Last Podcast On The Left Relaxed Fit: Christmas Roundup - My Favorite Things
Dec 25, 2025
Gather around for a thrilling Christmas special filled with tales of holiday horror! Dive into the astonishing connection between the classic song 'White Christmas' and the evacuation of Saigon. Relive the gripping story of Tatiana the Tiger's infamous San Francisco Zoo attack. Learn about the origins and controversies of the carol 'Good King Wenceslas.' Finally, enjoy a humorous poetic rendition of the mysterious Kecksburg UFO incident. Get ready for a festive mix of history, animals, and the paranormal!
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White Christmas As An Evacuation Signal
- Marcus recounts how Armed Forces Radio used "White Christmas" as the evacuation signal during Operation Frequent Wind.
- The song playing created a surreal, Kafka-esque atmosphere as helicopters evacuated Saigon.
Melancholy Behind A Holiday Classic
- Irving Berlin wrote "White Christmas" from grief after losing his infant son on Christmas Day in 1928.
- That origin explains the song's melancholic tone despite its holiday popularity.
Trainer's Arm Severed In 2006 Feeding
- Henry recounts a 2006 feeding where trainer Lori Comjian reached through a feeding door and Tatiana bit off much of her arm.
- Lori survived with partial reattachment and lasting disability after the gruesome mauling.