57 Best Christmas Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

Behind every Christmas tradition is a story, often a forgotten one. Every year as we put up a tree and pour the eggnog, we're continuing generations-old narratives, while being mostly unaware of their starting chapters. Join Brian Earl to explore the fascinating stories behind the most wonderful time of the year. It's equal parts nerdy deep dive and warmhearted celebration. Think: NPR meets Clement Clarke Moore! Christmas Past is one of the longest running Christmas podcasts, now in its tenth season. Vanity Fair says: 'With excellent production, engaging narration, and short, digestible running times, Christmas Past is perfect to put on while decorating your tree or preparing Christmas dinner.' Brian is the author of two books about Christmas: Of Christmases Long, Long Ago: Surprising Traditions from Christmas Past (2025) and Christmas Past: The Fascinating Stories Behind Our Favorite Holiday's Traditions (2022). Both are available in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook (narrated by the author). Find them wherever books are sold. more

Christmas Morning is a morning show...ALL ABOUT CHRISTMAS! Released Wednesday January - October / Daily November & DecemberHosted by Bran (Deck the Hallmark Podcast) & Scott (Tinsel Tunes Podcast) more

Hosted by actor Eric Petersen (Kevin Can F Himself) and TV producer Danny Jordan (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition), Christmas Countdown is the #1 ranked Christmas podcast in the world. In every episode Eric and Danny tap into the magic and nostalgia of the holiday season by sharing personal stories, playing jolly games and chatting about the latest Christmas news. Then, the festive fellas count down holiday-themed lists, ranging from top 10 Christmas movies and top 10 tips and tricks to top 10 holiday traditions and top 10 Christmas songs. Follow us @christmascountdownshow more

You did it! You found your new favorite podcast! Congrats! Join Bran, Dan, and friends as they attempt to watch and review made-for-tv movies. Just a bunch of friends…watching made-for-tv movies. What could go wrong? Listen ad-free at bramblejamplus.com Follow us - Instagram: @hallmarkpodcast Twitter: @hallmarkpodcast Facebook: Deck The Hallmark Podcast *Deck the Hallmark is NOT affiliated with Hallmark Media* more

Laughing All The Way

🎄A beautiful seasonal Substack publication by Beth Kempton (bestselling self-help author and host of the UK's #1 favourite Christmas podcast)🌟 intended to be a lantern leading you through the darkness of winter ❤️ (Nov-early Jan only) calmchristmas.substack.com more

Journalists Jeb Lund and David J. Roth step away from real world anxieties and step into the gentle, cornball, consequence-free world of the Hallmark Channel. Each time, we discuss a different Hallmark original movie—from Christmas cheer, to wedding jitters, to junk-store detectives—and break it down into recognizable components of angels, moms, moppets, sugary foods and themed sweaters, and try to make sense of when the stories veer away from comfort films and land in the uncanny valley. Welcome to a sweet, stilted vision of the world—not an escape from modern life, but a relaxing trip to an alternate universe where everyone is silly, chaste, nice, and mostly doing fine. more

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with this bingeable Christmas podcast from Focus on the Family. Find your holly-jolly cheer through heartwarming tales, fun banter, and ideas for holiday activities the whole family can enjoy! Each episode helps your family go deeper into the true meaning of the season with Focus on the Family host John Fuller, and friends. more

Tis the Podcast is determined to keep the Christmas Spirit alive 365 days a year! Join Anthony, Julia, and Thom as they embark on a magical journey debating and discussing different Christmas movies, specials, and television episodes each week. Please visit www.tisthepodcast.com for the running ranking of all the movies they review, in addition to episode show notes and contact information. more

Tinsel Tunes Podcast 2026 Fan-Driven Edition Now in its eighth year, The Tinsel Tunes Podcast is handing the reins to the listeners for 2026. Join hosts Scott and Duane as they explore Christmas music chosen by the fans—one month at a time. Each episode dives deep into the songs, themes, and ideas suggested by the Tinsel Tunes community. From timeless classics and modern favorites to forgotten gems and divisive tracks, no Christmas song is off-limits. The hosts bring the research, history, and musical insight, while listeners help shape the playlist and the conversation. Come join us! more

