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The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits

Award-Winning, longtime Chicago radio personality Nick Digilio hosts this pop culture/entertainment podcast, featuring interviews, movie reviews and much more. Tuesdays & Fridays on the Radio Misfits Podcast Network

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1:37:45

Nick D – TV Talk, Coachella & Under The Loop

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/04/23

Nick welcomes the TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print: Dan Fienberg, back to the podcast to talk about "The Sympathizer," the new HBO series with Robert Downey Jr., the Netflix animated version of "Good Times," and, the now legendary Beavis and Butthead sketch from last week's SNL, and more. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick open a new box of snacks from The Baltics, talk about Coachella 2024 with acts like No Doubt, Blur, and Sublime (and a very hairy suit worn by Doja Cat), and

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1:48:35

Nick D – Monica Eng, Food Myths & Nick’s Pix!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/04/19

Monica Eng, from Axios.com, joins Nick to talk about the high tension in the Mayor's Press Room, the future of Clark Street dining, when to tip and when not to tip, the death of Maxwell Street, and the new WTTW series in which Monica appears. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick finish their snack tour of Ukraine, talk about what's true and what's false about food myths, and discuss what it's like to down a couple of two-liter bottles of Jolt Cola while working at Jewel. Plus, Nick talks about his new film

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1:53:53

Nick D – Marnie Shure & An Eclipse Birthday

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/04/16

In this episode Nick welcomes the wonderful Marnie Shure to the podcast to chat about smart grocery carts, "new" Chips Ahoy cookies, and Nerds Gummy Clusters, which seem to be Gen Z's latest candy obsession. Marnie and Nick also talk about the upcoming Mortified show at The Studebaker Theatre in Chicago, and they cover the latest horror movies that matter. Then Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to talk about her fantastic trip to Mexico, where she met some new relatives, visited some from the past, and

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1:52:25

Nick D – Nell Minow is a Badass & We Need Security

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2024/04/12

In this episode, Nick once again welcomes Nell Minow, The Movie Mom to the podcast. Nick and Nell talk about what a true badass she is, and her thoughts on the movies "The Beautiful Game" & "Civil War," the classic TV show "Gilmore Girls," the world of Fathom Movie Events, what's happening at rogerebert.com, and the upcoming Ebertfest in Champaign Urbana. They also talk about the battle between Disney and Florida, and their shared love of underdogs taking down the establishment. Then, Esmeralda Leon

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1:54:55

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and First Concert Stories

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/04/09

Nick talks about his upcoming "Nick's Pix" movie screenings at the Classic Cinemas Lake Theater in Oak Park, Illinois. Then, Nick chats with TV critic Dan Fienberg, from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, about the AppleTV+ series "Sugar" with Colin Farrell, "STEVE! (Martin) A Documentary in Two Pieces," Showtime's "A Gentleman in Moscow," Netflix's "Ripley," and, they discover an amazing fact about the 70's Bill Bixby series "The Magician" that you will have to hear to believe. Then,

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1:42:50

Nick D – Jim Ryan, The Chicago Philharmonic & The Big...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/04/05

In this jam-packed music-heavy episode, Nick talks with the Executive Director of The Chicago Philharmonic, Terell Johnson, about the upcoming "Batman in Concert" event, featuring a screening of the classic 1989 movie, with a live orchestra accompaniment, plus a preview of other great music events involving the Philharmonic. Then, music journalist Jim Ryan joins Nick to talk about his terrific interviews with Creed Bratton, Mike Watt, and Al Franken, and to review the live performances of Adam Ant,

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1:48:05

Nick D – For The People, April. 2024

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/04/02

In this "For The People" episode, Nick welcomes Herb Weisbaum, The Consumerman from Checkbook.org, to help you with all of your consumer needs and talk about some pressing stories like: why are grocery prices so high?, product safety recalls are on the rise, refunds are hard to get, and 30 tricks used to manipulate marketing are exposed. Then, Car Guy Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive, joins Nick to chat about the creepiest car ad ever (for the 1974 Thunderbird), the best selling sedans of

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1:49:32

Nick D – Nick’s Pix, Erik, Steve, Godzilla & Mr. Lifto!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/29

Nick shares the details of his new monthly film series: "Nick's Pix," and then he welcomes movie critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to the podcast to discuss a great new "Godzilla Fest" at The Music Box Theatre, and review "Godzilla X Kong," "The Listener," and the new Apple+ documentary about Steve Martin. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to talk about the upcoming Dusk Til Dawn George Romero Fest at The Midway Drive-In, summer music festivals, The Jim Rose Freak Show (with Mr. Lifto and Matt

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1:55:06

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, New Chefs and New Phones

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/26

Nick welcomes the TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, Dan Fienberg, to the podcast to talk about the latest in television. He reviews new shows like "Palm Royale" with Kristen Wiig, "Jarrod Carmichael Reality Show," and "The Girls on the Bus." Nick and Dan also talk about the "Top Chef" season premiere, the latest episode of Dan's podcast: "TV's Top 5," and who played Abe Lincoln the best? Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick talk about their history of cell phone purchases and

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1:45:11

Nick D – Amy Guth, Dating Geeks & Nick’s Film Club is...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/22

Nick makes a big announcement about "Classic Cinema's Nick's Pix," his new film series, in which he will host a screening of a classic movie every month...get those tickets now! Nick is then joined by filmmaker/podcast host/writer Amy Guth, to discuss launching her brand-new podcast: "Words Matter w/Amy Guth", her adventures in Seattle making her current movie, some crazy Hollywood stories, and the upcoming premieres of her film "Elvis of the Yukon" happening in New York and Las Vegas! Then,

