🎁 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

The holidays are around the corner, so I’ve put together a list of 100+ gift ideas across tech, kitchen, home, clothing, fitness, games, kids, and learning to help spark inspiration for everyone on your list. I'll share products and services that I love, use, and trust, along with a few recommendations from our members. Plus, I’ll walk you through the strategies I use to save 5–25% on my shopping.

• 🧑‍🔧 Personal Tech
• 🍳 Kitchen, Food & Drink
• 🏡 Home
• 👕 Clothing & Gear
• 💪🏼 Health & Fitness
• 🧩 Games
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids
• 📖 Learning & Books
• 💰 Apps To Save On Shopping

I’ve included links (including affiliate) to every product and service along with discounts. I’d be grateful if you use them to support the show (unless you find a better deal elsewhere, in which case definitely use those instead!).

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Happy Holidays!

🧑‍🔧 Personal Tech

• ModRetro Chromatic: I bring this modern, beautifully built, and premium Game Boy remake on every trip.
• Bambu Lab P1S (←$400 off) or A1 Mini (←$100 off) 3D Printers: I’ve researched beginner 3D printers and would pick the P1S Combo for a quieter, enclosed multicolor setup, with the A1 Mini as the cheap entry.
• MOFT iPhone Wallet (←25% off): This is my everyday wallet because it’s MagSafe and doubles as a vertical or horizontal phone stand.
• Anker Wireless Charging Stand: I keep a charging stand on my desk and at the bedside so my phone never dies.
• Anker Prime Charger (←23% off): Perfect battery that plugs into the wall so I don’t need extra cords while traveling.
• VINTAR Universal Travel Adapter (←18% off): This was highly recommended by a ton of members.
• MOGICS Super Bagel: A tiny, bagel-shaped travel power hub with a built-in extension cord, multiple outlets, and a universal adapter. I’ve heard so many people say they never travel without this and I definitely want to buy this for our international travel next year.
• AirTags (←19% off): I put AirTags in every checked bag and recommend them for peace of mind while traveling.
• AirPods Pro 3: I tried the noise canceling on the latest Pros and it really impressed me. It has made me seriously consider switching.
• Synology DiskStation DS923+: A multi-drive home backup system that gives me redundant local storage and automatic cloud syncing without manually uploading files.
• DJI Osmo Pocket 3: I love this candy-bar sized stabilized 4K camera because it feels less intrusive than filming on my phone.
• Insta360 X5: I don’t have this (yet) but I’m super intrigued by 360° cameras for immersive footage.

🍳 Kitchen, Food & Drink

Appliances

• Vitamix 5200: We love our Vitamix and it was also highly recommended by members.
• Ratio Coffee Machines: For consistent, pour-over-style coffee at home.
• Ninja CREAMi: We use this to make amazing protein ice cream.
• Ooni Pizza Oven: Make delicious pizza at home.
• Thermomix: I don't have this yet, but it's now on my list after a few member recommendations. It's a do-everything kitchen appliance that combines a food processor, blender, scale, rice cooker, slow cooker, and sous-chef into one device with guided recipes that weigh, chop, sauté, and cook each step for you. It’s pricey, but it can also replace half your kitchen.
• Breville Immersion Blender: We often use this gadget when cooking, especially for soups.
• Air Fryer: We were gifted the Cosori 9-in-1 Air Fryer (←25% off) and absolutely love it.
• Countertop Griddle: There are many options here (we have a Wolf Precision Griddle), but we use this all the time for everything from pancakes to smash burgers.
• Belgian Waffle Maker: I love having one of these. Sadly ours (Waring Double Belgian Waffle Maker) isn't easy to find, but the Cuisinart Double Flip looks like a great alternative.
• Instant Pot: You might already have one, but we love ours and it was suggested by tons of members.
• Wireless Hand Mixer: We love having one of these and got my mom one last year. Our is the EvolutionX Cordless Hand Mixer, which isn't always in stock, but there are a few others good options.
• Breville Bambino Espresso Machine: Entry-level espresso gear for people who want quality without complexity. Member recommendation.
• Ninja 12-Cup Coffee Brewer (←22% off): A programmable brewer for everyday coffee. Member recommendation.
• Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro (←25% off): A versatile countertop oven. Member recommendation.
• Ninja BN301 Nutri-Blender (←25% off) or Rechargeable BlendJet (←15% off select bundles): Compact blenders for quick single-serve smoothies or on-the-go use. Member recommendation.

