Podcasts by The Christmas Stocking
A short audio show celebrating the happiest time of year all year long
Further podcasts by Lee Cameron
Podcast on the topic Kinder und Familie
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141 O Come, All Ye Faithful and more from 2018-12-22T20:20:42
The story of “O Come, All Ye Faithful” is a bit fuzzy. We’ll see if we can focus it a little. Just a little. Plus bonus songs you’ll love! I do. Email me at TopElf at MyChr...
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140 Christmas Lights from 2018-12-12T05:56:57
It’s not Christmas without Christmas lights. Well, at least these days. How did the electric ones develop and get popular? We’ll talk about that and more. Every episode is at MyChristma...
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Re-re-representing Episode Number 8: A Middle Ages Christmas from 2018-12-10T02:17:53
Rereleasing the show again! Another episode from the first season back in 2006. I wrote, “How was a Middle Ages Christmas different? For one thing, no one got an iPod.” I guess our Chri...
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Representing Episode Number 1: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade from 2018-11-22T05:38:56
From all the way back in 2006! Back then I started the season the day before Thanksgiving, so I assumed, correctly, I’m sure, that everyone listening had already seen the parade. Well, I̵...
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139 The Christmas Stocking Summer Music Spectacular! Seriously! from 2018-09-01T21:23:21
Happy Labor Day weekend! Still summer! (At least when I’m posting.) It’s been a crazy year. It’s a mostly-favorites (mine) spectacular this year, with a couple of special previous...
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138 The Three Wise Men from 2018-01-03T05:00:30
Thanks to a suggestion Vivian made on Facebook, we learn a bit about the Three Wise Men, Three Kings, Three Magi–all the same people and all more characters than verifiable real people. Call ...
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137 “Keeping Christmas” by Henry van Dyke from 2017-12-21T06:40:30
Not a story this time. More like a sermon/essay. I hope you like it. Please join us on Twitter (@XmasStocking), Facebook and on Pinterest (where I realize I’m not active enough). Call (323) 4...
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136 “Home Alone” from 2017-12-18T05:00:58
Some things you probably didn’t know about a holiday favorite. Thank you for the gifts to the Christmas Stocking at MyChristmasStocking.net/contribute. I feel a little like Sally Brown in ...
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135 The Jesse Tree from 2017-12-14T05:00:36
It’s not about Advent, really, but it’s kind of about Advent. If you want to be on the show, call (323) 487-12-25 now. We’re getting kind of close to the day. What is Christmas to...
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134 Christmas Toys 1990-1999 from 2017-12-11T05:00:18
If you grew up in the ’90s, or had kids who grew up in the ’90s, you will remember these classics. Let me know if you loved any of these on Facebook, or on Twitter (@XmasStocking), or P...
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133 The First Noel from 2017-12-07T05:00:59
It’s a great story, beautifully told in this old, old carol. How old? Not sure. Thank you for giving to the Christmas Stocking at MyChristmasStocking.net/contribute! Call me at (323) 487-12-2...
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132 Christmas in the Caribbean from 2017-12-04T05:00:35
On our Facebook page, Richie suggested I talk about this. Good suggestion! The Christmas Stocking is also on Twitter (@XmasStocking) and Pinterest. Thank you for the gifts sent through MyChristmasS...
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131 The Yule Cat from 2017-11-30T05:00:19
Sounds cuddly, right? He’s not. He’s from Iceland. Some of their Christmas legends are stone cold scary. Call (323) 487-12-25, and be on the show! Tell us what Christmas is to you, say ...
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130 The Rockefeller Christmas Tree 2017: From PA to NYC from 2017-11-27T05:01:26
Learn the story of this year’s Rock Center tree–it’s an interesting one! Thanks to everyone who’s given to the show at MyChristmasStocking.net/contribute. If you want to be ...
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129 Staying Secure on Black Friday and Beyond from 2017-11-23T05:00:07
If you’re looking to get your shop on, make sure you do it wisely. I’m not going to help you choose gifts, but I’ll give you some tips to stay safe in the stores and online. Want ...
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128 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade 2017 from 2017-11-20T05:32:08
Some facts about Macy’s parade that I haven’t talked about, and what’s happening in 2017. Thanks for giving to the Christmas Stocking! MyChristmasStocking.net/contribute. Be on th...
