Love this podcast! Always a great listen!

I had often found what I had believed to had been certain parts of what I had believed to had been certain installments of this "Totally Rad Christmas" to had been interesting, enjoyable, likeable, and unlikeable (or unenjoyable, ridiculous, vulgar, insulting, and detrimental).

As a Gen Xer (kid in the 80’s, teenager in the early 90’s) this podcast hits every nostalgic sweet spot. Gerry is a delight and it’s obvious he has a real affinity for everything he covers. I definitely prefer when he covers movies and TV and generally skip the episodes where he dissects pieces of music and specific songs. Most of the guests add a lot of fun insight to the discussions. A few exceptions were the two annoying, drunk ladies on the Who’s the Boss episode and the woman who seemed really bored and disinterested in the NKOTB episodes. I was really looking forward to those episodes, but the cohosts made them unlistenable. Also, you would think the Rankin Bass “expert” (Rick something) would be a treasure trove of information, but his voice and delivery is like watching paint dry 😴 Fortunately there have only been a few misses in a string of great episodes.

If you grew up in the 80s, you won't find a better podcast than Totally Rad Christmas. Gerry's a great host, and I'm not saying that just because he's had me on so many times.

Gerry always has great topics to discuss, being a kid in the 80's as well, we both have very similar tastes, so the episodes and topics line up with ALL the stuff im into! :)

This is such a Fantastic show. Hooked on every episode. Great nostalgic view of the 80s and Christmas

The concept is cool, production quality is good and the host is likable. BUT there are two things holding the show back from being a solid 4 star podcast. 1) Overall the show is a celebration of GenX/Early Millennial nostalgia, so it is likely that the listener would pick an episode that covers a topic that they themselves have fond memories of. Usually the show delivers on that- EXCEPT when the host himself covers something he personally doesn’t have nostalgia for. In that case, he’ll spend the episode being negative about it, or saying “I don’t know, I don’t get it” and “It doesn’t make any sense.” over and over. It’s very irritating, and also brings me to my 2nd issue with the show… 2) There are Guests (and often reoccurring Guests) that can easily derail and ruin the show. Sometimes the host doesn’t have chemistry with the guest, or the guest themselves don’t have much to say, OR they don’t know when to shut up. It can range from mildly awkward and boring to excruciatingly painful. Tastes will vary of course, but there is one Reoccurring Guest that is insufferable and his presence is always an instant episode skip for me. I won’t name him, but he and Simpsons Comic Book Guy share alot in common. Smug, perpetually negative, pretentious, a little effeminate and alot overweight. Everything is “awful” and “terrible” with this guy. I get the impression that the host, who is generally light-hearted upbeat type personality, is tickled by his curmudgeonly Guest, finding his negativity to be humorous? Idk I’m just speculating. Either way, the dude ruins every episode he’s on and he’s on A LOT of episodes. I started this review angrily intending to give it 1 Star, but that’s not really fair to the Host. The show is overall good and worth giving a chance. I just wish he’d stop having that F’ing neckbeard on.

I love Gerry Davila’s podcast! I was introduced to him by listening to him guest host on another podcast I love ’Tis the Podcast’. I don’t get to catch him live or when it is released, so I miss out my opportunities to comment, but my memories of totally awesome Christmases and holiday seasons are brought to the forefront of my mind. Thank you for your Totally Rad Podcast! <3

Talks to much about things not related to Christmas and laughs to much both host and guests.

I just loved this episode and the guest you had on who is excellent by the way had such a good take on the humor of newhart and all the nuances.Especially when he noted that sometimes the funniest moments are the silent ones which is so true it’s almost uncomfortable and you just laugh! Also correct is the fact the show flies right under the radar it’s one of the funniest shows ever I don’t even think it makes a top 20 of the greatest comedy shows of all time and it really should it should be in the top 10For the dry humor it’s just so awesome that you guys are recognizing it. Keep up the great work with the 80s it was a great time to grow up in the shower really is so nostalgic for me and I just love every episode. Wendy Colchester CT

Attention! The Ber Months have started! If you love the 80's and Christmas...this is a must listen!

This podcast is so much fun. I discovered it through the Christmas Past podcast and can’t stop listening to it. The pop culture reviews are so spot on. Sometimes I wish I could respond to the conversations directly.Holidays and the 80’s are definitely a happy place!

Great podcast from a host that really loves Christmas for the right reasons. Good guests and topics as well. The only feedback I’d give, and I’m not trying to be mean here, is that you can tell how much he loves music and how badly he wants to be a good singer but it’s not there. Pull back on the singing attempts or get lessons😊

Eighties? Check. Christmas? Check. Nostalgia? Check. Gerry D. packs it all into this super awesome podcast. He keeps the ‘Christmas feels’ alive and well all year long!

It feels to me like there’s always been a ton of nostalgic Christmas stuff out there for Baby Boomers. I’ve always wished there was some thing from my generation that just focused on Christmas when you were a kid. Here it is and I love it.

