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Hosts Sarah, Jake, and Laurie gather for a Christmas Eve edition of their podcast 'Pouring Over Pitches,' sharing drinks and personal anecdotes. The conversation navigates from funny incidents involving holiday plans and embarrassing moments with emergency services to deeper discussions about family dynamics, generational differences, and the importance of empathy. Movie discussions include a World War II film The Six Triple Eight and re-watching old favorites like 'Golden Girls.' Sarah narrates a touching story about selling a kayak to a mother of an autistic child, and the trio reflects on their role as a transitional generation. The podcast concludes with affirmations of mutual appreciation and their impact on bridging generational gaps.

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On this episode of 'Pouring Over Pitches,' hosts Sarah, Jake, and Laurie delve into the world of Hallmark movies while tasting Lori's Whiskey Sour. They discuss Hallmark's formulaic yet comforting appeal, talk about their favorite Christmas movies, and explore the role of nostalgia in traditional holiday films. Guest Audrey brings Hallmark Movie Bingo, adding a fun twist. The discussion veers towards personal anecdotes about holiday traditions, the nature of consumerism, and the role of escapism in media, comparing the feel-good nature of Hallmark films with other forms of entertainment, including nostalgic TV shows, quirky personal traditions, and even plunging briefly into a conversation about porn parodies. Throughout, the hosts highlight how movies, whether light-hearted or profound, offer audiences hope and a sense of predictability during the holiday season.

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In this episode of 'Pouring Over Pitches,' hosts Sarah, Jake, and Lori start by discussing a spiced apple cider drink recipe made by Jake and then segue into a conversation about The Cure's new album and Robert Smith's enduring vocal quality. They reminisce about a recent concert experience and the resurgence of vinyl records. The discussion shifts to favorite Christmas movies, including 'Die Hard,' 'Love Actually,' 'A Charlie Brown Christmas,' and 'Elf.' The trio also share personal holiday experiences, from unique family traditions and meals to Thanksgiving and Christmas fails. Toward the end, the conversation explores humorous holiday movie ideas and murder mysteries, inspired by real-life interactions and creative musings.