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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That Show Hasn't Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio Misfits
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Award-winning radio personality, podcaster, and SNL fanatic/historian NICK DIGILIO hosts this weekly deep dive into the world of the granddaddy of all sketch-comedy shows. Nick, a Second City grad and veteran of Chicago comedy and theater, has watched every single episode of SNL since George Carlin hosted the premiere on October 11th, 1975. Consisting of new and old episode analysis; SNL-relates guests; historical impact; and even entire episodes dedicated completely to just one sketch…this ...
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Nick D – Amy Guth is Dead & Keanu Hates His Movie
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Nick welcomes podcaster, writer, producer, broadcaster, and filmmaker Amy Guth to the podcast to chat about her latest travels and adventures in the film world. Amy recently played a corpse in a movie (and had an interesting drive home from the shoot) and continues to refine her unique method for fixing broken projects. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins N…
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That Show – SURPRISE!!! SNL Cameos Pt. 2
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We all know that “Saturday Night Live” has had some pretty incredible and funny surprise celebrity cameos over the years. Since the very beginning, SNL has had a wonderful habit of bringing out celebrities to have some fun and shock audiences at home and in the studio by simply popping on stage. In this episode, Nick looks back at some of the best …
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Nick D – ‘For The People’, September 2024
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In this “For The People” episode, Nick welcomes The Consumerman, Herb Weisbaum from Checkbook.org, for his monthly visit to discuss topics like gas rewards for credit cards and new rules for flying commercially with kids. Then it’s time for the “Checkbook’s College of Consumer Knowledge Quiz,” where Herb tests Nick and Tom Hush’s knowledge of money…
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Nick D – The Best Movies of ‘Ratboy’ Summer 2024!
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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to the podcast to review a few new films, including “Reagan,” “1992,” and “Slingshot.” They also discuss their favorite films of the summer of 2024. Speaking of the summer of 2024, Esmeralda Leon fills Nick in on the season being dubbed “Ratboy Summer,” where celebrities who resemble sexy …
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That Show – Hey Everybody! Will Ferrell as Harry Caray
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Nick takes a hilarious look back at Will Ferrell’s famous Harry Caray impression. While the impersonation itself might not be the most accurate or perfect recreation of the legendary sportscaster, it’s undeniably funny, bizarre, and one of the most memorable characters Ferrell brought to life during his tenure on “Saturday Night Live.” You’ll hear …
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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Hot Weather
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Nick welcomes Dan Fienberg, TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, to discuss the latest developments in “Big Brother” Season 26 and the entire run and series finale of “Evil.” Dan also reviews the new documentary “Chimp Crazy” and shares his thoughts on his favorite show right now, “Pachinko.” They talk about the disappointing s…
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Nick D – Pro-Wrestling News, Africa Trivia and the Origins of Bowling
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Nick welcomes Dr. Keith Lipinski from AAW Pro back to the podcast to talk about the latest in pro wrestling. They dive into Roman Reigns’ return to WWE, the feud between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre, and the upcoming PPV in Berlin, among other topics. They also preview AEW’s big “All In” PPV happening in London, discussing stars like MJF, Toni Storm, …
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Cast member Punkie Johnson has announced her departure from “Saturday Night Live” after four seasons. In this episode, Nick reflects on her time on the show, highlighting some of her most memorable moments and discussing her comedy career—past, present, and future. The episode features hilarious segments, mostly from Weekend Update, where Punkie di…
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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk and We Love Karaoke
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Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes.com to chat about some recent concerts he’s attended, including Green Day, Smashing Pumpkins, Sheila E, Def Leppard, and even Barry Manilow (which only cost him $8 on StubHub). They also discuss some cool interviews Jim has done with McKenna Grace (the talented young actress from the new “Ghostbus…
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Nick D – Movie Reviews, Mean Girls, and Tracksuits
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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy back to the podcast to discuss the box office and review new movies, including the true story “My Penguin Friend,” the latest sequel in the Alien series, “Alien: Romulus,” “Close to You” starring Elliot Page, and Elizabeth Banks’ new comedy “Skincare.” Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to ta…
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That Show – Phil Hartman: The Obscure Stuff
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Nick looks back once again at the work of the best cast member in the history of “Saturday Night Live,” Phil Hartman. While Hartman’s best-known work—like his great impressions of Bill Clinton and Frank Sinatra, and unforgettable characters like Unfrozen Caveman Lawyer and The Anal-Retentive Chef—is always talked about and shared, this time Nick sh…
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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and The 2000s
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Nick chats with TV critic Dan Fienberg from “The Hollywood Reporter” about the television coverage of the Olympics and the latest episodes of “Big Brother.” Dan also reviews some new shows, including “Time Bandits,” based on the Terry Gilliam film; a documentary about African-American cinema called “Hollywood Black”; “Charlie Hustle,” the documenta…
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Nick D – The Movie Mom, Politics, Comics and More
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Nick welcomes Nell Minow, one of his favorite guests ever and “The Movie Mom,” to the podcast. Nick and Nell have an entertaining and wildly diverse conversation about everything from politics and the current insane political news cycle to the world of comic book conventions and the rules that must be followed in creating Lifetime and Hallmark movi…
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That Show – Political Impressions, Pt. 2
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It’s an election year, so Nick revisits some of the most iconic political impressions in “Saturday Night Live” history. In Part 1 of this series, Nick focused on impressions performed by guest stars and hosts rather than regular cast members. In Part 2, cast members are showcased, and you’ll hear the background stories about the impressions, who wr…
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Nick D – For The People, Aug 2024
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In this “For The People” episode, Nick welcomes Herb “The Consumerman” Weisbaum from Checkbook.org to discuss the problems with credit card rewards programs, VROOM car refunds, and how to expertly purchase eye-wear without getting ripped off. Then, Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive joins Nick to review a couple of new cars, including the 202…
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Nick D – Live From Flashback Weekend 2024!
