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
Episodes
July 29, 2025 • 116 mins
Nick sits down with horror icon Danielle Harris to talk all things Flashback Weekend. From her early days as a child actor in the “Halloween” franchise to her scene-stealing role in the “Hatchet” films, Danielle shares what it's been like growing up in the genre and how she's managed to keep things bloody and badass ever since. She also teases her return to Flashback Weekend for a “Hatchet” cast reunion and some unforgettable celeb...
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July 25, 2025 • 103 mins
Nick previews all the bloody fun coming to the Flashback Weekend Horror Convention, including a special live taping of this podcast with Esmeralda Leon, special guests Svengoolie and actress Dee Wallace (yes, the mom from E.T.), and the chance for fans to be part of the action. It’s happening soon, and Nick’s ready for mayhem.
Later, he’s joined by food writer and horror superfan Marnie Shure for a chat about her clever pieces lik...
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July 22, 2025 • 107 mins
Nick is joined by Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter for a sharp, funny breakdown of the new season of Big Brother and the cast of lovable idiots already making a mess of things. They also dig into the 2025 Emmy nominations, calling out the most satisfying nods and baffling snubs, with a passionate plea for Harrison Ford to finally take home some gold. Plus, they react to the wild new Dexter reboot and marvel at Jamie Lee Cur...
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July 18, 2025 • 107 mins
Nick, Erik Childress, and Steve Prokopy break down a packed lineup of new releases, starting with Ari Aster’s eerie pandemic thriller Eddington. They also unpack the murky identity crisis of the I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot, dissect the twisted charm of the rom-com satire Oh, Hi!, and weigh in on the latest Superman movie that has sparked more controversy than applause.
Esmeralda Leon then joins Nick for a passionate ode...
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July 15, 2025 • 98 mins
With the annual Flashback Weekend Horror Convention just around the corner, Nick welcomes Mike Kerz—the man behind the madness—for a look at how this beloved event began and how it’s grown into a horror fan’s dream. From humble roots to a stacked lineup featuring Robert Englund, Dee Wallace, Joe Dante, Devon Sawa, Danielle Harris, and the casts of Terrifier, Re-Animator, The Howling, and more, this year’s gathering at the Hyatt Reg...
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July 11, 2025 • 110 mins
Nell Minow, a.k.a. "The Movie Mom," returns for a lively chat with Nick covering everything from her recent testimony before Congress to what she's packing for San Diego Comic-Con. They break down early buzz around the new Superman and Jurassic World films, and share their picks for the best movies of the year so far.
Later, Esmeralda Leon jumps in with tales from her latest co-hosting gig alongside Brandon Weatherbee on You, Me, ...
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July 8, 2025 • 108 mins
Nick sits down with filmmaker Don Coscarelli and producer Paul Pepperman to revisit cult favorites The Beastmaster and Phantasm, ahead of their Music Box Theatre screenings in Chicago. They share behind-the-scenes tales from the wild world of 70s independent filmmaking, including ferret-related chaos, tricky actors, and how they somehow snagged a PG rating despite nudity.
Later, Esmeralda Leon drops by for a lighter turn, bringing...
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July 4, 2025 • 98 mins
Nick checks in with film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to size up the movie year so far. From the best and worst releases to the biggest surprises of 2025, they take stock of what's worked, what flopped, and what to keep an eye on for the rest of the year. Whether it’s unexpected gems or overhyped duds, nothing gets a free pass.
Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for a gleeful roast of Independence Day. They swap stories ...
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July 1, 2025 • 104 mins
Nick kicks things off with The Consumerman himself, Herb Weisbaum, who brings the goods on protecting your wallet this summer. From spotting bait-and-switch tricks by shady moving companies to understanding how AI is fueling smarter, sneakier online scams, Herb shares practical advice with his usual clarity and bite. If you’re hiring a house painter, he’s also got the checklist you didn’t know you needed.
Later, Car Guy Tom Appel ...
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June 27, 2025 • 91 mins
Nick kicks things off with pro-wrestling insider Dr. Keith Lipinski from AAW Pro, diving into everything from WWE's controversial Saudi Arabia deal to what might truly be Goldberg's final match. There’s also plenty to say about John Cena’s surprise heel antics, and a deeper look at AEW’s packed schedule—including the buzzworthy "Mexico Grand Slam," already being called one of 2025’s standout shows. Swerve Strickland, Toni Storm, an...