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1:47:15

Nick D – The Movie Mom, The Grinch & 24 Hours of Top...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/19

In this episode, the awesome and lovely Nell Minow is back to talk with Nick about a Lifetime Achievement Award she just received, which leads to an incredible conversation about corporate greed (including stories about how she took down Vince McMahon, and more) and her other life in that crazy world. She also talks about new books by filmmakers Edward Zwick and Barbra Streisand, seeing John Cena naked, the classic film "The Solid Gold Cadillac," and the latest new movies. Another incredible visit

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1:42:52

Nick D – Movie Reviews and The Butt of Mexico

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/15

Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to the podcast to review the new movies "Love Lies Bleeding," "Arthur the King," and Michael Keaton's latest "Knox Goes Away," and Erik talks about his time at the recent SXSW Film Fest, where he saw movies like "Road House," "Babes" and "The Fall Guy," but spent most of his time waiting in lines for hours. Then, Esmeralda Leon drops by to chat about her recent trip to "The Butt of Mexico" where she encountered all kinds of lizards,

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1:52:38

Nick D – The Oscars, TV Talk & The Return of Slap...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/12

Nick breaks down the Oscars and gives his thoughts on the winners, the losers and the greatness of "Godzilla" FINALLY winning an Academy Award! Nick is joined by TV critic Dan Fienberg, from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, to talk about the Oscar telecast, the new "Good Wife" spinoff "Elsbeth," the crazy Josh Brolin-hosted SNL, and a couple of new documentaries debuting at the SXSW Film Fest. Then, the famous British Bon Vivant Slap Slapply is back to host another round of "80s-90s Trivia

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1:47:46

Nick D – Surge Pricing, Scorpions, and Airplane Mode

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/08

Nick welcomes the wonderful Marnie Shure, Managing Editor of The Takeout, to the podcast to talk about food related topics including: the item that chefs dread to add to their menus, chocolate chip ice cream is on the verge of extinction, Dave and Buster's is being taken over by High-Fiving Bros, and Wendy's idiotic idea of "Surge Pricing." Plus, Nick gets a Horror Movie Report from Marnie, and they discuss the upcoming "Mortified" show taking place at the Studebaker Theater in Chicago. Then,

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1:39:48

Nick D – ‘For The People’ March 2024

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/05

In this "For The People" episode, Nick welcomes The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum to the podcast to answer some listener questions, and talk about buying auto insurance, how to start an emergency savings fund, the controlling of credit card interest rates, and, we ask: whatever happened to customer service? Then our Car Guy, Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive joins Nick to recap the 2024 Chicago Auto Show, and chat about the Dodge Hornet, the crazy ad for the 1974 Jeep CJ-5, Chinese carmakers

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1:51:10

Nick D – Dune: Part Two, Oscar Preview and Neck Tattoos

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/03/01

Nick talks with film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy about the upcoming Oscar telecast and predictions of the winners, the terrific 3D movie fest happening at the Music Box Theatre, and they review the highly anticipated: "Dune: Part Two," and Adam Sandler's new sci-fi drama "Spaceman." Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to listen to a very entertaining subscriber voicemail about crazy neighbors, eat some tasty French dark chocolate, and talk about some annoying celebrities, many of them with

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1:47:17

Nick D – TV Talk and Classic Movies I’ve Never Seen

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/02/27

TV critic Dan Fienberg, from The Hollywood Reporter & The Fien Print, joins Nick to discuss Jon Stewart's return to "The Daily Show;" the final season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm;" FX's new version of James Clavell's "Shogun;" Dan's "TV's Top 5" podcast, and much more. Then, Nick and Esmeralda Leon talk about the idiocy of Criss Angel - Mindfreak; an obscure VH1 dating show called "The Pick-Up Artist;" and they talk about classic movies that many people haven't actually seen like: "Casablanca," "Gone

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1:46:45

Nick D – City Hall is Tense, Monica Eng Raps & Celebs...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/02/23

Nick welcomes Axios.com's Monica Eng to the podcast to talk about some terrific Chicago-related topics including: the very tense atmosphere at City Hall, the future of Dollar Stores, the surprising quality of Aldi's wine collection, Chicago's always interesting rat problem, and the signature smell of our fine city...oh, and Monica raps!! Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to chat about the list of celebrities that everyone hates (including Kim Kardashian, Shia LaBeouf and more), warm winter weather,

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1:47:24

Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk & Pick Me Energy

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/02/20

Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan to the podcast to talk about his interviews with musician Duff McKagan, and adult film star Jenna Jameson, and to review concert performances by Madonna, Buddy Guy, and Lemonheads. Nick and Jim also talk about the double standard applied to aging female rockers as opposed to aging male rockers, and the return of Creed!! Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick discuss a list of Celebrities That Everyone Hates (like Gwyneth Paltrow, Kristen Stewart and Anne Hathaway), the

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1:42:44

Nick D – Blade Runner in Concert & Chicago Movies

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2024/02/16

Nick takes some time to review a couple of new movies: "Madame Web" & "Bob Marley: One Love" (here's a preview: they're both bad). Then, he chats with the Executive Director of The Chicago Philharmonic, Terell Johnson. Nick and Terell talk about the incredible work that Terell has been doing with that organization, some great shows from the past, and they preview the amazing "Blade Runner In Concert" event, which features a full orchestra accompanying a screening of the classic film. Then, Esmeralda

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