Santa's List and the Magic of Christmas Trees

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Ever received a PowerPoint presentation from your kid detailing their Christmas wish list? Well, get ready to chuckle as we recount the hilarious lengths our little ones go to ensure Santa hears them loud and clear. This episode, we embrace the chaos of transitioning from Thanksgiving turkey to the glittery wonderland of Christmas. We explore the fascinating world of Christmas trees, comparing the practical charm of artificial trees in Australia to the cherished tradition of real ones in the U.S. We also can't help but laugh at the staggering price tags on high-tech artificial trees — who knew holiday decor could rival a tech gadget?
Parenting during the holidays is a rollercoaster, and we're here to share the ride. From the ever-changing wishlist of Fortnite skins to the joys and struggles of playing Santa via Amazon’s gift-wrapping service, we reflect on the quirks of modern parenting. We dive into family dynamics, discussing how we sometimes let our partners take the heat for jointly made decisions, all while trying to balance being the fun parent and the enforcer of rules. And yes, we're tackling the age-old stereotype of gift-wrapping roles in a household with our humorous spin.
The show wouldn’t be complete without a nod to our beloved guests and the fun they bring. Reminiscing about our favorites like Moose and companions, we toy with the fun idea of animating stories in a delightfully budget-friendly way. We’re also inviting you, our listeners, to join the conversation by suggesting topics and guests for future episodes. As we sign off, a warm thank you goes out to all our supporters. Stick with us on Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube at DadModePodcast for more laughs, stories, and the joys of balancing parenthood with personal passions. Stay cool, and happy holidays!

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Josh aka Bearded_Nova
I'm from Australia and am what you would call a father who games. I have 5 kids so not as much time to game as I used to. But I still game and stream when I can. So come join me on Twitch in chat as we chill out.
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Josh aka Moorph
I'm a US-based husband and father of two boys. I work full-time and have been a content creator since 2000. I'm a YouTube partner, Twitch and LiveSpace streamer who founded a content creation coaching company called Elev8d Media Group (elev8d.media). I'm a blogger, streamer, podcaster, and video-er(?).
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1. Santa's List and the Magic of Christmas Trees (00:00:00)

2. Christmas Tree Shopping and Kid's Wishlist (00:00:01)

3. Gift Wrapping Woes and Parental Dynamics (00:13:29)

4. Guests, Stories, and Art Show (00:20:46)

5. Dad Mode Podcast Announcement (00:28:22)