Christmas Cousins

Merry Christmas, Christmas Cousins!!! We wanted to be able to share Christmas eve with the best group of cousins in the world and thought the best way was to uphold the tradition of reading "Twas The Night Before Christmas"...yes, many shows and podcasts uphold this tradition in one way or another...but only the CCP has Cousin Seth here to read it to us...and what a beautiful read it is! (Special...

The wait is over—Cousin Seth is once again braving the dairy-filled depths of eggnog! For those who witnessed the hilarity (and retching) of his first nog attempt, you know this is the ultimate holiday showdown. This time, fan-favorite Joe the Christmas Aficionado joins the fray as a relative eggnog newbie. Will Seth conquer the creamy challenge, or will the nog claim victory once more? Expect lau...

BONUS: A surprise visit from Cousin Seth's very own Mrs. X live on air!!! Plus, Joe the Christmas Aficionado is back to give the Cousins a full, unfiltered recap of his adventures at Christmas Con 2024 ! Who did he meet? What autographs did he snag? Most importantly, did he conquer the legendary giant pancakes at Harold’s? This episode dives into the burning questions you didn’t know you needed an...

The Christmas Cousins, Chad and Seth, and King of All Superfans, Christmas Cousin Lee, gather for a festive check-in to reveal their holiday plans. Will Seth be celebrating from the deck of his yacht, lounging at one of his luxurious villas, or surprising us with something even more extravagant? Meanwhile, Chad shares his cozy Christmas vibes. They also look back on the season to pick their Top 3...

The Christmas Cousins are back for one of the most anticipated episodes of the season—Trader Joe’s Holiday Finds! Joined by Christmas Cousin Lee, the King of all superfans, they taste, rate, and review an array of magical desserts and holiday treats. Which items are must-haves? Which ones might be left on the shelf? It’s a merry, sugary adventure you won’t want to miss! . . . . . . . . . . #advent...

In his ongoing journey of festive discovery, Cousin Seth has taken another holiday leap—his very first advent calendar! What did he choose? What surprises await behind those tiny doors? And will he dive into it live on the air? Join the Cousins for this delightfully festive and curiosity-filled episode. . . . . . . . . #adventcalendar #christmas #advent #december #christmascountdown #xmas #christm...

A Bahamian Christmas and a cozy family cabin? What an episode! In the latest installment of the beloved CCP series, “My Favorite Christmas Ever” series, Cousin Chad is joined by none other than Brian Earl , host of the amazing Christmas Past podcast. Brian takes a stroll down memory lane, sharing the magical details of his most cherished Christmas. From favorite traditions to the moments that defi...

It’s the second-to-last weekend of new Hallmark Christmas movies, and the Cousins are diving into the final four! From small-town romance to snow-filled shenanigans, they’ll discuss which movie to review next. But will Cousin Seth actually watch this one? Tune in as the Cousins share their picks, predictions, and banter about the latest holiday movie magic.

Gifts galore! Returning fan favorite, Christmas Cousin Chris, from ChristmasEveryMinute.com joins the Cousins to talk all things gifting. From nostalgic toys of Christmas past to modern gift ideas for the hard-to-shop-for, it’s a warm and hilarious trip down memory lane. Plus, get insider tips on making your gifting extra special this year! Audience Question: What’s the best gift you’ve ever recei...

The question on everyone's minds this holiday season-will he or won't he? Last year, our Festive Freshman, Cousin Seth, got his first ever Christmas Tree...but this year, as our Seasonal Sophomore, well, with Cousin Seth you just never know... Will he get a tree? If so, live or fake? Will he propose to Mrs. X at a Christmas Tree Farm?!? So many questions and just not enough time before Christmas.!...

This week, the Christmas Cousins welcome Kira Dineen , award-winning host of the DNA Today podcast and a renowned geneticist, to unwrap a fascinating holiday mystery: could there be a genetic reason some people are extra into the holiday spirit? Kira also shares her family’s cherished Polish Christmas traditions. Whether you’re a holiday superfan or just curious about what’s in your DNA, this epis...

The Christmas Cousins are back, bellies full and stories ready! Join Cousins Chad and Seth as they recap their Thanksgiving celebrations—were there any hilarious mishaps, standout moments, or memorable dishes? Now that the turkey leftovers are gone, are the Cousins in full festive mode, or is someone still holding onto that pumpkin spice vibe? Tune in to hear how the Cousins officially shift gears...

Well, our little Seasonal Sophomore, Cousin Seth, continues on his journey of holiday growth, exploration and drinking in public out of a beer stein with his first ever trip to a Christmas Market! We cover all of the festive, cozy details in our latest episode! . . . . . . #hallmarkchristmasmovies #christmas #hallmark #hallmarkchannel #hallmarkmovies #christmasmovies #hallmarkies #christmasdecor #...

