A Christmas Special, Part 1

Episode 50 of the Ronnie McBrayer podcast, hosted by Ronnie McBrayer, titled "A Christmas Special, Part 1" was published on December 6, 2023 and runs 23 minutes.

December 6, 2023 ·23m · Ronnie McBrayer

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Summary

”For me, there was a clear sign that Christmas was indeed near. If you were a child of the 1960s, 70s, or 80s - or a parent during those decades - you will share this memory with me. It was the return of the animated Christmas special! I cannot tell you, a wide-eyed, bespectacled child of the 1970s, the undiluted and perfect satisfaction of sitting on the floor in front of a 19 inch black and white television, taking in the wonders of the annual Christmas cartoons. So, to celebrate Advent this year, I’m taking us back to my favorite Christmas specials; and on this first Sunday of the season, with the candle of hope burning, and expectation in the air, I will begin by saying, ’Happy Birthday!’ Because that’s what Frosty the Snowman said every time that magic hat was put on his head and he sprung to life...”

Episode Description

"For me, there was a clear sign that Christmas was indeed near. If you were a child of the 1960s, 70s, or 80s - or a parent during those decades - you will share this memory with me. It was the return of the animated Christmas special! I cannot tell you, a wide-eyed, bespectacled child of the 1970s, the undiluted and perfect satisfaction of sitting on the floor in front of a 19 inch black and white television, taking in the wonders of the annual Christmas cartoons. So, to celebrate Advent this year, I’m taking us back to my favorite Christmas specials; and on this first Sunday of the season, with the candle of hope burning, and expectation in the air, I will begin by saying, 'Happy Birthday!' Because that’s what Frosty the Snowman said every time that magic hat was put on his head and he sprung to life..."