
Christmas Podding
Liam Renton and Vanessa Gibson · Liam Renton
Show overview
Christmas Podding has been publishing since 2018, and across the 8 years since has built a catalogue of 264 episodes. That works out to roughly 140 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 9th season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 29 min and 36 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 5 days ago, with 18 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2022, with 45 episodes published. Published by Liam Renton.
From the publisher
Christmas Podding is the ultimate Podcast guide to all things Christmas. A feel good Podcast for Christmas tragics. Hosted by Australian Radio Hosts Liam Renton and Vanessa Gibson. These "Festive Besties" have been friends for nearly 2 decade who instantly bonded over their love of the iconic Christmas Movie LOVE ACTUALLY, and have been talking about Christmas non stop ever since. Christmas Podding is devoted to all things fun and festive. Covering Christmas food, movies, dilemmas, music, events, lights, traditions, books and decorations. With tips and tricks, hints, hacks and laughs for the best Christmas ever. Christmas lives here.
Latest Episodes
View all 264 episodesChristmas Podding -How to stop board game cheaters on Christmas Day.
Christmas Podding- Why your Christmas decorations this year need to be Insta Worthy?
Christmas Podding -Everything that could ever possibly go wrong with Christmas in July. (Bonus Episode)
Christmas Podding- The Secret Hidden Costs of Christmas Exposed
Christmas Podding -Christmas in July Bonus Episode
Christmas Podding -Why you should never go to multiple Christmas Parties on the same day.
Christmas Podding- The ultimate list of Secret Santa Gifts you will definitely want to receive this Christmas
Christmas Podding - How to guarantee you get the gift you really want this Christmas
Christmas Podding - The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money on Christmas Spending
Christmas Podding -All the reasons why you should NEVER EVER Fly on Christmas Day.
Christmas Podding - Have writing yearly letters to Santa become a lost art?

S9 Ep 7Christmas Podding Which Festive Parking Personality Type are you?
This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast "Christmas Podding" we help with all the tips and tricks you need to Declutter Christmas. We have the ultimate list of what you should be throwing out to clean up and feel happier. We've heard how a magical Beach Christmas Turned nasty real quick, you wont believe what went wrong on a picture perfect Christmas Day. Plus What Festive Parking Personality are you? We all turn a little feral in the hustle and bustle of last minute Christmas Shopping, so we identify the type of person who stays calm and turns nasty when finding a festive park. With your hosts Liam Renton and Ness Gibson talking all things Christmas all year round on Christmas Podding.

S9 Ep 6Christmas Podding - We uncover the Top Unwanted Christmas Gift List of all Time.
This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast "Christmas Podding" we look at the Work Bonus. What are the rules? Do you have to share it with your family or can you spend it all on yourself? We look at the Top Unwanted Christmas Gift List of all time. What gifts make the list , plus We tackle a Christmas Day Dilemma. Should everyone bring a dish from a communal list for Christmas Dinner or is the host lumped with all the cooking duties? With your Aussie Hosts Liam Renton and Ness Gibson talking all things Christmas All Year Round on Christmas Podding.

S9 Ep 5Christmas Podding - How to choose which side of the family you'll be spending Christmas with this year.
This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast "Christmas Podding" we look at the lesser known Christmas Traditions from around the world. How do people on the other side of the Planet spend their Christmas Day. We take a deep dive into everyone's Christmas favourite the Christmas Cracker. How did it all start and why have they stood the test of time. plus We look at Christmas Leftovers. Who has a rightful claim on How do you choose which side of the family you should spend Christmas with this year? We have your checklist for all the good points and all the red flags to look for when choosing who you spend this years special day with. With your Aussie Hosts Liam Renton and Ness Gibson talking all things Christmas All Year Round on Christmas Podding.

S9 Ep 4Christmas Podding-A Boss's Worst Nightmare "Who gets rostered on Christmas Day"
This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast "Christmas Podding" we answer the hardest workplace question dividing workplaces every year "Who should get rostered on to work Christmas Day".\ We'll take a deep dive and peel off some fun festive facts on our favourite festive Tunes. Where did some of the classics get their start and why are they still just as popular today. plus We look at Christmas Leftovers. Who has a rightful claim on getting a second bite of the festive cherry. Who is allowed to take home a second helping. The host or the guest? With your Aussie Hosts Liam Renton and Ness Gibson talking all things Christmas All Year Round on Christmas Podding.