A short audio show celebrating the happiest time of year all year long

Welcome back, fellow Holiday fanatics, escapists, and nostalgics! It's Season 4 of the newly rebranded The Holiday Specials We Love Podcast! Join us on a walk down memory lane as the HSWL hosts break down all your favorite specials, shows, and movies, covering all aspects of Holidays past and present. Our two-part mission is one: to keep the spirit alive by preserving and promoting these great works. Part two of our mission is to lengthen the spirit of joy and giving that we have all come to know this time of year. At HSWL, we do tons of work and research to prep for our shows, too. You can help support us and our mission by subscribing and giving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. Comments? Suggestions? Text us at 351-251-2511 Tawk Shawtly! more

If you have tinsel on the brain and mulled wine in your blood, this is the podcast for you. We're living in a golden age of delightfully cheesy Christmas movies, and on Bah Humbug we examine the biggest new offerings this season, as well as looking back at classic seasonal favourites. Think Kurt Russell in The Christmas Chronicles 2, Dolly Parton in Christmas On The Square and Kristen Stewart in Happiest Season. Hosted by Helen O'Hara (the Empire podcast, His Darker Materials) and a rotating cast of film experts and guests, this will take a (mostly) affectionate look at the snowiest, coziest, Scroogiest, and Santa-iest films of all. more

A Christmas podcast that celebrates the coziest time of year.

Since Victorian times, Christmas has traditionally been the time of year to gather around a log fire, turn the lights down low and indulge in a Ghost Story. Every year - journalist and broadcaster Jon Briggs (also known as the original voice of Siri on your iPhone in the UK) has recorded a haunted tale - thrilling enough to freeze your mulled wine and send shivers down the back of Santa's neck. These tales of the supernatural are collated here for your delectation and delight from 2015 onwards. You will remember to come back next Christmas...won't you? more

All things holly, jolly, and odd-ly.

If you love Christmas and Celtic music, you should be subscribed to this podcast. It is absolutely free to subscribe. It features over 30 hours of great Celtic Christmas music from all the top Celtic podcasts online.Every few days from the beginning of December until Christmas, the Celtic Christmas Podcast shares with you the Christmas music and entertainment from various Celtic podcasts online. This podcast features a wealth of Celtic Christmas craic for your holiday pleasure. more

A dive into the characters, stories, traditions, food, and everything else surrounding the Christmas season all over the world. Each episode ends with a passage from The Lost Years of Santa Claus book, recounting stories that fill gaps in the Santa Claus mythos and answer questions about the man himself and his real story. more

It's a show about the raddest time of year in the baddest decade ever! That's right! We talk all things Christmas in the '80s to the max! Toys, movies, specials, music, books, games, comics, decorations, food, fashion, and fads--if it was gnarly during Christmas in the '80s, we got it covered! more

Have you ever wondered about where our favourite holiday foods come from? What really is a figgy pudding, or how does a Roman Pope stop the world from enjoying German stollen? Join host and certified baker, Glen Warren, as he dives into the history of the foods which shape our holidays in Season's Eatings: The History of Your Favourite Christmas Foods. more

A salute to all TV holiday specials, but mostly the Christmas ones. Revisit 12 holiday classics and not-so-classics each December and July. more

A podcast that talks about everything Christmas... that's pretty much it.

