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Nick D – Filmmaker Joe Ahern & Crazy Parenting Jan 27, 2023

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Nick talks with Joe Ahern the co-writer, director and star of the new movie “The Disppearance of Toby Blackwood,” a terrific comedy shot during lockdown about consiracy theories, a crazy mystery, and going down the hilarious rabbit-hole of the internet. It also features great cameos by many stars, including Luis Guzman and Nick’s Future Ex-Wife: Dana DeLorenzo. Then Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for another Magic Megaphone Message, and to chat about weird parenting, Karo Syrup covered pancakes, Brad Pitt gving toddlers cans of Coke and more. They also taste test some weird flavored Kit Kat bars and talk about the next Nick D Podcast LIVE event at Zanies in Rosemont. [EP110]

Nick D – TV Talk and Weird Celebrity Parents Jan 24, 2023

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Nick is joined by TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter Dan Fienberg to talk about some new documentaries debuting at the Sundance Film Festival, including “Still” the new doc about Michael J. Fox, and “Deepest Breath” a Netflix doc about deep water free-diving. Also discussed is the latest episode of SNL (and the departure of Cecily Strong), the new reboot of “Night Court,” and the return of the very funny “American Auto” on NBC. Then, Esmeralda Leon and Nick fulfill another Megaphone Message, talk about the madness of the CTA, share stories of weird celebrity parents, and taste test some crazy Kit Kat candy bars. And, Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP109]

Nick D – Hey Chicago! Name That Snow Plow, & Movie Talk Jan 20, 2023

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Nick is joined by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to review the new Anna Kendrick film “Alice, Darling,” the Gen Z techno thriller “Missing,” “The Son,” the new family drama with Hugh Jackman and Anthony Hopkins, and a brand new 4K restoration of the John Carpenter masterpiece “Assault on Precinct 13.” Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick grant another Magic Megaphone wish, finish their Japanese snack taste tests, and talk about citizens of Chicago naming the snow plows of the City, and more. [EP108]

Nick D -Jim Ryan: The Year in Music 2022 Jan 17, 2023

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Nick is joined by music journalist Jim Ryan, from Forbes and The Daily Herald to talk about The Year in Music, including the best albums of 2022 (Spoon, Eddie Vedder, Tears For Fears are among the artists on the list) and the best concerts of 2022 (including The B52s at the Chicago Theater, Jack White at Empty Bottle, and Chris Stapleton at Wrigley Field). They also talk about how Joe Walsh has always been waaaay too good for The Eagles, and the time that Paul Oakenfold pretended to be both Pet Shop Boys. Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick talk about more celebrity drama (Richard Gere and Debra Winger HATED each other during the making of “An Officer and a Gentleman” and Justin Bieber is a punk), fulfill a drunken Megaphone Message, taste some Japanese candy that look suspiciously like meth rocks, and Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke! [EP107]

Nick D – Marnie Shure from The Takeout Jan 13, 2023

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Nick is joined by Marnie Shure, The Editor of “The Takeout,” to talk about needlessly complicated A.I. ovens, terrible sugar-free wine, how Tik Tok ruins everything, they also talk about movies like “The Menu,” “The Babadook” and the new classic “M3GAN”, and they taste test the new Crunchy Cookie M&M’s. Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick taste more Japanese snacks, fulfill a Megaphone Message, discuss celebrity drama involving Robert Downey Jr., Lea Michelle and an very angry Peter Frampton. Plus they preview the next Nick D Podcast LIVE event at Zanies in Rosemont. [EP106]

Nick D – TV Talk & Celebrity Drama Jan 10, 2023

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Nick is joined by TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter, to talk about the new Peacock docu-comedy series, “Paul T. Goldman” (and other uncomfortable comedies like the Borat movies, the Tom Green shows and the Christopher Guest mockumentaries), the new HBO zombie drama based on the video game: “The Last of Us,” and new ABC spy series “Will Trent.” Then Esmeralda Leon chats with Nick about some behind-the-scenes celebrity dramas, the next LIVE Nick D Podcast event at Zanies in Rosemont, and they taste test more Japanese snacks , fulfill a new Magic Megaphone Message, and Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP105]

Nick D – THE YEAR IN MOVIES 2022 Jan 06, 2023

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Nick is joined by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to talk about the year in movies: 2022. The best, the worst, and everything in between are discussed in this detailed conversation about an incredibly interesting 12 months of cinema. They also touch upon the future, and preview some of the most anticipated movies of 2023. Get ready for some agreements, disagreements and much more (including movies you’ve probably never heard of) in this particular episode. [EP104]

Nick D – The First “For The People” of 2023 Jan 03, 2023

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In this “For The People” episode Nick is joined by The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum from Checkbook.org to talk the nightmare travel stories from this holiday season, and what travelers can do to receive compensation and help. They also discuss consumer rights, gift return fees, kids’ smart toys that spy on them and more. Then Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive chats with Nick about automotive issues, forgotten car features (like swivel seats, liquid spray for tires, seat heaters that catch fire, and more), offensive car ads, and of course, they talk about spotting stars on old TV shows (it’s incredible how many time Leonard Nimoy played an Indian on westerns)….and Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP103]

Nick D – The Year in Pro Wrestling & Celebrity Heroes Dec 30, 2022

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Nick is joined by Pro-Wrestling expert Dr. Keith Lipinski from AAW Pro, to talk about the crazy year in Pro-Wrestling including the backstage drama at both AEW (with CM Punk and the infamous press conference) and WWE (the cover-up scandal and Vince McMahon’s “retirement”), and the best stuff of the year like: Sami Zayn & The Bloodline, and Jamie Hayter finally winning the Women’s Championship, and much more. Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick taste test some Japanese snacks (loaded with collagen!), tell more stories of heroic celebrities (Harrison Ford, John Krasinski and Muhammed Ali all save lives!) and Nick unveils his David Blaine impression. Plus more details about The Nick D Podcast LIVE even at Zanies in Rosemont on January 17th. [EP102]

Nick D – Dan Fienberg: The Best of 2022 – Television Dec 27, 2022

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Nick is joined by TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print to talk about The Best Television of 2022 including: “Atlanta,” “Reservation Dogs,” “Barry,” “Better Call Saul,” and much more. Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick fulfill another Magic Megaphone Message, talk about heroic celebrities (Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hardy are good guys to have on your side!), taste test more crazy Japanese snacks, plug the next LIVE Nick D Podcast evet at Zanies in January…and Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP101]

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