Cookware

With so many opinions about pans, nonstick coatings and PFAS, I don't actually have a strong recommendation here, but we got lots of pan recommendations from our members, so here's what they all suggested:

• Misen Carbon Non Stick Pan (←25% w/ email sign-up)
• Our Place Pans (←Up to $322 off)
• YOSUKATA Blue Carbon Steel Wok Pan
• Le Creuset Cast Iron Dutch Oven (←17% off)
• Anyday Cookware (←Up to 40% off)

Glassware

• Coravin Wine Preserver: I use Coravin to pour wine by the glass without having to open the whole bottle.
• Zalto Denk’Art Universal Wine Glass: I'm a big fan of how these glasses elevate tasting.
• Ember Mug (←8% off): My wife loves using this to keep her coffee at the perfect temperature.
• Wolcott Optic Coupe Glass: Perfect for home cocktail setups.

Other Ideas

• DASH Rapid Egg Cooker: Small and surprisingly useful for perfect eggs.
• Cuisinart Smash Burger Kit (←25% off): Great for making diner-style smashed burgers at home.
• Chef’s Press: Handy for getting great sears and consistent cooking. Member recommendation.
• Click and Grow Indoor Herb Garden: Easy indoor herbs for cooks who want fresh flavors year-round.
• Hot Ones Hot Sauce Pack (←$18 off + 15% off w/ email signup): A very fun and social gift.
• Cocktail Codex Book (←60% off): My favorite cocktail book I gift often.
• Lentiful (←30% off w/ code CHRIS30): A quick and tasty meal packed with protein.

Subscriptions

• Trade Coffee (←50% off 1 month or 10% off gift subscriptions)
• Atlas Coffee Club (←1st bag free and up to $55 off gifts)
• NYT Cooking (←50% off your first year)
• Cook’s Illustrated (←54% off a 1-year subscription)

🏡 Home

• Eight Sleep (←Up to $400 off): The temperature-controlled sleep system I credit with dramatically improving my sleep. This is easily the most recommended gift by members.
• Barefoot Dreams Blanket (←10% off w/ email sign up): My wife loves these cozy blankets. Plus, there’s a cheaper dupe on Amazon that’s surprisingly similar.
• Dyson Cordless Vacuum (←19% off): The green spotlight on this vacuum makes cleaning oddly satisfying and much more effective.
• TOTO Washlet Elongated Bidet Seat: A transformative bathroom upgrade with heated seats, warm water, and drying.
• Aura Frames (←Up to $50 off): A wireless digital frame I’ve given to family because the software makes sharing photos effortless.
• StoryWorth (←$10 off): You can create a book filled with stories of people’s lives near and dear to you. I’ve gifted StoryWorth to my parents, and they really enjoyed it.
• Aesop Hand Soap: We love this soap, though it's not cheap, so you can also look at Element Brooklyn as a good alternative (suggested by a member).
• Purple Harmony Pillows (←10% off 1 or 25% off 2) Member recommendation.
• Govee TV Lights (←Up to $50 off): An ambient light system that syncs with your TV. Member recommendation.
• Nanoleaf Wall Lights (←10% off w/ email signup): Modular LED tiles that make a room feel more dynamic and modern. Member recommendation.
• The Dyson Airstrait: A hair dryer-straightener hybrid for styling speed and results. Member recommendation.
• Philips Norelco OneBlade 360: I'm excited to try this out soon. Member recommendation.
• FLEXTAILGEAR Rechargeable Ultra-Mini Air Pump (←$29% off): Tiny, rechargeable, and can inflate pool toys or compress travel bags. A great stocking stuffer. Member recommendation.

