December 2011
47 posts
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 25: Merry...
Todd and Amy get out of the way of a full hour of good Christmas music today. The podcast version is good enough if you just want to play it in the background while you’re doing stuff, but if you want a high quality version for listening through headphones (as well as a track listing), keep reading. All of the information is below.
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 25: Merry...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 24: Chattin' With...
Todd and Amy are in the home stretch, delivering you their last regular podcast before the big day. Today, Todd’s checked in with Santa, while Amy’s hacked his Gmail inbox, so they have a pretty good idea what he’s up to, as he wings his way toward you. Then, they read things, which is always fun. With music from Big Al Carson (with Lars Edegeron And His Santa Claus Revelers)...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 24: Chattin’...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 22/23: I'll Be Home...
Todd and Amy took a day off due to travel plans, but they’ve regrouped to discuss what they’ll be doing for the holidays, the disappointment of not having any weird family traditions for Christmas, and the film It’s A Wonderful Life, complete with Amy’s admission to Todd that crushes his soul. It’s fun for the whole family! With music by Ray Martin, Tom McRae,...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 22/23: I’ll...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 21: Last Minute
Got some last-minute gifts to buy? Todd and Amy have suggestions that range all the way from books to submarines, and they’re hoping they can help you fill out the spaces in your shopping list. Also, Amy talks about John Jeremiah Sullivan in slightly frightening terms, and we all learn a lesson about stalking. With music from Pomplamoose and Bob Dylan!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 21: Last Minute
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 20: Our...
Todd and Amy take on the world of television Christmas specials and episodes. Perhaps predictably, it’s their longest episode yet, though they contribute some interesting thoughts on Charlie Brown, the Grinch, and an assortment of others, including why Todd wept man tears at one of the worst TV episodes ever made. With music from Vince Guaraldi and Rosie Thomas!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 20: Our...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 19: We Owe Macaulay...
Todd and Amy discuss recent Christmas movies they like, with some random tangents about somehow recreating the movie Home Alone for your next Christmas celebration, as well as Todd defending Elf in less than glowing terms. With music from Brenda Lee and a bunch of British children!
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“Rockin’ Around...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 19: We Owe Macaulay...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 18: Little Town
Todd and Amy go contemplative for a moment and discuss just what value they find in the Christmas story, even when they’re not exactly feeling all that religious/Christian. It’s a more serious one, folks, but you can always expect some jokes here and there. With music from Fred Waring and His Pennsylvanians and Over the Rhine!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 18: Little Town
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 17: Sad, Short...
Our brief fascination with telling depressing stories about our own pasts continues, as Todd and Amy share stories of Christmases where they didn’t get what they wanted as kids, then try to redeem everything with some happy stories, though that goes wrong, too. Featuring music by Thurl Ravenscroft and Barry Gordon!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 17: Sad, Short...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 16: Holiday Funtime
Todd and Amy are fully in the season of holiday parties, so they’re about to let you know how to throw the best holiday parties, as well as how to survive the holiday parties you’ll be headed to. They’ll also discuss how Todd’s Christmas parties are often sort of sad and sedate, because that’s just the kind of guy he is. With music by Billy May and Jose Feliciano!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 16: Holiday Funtime
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 15: Pooping Log!
Todd and Amy answer the question of a young fellow wondering what to get for his sister for Christmas, then transition, somewhat awkwardly, into a discussion of Christmas traditions from around the world, including their new favorite tradition ever, a festive little guy from Catalan known as the Pooping Log. With music from Jessie Kol and John Lennon.
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 15: Pooping Log!
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 14: The Rat King
Todd and Amy discuss The Nutcracker, which is something Amy loves and something Todd knows nothing about, so he’s mostly just going to make jokes, like the jerk he is. Amy, meanwhile, will explain just why George Washington doesn’t belong in your Nutcracker adaptation. With music from the Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra and Gayla Peevey!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 14: The Rat King
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 13: White Elephants
Somebody e-mailed Todd and Amy, so they attempt to help him figure out just how he should get revenge on the cousin who gave him an awful white elephant gift. Predictably, Amy’s pretty nice, and Todd just tries to think of ways to make him pay. Also, Amy finds Todd’s Amazon.com wishlist and mocks him for it, then Todd reads a poem about Christmas spent at sea. Like you do. With music...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 13: White Elephants
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 12: Rooty Toot Toot...
