Best Kristi Madero Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 136: Holiday Edition - The One Where Christmas Is More Griswold Than Hallmark 22:41

8M ago22:41

22:41

Many of us love those cheesy Hallmark Christmas movies, right? There's something about the picture-perfect holiday that just gives us the warm fuzzies. But a lot of us love The Griswold family and their "Not Quite Hallmark Holiday." Why is that? Because for many of us, the holidays depicted in those Hallmark movies are something we aspire to, but t…

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Episode 135: Holiday Edition - The One With The Story Behind The Story Of "Rudolph" 6:09

8M ago6:09

6:09

You know the story of "Rudolph," right? But do you know the story BEHIND the story of "Rudolph?" Did you know that "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer" was written by a guy who worked at Montgomery Ward - yes, that old department store - as a promotion for its customers? If you didn't know that, or even if you did and are curious to learn more, pull up…

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Episode 134: Holiday Edition - The One Where She Gets Deep About "Rudolph" 23:31

8M ago23:31

23:31

Did you watch that stop-animation movie about "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" as a kid? And if so, have you watched it as an adult? And maybe even as a parent? I grew up watching that show, and it holds a very special place in my heart. But watching it as an adult gave me an entirely different perspective on pretty much every character, and I real…

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Episode 133: Holiday Edition - The One Where She Gets Deep About "Fred Claus" 1:15:45

8M ago1:15:45

1:15:45

Have you seen that Christmas movie with Vince Vaughn? Not the uncomfortable one about multiple Christmases where he's in an awkward relationship with Reese Witherspoon. But the one where he plays Santa's brother, Fred? If not, then you may want to press "Play" on this one. Yes, the movie is about Christmas, but it's also much deeper than that. It g…

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Episode 132: Holiday Edition - The One Where She Talks To Chaya About Chanukah 53:51

8M ago53:51

53:51

You know the Christmas Story, right? But do you know the Chanukah Story? If you're anything like me, you may know some...but not much. And if you're looking at my boat, thinking you should be sitting beside me, then this episode is for you. I realized one morning that, although I didn't know much about Chanukah, my friend Chaya DID! And so I invite…

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Episode 131: Holiday Edition - The One Where She Gets Deep About "Elf" 22:57

9M ago22:57

22:57

You've seen "Elf," right? If you haven't, we can't be friends. Seriously though - most of us have seen that movie about the elf that's not really an elf, but has more Christmas spirit than any of those other elves. You know, the “real” elves. And we know how it ends - with everybody singing, and Santa's sleigh soaring high into the sky because the …

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Episode 130: The One With The 2023 Thanksgiving Episode 19:13

9M ago19:13

19:13

The holidays are an emotionally charged time of year, right? You're excited and basking in the ooey gooey warmth of the holidays. Christmas movies are on rotation, Sirius is playing holiday music, you're spending way too much money on holiday decorations when you visit Target, Hobby Lobby and/or Home Depot. Or is that just me? ;) But you know...som…

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Episode 129: The One Where She Talks About Matthew Perry 50:09

9M ago50:09

50:09

Where were you when you found out we'd lost a beloved friend? I was sitting at the dining room table when a friend texted me with the news. And I thought it was a cruel, sick joke. But unfortunately, it wasn't. Many of us were introduced to Matthew Perry as Chandler Bing, the witty and quippy neighbor to Monica Geller, and best friend of her brothe…

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Episode 128: The One Where She Talks About Saving The "Scaries" For Halloween 53:27

10M ago53:27

53:27

We all know what it's like to feel scared, right? And a lot of us like that feeling - it's why we enjoy movies that make us jump and check under our beds before we go to sleep. It's why we fork over $20 and wait in line for an hour just to be chased by zombies and chainsaw-wielding psychopaths. But do you ever stop to think about how often you feel…

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Episode 127: The One Where She Riffs About Joy & Reconnecting With Your Inner Child 38:52

10M ago38:52

38:52

When was the last time you felt JOY? Like, pure JOY? The other day, we had our first snowfall of the season, and I felt like a kid on Christmas morning. And what made it even better...is that my KID, upon seeing the snow, reacted like he would as though it were Christmas morning, and it melted my heart. Feeling the excitement bubbling up inside me …

