The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits

The Nick D Podcast on Radio Misfits


Latest Episodes

Nick D – Marnie Shure, Stanley Cups, and Chilly Willy Has a Problem
January 16, 2024

Nick chats with Marnie Shure from the food website "The Takeout,". They dive into the discontinuation of some awesome gum and the mystery of blurry Sweetheart Candies. They also tackle the Worst Grocery Products of 2023 and Nick finally figures out what t

Nick D – Monica Eng, The Year in Food & Fight Club Meets R2D2
January 12, 2024

Nick welcomes Axios Chicago's Monica Eng to the podcast to chat about a ton of interesting stuff, including Italian beef quiche; Chicago's composting program; hot tub river rafting; the year in food 2023, and much more. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to

Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV, Golden Globes & Weird Snacks
January 09, 2024

Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, to talk about the latest in television including: this season of "Fargo" with Jon Hamm, and the new season of "True Detective" with Jodie Foster. They also discuss the ho

Nick D – The Best (and Worst) Movies of 2023
January 05, 2024

Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to the podcast, to unveil their lists of the Best and Worst movies of 2023, and talk about the hits, the bombs, and the trends of a very unique year at the movies. From the "Barbenheimer" phenome

Nick D – For The People: January 2024
January 02, 2024

In this engaging "For the People" episode, Nick catches up with The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum to unwrap the ins and outs of holiday gift returns, delve into the safety concerns surrounding "smart toys," share eco-friendly tips for recycling old digital de

Nick D – Jim Ryan, The Year in Music & Weird Streaming Services
December 29, 2023

Nick is joined by the renowned music journalist Jim Ryan to dive into the Best Music of 2023. They jam out to discussions about top albums from iconic bands like The Rolling Stones and Depeche Mode, as well as fresh tunes from The Revivalists and Inhaler,

Nick D – Dan Fienberg and The Best Television of 2023
December 26, 2023

Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg to the podcast to talk about The Best Television of 2023, which includes discussions about "Succession," "Beef," "The Bear," "The Last of Us," and more. Nick and Dan also remember the career and life of the incredible

Nick D – Lots of Movie Reviews & The Best Christmas Entertainment
December 22, 2023

Nick talks with film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy about a bounty of new movies including, "Wonka," "Poor Things," "Ferrari," "Maestro" and "The Iron Claw." They also recap what happened at the 2023 Chicago Film Critics Awards. Then, Esmeralda

Nick D – Amy Guth’s Hollywood Adventures & Tootaloo To You!
December 19, 2023

Nick welcomes writer/producer/journalist/filmmaker Amy Guth (who is also the host of Crain's Daily Gist podcast) to the podcast to talk about her latest adventures in L.A., how weird the holidays are out there, and she also talks about a project that impl

Nick D – Film Critic Michael Phillips & A Smart Talk About Being Dumb
December 15, 2023

Nick welcomes Chicago Tribune Film critic Michael Phillips to the podcast for the very first time. They discuss Michael's beginnings as a writer, his time reviewing theater in other cities, and his current role as film critic for the Tribune. Nick and Mic