Episode 111

Morning 6-Pack - Signs You Might Be a Christmas Aholic!

Published on: 24th December, 2025

Morning 6-Pack - Are You a Christmas Aholic? 🎄😄 Ready to dive into the ho-ho-hilarious world of holiday madness? We’re spilling the beans on the top six signs that you might just be a Christmas aholic! From grinding on Santa’s lap (whoa, TMI) to naming your kids Ho, Ho, and Ho, we’ve got the festive giggles covered. Plus, we’re talking about how most of us are decking the halls and sipping cocoa, with stats that'll make you say “wow, are we really that into this?” So, grab your cocoa, cozy up, and let’s find out if you’ve gone full-on Christmas crazy! 🎅✨ The holiday season is here, and you know what that means—it's time to deck the halls and maybe even deck your sanity! Haystack dives into the festive frenzy with a hilarious breakdown of how we celebrate the holidays. Did you know a whopping 86% of us are getting our holiday cheer on? Yup, that's a huge chunk of folks ready to spread the joy, and 87% are already eyeing those decorations like a hawk! We're talking lights, ornaments, and maybe a bit of glitter that will never leave your carpet. From sipping hot cocoa (60% of you better have a mug in hand) to looking at lights (70% of us are basically holiday tourists in our neighborhoods), this episode is packed with the good stuff. And let's not forget the holiday parties and the awkward family gatherings (48% are braving that!). Plus, we're serving up the top six signs that you might just be a Christmas-aholic. Spoiler alert: if you're grinding on Santa's lap, it's time to take a step back! So grab those eggnog lattes and tune in for a jolly good time, complete with laughs and maybe a few too many Christmas puns. Alrighty folks, buckle up because we’re diving headfirst into the holiday craziness! We've got Haystack leading the charge, and it’s all about figuring out just how far we go to celebrate the season. With 86% of us ready to jingle all the way, what are the signs that someone’s gone a lil’ overboard in the Christmas department? Spoiler: if your car looks like Rudolph threw up on it, you might have a problem! Haystack breaks it down with a mix of stats and giggles, revealing that 75% of us are jamming to holiday tunes while 70% are cruising around looking at lights. And don't get me started on the hot cocoa! But wait—what’s a holiday season without the top six signs you might be a Christmas-aholic? From naming your kids Ho, Ho, and Ho (seriously, what?) to having a Christmas sweater for every day of the month, you're in for a wild ride. So if you're ready for a merry mix of laughter and festive fun, hit play and let's celebrate the season together! Who’s ready to get their holiday cheer on? Haystack is back with a bang, serving up all the festive feels and a whole lot of laughs! We kick things off with some mind-blowing stats—86% of us are getting our holiday groove on! Plus, 87% of us are throwing up decorations like they’re going out of style. And if you’re part of the 60% craving hot cocoa, you’re in good company! As we unravel the ways we celebrate, we also dish out the top six signs you might be a Christmas-aholic. If you find yourself grinding on Santa's lap or have named your kids after Santa’s catchphrases, it’s time for a holiday intervention! Haystack keeps it light and punny as we explore the wild world of holiday traditions and the sometimes absurd lengths we go to for that festive spirit. So grab your favorite holiday snack, settle in, and let’s laugh our way through the season!

Transcript
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Good morning.

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It's haystack.

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And with it being Christmas time, there are of course a lot of like, holiday polls looking at what we do, how we celebrate Christmas.

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And the biggest thing for those that are going to celebrate is decorations.

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Now, 86% of us are going to celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or some other winter holiday.

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That is the number one statistic about winter holidays is 86%.

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87% will put up some kind of decoration of those that are celebrating.

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And again, of those that are celebrating, here are the other ways they celebrate.

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75% will listen to Christmas music or watch at least one holiday movie.

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70% to go look at lights.

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60% hope for at least one cup of hot cocoa.

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48% to attend at least one holiday party.

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44% will send at least one card.

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I was a little surprised it's still that high.

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I wonder if that Includes E cards.

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42% to attend a religious service.

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And coming in at number 10, the top 10 ways we celebrate.

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22% hope to kiss someone under the mistletoe.

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Let's see here.

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I've got a couple more.

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19% to build a snowman.

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14% to make a snow angel.

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That's not gonna happen around here for Christmas.

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Most Christmas mornings will have fewer than 10 people in attendance.

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39% said less than five.

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So it's just immediate family.

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Two thirds of families will hang stockings for Santa to fill.

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I adore my stocking.

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It's got my name on it.

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It's what I was brought home from the hospital.

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And 45% of people will leave out milk and cookies on Christmas Eve.

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But with the holiday season upon us, how do we know if someone's gone a little too overboard for Christmas?

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Well, we don't know if they've lost it and gone way too Christmassy until now.

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Well, gather round, folks.

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It's the time of day when we laugh and smile in a light hearted way.

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Tune in for the giggles and let's kick back.

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Here comes the fun.

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It's the morning six pack.

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These are the top six signs.

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The top six signs that you are a Christmas aholic.

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That maybe you have a Christmas problem.

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Number six, you don't just sit on Santa's lap.

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You grind on Santa's lap.

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Oh.

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Number five, you named your three daughters Ho, ho and ho.

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Number four, you decorate your car with antlers and a red nose and hooves and fur.

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Okay.

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You travel by reindeer.

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Yeah, that's a problem.

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Number three, you have a Christmas sweater for every day of the month.

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And I'm talking about July number two.

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You actually answer the door when carolers are outside.

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And the number one sign?

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You are a Christmas aholic.

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You want to go all Luigi Mangioni on the Grinch?

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Enjoy Haysnacks, the bite-sized comedy podcast from Northwest Arkansas’s own Haystack—morning radio’s master of mischief on 106.5 KBVA and 96.7 The Bull. Each episode packs in the best moments from Haystack’s daily shows, including fan-favorite highlights, his legendary “morning six pack” top 6 lists, and the hilarious weekly phone call with his super-redneck pal, Alabama Bama. Don’t miss the Saturday “Leftovers” episode, where Haystack serves up the jokes and bits that didn’t make it on air (due to time, or because they were too weird or wild). Designed for busy listeners, Haysnacks delivers quick, snackable laughs whenever you need them—perfect for your commute, coffee break, or anytime you want a dose of fun.

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