"Behind the Beard" with Brandon Rice

North Pole Radio by Matt Spaulding

May 15, 202658:29Leisure

This episode, Matt welcomes documentary filmmaker Brandon Rice, whose upcoming film, "Behind the Beard: Making Santa Real", explores some of the heart and motivation of the people who make Christmas magic.

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