Best Hot 25 Countdown Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 25 - Flashback Episode - 50 Day Countdown to Paris: Navigating Uncertainty with Optimism 26:45

3h ago26:45

26:45

In this flashback episode of Bonjhola Aimee asked Rebecca about how she was feeling about the 50-day countdown to her upcoming move to Paris. Their differing outlooks—Rebecca optimistic about champagne celebrations in Paris, Aimee cautious about the challenges ahead—reflect the emotional journey of preparing to leave behind life in the United State…

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Ep 24 - Flashback Episode - Aimee Visits Paris & Is Glad She Moved to Spain 28:09

3h ago28:09

28:09

In this episode of Bonjhola Aimee reflects on her family's recent trip to Paris and compares it to being an expat in Spain. Join in as Aimee and Rebecca have a candid conversation about cultural differences, urban living, and the surprises of navigating life abroad. From contrasting perceptions to firsthand observations on cleanliness and societal …

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Ep 23 - Do You Tip In France, Or Not? Rebecca Dishes On The "American Tax" At French Restaurants 37:39

29d ago37:39

37:39

In this episode, Rebecca talks about the Big Question: "Do you tip in French restaurants, or not?!" Having spent more money than she planned to at the beautiful Parisian restaurant, Victoria (with its priceless view of the iconic Arc de Triomphe), Rebecca shares her take on cultural expectations and financial faux-pas while navigating exorbitant wi…

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Ep 22 - Hot Meat & Spanish Humanity: Aimee Makes Friends With The Beggar on The Bridge 37:29

1M ago37:29

37:29

In this episode, Aimee shares another laugh-and-learn expat moment at the butcher in Girona where she's warned that "her meat is too hot." Then she pivots and gets real about befriending the beggar on the bridge as part of choosing how to see the world. Using curiosity to close the gap between her world and the life of the Man On The Bridge, she ta…

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Ep 21 - Zero Modesty: Rebecca Tells Us Exactly What It Was Like To Have The Medical OFII Visit For Her French Visa 16:46

1M ago16:46

16:46

Bonjour! In this episode Rebecca shares the details of what it's like to go through the OFII Medical Visit required for her French visitors visa - an important milestone in her visa journey. Prepare to be topless, and just trust the system... Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com Podcast on Nut…

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Ep 20 - When Moving Abroad Triggers Emotional Eating - But Hey, At Least The Comfort Food's Fancier 40:50

2M ago40:50

40:50

In this episode, Aimee and Rebecca show their "human side." Rebecca shares what sparked some emotional eating while adapting to life in Paris and, thanks to Aimee's work as a professional nutritionist, they chat about the biological and emotional triggers behind comfort food cravings, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in managing stress …

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Billy Jaffe Joins the Show // Potential Ullmark Trade // Ty Anderson Calls In — 5/25 (Hour 2) 42:10

2M ago42:10

42:10

(0:00) Ryan Johnston is joined by Billy Jaffe to go “Around the NHL.” The guys look at the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Plus, what moves do the Bruins make this offseason? (18:00) Don Sweeney would like to have the best goalie tandem. But what could the Bruins get for moving Linus Ullmark? (26:00) Ty Anderson joins the show to give his fi…

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Season Wrap-Up // Potential Offseason Additions // DeBrusk Free Agency – 5/25 (Hour 1) 42:26

2M ago42:26

42:26

(0:00) Ryan Johnston, Judd Sirott and Bob Beers open the final Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show of the season. (15:00) The guys look back at the 2023-24 season. What do the Bruins need to add to get better next year. (29:00) Jake DeBrusk’s chances of re-signing with Bruins looks bleak. Callers offer their best offseason ideas.…

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Ty Anderson Joins the Show // Bruins Cap Space // ‘Around the NHL’ w/ Billy Jaffe — 5/18 (Hour 2) 43:36

2M ago43:36

43:36

(0:00) Ryan Johnston is joined by Ty Anderson to start the second hour of the Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show. Ty reacts to the Bruins’ series loss to the Panthers. Where does the team go from here? (17:00) Ryan and Ty take phone calls about Bruins. Ty breaks down the cap space situation for the Bruins next season. (29:00) Billy Jaffe joins the …