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127 The Christmas Stocking Summer Music Spectacular Number 11 from 2017-08-15T04:54:59
Another year we need a bit of escape from the world. That’s what I’m here for–in the summer, at least. The Christmas Stocking is on Twitter (@XmasStocking), on Facebook, and Pint...
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126 “The Fairy Christmas” by Etheldred B. Barry from 2016-12-22T18:00:45
A bedtime story with an important message for all of us. The phone number is (323) 487-12-25. Call and tell me what Christmas IS to you. Thanks to everyone who has given to the Christmas Stocking! ...
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125 The Legend of the Christmas Spider from 2016-12-20T05:08:37
It’s all about tinsel. Find the Christmas Stocking on Twitter (@XmasStocking), on Facebook, Pinterest and Google+. Call (323) 487-12-25 and tell me what Christmas IS to you. Thanks to Rick in...
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124 Silent Night from 2016-12-16T05:00:35
You may have heard the story of the origin of “Silent Night,” but I may have some info you didn’t know about. Find out about more carols at MyChristmasStocking.net. The phone numb...
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123 Christmas Toys 1980-1989 from 2016-12-12T06:40:45
We continue on our march through toy time. Did you love any of these toys? Let me know on Twitter (@XmasStocking),on Facebook, Google+ and Pinterest. And of course MyChristmasStocking.net. Call (32...
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122 “Elf” the Movie from 2016-12-08T05:00:09
Eddie Lee on Facebook suggested I talk about “Elf.” Here we go! Plus a call from Terry in New York about what Christmas IS to him. You can call (323) 487-12-25, too! We’re all ove...
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121 Happy Vs. Merry Christmas from 2016-12-05T05:00:12
Do you say “Happy Christmas” or “Merry Christmas”? Either way, you’re right. Find out how the expressions developed. Plenty of Christmas news and info on Twitter (@Xm...
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120 The National Christmas Center from 2016-12-01T05:00:55
We travel to Pennsylvania Dutch country to visit a regional favorite. Thanks for the suggestion, Steven! He wrote to TopElf@MyChristmasStocking.net to suggest it. Join us on Facebook, where I’...
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119 Cutting Down Your Own Christmas Tree from 2016-11-28T05:00:01
If you’ve never cut your own Christmas tree, or haven’t in a while, here are some tips in an extra-sized episode. Lots of Christmas news and fun on Twitter (@XmasStocking), on Facebook ...
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118 Black Friday–Still a Thing? from 2016-11-24T05:00
It just seems like Black Friday doesn’t have the buzz it used to, does it? But we’re still going to shop this year, so I have a few things to say about that. And an email at TopElf at M...
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117 Getting Your Eats on for Thanksgiving and Christmas from 2016-11-21T19:35:35
What do you eat for the holidays? What’s common? What’s special to regions and families? And a phone call at (323) 487-12-25. You should call! Or email TopElf at MyChristmasStocking dot...
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116 The 10th Annual Christmas Stocking Summer Music Spectacular! Ten years, baby! from 2016-08-16T04:10:57
Escape is the theme this summer, as we have plenty to escape from. Find every episode, Christmas Stocking merch and more are at MyChristmasStocking.net. Call (323) 487-1225 before you forget–...
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115 “What Happened Christmas Eve” by Oliver Herfold from 2015-12-24T05:00:11
A nice story for the little ones on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Merry Christmas. Call the Christmas Stocking at (323) 487-12-25 or email TopElf at MyChristmasStocking dot NET. All year long yo...
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114 Christmas Oranges from 2015-12-21T05:00:35
Where did the tradition of getting an orange in the Christmas stocking start? With St. Nicholas, of course! Find everything at MyChristmasStocking.net. Call (323) 487-12-25 to wish someone Merry Ch...
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113 I Heard the Christmas Bells from 2015-12-17T05:00:07
“I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” comes from an intensely personal poem by America’s poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in the time of the Civil War. Lots more Christmas info and...
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112 Nutcrackers from 2015-12-14T05:00:31
You know the ballet. Do you know the history of the nutcrackers and how they became so popular at Christmas? It wasn’t just the ballet. Wish your loved ones Merry Christmas on the show at (32...
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111 Christmas Toys 1970-1979 from 2015-12-10T05:00:07
A lot of great toys were invented in the 1970s and put under the tree; too many to mention! But I cover some of the biggest in this episode. Follow the show on Twitter (@XmasStocking), on Facebook,...
