Advent 2025 E10 - It Was the Best of Times...
Episode 10 – It Was the Best of Times…
A micro-dose of smart-ass notes to listen while it snows.
December 10th brings a burst of Christmas nostalgia as Josh and Jerry share their best childhood gifts—bikes of every flavor, from neon-orange Huffys to yellow-fendered BMX dream machines. Jen remembers her pink Huffy and the day four-year-old her taught herself to ride by grabbing parked cars and hoping for the best.
Jerry also recalls his ultimate 1980s Christmas: a Betamax, Mattel handheld games, and the mighty Atari 800—thanks to McCormick Place vendors who didn’t want to ship their demo units home. Of course, not every Christmas was magical… Pancake relives the trauma of receiving a stocking full of Slim Jims instead of the robot he desperately wanted.
A warm, chaotic trip through the best (and worst) gifts of childhood.
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🧠 All In Jest Trivia – Last Friday monthly at the Marshall J. Gardner Center.
🎭 Miller Community Theatre – Visit MillerCommunityTheatre.com for auditions.
🛍️ Indy Indy Bang Bang – Shop local this holiday season.
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.