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After three years, our journey through 1985’s Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) comes to an end as the final credits roll. Plus: Our definitive lists of elf names and elf puns are finally revealed, as is the grand total of minutes for both Santa and Patch.
We promise to return someday to talk about the last remaining pieces of SC: TM media. Stay tuned!
Join us as we discuss Minute 108 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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Join us as we continue to explore the end credits, making some surprise discoveries.
Minute 107 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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As the credits continue to roll, we talk about all the scenes playing on the sides of the credits and a few key crew members that made the movie possible that we have not talked about before.
Join us as we discuss Minute 105 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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As the credits continue to roll, we talk about a recent sighting of the Super Dooper Looper, Jon’s film theory that links multiple Santa movies together, the movie that sunk the Salkinds, and revisit the cast as their names appear on-screen.
Join us as we discuss Minute 105 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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The Clauses, the kids, and the elves all merrily dance around the workshop in a happy ending for everyone! Well, ALMOST everyone. Before the credits start to roll, we see a glimpse of BZ’s fate. Plus: The book provides some more resolution that the movie didn’t and we finally talk about the career of director Jeannot Szwarc!
Join us as we discuss Minute 104 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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Santa, Joe, Patch, and Cornelia make it safely back to the North Pole workshop and the elves are celebrating! During the festivities, Joe asks if Cornelia can stay just until next Christmas … setting up the possible sequel we never got! We also talk about some big plot points that we DIDN’T see in the actual movie!
Join us as we discuss Minute 103 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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In a desperate attempt to save Joe and Patch before its too late, Donner summons enough courage to complete the Super-Dooper-Looper! It's a thrilling minute with a big explosion, a daring rescue, and some cartoon logic.
Join us as we discuss Minute 102 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We're back! Joe and Patch are still unaware of the dangerous candy canes in the back of the Patchmobile. In pursuit, Santa and Cornelia watch helplessly until Santa figures there is only one way to save the day: The Super-Dooper-Looper!
Join us as we discuss Minute 101 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We return to watch Santa, Cornelia, Joe and Patch fly into the Arctic. We discuss how long they have been traveling, the speed of the vehicles and how uncomfortable the actors look in the wind. Join us as we discuss Minute 100 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We join BZ as the cops are racing in to arrest him due to Cornelia's phone call to the police about kidnapping and exploding candy canes. Do you think BZ would have been actually charged? Join us as we discuss Minute 97 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We join Santa and Cornelia as they are trying to catch up with Joe and Patch. We get a small glimpse of BZ at his factory as the police arrive. Bonus: we may have found the location they used for the arial shot of BZ Toys Factory. Join us as we discuss Minute 98 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We join Patch and Joe in the factory again to see how the fight between the two wrap up. We also are joined by Santa and Cornelia as they are in a rush to save/find Joe. Most importantly we figure out how fast Santa can travel with his reindeer. Join us as we discuss Minute 97 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We join Patch at the factory again, while he goes to get more supplies in the basement he comes across Joe tied up in the corner...they argue about who is closer with Santa. Join us as we discuss Minute 96 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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After Santa finishes giving the reindeer team the inspirational speech, they take off to rescue little Joe! Plus: The book reveals what Anya was doing while this was happening! Join us as we discuss Minute 95 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Cornelia’s urgent letter arrives at the North Pole and finally snaps Santa out of his depressed mood. He orders the elves to get the sleigh ready… but they’ll be two reindeer short. Plus: The book reveals a surprising exchange between Santa and Anya! And we have some more always exciting talk about time zone! Join us as we discuss Minute 94 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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It’s an action-packed minute as Grizzard ties Joe up in the toy factory, Cornelia writes an urgent letter to Santa, two reindeer get the flu, and Dooley goes over the preparations for the next Christmas. All this plus the return of Sad Santa. Join us as we discuss Minute 93 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Sorry for the delay in the episode release this week, but here it is! We discuss the plan for BZ and Towzer to travel to Brazil to escape the problems stemming from the Candy Cane's explosive potential.