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Episode 126: The One Where She Talks About Obstacles & Mental Gymnastics 1:15:35

10M ago1:15:35

1:15:35

How do you feel about the "hard stuff" in life? Do you grab your battle gear, channel your best Bill and Ted, and say "Party On, Dudes!" or do you throw your battle gear into the bushes, and then dive into them yourself...wishing your battle gear was camo? I recently completed an obstacle course race, my first in ages, and realized how so much of w…

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Episode 125: The One Where She Riffs About Safety Bubbles, Doomsday Curiosity, & Flickers of Light 35:33

10M ago35:33

35:33

Has this last week, and what's going on in the world, made your heart feel super heavy? I know MY heart felt like a ton of bricks had been piled upon it. So I took a break from social media. Not because I don't care, but because I DO. In spite of not watching the news or going on social media this week, I've been thinking a lot about the state of t…

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Episode 124: The One Where She Talks About Mammograms & Prioritizing Your Health 46:48

11M ago46:48

46:48

It's October, and you know what that means? Yes yes...pumpkins, scary movies, moms stressing out about making their kid's Halloween costumes IG-worthy, Halloween (of course), and Hallmark's "Countdown to Christmas." (Yes, I am counting down the days) But it's also Breast Cancer Awareness month, and breast health and I have a bit of a complicated re…

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Episode 123: The One Where She Talks About Normalizing "Down Time" 41:52

11M ago41:52

41:52

Are you a "hustler & grinder?" Do you feel "less than" when you're NOT going at warp speed at work or in your personal life? Do you feel "lazy" if you spend a weekend at home not doing much of anything? Or...are you exhausted by the "hustle & grind" and "I'll sleep when I'm dead" lifestyle and mentality, and just want to take a break and relax, giv…

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Episode 122: The One Where She Talks About Acknowledging The Stuff You DO Do! 34:27

11M ago34:27

34:27

How often do things in your life go the way you planned or expected? If you're anything like me (I'm sorry, btw...), probably not often. But let's say...there are actually times where things go as you anticipated. In either of these situations, when you look at your role in them, do you focus on what you did or accomplished or achieved or whatever …

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Episode 121: Throwback to "The One That's About Snickers" 56:31

12M ago56:31

56:31

Have you ever had a pet you loved so much it felt like they were your soul mate? And then...did you ever have to say goodbye, and experience one of the most heartbreaking and soul-crushing moments of your life? 5 years ago tomorrow, I said goodbye to my little football with legs, Snickers. And it devastated me. I dropped this episode last year as a…

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Episode 120: Throwback to "The One Where She Talks About 'The Date Ditcher'" 19:16

1y ago19:16

19:16

Have you ever been on a date that you knew was not going to end in a love connection? Did you stick it out? Or did you bail? Well, I was on a bad date and I stuck it out because I didn't want to be rude. haha Looking back, I wish I had left sooner, but if I did, I wouldn't have this funny story to share with you! So it's Friday. Sit back, relax, pr…

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Episode 119: "No More Drama" Part 3 - The One Where She Talks About Being The Villain 41:49

1y ago41:49

41:49

When we're watching a super hero movie, most of us root for the "good guys," right? Because the "bad guys" are, well...BAD! But are they? What if they're just misunderstood? What if the story we're being told about why someone is the villain isn't even true? Have you ever been cast as "The Villain" in someone else's story? I have, and it sucks beca…

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Episode 118: "No More Drama" Part 2 - The One Where She Talks About Telling Your Story 58:17

1y ago58:17

58:17

Everyone loves a good story, right? That's why we go to the movies, binge-watch shows (even those terrible "reality" ones), or pre-order the latest book from Stephen King or some new author I know nothing about. But you know who else has interesting, moving and inspiring stories? You! And your stories are YOUR experiences from YOUR perspective. And…

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Episode 117: The One Where She Riffs About Her Son, Being "Dumb Parents," & Choosing How To Respond 34:05

1y ago34:05

34:05

Has anyone ever said something about you that wasn't kind, and wasn't true? How did you respond? My son recently told me that a kid at his school told him that my husband and I were "dumb," and it hurt his feelings. We talked about why his feelings were hurt, why this child may have said what he did, and how we can CHOOSE how to respond. We also ta…

