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22. Muppet Family Christmas - Twenty Fifthmas part 4

First this month’s Twenty Fifthmas we are re-airing our FIRST ever Christmas Episode on OTGO! We're diving headfirst into the magical world of the Muppets, that lovable gang of fuzzy, felt-covered characters who've been tickling our funny bones for decades. If you haven't heard of the Muppets, you're in for a jolly ride! Created by the legendary Jim Henson, this franchise is a delightful mix of puppetry, comedy, and heartwarming moments that have captured the imaginations of folks of all ages. Now, let's deck the halls with a big, warm welcome for our spotlight topic today – the 1987 Christmas TV Special, "A Muppet Family Christmas." It's a yuletide extravaganza where the Muppets, Sesame Street characters, and even the Fraggles from Fraggle Rock all come together for the most Muppetational holiday celebration you can imagine! Join us as we journey back to that special time when Muppet chaos meets Christmas cheer in a way that only the Muppets can deliver. So, grab your favorite fuzzy friend, pour yourself some eggnog, and get ready to relive this classic holiday gem. But hey, before we dive down that chimney, remember to subscribe to our podcast on all your favorite platforms and leave us a review – it's the gift that keeps on giving! So, whether you're snuggling up by the fire or hitting the road to Grandma's house, join us as we unwrap the magic of "A Muppet Family Christmas." Get ready to laugh, reminisce, and sing along – after all, 'tis the season to be Muppet-y! If you haven’t seen it lately here is one of my favorite copies of it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3gAniAEQrak?si=tqvx_SRZHECisNZW [https://youtu.be/3gAniAEQrak?si=tqvx_SRZHECisNZW] email at RadioWayne@gmail.com [RadioWayne@gmail.com?subject=One%20to%20Grow%20On%20Podcast] Instagram at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [http://www.instagram.com/onetogrowonpodcast] Facebook at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/onetogrowonpodcast/]

20. Scrooged - Twenty Fifthmas part 2

Ttoday, we’re heading back to 1988 for Scrooged, starring Bill Murray and directed by Richard Donner. This isn’t your traditional Christmas Carol — it’s louder, funnier, a little sharper around the edges, and completely soaked in late-’80s energy. Murray plays Frank Cross, a fast-talking, ratings-obsessed television executive who’s forgotten just about everything that makes Christmas… well, Christmas. That is, until he gets the full Ebenezer Scrooge treatment, courtesy of three ghosts determined to show him where his life went wrong — and where it could still go right. What makes Scrooged such a perfect retro holiday movie is how it takes Charles Dickens’ timeless story and filters it through neon lights, big personalities, and that uniquely ‘80s mix of cynicism and heart. It’s funny, it’s chaotic, it’s occasionally weird — but underneath it all is the same message that’s been passed down since Dickens first wrote it: that kindness matters, redemption is possible, and sometimes it takes a wake-up call to remember what really counts. So whether you're flipping through the Sears wish book, or trying to record the annual showing of It's a Wonderful Life, this one’s for you. Tonight we’re rewinding to a time of big sweaters, big laughs, and Christmas movies that reminded us — sometimes loudly — what the season was really all about. Let’s talk Scrooged, right here on RadioWayne’s Twenty Fifthmas… God Bless Us, Everyone! email at RadioWayne@gmail.com [RadioWayne@gmail.com?subject=One%20to%20Grow%20On%20Podcast] Instagram at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [http://www.instagram.com/onetogrowonpodcast] Facebook at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/onetogrowonpodcast/]

19. Home Alone - Twenty Fifthmas part 1

Today’s episode is extra special, because this is part 1 of our Christmas Series called Twenty Fifthmas! Every month on the 25th we’ll be sharing a new Christmas themed Episode to bring some joy and cheer our way all year long! Today we’re talking about one of the most beloved holiday films ever made: Home Alone. Released in 1990 and directed by Chris Columbus, Home Alone became an instant seasonal classic. It’s the story of young Kevin McCallister — a kid who wakes up to find his entire family has accidentally left him behind for the holidays. What follows is pure movie magic: a mix of Christmas warmth, childhood bravery, and some of the most memorable slapstick ever put on film. The movie captured exactly what it felt like to be a kid at Christmastime — the freedom, the fear, the excitement, and that feeling that your house, your neighborhood, and your imagination were one big adventure waiting to happen. From sledding down the stairs to defending his home from a pair of bumbling burglars, Kevin showed us all what courage (and a little creativity) could look like. And beyond the laughs and iconic moments, Home Alone became a true cultural touchstone. It’s one of those movies we return to every December — a warm reminder of holidays past, of childhood wonder, and of the simple joy of watching the Wet Bandits get absolutely wrecked by paint cans. So pour some hot cocoa, grab a slice of cheese pizza, and let’s take a festive trip back to 1990 as we revisit the yuletide brilliance of Home Alone, right here on RadioWayne’s Twenty Fifthmas… Merry Christmas, ya filthy animal. email at RadioWayne@gmail.com [RadioWayne@gmail.com?subject=One%20to%20Grow%20On%20Podcast] Instagram at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [http://www.instagram.com/onetogrowonpodcast] Facebook at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/onetogrowonpodcast/]

18. SilverHawks

Today, we’re taking flight into the metal-feathered, laser-blasting world of SilverHawks! Premiering in 1986, SilverHawks came from the same creative minds that gave us ThunderCats — and you can tell. It was part superhero, part space opera, and all ‘80s awesome. The story followed a team of half-human, half-cyborg heroes with wings of steel and hearts of gold, who patrolled the galaxy to stop the villainous Mon*Star and his intergalactic gang of baddies. With its shiny animation style, rock-and-roll theme song, and a toy line that had every kid begging for a figure with real “metallic” armor, SilverHawks was a cosmic blast of action and adventure. It may not have soared quite as high in popularity as its ThunderCats cousins, but for those of us who watched, it left a lasting mark — part nostalgia, part space-age daydream. So strap on those metal wings, True Believers, and get ready to rocket through the galaxy of memories. This episode, we’re shining a spotlight on the one, the only… SilverHawks! email at RadioWayne@gmail.com [RadioWayne@gmail.com?subject=One%20to%20Grow%20On%20Podcast] Instagram at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [http://www.instagram.com/onetogrowonpodcast] Facebook at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/onetogrowonpodcast/]

17. ET: The Extra-Terrestrial

Today, we’re phoning home to talk about one of the most magical — and heartwarming — films of the ‘80s: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Released in 1982 and directed by Steven Spielberg, E.T. told the story of a lonely boy named Elliott who befriends a stranded alien and helps him find his way home. But E.T. was so much more than a sci-fi story — it was a film about friendship, wonder, and believing in something bigger than yourself. It captured the innocence of childhood in a way that still hits us right in the feels today. From glowing fingertips to flying bicycles silhouetted against the moon, E.T. became an instant classic that defined an era — and let’s be real, it also made Reese’s Pieces a Halloween candy legend. Between the trick-or-treat scenes, the heart-tugging goodbyes, and that unforgettable John Williams score, E.T. remains one of the purest pieces of movie magic ever made. So whether you’re out collecting candy, carving pumpkins, or just want to relive a little of that wide-eyed wonder, this one’s for you. Get ready to light up the sky with nostalgia — because tonight, we’re phoning home to 1982 for a Halloween journey with E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, email at RadioWayne@gmail.com [RadioWayne@gmail.com?subject=One%20to%20Grow%20On%20Podcast] Instagram at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [http://www.instagram.com/onetogrowonpodcast] Facebook at @OneToGrowOnPodcast [https://www.facebook.com/onetogrowonpodcast/]