Join us as we discuss Minute 91 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We’re back with our first minute of 2022! As Cornelia listens from the shadows, Towzer continues to tell BZ of the dangers of Patch’s candy canes. Is BZ really shocked by the revelation? Plus: Cornelia looking menacing! BZ’s seat cushion! And more brilliant line readings from Lithgow! Join us as we discuss Minute 91 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Towzer finally reveals why he is at BZ’s house at 3AM. Uh-huh. Join us as we discuss Minute 90 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Language warning (BZ earns this movie its PG rating this minute)! BZ and Towzer hear a sneeze from the basement and go investigate. Joe is caught and BZ orders Grizzard to
“PARK THIS KID ON ICE”! The reasoning in the movie is unclear, but the reason as revealed in the book may surprise you! Join us as we discuss Minute 89 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Cornelia and Joe overhear B.Z. talking to Towzer about how B.Z. plans to take over Christmas! Is Santa Claus really finished!? Never! Pour yourself a drink and listen to us talk about possibly the most bizarre product placement in movie history, evidence of a deleted scene from earlier, figuring out how long Joe has been in the basement, and much more! Join us as we discuss Minute 88 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa rejects Puffy’s new doll idea. Back at B.Z.’s townhouse, Towzer wakes up B.Z. at 3AM to tell him something important. There is a lot to talk about this minute including urinating dolls, the Cabbage Patch Kids riots of 1983, what’s on B.Z.’s nightstand, our new favorite background character, the “lost” poster for Christmas II, and more! Join us as we discuss Minute 87 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Cornelia suggests Joe stay in the basement until he feels better. Back at the North Pole, Puffy attempts to cheer up Sad Santa with a new doll the elves have made. Join us as we discuss Minute 86 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Joe climbs up into Cornelia’s room. Meanwhile, Patch sits alone in a dark toy factory watching candy canes come off his production line. Plus: Bin apologizes to UK tea drinkers and we try to figure out how Patch’s candy machine works! Join us as we discuss Minute 85 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa sadly states that he feels like an old fool. Anya says nothing in the movie, but has more to say in the book. Then, back in NYC during thunderstorm, Joe wakes up Cornelia by whistling and she invites him inside the townhouse! Plus, listener feedback! Join us as we discuss Minute 84 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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BZ reveals the name for his big Christmas sequel in a payoff to one of the movie’s most memorable moments! Then, back at the North Pole, Santa is sad… again. Join us as we discuss Minute 83 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch confirms to BZ that by adding more stardust to the candy formula will cause people to fly.BZ gets VERY excited and immediately starts planning a sequel to Christmas for March 25th!
Join us as we discuss Minute 82 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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BZ attempts to convince Patch into doing him one last favor. Plus: A character refers to “stardust” by name for the first time in the actual movie and an Elf Pun gets repeated!
Join us as we discuss Minute 81 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Today we discuss minute 80 where BZ and Patch finish their press conference and Patch informs BZ that he doesn't really agree with what BZ has planned.