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Episode 116: Throwback to "To The One With All The Background" 1:04:28

1y ago1:04:28

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Have you wondered where the idea for this podcast came from? What made me think "hey - you know what I should do? I should start a podcast!" Well, you learn that, and way more, in this episode. You learn where I was when the idea struck, how I came up with the title, and everything I wanted "Awaken The Extraordinary" to be. This is the very first e…

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Episode 115: "No More Drama" Part 1 - The One Where She Talks About Her "Safe Space" Being Threatened 23:15

1y ago23:15

23:15

We've all become familiar with "safe spaces," right? Well, I realized recently that this podcast serves that purpose for me. And hopefully, for you too. On this podcast, I basically wear my heart on my sleeve. And I do this for a couple of reasons: It's kind of just "how I am" I want to be open with you. I want to share what I'm experiencing, or ha…

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Episode 114: The One Where She Riffs About Giving Things Oxygen 20:36

1y ago20:36

20:36

You've heard that expression "the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence," right? And I'm sure you've ALSO heard the expression "the grass is greener where you water it." I started thinking a lot about those expressions after I watched an episode of "Bluey," and was thinking about the different meaning behind each. THEN I started th…

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Episode 113: The One Where She Riffs About Feeling Understood 23:48

1y ago23:48

23:48

Most of us want to feel understood, right? Understood by our friends, family, colleagues, society... I realized something recently though, about the act of understanding. In order for you to feel understood, there has to be a desire from someone else to actually understand you. You can explain yourself until you're blue in the face. But if someone …

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Episode 112: The One Where She Talks About Stuff Not Being "Your Job" 21:50

1y ago21:50

21:50

Do you consider yourself a considerate, thoughtful person? Me too. Buuuuutttt...do you ever find yourself being SO considerate and SO thoughtful and SO kind that you start to feel angry about it? And then resentful? Again, me too. There's a reason for that, you know. And it's not because of the people you're helping. Well, not entirely. Some of it …

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Episode 111: The One Where She Talks About Britney Spears 19:24

1+ y ago19:24

19:24

You know who Britney Spears is, right? If you don't, you have to have been living under a rock for the last 20 years or so (and I mean that in the most loving way possible). Britney, like many of us, has been through a lot. But unlike most of us, she's been under a microscope for a vast majority of her "a lot-ness." Her Instagram account confuses m…

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Episode 110: The One Where She Talks About "Mamahood & Stuff" 24:32

1+ y ago24:32

24:32

Did you know Mother's Day is tomorrow? Well, if you didn't, and have a Mom or Mom-type you want to spoil, hit "Play" on this episode as you skedaddle yourself over on to Target, Hallmark, Nordstrom, See's Candy...you get the picture. Mother's Day can be amazing. And Mamahood can be awesome. But it can also be...NOT amazing. And NOT so awesome. Life…

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Episode 109: The One With No Mother's Day "Mush" 15:41

1+ y ago15:41

15:41

How do you feel about your Mom and Mother's Day? Much of society tells us that our mothers are nearing Saint-hood, and we should be grateful for everything they sacrificed and do/did for us. But a lot of us don't have, or didn't have, great relationships with our mothers. And Mother's Day often serves as a reminder of that. If you've ever stood in …

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Episode 108: The One Where She Talks About Being Human & Messing Up 24:16

1+ y ago24:16

24:16

What do you do when you make a mistake? Now what do you do if you make the same mistake a few times? Do you beat yourself up about it, or do you say "oops," realize you're human and (shocker!) NOT perfect, and move on? So many of us end up being such a*sholes to ourselves, and that doesn't feel good, right? Why do we do that? And how do we change t…

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Episode 107: The One With Her "Dear Diary" Moment 27:56

1+ y ago27:56

27:56

You know how when you're going through a tough time, you just want someone to talk to? Someone that will listen without judgement? Who doesn't interrupt you, and just lets you "get it all out?" That's what this episode ending up being for me. A place to share some of what has been weighing my heart down lately, and left me feeling emotionally deple…

