This is the most heartwarming conversation I've had on this show. Santa Claus - yes, the real one - sat down with me in the middle of his busiest season to talk about his to-do list, his marriage, and what he wishes humanity understood about the spirit of giving.

What You'll Learn:

• How Santa's to-do list is organized by monthly themes (and why Mrs. C runs the naughty/nice list)
• The logistics of delivering across time zones when every direction from the North Pole is south
• Why Santa does yoga, Zumba, and calisthenics with elves (lower back health matters at 1,755)
• The gift paradox: why the "right" present for the "right" child is more complicated than you'd think
• What really makes the nice list vs. the naughty list (hint: inaction counts too)
• Santa's stress management philosophy: Do what you can, influence what you can, put it down

This Episode Is Family-Friendly:Safe for children who want to understand the behind-the-scenes magic of what Santa does year-round, especially in December.

Santa's Advice for the Holidays:Get outside. Look at the stars. Sing songs. And remember: the best gift you can give this Christmas might just be hearing a story or telling one.

Links:

• Discover your To-Do List personality: thetodoshow.com/quiz
• More episodes: thetodoshow.com