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Kids are loving the Puce Pops, using their temporary floating abilities to shoot hoops and steal treats. The Pops are such a hit they become a worldwide sensation as a montage of newspaper headlines tell us. The next day, BZ holds a press conference where Patch takes questions from reporters. It’s a packed minute with LOTS of details and we talk about it all! Plus: The details of an amazing lost Santa scene!! Join us as we discuss Minute 79 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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With a “Yo!” from Joe, he and a (finally) jolly Santa fly off into the night. On Christmas morning, people finally discover what makes the Patch Puce Pop so special! Join us as we find out that the book is really mean to Miss Tucker, examine the most G-rated graffiti in NYC, and talk too much about Mary Poppins! Plus: Carrie Kei Heim shares memories about toy pianos and floating nannies! Join us as we discuss Minute 78 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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After finishing greeting the reindeer, Santa has Joe hop into the sleigh. Santa then gives Joe a special present. Joe is very excited about the gift and then asks if Santa got anything Cornelia. We question if Santa had some “magical” residue visible on hands and if Santa should have got Joe a more practical present. Join us as we talk about Minute 77 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Joe and Santa are reunited on the rooftop and share a hug. Joe then greets Donner, Blitzen, and Comet. Plus: we uncover some new-to-us movie trivia and begin Part 1 of a totally necessary discussion about reindeer butts. Join us as we talk about minute 76 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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The 30th Anniversary Article we discussed at the top of the episode: https://www.feelchristmassy.co.uk/christmas-movies/santa-claus-the-movie-30-years-on/
Ya-hoooo! Patch begins his Puce Pop deliveries! While Patch is having a great time, Santa is depressed as he makes his Christmas Eve rounds. Maybe meeting up with his little buddy Joe will cheer him up. Plus, so many question: Does the screen used Patchmobile still exist? Should B.Z. have started advertising sooner? How does Patch know where to deliver the Puce Pops? What is inside the present Santa is delivering in this Minute? Join us as we try to make sense out of Minute 75 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch flips some switches and turns some knobs and the Patchmobile starts up as B.Z. and his crew cheer him on! As the magical car takes off we talk about our frustration at the movie’s biggest plot hole and how we would have fixed it! Plus: The book reveals some of Miss Abruzzi’s backstory and Towzer’s American pride! And a discussion about if SC:TM should have been a musical leads to us discovering Dudley Moore’s unexpected final role! Join us as we talk about Minute 74 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa is determined to his job, “the way I always do.” Then, in the modified B.Z. toy factory, Patch reveals the Patchmobile with much fanfare! Plus: Dooley says a mouthful, Patch is all about the presentation, trying to figure out B.Z.’s Christmas Eve plans, the lack of Patchmobile merchandise, and the mysterious Miss Abruzzi finally makes an appearance! Join us as we discuss Minute 73 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch’s Puce Pop commercial is being broadcast live worldwide! Everyone is tuning in including Joe, Santa, the elves, Cornelia, and even two surprise cameos! We break down the lyrics to the “Patch, Natch” commercial jingle (most of which we don’t hear in the movie), imagine Cornelia’s tragic origin story, try to figure out how time zones work at the North Pole, and get distracted by a bizarre bust in B.Z.’s office! Join us as we discuss Minute 72 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa is carving a wooden elf figurine for Joe. Anya notices the “elf portrait” looks very similar to Patch. Then, in a TV studio Patch’s big commercial is about air! Plus: the book reveals how long it has been since Santa has made a toy! We plan a vacation to Medina, Ohio! We also manage to bring up everything from Indiana Jones to Michael Keaton’s Jack Frost! Join us as we discuss Minute 71 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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In a secret office, Patch is hard at work on a “delivery system”. BZ and Towzer knock on the door to show Patch the potential prototypes for the “something special”. After Patch makes his pick, a choice on what color it should be has to be made. Get ready for a deep dive into Dr. Eric Towzer’s favorite color : puce! Featuring fleas, Marie Antoinette, Mike Wazowski, vintage bottle collectors, and the Golden Girls! Plus: We attempt to fix a glaring Wikipedia oversight, talk about Patch’s total lack of planning, dream of a world where we can order a Puce Juice from Starbucks, and more! Join us as we discuss Minute 70 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch reveals the secret ingredient for the “something special” to BZ. Then, BZ and his associate, Dr. Towzer, head into one of BZ’s now-abandoned toy factories to check on Patch’s progress. We take a close look at the inside of BZ’s factory/warehouse, continue to be annoyed with the “something special” being