👕 Clothing & Travel Gear

• Vuori (←20% off): My wife and I wear Vuori almost every day. Here are some of our favorites:
  • Sunday Performance Jogger
  • Strato Tech Tee
  • Ponto Performance Shorts
  • Meta Pants
  • Halo Essential Wide Leg Pant
  • Long-Sleeve Halo Crew
  • Performance Jogger
  • DreamKnit collection
• Bonobos: My go-to dress-up-casual shirt with fun seasonal prints.
• Quince: Another brand I love, especially the Mongolian Cashmere Quarter Zip Sweater, Mongolian Cashmere Ribbed Beanie. Plus, my wife also loves their jewelry, like the Valentino Chain and Diamond Bezel Necklace.
• Patagonia Nanopuffer Jacket: A tiny-packable insulating layer that’s great for travel and cold days.
• Hanna Andersson Pajamas (←40% off): Our family loves these matching pajamas for the holidays.

Accessories

• Arcade AI: My wife created a pair of unique earrings here, and they turned out awesome.
• Gorjana Wilder Necklace | Maya Brenner: My wife wears these necklaces every day—a perfect sentimental gift.
• elzama Scarf With Hidden Zipper Pocket: A listener suggestion that’s great for travel because it's a creative way to hide all your essentials.

Luggage/Bags

• Away (←$40 off) | Monos (←25% off) | Solgaard Carry-On (←Up to $86 off): Solid luggage options depending on budget and features.
• Cotopaxi Weekender Bag | Nido Accessory Bag (←20% off w/ email signup): Colorful, practical travel bags we use frequently.
• Tortuga (← 20% off): Our go-to travel backpack brand. We took these on our Iceland trip and loved them.
• Fifty Fifty Gear (← 10% off): A durable diaper/travel bag that was created by one of our listeners. 
• Cuyana Travel Case Set: Minimal, elegant travel organizers that my wife loves. You can also monogram them!
• Eddie Bauer Stowaway Packable Backpack: Lightweight and great to stash in luggage. Member recommendation.
• The North Face Berkeley Crossbody Bag: A simple, practical everyday crossbody bag. Member recommendation.

Shoes

• Nike Pegasus 41: A very reliable, daily running shoe I use all the time.
• Nike Vaporfly 3: The faster, race-oriented shoe I reach for when pushing pace.
• Waterproof Birkenstocks: My wife loves these lightweight, waterproof sandals that are great and easy summer wear.
• On (Swiss) Cloudsurfer: A cushioned every-day shoe my wife likes for comfort and style.

Stocking Stuffers

• Bombas Socks (←25% off): A great go-to for everyday socks.
• goodr sunglasses: Cheap, fun sunglasses that we have so many pairs of.

💪🏼 Health & Fitness

• SHOKZ OpenRun Pro Headphones (←31% off): I love these open-ear headphones and use them for all my runs.
• Athleta Pacesetter Runners Belt (←30% off via the app): A slim, functional running belt.
• Owala FreeSip: We replaced all our HydroFlask bottles with Owalas for their versatile straw-and-sip design.
• Dumbbell to Barbell Adapter: A clever way to get barbell-style training from dumbbells at home.
• FLYBIRD Adjustable Weight Bench (←14% off): A compact bench that’s great for a small home gym.
• Gym Wall Mirrors: Affordable mirrors that make a home gym feel complete.
• Rubber Dumbbell Set with Rack: Non-adjustable dumbbell sets I got from Costco (though don't feel the need to get these because I got them on sale for much less)
• SereneLife Stand Up Inflatable Paddle Board: Our kids love it when we take this out to the water in the summer. 
• Plunge Ice Bath: Our at-home plunge for cold exposure.
• Haven Sauna: A home sauna that I highly recommend and doesn't need a 220 outlet.
• Go Ruck Rucker 4.0: A rugged pack I use for weighted rucking and training.