Christmas Stories is your ultimate auditory escape into the magical world of yuletide tales, offering a rich collection of hundreds of captivating stories that celebrate the spirit of the season. This podcast is a treasure trove for anyone who cherishes the warmth and wonder of Christmas, presenting a diverse range of narratives that span classic tales, heartwarming family stories, and enchanting folklore from around the globe. Each episode of Christmas Stories invites listeners to gather around the proverbial hearth and immerse themselves in the timeless tradition of storytelling, fostering a sense of community and connection during the festive season. As you listen, you'll be transported to snowy wonderlands, bustling holiday markets, and cozy living rooms aglow with the soft light of a Christmas tree, each story woven with the threads of joy, generosity, and the magic of giving. Whether you're looking for a nostalgic trip down memory lane with beloved classics or seeking new stories to inspire your holiday spirit, Christmas Stories offers something for everyone. This podcast not only entertains but also serves as a reminder of the values and traditions that make this time of year so special, encouraging listeners to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. With expertly narrated tales that captivate audiences of all ages, Christmas Stories is more than just a seasonal listen—it's a cherished tradition in the making. Tune in to experience the joy, wonder, and timeless charm that only Christmas stories can bring. Check out more shows at solgoodmedia.com. This show includes AI-generated content. more

Christmas Podding is the ultimate Podcast guide to all things Christmas. A feel good Podcast for Christmas tragics. Hosted by Australian Radio Hosts Liam Renton and Vanessa Gibson. These 'Festive Besties' have been friends for nearly 2 decade who instantly bonded over their love of the iconic Christmas Movie LOVE ACTUALLY, and have been talking about Christmas non stop ever since. Christmas Podding is devoted to all things fun and festive. Covering Christmas food, movies, dilemmas, music, events, lights, traditions, books and decorations. With tips and tricks, hints, hacks and laughs for the best Christmas ever. Christmas lives here. more

OTR Radio Christmas Shows Comedy - Drama - Variety.

The North Pole News Dispatch is a remote Christmas and Holiday news station located on a hilltop looking down on the magical North Pole Village. Ken Smith reports the going ons in the North Pole Village as well as the Christmas and Festive Holiday News as it comes across the holiday news wire. more

Christmas Creeps is your one stop shop for holiday madness all year round. Join hosts Joseph Wade, Johnny-5 and Mr. Bradford twice a month as they destroy holiday movies and TV shows in search of the true meaning of Christmas. more

You don't have to love Christmas to love this podcast. Film critic Collin Souter and renowned sheep expert Kerry Finegan delve into every type of Christmas movie they can find. Classics, non-classics, horror, Hallmark, obscurities, foreign, shorts, TV specials, unnecessary sequels and remakes. Even films that you might not think of as traditional Christmas movies. The great, the awful and the unusual, all year round. more

Dylan Lyles and Matt Kelly are long time friends and big time Christmas Nerds. Despite knowing each other from the Horror world the two ADORE everything Christmas. Join them and a revolving door of guests as they go in depth with your favorite Christmas Specials, movies, songs, albums and just overall seasonal vibes. more

Bob and Mark are regular American guys exploring different countries and cultures through the holiday experience of Christmas.  They enjoy festive movies, music, food, and customs.  Each episode features the two visiting a new international location.  It's like a global Christmas party! more

A fun and helpful podcast to get you ready for the best holiday season ever!

Your hosts Ian & RJ review and rank every Christmas, Hanukkah, winter, holiday, et cetera song.All of 'em. Even the bad ones. Especially the bad ones. more

Join L.A. transplants Aaron Lee, Danielle and Samantha as they share their honest (both sarcastic and appreciative) reviews of the latest Christmas movie offerings from Hallmark, Lifetime, Netflix, and more. Warning, massive spoilers ahead: discussing major plotlines and loveable details are the whole reason we're doing this! @podcastinapeartreeYT: @podcastinapeartree more

Think of this podcast as an advent calendar style show where each episode is a small audio delight to listen to as we get Closer to Christmas. more

Mike and Rusty discuss Christmas stuff, mainly music, TV specials, and movies. Snow in Southtown Christmas Podcast is made with Jetpack Podcast. Full show notes and every episode at https://snowinsouthtown.wordpress.com/ more

'The Twelve Songs of Christmas' tries to sort out the place of Christmas music in our culture by talking to the people who make it. more