called a “toy”, and spot some more product placement. All this and another classic Elf Pun! Join us as we discuss Minute 69 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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BZ wants to know much Patch’s product cost the people. Yes, we have reached one of the most famous (or infamous?) minutes of the movie! Plus: an update on the layout of Bin’s fictional SC: TM theme park! Join us as we discuss Minute 68 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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How will Patch tell the people about his “something special”? Advertise! Patch and BZ then discuss the cost and advantages of advertising on the “tele-whats-its”. Were “a horse in a hoop skirt” and “if you give extra kisses, you get bigger hugs” existing sayings? Does Patch already know what television is? What is inside BZ’s boardroom display case? Plus: Designing a SC: TM theme park that you’ll never be able to visit! Join us as we discuss Minute 67 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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BZ starts to show interest in Patch’s big idea of making “something special”. Especially when the elf informs BZ that BZ would have to stop producing all of his normal toys. Plus: The book reveals the reasons why BZ never got presents from Santa as a child! Should Patch be wary of someone who has been on the Naughty List? And we talk about John Lithgow’s animated roles that never were! Join us as we discuss Minute 66 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch continues to introduce himself to B.Z. As Patch pops up around the room, we manage to talk about the FTC, the age difference between Dudley Moore and John Lithgow, the existence of fairies in the movie’s universe, and two elf puns of varying quality. Join us as we discuss Minute 65 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa finishes learning about Patch’s departure. Then, back in New York, Patch reappears to see store employees removing all B.Z. Toys from their window display. Patch misinterprets this as a sign of the popularity of B.Z.’s toys. The elf then magically disappears much to the confusion of a nearby “wino”. B.Z. returns to his office to be greeted by Patch. This is a jam-packed minute! We meet new characters, prove the A-Team takes place in the same universe as this movie, discover another “lost” elf pun, and much, much more! Join us as we discuss Minute 64 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)!
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After a disastrous Senate hearing, B.Z.’s associate, Towser, bombards him with even more bad news. Then, Santa is informed that Patch has left the North Pole. Plus, we talk about John Lithgow’s teeth, some career highlights of actor Jeffrey Kramer who plays Towzer, some other actors who were considered for the role of B.Z., and how much time has passed between Patch leaving the North Pole and Santa finding out! Join us as we discuss Minute 63 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We are back after our brief hiatus and ready tackle the long-awaited second half of the movie! We are introduced to B.Z., the sleazy toymaker, as he’s questioned by Senators about the safety hazards of the toys his company manufactures. We take a look at some of the many noteworthy roles of the multi-talented John Lithgow! Some surprising credits of two of the uncredited extras in this scene! A dangerous B.Z. Toy that didn’t get demonstrated in the movie! And more! Join us as we discuss Minute 62 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)!
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Hey everyone, due to a change in work schedules and birthday's we are not able to have a podcast for a few weeks. We we will be back on June 16th to start talking all about John Lithgow!
This gives you a few weeks to get caught up :)
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Patch says goodbye to Donner. It’s a tearful farewell and then we’re suddenly in front of the US Capitol Building in Washington DC! We question Patch’s packing and planning, learn a new word, give credit to the the uncredited folks who brought the movie’s reindeer to life, and imagine a Santa Claus: The Movie: The Musical! Plus: We do some research in realtime on the podcast!
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We’re at the emotional one hour mark of the movie! Santa strips Patch of the elf’s assistant duties and hands the official apron off to Puffy. Patch then heads to his room in the reindeer stable to gather his things as he prepares to leave the North Pole. Plus: A clever callback! Menacing music! The book adds some more context for this Minute! And we take a detour to come up with a pitch for a Santa Claus Netflix series!
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After a ten (!) minute absence, Patch returns to get scolded by Santa. Dooley makes a good suggestion… that is never acted upon. A sighting of Anya’s body double? Plus: A Sarah Foster update! Join us as we discuss Minute 59 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Our special guest Mike Westfall from the Advent Calendar House podcast joins us for this minute! Toys are falling apart and kids are mad! Joe encounters some bullies in an alley and Cornelia gets into a fight with two girls in dance class. Back at the North Pole, Dooley is in disbelief as broken toys come crashing down into the mailroom.
