Christmas Cousins

The Christmas Cousins are back with a very special guest: renowned film critic and author Alonso Duralde! He’s here to talk about the newly revised and updated edition of his essential holiday classic Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas.We dive into how this book can level up your holiday season (and maybe even convince Cousin Seth to finally start his Christmas movie homework). Along the way, we explore Alonso’s own origin story: how does one actually get paid to watch movies for a living? What’s it like to literally write the book on Christmas movies? And what’s next for him?And, where exactly was Cousin Seth the whole time?!?

It’s back. It’s bigger than ever. And yes, people around the world (okay, mostly our listeners) wait all year for it: the Trader Joe’s Fall Tasting Extravaganza! 🎃🍁The Christmas Cousins are grabbing life by the fall once again, joined by Cousin Lee, as they dive headfirst into aisles of pumpkin-spiced madness. Will Seth survive the onslaught of gourds, cinnamon, and questionable novelty snacks? Will Chad discover a new fall favorite? And will Lee keep the cousins from derailing into pure chaos? (Spoiler: probably not.)From beloved returning treats to brand-new fall finds, we’re tasting it all so you don’t have to waste your cart space. Some items shine, some… should never see the light of day again.But here’s the best part: you get to play along. Tell us which Trader Joe’s fall items we missed, which ones you love, and which ones are so revolting that Seth deserves his own special punishment—er, tasting episode.So pour yourself a pumpkin coffee (or three), and join us for the most eagerly awaited fall foodie event of the season.

Yes, yes—we know. The Hallmark Channel dropped their brand-new Countdown to Christmas movie list days ago, and the entire internet has already screamed, swooned, or side-eyed their way through it. But here at the Christmas Cousins, we do things differently. Translation: we’re late.But being late has its perks. Because while everyone else has had their say, only we bring you the one-of-a-kind, completely unpredictable reactions of Cousin Seth. Three seasons in, Seth is still wrapping his head around the fact that these movies exist—let alone that people (like Cousin Chad) plan their lives around them. Will he be excited? Confused? Weirdly passionate about a movie he’s never going to watch? Like his eggnog takes, there’s no telling what you’re gonna get.So buckle up for our very belated, very necessary Hallmark movie list breakdown. Everyone else reacted already… but nobody did it with Cousin Seth energy. 🎄

By popular demand, it’s finally here—the Cousin Seth Creamer Tasting Special!After the success of our second annual Fall Creamer Taste Test, fans everywhere flooded the inbox with one burning question: “But what does Cousin Seth think?” 🍁☕Well, we heard you—and now Seth is stepping up (or maybe being dragged) into the creamer ring. In this special bonus mini-episode, Seth takes on a lineup of fall-flavored creamers, from pumpkin spice to brown sugar to whatever questionable concoction marketing teams dreamed up this year.Will he sip like a seasoned pro, recoil in festive horror, or deliver one of his legendary over-the-top reactions? Honestly… probably all of the above. Either way, this one’s for the books (and the laughs).Grab your favorite mug, pour something (hopefully not rancid), and join us for Seth’s creamer confessions! 🎃

Welcome back, Cousins to the audio version of a live crossover special that aired on t Christmas Aficionado's YouTube channel!Is it even fall if the Annual Pumpkin Beer Tasting hasn’t happened yet? We think not. That’s why the world’s most anticipated autumn tradition is finally here—the Third Annual Fall Beer Tasting Spectacular! 🍂🍺Everyone marks their calendars for this one (right?), and this year Cousin Chad and Cousin Seth are back at it with a full festive crew: Joe the Christmas Aficionado, King of the Super Fans Lee, and returning favorite beer taster extraordinaire Festive Bob from the Festive Foreign Film Fans Podcast...we even have some very special surprise guests join in on the fun!Which pumpkin brew will reign supreme? Which one will fizzle faster than last year’s cinnamon candle? And honestly… who really cares, because the laughs, questionable tasting notes, and general fall chaos are what we’re all here for.So crack a cold one, grab your flannel, and join the cousins and friends for a night of hops, pumpkins, and probably saving the world while we’re at it. 🎃And, most importantly, always drink responsibly!

