Rudolph Shares Secrets on Conversations with Mrs Claus Podcast Show!

Melbourne, Australia, July 23, 2007 – Rudolph the red-nose reindeer played by comedian Mary Andrews on the podcast show 'Conversations with Mrs. Claus' on the htt://www.TheFamilyYak.com channel. Show host Mrs Claus (the wife of Santa Claus, the jolly fellow with the white beard) played by Christmas author Bernadette Dimitrov visits Rudolph the red-nose reindeer at The North Pole. On this show Rudolph in a fun and warm-hearted conversation shares fascinating insights as to how he over-came his challenges when he first arrived at The North Pole. This show is full inspiration and joy!

This week Mrs Claus reveals a magic secret of Christmas practiced at the North Pole that will show you how to transform your life. Christmas is revealed as being not just about one day of the year but about living and projecting the 'spirit' of Christmas every day for a truly fulfilled and great life from the inside out! This week's secret discovers the number one gift - YOU!

In the ‘Ask Mrs Claus a Question’ segment, Melissa 4 years old and Lucas 10 years old from Melbourne, Australia have their tricky questions answered live on this show. Find out if Mrs Claus has any children and how does Santa make his sleigh go so fast! Bluey Santa's new recruit makes a surprise appearance and drops in with a question for Melissa and Lucas too! Listeners are in for a surprise! Mrs. Claus reveals what really goes on at the North Pole and insights about Santa you never knew! It's a lot of fun!

Conversations with Mrs Claus podcast show visits fascinating guests and experts from around the world each week who reveal Christmas insights and transformational secrets about how to live a happy, healthy, fulfilled, fun, prosperous and loving life. Upcoming guests in this new series include Dr Joe Rubino sharing tips to boost your Self Esteem for success in your relationships, health and prosperity and how to stop sabotaging yourself unconsciously! Rebecca Marina, Energy Transformation exposes how to unblock and cleanse your home & your personal energy field! Plus charismatic speaker Merv Neal, CEO Laughter Yoga International shares the benefits of a good laugh and takes listeners through a Laughter Yoga exercise on this show! Plus there are give-aways and prizes to be won!

Sponsors for Rudolph the red-nose reindeer show are: Kidz Safety Education Group website http://www.kseg.org/, ‘Bluey Santa’s New Recruit’ new children’s story series http://www.HoHoHoChristmas.com and Bark Busters offering a new exciting career for dog lovers http://www.BarkBusters.com

'Conversations with Mrs. Claus' podcast show is a family show that provides a weekly stream of inspiration, insight and connection to fascinating guests world-wide. It's a fun show with something for both young and old. This is a family show that entertains from the heart on http://www.TheFamilyYak.com channel on http://www.Yaktivate.com a global media network.

Contact Information:
Bernadette Dimitrov
(Show host for ‘Conversations with Mrs Claus’ http://www.TheFamilyYak.com
and Christmas Author: http://www.HoHoHoChristmas.com )

Aspiring Santas head to school during the off-season

At seminar, Kriss Kringles learn tricks of their magical trade

12:00 AM CDT on Sunday, June 24, 2007

By MICHAEL E. YOUNG / The Dallas Morning News
myoung@dallasnews.com

In the bright heat of June with Christmas Eve a full six months away, Santa is already preparing for his big day.

MELANIE BURFORD/DMN

'You must have something special as a Santa, something deep inside, a special love of children,' said Tim Connaghan, chancellor of the International University of Santa Claus.

Of course, it's a very big job.

At a small meeting room at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Dallas, 16 Santas and a handful of Mrs. Clauses brushed up on their very special trade in what amounts to two days of graduate-level education for the North Pole crowd.

"Behind the Red Suit – the Business of Santa" covers everything from proper attitude – "Your job is creating happiness" – to tips and techniques for twirling a mustache and filling out a beard that could help those who are a bit thinner than the average Santa.

The living, breathing example of Santa-hood leading the seminar is Santa Tim – Tim Connaghan, chancellor of the International University of Santa Claus and president of the Amalgamated Order of Real Bearded Santas.

Santa Tim, resplendent in bright red pants, red shoes, red belt with an "S" belt buckle and red-and-white-striped shirt, takes this show on the road for much of the year, imparting the latest dos and don'ts in an ever-shifting Christmas landscape.

"The man in the suit, the hat, isn't just a rotund guy with a beard," he said. "You must have something special as a Santa, something deep inside, a special love of children.

"If you don't, they'll know."

Most of all, being Santa is a never-ending job.

Thinking of making a quick trip to the local builders' warehouse after cutting the lawn? Santa Tim advises his colleagues to clean up a little first, pull on a clean T-shirt, maybe a cap, because "any kids who see you will think, 'Is that Santa?' "

There's a whole bagful of responsibility to carry around. It isn't easy being Santa.

Consider the prickly issue of "Merry Christmas." For years, it was Santa's staple. But in an increasingly diverse society, mall operators worry that "Merry Christmas," with its Christian connotations, might offend.

"Here's my best advice," Santa Tim said. "If someone says 'Merry Christmas' to you, say it back to them. Otherwise, say 'Season's greetings' or 'Happy holidays.' "

And speaking of speaking, Santas need to watch their ho-ho-ho's.

A booming greeting as Santa strolls through the mall is one thing. But when a child approaches, lower the volume, he advised.