Welcome back to the REAL Christmas Cousins to our 180th episode! It’s time for the most festive bash of the season—the Christmas Cousins Season 5 Holiday Thanksgiving Week Kickoff Party! Cousin Chad and Cousin Seth are going live on YouTube and the podcast, and they’re not partying alone. Joining the revelry are Christmas aficionado Joe, the ever-spirited Festive Bob, and ultimate superfan Christm...

On today's episode, the Christmas Cousins break down the much anticipated sequel, Hallmark's "3 Wiser Men and a Boy" with the inimitable Joe, the Christmas Aficionado. Was it more of a Godfather 2 type sequel or, gasp, Godfather 3? And, most of all, did Cousin Seth even watch it?!? Find our here folks and please let us know your thoughts as well! . . . . . . #hallmarkchristmasmovies #christmas #ha...

It’s almost time for Christmas Con 2024, and Joe the Christmas aficionado is giving the Cousins an exclusive rundown of his plans. Who will he meet? Which Christmas star will sign his Cousins shirt? What pancake will he order at Harold’s? And how many fans will recognize him as a rising Christmas superstar? Let’s break it all down in this preview of the ultimate holiday event.. . . . . #christmas...

In this hard-hitting investigative episode, the Christmas Cousins and Joe dive deep into Cousin Seth’s new tattoo. What is it? Why did he get it? And wait— is it backwards? Join us for this hilarious (and surprisingly heartfelt) journey into Seth’s mysterious new ink and the story behind it. Spoiler: It might be more festive than you think! . . . . . . . . #tattoo #tattoos #ink #tattooartist #inke...

The Cousins are joined once again by Joe the Christmas aficionado for a preview of Hallmark’s Week 6 Countdown to Christmas movies. But just as they’re debating which ones to review, Chad shocks everyone: he’s committed to watching all four movies! Will Seth follow suit, or is this a one-man holiday marathon? Grab your cocoa—it’s about to get intense. . . . . . . #hallmarkchristmasmovies #christma...

The Christmas Cousins are joined by fan-favorite Christmas aficionado Joe for a mid-November festive progress report. How is Seth’s holiday spirit journey shaping up? What are his Thanksgiving and Christmas plans? And why didn’t Seth tell anyone about his new tattoo? Joe notices the ink, and let’s just say things get hilariously awkward. Plus, a sneak peek at upcoming episodes to keep you feeling...

Spoiler Alert: Do not miss Cousin Seth's priceless reaction during his turn to taste it! In this CLASSIC Thanksgiving pre-game episode, the Christmas Cousins, joined by fan favorites Joe, THE Christmas Aficionado and the King of all Superfans, Lee, go cruelty-free with a tasting of Trader Joe’s famous “Turkey-less Stuffed Roast!” This vegan "masterpiece" may be a holiday favorite for Cousin Chad (...

As Hallmark’s holiday madness continues, the Cousins (and fan favorite, Joe, the Christmas Aficionado) are here to help you navigate the next batch of Christmas movies! From A Reason for the Season to Confessions of a Christmas Letter, they’ll preview four new releases and decide which one they’ll review in full. We discuss, dissect and choose which one we will be covering next week... Audience Qu...

We watched Hallmark's "Five Golen Rings"...and wished we hadn't. Our review is fun...the movie was not. Soooo, if you're still reading this...here we go: In Seth’s approximately 24th Hallmark viewing (who’s counting?), he, Cousin Chad and Joe, The Christmas Aficionado dive into Hallmark’s new holiday mystery, Five Golden Rings . When artist Audrey returns to her hometown, she finds herself swept u...

The Christmas Cousins are back with their annual tradition: infiltrating Cousin Seth’s (very generous) neighbor, Oprah’s, closet of treasures! Like last year, they’ll uncover the best of her “Favorite Things” and debate what Seth, with his bottomless budget, should splurge on this holiday season. Will this be a spending spree for Seth, or will Oprah's security team catch them and kick them out bef...

Welcome back, Christmas Cousins to the pod's 170th episode!!! On this episode, the Cousins celebrate a momentous holiday season milestone by going full "Yuletide Yenta" to dish the latest tea on this coffee...even Cousin-Wife Leslie joins the fun! It’s a day that should be marked on every holiday calendar: The Starbucks Holiday Drink Drop. and what better way to celebrate that with the Christmas C...

It’s that magical time of year again! The Christmas Cousins are previewing Hallmark’s Countdown to Christmas Week 4 movie marathon, and the sleigh bells are ringing with new, delightfully festive films. From “Five Gold Rings” and its golden mystery quest to triv ia at St. Nick’s , we’re diving into all the merry mayhem, romance, and cozy misadventures Hallmark has in store! Also, we digress into a...