S9 Ep 3Christmas Podding - We expose the "Secret" 36 hour Aussie Christmas Tradition.
This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast "Christmas Podding" we take you behind the scenes of the Aussie 36 hour Non- Stop Christmas Tradition that defines what we all eat as a country every Christmas Day. We'll take a deep dive and peel off some fun festive facts on the humble Christmas Tree. From origins to unknown fables on how it became to mean so much to so many on the day. plus We uncover a Christmas Crime and how an 8 year old girl put a sneaky plan together to catch Santa only to have her plans outwitted by a seasoned professional. With your Aussie Hosts Liam Renton and Ness Gibson talking all things Christmas All Year Round on Christmas Podding.

S9 Ep 2Christmas Podding - How to handle a Self Indulgent Gift Giver.
This week on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we uncover the true heart and message Self Indulgent Gift givers are sending when they buy you a gift they want or that benefits them. We have the figures and know the true cost of Christmas. What are families worldwide really spending on the season? You may be shocked . Plus We discuss a guilt free graze. When it comes to a festive nibble when do calories DON'T count and you just eat as much as you like. We list the best foods to imagine ad nothing to your waistline at Christmas. With your Aussie Hosts Liam and Ness talking all things Christmas all your round on Christmas Podding.

S9 Ep 1Christmas Podding - Big Heads- Small Christmas Cracker Crowns- The True Christmas Shame.
We are back for our 9th season as we start 2026 with a Cracker of a Show. We unpack the Christmas just gone, the highs and lows , what worked and what we will definatly do again at Christmas 2026. We ask the question are pets the worst Christmas Gift of all time, plus What happens when you have a large head but Christmas Cracker Crowns don't fit? The struggle is real. We discuss the annual Festive embarrassment for people who just can't wear a Cracker Crown, As we talk all things Christmas into our 9th year, with your Aussie Hosts Liam and Ness on Christmas Podding.

S8 Ep 40Christmas Podding - Boxing Day Leftovers -What do I do with these?
Today on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we have a BONUS Episode. Our Boxing Day Debrief. We just had to do one more before the season ends We battle it out to discover which is the Greatest Leftover Recipe of all time. Liam has your Ham, Ness has your Turkey, recipe vs recipe, these two have more than enough suggestions on what you can do today with those beautiful leftovers. We ask the question what's the best use of your time the day after the big day. What should I be doing on Boxing Day, Plus Our Highlights for season 2025, the fights, the laughs, the festive fun, we have shared it all and done some cool things. Join us for the Boxing Day Debrief and celebrate the year we've all just shared together Celebrating all things Christmas With your Aussie Hosts Liam and Ness talking all things Christmas all year round. Can you believe we'll be back with a brand new season in January 2026. Tune In to Christmas Talk Radio. Our 24/7 Christmas Radio Station talking All Things Christmas, Non-Stop every day of the week. Find us on the I Heart Radio Ap or Click on the link to listen below https://tunein.com/radio/Christmas-Talk-Radio-s345979/

S8 Ep 39Christmas Podding- Emergency last minute gift ideas you can still buy on Xmas Day
Today on Australia's ONLY Christmas Podcast we have reached the top of the mountain. Welcome to our Christmas Day Special We discuss why Christmas Cash is still the best Christmas Present of all time. When it all goes wrong. You think you're having a bad Christmas? We run you through those times when things went from bad to worse and it will make you think, At least that hasn't happened to me on Christmas Day We look at the importance of taking just a few minutes today to set a good Table setting and why its so important to make an effort, Plus Stuff for a last minute gift idea? Surely it's too late and nothing is open on Christmas Day? Well think again, we have the best list of last minute gift ideas available to buy on Christmas Day. It's never too late Merry Christmas everyone. Thanks for making Season 8 our best season yet. We cant' wait to hear about your Christmas Day highlights. With your Aussie Hosts Liam and Ness talking all things Christmas all year round. Tune In to Christmas Talk Radio. Our 24/7 Christmas Radio Station talking All Things Christmas, Non-Stop every day of the week. Find us on the I Heart Radio Ap or Click on the link to listen below https://tunein.com/radio/Christmas-Talk-Radio-s345979/