Along with Carrie Kei Heim, this scene features a young Shannon Spruill (aka former WCW wrestler, Daffney) and she shares her memories of filming this movie with us!
Plus: Was Nicole Appleton from the band All Saints in this minute, too? Smoking in family movies, terrifying talking dolls of the 1980s, a reckless school bus driver, and much more!
Mike’s Podcast: https://adventcalendar.house
SequelQuest Podcast: https://sequelquest.transistor.fm/episodes/ep126-santa-claus-the-movie-sequel-sequelquest
Daffney’s Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/daffneyunger
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Cornelia offers Santa some chocolate chip cookies from Bloomingdale’s. Santa helps himself to some cookies before saying goodbye for now. The next day, it’s Christmas and Patch’s shoddily produced toys start falling apart much to the disappointment of kids everywhere (or, at least, somewhere in Texas). Join us as we take a deep dive into what Santa calls his favorite cookies, reveal what Cornelia thinks of the nickname “Corny”, search for an obscure TBS promo, learn that friendship is magic, and much more! Join us as we discuss Minute 57 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Joe knocks over a lamp and wakes up Cornelia who catches Joe and Santa in her living room! Plus: wondering where Cornelia gets her toys from (and why she would even ask Santa for toys anyway); noticing all the premature John Lithgow photos in the background; Santa being a bit of a jerk in the book; Jon’s all-knowing Santa theory starts to fall apart or is Santa just bad with names?; and Carrie Kei Heim comments on the ugly Christmas tree in this minute!
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Santa reminds Joe that he has a job to do and they make their first stop of the night. Plus: the golden age of body-swapping comedies; tracking Santa’s NYC flight path; questioning Santa’s use of his sack; and we point out and talk about the many subtle details in the background of this living room. Join us as we discuss Minute 55 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We’ve made it to the halfway point of the movie and Santa and Joe’s sleigh ride through New York City sky continues! Santa starts to worry and Donner covers his eyes as Joe flies through Rockefeller Center and then towards the Brooklyn Bridge. Join us as we discuss Minute 54 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Donner is ashamed that he couldn’t complete the Super Dooper Looper. Santa and Joe try to cheer the reindeer up with some words of encouragement. Then, Santa lets Joe take a turn driving the sleigh. Plus: Feeling sorry for Donner! Comparing Joe to young Anakin Skywalker! Figuring out what was cut from this scene! Debating the most well-known use of the Empire State Building in popular culture! All this and more reindeer trivia! Join us as we discuss Minute 53 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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It’s the one year anniversary of our podcast! We join Santa and Joe as they continue their sleigh ride through the sky above New York City. Along the way we take a closer look at some NYC landmarks, feel bad for Donner being forced to attempt the Super Dooper Looper (again), wonder what time of night is this scene taking place, discuss the origins of the phrase “the old college try”, get upset at reindeer bullies, and are shocked by something we never noticed until now. Join us as we discuss Minute 52 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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After an awkward moment from Santa - that may or may not poke a hole in Jon’s all-knowing Santa theory - the sleigh takes to the sky! Joe finally realizes that it really is Santa Claus! Plus: Carrie Kei Heim reveals reindeer secrets! Radio City Music Hall’s reuse of these scenes! And more! Join us as we discuss Minute 51 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa leaves the reindeer on the rooftop to go talk to Joe. Joe doesn’t believe the old man is who he says he is. Plus: Yankees no-hitters; cinematic tooth fairies; wondering how common the usage of the word “wino” is; and a surprisingly dark scene from the book that we were glad didn’t make it into the movie! Join us as we discuss Minute 50 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa flies over New York City and catches a glimpse of Joe trying to keep warm in an alley. He tells the reindeer they’ll be making an unexpected stop. Plus: Jon has a theory that Santa’s stop was not unexpected at all! Santa is a fan of the Statue of Liberty! Bin has a UFO sighting! More reindeer trivia! And we admire the practical special effects of Roy Field and Derek Meddings. Join us as we discuss Minute 49 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Joe rushes over to grab the plate of food left by Cornelia. He starts eagerly eating and enjoys a big sip of Coca-Cola. Then we once again join Patch as he and the elves prepare the machine-made toys for Santa’s Christmas Eve flight. Plus: Carrie Kei Heim shares the story behind that Coke scene! Join us as we discuss Minute 48 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Real Fans 4 Real Movies Podcast Interview with Carrie: https://rf4rm.com/post/637034686893424640/rf4rm-200-santa-claus-the-movie-35th