Ken Kessler from the online Christmas music station The Sounds of Christmas talks about the station, Christmas (and holiday and seasonally-themed) music and related topics. more

Holidays After Dark is a year round podcast which explores the strange, unusual, and dark sides of the holidays while also paying tribute to the lighthearted festivities we all know and love! more

Each week podcaster, life long Christmas nerd and professional Santa Matt sits down with one of his fellow Santa performers or Christmas lovers and talks about all things Christmas including the art of representing Santa, movies, music, decorations and more. more

Just two guys talking about Hallmark Christmas movies. That's it—nothing else. No other channels, no series, no reality TV, and no detours into Loveuary, Spring Into Love, Summer Nights, or Fall Harvest. If it's not a Hallmark Christmas movie, we're not covering it. Each week on The Forever Hallmark Christmas Podcast, we review a favorite from past years and keep up with the current films from Hallmark's Countdown to Christmas every October through December.Christmas... all year long! *** The Forever Hallmark Christmas Podcast is not affiliated with Hallmark Media. more

A festive podcast that covers all things Christmas from a British perspective!

ChristmasPodcasts.com showcases and reviews Christmas podcasts.

Industry pros offer advice on writing, producing, and selling Christmas TV-movies.

Get ready for laughter and year-round seasonal cheer as Kristin and Maggie review your favorite holiday movies. more

A podcast that reviews and rates 'bad' Christmas movies from Netflix, Prime Video, Hallmark, Lifetime, and more. The badder, the better.  more

We rewrite the Countdown to Christmas Hallmark movies for today's modern woman. Because, love them or hate them, we can all agree that the storylines defy probability the way the gingerbread houses defy physics. Enjoy weekly reviews of what they got right and what they got wrong, and see how Mary and Sarah change the plot entirely in the name of real life 2019 and beyond. Or, you know. Just fun.NOT affiliated with Hallmark Media. more

A Very New York Christmas takes you on a magical journey through the holidays in the city that never sleeps. From the twinkling lights of Rockefeller Center to the timeless stories of New Yorkers who make the season unforgettable, this podcast captures the charm, chaos, and wonder of Christmas in New York—while exploring how the city's traditions have shaped the way the holidays are celebrated across the country. more

From Gallatin, TN, welcome to Christmas Every Day! We keep the spirit of Christmas alive all year, and we'd love for you to join us. We release a new episode (almost) every Friday, so come check out the different Christmas carols and topics that we spotlight each week, as well as the countdown to Christmas. 🎅Starting in September, we bring out The Naughty List each Monday as a separate episode, where we shine the negative light on two Christmas characters, songs, foods, and more each week until November, when we bring out the Nice List for the rest of the year. 🎄We also do reaction videos to Christmas music that we aren't yet familiar with on the Christmas Every Day YouTube page, so if you have any recommendations for Christmas music that's come out in the last 30 or so years (there's a decent chance that I haven't heard it!), please send those recommendations to us at ****@gmail.com Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🎄🎅 more

Welcome to the Rose Suchak Ladder Podcast! A podcast that discusses a myriad of different Christmas topics. I invite personal friends, friends from the Christmas Podcast network and friends across the world to share their love of everything Christmas!  more

Do you love TV Christmas movies? Then you're going to LOVE this show. We are working to help you navigate the sea of TV Christmas Movie Fun -- All Year Long.   We recap  and review movies from the Hallmarks, Lifetime, UpTV, Own, Netflix, ION, ABC, TVOne, BET, and others.   If you're as Christmas movie crazy as Karla is and love talking movies, then listen in and subscribe.  ♥♥ New shows every Monday through the season... more

🎄 The Christmas Cousins! Meet Chad, the Holiday devotee, and Seth, the Festive Freshman, as they embark on a joyous journey through the seasons as Chad guides Seth through the whimsical wonders of each holiday. Join their hilarious escapades, from PSLs to holiday movie magic and beyond all year long!So, grab your cocoa, snuggle up, and let's sleigh this festive fiesta together! Ho-ho-hosted by Cousins Seth and Chad and fueled by holiday cheer, it's the podcast that turns every day into a celebration!🎄✉️Email: ****@gmail.com📱Instagram and Facebook: @ChristmasCousinsPod more

Friends Kira and Amelia journey through the best and the worst of cheesy tv Christmas movies journeytochristmasland.substack.com more

The podcast dedicated to digging deep and bringing you the merriest of music all year long.