The Christmas Cousins are back and ready to trade in their sunscreen for sweaters—it’s officially time to plan our Fall Bucket List Challenge! 🎃🍁In this episode, Cousin Chad (your seasoned holiday guide) and Cousin Seth (our brave but still-learning Jolly Junior) lay out the fall activities they’re tackling this season but Cousin Chad has a very special task for Cousin Seth...is he up for the challenge? Will Seth survive whatever Chad throws at him? Will Chad end up in a haunted corn maze at 2 a.m.? Or does Chad end the show before Seth can challenge him? Is Seth getting a fall tattoo?!? Only one way to find out…And the best part—you can play along! Make your own fall bucket list and follow the Cousins all season long as they check off the challenges. 🍂✨

The Christmas Cousins are back for their Second Annual Fall Creamer Taste Test!  Because if there’s one thing we love more than spreading year-round holiday cheer, it’s bravely taking on the “hard work” of sipping sugary seasonal creamers for the greater good. (You’re welcome.)This year’s lineup? Brown sugar, pumpkin spice, and all the other liquid fall fantasies your local grocery store can throw at us. Cousin Lee and Cousin Wife Leslie join the fun, while Christmas Cousin Mary requested this very episode, so you can thank her for the pumpkin-spiced festivities!Which creamers will reign supreme? Which ones belong in the clearance bin? Tune in for all the laughs, verdicts, and seasonal wisdom you didn’t know you needed. Got a favorite creamer (or a fall treat) we haven’t tried yet? Slide into our DMs, email us, or just peer-pressure Cousin Seth—he’ll cave.

Welcome to Season 9, Cousins!The cousins are back, and September has officially brought us out of summer and straight into the sacred “BER” months — where pumpkin spice flows like cheap wine and Christmas lights start calling our names. 🎃🎄We’re grabbing life by the fall (literally), hashing out our cozy-season game plans, 🍁🎄 Holiday devotee Cousin Chad is once again dragging his (somewhat) reluctant protégé Cousin Seth headfirst into autumn — pumpkin spice lattes, early decorating schemes, questionable traditions and all.What’s Seth actually looking forward to this fall? What (if anything) did he learn from past seasons under Chad’s relentless holiday boot camp? And how was Seth spending Septembers before he had a Christmas cousin dictating his festive calendar?From cousin check-ins to premature Christmas countdowns, this episode is your irreverent, slightly unhinged ticket to sliding headfirst into the most wonderful time of the year — whether you’re ready or not.

It’s back, Cousins—the Third Annual Fall Drink Battle Royale! 🍂☕🎉This year, the stakes are higher than ever as Starbucks and Dunkin’ go head-to-head in a pumpkin-spiced clash of the titans. Will Starbucks’ seasonal classics reign supreme, or will Dunkin’s bold flavors finally topple the PSL empire?Cousin Seth enters the ring with a twist—bringing his own Recharge Drinks into the fray. Meanwhile, Cousin Chad, the Christmas Aficionado Joe, Cousin Lee, and Cousin Wife Leslie all sip, sample, and squabble their way through this caffeinated cage match.Will Seth survive the Starbucks juggernaut? Will Dunkin’ pull off an upset? Or will Seth’s mystery brews steal the show? 🎃✨Grab your favorite fall drink, cozy up, and join the chaos as the cousins crown a winner in this festive, frothy showdown.

