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585: Christmas Movie Side Characters Snake Draft Preview
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In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Moon and Jason Waterfalls as we snake draft the best Christmas Movie Side Characters. From classics like Bernard the Elf to unheralded heroes like Lady Fiona Pembroke, this festive free-for-all is full of the underrated, over-the-top, and occasionally bizarre characters that make Christmas movies so magical. Plus, we answer the age-old question: what truly makes a Christmas movie?
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- Guest List Creds: Erin at Faith Adjacent, JWat at Over Under Achievers
- Jason’s Picks:
- Lean The Snowman from Elf
- Erin’s Picks:
-Yukon Cornelius from Rudolph Red-Nosed Reindeer
- Jamie’s Picks:
-Amy from The Family Stone
- Knox’s Picks:
-Cousin Eddie from Christmas Vacation
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