Welcome to The Sugarplum Sessions, the ultimate Christmas podcast where holiday cheer meets heartfelt camaraderie! Join your hosts, Sawyer and Justin—two buddies with a passion for all things festive—as they celebrate the magic of the season. From beloved holiday traditions and iconic Christmas movies to delicious recipes and whimsical gift ideas, each episode is packed with laughter, nostalgia, and a sprinkle of holiday spirit. Whether you're decorating your tree, wrapping presents, or cozying up with a cup of cocoa, The Sugarplum Sessions is your go-to source for spreading joy and creating unforgettable holiday memories. Tune in and let the festivities begin! more

Magical Christmas Markets of Europe PodcastStep into the twinkling lights & festive charm of Europe's most enchanting Christmas markets. Inspired by our vibrant Facebook community of over 600,000 holiday lovers, this podcast brings the magic of the season to your ears all year long.Join Sally as she shares insider travel tips, heartwarming stories, cultural traditions, and behind-the-scenes looks at the markets that make Europe sparkle. From the fairytale streets of Strasbourg to Vienna's glittering squareseach episode is your ticket to experiencing the wonder of Christmas markets. more

Who says you should only have a few weeks in December to celebrate Christmas? Join Josh, Grayson, and Tatum as they break through the cultural boundaries of of when it's acceptable to talk about and explore everyone's favorite holiday. Whether you came for the nostalgia or the laughs, we're glad you've joined us for what's sure to become your favorite year-round podcast, Yuletide Records. more

Have you ever wondered what Christmas was like, not just in your neck of the woods, but in Western Europe, the Nordic countries, Africa, the Middle East, even India? Introducing Christmas Around the World, a new podcast coming this holiday season. With Christmas Around the World, I take a look at not just how Christmas is celebrated everywhere, but other holidays like Kwanza, Hannukah, Navaratri, Diwali and many more.Did you know that the movie Krampus from 2015 was based on a real Austro-Bavarian devil monster character from the 1500s? He came to collect all the naughty children to take back to his mountain lair to kill and eat. A kind of anti-Santa Claus that the modern day character of the Grinch was based off of? Or that during Diwali, the Hindu harvest festival of lights that is celebrated around the globe, more than $300 million dollars per year is spent on fireworks alone? Imagine celebrating Christmas on the sand with a barbeque and a picnic playing beach volleyball like they do in South Africa. Did you know while most Biblical scholars agree that at least one of the Three Wise Men came from the Middle East to worship Jesus, that one or more of them could have been from China or India ? There also is no consensus that they were three in number, some debate there could have been 2, 4, 8 or even 12 Kings who made the journey.And Did you know that instead of a jolly, Santa Claus type being the figure representative of the season, both Italy and Iceland revere a good and an evil witch, respectively ?Learn about all of this and so much more like decor, food, religions and the holiday traditions that make the world go round during the very best time of the year. I will also be featuring interviews with special guests from around the globe who can tell us, in their own words, what special Christmas, religious, solstice and harvest festival holidays are like for them. Christmas Around the World premieres Tuesday, November 4th with a new episode every Tuesday. Available wherever you get your podcasts. And for more holiday mystery fun don't forget to check out all three seasons of The Evergreen Murders with The Evergreen Murders: A Mackenzie Monroe Christmas Mystery, Murder at Mistletoe Manor and Return to Evergreen. Trilogy available wherever you get your podcasts. more