2025 Podsmas Day 9: Merchants of Joy, Senior Gifts & Holiday News

Day 9 of the 12 Days of Podsmas is packed with holiday stories, community highlights, and seasonal conversations. We kick things off talking about The Merchants of Joy, a brand-new Prime Video Original Christmas movie, and how it fits into this year’s lineup of festive films.

We also get into Christmas scams — the red flags to watch out for, the new tricks that pop up every season, and how to protect yourself and your loved ones during the holidays.

Then we spotlight a beautiful local story: Rachel Hess from Brigham City, who is collecting Christmas gifts for senior citizens in her community. We talk about why this matters, how these acts of kindness impact lives, and ways people can support similar efforts in their own neighborhoods.
To round it out, we dive into the iconic Grand America Hotel holiday events — their decorations, traditions, displays, and why it continues to be one of Utah’s top Christmas destinations.

A fun, heartfelt, and seasonal episode with a mix of news, joy, and holiday awareness.
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