3 chapters across the catalog
Jonnie and Glenn discuss the logistics of workplace Secret Santa, debating appropriate spending limits and the risk of buying "landfill" gifts. They suggest using Fiverr to commission personalized art, songs, or poems for a five-pound budget rather than buying generic high-street items. Jonnie expresses concern over accidentally purchasing offensive or gender-biased gifts in a modern professional environment.
The host introduces the 20th edition of the Team Super Dad Wrap Up on December 4th, emphasizing the importance of celebrating weekly highs. Advice for fathers regarding Christmas includes starting gift lists early in the summer to avoid late-season shortages and paying close attention to children's and partners' specific requests. Maintaining a recurring annual food and shopping list is recommended to reduce holiday stress and demonstrate control over family logistics.
Christmas Shopping Logistics, Supply Chain Issues, and Punctured Footballs
A story about a punctured football purchased from Sports Direct serves as a warning about the difficulty of finding specific items like size 4 footballs during the holiday rush. The host predicts that 2020 Christmas shopping will be heavily online and prone to sell-outs, similar to the shortages of flour and weights earlier in the year. He advises parents to start their shopping early to avoid disappointment.