Just when you thought Christmas in July couldn’t get any jollier… surprise visitors literally show up at Cousin Seth’s front door! 🎁✨In this special episode of The Christmas Cousins, we go live from the surprise celebration, where co-host Chad orchestrated a secret meetup with not one, not two, but multiple festive favorites—including fan-favorites Cousin Lee, Festive Bob and the beach-loving Christmas Aficionado, Joe! 🎅🏽🍻We break down:How the surprise was plotted like a holiday heist 🕵️‍♂️🎄What really happened when festive forces collided in personThe aftermath: What it was like meeting Seth IRL (spoiler: he does exist!), and how he compares to his on-air persona.Is he as mysterious and charming? Taller than expected? More mayonnaise-averse in 3D?It’s all here—joy, laughter, awkward hugs, and a little seasonal magic… smack dab in the middle of summer.🎉 Grab a summer shandy, throw on some jingle bells, and join us for this unforgettable real-world rendezvous with Cousin Seth and the CCP all-stars!...

The Cousins are back and the summer hiatus is officially over! In this festive free-for-all, Cousin Seth and Cousin Chad dive into Christmas in July, Chad’s trip to Bramble Fest, and the latest updates on Cousins Seth’s ever-evolving business empire… and maybe even his love life . Plus, fan favorites Cousin Lee and Joe, @ChristmasAficionado return to stir the merry pot.  CCP Season 8 has officially begun! .......#christmas #merrychristmas #christmastree #christmasdecor #xmas #christmastime #christmaspodcast #podcast #natale #christmasgifts #handmade #santa #holidays #holiday #christmasdecorations #hallmarkchannel #christmasiscoming #family #december #navidad #smallbusiness #cousins #santaclaus #instagood #gifts #noel #giftideas #christmasinjuly #christmaslights #natal

🎙️🌞 Summer break mode: ACTIVATED!The Christmas Cousins are taking a quick hiatus before diving headfirst into Christmas in July—but first, we check in to hear about Cousin Seth’s brand new business venture.Catch our summer sendoff mini-episode now! And don’t worry—we’ll be back soon with more festive fun, fall previews, and all the chaos you love.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!

Mayo? Conquered. Beer? Bring it on. Summer starts now!Join Cousin Seth (who’s bravely expanding his holiday horizons), Cousin Chad, and a smattering of Christmas Cousins All-Stars—Joe the Christmas Aficionado, Cousin Lee, and fan-favorite Festive Cousin Bob—as they toast to the season with a merry mix of summer beers that range from “refreshing” to “what even IS this?”It's a bubbly blend of beer tasting, banter, beachy vibes, and plenty of Cousin chaos. Will Seth survive his first citrus wheat? Will Bob turn a lager into a lecture on Czech cinema? Will Joe’s beer pair perfectly with his Star Wars Day leftovers? Tune in to find out!Pull up a lawn chair or hammock and enjoy our summer kickoff party that’s equal parts ridiculous and refreshing.Drink responsibly, laugh recklessly, and celebrate summer the Christmas Cousins way!

This isn’t just a taste test—it’s an epic journey of fear, fate, and fermented egg yolk.In this episode, the Christmas Cousins summon the spirit of Hercules as Cousin Seth takes on a condiment so vile (to him), so loathsome, so disturbingly creamy… it’s mayonnaise. While others slather it on with abandon, to Seth, mayo is a lifelong nemesis—the culinary embodiment of dread.But summer is here, and with it comes boldness. Joined by CCP All-Stars Joe the Christmas Aficionado and Cousin Lee, we kick off the sunny season the only way we know how: with unnecessary bravery, heartfelt digressions, and wildly off-topic commentary. This one is creamy, chaotic, and classic Christmas Cousins.Seth may hate mayo, but he loves the listeners—and once again proves why he’s the creamy (but courageous) center of the Christmas Cousins universe.Watch Seth face his fear on YouTube. Witness bravery. Laugh, cry, retch—maybe all at once.Like what you heard (or cringed through)? Subscribe, rate, and review the Christmas Cousins wherever you get your podcasts—and don’t forget to also WATCH the full mayo mayhem on YouTube. Trust us, this one’s worth seeing......#ChristmasCousinsPodcast #ChristmasPodcast #MayoChallenge #CousinSethEatsMayo #HallmarkChristmas #HallmarkChannel #SummerKickoff #PodcastComedy

