Join the Circling the Drain crew for a festive Thanksgiving episode filled with laughs, nostalgia, and plenty of holiday spirit. From debating the best (and worst) Christmas movies and songs, to trading stories about working long shifts during the holidays, the hosts open up about meaningful traditions, family memories, and radio life’s quirks. Listen in for reflections on "It's a Wonderful Life," holiday music pet peeves, behind-the-scenes radio tales, and some lively debates about whether "Die Hard" is truly a Christmas movie. Whether you love classic holiday films or quirky Christmas songs, this episode brings warmth and wit to your holiday season.

Highlights:

- [00:00:00] Reflecting on "It's a Wonderful Life" and personal connections to the film

- [00:02:51] Holiday music gripes: Elvis, Porky Pig, and radio playlist woes

- [00:04:09] Stories from working Christmas and New Year's shifts in radio

- [00:07:26] Country radio tales and "smoking with Willie" stories

- [00:10:00] The Christmas Song Countdown: Least favorite tunes and radio parodies

- [00:14:04] Holiday movie tropes and poking fun at Hallmark plots

- [00:17:30] Christmas TV specials and Bing Crosby's surreal team-ups

- [00:24:02] "Four Christmases" and the reality of family holidays

- [00:38:13] The ongoing debate: Is "Die Hard" a Christmas movie?

- [00:43:40] Family food traditions: Ravioli and homemade noodles on Christmas Eve

- [00:47:35] Wrapping up with holiday wishes and where to find the show and merch

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Johnny B, Jay and Jim welcome radio veteran Matt Murphy for an unforgettable conversation spanning his upbringing in Georgia, the twists and turns of his eclectic radio career, and the hard-won philosophies that animate his celebrated talk shows. Matt recounts personal battles, including family struggles, memorable firings, and the deeply moving "Liberty Bell" segment that reveals radio’s power to change lives. The team explores the joys, challenges, and responsibilities of modern radio, with plenty of behind-the-scenes laughs and heartfelt moments along the way.

Timed Highlights:

- [00:00:00] Matt Murphy’s introduction and the heartwarming story of "Liberty Bell"

- [00:03:14] Growing up in Thompson, Georgia: Family challenges and radio dreams

- [00:06:10] First steps into radio: Following in his father’s unpredictable footsteps

- [00:09:03] From college theater to talk radio: Early lessons and live mishaps

- [00:14:25] Firing stories and resilience: Lessons from early radio stations

- [00:18:13] Building a career in Montgomery and Birmingham; launching Talk 99.5

- [00:25:10] "Liberty Bell" story in depth: Impact, love, and community response

- [00:31:49] The importance of making radio about the audience, not the ego

- [00:49:13] Discussing radio host safety after on-air tragedy

- [00:56:10] Changing political views: From "Joe Liberal" to Liberty-first values

- [01:04:27] The art and emotion of caller-driven radio, live moments, and staying unscripted

- [01:08:34] Best firing stories: Humor and humility behind the microphone

- [01:15:30] Wrapping up: Podcast promotion and mutual admiration

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Join us for an intimate conversation with Regie Hamm, a songwriter whose life took unexpected turns through music, adoption, and personal transformation.

Highlights include:

[0:00-0:15] Introduction and podcast setup

[0:15-0:30] Background on Regie's musical journey

[0:36-0:45] Early days in a family musical group

[0:45-1:00] Transition from family band to solo artist

[1:00-1:15] Adoption of daughter Isabella and life-changing experiences

[1:15-1:30] American Idol songwriting competition victory

[1:30-1:45] "The Time of My Life" song becoming an Olympic anthem

[1:45-2:00] Reflections on creativity, family, and personal growth

Regie shares candid stories about his musical roots, unexpected success, adopting a daughter with special needs, and how life's challenges transformed his perspective. A must-listen for music lovers and those seeking inspiration through personal storytelling.

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