A Christmas Story | Tale of Tape (from the Vault #476)

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Dec 25, 2025

Explore fond memories of watching 'A Christmas Story' with a nostalgic twist. Scoots humorously compares his recollections to the actual film, diving into Ralphie's Christmas wishes and daydreams. Expect amusing tales of childhood antics, school bullying, and family dynamics. The iconic leg lamp and Christmas morning surprises add to the charm. Amidst laughter and mishaps, the episode captures the sweet chaos of the holidays, leaving listeners in a cozy, reflective mood.

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INSIGHT

Podcast As A Bedside Companion

Sleep With Me creates a calm, nonjudgmental space using rambling, soothing narration.
Scoots frames the show as a bedside companion to set aside worries and ease into sleep.

ADVICE

Choose Your Listening Mode

Choose how you listen: active, passive, or reflective to suit your sleep needs.
Scoots advises no pressure and says listeners can fall asleep whenever they want.

ANECDOTE

Memory Of A Christmas Movie

Scoots shares fuzzy memory of A Christmas Story and admits he doesn't recall all details.
He plans to watch the film while narrating his fragmented recollections to the audience.

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What is more reliable, Scoots’ memory of watching “A Christmas Story” on VHS or the actual movie? Does Ralphie or Mikey want a fun machine for Christmas? What year is it? Sleep as this is more swirly and less surly, like a loosely defined treat.

This is a special release from the SWM Vault. It’s been remastered and re-edited, but it might be a little looser than a new episode. If you want access to the full vault, you can join Sleep With Me Plus at sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus

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