The sun is shining, the nog is beyond expired (time for a tasting?), and the Cousins are back with a May Check-In that will leave you questioning everything—especially Cousin Seth’s shipping methods.Cousin Chad and Cousin Seth gather the All-Stars:Joe the Christmas Aficionado and the King of All Superfans, Cousin Lee, for a springtime summit you won’t forget.In this jam-packed catch-up:Seth continues his holiday learning journey with all the grace of a confused elf on roller skates.We get updates on his summer plans and that business he’s always kind of referencing.Joe regales us with tales of his Star Wars Day extravaganza prep, including extravagant expenditures and road trip rumors!(Will he finally visit Cousin Chad?! We have questions.)Lee theorizes why Seth hasn’t sent him the promised Cousins t-shirt.Is it a shipping delay… or something deeper?(Spoiler: It’s all in good fun. Probably.)Throw in geographic fashion, random digressions, and Cousin-level holiday chaos, and you’ve got another classic Christmas Cousins episode—where the topic is just the launching point for a whole lotta fun.Don’t miss a minute of the Cousin chaos!Follow us on Instagram @ChristmasCousinsPodEmail us: ChristmasCousins@gmail.com with your thoughts, fan theories, and tracking numbersLeave a review & rating on Apple or Spotify—it keeps us on the nice listSubscribe so you don’t miss the next round of All-Star holiday shenanigans#ChristmasCousins #ChristmasCousinsPodcast #MayCheckIn #Hallmarkies #HallmarkChristmasMovies #HallmarkChannelPodcast #ChristmasPodcast #StarWarsDay #ChristmasYearRound #CousinCatchUp #TinselTalk #CousinSethLearnsChristmas #JoeTheChristmasAficionado #CousinLeeSuperfan #CousinSeth #FestiveAndFunny #HolidayCheer365

It’s time for another classic Christmas Cousins adventure, where we start with a plan… and happily spiral into glorious digressions...This time, Cousin Chad, Cousin Seth, and returning all-star Joe the Christmas Aficionado into the brand-new 2025 Hallmark Dream Book, picking their favorite ornaments, calling out the weird ones (pole dancing Reindeer, anyone?), and debating which ones Seth might actually add to his future Christmas tree (fingers crossed, Jolly Junior).BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE:We also somehow cover Seth’s thrilling acquisition of four new tires (#LifestylesOfTheRichAndFamous), Joe’s outrageously fancy shirt that made it look like he just wrapped up a photoshoot at the French Riviera with his long-haired dachshund, Winfred (future dog racing legend), and Seth’s ongoing pattern of wearing shirts that reveal his geographic coordinates.This episode is everything you expect from the Cousins: a real topic (Hallmark’s Dream Book) buried under layers of hilarious tangents, sartorial critiques, and holiday-fueled nonsense.Watch on YouTube to fully appreciate Joe’s shirt flex—and tune in for all the laughs, love, and ludicrousness that make the Christmas Cousins magic happen.Love the show? Want more yacht shirts, tire updates, and ornament debates?Follow us @ChristmasCousinsPod on Instagram and Facebook​Send us your Dream Book picks and critiques at ChristmasCousins@gmail.com​Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—Santa’s watching!​Subscribe so you never miss another journey into Cousin Chaos (and Christmas spirit)!..#HallmarkDreamBook #HallmarkOrnaments #DreamBook2025 #ChristmasCousinsPodcast #ChristmasCousins #ChristmasInApril #HallmarkKeepsakeOrnaments #HallmarkMagic #OrnamentCollectors #DeckTheHalls #ChristmasAllYear #JollyJunior #OrnamentAddict #ChristmasPodcast #HallmarkPodcast #Hallmarkies #ChristmasTreeGoals #HolidayDecorations #ChristmasSpiritYearRound #DreamBookDrop #HallmarkChannel #HallmarkChristmasMovies #OrnamentObsession #FestiveFavorites #CousinSethLearnsChristmas #ChristmasCountdown #KeepsakeCollector #ChristmasDecorating #HallmarkTraditions #HolidayDreaming

