It’s a special day in the world of The Bad Broadcast— Coco's first birthday! Today, I’m sharing a heartfelt reflection on the wild, beautiful, and sometimes messy journey of my first year as a mom. From getting lost in motherhood to finding myself in unexpected ways, I’ll talk about balancing my needs with the fear of seeming selfish.

Then, we’re diving headfirst into the holiday season with some festive fun! We’re talking about the best and worst Christmas movies, songs, foods, and traditions that make this time of year so magical. Whether you’re wrapping presents, sipping hot cocoa, or hiding from family drama, let's get cozy.

So grab your Santa hat and tune in—it’s time to celebrate life, love, and the most wonderful time of the year!

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Welcome to the 2024 pop culture recap! This year was one for the girly pops, from Brat Summer to Wicked, and of course, Mother Taylor. Madi shares some of your favorite moments, highlighting influencers you loved and Olympic moments that brought the world together (read: Ilona Maher). May the rest of your December be truly magical! And if it’s not, try holding space for Defying Gravity.

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If your Thanksgiving included weird uncles, chain restaurants, or fighting over board games, you’re in good company! Today, Madi weighs in on listener-submitted stories all aboutTurkey Day. She recaps her own November, as well as shares some of her most sage advice yet: when it comes to the holidays, do whatever sounds the most fun. As a bonus, the weekly REPORT returns. What’s Madi reading, eating, and treating? Listen along to find out.

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