Best Stephen Tobolowsky Podcasts (2025)

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 46 (Stephen Tobolowsky, Chad Finn, Anthony Walton, Shawn Laatsch) 1:58:21

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Actor Stephen Tobolowsky returns to talk about his work on NOBODY WANTS THIS, WOODSTOCKERS (with Corbin Bernsen), and his storytelling film, THE PRIMARY INSTINCT. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses the Patriots and Tom Brady's progress as a broadcaster. Poet Anthony Walton talks about his new collection, 1968. Jen Shepard, Stephanie Colavito, …

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Nick D – Stephen Tobolowsky is Back, and Nightmare Black Friday Stories 1:51:54

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Nick welcomes back the always delightful Stephen Tobolowsky, who slips right into the conversation like he never left. They trade memories about the moviegoing rituals they shared as kids, revisit his early film work on “Josh and Sam,” and dig into the unforgettable day he performed on Broadway for a group of Hispanic schoolchildren who had never s…

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Ep. 182.1: A Quick Schedule Update from J. Keith 1:52

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Surprised that there’s no new episode of Go Fact Yourself today? Worry not! We’ve got new episodes coming back to back for the next two weeks. Plus, give the gift of GFY this holiday season! Check out our merch – including a holiday ornament – at MaxFunStore.com. Hosts: J. Keith van Straaten Credits: Theme Song by Jonathan Green. Maximum Fun's Seni…

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Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews and Crazy Christmas Trees 1:56:10

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Nick brings film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy back for a run through several major new releases, including James L. Brooks’ comedy drama “Ella McCay,” the animated sequel “Zootopia 2,” the latest “Knives Out” mystery “Wake Up Dead Man,” and the follow up to the video game horror hit “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2.” Their conversation moves …

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Nick D – For The People, Dec 2025 2:00:54

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Nick brings back Consumerman Herb Weisbaum for a fresh round of listener questions and a rundown of holiday-season consumer traps. They dig into how many so-called sale prices are nothing more than fake markdowns, take a look at toys that raise safety flags, and walk through Herb’s practical shopping tips that actually matter heading into the 2025 …

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The Intrepid Reporter 20:30

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At a dead end, Bentley reluctantly engages the help of his old friend and tenacious journalist Gwendolyn Marks. Their path leads them to the strange traveling circus where Tianna was killed and the sinister ringmaster who runs it, Doctor Nocturne (André de Shields). Meanwhile, in the past, Bentley’s relationship with Death (in the form of a little …

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 45 (Corbin Bernsen, Melba Moore, Clark Gregg, Bob Socci) 52:23

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Actor Corbin Bernsen talks about his new film, THE BELDHAM, now streaming on several platforms, and looks back at his iconic roles in L.A. LAW and MAJOR LEAGUE. Tony Award winner Melba Moore discusses her new memoir, THIS IS IT: MARVELOUS AND GETTING BETTER. Actor-writer-director Clark Gregg fills us in on his new series, THE ARTIST, streaming on T…

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk, and Don’t Ruin the Turkey! 1:46:25

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Nick shares more about the celebrations planned for his new book, “40 Years, 40 Films,” and how listeners can snag copies before the holidays. TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter drops by with sharp takes on recent SNL episodes, the Eddie Murphy documentary “Being Eddie,” the newest season of “A Man in the Inside,” and reviews of “Th…

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Ep. 182: Lilan Bowden & A Martinez 1:02:46

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It’s a home box office of trivia with Go Fact Yourself! Ashly Burch is a YouTuber and comedian who was a recent guest on episode 177 of Go Fact Yourself. She joins us as co-host. Lilan Bowden is an actor, perhaps best known for her role in the Netflix series “Murderville.” She’s had an extensive career across film and TV. But she’s been especially …

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Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews & Are You Afraid of the Dark??” 1:45:05

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Nick is joined once again by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for another round of movie talk and box office breakdowns. They look at the sluggish November numbers and review several new releases, including “Rental Family” starring Brendan Fraser, the long-awaited sequel to “Wicked,” George Clooney’s tense drama “Jay Kelly,” and the ov…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 44 (John O'Hurley, Paula Poundstone, Chad Finn, Con Fullam) 1:04:28

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Actor and host John O'Hurley returns to discuss this year's Thanksgiving Day broadcast of The National Dog Show on NBC. Comedian Paula Poundstone talks about travel, coming back to Maine, and how she possibly offended Anna Kendrick. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the continued strong play of the Patriots, plus thoughts on the Celtics, and the Red…

