Mike Federico

Mike Federico, an actor and writer turned English professor, shares his wild journey as 'Grumpy Santa' on a chaotic promotional tour. He recounts the bizarre logistics of flying to 66 locations in just 12 days, which turned him from cheerful to grumpy due to exhaustion and health issues. Mike highlights conflicts with a persistent cameraman and recounts a health scare in Montana that added to the ordeal. Despite expecting praise upon returning, he learns the entire stunt was a financial flop. This hilarious yet eye-opening tale reflects the unpredictability of chasing acting dreams.