Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast

Tinsel Tunes

Tinsel Tunes Podcast – 2026 Fan-Driven Edition
Now in its eighth year, The Tinsel Tunes Podcast is handing the reins to the listeners for 2026. Join hosts Scott and Duane as they explore Christmas music chosen by the fans—one month at a time.

Each episode dives deep into the songs, themes, and ideas suggested by the Tinsel Tunes community. From timeless classics and modern favorites to forgotten gems and divisive tracks, no Christmas song is off-limits. The hosts bring the research, history, and musical insight, while listeners help shape the playlist and the conversation.

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83 episodes
Updated April 3

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May 16, 2020 · 15 min
25 - The Beatles Part 1: Wonderful Christmastime
Welcome to another episode of Tinsel Tunes! This episode is part 1 of a 3-part series on the Christmas offerings from the members of the Beatles. In this episode we look at Paul McCartney's "Wonderful Christmastime". I'll show you 6 other versions you may like. And I'll touch on some changes being made to the format of Tinsel Tunes for the 2020 season. They're all good, I promise.
Mar 22, 2020 · 18 min
24 - Where is the Oi I gave the World?
Hello everyone and welcome to the first episode of 2020. In this episode, we’ll look at 10 Christmas songs done in the style of Punk Rock, both covers and originals. These are the links mentioned in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo4gEPiKm3w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFLExwIQKto https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSXSLmYGXpE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br9AzbXHOoc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12kcpP-8jfM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LLl4IqXi6w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sy9_JjLnmZI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA6QsHdXwdI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=en35fmQ9V3s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=froNJ555sDA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN2NNwZ1op8
Dec 25, 2019 · 6 min
23 - Battle Royal Winner Announced & News for Next Year
In this episode, we find out who the winner is for The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royal 2019. I also bring you some news about the upcoming year for Tinsel Tunes.
Dec 23, 2019 · 3 min
22 - A reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas
Enjoy this bonus episode where I read the poem, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Merry Christmas Everyone!
Dec 17, 2019 · 31 min
21 - Reyha Stevens, Robbie Williams, Finals of the Great Battle Royale 2019
In this episode, we'll hear from Reyha Stevens as she goes into detail about her new Christmas Album "Celebrate". I'll do a mini review of Robbie Williams' new Christmas album "The Christmas Present". We'll find out who our finalists are for the Tinsel Tunes Battle Royal 2019, with the winner to be announced in the next episode due to drop on the 25th December. https://www.rehyastevens.com
Nov 25, 2019 · 33 min
20 - All I Want For Christmas is You
In this episode, We look at Mariah Carry’s Classic Christmas offering "All I Want For Christmas is You". I’ll show you other versions that have been submitted by listeners through social media that may appeal to you, perhaps. The chord that makes Christmas music sound so Christmassy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xm4LO22-cyY We’ll showcase two artists this month: Harper Denard – Mary’s song https://www.harperdenhard.com/ The Predicates – Midnight Christmas Lullaby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lw7XwGuVb0A&feature=youtu.be And Round Ten of The Great tinsel Tunes Battle Royale 2019 and get ready to vote in the Semi-Finals. Songs featured in this episode: Updated 5/1/2026 Albin Lee Meldau https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfE9CSqh-9o&list=RDcfE9CSqh-9o&start_radio=1 Ceelo Green https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkmMWhmGE6I&list=RDmkmMWhmGE6I&start_radio=1 Charly Bliss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhscZvd3AqM&list=RDQhscZvd3AqM&start_radio=1 Chase Holfelder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymIBsH4eJB0&list=RDymIBsH4eJB0&start_radio=1 Dave Barns https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yjVBcSsSGs&list=RD0yjVBcSsSGs&start_radio=1 Ingrid Michaelson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkEVYClAFMY&list=RDZkEVYClAFMY&start_radio=1 my chemical romance https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=my+chemical+romance+all+i+want+for+christmas+is+you Michael Buble https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=michael+buble+all+i+want+for+christmas+is+you she and him https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=she+and+him+all+i+want+for+christmas+is+you Straight no chaser https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=staight+no+chaser+all+i+want+for+christmas+is+you
Oct 28, 2019 · 38 min
19 - New Music for the 2019 Season
In this episode. I'll highlight some seasonal Christmas podcasts that have started releasing episodes for the 2019 season.
Sep 30, 2019 · 27 min
18 - The Music from The Santa Clause
In this late episode, we go into the music from the ever-popular movie "The Santa Clause". We also look at who won round eight of The great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royale 2019 and introduce the contenders for round nine.
