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Pedalshift Holiday Spectacular 2024

Shifty Saves the Holidays

[Opening Scene: Sound of jingle bells and whooshing wind. The faint clinking of tools as Shifty the Elf tinkers with a magical sleigh in the background.]

Shifty (excited):

Duuuuuude! Tim told me this would be the year to shine, and what better way than saving the holidays with some pedal-powered magic? But uh… (pauses, worried) I kinda sorta misplaced the holiday cheer for Pedalshift’s big celebration. You know, the joy, the warmth, the… fuzzies. Without it, the show might as well be a flat tire in a snowstorm!

Luckily, I’ve got my trusty time-traveling sleigh. We’re off to relive the best Pedalshift moments of the year and find that missing cheer. Hop aboard, folks! Giddy up Rudolph… you slacker. Duuuude.

[Sound: A sleigh bell rings, followed by the roar of wind as the sleigh launches.]

[Scene 1: January, Pedalshift 349 – Daniel Troia’s interview.]

Shifty:

First stop, January! Ah, here we are—Daniel Troia, talking about his incredible documentary, We Are All in This Together. Imagine pedaling across the country and relying on nothing but kindness. Let’s tune in.

[Audio Clip: Daniel Troia shares an inspiring story of human connection.]

Shifty:

Did you hear that? Strangers becoming friends, the simple act of sharing—that’s holiday cheer if I’ve ever seen it! One ingredient found. Onward!

[Scene 2: February, Pedalshift 352-357 – Space Coast Loop Ride.]

Shifty:

Zipping ahead to February… Florida’s Space Coast! Look at that trail—Winter Garden to Disney World? That’s a dream ride. And Disney at the end? That’s pure magic.

[Audio Clip: Tim describes the journey, including sights along the Florida Coast to Coast Trail.]

Shifty:

Magic and adventure, folks. Two more ingredients for holiday cheer. Let’s keep rolling.

[Scene 3: May, Pedalshift 362-365 – Mindful C&O Canal Towpath Tour.]

Shifty:

May brings us to the C&O Canal Towpath. Tim’s riding slow and soaking in the scenery.

[Audio Clip: Tim reflects on the mindful pace of the journey.]

Shifty:

Mindfulness—slowing down to enjoy the moment. That’s what the holidays are all about. Add it to the list!

[Scene 4: June, Pedalshift 366 – 10-Year Anniversary Live Show.]

Shifty:

And here we are in June! Ten years of Pedalshift—what a milestone. Let’s peek into the celebration.

[Audio Clip: Audience laughter and Tim reflecting on a decade of podcasting.]

Shifty:

Laughter and community? Oh yeah, that’s the good stuff. Let’s rev this sleigh up for our next stop!

[Scene 5: July, Pedalshift 369-376 – Oregon Coast Tour with Mysterious James.]

Shifty:

The Oregon Coast with Mysterious James… a classic route with a remix twist. Let’s listen in.

[Audio Clip: Tim and James share banter about the trip and campsite memories.]

Shifty:

Friendship and nostalgia—check and check!

[Scene 6: Fall, Pedalshift 377-380 – E-Bike Build and WV Ride.]

Shifty:

Oh, here’s a fun one—building an e-bike and giving it a shakedown ride. DIY spirit meets adventure.

[Audio Clip: Tim narrates the first ride from the cabin to Hancock, MD.]

Shifty:

Creativity and perseverance—two more ingredients for our holiday recipe.

[Scene 7: October, Pedalshift 381-386 – North Dakota Adventure.]

Shifty:

October! North Dakota, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and… bison! Watch out, Tim!

[Audio Clip: Tim recounts a close encounter with a bison.]

Shifty (laughing):

Courage in the face of giant animals. That’s definitely some holiday magic right there.

[Scene 8: December, Pedalshift 387 – Live Show with Mysterious James.]

Shifty:

Finally, December! Tim and James answer listener questions live. What a way to wrap up the year.

[Audio Clip: A funny or heartwarming exchange from the live show.]

Shifty:

And there we have it—joy, laughter, connection, and all the good stuff that makes this season sparkle.

[Closing Scene: The sound of sleigh bells slows as Shifty returns home.]

Shifty:

Phew! What a ride. We found all the cheer we needed, and Pedalshift’s holiday spirit is back on track. Thanks for coming along, everyone. Happy holidays—and keep the rubber side down!