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Panthers Eliminate Bruins // Too Many Men // Callers Chime In – 5/18 (Hour 1) 42:44

2M ago42:44

42:44

(0:00) Ryan Johnston, Judd Sirott and Bob Beers open the Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show wondering what went wrong for the Bruins in their series against the Florida Panthers. (12:00) Bruins took too many “Too Many Men” penalties. And the Panthers took advantage of power plays in the series. (29:00) Callers give offer their ideas on how to fix t…

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EP 19 - Rebecca Finds Her Next Paris Apartment... & Dishes on Healthy Eating in France 27:42

2M ago27:42

27:42

Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com Podcast on Nutrition: Blasphemous Nutrition Where to find Rebecca: Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy Podcast for Interior Design Entrepreneurs: Don't Design While Drinking Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com Book on Inte…

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Ty Anderson Joins the Show // Caller Reaction // ‘Around the NHL’ w/ Billy Jaffe — 5/11 (Hour 2) 40:12

2M ago40:12

40:12

(0:00) Ryan Johnston is joined by Ty Anderson to start the second hour of the Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show. (12:00) Ryan and Ty take phone calls about Bruins. (24:00) Billy Jaffe joins the show to react to the Bruins vs. Panthers series. Plus, he goes “Around the NHL” for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.…

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Bruins Struggling vs. Panthers // Marchand Injured // Callers Chime In – 5/11 (Hour 1) 46:27

2M ago46:27

46:27

(0:00) Ryan Johnston, Judd Sirott and Bob Beers open the Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show recapping the Bruins’ brutal 6-2 loss to the Florida Panthers in Game 2. (15:00) The guys try to figure out what went wrong for the Bruins in Games 2 & 3. Plus, callers chime in. (26:00) The show continues with more Bruins vs. Panthers analysis. Bruins’ offe…

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Ty Anderson Joins The Show // Bruins’ Lineup Updates // Countdown To Game 7 – 5/4 (Hour 2) 42:31

2M ago42:31

42:31

(0:00) Ryan Johnston & Billy Jaffe are joined by Bruins’ beat writer, Ty Anderson to discuss the Bruins-Leafs series.(15:13) Johnston & Jaffe provide injury updates to Andrew Peeke and Danton Heinen, ahead of Game 7 tonight.(25:04) The final countdown to the Bruins-Leafs Game 7, on the penultimate pregame show for the first round of the NHL Playoff…

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How Did The Bruins Get Here? // Judd Sirott Joins The Show // Bob Beers Calls In – 5/4 (Hour 1) 44:43

2M ago44:43

44:43

(0:00) Ryan Johnston & Billy Jaffe in-studio open up The Hockey Show previewing the Bruins-Leafs Game 7 matchup. How did the Bruins get here after being up 3-1 in the series?(13:40) Judd Sirott joins the show.(22:41) Bob Beers calls in to The Hockey Show.By Beasley Media Group

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Bob Beers Joins the Show // Bruins Shot-First Mentality // ‘Around the NHL’ w/ Billy Jaffe — 4/27 (Hour 2) 43:22

3M ago43:22

43:22

(0:00) Ryan Johnston and Ty Anderson start the second hour of the Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show joined by Bob Beers, color analyst for the Bruins Radio Network. (17:00) Ryan and Ty discuss Ilya Samsonov’s lackluster play. Bruins need more shots on net. (25:00) Billy Jaffe joins the show ahead of the Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Game 4 matchup. Plus,…

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Bruins vs. Leafs Matchup // DeBrusk Hot Streak // Judd Sirott Joins the Show – 4/27 (Hour 1) 42:16

3M ago42:16

42:16

(0:00) Ryan Johnston, Judd Sirott and Bob Beers open the Shaw’s and Star Market Hockey Show previewing the Boston Bruins’ Game 4 matchup versus the Toronto Maple Leafs. (14:00) Judd Sirott, play-by-play announcer for Bruins Radio Network, joins the show. (25:00) The guys discuss the William Nylander situation. Also, Jake DeBrusk always shows up at …

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EP 18 - Aimee Lets Her Child Roam the Spanish Streets... ALONE! 35:15