Cornelia catches a glimpse of Joe in the window drooling over her and Miss Tucker’s dinner. She prepares Joe a very appetizing looking plate full of leftovers… and a cool, refreshing can of Coke. Plus: Masterpiece Theatre, Latin verbs, Cornelia’s retainer, Coca-Cola’s long history with Santa Claus, and much more! Join us as we discuss Minute 47 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Grab some fries and McNuggets and get ready for a supersized episode! Our friend and fellow podcaster, Jason Devall of ToyWorldOrder, joins us as Santa appoints his new assistant and hungry Joe watches happy families eat inside McDonald’s. Listen to us talk about hamburgers, McDonald’s in the 1980s, movie tie-ins, and much more! Join us as we discuss Minute 46 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch’s toy machine is now producing at full power… but things aren’t going as smoothly as it looks. Join us as we discuss Minute 45 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We take a closer look at the inner workings of the Patch-o-matic machine. Join us as we discuss Minute 44 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985)
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Patch and his pals build the toy making machine... which involves a lot of wooden ducks, for some reason. Meanwhile, Puffy oversees his team in making toys the traditional way. Join us as we discuss Minute 43 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Cornelia reluctantly returns to her homework. Patch and Puffy each try to convince Santa that they'd make a better assistant. Plus: Did we spot Santa's body double? We look at what's on Cornelia's desk! A very un-Patch-like performance! Another elf pun! Join us as we discuss Minute 42 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The unscrupulous street corner Santa helps himself to the charity donations and a drink of booze while Joe looks on in disgust. Then, across the street, we join Cornelia inside the fancy townhouse while her Nanny, Miss Tucker, scolds her for not doing her homework. We talk about how this scene plays out a little differently in the novel and the comic book; career highlights of actors Christian Fitzpatrick (Joe), Carrie Kei Heim (Cornelia), and Dorothea Phillips (Miss Tucker); and we briefly talk to Carrie about The Parent Trap 2 and Pippi Longstocking! Join us as we discuss Minute 41 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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This week: Santa is fascinated by a snow globe and then we are in the hustle and bustle of modern day New York City. Plus: Jon passionately makes the argument that the snowglobe is actually magical; we attempt to figure out when exactly this part of the movie is taking place; the lyrics to the song that the choir is singing and who wrote it; and the career of actor Walter "Wally" Goodman whose final credited role was that of the drunken street corner Santa in this movie! Join us as we discuss Minute 40 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa has just arrived back home and almost falls asleep in his soup. Anya suggests the overworked Santa hire an assistant. Plus, Carrie Kei Heim shares the shocking secret behind Santa's beard! Join us as we discuss Minute 39 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
Real Fans 4 Real Movies Podcast Interview with Carrie: https://rf4rm.com/post/637034686893424640/rf4rm-200-santa-claus-the-movie-35th
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Anya suggests it is Santa's cookie addiction that is to blame for his ample tummy. So, Santa goes on a diet. Plus, the novel reveals a payoff to this scene that we didn't get to see in the final film! Then we talk about the "Elfmade" logo that the elves stamp on their hand-crafted toys (and, of course, was seen on all officially licensed SC:TM merchandise at the time). Join us as we discuss Minute 38 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Santa gets offended by a popular poem that is all about him. Plus, the whereabouts of the original animatronic Donner, more of Tabby the Cat's backstory from last episode, and John Lithgow talks about the "worst movie he's ever been in" on James Corden's show. We end on a happier note, and share a sweet listener message! Join us as we discuss Minute 37 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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This week: Anya has Santa implement the naughty/nice list; Santa goes down his first chimney; and we attempt to decipher the impossible-to-understand lyrics to the song, "Thank You, Santa". Join us as we discuss Minute 36 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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This week marks the 35th anniversary of the release of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) and we celebrate with a special extended episode of our podcast! First, we talk about where the reindeer lived out the rest of their days and how you can help their fellow reindeer; a recent Hollywood memorabilia auction that included some SC:TM props; and then the star-studded New York and UK movie premieres that happened this week in 1985! Then it's on to Minute 35, where young Sarah Foster's letter is magically swept away to the North Pole and read by Anya!