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June 24, 2025 • 99 mins
TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter returns to break down the best shows of 2025 so far—yes, we’re already halfway through the year—and to share thoughts on Netflix’s unsettling new drama The Waterfront, featuring a seriously creepy Topher Grace. Nick and Dan also dig into the Top Chef finale, Owen Wilson’s new comedy Stick, and a pair of fascinating docs about Andy Kaufman and Barbara Walters.
Later, Esmeralda Leon...
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June 20, 2025 • 104 mins
Nick brings back film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to tear into the newest movie releases—some hits, a lot of misses. Pixar’s Elio gets a once-over, 28 Years Later tries to keep the horror flame alive, and Bride Hard with Rebel Wilson lands with a thud. They also offer an early review of F1: The Movie, Brad Pitt’s high-octane racing flick that turns out to be all rev and no traction.
Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to...
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June 17, 2025 • 96 mins
Nick teams up with Forbes music writer Jim Ryan to honor two towering figures lost last week: funk pioneer Sly Stone and Beach Boys genius Brian Wilson. Jim shares memories of past interviews with Norman Greenbaum, Jerry Harrison, and Steve Stevens, and breaks down two very different concert experiences—Wayne Newton in Michigan and AC/DC bringing the noise to Soldier Field. They also ponder Billy Idol’s uncanny durability and confi...
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June 13, 2025 • 116 mins
Nick kicks things off with Jack Godfrey, the creative force behind 42 Balloons—a musical inspired by the true story of Larry Walters, the guy who floated into the sky strapped to weather balloons. Now playing at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, the show has been drawing buzz, and Jack shares how this wild tale took shape on stage.
Then Monica Eng from Axios Chicago swings by with her usual eclectic mix of stories. From citywide protest...
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June 10, 2025 • 98 mins
TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter drops by to talk all things television with Nick, starting with their predictions for the Top Chef finale. Dan also recaps the highs and lows of the Tony Awards, breaks down CNN’s broadcast of Goodnight and Good Luck, and reviews the new wave of streaming content—including Netflix’s moody procedural Dept. Q, Amazon’s The Better Sister starring Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks, and ...
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June 6, 2025 • 119 mins
Nick kicks things off with Mike Kerz of Flashback Weekend and The Midway Drive-In to mark National Drive-In Day and explore the surprising opportunity for regular folks to own a piece of cinematic Americana. From midnight horror screenings to real estate with a screen, it’s a nostalgic look at the past—and maybe your future.
Later, Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy drop by for another spirited round of movie reviews, this time clash...
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June 3, 2025 • 107 mins
Nick kicks things off with Herb Weisbaum, aka The Consumerman, who breaks down the FTC's crackdown on hidden junk fees—what it means, how it works, and why it might finally spare you some surprise charges. They also dive into the sketchy world of overpriced solar installations and wrap with practical, money-saving travel tips for your summer plans.
Later, Car Guy Tom Appel pulls up with tales of hybrid Toyotas, obscure concept cars...
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May 30, 2025 • 104 mins
Nick welcomes back food writer and horror aficionado Marnie Shure for a conversation that spans terrifying films, bizarre food trends, and the upcoming Mortified Live event she’s producing. From the online rabbit hole of “dinosaur eating” videos to the surprising joys of Lemonhead Ropes, Marnie shares her latest cultural obsessions—and issues a critical warning about one kitchen item you should never store near the stove.
Later, Es...
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May 27, 2025 • 98 mins
Nick is joined by TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter to unpack the season finale of Saturday Night Live, and break down the highs and lows of its 50th season. They also cover new episodes of Top Chef, Hacks, and dig into Amazon’s comedy Overcompensating, plus HBO’s original film Mountainhead starring Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, and Ramy Youssef. And yes, they try to make sense of the whole “Max is now HBOMax ag...
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May 23, 2025 • 112 mins
Nick is joined by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for reviews of the latest cinematic offerings, including Tom Cruise’s return in Mission: Impossible, the offbeat music doc Swamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted, the darkly comic Friendship, and a new installment of the ever-morbid Final Destination series. Later, Esmeralda Leon pops in for a spirited breakdown of some real-life Hollywood rivalries, debating whether to side...
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