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Creative Christmas Cheer: Using creativity to spread the joy of Christmas!

Release Date: 08/19/2025

Scurryfunge, Yule-Hole, and Grinch: Christmas Words with Grace Tierney

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

What in the world is a "scurryfunge"? Have you ever used a Yule-hole? What is the history and story behind names like "Grinch" and "Ebenezer Scrooge"? If you've ever wondered about such things, then you're in luck! Because today my guest is author, word expert, and Christmas enthusiast Grace Tierney. She hails from beautiful Ireland, and is the author of a brand new book called "Words Christmas Gave Us" and it's a fun look at many of the yuletide words, names, foods and phrases we use that have their inspiration because of Christmas! We also talk a bit about A Christmas Carol and which version...

Lill's Travels In Santa Claus Land: A Christmas Story

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Have you ever wondered how does Santa make all the toys? How does he keep track of the naughty and nice list? Where is his village located? In today's episode, I'm reading the cozy children's story "Lill's Travels In Santa Claus Land" by Ellis Towne, Sophie May, and Ella Farman. In this charming story from 1878, a young girl named Lill discovers the magical Santa Claus Land and finds the answer to these questions and more! This is the perfect story to put you in the mood for Christmas. If you would like to read more stories by these authors, you can find the collection online for free at:...

It's a Canadian Christmas! with Glen Warren from Season's Eatings

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Merry November everyone! I've got another jam-packed episode today! First of all, we circle back to last week's episode topic and I share some more information about the 1990's tv special, Merry Christmas George Bailey! Christmas Podcast Network roving reporter Tim Babb shares an exclusive interview with Jimmy Hawkins, the actor who played Tommy Bailey in the original It's a Wonderful Life film! He also produced the tv special that I spoke about in the last episode. Thank you so much Tim for sharing this with us! Then we head up north and about as far east as we can go, to Newfoundland,...

It's a Wonderful Life When It's Christmas Every Day!

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Happy November, everyone! As we kick off the Christmas Podcast Network’s annual Christmas Podcast Day, I’m starting things off with a look at a fun version of It’s a Wonderful Life — a televised stage play from the 1990s starring Bill Pullman as George Bailey. Then, for the main part of the episode, I sit down with Troy from the Christmas Every Day Podcast! We chat about everything Christmas — favorite drinks, foods, movies, actors who’ve played Santa, and so much more. His new podcast is fantastic (even if he did put Pumpkin Spice on the naughty list… You can find Troy's podcast...

"The Judge's House" by Bram Stoker | Christmas Stories for Halloween

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Happy Halloween! Tonight or tomorrow little trick or treaters will be out getting candy... what a perfect time to listen another spooky Christmas story for Halloween! Tonight's tale is called "The Judge's House", by the master of horror Bram Stoker. The story seems simple enough - a college student in need of a quiet place to study, rents an old house that that belonged to a judge whose cruelty was renowned. While his malignant portrait oversees the room, the rats come out to play... It may surprise you to learn that this tale was first published in a Christmas magazine in 1891. The...

"A Strange Christmas Game" by Charlotte Riddell | More Christmas Stories for Halloween

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

It’s Halloween Week on A Cozy Christmas Podcast, and I’m celebrating by reading another spooky but cozy Victorian Christmas tale. This week, I’m reading “A Strange Christmas Game” by Charlotte Riddell — A brother and sister inherit an old, possibly haunted house whose previous owner met a mysterious end. After several nights of strange noises echoing through the halls, they decide to stay up on Christmas Eve to uncover the truth — and what they discover is most definitely not Santa Claus... Riddell wrote a perfect blend of cozy fireside storytelling and eerie suspense —...

Sir Hugo's Prayer by G. B. Burgin | More Christmas Stories for Halloween

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Happy Spooky Month everyone! As the autumn weather finally arrives here in Iowa, I am in the mood to read some excellent Christmas ghost stories that are perfect for the Halloween season. Today's story is called Sir Hugo's Prayer by G. B. Burgin. It's a humorous tale of the ghostly Sir Hugo and his wife who have been forced to haunt the family grounds. Then one Christmas Eve, a young lady arrives with two potential suitors who are seeking to win her affection. Will Sir Hugo be able to lend a (ghostly) helping hand? Also, I take a very quick look at the Saint behind the song "Good King...

"This Christmas" with John Holley

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

In today's episode, I interview author John Holley about his new Christmas book "This Christmas". It tells the story of Marie Downs, who is not only grieving the loss of her husband, but has also had to step in and take care of her grandkids. It's a book that might not seem as cozy as our usual tales, but it's a beautiful story full of Christmas hope. I talk with John about his book and some serious subject matter, but we also have a lot of fun talking about our favorite Christmas traditions, memories, and foods. Find John Holley online: : "Marie Downs lost her husband to cancer...

All About Mrs. Claus

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Today I talk to Pamela McColl about her two new books on Mrs. Claus! In our discussion we talk about the history and development of the character of Mrs. Claus, and how she is often portrayed. We also speak about lessons we can learn from her, and how celebrating Christmas with Santa and Mrs. Claus helps enrich the imagination of children... and a few of us adults! I hope you enjoy our cozy Christmas conversation! Books: Ways to support the show: Rate and review: Buy me a coffee? Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: Logo shirt designs: Contact...

Angela's Christmas: A Classic Christmas Story by Julia Schayer

A Cozy Christmas Podcast

Welcome to the ber months! Today I'll be reading a short story called Angela's Christmas by Julia Schayer. It tells the story of a young lady who wants to help those in need. Will her small act of kindness be enough to help a poor, desperate, and lonely woman on Christmas Eve? I also give a quick update on the book club. We'd love to have you join us as we read Twelve Slays of Christmas by Jaqueline Frost, a cozy mystery set on a Maine Christmas Tree Farm! Ways to support the show: Rate and review: Buy me a coffee? Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks:...

More Episodes

Welcome back to A Cozy Christmas Podcast! Summer’s heat can make it hard to feel the Christmas spirit, but it’s still there—waiting to be found and shared! In this episode, I talk about how creativity can spread joy—especially Christmas joy—and I take a moment to reflect on Currier & Ives and their timeless winter scenes.

For our story today, I read the first two Christmas chapters of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. The March sisters’ creativity, generosity, and joy shine through—whether in giving to a family in need, receiving an unexpected gift from a kind neighbor, or staging a delightfully chaotic homebased theatre performance. Together, they remind us that the best gifts we give (and receive) are always the most heartfelt.

Book Recommendation: Irish Soda Bread Murder by Carlene O'Connor

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Timestamps:

00:00 Christmas Art & Creativity, Currier & Ives, and More

08:25 Cozy Christmas Book Corner

13:10 Introduction to Little Women

15:15 Little Women, Chapter 1: Playing Pilgrims

39:32 Little Women, Chapter 2: A Merry Christmas

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