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Awesome Kid Gets Mad Singing 12 Days of Christmas [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:20:58 +0000

If THIS performance of ‘12 days of Christmas‘ doesn’t make you smile, there is something wrong with you…. Poor number 7….numbers 1-6 are officially scared of you.

How Men View Christmas Shopping [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:04:17 +0000

Holiday shopping can be daunting for even the most experienced of gift givers. But women know how to get the job done. Men tend to wait till December 23rd to even begin to tackle their Christmas list. Here's a humorous take on shopping through a guy's eyes.

Woman Posing as Employee Sells Christmas Trees and Pockets Cash [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 13:26:06 +0000

A woman shouting ‘Hey, $20 trees!’ recently duped shoppers at a lot selling Christmas trees for charity. The thief made off with all her profits. The Grinch who stole people’s money sold nine trees before fleeing the tree lot in Tacoma, Washington owned by Justin Mayfield. Some of Mayfield’s customers think that’s as low as [...]

What's Left for You to Do Before Christmas? [POLL]

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:47:54 +0000

Christmas is officially less than 2 weeks away! What do you still have left to do? Take today’s poll!

Best Twas The Night Before Christmas Reading EVER [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:27:04 +0000

Grab your PJ's and Hot Chocolate, it's time for another reading of 'Twas the night before Christmas'....read by Jimmy Fallon and Tracy Morgan.

Elf on the Shelf Tracker–Where's Yours? [PHOTOS]

Heather DeLuca — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:00:36 +0000

This holiday season, the Elf is never just on his shelf. We found him taking a candy bath in one Williamstown home this morning. So, Where’s your Elf? Share your photos with us! –Kara Basedow of Flemington, N.J. found her house guest sneaking a maple-flavored snack. [...]

Mariah Carey Christmas Classic Gets the Fallon Treatment [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 19:05:57 +0000

Mariah Carey is responsible for one of the most beloved original Christmas songs of all time. 'All I Want for Christmas is You' has been covered by many artists since its release in 1994, and now Jimmy Fallon is giving it his spin. But Mariah's not about to let the late night host have holiday fun alone.

Watch Real-Life Grinch Steal Christmas Decorations from Neighbors

Donald Deane — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:19:08 +0000

Sure, the holiday season can be a bit of a hassle sometimes, but we’ve never actually tried to ruin Christmas. This Texas man, however, fully embraced his Grinchy nature and was caught on camera stealing Christmas decorations from his neighbors. Surveillance footage shows the man as he pulls up to a home in San Antonio [...]

Am I Allowed to Say Merry Christmas? [POLL]

Tom Morgan — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:40:34 +0000

Over the years, I have found myself saying ‘Happy Holidays’ more than I say ‘Merry Christmas’, because I’m worried I might offend somebody. It’s kinda strange to be honest with you. I always said ‘Merry Christmas’ as a kid. So why do I feel like I’m not allowed to say it now? [...]

SOJO DO YOU KNOW 67% of Adults Will Buy Themselves One of These for Christmas Even Though They Were Made for Kids. What is it?

Tom Morgan — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 07:00:48 +0000

Win a pair of tickets to see Straight No Chaser at Caesars Maximus Theater on Friday December 14!

SOJO DO YOU KNOW 60 Percent of People Will Do This at Stores When Christmas Shopping. What Is It?

Tom Morgan — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 07:00:20 +0000

Win tickets to see 'So You Think You Can Dance' LIVE at Trump Taj Mahal!

Walmart to Kick Off Black Friday Earlier Than Last Year [POLL]

Tom Morgan — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 12:46:24 +0000

It’s hard to believe Black Friday is almost here… But, it’s not hard to believe Black Friday is getting ridiculous. Yes, Walmart will officially be kicking off its holiday sales rush at 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. That’s the world’s largest retailer’s earliest start ever. I for one will not be re-buttoning my pants [...]

Toys R Us and Macy's Will Combine to Form Christmas-Shopping Voltron

Mike Adams — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:23:08 +0000

Toys "R" Us announced earlier this week plans to open up toy departments in some 24 Macy’s retail outlets across the United States, bringing the two retailing giants together just in time for the holiday shopping season.

Can't Be Bothered With Clothes on Christmas, New Poll Finds

Heather DeLuca — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 23:53:25 +0000

Cozy rules in 48% percent of households when Santa comes to town. A new survey finds that nearly half of us stay in our pajamas on Christmas Day. But if we do change into more appropriate attire it’s because we’re forced to try on a gift! You look like a pink nightmare!

Has Your Spouse Been 'Naughty Or Nice' This Year?

Tom Morgan — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 12:45:07 +0000

OK kids, has your spouse/significant other/ whatever/ been naughty or nice this year? It’s not that hard to rat on her/him….right? Then again, it shouldn’t be too hard to compliment him or her either. Comment away! Happy Holidays.

Who Really Likes the Taste of Eggnog, Anyway? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 21:50:32 +0000

Eggnog is one of those drinks we all like to have around the holidays not because it’s our favorite drink, but just because of tradition. However, it turns out that more people actually like the drink than dislike it. According to a new survey from Poll Position, a plurality of 44 percent of the poll’s 1,024 [...]

Should We Tell Santa What You Did? – [VIDEO]

Tom Morgan — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:30:27 +0000

This is hilarious. Although, the more I laugh at this—the more I’m feeling bad for the poor kid.

SoJO Do You Know – Answer

Tom Morgan — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:36:00 +0000

Consumer Reports says you'll spend 3 hours standing in line this holiday season, the Average American will also spend 3 hours doing this. What is it?

Answer: Wrapping Gifts!

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Caption Contest! What Is Going On In This Picture????

Tom Morgan — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 11:15:34 +0000

First off, Happy Holidays from all of us here at SoJO. Don’t ask why Tom Morgan has reindeer antlers on his head–or why Heather is ….shocked? Crying? Scared? YOU fill in the caption!! By the way, Tom’s “Top Gun” sunglasses totally went out of style 20 yrs ago.

It's The Spending, Not The Spirit of Christmas

Heather DeLuca — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:05:22 +0000

When it comes to the holidays, we’re willing to flirt with debt threats to pay for gifts, a new study finds. Nearly 1/3 of shoppers will go into the red acquiring presents, according to YouGov. Most of the debt will result from the use of credit cards, but some gifters said they would even borrow [...]