Liam Renton and Vanessa Gibson

Christmas Podding

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Christmas Podding is the ultimate Podcast guide to all things Christmas. A feel good Podcast for Christmas tragics. Hosted by Australian Radio Hosts Liam Renton and Vanessa Gibson. These "Festive Besties" have been friends for nearly 2 decade who instantly bonded over their love of the iconic Christmas Movie LOVE ACTUALLY, and have been talking about Christmas non stop ever since. Christmas Podding is devoted to all things fun and festive. Covering Christmas food, movies, dilemmas, music, events, lights, traditions, books and decorations. With tips and tricks, hints, hacks and laughs for the b...

Author

Liam Renton and Vanessa Gibson

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Christmas Podding - How Mariah Carey changed modern day Christmas as we know it . 14.12.2025

Today on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we have a Podcast a  day, every day from now till Christmas. We discuss the massive impact Mariah Carey has had on modern Day Christmas and how the Christmas of 1994 changed the world as we know it. We have the ultimate tips and tricks on how to get the most out of your Gift Cards this Christmas. Plus We have the funniest list of Christmas gift requests...

Christmas Podding -The Ultimate Christmas Movie List to instantly lift your Festive Mood. 13.12.2025

Today on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we have a Podcast a  day, every day from now till Christmas. We discuss Christmas Burnout. The invisible exhaustion that may really impact your health this Christmas, and how to avoid it . We have the ultimate list of the best Christmas Movies that will instantly lift your mood and make you feel 100% Festive this Christmas. Plus Christmas Shrinkflation....

Christmas Podding -The ultimate list of everything we should all be Thankful for this Christmas. 12.12.2025

Today on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we have a Podcast a  day, every day from now till Christmas. We discuss what is the most important the ultimate list of things we all should be most Thankful for this Christmas . We try and reduce waste with the latest numbers on how much we actually waste each Christmas. Plus Should we be expected to work on Boxing Day. One UK company is making their em...

Christmas Podding - What Christmas Conversation Topics start the biggest fights on Christmas Day? 11.12.2025

Today on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we start our Podcast per day, every day from now till Christmas. We discuss what is the most important part of Christmas Day, The meal, Guests, Location or is it something else? We start a snap poll to uncover when you break it all down what truly is the most important thing on the day. We have the ultimate list of things you definately should NOT talk a...

Christmas Podding - Who is the greatest Movie Santa of all time? 04.12.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we look at the Top Toy Trends of 2025. What does your child want under the Christmas Tree this year, we have a few hints. Who was the greatest Movie Santa of all time. We run through the list and cast our vote. Plus We've crunched the numbers. What are the costs of a home cooked Christmas Feast over eating at a stress free restaurant? We've looked at...

Christmas Podding - Christmas's Most Influential List. Those who have changed the way we celebrate today.. 20.11.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we celebrate Christmas's Most Influential List. Those people who changed the game and shaped the way we celebrate Christmas Today. We uncover the most re-given Christmas Gift of all time. What will you think when you find this gift under your Christmas Tree and realize its a RE-GIVE. plus We look at the family Festive "Host Hog". How do you deal with...

Christmas Podding- Guaranteed tips on how to return any unwanted Christmas Present. 07.11.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we make a big deal about a Boxing Day Proposal. Why you should steer clear of Christmas Day and deliver some Boxing Day Bling. We have the ultimate guide on how to return any unwanted Christmas Present successfully , plus We list the all the flavours that scream Christmas and the ones you must have this year to make your Christmas extra Special. With...

Christmas Podding - What's on your ultimate Christmas Day Grazing Table? 23.10.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we go on a hunt for the oldest treasure your family uses on Christmas Day every single year, from Gravy Boats to old home made decorations we find some festive relics. We uncover a cute Swedish Tradition that the whole country gets excited about each year on Christmas Eve. plus We lay out our ultimate treats that we must see every year on the Christm...

Christmas Podding- When it comes to cooking what is the hardest festive meat to master? 09.10.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we ask the question What is the hardest meat to master this Christmas? It may change what you've been planning on serving up at this years festive feast. What ruined Christmas? We have searched the globe for the stories that totally ruined the day plus How do we get our kids off their screens on Christmas Day? A few tips on how to spend more quality...

Christmas Podding -Why every family should implement a Christmas Peace Pact this Christmas 25.09.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we run you through how to implement a Christmas Peace Pact this Christmas. How it works, what are the rules and how it could just save all the potential fights that the festive season brings. How to be present on Christmas Day? Easier that it sounds, we will run you through some top tips , plus Ever considered a Plant Based Christmas Day Feast. Neith...

Christmas Podding- How to stop fights on Christmas Day. 11.09.2025

This week on Christmas Podding, Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast, we have all the tips you need to put a stop to Christmas Day fights. What are the greatest appetizers every home MUST have on this years Christmas table, plus What to wear this festive season. We run you through the best Christmas outfits to get noticed and give you maximum return on your festive investment. With your hosts Liam a...

Christmas Podding- The Ultimate guide to the best Festive Side Dishes Ever. 28.08.2025

This week on Christmas Podding, Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast, we take a look at the hot trend of recreating old Christmas photos with a modern day twist.  We find out  the easiest ways to spread Christmas cheer, plus We have the ultimate guide to the best side dishes that will make every mouth water when served at your festive feast this Christmas. With your hosts Liam and Ness, talking all...

