A Cinematic Christmas Journey

A Cinematic Christmas Journey

Welcome to A Cinematic Christmas Journey, where we explore the themes, scenes, and elements from the movies you love. During the holidays, Christmas movies bring us all together. Join hosts Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne to learn how your favorite films were made with interviews from actors, directors, and industry insiders. Presented by Betterhelp. Sponsored by Traeger and NetSuite

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December 15, 2023 61 mins

In the final episode of Season Two, Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne are discussing one of films greatest achievements, Christmas season or not! After speaking with the cinematographer, reliving the classic action scenes and celebrating ho-ho-ho's, we finally make the case that it is a Christmas movie.


Die Hard is next.


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In season two episode five of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne are discussing the film that spurned a trilogy, added a letter to a famous name, and was an overnight success during it's inagural holiday season.

The hosts are discussing The Santa Clause starring Tim Allen.


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December 1, 2023 52 mins

In season two episode four of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne are discussing the film Peter Billingsley starred in that aired in 2022, a film and title synonymous with the holiday season that was made as a standalone story many years later, A Christmas Story Christmas.

The hosts discuss the film alongside director Clay Kaytis.


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November 27, 2023 66 mins

In season two episode three of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne are discussing Fred Claus, alongside executive producer and star of the film Vince Vaughn.

The hosts discuss a star-studded cast, the legend of Fred Claus, and more in this action packed episode that is sure to be one of the hits of the season.


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November 27, 2023 48 mins

In season two episode two of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne are discussing a famous holiday story, Miracle on 34th Street.

Our hosts discuss Kringle Unplugged, a summertime santa, and much more in this episode and will surely make sure every one of you gets your wish as you relive this timeless classic.


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November 20, 2023 56 mins

In episode one of our new season of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Steve Byrne are discussing the movie that always brings you into the holiday season, Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

They discuss the rewrites, John Candy, art imitating life and more as they kick off season two with the only Thanksgiving movie synonymous with the holidays.


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Welcome back to A Cinematic Journey!


Get back into the holiday spirit starting November 20th with the debut of our newest season of holiday episodes, hosted as always by Peter Billingsley and, new this season, co-hosted by Steve Byrne.


Beginning 11/20 -- Follow along right here on Spotify.


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December 22, 2022 42 mins

In episode six of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Nick Schenk are discussing It's A Wonderful Life. They discuss the legendary and brave career of Jimmy Stewart, the error that led to this movie's rise to popularity, and more as they go through the central themes and scenes of the movie.


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December 20, 2022 48 mins

In episode five of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Nick Schenk are discussing How the Grinch Stole Christmas. They discuss the CIA Operative hired on set, the lack of straight lines, and more as they go through the central themes and scenes of the movie.

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December 19, 2022 50 mins

In episode four of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Nick Schenk are discussing Four Christmases. Vince Vaughn joins to discuss starring in the film as well as his lifelong friendship with Peter B, the many different homes made for the film, and more as they go through the central themes and scenes of the movie. This show is sponsored by Betterhelp. Visit betterhelp.com/Christmas to give the gift of therapy this ...

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December 18, 2022 46 mins

In episode three of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Nick Schenk are discussing Home Alone. Julio Macat joins to discuss the use of a bonus cam, the signature shot of the film, and more as they go through the central themes and scenes of the movie. Julio joins at the (06:50) mark of the episode.

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December 14, 2022 53 mins

In episode two of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Nick Schenk are discussing National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Beverly D'Angelo joins to discuss the use of cue cards, the famous cat scene that was almost removed, and more as they go through the central themes and scenes of the movie. Beverly joins at the (06:13) mark of the episode.


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December 8, 2022 62 mins

In episode one of A Cinematic Christmas Journey, Peter Billingsley and Nick Schenk are discussing A Christmas Story. They discuss how the movie birthed a fourth genre of film, how the cast all tested for each other's roles, and more as they go through the central themes and scenes of the movie. They are joined at (12:58) by Scott Schwartz , R.D. Robb, and Ian Petrella.


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December 7, 2022 2 mins

Welcome to A Cinematic Christmas Journey, where we explore the themes, scenes, and elements from the films you love. Presented by Walmart and Vizio. 


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