Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Need holiday spirit? Try these podcasts

- Matthew Girard

2020 is a year that most would probably like to forget, which may be why many people have never been more excited for the Christmas season than this year. While Christmas celebratio­ns will look different due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some families will create new traditions and others will adapt old ones in order to celebrate safely. Here are a few Christmas podcasts to help you get into the spirit of the season.

‘Deck the Hallmark’

The ultimate Christmas special podcast, three guys sit around and attempt to watch and review Hallmark channel movies. Hosts Brandon Gray, Dan Thompson and Daniel “Panda” Pandolph will watch 40 all-new holiday movies that will air on Hallmark, and will also chat with special Hallmark guests. Recent episodes include “Five Star Christmas,” “Christmas By Starlight” and “Christmas Waltz.”

Find it: deckthehal­lmark.com

‘Merry Little Podcast’

Produced by My Merry Christmas. com, the Merry Little Podcast features about 10 minutes of all the things people love about Christmas. From the latest Christmas music to the history of the Christmas culture, listeners can explore the meanings behind the Christmas holiday. Episodes also touch on movies, scripture and controvers­ies related to Christmas. Recent episodes include “The Magic of Turkeys and Santa,” “New Christmas Music 2020” and “Let it Be Christmas.”

Find it: merrypodca­st.com

‘Christmas Clatter’

Host Todd Killian discusses everything that makes Christmas special. Killian gets into the season’s movies, music, food, traditions, family and the quiet moments of reflection. Each episode also features interviews with some of the biggest names in the Christmas field. Recent episodes include “My Stove Is a Bit Rubbish,” “Christmas Present” and “Holly Jolly.”

Find it: christmas clatter podcast. libsyn.com

‘Tis the Podcast’

Anthony Caruso, Julia Colburn and Thom Crowe are obsessed with Christmas and are determined to keep the spirit alive the whole year. The three hosts debate and discuss everything from Christmas movies to the existence of Santa Claus. They share reviews, insights and witty banter. Recent episodes include “Without The Star,” “The North Pole, “The Village, “Christmas Itself Is Doomed,” and “If You Believe, It’s All Possible.”

Find it: tisthepodc­ast.com

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