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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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1:43:30

Nick D – TV Talk and Remembering William Friedkin

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/08/08

Nick remembers the great director William Friedkin who just passed away. Nick talks about the classic films that he made like "The Exorcist," "To Live and Die in LA," and "The French Connection," and shares some audio from an interview he conducted with Friedkin in 2013. Then, TV critic Dan Fienberg, from The Hollywood Reporter joins Nick to eulogize Friedkin and Paul Reubens, and review the new season of "Only Murders in the Building" with Steve Martin, Martin Short and special guest stars Meryl

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1:06:02

Nick D – LIVE From Flashback Weekend Horror Convention!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/08/05

In this special BONUS episode, recorded LIVE from the stage at The 2023 Flashback Weekend Horror Convention, Nick and Esmeralda Leon talk about all things scary, have fun with the Flashback audience, giveaway some cool stuff, and preview a great new horror film called "birth/rebirth." Then, they welcome actors William Ostrander, Malcolm Danare and Steven Tash to the stage to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the release of John Carpenter's "Christine." [Ep165]

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1:48:51

Nick D – Character Actor Leo Rossi & Remembering Paul...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/08/04

Nick talks with the great character actor Leo Rossi about his upcoming appearance at Flashback Weekend Horror Convention. Rossi has starred in over 100 movies, including "Analyze This," "Halloween 2," "Maniac Cop," "Heart Like a Wheel," "River's Edge," and more. He tells incredible stories about working with Robert DeNiro, Harold Ramis, Dennis Farina, Joe Pantaliano and more, plus, he talks about his first nude scene (listen...the water was cold), his mom's reaction to the horrible character he

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1:34:51

Nick D – For the People

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/08/01

Nick talking about the great events happening at The Flashback Weekend Horror Convention at The Hyatt Regency O'Hare, August 4th - 6th 2023, and he also briefly remembers Paul Reubens (AKA: Pee Wee Herman) who just passed away. Then, it's time for the latest "For the People" episode, which features Consumerman Herb Weisbaum talking about bogus IRS refund letters, the best sun-screen to use during these final dog days of summer, the new Netflix documentary about tainted food called "Poisened" and, he

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1:47:44

Nick D – Actor Malcolm Danare & Remembering Sinead...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/28

Nick welcomes actor Malcolm Danare, the star of such movies as "Flashdance," "The Lords of Discipline," "Heaven Help Us" and John Carpenter's "Christine," as tells incredible stories about how he got his first movie, who he ALMOST starred with in "Flashdance" (here's a hint: his name rhymes with 'Heath Pritchards') and what it was like to work with a possessed 1958 Plymouth Fury. Malcolm will also be appearing at this year's Flashback Horror Convention, and he will also be a guest on the LIVE Nick D

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1:49:40

Nick D – Outdoor Concerts, Old People and TV Talk

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/25

Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print to talk about the Emmy Nominations: the snubs, the favorites, the surprises, and how the strike will affect the whole season. They also discuss the return of the classic comedy "Futurama" to Hulu, the glut of other returning shows that will get lost in the mix, and a new documentary about legendary basketball great Wilt Chamberlain. Then, Esmeralda Leon tells Nick about her adventures at the Pitchfork Music Festival

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1:51:47

Nick D – Barbieheimer & Jury Duty!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/21

Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to discuss the big box office battle between Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" and Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer." They also review both movies, and talk about the potential that both films have to make money, and get some big time Oscar love at the end of the year. They also talk about the new comedy "Theater Camp" and the domestic drama "Earth Mama." Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to answer a couple of listener emails about Malort, the movie

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1:46:47

Nick D – Flashback, Alan Howarth, and Too Much Cheese

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/18

Nick welcomes musician/sound designer/film composer Alan Howarth to the podcast, to talk about his upcoming appearance at The Flashback Weekend Horror Convention, and much more. Included in the great conversation, is his work with John Carpenter, his Academy Award winning sound design of such films as the "Star Trek" series, "The Hunt for Red October" & "Back to the Future," his early days in 60's bands like "The Tree Stumps" and "Braino" (the Pink Floyd of Cleveland!), and his thoughts on the

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1:47:04

Nick D – Amy Guth, “Black Ice,” & Keri is an Emmy...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/14

Nick takes some special time to review, and focus on a great new documentary called "Black Ice," which is about the systemic racism found in the sport of hockey. He then welcomes writer/producer/filmmaker/podcaster Amy Guth, from 'Crain's Chicago Business,' to talk about her adventures in L.A. while producing her latest film, taking meetings, and staying in a vast variety of Airbnb's. They also talk about concert crowds, laundromats, and the upcoming Chicago Jewish Book Festival. Then Esmeralda Leon

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1:49:38

Nick D – Emmy Nominations, Weird Crushes & Too Many...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/11

Nick talks to TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print about a few new shows, and the predictions for the Emmy Awards in many major categories. Will "Succession" and "The White Lotus" get tons of nominations is the drama category, even though both shows are comedies? And, most importantly, will Dan Radcliffe get nominated for playing Weird Al? Then Esmeralda Leon joins Nick, as he tells her about his adventures navigating through all of the drunk idiots at the weekend's

