In this special Christmas edition of Texas Tracks and Taps, hosts Graham, Jon, and Coy celebrate the holiday season by discussing their favorite Christmas music and memories. The episode features a variety of topics including Texas Christmas songs, such as those by George Strait and Willie Nelson, and non-Texas Christmas favorites like the Beach Boys and the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. They also enjoy festive Christmas beers, including Shiner Holiday Cheer and St. Bernardus Christmas Ale. Additionally, they revisit Jon's blues music assignment and delve into the life and works of Lightnin' Hopkins. The hosts encourage listeners to share their own favorite Christmas songs and prepare for the next episode, which will focus on their beer journeys.

00:00 Welcome to the Christmas Edition 00:43 Favorite Christmas Beers 02:56 Silly Christmas Outfits 05:39 Exploring Lightnin' Hopkins 11:06 Texas Christmas Music 29:49 First Impressions of Shiner Holiday Cheer 30:26 Favorite Christmas Albums and Artists 31:41 Instrumental Christmas Music 34:09 Country Christmas Albums 35:01 Compilation and Classic Christmas Albums 38:11 Unique and Modern Christmas Albums 43:22 Sad and Cheesy Christmas Songs 45:43 Wrapping Up Christmas Music Discussion 50:32 Next Episode Preview: Beer Journeys 51:16 Old 97's Assignment for Jon 56:31 Conclusion and Holiday Wishes