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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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1:46:25

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk, and Don’t Ruin the...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/25

Nick shares more about the celebrations planned for his new book, “40 Years, 40 Films,” and how listeners can snag copies before the holidays. TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter drops by with sharp takes on recent SNL episodes, the Eddie Murphy documentary “Being Eddie,” the newest season of “A Man in the Inside,” and reviews of “The Beast in Me,” “The Assassin,” and the Susan Powter documentary, along with a quick look at what’s coming in the new season of “Stranger Things.”

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1:45:05

Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews & Are You Afraid...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/21

Nick is joined once again by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for another round of movie talk and box office breakdowns. They look at the sluggish November numbers and review several new releases, including “Rental Family” starring Brendan Fraser, the long-awaited sequel to “Wicked,” George Clooney’s tense drama “Jay Kelly,” and the over-the-top action spectacle “Sisu: Road to Revenge.”Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to spread the word about an upcoming holiday food drive on

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1:42:00

Nick D – Nell Minow The Movie Mom, and What the Hell...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/18

Nick welcomes Nell Minow, The Movie Mom, back to the show for a lively mix of politics, pop culture, and film talk. They break down the latest political headlines from D.C., including reactions to the recent elections and Elon Musk’s absurd pay package, before diving into Nell’s brand-new book, Low Information. Nell also shares insights from her interview with the composer of the new “Knives Out” movie, her article celebrating the 50th anniversary of Siskel & Ebert, and her thoughts on a slate of

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1:55:47

Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk, and Slap Slapply Is Back!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/14

Music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes.com returns to talk tunes, tours, and rock history with Nick. They recap highlights from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, dig into a new book about Pearl Jam, and catch up on the latest music news. Jim also reviews a few standout live shows, including Howl Owl Howl, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band at the Arcada Theatre, and Bryan Adams & Pat Benatar rocking the Allstate Arena. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for another wild round of

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1:44:16

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Nourishing Hope

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/11

Nick welcomes Dan Fienberg, TV critic for The Hollywood Reporter, back to the podcast for another round of sharp television talk. They dive into the most recent Saturday Night Live episodes and the latest TV news before Dan reviews several new releases, including Vince Gilligan’s sci-fi comedy “Pluribus” starring Rhea Seehorn, Emma Thompson’s mystery “Down Cemetery Road,” Netflix’s tense thriller “Death By Lightning” featuring Michael Shannon, and Ken Burns’ sweeping new documentary on the American

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1:49:19

Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews, and Cop Rock Rules!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/07

Nick is joined once again by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for another round of sharp movie talk and box office insight. They review a packed slate of new releases, including Guillermo del Toro’s bold new take on “Frankenstein,” the latest entry in the “Predator” saga, the Sydney Sweeney boxing biopic “Christy,” and Jennifer Lawrence’s gripping psychological drama “Die My Love.” Later, Esmeralda Leon returns to share stories from the David Byrne concert she just attended — a wild,

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1:45:24

Nick D – For The People, Nov 2025

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/11/04

It’s another “For The People” episode, as Nick welcomes The Consumerman, Herb Weisbaum from Checkbook.org, to break down the latest consumer news and scams you need to know about. Herb explains why cryptocurrency remains a high-risk gamble, how long-term car loans can quietly drain your wallet, and the growing problem of fake loan approval robocalls targeting unsuspecting borrowers. Then, Car Guy Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive joins the show to talk about tariffs, EV developments, and

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1:50:09

Nick D – Monica Eng, Words of Wisdom from Tony...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/31

Nick kicks things off with some exciting news about his brand-new book, “40 YEARS, 40 FILMS,” available from Eckhartz Press. Then he welcomes Monica Eng from Axios Chicago to discuss local stories like the 100-mile border rule, the Gregory Bovino hearing and its surprising outcome, and why grocery store tacos deserve way more respect. They also debate Chicago’s greatest hometown celebrities before turning to a heartfelt tribute to their late friend Tony Fitzpatrick. Monica shares moving stories and

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1:48:54

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Weirdo Actors!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/28

Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg back to the podcast for another round of smart, funny, and slightly unhinged TV talk. The two cover everything from Dan’s unwavering loyalty to The Simpsons to his unapologetic dislike of Seinfeld, plus a look at the latest SNL hosted by Sabrina Carpenter. Dan also reviews several new shows, including the Stephen King prequel miniseries “It: Welcome to Derry,” the cringe-comedy “The Chair Company” from Tim Robinson, and the unexpectedly gripping true-crime series

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2:06:16

Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews & CIFF Coverage

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/24

Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for a special extended edition of their movie review segment, packed with more films than ever. The trio dives into an eclectic lineup of new releases, including Emma Stone’s wild new odyssey “Bugonia,” the Springsteen biopic “Deliver Me from Nowhere,” George Romero’s daughter’s zombie comedy “Queens of the Dead,” and Kathryn Bigelow’s explosive thriller “A House of Dynamite.” They also review “The Mastermind,” “Regretting You,” and plenty

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1:34:38

Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk and GWAR Rules!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/21

Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes.com back to the show for a deep dive into music, madness, and metal. They preview this year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony and trade stories from Jim’s recent interviews with legends like Rob Halford of Judas Priest — including Halford’s hilarious tale about the best massage he’s ever had in Chicago’s Boys Town — plus Marky Ramone, Emo Phillips, and the chaotic geniuses of GWAR. Jim also recaps Riot Fest, Judas Priest, Alice Cooper,

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1:51:01

Nick D – Marnie Shure, Pumpkin Pop Tarts & Slap Slapply!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/17

Nick welcomes food writer and horror enthusiast Marnie Shure back to the podcast to talk about the upcoming Mortified Chicago show, her latest horror exploits, and her recent pieces on The Disappointed Tourist exhibit at the Chicago Architecture Center. They also dig into Marnie’s hilarious take on the misuse of terms like “sharp” and “medium,” before bravely taste-testing the season’s scariest snack — Pumpkin Pie Pop-Tarts.Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for another round of Trivia Madness,

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1:48:10

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk & Remembering Tony...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/14

This week, Nick reflects on the passing of his dear friend Tony Fitzpatrick, beloved Chicago artist, actor, writer, and all-around creative force. Nick shares heartfelt stories about Tony’s incredible life, along with a memorable clip from Tony’s appearance on the podcast that perfectly captures his wit, passion, and humanity. A true original, gone far too soon. Then, TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter returns to discuss a fresh slate of shows, including The Last Frontier, Monster:

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1:47:09

Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews, and $20 Goth...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/10

Nick reunites with film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to catch up on Steve’s trip to Fantastic Fest, talk box office trends, and review new releases including Tron: Ares, The Kiss of the Spider Woman starring Jennifer Lopez, Roofman with Channing Tatum, and a heartfelt new documentary about John Candy. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to dive into the bizarre world of Billy Corgan’s $20 Goth Smoothie, the nostalgia of those old “Scary Sounds” Halloween CDs, and memories of Erehwon

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1:53:50

Nick D – For The People, Oct ’25

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/07

Monthly consumer and car talk you can use. First up, The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum on the home insurance crunch, the Trump Administration’s plan to weaken airline passenger protections, Delta’s head-scratching credit card policy, and Amazon’s 2.5 billion settlement over subscription “traps.” Then Car Guy Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive reports on recent test drives, how Ford and GM are extending EV tax credits for buyers, fresh EV notes from Volvo, Tesla, and Nissan, plus a retro stop with

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1:41:15

Nick D – Dr. Keith Lipinski, Pro-Wrestling, and More...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/10/03

Nick teams up with pro-wrestling expert Dr. Keith Lipinski from AAW Pro to break down the latest in the squared circle. Despite a wave of injuries to stars like Ospreay, Strickland, and Cole, AEW has been delivering strong shows and top-tier pay-per-views. They also talk about how the women are continuing to dominate WWE, why Netflix ratings are baffling, the surprising TNA invasion of NXT, and what fans can expect at the next AAW show in Berwyn, Illinois. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to chat

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1:54:36

Nick D – Nell Minow, Movies, Politics, and…Slap...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/09/30

Nick welcomes Nell Minow, The Movie Mom, back to the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation covering politics in D.C., the Jimmy Kimmel First Amendment fight, and her reviews of the new documentary The Librarians, the horror film HIM, and Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest masterpiece One Battle After Another. She also talks about her interviews with writers from The Golden Girls, Roseanne, and Gilmore Girls, and shares fond memories of speaking with Martin Sheen.Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick face off

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2:00:40

Nick D – Erik Childress, Movie Reviews, & Vinny Sings!

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/09/26

Nick is joined by film critic Erik Childress (with Steve Prokopy off this week) to dig into a fresh slate of movie releases. They cover Paul Thomas Anderson’s ambitious new epic One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, Matthew McConaughey’s The Lost Bus, Eleanor the Great with June Squibb directed by Scarlett Johansson, and Emma Thompson’s icy new thriller Dead of Winter.Later, Esmeralda Leon teams up with Nick to respond to a listener complaint about their mail-order

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1:54:23

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk, Emmy Wrap-Up, and...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/09/23

Nick is joined once again by TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter for a lively breakdown of the Emmy Awards, from the winners who deserved it to the surprises no one saw coming. They also wade into the latest chaos from the Big Brother house and review new shows, including the Netflix drama Black Rabbit with Jude Law and Jason Bateman and a revealing new documentary about Charlie Sheen. Esmeralda Leon jumps in later for a lighter turn as she and Nick marvel at one of the strangest

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1:48:02

Nick D – Monica Eng, Aldi Rules, & The Slap Heard...

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits ·

2025/09/19

Nick welcomes journalist Monica Eng from Axios back to the podcast to dig into some of her latest stories. They cover the looming possibility of the National Guard coming to Chicago, updates on how to get your Covid vaccine, the opening of a new restaurant at Bally’s in River North, and why Aldi might just be the best place on earth (yes, even with self-checkout). Monica also shares her thoughts on the serene beauty of the Caldwell Lily Pool. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for a fun segment on

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