Advent 2025 E4 - Here Comes Santa Claus...
🎙️ Day 4 – Here Comes Santa Claus
Miller Morning Madhouse Audio Advent Calendar
Miller Morning Madhouse Audio Advent Calendar
Today’s episode is a nostalgic sleigh ride through the exact moment each of the Madhouse crew discovered the truth about Santa Claus — and how that moment shaped the chaotic Christmas adults they eventually became.
Jen Pancake realized the truth at age three or four, thanks to her legendary snooping skills and her mom’s dangerously disorganized closet full of shoes and poorly hidden toys. Scramble found out the classic way — a loudmouth kid at school ruined it — though he still believed hard enough to miss blatantly obvious gift clues. And Pancake admits he not only knew early, but he manipulated what his younger siblings circled in the Sears catalog so he could benefit from their gifts. (Teddy Ruxpin blasting Van Halen? Absolutely.)
The group reflects on wish books, Spiegel catalogs, gifts hidden in increasingly lazy places, and the absolute collapse of parental effort as more kids were added to the house. In short: Christmas magic dies slowly… but hilariously.
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🧠 All In Jest Trivia — Last Fridays at the Gardner Center
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🎭 Miller Community Theatre — Watch for upcoming audition announcements
👕 SoCoolShirts.com — Wear Your Weird
🧠 All In Jest Trivia — Last Fridays at the Gardner Center
🎁 Indie Indie Bang Bang — The best cards, gifts & socks on Lake Street
🎭 Miller Community Theatre — Watch for upcoming audition announcements
- (00:43) - Introduction to Holiday Realities
- (03:01) - Discovering Santa's Secrets
- (07:08) - Influencing Siblings' Christmas Lists
- (08:18) - The Decline of Holiday Magic
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.