Episode
Christmas Gone Wrong
54:31
Published: Mon Dec 20 2021
Description
The guys dive into how disturbing and strange some holiday traditions really are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
The hosts Mary, Mark, Wade, and Bob introduce their podcast, Distractable, and joke about the possibility of an alien species having their own version of the show and taking them to court for copyright infringement.
00:00 - 02:58 (02:58)
Summary
The hosts Mary, Mark, Wade, and Bob introduce their podcast, Distractable, and joke about the possibility of an alien species having their own version of the show and taking them to court for copyright infringement.
EpisodeChristmas Gone Wrong
PodcastDistractible
The episode talks about the rumors of an old man who keeps tabs on kids during Christmas and the different interpretations of the meaning of "similar."
02:58 - 09:07 (06:08)
Summary
The episode talks about the rumors of an old man who keeps tabs on kids during Christmas and the different interpretations of the meaning of "similar."
EpisodeChristmas Gone Wrong
PodcastDistractible
In the past, children's stories were filled with nightmarish tales of survival in dangerous forests, in stark contrast to the more benign tales told today.
09:07 - 18:59 (09:52)
Summary
In the past, children's stories were filled with nightmarish tales of survival in dangerous forests, in stark contrast to the more benign tales told today. This may have contributed to a generation of wilder kids who were better equipped to handle dangerous situations.
EpisodeChristmas Gone Wrong
PodcastDistractible
The origins of the "Hide the Pickle" Christmas tradition, where the first person to find a pickle ornament on the tree receives a special present, have been debated.
18:59 - 37:38 (18:39)
Summary
The origins of the "Hide the Pickle" Christmas tradition, where the first person to find a pickle ornament on the tree receives a special present, have been debated. Some believe it has German roots while others dispute this theory.
EpisodeChristmas Gone Wrong
PodcastDistractible
The host discusses different family traditions with guests, including dressing up in costumes and performing a dance routine, holding a cook-off, and holding a number drawing for gift exchange during family gatherings.
37:38 - 46:54 (09:16)
Summary
The host discusses different family traditions with guests, including dressing up in costumes and performing a dance routine, holding a cook-off, and holding a number drawing for gift exchange during family gatherings. Also, the group discusses a pre-existing Punxsutawney groundhog club's annual weather prediction event, a unique tradition in Pennsylvania.
EpisodeChristmas Gone Wrong
PodcastDistractible
The hosts discuss weird traditions from different parts of the world and encourage listeners to share their own through Reddit.
46:54 - 50:39 (03:45)
Summary
The hosts discuss weird traditions from different parts of the world and encourage listeners to share their own through Reddit. They also express curiosity and ask for correction if any details are off.