LWC Christmas Special 2025 | Giving Back with Santa Crowder

Podcast: Louder with Crowder
Date: December 18, 2025
Host: Steven Crowder (as Santa Crowder)
Notable Guests: Jacob & Ashley (One Tribe Foundation), Brad & Anya (recipient family), Terrence Family, Leah’s Hero Family, Lynn Turner (Heavenly Hooves), and others

Episode Overview

The 2025 Louder with Crowder Christmas Special centers around the theme of giving back during the holidays, with Steven Crowder donning his Santa persona alongside his loyal “elves” to spread cheer and make real differences for families and organizations in need. Blending the show’s trademark politically-incorrect humor and heartfelt moments, the episode showcases several families and charitable organizations, sharing their stories and surprising them with much-needed gifts and donations—reminding viewers that Christmas is about both fun and compassion.

Key Segments & Insights

1. Santa’s Festive Banter & Setting the Scene

[00:00–03:37, 07:09–14:53]

• The show opens in comedic, sketch-like fashion, with Crowder and his team in full Christmas character mode, cracking jokes about elves, North Pole law and order, and doing wrestling moves like “sweet chin music.”
• Self-deprecating, holiday-themed humor establishes a warm, welcoming, slightly irreverent tone.
• Crowder repeatedly credits the audience’s support (via Rumble Premium / Mug Club) for making the gift-giving possible, encouraging continued participation.

Notable Quotes:

"You can never be perfect, but you can do better. And you can do that with every choice, every decision, and you can do it all year round." — Santa Crowder [05:41]

2. Partner Charity: One Tribe Foundation

[14:53–30:18]

Mission Spotlight

• Jacob (founder, decorated combat Marine): Shares his road through war injury, addiction, and recovery.
• One Tribe Foundation combats suicide among veterans, first responders, and families—now helping 27+ families this season.
• Emphasizes that giving back is “soul food,” focusing on post-traumatic growth and support for visible and invisible wounds.

Notable Quotes:

"Everybody deserves a shot at living well. And that's what our hyper-focus is.... Before God pulls my card... I want to make sure I surround myself with people better than me, like my wife. And by default, I'll be better." — Jacob, One Tribe [20:21]
"Helping other people, just because it's something that's on your heart... that's enough. There's not two books of good and bad..." — Santa Crowder [22:36]
"It's a family issue, not a singular issue." — Jacob [22:21]

Special Gift

• Santa Crowder surprises One Tribe with a $15,000 check.
• Emotionally charged, Jacob and wife Ashley express heartfelt gratitude.

Timestamp:

• Introduction and charity segment: [14:53–29:41]
• Check reveal: [29:26]

3. Family Givebacks & Community Stories

Terrence’s Family

[37:10–55:15]

• Story: Multiple adversities—loss of a wife/mother, health crises, new baby, one income, broken appliances, utility shutoffs.
• Son Nicola, a budding artist/editor, dreams of a PC for animation; main request is prescription help for grandpa.

Santa’s Surprises:

• New high-powered PC for Nicola [50:01]
• $7,500 check for bills/heat/medical costs [52:35]
• New sturdy crib for the baby

Memorable Moment/Quote:

"Because it's nice and I want to be on the nice list..." — Nicola, age 10, on why he helps others in races [43:33]
"You all are going to be doing more than all right so long as you keep appreciating each other. Merry Christmas to you." — Santa Crowder [55:07]

Leah—The Hero Sister

[58:44–79:16]

• 11-year-old Leah saved her choking brother using abdominal thrusts (Heimlich), as caught on camera—prompting her local police to honor her.
• Family fosters kindness; sister Reagan makes crafts for staff, Logan is a helpful and energetic little brother.

Santa’s Surprises:

• Each child gets a custom gift: VR headset for Reagan, drone for Logan, blue iPad for Leah.
• Parents express gratitude for their thoughtful children: “We really got blessed with great kids.” [75:05]

Quote:

"Sometimes the most valuable gift you can give is life." — Santa Crowder [60:36]

Brad & Anya’s Family – Facing Cancer & Unemployment

[92:12–114:05]

• Story: Relocated for work, repeated job loss, started a handyman business, financial struggles, then Anya’s stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis just as new baby arrives.
• Children: Malachi (11) and Sasha (younger), helping with chores, babysitting, and caring for each other.