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Episode 106: The One Where She Riffs About Radical Acceptance 21:11

1+ y ago21:11

21:11

You know how aggravating it is when you hope something will go differently, and time after time, it doesn't? I totally understand. There have been so many instances in my life where my little flicker of hope doesn't get extinguished, regardless of what does or doesn't happen. And while I do love having hope, sometimes I am tempted to snuff it out. …

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Episode 105: The One With Eric Rutin...Where They Talk About Life, Hallmark & A Little Mystery 1:39:17

1+ y ago1:39:17

1:39:17

Don't you love how you realize you have a shared interest with someone, and once you start talking to them, you realize you have even more in common than you thought? That's one of my intentions when I have guests on the show - I want all of us to see that there is more that connects us than divides us, and that was my experience with Eric Rutin. E…

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Episode 104: The One Where She Talks About Pain Becoming A Part Of You 25:41

1+ y ago25:41

25:41

Have you seen that episode of Friends where Rachel's talking about love and says "it's a tricky business?" So is grief. When we're mourning a loss, people often tell us that "the pain goes away, or lessens, with time." But does it really? Or do we just become accustomed to feeling the pain and sadness...so it SEEMS like it lessens over time, but wh…

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Episode 103: The One Where She Talks About "The Rachel" & Speaking Up 57:20

1+ y ago57:20

57:20

Have you ever had a botched haircut? Or a hair coloring session that left you wondering what the f*ck the stylist was thinking? If so, did you speak up? Did you let the stylist know you weren't happy with the services they provided? If you did, good for you! If not, then you may want to give this episode a listen. (By the way...even if you DID spea…

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Episode 102: The One With The Bedtime Story 8:33

1+ y ago8:33

8:33

Did you know that your brain functions in a different state as you're drifting off to sleep, and as you're awakening? Your subconscious is more open to suggestions during this phase, and that's why I try to stay away from all the negative stuff before I go to sleep, and for a while after I awake. That's what inspired me to drop this episode as a "b…

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Episode 101: Throwback to Candace Cameron Bure's Curling Wand 22:14

1+ y ago22:14

22:14

I know what you're thinking...she's talking about CCB's curling wand? Yes. Yes I am. This is actually a throwback episode. And one of my most popular. I'm an 80s kid, and I love CCB for the nostalgia factor. I follow her on IG, and when she posted a tutorial of how she curled her hair...man! Did those mean girls come out to play! If your curiosity …

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Episode 100: The One Where She Riffs About Life & (Duh!) The 100th Episode 35:53

1+ y ago35:53

35:53

I mean, it's kind of obvious what this episode is about, right? Have you ever thought that you would do something, but then were kind of surprised when you actually DID it? That's how I feel about this milestone. In this episode, I just hit record and whatever was on my heart and mind to say - I said. This podcast is A LOT of things to me, and I sh…

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Episode 99: The One Where She Talks About Her Son & His Fingernails 13:34

1+ y ago13:34

13:34

You're probably thinking "what??? Why on earth is she talking about this?" Well, you'll have to listen to find out. But in a nutshell, it's about doing what makes you happy without giving a sh*t about what other people might think! BTW want to follow my friend and nail artist, Liza? Find her on IG @dasnailhaus! Did you love this episode? If so, I w…

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Episode 98: The One Where She Riffs About Buying New Jeans 19:54

1+ y ago19:54

19:54

You know how 90s fashion is making a comeback? Well, that includes jeans. The tapered leg jeans that I used to hate, and ending up loving, don't seem as "on trend" as they once were, and now wide-leg jeans are slowly starting to creep their way back in just like high-waisted jeans did. So anyway, I went jean shopping this weekend, and bought some j…

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Episode 97: The One With Hannah Burlbaw...Where They Talk About Homeschooling Your Kids 1:00:13

1+ y ago1:00:13

1:00:13

What do you think when you hear about someone choosing to homeschool their kids? "Oh - they're THOSE parents." "I bet their kids are weird." "What do they do to socialize their kids?" "What kind of example are they setting for their kids? They're never going to get a REAL job." Or do you think... "I wonder why they chose to homeschool..." "I've bee…