3M ago35:15

35:15

Episode Description: In this episode, Aimee gets real about what it feels like to let her 10-year-old son roam the streets of Girona, Spain, a departure from the overprotective parenting norms of the US. Drawing from her own upbringing in the 80s, Aimee explores the cultural shift in parenting styles, influenced by societal fears and the insights o…

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Ep 17 - Flashback Episode - What You Don't Expect When Your Visa is Approved, Geopolitical Shenanigans and Capture the Flag 51:00

3M ago51:00

51:00

Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com Podcast on Nutrition: Blasphemous Nutrition Where to find Rebecca: Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy Podcast for Interior Design Entrepreneurs: Don't Design While Drinking Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com Book on Inte…

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Ep 16 - Expat Expectations: Is being an expat how we hoped it would be? 45:22

3M ago45:22

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Episode Desciption: In this episode, Aimee and Rebecca reflect upon their initial expectations of how they would respond to expat life vs the reality once they've arrived and are integrating. Rebecca dons her therapist hat and Aimee gets some support on the chasm that lies between what she expected and what she's actually been able to accomplish. W…

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Ep 15 - Reinventions and Revelations: Redefining Yourself Abroad and the Truth About Meat in Spain 49:50

4M ago49:50

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Episode Description: In this episode, Aimee and Rebecca explore the challenges and opportunities of living abroad, from navigating bureaucratic hurdles to cultural adjustments. They chat about everything from the intricacies of shutting down a business and navigating visa uncertainties to grocery shopping experiences and adapting to metric measurem…

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Ep 14 - Rebecca made it to France... and Murray the Cat Goes Missing!! 32:28

4M ago32:28

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Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com Podcast on Nutrition: Blasphemous Nutrition Where to find Rebecca: Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy Podcast for Interior Design Entrepreneurs: Don't Design While Drinking Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com Book on Inte…

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Ep 13 - 48 Hours Till We Leave for France... and No Papers for the Cat! 23:00

4M ago23:00

23:00

Rebecca records under duress, as they have 48 hours until departure and Murray the cat still has no health certificate from the USDA. Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com Podcast on Nutrition: Blasphemous Nutrition Where to find Rebecca: Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy Podca…

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Ep 12 - To Say Goodbye or Not to Say Goodbye? Expat Lessons From Ted Lasso 28:04

4M ago28:04

28:04

Aimee revisits her grief after watching the finale of Ted Lasso (warning: spoiler alerts) and Rebecca and Aimee discuss the complicated feelings around saying goodbye. Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com Podcast on Nutrition: Blasphemous Nutrition Where to find Rebecca: Instagram and her life…

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Ep 11 - T Minus 10 Days for Rebecca: Lessons from the Peace Corp and Emotional Eating 24:46

4M ago24:46

24:46

In this episode, Rebecca reflects upon Peace Corp memories which have been coming up a lot as she wraps things up in the USA, giving her food for thought as she embarks to Paris. A nuanced discussion about the value of comfort food and emotional eating is had. Where to find Aimee: Instagram: @vibrancenutrition Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.…

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Ep 10 - Flashback Episode - Surprises and lessons found in the early days of integration 29:20

5M ago29:20

29:20

Episode Summary: In this flashback episode, Aimee shares some early integration experiences and discomforts as she begins to settle in her new hometown. The two discuss how community is appearing in their lives in their respective hellos and goodbyes and Aimee shares her experience of sitting in the discomfort of not knowing precisely how to expand…

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Ep 9 - Visa Approved, Bags Packed: Navigating Sentimental Attachments and Embracing Gratitude in the Expat Adventure 18:00

5M ago18:00

18:00

Episode Summary: In this episode, Rebecca reveals the outcome of her visa application process and shares some struggles found in the end stages of packing up to leave their home. The conversation also touches on the uncertainty of expat life and the need to embrace each day. Aimee and Rebecca highlight the importance of being mindful and grateful f…

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Ep 8 - Finding Community and Belonging in Girona, Spain: Rebecca Asks Aimee What She Feared & Hoped For, and What Really Happened 16:31

5M ago16:31

16:31

In this episode Rebecca askes Aimee what she feared would be true and hoped would be true, and Aimee shares that, and what really happened, sharing insights about navigating visa challenges. Discover how Aimee's initial worries about visa approval turned into a smoother-than-expected process, and explore the unexpected delights of settling into a n…

