The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits

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Nick D – Janet Jackson Tinley Park Nightmare & Wacky Game Shows Jun 16, 2023

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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 a car at Target, and walking for miles, just to catch the last snippet of the concert. Crazy, right? To wrap things up, Esmeralda Leon and Nick respond to a Magic Megaphone request and it triggers a laugh-out-loud chat about game shows. They gab about “Family Feud,” “Password,” the quirky Canadian game show “Talk About,” and “Supermarket Sweep,” which Esma just can’t get enough of. [EP150]

Nick D – TV Talk and Nick Bleeds All Over The Place Jun 13, 2023

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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 from a teacher on the day of her retirement, they listen to a voicemail from a subscriber with an interesting request, and talk about the early careers of Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, and the casts of “Reno 911” & “The State.” Oh, and these things happen while Nick bleeds all over the place because he cut himself shaving before the recording of this episode. And, of course, Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke….while Nick bleeds. [EP149]

Nick D – New Movie Reviews & Famous Actors/Forgotten Roles Jun 09, 2023

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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 insult: ‘Bucko’), and they talk about some roles that famous actors would love to forget. Included in that conversation is the McDLT commercial featuring a young Jason Alexander (with hair!); “The Devil’s Rain,” a horror movie in which John Travolta melts into a pile of goo; and “200 Cigarettes,” which stars everyone from Paul Rudd to Courtney Love to Kate Hudson to Buster Poindexter. They also chat about Esma’s rediscovery of the great TV series, “Homicide: Life on the Streets,” and how great Andre Braugher is in it…and how weird it is to watch it on the ancient format of DVD. [EP148]

Nick D – For The People Jun 06, 2023

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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 “Dad Cars” from the past, the lost problem of overheating cars, and, of course, spotting stars on old Western TV shows. Plus, we remember Barry Newman, the star of “Vanishing Point,” a CLASSIC car film from the 70’s. And, it all closes with Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP147]

Nick D – Vincent Price and EMERGO! at The Music Box, & The Weird World of Parody Movies! Jun 02, 2023

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Nick talks with Matt Carr from The Music Box Theatre in Chicago, about his movie-dominated childhood, his love of John Carpenter’s “The Thing,” and the upcoming screenings of the Vincent Price classic “House on Haunted Hill,” which will be presented in terrifying “EMERGO!” The movie will reach beyond the screen, and into the audience’s laps and faces, as horrifying ghosts and monsters haunt the Music Box auditorium! They also discuss the great William Castle, filmmaker/carnival barker and entertainer, who came up with incredibly entertaining gimmicks to keep movie audiences enthralled. Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick answer a Magic Megaphone Message about the movie “Top Gun,” which leads to a mention of the satire “Hot Shots,” which leads to a hilarious discussion of terrible parody movies like “Re-Possessed,” “Meet The Spartans,” “Vampires Suck,” and many, many more. [EP146]

Nick D – Amy Guth, Elvis Jumpsuits & Dads Who Homebrew May 30, 2023

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Nick is joined by Amy Guth, writer, filmmaker, and host of Crains Business’ “Daily Gist Podcast,” about her adventures while filming her new movie, the crazy real-life characters she met along the way, the joy of wearing an Elvis jumpsuit, and the politics of working in an office post-Covid. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick fulfill a Magic Megaphone request (involving John Candy’s hand and Steve Martin’s butt), discuss home brewing beer & wine, and how to successfully talk behind people’s backs. Then Nick talks about his two very awkward and botched marriage proposals, and Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP145]

Nick D – Movie Reviews & Remembering Tina Turner May 26, 2023

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Nick is joined by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to review the latest Disney live-action remake of “The Little Mermaid.” They also talk about the wacky (and terrible) Robert DeNiro, Sabastian Maniscalco farce “About My Father,” and they share their feelings about very funny, and very smart comedy about little while lies that have big consequences, “You Hurt My Feelings’ starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick fulfill another Magic Megaphone request (involving a Baldwin brother), chat about hooking up your own cable equipment, discuss how no one ever quotes from literature in real life, and, they remember the great Tina Turner, who passed away this week. [EP144]

Nick D – Vegas Stories w/Esma & TV Talk w/Dan Fienberg May 23, 2023

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Nick and TV critic Dan Fienberg shoot the breeze about the WGA strike, new sitcom “SisterS”, the transformation of HBOMax to MAX, and the last episodes of “Succession” and “Barry”. They also chat about “Top Chef” and Beef Wellingtons, while Nick shares anecdotes of celebrity encounters. Then Esmeralda Leon narrates her Vegas trip, involving a Katy Perry show with an oversized toilet and dancing poo. They later remember the 90s cable TV era, and as usual, Nick’s dad lands a joke. [EP143]

Nick D – Pro-Wrestling w/Keith Lipinski & Bionic Esma! May 19, 2023

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Nick and Pro-Wrestling expert Dr. Keith Lipinski talk about the upcoming AEW and WWE pay-per-views, plus they discuss the incredible success of the great Rhea Ripley, the sudden popularity of Dom-Dom, how much Nick HATES Cody Rhodes, the mystery of the CM Punk return, the success of MJF’s title reign thus far, and what two more hours of AEW programming could bring. They also remember the great “Superstar” Billy Graham, who passed away this week. Then Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to fulfill another Magic Megaphone request (involving legendary singer Michael McDonald), they talk about disturbing songs about very young girls by The Knack, The Boss, and The Bee Gees, and Esma contemplates about what she would do if she were the Bionic Woman. And, Nick talks about the new 24/7 Streaming service at radiomisfits.live, where you can hear all of your favorite Radio Misfits podcasts and more! [EP142]

Nick D – Marnie Shure’s Food & Esma’s Funeral May 16, 2023

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Nick talks with Marnie Shure from the food website The Takeout, about how Fruit Roll-Ups are now huge on the black market, traveling to Hawaii in order to have an old-school fried apple pie from McDonald’s, and about AMC Theaters’ plan to create their own alternate snack brand. They also discuss horror movies, the last Mortified stage show, and the intense “Milk Wars” that are happening as we speak. Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick play back a listener voice mail about how depressing Tom Petty’s music is, which leads to a conversation about what Esma wants at her funeral (you better dress up) and how she ultimately wants to become compost to feed the trees, while “Feed The Tree” by Belly is playing for all to hear. And, Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP141]

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