Gerry's embrace of two of the funnest things on earth - the 1980s and Christmas - has led to a highly entertaining show. If it came from the eighties and celebrated Christmas (Spider-Man, Family Ties, Magnum, PI, etc.), Gerry has you covered. Great show for fans of having fun.

I definitely love Christmas, and I like to be able to enjoy it a little bit throughout the year. This podcast is positive, sweet, and very nostalgic! I don’t hear a lot of negativity or complaining, just the good stuff. It just makes me happy to listen :-)

Just listened to the Prince episode and I am floored. Gerry does such an amazing job giving us great information while keeping it fun and interesting. Thank you for this great podcast!

Listened to the Night Of The Comet episode, and it was a great listen! Gerry and his guest share fun personal anecdotes while commenting on the movie, and that's a nice touch. They also mention things that people might not know about this movie (I certainly didn't!). Overall, it's definitely a recommended podcast for people looking for 80s nostalgia sprinkled with movie trivia. - Chuy EMBL

Great premise, great guests, great host! The premise of the show is a combination of the greatest things ever: Christmastime and the 80s! What could be better?? Gerry is also an amazing host and makes this such a fun listen every episode! Make sure this podcast is under your tree every week!

This podcast rocks. Love the premise. Just listened to the Night of the Comet episode and Gerry just presents like a professional host. Cadence, speech, tone, dude's got the whole package. Guest Scott made some good points too but Gerry clearly knows how to interview and review at the same time. Never saw the movie but now I have to go out and get it. Love a good awesomely bad zombie movie whether intentional or not. Pretty cool that it had two female leads as well. Look forward to hearing more! -CP

I ‘totally’ love this show! Though I am a 90s kid, I was raised on the 80s by my mom and I love love love Christmastime. So you combine those two things plus Gerry’s energy, you come away with a great show! I really enjoy learning little tidbits about different songs/shows/movies that I wasn’t previously privy to, and feel confident I could rock a very specific-themed trivia night!

What a fun podcast!! By putting together two of my all time favorite things together, Christmas and the 80’s, Gerry has created a fantastic concept. His co-hosts are lively and having so much fun talking about precious 80’s Christmas memories. I love this podcast!

Gerry has given me so much more to watch for my Christmas watch list. Love the nostalgic deep dives he goes on and with his guests from all over its full time laughs and feel good feelings

Gerry D is a delightful host with great guests that kept me laughing. From his who’s the boss ep and his great Tony Danza impersonation to his awesome X-men Xmas episode covering a holiday/Alien themed issue - I was engaged! I was laughing and the show did that thing I look for most in a podcast which is to make me wish I was there to contribute to the conversation and also to learn something new that I simply have to look up! Recently looked up an animated Supernatural/Scooby Doo crossover thanks to Gerry, Joe, & Aaron! And SCOOB is now on my to watch list! Christmas is certainly made more RAD by being year round and totally 80s!!!

Totally.

What a great show! The host is so genuine and he know his 1980s Christmas. I love how he covers a mix of tv, movie, toys, musical and other 80s nostalgia. Thanks for taking me back to my childhood and away from the stress of adulthood with every episode.

When I say trip, I mean trip... Another type of time machine!! Gerry and guests just brighten up your day! Christmas and the 80’s? Yes please! Enjoy the ride in the Delorean of podcasts!!

If you’re not hooked from the moment you hear the theme song, I’d check to make sure you still have a pulse. A great magnifying glass for how crazy fun Christmastime in the 80’s was. With a wide variety of topics to cover under its overall umbrella there’s something new and interesting to discover each episode!

Gerry does a fantastic job walking us down memory lane, and helping discover some coolness from the 1980s. So trim the tree, bake some cookies, because this podcast is going 88 mph…

A trip down memory lane to good times during Christmas in the 80's. Takes me back every time! Right on, dude!

If you love Christmas and the '80s, you'll love this show.

Love this podcast. Gerry is a totally rad host and entertainer. Great podcast!

This podcast is an excellent trip down 80’s Christmas memory lane. Each podcast features what made the 80’s great as a kid as it truly was the best era to grow up in.

I first came to “know” Gerry from Tis The Podcast and was delighted to see he started up his own podcast. Totally Rad goes down nostalgia lane in the 80s and Gerry is such a fun guy to listen to!

I've been hooked on this podcast since the first episode. As an 80s kid and Christmas fanatic, this podcast checks 2 boxes for me. It brings back so many memories and Gerry's 80s knowledge is seemingly limitless. I'm such a fan, I dont even use iTunes but I had to download it just to tell everyone how awesome Totally Rad Christmas is! Definitely worth a listen!

I love this podcast. Each episode is nostalgic and indulges my Christmas love. I feel warm, happy feelings every time I listen. Can’t recommend enough.

This podcast is great! It’s very clean and well put together. It’s awesome getting a chance to revisit parts of Christmas that every 80’s kid can remember.