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110 The Legend of the Christmas Rose from 2015-12-07T05:00:02
Suggested by Joe on Facebook! There’s a song about it. And a sweet story. The flower, the legend, the poem, the carol, it’s all in here. Plus bonus music! Believe it or not, time is run...
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109 Scary Ghost Stories from 2015-12-03T05:16:10
Is that song onto something? Turns out ghost stories at Christmas is a thing, or was a thing (mostly). Keep up on Twitter (@XmasStocking), on Facebook, and Google+. Call (323) 487-12-25 and wish s...
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108 Christmas Trees: Real vs. Artificial from 2015-11-30T05:00:32
Whether real or artificial, Christmas trees are a symbol of the season. Which is better for you? Come to MyChristmasStocking.net for more episodes. Another question: What are you doing for Christma...
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107 Black Friday and Wanamaker’s Christmas Light Show from 2015-11-26T05:00:40
Some advice on what to avoid and what to go for on Black Friday, and a trip to Philadelphia for the Wanamaker Christmas Light Show. Find a lot more Christmas info on Twitter (@XmasStocking), on Fac...
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106 Holiday Parades, Small and Boat from 2015-11-23T05:00:21
There’s more to holiday parades than Macy’s, although I’ll talk about that too. You’ll find all the episodes, Christmas Stocking merch and more at MyChristmasStocking.net. T...
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105 The 9th Annual Christmas Stocking Summer Music Spectacular from 2015-08-15T06:25:25
The promo said it and it’s still true: it’s the summer, so it’s time to enjoy some holiday music. Everything I talked about is on my Twitter feed @XmasStocking. And make sure you...
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104 “Papa Panov’s Special Christmas” by Leo Tolstoy from 2014-12-23T05:00:51
It’s time for a Christmas story. This one’s really nice. Make sure you’re caught up with all the episodes at MyChristmasStocking.net. Keep up with the show on Facebook, Twitter (@...
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103 The Peppermint Pigs of Saratoga Springs, NY from 2014-12-20T05:00:42
A local tradition in upstate New York, the peppermint pigs are spreading around the country and the world thanks to the internet. Call the Christmas Stocking anytime at 323-487-12-25 or go to MyChr...
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102 Winter Solstice from 2014-12-17T05:00:45
It’s no coincidence that we celebrate Christmas around winter solstice time. At least that’s the theory. We’re talkin’ science! Thank you, David in Arizona, for your gift to...
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101 Christmas Toys 1960-1969 from 2014-12-13T05:20:03
Unless you were born before 1950 or so, at least some of your favorite toys were probably introduced in the 1960s (if not the ’50s). Get social with the Christmas Stocking on Facebook, Google...
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100 Christmas in Denmark from 2014-12-10T05:00:07
Jean on Facebook wanted to hear about Danish Christmas (as opposed to Christmas danish. Ha!). Wanna be on the show? Call the Christmas Stocking at 323-487-12-25 or go to MyChristmasStocking.net and...
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99 O Holy Night from 2014-12-07T05:00:02
You know the beautiful song, but do you know its story? It’s a good one. Join the Christmas Stocking social scene at Google+, Facebook or Twitter (@XmasStocking). I’d love to hear from ...
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98 Dickens Christmas from 2014-12-04T05:00
Charles Dickens is one of the individuals who’s made the biggest impact on how we celebrate Christmas. Call the Christmas Stocking and wish someone Merry Christmas, talk about your favorite c...
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97 The Holiday Blues from 2014-12-01T05:00:24
This season isn’t always happy. Some tips about how to deal with the down times. You never have to be alone. Come by Google+, maybe hang out; Facebook, and Twitter (@XmasStocking). Thank you ...
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96 Black Friday and Hot Toys for 2014 from 2014-11-27T05:00:26
Complementing past Black Friday episodes about online and credit card safety, we look at other techniques for staying both safe and comfortable on Black Friday and beyond. Join me on Twitter (@Xm...
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95 The Hollywood Christmas Parade from 2014-11-24T05:00:28
One of the oldest parades in the United States is in the Entertainment Capital of the World, but it’s sort of a small parade. This episode features a listener call and the next one could be y...
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94 The Christmas Stocking Summer Music Spectacular Eight from 2014-08-13T03:59:25
With the summer we’re having we need some Christmas spirit. Thanks to some good music I think you’re going to find it. Have you liked us on Facebook? Followed us on Twitter (@XmasStock...
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