The Hallmark Channel has found a cash cow with their Countdown to Christmas, attracting around 80 million viewers during the 8-week event. These films are a cultural phenomenon. Why are they so popular? After all, they are predictable and a little cheesy. Why do we love them so much?

Catherine has a theory on that, which is both enlightening and entertaining. The answer is very significant both culturally and spiritually. In this episode of CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD, Catherine identifies what we are really looking for when we imbibe hours of this fluffy, feel-good entertainment. And then she points us towards what we really need.

ARTICLES REFERENCED:

“Why Are So Many People Obsessed with Hallmark Movies?” https://bit.ly/3swRhdL

“Hallmark Christmas Movies: Five Reasons To Be Careful”: https://bit.ly/3E7qPJK

“Should Christians Be Concerned by the LGBTQ Direction in Hallmark Movies?”: https://bit.ly/3e7wWDl

“How Should Christians Talk to Their Kids about LGBTQ Issues?”: https://bit.ly/3EeMTSP

“Is It Possible to Be a Christian and a Modern Feminist?”: https://bit.ly/3Ee14az

STATISTICS MENTIONED:

“How Hallmark Takes Over Your TV Every Christmas” by Emily VanDerWerff, Vox https://bit.ly/3H06cB6

“Why Netflix Is Making Hallmark Christmas Movies” by Caroline Fox, Screenrant https://bit.ly/3GVQHKr

“The Impact of Coronavirus on Cable TV is Mixed” by Brad Adgate, Forbes https://bit.ly/3padw76

PODCASTS & BLOGS REFERENCED:

CPCW Episode 13: “Four Types of Prayer Every Believer Should Know”: https://bit.ly/30Hpz2a

“I Want to Live in a Hallmark Film”: https://catherinesegars.com/2019/11/26/i-want-to-live-in-a-hallmark-film/

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Follow Catherine:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherinesegars/
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Episode Image Credit: Getty/Svitlana Tytska

The Hallmark Channel has found a cash cow with their Countdown to Christmas, attracting around 80 million viewers during the 8-week event. These films are a cultural phenomenon. Why are they so popular? After all, they are predictable and a little cheesy. Why do we love them so much? Catherine has a theory on that, which is both enlightening and entertaining. The answer is very significant both culturally and spiritually. In this episode of CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD, Catherine identifies what we are really looking for when we imbibe hours of this fluffy, feel-good entertainment. And then she points us towards what we really need. ARTICLES REFERENCED: “Why Are So Many People Obsessed with Hallmark Movies?” <a href="https://bit.ly/3swRhdL" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3swRhdL</a> “Hallmark Christmas Movies: Five Reasons To Be Careful”: <a href="https://bit.ly/3E7qPJK" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3E7qPJK</a> “Should Christians Be Concerned by the LGBTQ Direction in Hallmark Movies?”: <a href="https://bit.ly/3e7wWDl" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3e7wWDl</a> “How Should Christians Talk to Their Kids about LGBTQ Issues?”: <a href="https://bit.ly/3EeMTSP" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3EeMTSP</a> “Is It Possible to Be a Christian and a Modern Feminist?”: <a href="https://bit.ly/3Ee14az" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3Ee14az</a> STATISTICS MENTIONED: “How Hallmark Takes Over Your TV Every Christmas” by Emily VanDerWerff, Vox <a href="https://bit.ly/3H06cB6" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3H06cB6</a> “Why Netflix Is Making Hallmark Christmas Movies” by Caroline Fox, Screenrant <a href="https://bit.ly/3GVQHKr" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3GVQHKr</a> “The Impact of Coronavirus on Cable TV is Mixed” by Brad Adgate, Forbes <a href="https://bit.ly/3padw76" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/3padw76</a> PODCASTS & BLOGS REFERENCED: CPCW Episode 13: “Four Types of Prayer Every Believer Should Know”: <a href="https://bit.ly/30Hpz2a" rel="noopener">https://bit.ly/30Hpz2a</a> “I Want to Live in a Hallmark Film”: <a href="https://catherinesegars.com/2019/11/26/i-want-to-live-in-a-hallmark-film/" rel="noopener">https://catherinesegars.com/2019/11/26/i-want-to-live-in-a-hallmark-film/</a> *** Follow Catherine: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/catherinesegars/" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/catherinesegars/</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/motherhoodfaithandculture/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/motherhoodfaithandculture/</a> Episode Image Credit: Getty/Svitlana Tytska

The Christian Parent, Crazy World podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.

Topics covered on this podcast include:
What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith
Can Our Words Change the Future?
Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?
13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year
5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z
What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?
How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview 
Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children

Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

The Christian Parent, Crazy World&nbsp;podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.
Topics covered on this podcast include:
<ul>
<li>What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith</li>
<li>Can Our Words Change the Future?</li>
<li>Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?</li>
<li>13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year</li>
<li>5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z</li>
<li>What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?</li>
<li>How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children</li>
</ul>
Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

Christian Parent, Crazy World is a podcast dedicated to helping you be a godly parent in an ungodly world.

Christian Parent, Crazy World

Christian Parent Crazy World

The Hallmark Channel has found a cash cow with their Countdown to Christmas, attracting around 80 million viewers during the 8-week event. These films are a cultural phenomenon. Why are they so popular? After all, they are predictable and a little...