Aug 26, 2019 · 26 min
17 - First Anniversary Q&A Episode
In this episode, we celebrate our 1st birthday. I’ve been doing this podcast for 1 whole year? My, how time flies! I asked my loyal listeners to send in some questions, for a Q&A session and you did just that. We also find out what my top favorite Christmas songs are. We find round seven's Battle Royale winner and see who the contenders are for round eight.
Jul 24, 2019 · 17 min
16 - The First Noel
In this month’s episode, we look at the song "The First Noel" Find out what my top 5 versions this song are and learn about round 7 of The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royale 2019.
Jun 25, 2019 · 16 min
14 - Top Five Worst Christmas Songs
In this episode, I’ll show you the top five worst Christmas songs as voted by our listeners on our social media pages.
May 26, 2019 · 22 min
13 - The Holly and The Ivy & Doris Day
In this episode, we'll find out how one of the oldest Christmas songs, "The Holly and the Ivy," came to be. As usual, we'll have a top 5 list. The world lost the great Doris Day this month, so we'll learn some interesting information about her Christmas album titled "The Doris Day Christmas Album". I'll also let you about another Christmas podcast you should listen to, the Christmas Clatter Podcast.
Apr 25, 2019 · 25 min
12 - The Music Of Bing Crosby
In this episode, we go into some detail about the voice of Christmas - Bing Crosby! We also find out my favorite top 5 Bing Crosby Christmas cover versions of other Christmas songs. We'll also learn who won April's round of 'The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle Royal 2019' and list the contenders for May.
Feb 25, 2019 · 23 min
10 - Music From The Christmas Chronicles
In this episode, we'll go into the songs of the 2018 Netflix movie "The Christmas Chronicles". We'll so hear the top 5 versions of "Santa Claus is Back in Town". Hear new music from Welcome to Wonder Falls: https://welcometowonderfalls.bandcamp.com/ Then, we will find out the winner of round 1 of The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle 2019 and see who is heading to round 2!
Jan 24, 2019 · 17 min
09 - Auld Lang Syne & The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle 2019
In this episode, we go into detail about the song "Auld Lang Syne". I bring to you a great song by Singer/songwriter Rebecca Fiona Adams (Bex). Please check her out on SoundCloud, I have included links to her songs and facebook page below. I'll mention some new and exciting additions to the world of the Tinsel Tunes Podcast and I'll introduce something called 'The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle 2019'. Listen to round one here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR0WCae86lz4Lmkkx299Hyx2yicZs1ZL6 https://www.facebook.com/Bexs.musicpage https://soundcloud.com/bexmarksthespot
Dec 10, 2018 · 12 min
07 - Summer Wonderland
In this episode, we will listen to "Summer Wonderland" as used in the Air NZ Ad campaign in 2016. Even though Winter Wonderland is a great song, one of my favorites in fact, it's not one we can really relate too down here when it comes to the lyrics. I thought it would be fun to compare the lyrics and break them down and show you a little about what Christmas is like for us down here in New Zealand.
Dec 2, 2018 · 15 min
06 - It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
In this episode we go into detail about the song "It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas", from the classic versions to the most recent covers. I countdown my top five versions and we hear some listener song suggestions. This is the first weekly episode for this December, so make sure you subscribe to catch all the episodes this month.
Nov 22, 2018 · 34 min
05 - Bonus Thanksgiving 2018 Episode
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Welcome to this bonus episode where I share Christmas music memories, traditions and information along with other Christmas podcasts from the Christmas podcast Network. Come, sit at our virtual table - get all nice and cozy and enjoy. You may even find some new Christmas podcasts to listen to.
Oct 25, 2018 · 29 min
04 - New Music For 2018
In this episode, I'll go through some of the new music being released for the 2018 Christmas season. I'll also ask if you guys, as followers, want to be called something special. I'll introduce a new segment to showcase other Christmas music. You'll find out my top 5 new release songs for this season.
Sep 27, 2018 · 30 min
03 - The Music Used In The Movie Elf
In this episode, we dive into the score and music used in one of the best Christmas movies ever, Elf. We'll also list our top 5 songs about Elves.

Tinsel Tunes - The Christmas Music Podcast

25 - The Beatles Part 1: Wonderful Christmastime

24 - Where is the Oi I gave the World?

23 - Battle Royal Winner Announced & News for Next Year

22 - A reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

21 - Reyha Stevens, Robbie Williams, Finals of the Great Battle Royale 2019

20 - All I Want For Christmas is You

19 - New Music for the 2019 Season

18 - The Music from The Santa Clause

17 - First Anniversary Q&A Episode

16 - The First Noel

14 - Top Five Worst Christmas Songs

13 - The Holly and The Ivy & Doris Day

12 - The Music Of Bing Crosby

10 - Music From The Christmas Chronicles

09 - Auld Lang Syne & The Great Tinsel Tunes Battle 2019

07 - Summer Wonderland

06 - It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas

05 - Bonus Thanksgiving 2018 Episode

04 - New Music For 2018

03 - The Music Used In The Movie Elf