Santa faces challenges that other holiday figures – the Easter Bunny, for example – don't.

Santa, after all, knows everything, including the names of the children climbing onto his lap. So assistants must be trained to announce each child. That way, Santa can simply reply, "It's wonderful to see you again."

As for the don'ts, well, Santa Tim had quite a list.

Don't deny a child, a la Ralphie in A Christmas Story, who blurted out his desire for a Red Ryder BB gun only to hear, "You'll shoot your eye out, kid."

Never correct or reprimand a child, no matter how much a harried mom or dad might appreciate it.

Never flirt, never smoke, never drink.

And never, ever promise a gift, Santa Tim said, even if you see Mom nodding affirmatively from the corner of your eye.

"If they haven't bought it yet and the store sells out before they get it, guess who the bad guy is?"

Santas like Marshall Priest of Waskom, Texas, who works at a Bass Pro Shop in nearby Bossier City, La., hear incredible requests, like the one from a 3-year-old who wanted a shotgun.

But they also receive loads of love.

"Nothing makes you feel better than having one of these little ones throw their arms out and hug you," said Jerry Turner of Littleton, Colo.

Mostly, being Santa means bringing joy, and finding it.

Even a few unexpected delays couldn't dampen that.

When Santa Tim asked if the Santas wanted to stay until 6 p.m. Saturday to cover the course load, no one balked.

"We can stay until 9," said Gerald Roberts of Dallas. "This is great!

"I haven't had this much fun since last Christmas!"

Posted by Bernadette Dimitrov Christmas Author www.HoHoHoChristmas.com
Podcast Host 'Conversations with Mrs Claus www.TheFamilyYak.com

International University of Santa

Santa is already preparing for Christmas

DALLAS, June 25 (UPI) -- It was Christmas during the weekend at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, as mall Santas brushed up on their skills in two days of Santa classes.

Tim Connaghan, or "Santa Tim," leads the seminar, in which future mall Santas learn the dos and don'ts of the modern Santa, The Dallas Morning News reported.

"Behind the Red Suit -- the Business of Santa" offers tips for etiquette, like toning down a booming "ho ho ho" when small children are around. Also, Connaghan advises Santas never to correct, reprimand or deny a child.

The seminar also offers tips on how to get around modern obstacles like the "Merry Christmas" vs. "Seasons Greetings" controversy -- which has become a stickier issue as U.S. culture has become more ethnically diverse.

"Here's my best advice," Connaghan told the newspaper. "If someone says 'Merry Christmas' to you, say it back to them. Otherwise, say 'Season's greetings' or 'Happy holidays.'"

Sixteen Santas -- and even a few Mrs. Clauses -- attended Connaghan's seminar, which he calls the International University of Santa. By Copyright 2007 United Press International, Inc.

Posted by:

Bernadette Dimitrov www.HoHoHoChristmas.com
wwwTheFamilyYak.com

Mrs Claus Visits Christmas Author Chris Byrnes in Japan - Discover Fascinating Insights & Get a Free Christmas Craft Ebook!

(PRLEAP.COM) Melbourne, Australia July 2, 2007 - Podcast show ‘Conversations with Mrs. Claus’ on the www.TheFamilyYak.com channel features show host Mrs. Claus (the wife of Santa Claus, the jolly fellow with the white beard) visiting Christopher Byrnes, Christmas publisher and author in Japan. On this show Chris in a warm-hearted conversation shares fascinating insights as he reminisces about Christmas celebrations both in Japan where he has lived for the past eight years and in England his home-town. Christmas in Japan is revealed as a celebration with no resemblance to what we know in the west accept for the commercial trimmings. Chris gives away a new Christmas resource ebook with a step by step origami Christmas tree craft activity for children and adults alike to enjoy!

This week Mrs. Claus reveals a magic secret of Christmas practiced at the North Pole that will show you how to transform your life. Christmas is revealed as being not just about one day of the year but about living and projecting the ‘spirit’ of Christmas every day for a truly fulfilled and great life from the inside out!

In the ‘Ask Mrs Claus a Question’ segment, Ivana from Bulgaria has her question answered “What language does Santa speak?” Listeners are in for a surprise! Mrs. Claus reveals what goes on at the North Pole and insights about Santa you never knew! It’s a lot of fun!

Bluey Santa’s new recruit announces the winner of this month’s prize: a copy of The HoHoHo Factor, Christmas resource ebook. Bluey shares Daniel from Canada’s winning email and announces a new question for next month’s prize.

Mrs Claus visits fascinating guests and experts from around the world each week who reveal Christmas insights and transformational secrets about how to live a happy, healthy, fulfilled, fun, prosperous and loving life.

Sponsors for this show are: Kidz Safety Education Group website http://www.kseg.org/, ‘Bluey Santa’s New Recruit’ new children’s story series www.HoHoHoChristmas.com and Women’s Safety Education Group http://www.wseg.org/

‘Conversations with Mrs. Claus’ podcast show is a family show that provides a weekly stream of inspiration, insight and connection to fascinating guests world-wide. It’s a fun show with something for both young and old. This is a family show that entertains from the heart on Yaktivate.com’s The Family Yak channel.


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Contact Information:
Bernadette Dimitrov
Show Host & Christmas Author: www.HoHoHoChristmas.com