Did The Little Drummer Boy need a sequel? Absolutely not. Is Book II worth watching? Ian unpacks the short film’s surprisingly strong anti-capitalist message. For a special that’s running on fumes, Aaron’s second act is one of the better lesser-tier Rankin/Bass specials. 

EI’s coverage of the original Little Drummer Boy: https://ianthomasmalone.podbean.com/e/the-little-drummer-boy-1639166205/

EI’s full holiday slate: https://ianthomasmalone.com/2023/12/holiday-podcast-rankin-bass-muppets/