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Reading and writing, writing and reading. This week, we spend some time in the elves' mailroom as Dooley and the others happily manage all the incoming letters from children from around the world. Then, we are inside a stately home where a little girl begs her brother to stop abusing their pet cat. Join us as we discuss Minute 34 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Donner looks down and is shocked to realize he is flying. Santa assures him there is nothing to worry about just before another montage begins! An hourglass shows the passing of the centuries and we see the beginning of the tradition of writing letters to Santa. Plus, does the hourglass reveal when Santa's first flight was? Join us as we discuss Minute 33 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Yo!! Buckle up because Santa is about to take off on his first flight and we've got a sleigh full of reindeer trivia! Plus, Santa puts on his trademark red hat for the first time and delivers his first "Ho! Ho! Ho!" laugh! Join us as we discuss Minute 32 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Jack from Total Christmas Podcast is joining us for another minute! Patch and his buddies bring out the magical reindeer food and feed the team! We discuss the eating habits of the reindeer; the return of "The Twins"; how the Ancient One hung around a bit longer in the comic book; career highlights of elf actors Christopher Ryan (Vout) and Anthony O'Donnell (Puffy); the unsettling effect stardust seems to have on reindeer; and more! Join us as we discuss Minute 31 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Jack from Total Christmas Podcast joins us for this big minute where the Ancient Elf officially declares Claus will be from here on known as "Santa Claus". Jack gives us a UK fan's perspective of growing up with the movie and more about the actors who played elves Groot (Don Estelle), Gooba (Melvyn Hayes), and Goobler (Dickie Arnold). Join us as we discuss Minute 30 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The Ancient Elf speaks more about the prophecy and how it will be possible for Claus to deliver all those toys in just one night. Plus, we talk about the significance of the elves taking off their hats and how the Ancient Elf's speech had a bit of comic relief in the novel that wasn't in the film. Join us as we discuss Minute 29 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The Ancient Elf begins to speak of the prophecy and we take a look at the career of Burgess Meredith. Join us as we discuss Minute 28 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The elves admire Claus in his new red suit just before the arrival of the Ancient Elf and his epic beard. Join us as we discuss Minute 27 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The first flight of Claus is almost here and we get our first really good look at him in the classic red suit. Plus: We spot a hidden Groot! We hear our first "Ho, ho, ho" laugh of the movie.. and it wasn't from Claus! Is Vout a "creepy" elf or not? And more! Join us as we talk about Minute 26 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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It's finally happening! Get ready to shake hands and dance around in the circle because "Season's Greetings" is finally here! We try to figure out the meaning of this very vaguely explained elf ritual with the help of the novel. Join us as we talk about Minute 25 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The elf bands finishes their tune and all workshop activities suddenly come to an end. "Season's Greetings" is about to begin (even though nobody actually explains what is happening). Join us as we discuss Minute 24 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The elf workshop activities continue and we cover it all! This week: Reindeer pedicures! The possible hazards of applying stardust to wrapping paper! Director Jeannot Szwarc berates an elf! Join us as we discuss Minute 23 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Time passes and we see Anya adjusting to life in the Elf village (Claus is actually NOT in this minute!) and some more elf preparations for the big night. Also: Puffy still can't stand Patch! The Twins return! We say goodbye to Chef Groot! Plus, an update on the "Gooba" vs. "Goober" debate. Our Podcast Website:
