Christmas Movies

Christmas Movies

Author: JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities December 21, 2025 Duration: 50:42

The Strictly Soundtracks team are jingling their bells, decking the halls and donning gay apparel to celebrate the music of Christmas movies. From The Ramones to Whitney Houston, Wham and The Muppets, Glenn, John and Paul unwrap a festive playlist packed with holiday favourites.

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Tune in to Strictly Soundtracks, a weekly exploration of the powerful and often overlooked music that shapes our favorite films and television shows. This isn't just a playlist; it's a deep dive into the composers, themes, and emotional currents that a great score creates. Each episode from JOY 94.9 focuses on the artistry behind cinematic and television music, offering thoughtful commentary that connects the notes on the page to the stories on the screen. You'll hear about everything from iconic orchestral pieces to innovative electronic soundscapes, understanding how music becomes a character in its own right. The podcast provides a unique space for appreciation, hosted with a passion for both the medium and its impact. It’s for anyone who has ever been moved by a film's finale or felt a TV show's tension amplified by its soundtrack. Discover the narratives behind the notes and gain a new perspective on what you watch and listen to. Find this and other programs celebrating our Rainbow Communities through JOY 94.9's diverse audio offerings.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Stricty Soundtracks – soundtracks we own [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:51
The Strictly team again bring a mixtape show for yor listening pleasure (or joy). THis time our host John is joined by his film-buff friend Chris to play some of the soundtracks they both own. We hear music from films su…
Trainspotting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:05
The Strictly Soundtracks team take you back to the craziness of the 1996 movie Trainspotting, directed by Danny Boyle. One of the most iconic soundtracks ever, featuring Underworld, of course, plus Blur, Lou Reed, Iggy P…
American Psycho [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:08
This episode of Strictly Soundtracks takes a stab at the music behind the 2000 satire American Psycho. With an ’80s playlist as sharp as Patrick Bateman’s designer suits, the polished, upbeat sounds of Huey Lewis and the…
Pluribus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:06
The Strictly Soundtracks team explores the nine-part streaming series Pluribus, unpacking its story, themes and, of course, its soundtrack. The playlist is as offbeat and strange as the show itself, featuring music from…
90s Gay Cinema [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:36
The Strictly Soundtracks team travel back to the 1990s to explore gay cinema of the era. We revisit Australian queer classics (The Sum of Us, Head On), coming-of-age dramas (Beautiful Thing, The Edge of Seventeen), indie…
Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40:05
In a special International Women’s Day edition of Strictly Soundtracks, the team turns up the volume to celebrate Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery. The documentary traces the rise of the groundbreaking all-female festival…
The Housemaid [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:44
This week on Strictly Soundtracks, we clean up The Housemaid, a twisty erotic thriller starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried. Beyond its killer plot, the film boasts a razor-sharp soundtrack featuring pop superstar…
Movie Theme Remixes: 90s Edition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:45
This week, Glenn and Paul rewind to the 90s, a time when cinema met the dance floor. We’re revisiting the big movie ballads and iconic tunes that were reworked and remixed into hands-in-the-air anthems. With a back-to-ba…
Marty Supreme [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:30
The Strictly Soundtracks team dive into the rhythm, restless energy and music of Marty Supreme, the new film starring Timothée Chalamet as a ping pong-playing hustler who dreams of being a world champion. Although set in…
Music Biopics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:56
Where do you stand on movie biopics? Formulaic or fabulous? This week, the Strictly Soundtracks team dives into the hotly debated music biopic genre, exploring the films and Oscar-winning performances of Reese Witherspoo…