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Nick D – Nell Minow The Movie Mom, and What the Hell is ‘MacGruder & Loud?’ 1:42:00

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Nick welcomes Nell Minow, The Movie Mom, back to the show for a lively mix of politics, pop culture, and film talk. They break down the latest political headlines from D.C., including reactions to the recent elections and Elon Musk’s absurd pay package, before diving into Nell’s brand-new book, Low Information. Nell also shares insights from her in…

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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk, and Slap Slapply Is Back! 1:55:47

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Music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes.com returns to talk tunes, tours, and rock history with Nick. They recap highlights from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, dig into a new book about Pearl Jam, and catch up on the latest music news. Jim also reviews a few standout live shows, including Howl Owl Howl, John Cafferty and the Beave…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 43 (Sarah Botstein, Allen Adams, Mike Tuell, Colin Fraser) 1:23:15

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Filmmaker Sarah Botstein discusses THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, the film she directed with Ken Burns and David Schmidt, which comes to PBS next week. Film critic Allen Adams talks about some upcoming movies of note and his recent trip to see Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter on Broadway in Waiting for Godot. University of Maine hockey broadcaster Mike Tuell…

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The Roustabout 18:41

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Bentley tries to figure out why Death wants him to find the murderer of Tianna Hoops when her confessed-and-already-convicted killer, Bill Tuttle (Craig Tate), is already sitting on Death Row. Meanwhile, in the past, Bentley's parents Abraham and Edwina Hawthorne enlist the help of an unconventional scientist, Professor Romulus (William Fichtner), …

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Nourishing Hope 1:44:16

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Nick welcomes Dan Fienberg, TV critic for The Hollywood Reporter, back to the podcast for another round of sharp television talk. They dive into the most recent Saturday Night Live episodes and the latest TV news before Dan reviews several new releases, including Vince Gilligan’s sci-fi comedy “Pluribus” starring Rhea Seehorn, Emma Thompson’s myste…

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Ep. 181.5: The Best of Politics Special 55:08

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It’s time to go to the polls with Go Fact Yourself! It’s a collection of some of our favorite trivia segments that feature politicians as experts. In this episode: Peter Sagal and Rebecca Makkai from ep. 45. Helen Zaltzman and Lewis Black from ep. 79. Antonio Villaraigosa from ep. 164. Kitty Felde and Charlie Hankin from ep. 51. Parker Molloy and K…

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Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews, and Cop Rock Rules! 1:49:19

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Nick is joined once again by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for another round of sharp movie talk and box office insight. They review a packed slate of new releases, including Guillermo del Toro’s bold new take on “Frankenstein,” the latest entry in the “Predator” saga, the Sydney Sweeney boxing biopic “Christy,” and Jennifer Lawrenc…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 42 (John Slattery, James Vanderbilt, Abby Phillip, Chad Finn) 1:12:22

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John Slattery and Director James Vanderbilt discuss the new film, NUREMBERG. CNN anchor Abby Phillip talks about her new book on Jesse Jackson, A DREAM DEFERRED. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the Patriots and Red Sox. Actor, writer, and Maine native Carrie Adams on her commercial work and James L. Brooks’ film, ELLA MCCAY. Bruce Pratt with Sport…

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Nick D – For The People, Nov 2025 1:45:24

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It’s another “For The People” episode, as Nick welcomes The Consumerman, Herb Weisbaum from Checkbook.org, to break down the latest consumer news and scams you need to know about. Herb explains why cryptocurrency remains a high-risk gamble, how long-term car loans can quietly drain your wallet, and the growing problem of fake loan approval robocall…

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Nick D – Monica Eng, Words of Wisdom from Tony Fitzpatrick, & It’s Halloween! 1:50:09

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Nick kicks things off with some exciting news about his brand-new book, “40 YEARS, 40 FILMS,” available from Eckhartz Press. Then he welcomes Monica Eng from Axios Chicago to discuss local stories like the 100-mile border rule, the Gregory Bovino hearing and its surprising outcome, and why grocery store tacos deserve way more respect. They also deb…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 41 (Paul Myers, Zay Harding, Bob Ryan, Shawn Laatsch) 1:07:29

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Author Paul Myers discusses his new book, JOHN CANDY: A LIFE IN COMEDY. Host Zay Harding talks with us about Season 2 of his CBS Saturday morning series, THE VISIONEERS. Bob Ryan of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the NBA, Maine's Cooper Flagg, and The Beatles. Shawn Laatsch from UMaine's Versant Power Astronomy Center fills us in on Novemb…