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Ep 7 - Ditching the Fast-Food Culture: Do We Pack Our Bad Habits or Can We Leave Them Behind When We Move Abroad? 24:29

5M ago24:29

24:29

In this episode Rebecca and Aimee chat about how our (expat) environment shapes our eating habits, covering everything from how we crave comfort through food to how hidden influences (from aggressive advertising tactics to societal norms) shape our dietary choices. (Watch out: Rebecca asks Aimee a question which leads to a salty nutritional rant. 😆…

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Ep 6 - Rebecca Submits The Paperwork for her French Visa, Plus the Adventures of Murray, the Traveling Cat! 25:47

5M ago25:47

25:47

In this episode, Rebecca shares the nerve-wracking journey of submitting her French visa paperwork at the visa processing center in San Franscico, dishing out the bureaucratic deets and sharing the nail-biting nervous feelings that come with handing off one's US Passport. 😬 And of course, Rebecca's expat tale wouldn't be complete without a sprinkle…

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Ep 5 - Flashback Episode - The Logistical Nightmare of Integrating Without Visas, and What To Pack for Your New Life 48:26

6M ago48:26

48:26

Episode Summary: Aimee and Rebecca discuss the challenges they faced during the visa application process, and Aimee shares her struggle with the Spanish heat and the importance of reaching out to expat communities for support. Rebecca talks about finding pet-friendly housing in France and Both hosts highlight the importance of having an immigration…

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Ep 4 - Rebecca Navigates French Visa Applications & Pet Travel: The Expat Prep Continues! 21:54

6M ago21:54

21:54

In this episode Rebecca rides the rollercoaster of visa applications and faces whisker-worrying moments of getting her cat Murray ready for the big move. From decoding visa jargon to playing detective for a vet who's not on vacation 😩 Aimee and Rebecca arm you with much-needed knowledge for your own expat escapades. Where to find Aimee: Instagram: …

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Ep 3 - Embracing the Quirks: Aimee's Got a Ghost (AND an In-Home Elevator!) 24:48

6M ago24:48

24:48

In this episode Aimee shares how she unexpectedly found her family a place to live in Gerona thanks to a stroke of luck from a fellow expat leaving for Australia. They delve into the complexities of navigating the rental market in a bustling European city, where seasonal fluctuations and cultural nuances play a significant role. The conversation ta…

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Ep 2 - Rebecca Chooses Health Insurance for Her French Visa (Moving Abroad Requires a Lot of Adulting!) 23:54

7M ago23:54

23:54

In this episode, with only 65 days until departure, Rebecca tackles an important tasks in her French visa journey: securing health insurance for her impending move to Paris! Join Rebecca and Aimee as they chat about the complexities of international insurance, from deciphering policy requirements to navigating language barriers, while talking about…

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Ep 1 - Meet Aimee & Rebecca, Fearlessly Moving Abroad! 11:59

7M ago11:59

11:59

Welcome to the first episode of "Bonjhola," where hosts Rebecca and Aimee share their journeys as they uproot their lives and move from the United States to Europe. In this introductory episode, Rebecca, a seasoned interior designer, and Aimee, a practicing nutritionist, discuss their upcoming moves to Paris, France, and Gerona, Spain. Expect candi…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 25 - Christmas! 2:20

7M ago2:20

2:20

http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 25 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 24 - Christmas Eve! 3:33

7M ago3:33

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 24 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 23 1:30

7M ago1:30

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 23 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 22 2:02

7M ago2:02

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 22 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 21 2:00

7M ago2:00

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 21 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 20 - CONTEST WINNER! 5:51

7M ago5:51

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 20 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 19 1:42

7M ago1:42

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 19 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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Grant's Advent Calendar 2023 - Day 18 1:53

7M ago1:53

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http://www.grantsadventcalendar.com – Day 18 #Advent2023 #Christmas #AdventCalendar SONG: Christmas Brought Me You By Jody Whitesides - https://jodywhitesides.com/release/christmas-future/ Help me make this the best Advent Calendar season EVER! Donate to the show via the Saturday Morning Media Patreon Page! http://www.patreon.com/saturdaymorningmed…

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