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In this special episode, Nick and Esmeralda Leon host a LIVE version of “The Nick D Podcast” from the stage at The Flashback Weekend Horror Convention. They discuss the scariest movies and scenes of all time with the enthusiastic crowd and receive a cool visit from the legendary Rich Koz, who chats about his 45 years as Svengoolie and more. Then, D…
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Nick D – Movie Reviews, The Early Days of Twitter & Getting Rickrolled
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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to review some new movies, including the true story of Northern Ireland’s most notorious hip-hop act, “Kneecap.” They also review the coming-of-age comedy “Didi” and the prison drama “Sing Sing.” Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for a final preview of the Flashback Weekend Horror Convention…
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That Show – Nader’s Raiders on SNL
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In this episode, Nick looks back at the night that consumer advocate, author, attorney, and future presidential candidate Ralph Nader hosted “Saturday Night Live.” It was a notable show, not just for Nader’s appearance, but because it was a night of many firsts. It marked the debut of cast member Bill Murray, who made an incredible impression right…
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Nick D – Amy Guth, Dying on Screen, and Getting Bit By a Dog
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Nick welcomes the multi-talented Amy Guth to the podcast to discuss her latest adventures in L.A., including being cast in a movie as a mom, which fulfills her wish of “dying on screen.” Amy also talks about her latest podcasts, the strangeness of being fired, how NOT to sabotage your own movie projects, and her experience of being bitten by a dog.…
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Nick D – Marnie Shure, Food & Horror, and All About India
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Nick welcomes food writer Marnie Shure from “Food and Wine” to discuss the latest horror movies she’s seen, including the newest “A Quiet Place” film and a creepy alien invasion flick. Then, they dive into some cool food stories, like the news that Japanese 7-Eleven stores are coming to the US, the surprising revelation that the best lunch deal in …
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That Show – The ‘Summer Jobs’ Guys
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In this episode, Nick reviews the performance of “The Summer Jobs” tour of stand-up comedy that he recently attended in Chicago. The hilarious show was performed by “Saturday Night Live” cast members James Austin Johnson, Devon Walker, and Andrew Dismukes. Nick not only reviews the comedy show but also provides a bio of each performer, sharing thei…
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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, Remembering Bob Newhart, and Pitchfork Reviewed
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Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter to discuss the latest episodes of “Evil,” the brand-new season of CBS’s “Big Brother,” and dive deep into the Emmy nominations that were announced last week. They also take a moment to remember the legendary television icon Bob Newhart, who passed away on July 18th at the age of 94. T…
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Nick D – Ted Raimi, Twisters, and Bad National Anthems
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Nick reviews the big summer disaster sequel “Twisters,” and then welcomes the terrific character actor and filmmaker Ted Raimi to the podcast. They talk about Ted’s upcoming appearance at the Flashback Weekend Horror Convention and delve into the world of the “convention circuit.” Ted shares insights about his early theater work and his outstanding…
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Dave Attell is one of the best and most influential stand-up comedians of the past three decades. His uproarious nightclub shows, brilliant TV specials, guest appearances on talk shows, regular spots on “The Daily Show,” and his groundbreaking and hilarious show “Insomniac with Dave Attell,” have cemented his reputation as a comedy legend, especial…
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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk and America’s Sweetheart
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Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan back to the podcast to talk about some of his recent interviews with Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons and the band Rise Against. They also discuss the recent Rolling Stones concert in Chicago, the Billy Joel/Stevie Nicks show at Soldier Field, Roger Daltrey at Ravinia, and more. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick…
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Nick D – ADRIENNE BARBEAU…and more!
