The holiday season brings joy, festive decorations, and the inevitable exchange of gifts between loved ones. But what happens when that carefully wrapped present turns out to be a complete disappointment? A fascinating new survey reveals that both men and women are equally guilty of gift-giving failures, though for entirely different reasons. While men are often accused of not listening to hints dropped throughout the year, women frequently default to practical but uninspiring gifts like socks and underwear, leaving their partners wondering if they know them at all.

## Timestamps and Key Takeaways:

**0:45** - Christmas is approaching with festive decorations appearing everywhere
**1:20** - Survey reveals both men and women struggle with gift-giving in relationships
**2:15** - Men commonly receive clothing items they don't need or want
**3:30** - Women's worst gifts received include vacuum cleaners and mail clippers
**4:50** - The price disparity debate: Are men's gifts more expensive than women's?
**6:10** - Listener stories: The broken secondhand PS5 from Facebook Marketplace
**7:25** - The China Mall birthday gift compilation disaster
**8:15** - The lingerie gift that was clearly meant for the giver, not the recipient

From rusted keyholders to "self-serving" lingerie gifts, these holiday horror stories will have you reconsidering your gift-giving strategy this season. Are you guilty of buying presents that secretly benefit yourself? Or perhaps you've been on the receiving end of a gift that made you question if your partner knows you at all? Tune in for the full episode to laugh, cringe, and maybe pick up some tips on what NOT to do this holiday season!

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