Mother-daughter duo Chanda Bell and Carol Aebersold turn their old family tradition into a new Christmas children’s book they call The Elf on the Shelf. But when they are rejected by the major publishers, they decide to finance the release of the book themselves—and begin a new Christmas phenomenon.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curate ... Show More
Jan 2025
Saving Barnes and Noble | Lost in the Amazon | 2
Barnes & Noble’s first e-commerce website, BN.com, launches under the leadership of Stephen and Leonard Riggio. But the company’s attempt to join the digital revolution might be too little, too late.Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, an ... Show More
38m 58s
Dec 2023
The "Elf on the Shelf" Co-Founder on Why Parents Have Grown to Love This Christmas Tradition
"We're Momming Today" with Christa Pitts, co-creator of The Elf on the Shelf, along with her twin sister and mother. The trio launched The Elf on the Shelf book and brand 16 years ago and has now branched into food, theater and television. They did it with their own money and tal ... Show More
17m 12s
Dec 2021
Christmas Movie Wars | Once Upon A Christmas Ratings Hit | 2
In 1951, the founder of Hallmark Cards, the successful greeting card company, decides to get into television by sponsoring a live opera airing on Christmas Eve. It’s a success, and Hallmark becomes a regular sponsor of television programming for decades. But when they launch thei ... Show More
22m 34s
Dec 2024
Hating Home at Christmas: podmas #9
<p><strong>merry podmas! festive podmothers sephy & wing enter a Big Sleigh:</strong> carolling on dysfunctional families, reclaiming your time, dealing with trauma, your uncle being a c**t, sneaking away to feel normal, and giving yourself permission to make the most of the ... Show More
38m 28s
Dec 2021
Christmas Movie Wars | The Scandal Express | 4
Hallmark faces a year of scandals. First, one of their marquee stars gets charged with committing fraud to get her daughters admitted to an elite college. Then, in the midst of their Countdown to Christmas programming, the channel’s decision to pull an ad featuring two brides gen ... Show More
22m 57s
<p><a href="https://fun-fables.supercast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tap here to listen ad-free</a> (free trial, cancel any time)</p><br><p>Jeffery and Heather are very kind but have nothing. To their amazement some friendly elves help them out. </p> ... Show More
