049 Santa’s Secrets: What Kids Really Ask For (It’s Not Toys)

What if the most meaningful stories at Christmastime came not from gift wrap, but from the raw honesty of children sitting on Santa’s lap?

In this powerful and unexpected episode of The Grandpa Channel, Rivers (aka Steve Harris) welcomes a real-life Santa who shares the funny, spiritual, and deeply moving stories behind the red suit. From silly sibling rivalries to tear-stained notes from kids asking for peace at home instead of presents, Santa reflects on what he’s learned after decades of listening — really listening — to the hearts of children.

We also explore:

• The surprising #1 thing kids ask for

• A haunting Christmas wish from an 11-year-old girl

• Santa’s journey from air traffic controller to spiritual mentor in red velvet

• What grandpas (and all of us) can do to bring magic and meaning back to modern life

• Why grandparenting isn’t just for family — and how to “grandpa where you’re planted”

Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, this conversation is a beautiful reminder of what it means to see, hear, and lift each other. Let this episode fill you with wonder — and maybe change the way you think about Santa forever.

🎄 Merry Christmas — and may it last all year long.

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