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The Trapeze Artist 23:52

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Bentley Hawthorne (Cory Michael Smith) lives a solitary life in an old mansion with his butler, Pym (Zeljko Ivanek). In secret, Bentley works for the angel of Death, avenging those killed before their time. It’s a heavy burden that Bentley bears alone. However, when Bentley gets a new case involving the murder of a trapeze artist, he finds himself …

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Grim Death and Bill the Electrocuted Criminal - 60 Second Trailer 1:00

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In this quirky, supernatural investigative thriller from acclaimed artist Mike Mignola (Hellboy) and NYT bestselling author Thomas E. Sniegoski, Bentley Hawthorne lives a solitary and mysterious life in an old mansion with his wry, long-suffering butler, Pym. Pym and Bentley's childhood friend and spitfire journalist Gwendolyn Marks don't understan…

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Weirdo Actors! 1:48:54

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Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg back to the podcast for another round of smart, funny, and slightly unhinged TV talk. The two cover everything from Dan’s unwavering loyalty to The Simpsons to his unapologetic dislike of Seinfeld, plus a look at the latest SNL hosted by Sabrina Carpenter. Dan also reviews several new shows, including the Stephe…

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Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews & CIFF Coverage 2:06:16

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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for a special extended edition of their movie review segment, packed with more films than ever. The trio dives into an eclectic lineup of new releases, including Emma Stone’s wild new odyssey “Bugonia,” the Springsteen biopic “Deliver Me from Nowhere,” George Romero’s daughter’s zombie com…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 40 (Bernie Leadon, Leonard Maltin & Nat Segaloff, Chad Finn, John Karalis)) 1:11:33

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Former member of The Eagles, Bernie Leadon, discusses his new solo album, TOO LATE TO BE COOL. Film historians Leonard Maltin and Nat Segaloff talk about their book, EVERY MOVIE IS A MIRACLE. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the red-hot Patriots and more. John Karalis from Boston Sports Journal with a Celtics season preview. Food Coma's Joe Ricchio…

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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk and GWAR Rules! 1:34:38

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Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan from Forbes.com back to the show for a deep dive into music, madness, and metal. They preview this year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony and trade stories from Jim’s recent interviews with legends like Rob Halford of Judas Priest — including Halford’s hilarious tale about the best massage he’s ev…

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Ep. 181: The 2024(ish) Listener Tournament Finals: Khalil Goodman & Kristen Pilotte 1:08:08

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After an extensive competition amongst our MaxFun Members, it all culminates in the 2024(ish) Listener Tournament Finals – a new episode of Go Fact Yourself! (Do YOU want to be a guest on the show? Make sure to support us in the 2026 MaxFunDrive and stay tuned for our next Listener Tournament!) Khalil Goodman is a photographer who works in public c…

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Nick D – Marnie Shure, Pumpkin Pop Tarts & Slap Slapply! 1:51:01

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Nick welcomes food writer and horror enthusiast Marnie Shure back to the podcast to talk about the upcoming Mortified Chicago show, her latest horror exploits, and her recent pieces on The Disappointed Tourist exhibit at the Chicago Architecture Center. They also dig into Marnie’s hilarious take on the misuse of terms like “sharp” and “medium,” bef…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 39 (Evan Dando, Rhonda Shear, Ken Belson, Robby Johnson) 1:17:07

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Evan Dando of The Lemonheads talks about his memoir, RUMORS OF MY DEMISE, and his upcoming album, LOVE CHANT. Rhonda Shear tells us about the return of UP ALL NIGHT, Ken Belson of the New York Times discusses his new book on the NFL, EVERY DAY IS SUNDAY. Singer-songwriter Robby Johnson fills us in on his cover of YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG nad his…

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk & Remembering Tony Fitzpatrick 1:48:10

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This week, Nick reflects on the passing of his dear friend Tony Fitzpatrick, beloved Chicago artist, actor, writer, and all-around creative force. Nick shares heartfelt stories about Tony’s incredible life, along with a memorable clip from Tony’s appearance on the podcast that perfectly captures his wit, passion, and humanity. A true original, gone…

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Nick D – Erik, Steve, Movie Reviews, and $20 Goth Smoothies 1:47:09

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Nick reunites with film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to catch up on Steve’s trip to Fantastic Fest, talk box office trends, and review new releases including Tron: Ares, The Kiss of the Spider Woman starring Jennifer Lopez, Roofman with Channing Tatum, and a heartfelt new documentary about John Candy. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 38 (Jeff Tweedy, John Fugelsang, Deidre Hall, Chad Finn) 1:18:12