Todd and Amy got all their seriousness out over the weekend, so it’s time to talk about what REALLY matters: Santa Claus. In this episode, Todd attempts to get Amy to seriously warp the small child she is occasionally in charge of, while Amy decides such a thing isn’t a very good idea. Curses! Includes music from the Jackson Five and Bruce Springsteen.
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 12: Rooty Toot Toot...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 10/11: Have...
Todd and Amy were unable to talk over the weekend, so here’s a double podcast for you, starting out with discussion of one of the best Christmas songs written in the last 100 years, then transitioning to a discussion of the Advent season and the religious aspects of the holiday, as well as how religious ritual plays a part in historical continuity. Also, y’know, songs.
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 10/11: Have...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 9: 'Tis The Season
Todd and Amy talk about their favorite things that have nothing to do with Christmas, yet still remind them of the holiday season, including a brief detour into discussions of Christmas episodes of TV shows and how Aaron Sorkin is like the modern-day Irving Berlin. Featuring music by the Eddie Higgins Trio and Mark Mothersbaugh!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 9: ‘Tis The...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 8: Snowfall
Todd and Amy know that you’ve got those winter blues, and they know that not all of you celebrate Christmas, so here’s an episode that’s all about the winter season, which Todd remembers fondly because he grew up in colder climes and moved to California, and Amy hates because she grew up in warmer climes and moved to Pennsylvania. With music by Dick Hyman (no, seriously) and...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 8: Snowfall
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 7: Materialism...
Todd and Amy know that the real reason for the season doesn’t involve getting presents, but they sure do enjoy getting presents. So here, in one 20-minute segment, it’s time for sheer, crass materialism. And they’re all about the things they could get if they had an unknown benefactor. Featuring music from The Weepies and John Denver and the Muppets!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 7: Materialism...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 6: Three Ghosts
Todd and Amy have been visited by three ghosts and have lived to tell about it. They’re also here to talk about how Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol points the way to Christmases past and discuss how Todd’s Christmas drink of choice is Hi-C Ecto-cooler. Also featuring music from Mr. Magoo’s Christmas Carol and The Stingiest Man In Town!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 6: Three Ghosts
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 5: Super-Shlock
Todd and Amy don’t always like things that are good. Sometimes, they like things that are terrible. But they’re willing to embrace that and just go with it if it means that they can do a whole podcast on the terrible songs of the season that they can’t help but love. Also featuring Amy’s discussion of how much better Washington, D.C., is without tourists. Plus, music from...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 5: Super-Schlock
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 4: Merry Christmas...
Todd and Amy look at horrifying Christmas songs, including the terrifying true story behind “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” (stick around until the VERY end), as well as a song from Canada that’s about things dying because it’s too cold, like every song from Canada. Special cameo by TV On The Internet co-host Libby Hill. With music by Meryn Cadell and the cast of Glee!
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 4: Merry Christmas...
Foods of Christmas: creme de menthe brownies
As promised, this is Topher’s mom’s creme de menthe brownie recipe. As mentioned, there will be (a microscopic amount of) alcohol. As not mentioned, there’s an amount of butter involved best left unmentioned.
Brownie layer: 1/2 c. butter, creamed 1 c. sugar 1 c. flour 4 eggs, beaten 1 tsp. vanilla 1 (16 oz) can Hershey’s chocolate syrup Mix all. Baked at 350 in a 9x13 pan...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 3: Squash Brick...
Todd and Amy bring you tales of their favorite Christmas dishes—including Todd’s super simple recipe for a Christmas drink that will make your holiday season that much brighter—but the real highlight here is Amy’s incredibly disturbing favorite Christmas food. It must be heard to be believed. Featuring music by Burl Ives (of course) and Rosie Thomas.
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 3: Squash Brick...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 2: Occupy Christmas
Todd and Amy return for their Dec. 2 edition—shut up; it’s still Dec. 2—with talk about how Christmas in the U.S., at least, used to be a time for poor people to wreck rich people’s stuff. Awesome. Also featuring music from The Kinks and Mariah Carey.
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“Father Christmas” by The...
A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 2: Occupy Christmas
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 1: Fozzie, We're...
Lifelong Christmas aficionados Todd VanDerWerff and Amy Whipple have united over Skype to share their love of the holidays with you, as well as their love of technical glitches and problems. (Seriously, we know this one sounds a little rough, though we’ve cleaned it up as best we can. Bear with us. We’ll figure this one out soon enough.) Today: Why host a Christmas podcast, plus music...
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A WhippleWerff Christmas, Dec. 1: Fozzie,...