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Episode 96: The One With Her PSA On Personal Safety 15:02

1+ y ago15:02

15:02

How aware of your surroundings are you? If you walk out of a building at night, do you look around, or are your eyes glued to your phone? Are your keys out of your bag, or do you spend time fumbling for them when you get to the car? If you go out for a walk or go running, are you paying attention and listening to what's going on around you? I know …

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Episode 95: The One With Kayla Scheanon...Where They Talk About Relationships & Stepping Into Your Power 1:33:23

1+ y ago1:33:23

1:33:23

When you look at your relationships, romantic and otherwise, how do you feel? Do you feel good? Do you feel safe? Respected? Loved? What sort of relationships were modeled for you as a kid? What unhealthy behaviors have been romanticized or normalized in our culture? And if something is unhealthy...maybe even unsafe...do you know what to do? Do you…

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Episode 94: The One Where She Riffs About "Real Love" on V-Day 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

18:54

Are you thinking of that song "Real Love" by Mary J. Blige? I am too - but that's not what this episode is about. It's Valentine's Day, so I had to take this opportunity to talk about love. But Valentine's Day doesn't have to be about just the "romantic" aspect. What if we took this day to put more love into the world, whether we have a "special so…

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Episode 93: The One Where She Talks About The Target Bathroom 13:19

1+ y ago13:19

13:19

Did you know that there are random acts of kindness that DON'T involve buying someone coffee or dropping off baked goods to your favorite small business? (BTW I encourage both) Anyhoo...there are so many opportunities to put more kindness out into the world. But many of us overlook them because they don't fit in the "Random Acts of Kindness Box." I…

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Episode 92: The One Where She Riffs About The Crap & Beauty Found in Life's Uncertainty 1:02:38

1+ y ago1:02:38

1:02:38

You know that life isn't all sunshine and rainbows, right? I bet you're saying "Um...duh! Of course I know that!" Because...we all know that. But how do you handle those moments when life keeps throwing you curveball after curveball? Do you get knocked down, or do those curveballs just throw you a bit off balance? And even if the curveball makes yo…

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Episode 91: The One Where She Talks About "Mama Drama" & Trusting Your Gut 1:11:39

1+ y ago1:11:39

1:11:39

What alarms go off when something doesn't seem right, or feel good? And...do you pay attention to them? In this episode, I share about an experience I had with my son the latter half of 2022, where I was seeing lots of red flags, feeling uneasy...and I did nothing, until one day, NOT doing anything was NOT an option because my son deserved better. …

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Episode 90: The One With The Story BEHIND The Story Of "Rudolph" 6:09

1+ y ago6:09

6:09

We all know the story of "Rudolph." But do you know the story BEHIND the story of "Rudolph?" Well, pull up an ice block and lend an ear, and give this a listen. It's short, I promise. And it may give you a good conversation starter if there are some awkward moments at the family gathering later today! Merry Christmas, my friend! Did you love this e…

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Episode 89: The One Where She Gets Deep About "Rudolph" 24:02

1+ y ago24:02

24:02

You know the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, right? It's that endearing story of a reindeer who's different from all the other reindeer, and he basically gets bullied and treated like crap because of it. I loved watching that stop-motion special from 1964 as a kid. I knew how he was being treated wasn't right, but I didn't realize how mess…

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Episode 88: The One Where She Gets Deep About "Fred Claus" 1:14:07

1+ y ago1:14:07

1:14:07

Do you love stories about Santa Claus? Me too! And I feel like this one is super underrated. But...it's also not about SANTA - it's about his brother, Fred! This movie is funny. But it's also pretty deep. So grab your floaties and maybe a glass of "Jingle Bell Juice" and join me as we "deep dive" into "Fred Claus." Did you love this episode? If so,…

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Episode 87: The One Where She Gets Deep About "Elf" 22:18

1+ y ago22:18

22:18

You've seen "Elf," right? If you haven't, we can't be friends. Seriously though - most of us have seen that movie about the elf that's not really an elf, but has more Christmas spirit than any REAL elf who calls the North Pole home could ever have. And we know how it ends - with everybody singing, and Santa's sleigh soaring high into sky because "C…

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