That Christmas Show: Recent Episodes
Ward Anderson
This is my podcast dedicated to all things Christmas. Everything from Christmas history to tidbits about Christmas pop culture. It also includes my one-man radio play of “A Christmas Carol,” with me performing all of the voices. Enjoy, please, and pass it on!
Ward Anderson interviews Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, singer/songwriter Peter Cetera, about his work with the band Chicago and as a solo performer.
Ward Anderson performs "A Christmas Carol," as a one-man radio play. With music and sound effects from Anthony Palermo at Ruysonic Music, this radio drama tells the complete story of Ebenezer Scrooge, the miser who--through the help of three spirits--discovers the true meaning of Christmas . This "Ghost story of Christmas," is told in just 45 minutes. Ward Anderson performs all of the voices, and narrates, in a script by Anthony Palermo, based on the novel by Charles Dickens.
This episode of "That Christmas Show" is all about the 1965 holiday classic TV special, "A Charlie Brown Christmas". The special that almost wasn't is now one of the most popular animated specials of all time, and beloved by millions every year, all around the world. This episode deals with the problems bringing it to the small screen, and how everyone thought it would ruin their careers. Take a trip back with Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang this Christmas on That Christmas Show.
Ward Anderson is a comedian, author, entertainer, TV and radio host. You can find out all about him at www.wardanderson.net
The introduction music is by Matt Dusk. His album "Old School Yule" is available wherever music is sold. Check out this multi-platinum-selling, award-winning artist at www.mattdusk.com
This episode of "That Christmas Show" is all about the history of The Christmas Tree. From its pagan origins to its modern usage in Christian society, the Christmas tree is one of the most beloved and recognized symbols in the world.
Ward Anderson is a comedian, author, TV and radio host. He can be seen at www.wardanderson.net
Every episode of "That Christmas Show" features music by award-winning, multi-platinum-selling jazz artist, Matt Dusk. His award-winning Christmas album, "Old School Yule" is available everywhere. See more at www.mattdusk.com.
"That Christmas Show" is sponsored by Jackson Triggs Winery and Estate.
This episode of "That Christmas Show" examines how a failed movie became a holiday classic. Hard to believe "It's a Wonderful Life" didn't start out as the beloved holiday movie it's considered today. And there have been more versions that you realize. Go back to the 1930s with "That Christmas Show".
Ward Anderson is a comedian, author, TV and radio host. You can see all about him at www.wardanderson.net
The theme to "That Christmas Show" is holiday music by Matt Dusk. His album "Old School Yule" is available wherever music is sold. Check out www.mattdusk.com for more info on this multi-platinum artist.
This episode of "That Christmas Show" looks back on the 1964 Rankin-Bass animated special "Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer". Host Ward Anderson talks with Paul Soles, the original voice of Hermey, the elf....and the original voice of Spider-Man in the 1960s animated tv show.
Ward Anderson is a comedian, author, TV and radio host. Learn all about him at www.wardanderson.net
"That Christmas Show" features music by award-winning crooner Matt Dusk. "Old School Yule" is available wherever music is sold. See more at www.mattdusk.com
Every episode of "That Christmas Show" is sponsored by Jackson Triggs Winery and Estate.