Home Alone: A Christmas Story | JJMW #476
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Why do some Christmas movies only get better as we grow older? In this holiday episode of JJ Meets World, JJ Gordon and Tucker Lucas dive deep into the Christmas movies that shaped their childhoods — and why films like Home Alone and A Christmas Story land completely differently as adults. They explore: Why Home Alone remains endlessly rewatchable (and why the sequel actually works) The surprising emotional depth of A Christmas Story when viewed through adult eyes How A Christmas Story Christmas became one of the most underrated holiday sequels ever made The power of nostalgia, memory, and...
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The Stinkiest Episode | JJMW #475
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The crew dives headfirst into a mystery that no homeowner wants to face: a house smelling like it’s been sprayed by a skunk. What starts as a bizarre and embarrassing odor problem turns into a deep exploration of HVAC systems, air exchangers, furnace filters, and a little-known issue called Dirty Sock Syndrome. Along the way, JJ breaks down how skunk smells can travel through ventilation systems, how mold and dirty evaporator coils can mimic those odors, and why regular HVAC maintenance—like filter changes, MERV ratings, UV lights, and seasonal servicing—actually matters. There’s also...
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Netflix vs Paramount: The Warner Brothers War | JJMW #474
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In this episode of JJ Meets World, JJ and Tucker break down the massive news shaking the entertainment industry: Netflix has announced a planned $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. — bringing HBO, DC, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and decades of iconic film and television history under one company. The conversation takes listeners on a nostalgic but deeply analytical journey through the evolution of streaming, starting with Netflix’s early days as a DVD-by-mail service, through the death of video stores, the rise of binge-watching, and the explosion of subscription media. JJ...
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JJMW #473: Office Christmas Party Shenanigans
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The Turkey Truck Hoarder | JJMW #472
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In this episode, JJ and Tucker take listeners on a zig-zag journey through holiday traditions, turkey disasters, childhood money memories, coin collecting, unclaimed property treasure hunts, and pop culture nods from West Wing, Salute Your Shorts, Mother, and In & Out. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit Patreon - Merch Shop - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube - Google Play - Facebook -
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The Hunt for the Baja Blast Pie | JJMW #471
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Selling Out, Ranch Life & The Council of Tuckers | JJMW #470
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JJ and Tucker have moved into a brand-new studio… and immediately realized how expensive it is. To keep the show alive, they take on a roster of sponsors — including a Wisconsin bear-only law firm, a political anti-bee awareness initiative, cyborg crime-fighters from 3092, and more. Along the way, JJ questions whether he missed his true calling as a rancher. Between Yellowstone binges, City Slickers nostalgia, and a dream of opening JJ’s Hog Heaven™, the boys explore what ranch life could really look like… including spring-loaded shovel-pitchfork hybrids and steamed-mug-on-the-porch...
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SNAP Shutdown, Food Insecurity, and How Fargo Steps Up | JJMW Episode 469
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JJ and Tucker dive into how the U.S. government shutdown and SNAP funding freeze affect families across Fargo and beyond — and what you can do right now to help your neighbors fight hunger. At the time of this recording, the U.S. government has shut down — and SNAP benefits have stopped reloading, leaving millions of Americans wondering how to afford their next meal. In this powerful episode, JJ and Tucker explore the real-world impact of food insecurity, focusing on the Fargo–Moorhead community and the incredible work being done by the Great Plains Food Bank and the Emergency Food...
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#468: I Like Me
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JJ and Tucker record their first episode in their brand new studio! Plus, we get JJ's thoughts on "I Like Me", the 2025 documentary about the legendary John Candy. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit Patreon - Merch Shop - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube - Google Play - Facebook -
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#467: Madd Frank
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In memory of Delray K. Dvoracek, AKA Madd Frank. For more episodes of JJ Meets World, or to find out how you can support this podcast, visit Patreon - Merch Shop - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube - Google Play - Facebook -
info_outlineWhy do some Christmas movies only get better as we grow older?
In this holiday episode of JJ Meets World, JJ Gordon and Tucker Lucas dive deep into the Christmas movies that shaped their childhoods — and why films like Home Alone and A Christmas Story land completely differently as adults.
They explore:
- Why Home Alone remains endlessly rewatchable (and why the sequel actually works)
- The surprising emotional depth of A Christmas Story when viewed through adult eyes
- How A Christmas Story Christmas became one of the most underrated holiday sequels ever made
- The power of nostalgia, memory, and “magical” Christmas moments
- Whether Santa Claus is a person… or a job
- Why snow in movies is harder to fake than you think
- Holiday movies that understand family, loss, and time passing
00:00 Intro & Christmas Movie Traditions
01:12 Most-Watched Christmas Movies: Home Alone
02:35 Why Home Alone 2 Actually Works
04:30 The Home Alone LEGO Set & Holiday Obsessions
08:15 Why A Christmas Story Was Hard to Watch as a Kid
09:45 Watching A Christmas Story as an Adult
11:35 The Dad in A Christmas Story Explained
13:40 A Christmas Story Christmas: The Sequel That Matters
15:30 Grief, Family, and Making Christmas Work
18:55 Why This Movie Will Make You Cry
20:45 Why Snow in Movies Is So Hard to Fake
22:05 Most Magical Childhood Christmas Memories
24:30 Catching Santa on VHS
26:45 Is Santa a Person or a Job?
28:20 The Santa Claus, Elves, and Holiday Lore
31:10 Holiday Movies That Print Money Forever
33:00 Jingle Bells Was a Thanksgiving Song?!
35:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up
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