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We've got a great minute this week! Join us on this journey of elf discoveries, elf music, more clock talk, the origins of Santa's suit color, and debating if an elf's name is "Gooba" or "Goober"? Join us as we talk about Minute 21 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch vaguely answers Claus' questions from last week. Donner finally settles down to eat. The next morning, the elves awaken and prepare for work. We spend way too much time trying to figure out how an Elf clock works and wonder when the elves had a chance to get in their clothes. Join us as we talk about Minute 20 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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It's a reindeer roll call and we learn some interesting facts about the team. Then Patch shows Claus some of the inventions he has been working on. Join us as we discuss Minute 19 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Patch attempts to get Donner to eat something by showing him the how tasty the reindeer food is. Claus interrupts and Patch starts to introduce the new boss to the reindeer team. Plus, our third elf pun of the movie! Join us as we discuss Minute 18 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The Toy Tunnel scene ends, but the novel reveals many answers that weren't in the film. Anya really enjoys the new bed while Claus goes exploring. Plus, we wonder which characters a set of Funko POPs would include. Join us as we discuss Minute 17 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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A short episode this week as Claus and Anya are still in awe of the Toy Tunnel. Also, Dooley lets them know who all those toys are for and drops a huge bombshell. Plus, Bin spots a goof we had never noticed before. Join us as we talk about Minute 16 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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It's the big reveal of the Elf Workshop's Toy Tunnel! But... Whatever happened to all of those toys in real life? Join us as we talk about Minute 15 of 1985's Santa Claus: The Movie.
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The Clauses' tour of the elf workshop continues and there is much to see! We meet some new friends and discuss a "lost" elf and his deleted scene. Join us as we talk about Minute 14 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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We kick off the show with two new-to-us pieces of trivia that blew our minds! Then it's an elf-filled minute as Claus enters the toy workshop for the first time! Join us as we talk about Minute 13 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Before the elves show the Clauses their new home, Patch and his pals try to decide who should take charge of the reindeer. Join us as we talk about Minute 12 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Move over, Santa. The real star of the movie is here. We take a look at the career of Dudley Moore. Join us as we talk about Minute 11 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The Clauses are surprised and confused as they are approached by a group of little men, known as the Vendequm. Join us as we talk about Minute 10 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Our heroes wake up as mysterious light appears. We discuss some interesting theories as to what it could be. Join us as we talk about Minute 9 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Join us this week for the most pointless debate in the history of podcasts. Join us as we talk about Minute 8 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Things aren't looking good for the Clauses and the two reindeer. Our friend Gabe makes his podcasting debut to help us break down this minute. Join us as we talk about Minute 7 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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The storm gets worse. Claus and Anya get lost, Jon opens a can of worms, and we try to tell the difference between real reindeer and fake reindeer. Join us as we talk about Minute 6 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Despite the warning of a severe blizzard outside, Claus is determined to continue with his toy deliveries. Join us as we talk about Minute 5 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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There is much excitement as "Uncle" Claus and his wife, Anya, finally arrive! Join us as we talk about Minute 4 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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While Granny finishes her story, we reveal the little-known names and backstories of the villagers inside the snowbound cabin! Join us as we talk about Minute 3 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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A long time ago, an unseen old woman starts to tell a "beautiful, beautiful" story to a few uninterested children and at least one sheep. Join us as we talk about Minute 2 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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As we wait for Santa's arrival, we stare into the night sky and talk about producer Alexander Salkind. Join us as we talk about Minute 1 of Santa Claus: The Movie (1985).
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Merry Christmas II! Join us as we give you an idea what to expect from our new podcast where we will soon break down Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) one minute at a time!
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