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Nick is unbelievably thrilled to welcome legendary actress Adrienne Barbeau to the podcast to talk about her incredible career and her upcoming appearance at The Flashback Weekend Horror Convention in Rosemont, Illinois. Nick and Adrienne discuss her performances in classic movies such as “Escape from New York,” “Creepshow,” “Back to School,” and m…
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That Show – The Malcolm McDowell Tragedy
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On November 22nd, 1980, actor Malcolm McDowell hosted “Saturday Night Live,” and to put it kindly, it was a disaster. The episode started with a lousy Cold Open, followed by an uninspired monologue (which you will hear), a brutal bit involving an S&M “Leather Weather” report, many sight gags that bombed HARD, and a sketch featuring McDowell and Gil…
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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Remembering MySpace
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Since we are halfway through the year, Nick reveals his lists of the Best and Worst Movies of 2024 so far in this episode. He also welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter, who shares his list of the best TV of the year so far. Nick and Dan discuss the new season of “The Bear,” Amazon’s “Sausage Party,” and “Sunny” starring Rashi…
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Nick D – Movie Reviews, Benny Hill, and Comfort Games
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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy back to the podcast to review all the new movies. They share their thoughts on Eddie Murphy’s return in the (AWFUL) “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” the two very good horror sequels “MaXXXine” and “A Quiet Place: Day One,” and an insane, brutal, and awesome action film from India simply called…
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Nick takes a hilarious look back at one of the funniest (and dumbest) sketches in SNL history: “Colonel Angus.” Written by Tina Fey and featuring the weird and hilarious Christopher Walken as the Colonel, this crude, one-joke piece revolves around making as many sexual references as possible connected to the main character’s name, filled with nudge…
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Nick D – For The People – July 2024
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In the latest “For The People” episode, Nick welcomes Herb “The Consumerman” Weisbaum from Checkbook.org to provide some straight talk about nutritional supplements, information about medical debt being wiped from your credit score, how scammers are sending bogus texts about unpaid tolls, and where to find the most reliable movers. Then, Tom Appel …
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Nick D – Marnie Shure, Food Talk & Big Boobs McGee
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Nick welcomes food writer/editor Marnie Shure to the podcast to discuss the Joey Chestnut drama—he was booted from the July 4th Hot Dog Eating Contest! They also talk about the latest list of America’s Top Chain Restaurants and emphasize how food pantries need help all year long, not just during the holidays. Marnie provides a Horror Report and sha…
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That Show – That Night That Python Bombed on SNL
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“Monty Python’s Flying Circus” was a major influence on the early days of “Saturday Night Live.” As Monty Python gained huge popularity in America, SNL was also making its mark. In this episode, Nick looks back at the time Michael Palin and John Cleese appeared on SNL in 1997—and absolutely bombed. They not only bombed, but they did so while perfor…
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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk, Unicorns, and Rookie Cops
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Nick welcomes ‘Hollywood Reporter’ TV critic Dan Fienberg to discuss the latest in television news. They catch up on the most recent episodes of “Evil” and have an in-depth discussion about the entire season and the finale of “Top Chef.” Dan also reviews “Orphan Black Echoes,” “America’s Sweethearts: The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders,” and the new sup…
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Nick D – Movie Reviews and The Big United Kingdom Quiz!
