Rock and Troll: Programa 451 (A propósito de...)

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The host welcomes listeners to Rock and Troll's 451st episode, a chaotic Christmas special airing on December 28th.

The episode opens with the host greeting listeners for the 451st episode of Rock and Troll, a Christmas special recorded on December 28th. He explains that December 28th is both the Day of the Holy Innocents, commemorating children killed by King Herod, and a day for pranks in Spanish-speaking cultures. The host then shares historical events from this date, including the 1065 founding of Westminster Abbey, the 1886 patent for the dishwasher by Joseph Fine Crane, and the 2014 crash of Flight 8501. He lists birthdays of figures like Sienna Miller, John Legend, and Stan Lee. The main segment involves playing a collection of Christmas songs from Spanish artists, described as unusual for the show, including tributes to recently deceased musicians Roberto Iniesta of Extremoduro and Jorge Ilegal. Collaborators like Carlos Ponce Estrella and Ramón de Living share their New Year's resolutions and holiday thoughts. The host discusses the mixed feelings people have about Christmas, citing loneliness, family conflicts, and financial stress. Songs featured include villancicos by David Bustamante, Estopa, Iván Ferreiro, and Niña Pastori, with mentions of artists like Rosalén, Edurne, and María Peláez. The episode blends music with casual commentary, ending with the host expressing personal wishes for 2026, such as learning to dance tango and reaching episode 500.

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