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Santa Dave & Santa Jason bust out the popcorn on this weeks episode. Tune in for a review of the new Australian film "A SUNBURNT CHRISTMAS" (2020), as well as touching on the idea of 'Santa Theology', hospital security, skin care & Paul Kelly. *** *** *** *** Both being 'Young' Santas from Australia, Santa David (@realsantadavid) & Santa Jason (@realsantajason) have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honoured tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SANTA'S BACK! After a unique (and incredibly busy) Christmas season, Santa David & Santa Jason have indulged in some well needed downtime. All through 2020, all episodes of Santa Banter were recorded separately, not able to record in person. To kick off the new year, Santa David & Santa Jason have recorded an episode in the same room... well, Jason's car! An intro to what to expect from the year, and a recap of our Christmas season. *** *** *** *** Both being 'Young' Santas from Australia, Santa David (@realsantadavid) & Santa Jason (realsantajason)have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Santa Jason and Santa David are flat out in the lead up to Christmas, they managed to wrangle the big man himself to answer a few commonly asked questions! **** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Santa David: @realsantadavid Santa Jason: @realsantajason Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a special crossover episode of Santa Banter, we are joined by Emma & Sam (and their cat!) from the 'Punk Goes Pod' (@punkgoespod) podcast for a special crossover episode about our favourite Christmas music & our pet cats. Make sure you check out our sponsor - Mask Jeeves (http://maskjeeves.bigcartel.com/ ) & use 'SANTA' at Checkout for 20% off. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TALES FROM THE SET! This week, Santa Dave & Santa Jason have a yarn about the start of their 2020 Christmas season, and how this unique year has been treating Santa's on set. Also we hear what Santa Dave's Christmas wish is. Don't forget - Support our sponsor 'Mask Jeeves' (maskjeeves.bigcartel.com) & use the code 'SANTA' to get 20% off any premade or custom masks. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honoured tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this mini-episode, We have a quick chat with Stacey & Jess from Mask Jeeves - sponsor of the Santa Banter podcast. Mask Jeeves make unique, hand made & custom masks - including custom masks for Santas that are required to wear them on set. They have a Christmas range on sale from Thursday 3rd November, - including a special Velvet Red mask, perfect for Santas. Got something specific in mind, or need something unique made up? Mask Jeeves can make it for you! Check them out at maskjeeves.bigcartel.com & use 'SANTA' at checkout for 20% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome back our VIS (Very Important Santa) - Santa Colin. Other than the laugh, the outfit is one of the most important parts of being a Santa Claus. Theres more than meets the eye when it comes to the big red suit, and we are here to get it looking it's best. Santa Colin joins us again to chat about the costume, its maintenance and some really useful accessories, that really add to the Christmas magic. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Christmas this year being so vastly different to any other, Santa's have had to be very flexible, and some even deciding against being on set. One innovation is 'Jingle Ring' - a Santa video call, that allows Santa to work from home! Brie from 'Scene To Believe' joins us on this episode to let us know more about 'Jingle Ring' and how to be a part of it. If you want more information on 'Jingle Ring', please get in contact with us. *Note, we had a few audio glitches in this episode - it is us, not you.* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we have a special guest - Santa Colin. Santa Colin was not only the one who introduced Santa Jason & Santa Dave, but also helped train the both of us (as well as many others). He tells us his story, and what being a Santa means to him. *************** *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the first question that we get asked when people find out we are Santas - "How often do kids burst out in tears when they meet you?" Short answer: All the time! In this episode of Santa Banter, Santa David and Santa Jason chat about some examples of tricky kids, tricky parents, and ways to help have a memorable experience for all in the midst of a stressful time. We also have a chat about our plans as Santa this season, and Santa Jason shares about the photo that is his most favourite. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a brand new Christmas season just around the corner, we chat through some of our useful tips and advice for getting started as a first time Santa. We also have a bit of a conversation about Ice Coffees as well. If you are a first time Santa, please reach out and let us know how you are preparing for this year. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we have part 2 of our chat with Santa Ric and Diva Claus. We discuss the history of FORBS, its services, and some of the great non-profit causes that they support as well. Santa Ric is Chairman, and Diva Claus is Secretary of 'The Fraternal Order Of Real Bearded Santas (https://forbsantas.com/). *** *** *** *** *** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honoured tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we have the absolute pleasure of speaking with Santa Ric and Diva Claus - aka 'The Singing Santas'. Ric & Diva are a a Santa/Mrs Claus duo from Southern California, and are both huge personalities. This is the first half of our amazing chat with them. We chat about their back story, their music, being Mrs Claus and how to stand out as a Santa. Santa Ric evens gives us a mini-performance! Santa Ric is Chairman, and Diva Claus is Secretary of 'The Fraternal Order Of Real Bearded Santas (https://forbsantas.com/). In Part 2, we discuss FORBS, and what their role in the Santa Community is. *** *** *** *** *** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honoured tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the next part in a mini-series that Santa Dave is presenting on the history of Santa Claus. In Part 3 , we look at how Advertising has really shaped the way we see Santa, the 'Coca Cola' myth, and does Santa fart? *** *** *** *** *** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honoured tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With this weeks ppisode on the history of 'The Night Before Christmas', Santa Jason does a dramatic reading of the poem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the next part in a mini-series that Santa Dave is presenting on the history of Santa Claus. In Part 2 , we look at the famous poem 'The Night Before Christmas', and the huge impact that it has had on who Santa Claus is today. *** *** *** *** *** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the first of a mini-series that Santa Dave is presenting on the history of Santa Claus. In Part 1, we look at 'Santa's Ancient Origin. Some of the much loved traditions are unpacked - Stockings, Gifts and Sleighs. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode, we watch & review "I Am Santa Claus" - the 2014 documentary about a year in the life of 5 real-bearded Santas, hosted by wrestler Mick Foley. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever heard someone say "I'd love to give Santa a go, but I'm too young."? Our guest this week on Santa Banter is Santa Tommy. We talk about a topic close to our hearts - Being a Young Santa! Tommy started his Santa journey at 17, and freelances around Eastern Melbourne. We cover all things from the voice, the makeup and flirting nannas. *************** Both being Young Santas from Australia, Santa David & Santa Jason have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa Claus. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The most common question that Santa's ask is 'What would you like for Christmas?", and it's a mission to keep up with them all! This week we decided to go through some of the old favourites, most unexpected and current trends in toys. From Lego to Hatchimals, Bluey to Fit Bit - we chat through a whole range of toys and gifts that you might encounter in the upcoming Christmas season. *** *** *** *** Both being Young Santas from Australia, they have a unique perspective on playing Jolly Ol' Saint Nick, and a keen interest in learning more about the time-honored tradition of playing Santa. Email: santabanterpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @santabanterpodcast Facebook: facebook.com/santabanterpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.