Best Of Billy & Lisa: Thanksgiving Foods + Turkey Toss 2025!

# Thanksgiving Tensions and Radio MagicEver wondered what happens when mashed potatoes spark family drama? In this entertaining episode of "Best of Billy and Lisa in the Morning," producer Riley counts down the top five moments from Thanksgiving week, revealing how even the simplest holiday traditions can create lasting memories—and occasional family feuds. From Lisa's emotional potato controversy to a desperate restaurant reservation rescue, this episode captures the humor and heart of holiday gatherings.The hosts dive deep into the great mashed potato debate, with listeners and experts weighing in on whether baking potatoes can make proper mashed potatoes. When Lisa's mother calls in to defend the family's Yukon Gold tradition, the conversation perfectly captures those quintessential parent-child holiday tensions we all recognize.## Timestamps and Key Moments:- 00:45 - The Great Potato Controversy: Lisa reveals her traumatic experience using the "wrong" potatoes for Thanksgiving- 09:20 - The stuffing vs. mashed potatoes debate heats up with listener calls- 16:30 - Ashley's impossible restaurant reservation dilemma and Billy's power move- 25:15 - The Venetian owner reveals how they handle 50,000 holiday diners- 29:45 - Arlington High School's record-breaking Turkey Toss championship## Takeaways:- Holiday food traditions run deep and can create lasting memories (or trauma)- Local radio still has tremendous community influence when it comes to solving problems- The Venetian restaurant in Weymouth decorates so elaborately for Christmas they receive 10,000 reservations within minutes of opening their books- Sometimes the most memorable holiday moments come from unexpected controversiesReady for more holiday entertainment and a chance to win sold-out Jingle Ball tickets? Listen to the full episode and share your favorite Jingle Ball memory using the talkback feature on the iHeartRadio app!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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