The Incomparable Holiday Box
59 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsAn advent calendar in podcast form, full of assorted holiday stuff picked by the people who bring you The Incomparable.
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The Incomparable 433: You Like Garbage
November 18, 2018 03:40 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBGather ‘round the dinner table and prepare to partake in an amazing feast produced by your podcast pals. To celebrate Thanksgiving we’re drafting an entire meal, dish by dish. Kathy reveals her hands-off approach to Thanksgiving dinner. Phil has follow-up questions. Monty has a plan for immortality. Moisés implores you not to eat the Bay Leaf. And once we’re all full, Brian will bring you coffee. Pull up a chair! Host Jason Snell with Kathy Campbell, Tiffany Arment, Philip Michaels, ...
Defocused 177: Last Christmas They Shocked My Balls
December 27, 2017 18:14 - 1 hour - 39.8 MBHave you seen a woman that looks like these 30 pixels? Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Defocused 175: They Can't All Be Winners
December 16, 2017 00:20 - 1 hour - 35 MBYou couldn’t pick a worse person to be around children. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
The Incomparable 383: Upstairs Christmas Tree
December 11, 2017 01:49 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIn this special episode we discuss our personal holiday traditions, including foods, travel, gift-giving, decorations, and media. We also debate the reality of tofurkey and learn many things about legendary bearded gift-giving characters courtesy of a country that’s shaped like a chicken. Host Jason Snell with Antony Johnston, Anže Tomić, Kelly Guimont, Kathy Campbell, Erika Ensign, Monty Ashley and David J. Loehr.
Defocused 174: Eight Wrongs Make a Right
December 10, 2017 21:35 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBI don’t want to say “problematic” because I say it too much. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
The Incomparable 382: She's a Librarian
December 02, 2017 19:33 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBStand above the icy river waters and ponder what life would be without 1946’s holiday classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Would you be shocked to discover that not everyone likes it? In this episode we’ve got two fans of the film to tell us why it’s great, and a detractor who is attempting to crash this car into the town’s oldest tree. What are the pros and cons of one of the definitive Christmas movies of all time? Host Jason Snell with David J. Loehr, Dr. Drang and Brian Hamilton.
Defocused 173: Casual Murder
November 30, 2017 17:18 - 1 hour - 36.5 MBThere are easier ways to kill a dog. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Defocused 128: The Weather Outside is Frightful, but the Luggage is So Delightful
December 27, 2016 03:35 - 1 hour - 126 MBI don’t want to spoil it for you, but there’s a bad guy. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Myke at the Movies 17: "Home Alone"
December 25, 2016 08:01 - 35 minutes - 33.9 MBJason lived through the 90s and yet somehow never saw the biggest comedy of the decade, “Home Alone.” That’s getting remedied right now, as Myke turns the tables! Host Myke Hurley with Jason Snell.
Myke at the Movies 16: "Gremlins"
December 24, 2016 18:15 - 24 minutes - 24 MBMyke and Jason watch beloved(?) holiday monster classic “Gremlins.” It doesn’t go well. Host Myke Hurley with Jason Snell.
Defocused 126: Kevin McAllister's Tape-Based Interfaces
December 13, 2016 00:54 - 1 hour - 131 MBWhat is the deal with this family? Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Unjustly Maligned 68: "Micronauts" with Jason Snell
December 12, 2016 17:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBRegular Incomparable Network listeners will know of Jason Snell’s oft-thwarted desire to talk about his lifelong love of “Micronauts”; a series of comics, starring characters based on American toys, which were based on Japanese toys. At last, this is our gift to him… and to you. Happy holidays! Host Antony Johnston with Jason Snell.
Defocused 125: Worth His Weight in Goldthwait
December 05, 2016 21:15 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBIs this your first day, potato? Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Cartoon Cast 3: Marshmallow Cocoa Loaf
December 22, 2015 16:00 - 1 hour - 35.2 MBChristina and Mikah are back this week with two animated holiday specials. Christina made Mikah cry by having him watch “Marge Be Not Proud,” and Mikah taught Christina about Kwanzaa with the help of Futurama. Host Christina Warren and Mikah Sargent.
Unjustly Maligned 43: "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" with David Loehr
December 21, 2015 17:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBHo Ho Seven! For Brits, Christmas means a traditional dose of 007 on the TV. So in this festive episode, playwright David J Loehr joins Antony to talk about the most misunderstood Bond movie of all, “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”. Host Antony Johnston with David J. Loehr.
Myke at the Movies 11: "Christmas Vacation"
December 18, 2015 22:00 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBChristmas special! In an original “Myke at the Movies” episode, Myke Hurley and Tiffany Arment discuss 1989’s “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Host Myke Hurley with Tiffany Arment.
Bonus Track 275b: Bring the Cane
December 06, 2015 18:45 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MBMore terrible talk inappropriate for the holidays, plus more about “Miracle on 34th Street,” “The Lion in Winter,” and, strangely, “Becket.” Host Jason Snell with David J. Loehr, Philip Michaels, Lisa Schmeiser, Steve Lutz and Dan Moren.
