Christmas

White Christmas (1954)

Jim loves this movie musical…it’s a Christmas miracle! Join Jim and A.Ron as they sip their way to a cozy inn in Vermont where singers Bob and Phil join the sister act Betty and Judy. They’ll sing and dance their way through problems in a way you could in 1950s Hollywood. Put on your tap shoes and sing along to White Christmas.

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LWJ&A – Episode 447 – Canada’s Chad Bearstick

Merry Lunchmas! Break of the wrapping paper and SCARTCH TAPE because Christmas is almost here! And that means one last Christmas Lunch with Jim & A.Ron before the break. The good times are rolling, the drink is flowing, and the tongues are getting tied. Join Jim and A.Ron on this merry and bright lunch!

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It Happened on 5th Avenue (1947)

What says “Christmas” more than a housing crisis? The wealthy O’Connor family leaves their New York City home vacant and seeing the opportunity, a drifter named Mac and a homeless vet named Jim move in. The sudden return of the O’Connor family has unexpected consequences. You’ll recognize the problems onscreen in our world today. Maybe we can make the holidays brighter for the people around us who need it most.

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LWJ&A – Episode 446 – Tastes like Graham Yost

Merry Lunchmas to all! Jim and A.Ron traveled to the edge of the galaxy to see The Empire Strips Back! It was the most exciting installment of Star Wars in a while. Do you have questions about getting rid of an old console, moving in with an s/o, or just trying to survive extreme weather? Jim and A.Ron don’t necessarily have the answers you seek, but they’ll give it their best shot!

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The Man Who Came to Dinner (1941)

Start off the Christmas movie coverage with a happy humbug! This fast-talking comedy delivers the perfect balance of acerbic dialogue and humor. Sheridan Whiteside, played by Monty Woolley, brings down hell on his hosts during Christmas. His aggrieved secretary Maggie Cutler, played by Bette Davis, is having her own fun in the Ohio winter. Check out this classic comedy with Jim and A.Ron!

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LWJ&A – Episode 445 – Children Eat Tide Pods

Lunchtime! A.Ron is traveling this great nation. What’s making Jim grinchy? There are a bunch of shows coming out between now and Summer 2025. Which will Bald Move cover? Children are dumb, they make for poor tastemakers. What even is the point of them??

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The Penguin, Arcane S2, Wicked, Xmas Movie Roundup – Off the Clock

We’ve been watching more TV and movies. Yeah, I know, you’re shocked. But A.ron has dipped his toe into The Penguin, as well as polishing off season 2 of Arcane and the first part of Wicked. We’ll chat all about those before we get to our early Christmas season viewing.

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National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989)

First things first, is anyone in this movie actually on vacation? The Griswold family is getting the Christmas they deserve. In-laws are over for the month, there’s a creepy uncle, and general mayhem. A.Ron is ready to throw this movie out in the cold, but Jim sees some Christmas spirit. Grab a sled and take this crazy journey with us. 

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LWJ&A – Episode 405 – It’s Lit at the Gingerbread House

Lunchtime! It’s the final LWJ&A of the year and Jim and A.Ron couldn’t be jollier. It’s the most wonderful time of the year where the drinks get drunk, Christmas mail arrives, and there’s a final word on listening hours. Lean over this podcast with your mouth open to get the full mouth feel and drink in the spirit of the season!

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Scrooged (1988)

Scrooged is the movie that knocks the Christmas out of A.Ron. The movie is great, until it’s not. Bill Murray is the Scrooge figure working in the entertainment industry. There are great practical effects, real injuries, great cast, and one of Jim’s “favorite” actors. Is there enough Christmas magic to save this movie?

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