New versions of classic Christmas tunes, Santa at the studio

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Heard On The Larry Meiller Show
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First, we hear newer recordings of familiar Christmas songs. Author and podcast host Tom Wilmeth returns to take us through the years. At noon, it’s a special visit from Santa and an elf named Jingle. They will be ready to hear what Wisconsin’s kids want for Christmas at the number 800-642-1234 or email talk@wpr.org.

Featured in this Episode

  • Music: Christmas classics, redone

    We talk about newer versions of Christmas classics you already know, like “White Christmas” and “Feliz Navidad.” Tom Wilmeth is our guest. He is the author of the book “Sound Bites: A Lifetime of Listening” and hosts the podcast “The Vinyl Approach.”

  • Santa and his helper Jingle want to make your Christmas Eve magical

    Despite their hectic schedule, Santa and elf Jingle stop by WPR to chat with young listeners about the holiday season, how the reindeer are doing and hear their Christmas present wishes.

    Track Santa here.

Episode Credits

  • Larry Meiller Host
  • Tom Wilmeth Guest
  • Santa Claus Guest
  • Jingle the Elf Guest
  • Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
  • Clara Neupert Producer
  • Jeff Robbins Technical Director

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