The Incomparable 275: Comprehensive Tapestry Policy
December 06, 2015 18:20 - 1 hour - 39.8 MBOn this Old (Holiday) Movie Club, we review a certifiable Christmas classic, “Miracle on 34th Street.” Then we watch a very different sort of film set on Christmas, “The Lion in Winter.” Host Jason Snell with Philip Michaels, Lisa Schmeiser, Steve Lutz, David J. Loehr and Dan Moren.
The Incomparable 274: Rudolph's Hideous Mutation
November 28, 2015 01:30 - 1 hour - 28.9 MBJoin us as we revisit three childhood holiday TV classics, 1964’s “Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” 1965’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” and 1966’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” You’ll learn about Big Santa’s despotic reign over the Grotto of Malfunctioning Headlamps, groove to Schroeder’s piano jazz trio stylings, and may even discover a Hoober-Bloob or two. Host Jason Snell with Glenn Fleishman, Steve Lutz, Shannon Sudderth, Aleen Simms and David J. Loehr.
Brain Crabs in Your Stocking (TeeVee 43)
December 26, 2014 05:04 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBThis year’s Doctor Who Christmas Special reviewed.
Defocused 28: I Know Where Pomona Is
December 25, 2014 11:59 - 2 hours - 86.3 MBWelcome to the party, pal. Die Hard (1988). Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
A Visit from St. Nicholas (Christmas Eve)
December 24, 2014 18:37 - 2 minutes - 1.36 MBWe had a Pop Up Book edition of this poem, which my father dutifully read to me on Christmas Eve every year. Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night.
"Last Ounce of Courage" (The Flop House 141)
December 23, 2014 22:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBBonus box item! The boys from The Flop House Podcast tackle the war-on-Christmas movie “Last Ounce of Courage.” If you think this one is funny, please go subscribe to The Flop House, which is one of our very favorite podcasts.
Rehearsing in the Zeppelin (Incomparable Radio Theater)
December 23, 2014 15:00 - 5 minutes - 5.23 MBDid you know that we’re releasing a season of Incomparable Radio Theater in 2015? It’s true! In fact, right now we are rehearsing the script on the Incomparable Zeppelin…
Bang! Bang! Bang! (Secret Bonus Track)
December 22, 2014 15:00 - 5 minutes - 2.87 MBAt the end of a secret recording session last week, Jason asked for holiday anecdotes. And then things fell apart.
War on Christmas (Incomparable 175)
December 21, 2014 15:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBLast year’s “Doctor Who” Christmas special saw Matt Smith say goodbye to the TARDIS, but not before an adventure in the town of Christmas on the planet of Trenzalore. Cyberman-head companions! A turkey that takes 300 years to cook in the vortex! Lots of past plot boxes checked! A teary farewell and regeneration! Kidneys of a dubious color! Onward to Peter Capaldi!
The Incomparable 226: Stop Circulating the Tapes
December 21, 2014 04:22 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBIt’s the holiday season, when it’s time to consider what’s truly important. We spend time with family and friends and maybe even reserve a few moments to ponder some of life’s mysteries: Is Bea Arthur really Boba Fett? Does Han Solo have a secret Wookie bride? What is Tobor spelled backward? And does C-3PO have eyelids? Host Jason Snell with David J. Loehr, John Siracusa, Steve Lutz, Erika Ensign, Tony Sindelar, Monty Ashley and Dan Moren.
Ice Mary Poppins (Incomparable 121)
December 20, 2014 15:00 - 40 minutes - 18.9 MBOur “Doctor Who” Christmas special flashcasts continue with this one from 2012 covering “The Snowmen.” Jenna Coleman returns to the show, but is this the Clara we’ve been waiting for?
Roller Derby and Canadian Spies (Radio Theater 0.3)
December 19, 2014 15:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBFrom 2013’s Incomparable Radio holiday special: A roller-derby champion discovers what it means to be a legend; Canadian separatists threaten a ship on New Year’s Eve, and only The Fog and Margo can stop them. Brought to you by Cornet Blue Disposable Facial Tissue and Chock Full Of Coffee.
Not in the Vault (Bonus Track 172b)
December 18, 2014 15:00 - 12 minutes - 7.76 MBThe follow-on to yesterday’s episode, this Bonus Track features 12 minutes of additional holiday talk and silliness.
Holiday Vault 3 (The Incomparable 172)
December 17, 2014 16:39 - 1 hour - 36.9 MBFrom 2013: We talk about Holiday TV, good and bad, and Steve Lutz reveals a deep, dark secret about his own Holiday TV past.
Defocused 27: A Growler of Maple Syrup
December 17, 2014 15:01 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBIt’s Dan and Joe (We know them! We know them!) here to talk about the 2003 classic Christmas film, directed by John Favreau, Elf. Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Hallmark Holiday (Phil and Lisa Ruin the Movies 5)
December 16, 2014 15:00 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBNew! Phil and Lisa ruin Christmas with their critiques of holiday movies from the Hallmark channel. Lisa suggests that Hallmark should tap the polyamory market.
Phil and Lisa Ruin the Movies 5: Hallmark Holiday
December 16, 2014 14:45 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBPhil and Lisa ruin Christmas with their critiques of holiday movies from the Hallmark channel. Host Lisa Schmeiser and Philip Michaels.
