Advent 2025 E1 - Grandma got run over by a Burro...
From the snowy shores of Miller Beach comes the first-ever Miller Morning Madhouse Advent Calendar — a daily December podcast event filled with festive chaos, emotional baggage, muppet-style storytelling, and more holiday drama than a Frankfort HOA meeting.
🎙️ Episode 1: Grandma Got Run Over by a Burro
It’s 1978 in Blue Island, Illinois. Little Jerry Pancake, wearing his Mister Rogers clip-on tie and an excessive level of enthusiasm, belts out Feliz Navidad at the Lincoln School Holiday Concert. The problem? The neighborhood wasn't emotionally or culturally ready for José Feliciano.
🎙️ Episode 1: Grandma Got Run Over by a Burro
It’s 1978 in Blue Island, Illinois. Little Jerry Pancake, wearing his Mister Rogers clip-on tie and an excessive level of enthusiasm, belts out Feliz Navidad at the Lincoln School Holiday Concert. The problem? The neighborhood wasn't emotionally or culturally ready for José Feliciano.
Jerry sang. Grandma raged.
Dad panicked.
Mom packed.
And just like that, Grandma declared, “We’re moving to Frankfort! They only have one stoplight, and nobody sings in Spanish!”
Dad panicked.
Mom packed.
And just like that, Grandma declared, “We’re moving to Frankfort! They only have one stoplight, and nobody sings in Spanish!”
The family left Blue Island faster than you can say Prospero Año y Felicidad, all because a kindergarten kid sang a Mexican Christmas song with Muppet-level passion and rhythm sticks. Grandma blamed the song, the school, and most importantly — the burro Jerry drew in crayon on their Christmas card.
This magical (and mildly unstable) holiday production is proudly sponsored by:
👕 SoCoolShirts.com – Wear Your Weird.
🧠 All In Jest Trivia – Last Friday of every month, Marshall J. Gardner Center.
🎁 Indie Indie Bang Bang – On Lake Street. Holiday gifts, cards, and the kind of ornaments you can’t explain to children.
🎭 Miller Community Theatre – Putting Miller Beach on Stage, one local legend at a time.
This magical (and mildly unstable) holiday production is proudly sponsored by:
👕 SoCoolShirts.com – Wear Your Weird.
🧠 All In Jest Trivia – Last Friday of every month, Marshall J. Gardner Center.
🎁 Indie Indie Bang Bang – On Lake Street. Holiday gifts, cards, and the kind of ornaments you can’t explain to children.
🎭 Miller Community Theatre – Putting Miller Beach on Stage, one local legend at a time.
- (00:43) - Holiday Greetings from the Breakfast Bunch
- (02:13) - Jerry Pancake's Holiday Memories
- (05:16) - The Move That Changed Everything
Creators and Guests
Host
Jerry Pancake
Co-host and resident personality on SoCoolPodcast, Jerry Pancake is equal parts entertainer, storyteller, and small-town legend. Hailing from Miller Beach, Indiana, Jerry brings his unique blend of local flavor, humor, and unfiltered thoughts to every episode. With roots in a community that’s as gritty as it is endearing, Jerry tackles everything from obscure trivia and wild local tales to sharp, laugh-out-loud commentary on anything under the sun. Known for his off-the-cuff insights and a knack for capturing the “what if” moments of life, he’s the heart of the SoCoolPodcast.
Host
Josh Scramble
Josh Scramble, the man with the voice that sounds like your favorite diner’s third cup of coffee—strong, a little gritty, and just the right amount of warm. Scramble isn’t just a co-host on the Miller Morning Madhouse, he’s the ultimate sidekick and instigator. With a knack for digging up Miller Beach's wildest stories, he's known for his quick-witted comebacks and unique comedic edge. Beyond his mic persona, Josh moonlights as a creator of beloved characters like Chuck Roundsteak, a voice that’s been gracing airwaves and kitchens for a decade. When he's not stirring up a laugh or two, you can find him diving deep into the latest Yelp review drama or holding court at local trivia nights with his All In Jest event series. He’s here to remind us all that life’s too short not to laugh at the absurd—and Josh has plenty of it in store.
Guest
Jen Pancake
🎙️ A versatile voice on the Miller Morning Madhouse, Jen brings a range of colorful characters to life, adding flair and fun to every episode. She’s also the voice of Jerry on the Jerry and Gerald Podcast.