Testing

• Instalab | Function Health | Superpower | Ulta Lab: Services for biomarkers, bloodwork and functional testing.
• DexaScan: A body-composition test that is comparatively affordable.
• Prenuvo (←$300 off a whole body scan): I personally know a few people who found tumors after doing a Prenuvo scan. 

Stocking Stuffer Ideas

• Pulse Oximeter: If you have young kids who get sick, this small gadget comes in handy.
• LMNT (←Free sample): Amy and I love this product so much that we drink it almost every day.

🧩 Games

• Box One & Box Two by Theory 11: High-quality magic sets that are fun and collectible. They also sell great playing cards.
• Coyote: Tim Ferriss’ new game that our entire family loves.
• Coup (←12% off): Another family favorite for game nights.
• Monopoly Deal (←30% off): A fast, card-based Monopoly spin that plays well on the go.
• Games Magazine (←36% off): I love this subscription created for puzzle lovers and trivia fans.
• Tesla Box & Cluebox: At-home puzzle boxes that create a real escape-room vibe.
• Lockpicking Kit: This is a fascinating gift for curious, hands-on people.
• LEGO Icons Concorde Model Aircraft & LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon (with lights): I love the idea of gifting Legos to adults, not just kids. I got the Concorde set for my dad, and he loved it.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids

• Ookkie Kids Learner Skateboard: A learner board that has helped our kids find balance and confidence.
• Melissa and Doug’s Pizza Play Set (←48% off) or Sandwich Shop Play Set (←15% off): Classic wooden play sets that our kids love for creative play.
• Toniebox or Yoto (←10% off bundles): Screen-free audio players the kids use constantly for stories and music.
• Jellycat Stuffed Animals: Soft, well-made stuffed animals that are always a hit.
• Lovevery (←$20 off): Age-directed play kits I recommend for developmental play.
• Monopoly Junior | Battleship (←41% off) | Candy Land (←31% off): Great classic board games for younger kids.
• Woom Bike (←$25 off) & Woom Helmet: Lightweight bikes that make learning to ride easier.
• Micro Kickboard Mini Scooter: My kids love getting outdoors thanks to this scooter.
• Trace & Draw Projector: A projector that throws outlines kids can trace. It really helped build my daughter’s confidence in drawing.
• LeapFrog Magic Adventures Globe (←26% off): An interactive globe with hundreds of videos and quizzes that teaches geography in a tactile way.
• Magic Tree House Series: A chapter-book series my kids love as they transition to longer reading.

📖 Learning & Books

• MasterClass (←15% off): These short-form lessons are perfect for anyone who loves learning new skills, from cooking to business to photography and more.
• Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity (←44% off) by Peter Attia
• The Wealth Ladder: Proven Strategies for Every Step of Your Financial Life (←28% off) by Nick Maguilli (Ep #230)
• 5 Types of Wealth (←45% off) by Sahil Bloom (Ep #213)
• Experiential Gifts: I’m a big fan of experiences because they create memories and give you something new to learn or try. Cooking classes, hot air balloon rides, pottery workshops, and even go-karting all make incredible, meaningful gifts.

💰 Apps/Sites To Save On Shopping

• Keepa: My favorite Amazon price-tracking extension to check price history.
• SaveWise: I love this tool because it compares cash back and points earning across all the different shopping portals.
• Capital One Shopping: This shopping portal automatically checks for better prices, applies coupon codes at checkout, and helps me catch deals I might otherwise miss.
• Rakuten (← Free $50): My go-to shopping portal that also lets you convert cash back to Amex points and now, Bilt Points.
• CardPointers Pro (←50% off): Automatically activates card-linked offers on all your credit cards.
• Discounted Gift Cards: It’s an easy way to lock in 5–15% savings on purchases I’m already planning to make. Use my gift card site or websites like  GCX to find the best gift card deals.

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