It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Some might go so far as to call it the hap-happiest season of all. Why? Because we’re rejoined by Alonso Duralde, one of the warmest most delightful film critics and podcasters in the world, for our annual bad holiday movie! That said, goddamn you Alonso for suggesting we watch The Christmas Martian. This… this… thing… oof. Just listen to the show.

Elliott had to dip out for an episode, so… how do you replace a troublemaking little scamp? How about: with the comforting, easy presence of Linda Holmes? We deserve a vacation too, y’know? And in this episode, we make good on a promise from Linda’s last appearance — to have her back to discuss that hearty slice of Christmas “content,” Red One. Back then, Linda sounded surprisingly fond of it. Is she still? Will the two extant Peaches agree?

Elliott quizzes Dan on the nativity story, so they can modernize it into a hit blockbuster.

You’ve heard about Santa? But have you heard about SANTA WITH MUSCLES? No? Well, that’s probably for the best, but we discuss it anyway, with the aid of our ace Christmas correspondent, Mr. Alonso Duralde, who’s become a holiday tradition around these parts.

What even is a Christmas movie anyway?

Scott Meslow, author of the soon-to-be-released (Feb 1st!) book “From Hollywood With Love: The Rise and Fall (and Rise Again) of the Romantic Comedy,” joins us to explain the surprising interconnectedness of Netflix’s holiday romcom offerings.

We talk about the inexplicably star-studded comedy, The Bigfoot Who Saved Christmas. Excuse us, “Pottersville.” Meanwhile, Stuart brags about his back strength, Dan uncovers the world of Raising Cain conventions, and Elliott goes on his longest (most infuriating?) bit ever.

Hey, remember when we all used to celebrate Christmas? Last Ounce of Courage takes us back to that magical time. Meanwhile, Stu is upset at the way Wolverine treated his Christmas gift, Dan fails to have perspective about his knee, and Elliott reveals the Jesus/Ducktales crossover.