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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to review the latest movies: “The Bikeriders” featuring Austin Butler, Russell Crowe in “The Exorcism,” June Squibb as the charming “Thelma,” and “Kinds of Kindness” from the director and stars of “Poor Things.” They also discuss the upcoming renovations for The Music Box Theatre, includin…
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That Show – Season 49: That’s a Wrap
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Season 49 of “Saturday Night Live” has wrapped, and in this episode, Nick takes a comprehensive look back at the entire season. He reviews all 20 episodes, sharing dates, details, behind-the-scenes stories, and more. Nick ranks the episodes from best to worst, discussing the standout hosts and musical guests, both good and bad. He also highlights t…
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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk & Disaster Movies
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Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes & The Daily Herald to discuss some memorable concerts he’s attended, like an annoying James Taylor with his bad jokes, and an incredible performance by Robert Plant & Alison Krauss. They also talk about Jim’s interviews with notable figures like Mickey Hart from The Grateful Dead and Michael Richa…
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Nick D – Amy Guth, Drive-Ins, Riot Fest and More
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In this jam-packed episode, Nick welcomes Mike Kerz, the owner/operator of The Midway Drive-In in Dixon, IL. They discuss the new website driveinsnearme.com, the exciting summer events at the Midway, and the impressive lineup of guests for this year’s Flashback Weekend Horror Convention. Then, journalist, podcaster, writer, and filmmaker Amy Guth j…
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Paul Thomas Anderson is one of the most acclaimed writer/directors in the history of film, with such credits as: “Boogie Nights,” “Magnolia,” “Punch-Drunk Love,” There Will Be Blood,” “Licorice Pizza,” and more. In this episode, Nick looks back at P.T.A.’s connection to “Saturday Night Live,” including talking about his early love of watching SNL, …
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Nick’s guest on this episode is TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter. They discuss the new HBO documentary “Ren Faire,” the FX/Hulu drama “Clipped” about the L.A. Clippers, the quirky comedy “Fantasmas,” and the latest version of “Presumed Innocent” featuring Jake Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard. Dan also shares his experiences from th…
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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to the podcast to talk about the Godzilla-Fest happening at The Music Box Theatre, and review some new movies including the latest Richard Linklater comedy “Hit Man,” the horror film from the daughter of M. Night Shyamalan called “The Watchers,” and what could very well be the worst movie …
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That Show – Live from New York, It’s The Eddie Murphy Show!
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On Saturday, December 11, 1982, actor Nick Nolte was supposed to be the host of “Saturday night Live,” but (for unexplained, and possibly booze related reasons) he was a no-show. Instead, for the first – and only – time, a current cast member stepped in as host, and it was: Eddie Murphy. In this episode of “THAT SHOW…”, Nick looks back at that infa…
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In this “For The People” episode, Nick talks with The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum, from Checkbook.org, about many stories including: smart ways to purchase a car, new rules concerning Buy Now Pay Later outfits, the latest news in the world of airlines (like giving refunds and providing information on all hidden fees), and putting a much needed cap on…
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Nick welcomes Monica Eng, from Axios.com, back to the podcast to discuss several Chicago-centric stories like: segregation in the CPS, a huge surge in Chicago biking (and personal stories about bike lanes and traffic), a report on the CTA, a brief history of Chinese food on the Southside, and a cicada report which includes stories of Sex Crazed Zom…
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Nick looks back at some of the most memorable characters in “Saturday Night Live” history that never took really off and became as legendary as they should have. The outrageous ESPN commentators Pete Twinkle and Greg Stink (played by Jason Sudeikis and Will Forte) are featured here, along with Lilith-Fair standup comedian/singer Cinder Calhoun (por…
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Dan Fienberg, TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, joins Nick to talk about two Disney+ documentaries: “Jim Henson: Idea Man” and “The Beach Boys” (which leads to a conversation about Nick’s obsession with the movie “Congo!”), the season finale of “Saturday Night Live” with Jake Gyllenhaal is discussed, as is the return of one …
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At the very top of this episode, Nick gives a full review the eagerly awaited prequel, “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” and then he welcomes legendary actor Stephen Tobolowsky (Ned Ryerson from “Groundhog Day”) back to the podcast to chat about his latest role in Chris Pine’s wonderfully weird new movie “Poolman,” in which Tobo appears in drag! Plus, Tob…
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That Show – Well, The Cast Thought It Was Funny
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Breaking character and laughing during a sketch on “Saturday Night Live” used to be frowned upon back in the day, but over the years, performers cracking up and losing it on stage, has become a thing that audiences love, and that Lorne Michaels more than tolerates. In this episode, Nick plays back some classic examples of “breaking” during sketches…
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Nick D – The Movie Mom, Character Actors and 45-Year-Old Soup
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Nick welcomes ‘The Movie Mom,” Nell Minow to the show to rant about the issues with the giant corporations of Exxon and Paramount, and to discuss the awful name change of The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. Nell and Nick also talk about the latest movie releases, great films that are “remote droppers,” Joseff’s of Hollywood Jewelers, and…
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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk, and The Invasion of the Land Shrimp
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Nick welcomes Music Journalist Jim Ryan to the podcast to talk about his interviews with comedian Fortune Feimster, musicians Buddy Guy and Kerry King (from Slayer), and Chicago musician/pro-wrestling promoter Billy Corgan. Plus, they talk about getting hurt in mosh pits, bad comedians selling out arenas, Oates jamming without Hall, and how absolut…
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