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1:47:43

Nick D – Mission Impossible, Wham!, Threads is Weird

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/07

Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to talk about, and review some new movies including, a Netflix documentary about the 80s group Wham!, a raunchy comedy called "Joyride," and the insane new "Mission: Impossible" film with Tom Cruise. They also talk about the 70mm Film Festival happening at the Music Box Theatre in Chicago. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick also talk about the greatness of Wham!, the 4th of July, and peeing on the wall at Dave Matthews' concerts. They also try

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1:40:26

Nick D – “For The People” July Edition

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/07/04

In this "For the People" episode, Nick talks with Herb Weisbaum, The Consumerman, from Checkbook.org about the latest consumer issues including, the FTC suing Amazon and Publisher's Clearing House, the skyrocketing problems of concert/event ticket scams, and the increase in electric vehicle issues. Then, Nick and Tom Appel, from Consumer Guide Automotive, talk about the return of Alfa Romeo, the dominance of Tesla in the world of charging stations, and the great new Honda Accord. They also talk

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1:47:21

Nick D – Marnie Shure, $63 Six-Packs, & Cookie Butter

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/30

Nick welcomes Marnie Shure from the food website The Takeout.com, to talk aboutThe Best & Worst Fast Food Items of 2023 so far, the new Netflix pop-up restaurant on L.A., Potbelly's new Cookie Butter Milk Shake, and they look at the list of the top performing restaurant chains of the year. Plus, Nick and Marnie discuss the latest horror films they've seen from "DeadStream" to "Evil Dead Rise" to "Train to Busan," and more. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick talk about the $63 six-pack of beer you can

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1:45:46

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV, NASCAR & Cool Neighborhoods

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/27

Nick chats with TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, about the Best Shows of 2023 (so far) including: "Happy Valley," "I am a Virgo," "Taste the Nation," and "Dave." They also talk about Nick's hatred of "The Bear," and the progress of the continuing writers' strike. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to discuss the further impending doom of that dreaded Chicago NASCAR event, the disappearance some great Chicago neighborhoods, weird (but great) TV shows like: "You

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1:46:55

Nick D – Movies, Indiana Jones & Who’s Your Daddy?

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/23

Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to review the latest summer releases, including: quirky director Wes Anderson's latest, "Asteroid City;" the raunchy sex comedy, "No Hard Feelings" with Jennifer Lawrence; and the newest chapter in the Harrison Ford adventure series "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny." Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick relive a classic Dean Martin TV moment, talk about being shocked and/or surprised at weird concerts, and they remember some of the most

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1:46:42

Nick D – Monica Eng, Malort on Tap, & The Screaming Guy

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/20

Nick welcomes writer Monica Eng from Axios Chicago, to talk about the recent Mayoral race, her book "Made In Chicago," her recent trip to France where Chicago artist Robert Guinan is all the rage, a gelato shop in Lincoln Square that also performs side-show acts, and much more. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick talk about the upcoming NASCAR event that is going to cause nightmares throughout Chicago, they also discuss some truly awful game shows, and insane Japanese TV shows which include stunts like

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1:50:18

Nick D – Janet Jackson Tinley Park Nightmare & Wacky...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/16

In this episode, Nick gets into a lively chat with Jim Ryan, journalist from Forbes and The Daily Herald. They dish on Jim's interviews with the legendary Stewart Copeland from The Police, Tommy Stinson from The Replacements, and Black Sabbath's very own Geezer Butler. Then, brace yourself for a crazy tale from Nick about last month's Janet Jackson concert in Tinley Park. The story's got everything: a packed-to-the-rafters concert, no parking spaces left, an unexpected strip club detour, abandoning

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1:44:22

Nick D – TV Talk and Nick Bleeds All Over The Place

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/13

In this episode, Nick and TV critic Dan Fienberg, from The Hollywood Reporter & The Fien Print, talk about the 2023 Tony Awards telecast (which was the first awards show to be conducted without writers), the series finales of HBO's "Succession" and "Barry," and the new controversial HBO show "The Idol." Mr. Fienberg also reviews a new documentary about Dan Rather, and the wacky action-comedy with Arnold Schwarzenegger, "FUBAR." Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick fulfill another Magic Megaphone message

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1:45:35

Nick D – New Movie Reviews & Famous Actors/Forgotten...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/09

In this episode, Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to the podcast as they review some new movies including: "Rise of the Beasts" the latest chapter in the "Transformers" series; "Past Lives" a heartbreaking story about 'the love that got away;' the WWII horror movie "Brooklyn 45;" and the origin story of the most popular snack flavor of all time, "Flamin' Hot." Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to fulfill another Magic Megaphone request (involving Richie Cunningham's favorite

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1:43:59

Nick D – For The People

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2023/06/06

In this "For The People" episode, Nick talks with The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum, from Checkbook.org, about important consumer stories including: keeping up with your home insurance, the violation of child privacy laws by Amazon, the creeping dangers of A.I. scams, and the fact that Americans are keeping their cars longer than ever. Then, Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive, joins Nick to review the new Dodge Hornet, and discuss the driver-less car takeover in San Francisco, the great ads for

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