Christmas Podding - It's Christmas's Biggest Trust exercise. Who do you entrust Christmas Day appetisers with? 14.08.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we look closely at Christmas's BIGGEST Trust exercise. Who do you entrust the Christmas Day appetisers with? It can make or break the day. A huge lesson in letting go, but who can you leave this mammoth task with? Is it OK to shop around for the best offer possible on Christmas Day? Is it rude to weigh up your festive options when it comes to who may...

Christmas Podding - We unpack the latest festive relationship trend "Scrooging" 31.07.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we unpack the latest Festive Relationship Trend "Scrooging". How it could save you money and stress this Christmas. A much loved Christmas Chocolate Tradition is back after taking a break and we couldn't be more excited. Do you have a Present Pal? Someone who works as your secret squirrel when it comes to getting help with buying presents for those w...

Christmas Podding - Why second hand gifts are the new Christmas gifts of choice? 17.07.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we unpack why second hand gifts are the new Christmas gifts of choice. We talk to the experts on how to get rid of the Christmas Hangover. There's a new Festive Food on this years menu we are keen to discuss. Imagine a Christmas flavoured scone made with real Chritsmas Gravy, YUM or YUK? Plus We launch our latest project "Christmas Talk Radio". A 24...

Christmas Podding - Everything you need to know to have a cracking Christmas in July celebration this year. 03.07.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we find out the best place to buy your Christmas Tree this year, a supermarket or off the lot, you may be surprised which is best. We run you through our Top 3 Must Haves for a fun filled Christmas in July plus The stats are in, how much earlier do we actually celebrate Christmas in 2025 compared to 1985, we have the results and we even we are shocke...

Christmas Podding - What do we really think of the modern day phenomenon Christmas Creep? 19.06.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we look at the hype around Christmas Creep. What's wrong with Christmas creeping into our stores earlier every year? Why do we feel the need to over indulge at Christmas. We unpack all the reasons we spend too much, eat too much every year. Plus We've been road testing new traditions. We'll let you know what's been working and what you can try with y...

Christmas Podding - Why a Christmas has become the most Dangerous Time of the year. 05.06.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we uncover why Christmas is the most dangerous time of the year. You won't believe how many hospital visits happen each Christmas Season. Why a Christmas themed wedding may be just the thing to ad some festive magic to your wedding day, plus Imagine Christmas Lunch where there are no plan, just a pot luck lunch with no theme or organisation. Would yo...

Christmas Podding- Every reason people DON'T want a Christmas Present this year. 22.05.2025

This week on Christmas Podding we uncover the alarming new stat as to how many people DON'T want to receive any type of Christmas gift this year, and why? We do a deep dive on the origin story of our favourite Christmas Traditions. Where and how did they start? Plus Who ruined Christmas. Those tales of tragedy that if you didn't laugh you'd most likely cry. A lesson for the rest of us on how to su...

Christmas Podding- The Japanese Christmas Traditions we must do this Christmas. 08.05.2025

This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we run you through the latest Favourite Festive Food list. Some classics on the list we all love but some surprise foods we have no idea how anyone would want to eat this Christmas . We've taken inspiration from Japanese Christmas Traditions and have fallen in love with some new ideas we think everyone should try this Christmas. Plus Why are so many...

Christmas Podding- The safest place to spend Christmas Day when it all gets too much. 24.04.2025

This week on Christmas Podding we uncover the safest place to be at Christmas lunch when you'd rather hide and be anywhere else. We have the full lost of things you definitely need to bite your tongue over when it comes to being with family and friends on Christmas Day. Plus All the tips you need to successfully pull off a Frugal Christmas. How to do it on the cheap but keep it fun and festive. Wi...

Christmas Podding - How to deal with an empty Festive Tank when December hits. 10.04.2025

This week on Christmas Podding we take a look at the most sold singles list of all time and see how many Festive Tunes make the cut. We ask the question What to do when the family gets too big and you're asked to chip in and buy presents for every neice, nephew and long lost uncle. The cost can be a deal break, so where do you draw the line. Plus The new streaming genre Christmas True Crime is gai...

Christmas Podding - How do you keep up the Christmas Spirit all year round? 27.03.2025

This week on Christmas Podding we deep dive into all the tricks you can use to keep up the amazing feeling of Christmas Spirit All Year Round. We have the ultimate list of every presents Dads worldwide will absolutely love. If you've ever been stuck for ideas on gifts for Dad, we have you covered, plus We ask the tough question, Do you actually have to share Christmas Hosting duties or should the...

Christmas Podding - The best and worst days to Fly this Christmas to save you from Seasonal Stress. 13.03.2025

This week on Christmas Podding we uncover all the excuses people have been using to get out of going to a Christmas Party. You'll be shocked to learn how sneaky some people can be when it comes to skipping out on a festive function. We have all the top tips you MUST start now to have a nice little Christmas Nest Egg to use and keep yourself out of financial stress when Christmas rolls in, plus We'...

Christmas Podding - Why we all need to start celebrating CHICKMAS this year. 27.02.2025

This week on Christmas Podding we unveil the newest celebration to be added to the Christmas Calendar 'CHICKMAS". Why celebrating a girls on event ticks every box. We are pushing to bring back Boxing Day and give some tips on how to make the day a big deal not overshadow such an important day to the festive season. Plus, The environmental cost is in from Christmas 2024 and you won't believe how mu...

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