Two-Fisted Tales of Tesla (Radio Theater 0.5)
December 15, 2014 15:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIn a special holiday episode from 2013, Dot and Nik run into an unexpected set of fellow time travelers. And Dot is confronted with memories of her own Christmas past. Brought to you by Lohengrin Beer.
The Screams of Trees (Incomparable 72)
December 13, 2014 15:00 - 40 minutes - 19 MBOur Doctor Who flashcast from 2011 discusses “The Doctor, The Widow, and the Wardrobe,” and why Christmas episodes make us feel warm inside.
Misfit Toys (Flop House Movie Minute 18)
December 12, 2014 15:00 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBWe never said all of these selections would be from our podcast. This one’s Dan McCoy from The Flop House, with a hot take on a Rankin-Bass special from his youth. And sure to visit The Flop House, one of our very favorite podcasts.
Defocused 26: A Shill for Big Dairy
December 11, 2014 23:31 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBA little follow up. A little more about the Sony hack. And a whole lot of Home Alone (1990). Host Joe Rosensteel and Dan Sturm.
Treasured Holiday Gifts (Incomparable 16)
December 11, 2014 15:00 - 52 minutes - 18.2 MBThis is one of my favorite episodes from 2010. It’s a look at the favorite gifts we received during childhood. Dan still misses his Transformer.
Batman Meets Santa (Bonus Track 118b)
December 10, 2014 15:00 - 23 minutes - 11.2 MBFrom 2012: This is the Bonus Track before and after our Holiday Vault 2 episode. It’s pretty much what you’d expect from us during the holidays. And Glenn praises “Bad Santa.”
Holiday Vault 2 (Incomparable 118)
December 09, 2014 15:00 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBFrom 2012: Five new gems go in our Incomparable Holiday Vault. Plus we talk about some uncovered racism in holiday classics, Andy champions the annual David Letterman Christmas episode, and Steve inducts a horror movie.
Paul Citron, Marjorie Carter (Radio Theater 0.4)
December 08, 2014 15:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBPart of our 2013 holiday radio drama: Paul Citron runs into a holy mess in postwar Vienna; Marjorie, Milo, and Rudolph venture deep into Finland’s interior to find a magic item and discover an old friend. Plus, regular holiday updates from Carl Phillips and the Gotham News Roundup. Brought to you by Kleinman’s House of Music and Bushmill-Schmichaels Distillery. We’ll be back with a full season of Incomparable Radio Theater in 2015.
Yes, They Know It's Christmas (Bonus Track 224c)
December 07, 2014 15:00 - 5 minutes - 2.45 MBA celebration of “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” with an outtake from this weekend’s The Incomparable, plus a bit about it from last year’s holiday music episode.
Bonus Track 224c: They Really Know It's Christmas
December 07, 2014 14:30 - 5 minutes - 2.45 MBA celebration of “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” with an outtake from this weekend’s The Incomparable, plus a bit about it from last year’s holiday music episode. Host Jason Snell with Joe Rosensteel, Glenn Fleishman, Erika Ensign, David J. Loehr, Lisa Schmeiser, Philip Michaels and Monty Ashley.
Christmas with the Doctor (The Incomparable 18)
December 06, 2014 15:00 - 50 minutes - 17.2 MBIt’s Saturday, which is traditionally “Doctor Who” day. So here, from 2010, is our flashcast review of Matt Smith’s first Christmas special, the excellent “A Christmas Carol” starring Michael Gambon.
The Holiday Movie Vault (The Incomparable 71)
December 05, 2014 15:00 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBFrom 2011: We induct six holiday films into the Incomparable Holiday Film Vault. It’s a great excuse to talk about favorite holiday movies of ours. And so we do!
Die Hardy Boys (Not Playing 1.2)
December 04, 2014 15:00 - 20 minutes - 9.67 MBContinuing our exploration of “Die Hard,” this is the episode of “Not Playing” where Dan got to show Lex one of his very favorite movies for the very first time. As this is a podcast about an R-rated movie, there is swearing.
We're Going to Need Some More Christmas Movies, I Guess (Incomparable 17)
December 03, 2014 15:00 - 56 minutes - 19.5 MBFrom 2010: We discuss “Die Hard,” which is totally a Christmas movie, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Yippie ki-yay, my friends. [This is a podcast about an R-rated movie, so it contains some swearing.]
Human Santapede (Bonus Track 173b)
December 02, 2014 15:52 - 20 minutes - 12.3 MBOur holiday songs episode from 2013, which was yesterday’s Holiday Box selection, was one of our more raucous recording sessions ever. There was the positive stuff, which formed the first half of that episode. Then came the negative stuff, which formed the second half. But then there was all the dark, weird stuff. Stuff so dark and weird that Jason, who was hoping it would be an episode that required no editing, ended up spending more than five hours extracting the weirdest and darkest stuff...
Santa-Based Christmas (Incomparable 173)
December 01, 2014 19:27 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBFrom 2013: We take a look at the best (and worst) of holiday music.