The Christmas Cousins are back—and this time, we’re taking a magical sleigh ride straight back to 2012! Joining us is the always insightful Kacy from Heart of Hallmark Reviews, who’s bringing one of her all-time favorite Hallmark holiday movies to the table.What’s on the watchlist? Let’s just say it involves Joey Lawrence, Christmas, Hanukkah, and an entire sleigh-full of “whoa!”It may be springtime, but we’re diving into the mistletoe and menorahs with Cousin Seth watching for the first time, and Kacy guiding us through the cozy chaos with all the nostalgic feels.What’s it like to revisit a festive classic when the daffodils are blooming? Can a Hallmark holiday movie still deliver when you’re sipping iced coffee instead of cocoa? Find out in this fun, funny, and wonderfully weird seasonal detour episode!Love the episode? Don’t forget to:Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @ChristmasCousinsPodEmail us anytime at ChristmasCousins@gmail.comAnd of course, leave us a rating and review—it's like a Christmas cookie for the podcast elves!#HallmarkChristmasMovies #ChristmasInSpring #HeartOfHallmarkReviews #ChristmasCousinsPodcast #JoeyLawrence #WhoaMoment #HallmarkMovieNight #HallmarkHolidays #HanukkahMovies #ChristmasMovieReview #Hallmarkies #HolidayMovieClub #SpringtimeSanta #HallmarkThrowback #HallmarkRewind #CousinSethWatches #ChristmasAllYear #HallmarkMovieFans #MerryAndBrightInSpring #DeckTheHallmark #ChristmasInApril #MovieRewatch #TinselInTulips #HallmarkHumor #HolidayNostalgia #HallmarkVibes #ChristmasCousinsCommunity #CousinChadAndSeth #FestiveFlashback

He despises Hallmark Christmas movies, he’s honest, and he’s the co-host of the Hallmark holiday juggernaut—Dan from "Deck the Hallmark", "Breakfast in Hell" and more joins the Christmas Cousins for a no-holds-barred conversation where the Cousins go beyond the pod to learn just exactly who is the man behind the mic.While his co-host, Bran, swoons over small-town charm and the saccharine sweet romance, Dan keeps it real—and this time, he’s sitting down with Cousin Chad and Cousin Seth to talk about what it’s really like being the most brutally candid voice in Christmas podcasting.In this refreshingly insightful episode, Dan and the Cousins delve deeply into everything from Calvinism to Constantine to Cousin Seth (now that's some good range).If you love your Christmas cheer with a splash of philosophy, history and a whole lot of wit, this is the episode for you.Follow us on IG and FB @ChristmasCousinsPod and send your thoughts, praise, or well-crafted rebuttals to ChristmasCousins@gmail.com.Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe—it’s like leaving cookies out for Santa, but for podcasters........#ChristmasCousinsPodcast #DeckTheHallmark #DanFromDeckTheHallmark #Hallmarkies #ChristmasPodcast #HallmarkChristmasMovies #HallmarkMovieReview #HallmarkMovieCritic #HolidayPodcast #ChristmasWithAnEdge #CousinChad #CousinSeth #PodcastInterview #GrumpyChristmas #HonestHolidayTakes #DeckTheDisdain #BahHumbugEnergy #ChristmasYearRound #CountdownToChristmas #HallmarkMovieLove #ChristmasMovieFans #RealTalkChristmas #HolidaySnark #TinselAndTruth #ChristmasMovieChat #FestiveAndFunny #ChristmasAllYear #HallmarkUnwrapped #DanUnfiltered #CurmudgeonChristmas #NotSoSilentNight