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Jeff Tweedy discusses his new solo album, TWILIGHT OVERRIDE, and his current tour. John Fugelsang returns to the show to talk more about his new book, SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. Deidre Hall joins us to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of DAYS OF OUR LIVES. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the Patriots' bug win over Buffalo and the Red Sox o…

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Nick D – For The People, Oct ’25 1:53:50

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Monthly consumer and car talk you can use. First up, The Consumerman Herb Weisbaum on the home insurance crunch, the Trump Administration’s plan to weaken airline passenger protections, Delta’s head-scratching credit card policy, and Amazon’s 2.5 billion settlement over subscription “traps.” Then Car Guy Tom Appel from Consumer Guide Automotive rep…

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Ep. 180.5: The Best of Hip-hop Special 1:02:21

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The beat is fresh and so is the trivia on the Best of Hip-hop special of Go Fact Yourself! It’s a boxed set of our favorite rap trivia from over the years, including Hall of Fame MCs and DJs as experts. Appearing in this episode: Gina Yashere from ep. 142 Evette Dionne from ep. 121 Seán Devlin from ep. 87 Sarah Jones from ep. 167 DJ Jazzy Jeff from…

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Nick D – Dr. Keith Lipinski, Pro-Wrestling, and More Terrible Celebrity Side-Projects 1:41:15

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Nick teams up with pro-wrestling expert Dr. Keith Lipinski from AAW Pro to break down the latest in the squared circle. Despite a wave of injuries to stars like Ospreay, Strickland, and Cole, AEW has been delivering strong shows and top-tier pay-per-views. They also talk about how the women are continuing to dominate WWE, why Netflix ratings are ba…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 37(Jeremy Swift, Nat Segaloff) 52:41

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Jeremy Swift, from TED LASSO and DOWNTON ABBEY, talks about his new film, GROW, which comes to theaters on October 17. Film critic Nat Segaloff discusses his new book with fellow critic Leonard Maltin, EVERY MOVIE IS A MIRACLE. Shawn Laatsch fills us in on October events in the skies and at Versant Power Astronomy Center. Retired sportswriter Mike …

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Nick D – Nell Minow, Movies, Politics, and…Slap Slapply!!! 1:54:36

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Nick welcomes Nell Minow, The Movie Mom, back to the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation covering politics in D.C., the Jimmy Kimmel First Amendment fight, and her reviews of the new documentary The Librarians, the horror film HIM, and Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest masterpiece One Battle After Another. She also talks about her interviews with w…

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Nick D – Erik Childress, Movie Reviews, & Vinny Sings! 2:00:40

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Nick is joined by film critic Erik Childress (with Steve Prokopy off this week) to dig into a fresh slate of movie releases. They cover Paul Thomas Anderson’s ambitious new epic One Battle After Another starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, Matthew McConaughey’s The Lost Bus, Eleanor the Great with June Squibb directed by Scarlett Johansson, an…

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Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 36 (Kyle MacLachan, Adrienne Barbeau) 1:15:59

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Actor Kyle MacLachlan talks with us about his new podcast, WHAT ARE WE EVEN DOING, and his long collaboration with David Lynch. Adrienne Barbeau discusses some career highlights, from Broadway to Maude, The Fog, Escape from New York, and her recent role on J.J. Abrams’ series, Duster. We talk with political commentator John Fugelsang about his new …

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk, Emmy Wrap-Up, and Ridiculous Catalogs 1:54:23

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Nick is joined once again by TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter for a lively breakdown of the Emmy Awards, from the winners who deserved it to the surprises no one saw coming. They also wade into the latest chaos from the Big Brother house and review new shows, including the Netflix drama Black Rabbit with Jude Law and Jason Bateman…

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Ep. 180: Stephen Tobolowsky & Aparna Nancherla 1:03:41

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Consider yourself at home– with trivia on Go Fact Yourself! Stephen Tobolowsky is an actor, writer, and director. He’s perhaps best known for his role as Ned Ryerson from the classic film Groundhog Day. He’ll tell us about what it’s like being part of such an iconic movie – and how its fans keep him humble. Aparna Nancherla is a comedian, who’s als…

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Nick D – Monica Eng, Aldi Rules, & The Slap Heard Around the World 1:48:02

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Nick welcomes journalist Monica Eng from Axios back to the podcast to dig into some of her latest stories. They cover the looming possibility of the National Guard coming to Chicago, updates on how to get your Covid vaccine, the opening of a new restaurant at Bally’s in River North, and why Aldi might just be the best place on earth (yes, even with…