Santa’s Surprises:

• Nintendo Switch 2 for Malachi [109:10]
• Gabby’s Dollhouse for Sasha [108:44]
• Bluey-themed toy for Natasha (little one)
• Mom & Dad’s gifts: Date night package and a $5,000 check for medical/treatment costs [111:00]
• Grand Finale: A 2025 Ford Maverick truck is revealed as their new family car [112:26]

Notable Quotes:

"Sometimes part of being a man is putting your wants, your needs aside. Because you have a duty to help those around you who need help. Isn't that right, Dad?" — Santa Crowder [101:54] "From the bottom of my heart, thank you." — Brad [113:34]

4. Organization Spotlight: Heavenly Hooves

[83:19–89:08]

• Therapeutic riding center for special needs and at-risk youth provides horse-assisted enrichment and therapy, free for families.
• Dire need of an equine lift and riding arena upgrades to handle children who use wheelchairs.

Santa’s Gift:

• $15,000 check to fund equine lift and program expansion.

Quote:

"These families become our families. We walk through life with them and they do with us. The Lord gave us a mission to provide these services free of charge, and it's a passion." — Lynn Turner, founder [86:58]

5. Community Messages & Reflections

[32:12–34:47, 89:08–90:13]

• Various friends of the show and community members share their favorite Christmas traditions, from stringing lights to watching special movies to eating pie.
• Reflections on hope, unity, and savoring family time—especially after hardship.

Quotes:

"The only thing I could ever really ask for is luck and blessings to my family... Peace and stability." — Community member [89:50]

6. Humor, Music, and Farewells

[79:18–82:42; 118:21–End]

• Christmas parody song reflecting on recent politics ("Last Christmas, Biden was there, but he might as well have been an empty chair…").
• Holiday impressions and playful North Pole HR jokes.
• Crowder and team close with thanks to supporters, the audience, and a reminder that kindness, not controversy, makes for the best holiday tradition.

Signature Closing:

"That's part of the beauty of Christmas—overcoming difficulties with the people you love most. Because you know who else has some difficulties every now and then? Even old Saint Nick." — Santa Crowder [115:57]

Memorable Moments & Quotes With Timestamps

• [05:41] “You can never be perfect, but you can do better. And you can do that with every choice…all year round.” —Santa Crowder
• [20:21] “Everybody deserves a shot at living well. And that's what our hyper-focus is.” —Jacob, One Tribe Foundation
• [22:36] “There's not two books of good and bad... when we ask for forgiveness. And that's what Christmas is about.” —Santa Crowder
• [29:26] Presentation of $15,000 to One Tribe Foundation
• [50:01] Nicola receives his new PC — "Thank you, Santa!"
• [52:35] Terrence Family receives $7,500 for expenses
• [60:36] “Sometimes the most valuable gift you can give is life.” —Santa Crowder
• [101:54] “Part of being a man is putting your wants, your needs aside. Because you have a duty to help… Isn't that right, Dad?” —Santa Crowder
• [112:26] Brad & Anya Family awarded a new Ford Maverick truck
• [113:34] “From the bottom of my heart, thank you.” —Brad

Recap: The Heart of the Show

The episode seamlessly weaves quick wit, classic Crowder comic timing, and sincere compassion, spotlighting those in need and those who give. From aiding military families and single-income households to honoring children who save lives or enrich their communities, Santa Crowder’s Christmas Special is a reminder that—regardless of background or situation—every act of generosity and every expression of love amplifies the spirit of the season.

For Listeners:

• The episode is a balance of laughter and tears, surprises and stories, with each segment offering something uplifting, funny, or deeply moving.
• It’s a holiday variety special packed with genuine moments where real people—both givers and receivers—remind us all what Christmas is truly about.

Wishing all listeners and their loved ones a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year—see you in 2026!