Spring has sprung—and you know what that means: seasonal snacks, questionable decisions, and the triumphant return of the legendary Trader Joe’s Taste Test episode!Join Cousin Chad, Cousin Seth, Joe, the Christmas Aficionado, and Cousin Lee, the King of All Superfans, as they dive fork-first into the latest and most bizarre Trader Joe’s spring offerings. From floral-forward fizzies to snacks that may or may not taste like Easter grass, no bite goes untasted (or unjudged).Cousin Chad even gets brave and brings a homemade mystery item—baked with love and absolutely zero baking experience. Will it be a delightful spring surprise or a kitchen catastrophe?Meanwhile, Cousin Seth might (once again) mistake pumpkin spice for a spring flavor (it’s a cry for help), Joe barely survives the infamous Trader Joe’s parking lot, and Lee comes ready with taste buds—and opinions—on full alert.Should you buy it? Skip it? Gift it to an enemy? We’ve got the answers—and the indigestion—to help guide you.Follow us on IG and Facebook at @ChristmasCousinsPod, and drop us a note or your favorite Trader Joe’s finds at ChristmasCousins@gmail.com.And if you want to gift us something sweet this season, a rating and review is always appreciated!#TraderJoesFinds #TraderJoesHaul #TraderJoesLove #TraderJoesObsessed #TraderJoesTasting #TraderJoesSpring #TraderJoesSnacks #TraderJoesAddict #TraderJoesShopping #SpringSnacks #SpringVibes #SpringEats #FoodiePodcast #PodcastLife #ChristmasCousinsPod #ChristmasCousins #YearRoundChristmas #ChristmasPodcast #TraderJoesReview #GroceryHaul #TasteTestTuesday #TastingEpisode #FunWithFood #SeasonalSnacks #MysterySnackChallenge #SuperfanApproved #FoodReviewPodcast #HolidayVibesAllYear #TraderJoesSeasonal #SnackSquad

Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the sleigh…The Christmas Cousins are known for asking the questions, running the sleigh, and guiding guests through merry terrain. But not this time. No, cousins—the tables have officially turned.In this hotly anticipated Part 2 interview extravaganza, the brilliant and beloved Cousin Chris from the wildly popular site ChristmasEveryMinute.com returns—not as a guest, but as an interviewer. That’s right. He’s steering the sleigh and putting Cousins Chad and Seth in the hot seat.Expect probing questions, hilarious detours, surprising revelations, and perhaps even a festive scandal or two. What’s it really like behind the scenes of the Christmas Cousins podcast? Who is the real Grinch of the duo? And can Cousin Seth explain how he still doesn’t have a Christmas tree or an advent calendar?This is the follow-up no one knew we needed—but now can’t live without.An instant classic? You bet your mistletoe it is.Don’t miss this celebration of curiosity, chaos, and Cousin chemistry.Find more Christmas magic and reach out at:Instagram & Facebook: @ChristmasCousinsPodEmail: ChristmasCousins@gmail.comAnd don’t forget to rate & review us wherever you sleigh your podcasts—it’s the best gift you can give!........#ChristmasCousins #ChristmasPodcast #ChristmasEveryMinute #CousinChris #HallmarkChristmasMovies #Hallmarkies #HallmarkChannelFans #CountdownToChristmas #ChristmasAllYear #ChristmasMoviePodcast #CozyChristmasPodcast #HallmarkChannelChristmas #FestivePodcasts #ChristmasCheerPodcast #PodcastForChristmasLovers #TopHallmarkMovies #HolidayMoviePodcast #HallmarkSeasonalMagic #UnderratedHallmarkMovies #DeckThePodcasts #ChristmasPopCulture #YearRoundChristmas #TinselTalk #ChristmasVibes #BehindTheSleighBells #SleighAllDay #MerryMadness #HolidayInterviewSpecial #ChristmasFanFaves #SeasonalSecrets