Two holiday vignettes make up this week's episode: First, Brett peels back the veneer of the joyful and festive holiday season, to acknowledge that sometimes … Christmas sucks. But, what if that's actually be a good thing? If you are feeling a bit blue this Christmas, or know someone who is, then this segment is for you.

Then, Nick chimes in with a story about silence. Plus a special opening segment, with greetings from Brett & Nick and some holiday themed WTSdigs.

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WTS Digs!

Brett: Shawn Lee's Ping Pong Orchestra, A Very Ping Pong Christmas: Funky Treats from Santa's Bag

https://shawnleeubiq.bandcamp.com/album/a-very-ping-pong-christmas-funky-treats-from-santas-bag Jazz Dispensary: Holiday Treats http://www.recordstoreday.com/NewsItem/6533

Nick:

People Like Us - Christmas at Tate Modern:

https://archive.org/details/PeopleLikeUs-ChristmasTateModern

Joe Pera Helps You Find the Perfect Christmas Tree:

http://www.adultswim.com/videos/specials/joe-pera-helps-you-find-the-perfect-christmas-tree/

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Previous Holiday Related Digs:

Walking Through Airports/Malls/Busy Streets listening to Christmas music on headphones John Denver & The Muppets, A Christmas Together A Very Murray Christmas on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/80042368

SOMA FM Holiday Radio App http://somafm.com/

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