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The Midnight Air

All Things Comedy
Comedy
Christmas
Diners
Halloween
Wisconsin
Thanksgiving
Pen Pals Podcast
Travel
TV Dinners
Las Vegas
Marquette County Tribune
The Night Of the Hunter
The Handmaid's Tale
Christmas Movies
Mexican Restaurant Must Haves
Summer Concession Items
Halloween Costumes
Pumpkin Pie
Pen Pals
Top 100 Athletes

The Midnight Air is your weekly “overnight radio” podcast from Daniel Van Kirk. Topics range from friendly conversation, pop culture news, film and tv discussions, stories of lore and mysteries, plus the articles from the pages of a small newspaper in rural Wisconsin. This is the easy-listening podcast for people trying to fall asleep or for people that are trying to stay awake. This feed is also ... more

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Running through my favorites of the king of breakfast treats tonight! Plus I’m heading to Florida for a wedding and NEED to talk to you about this song I heard over the weekend. Hope you celebrated National Towel Day and I end the episode with Rhonda... more

Before jumping into the definitive Wisconsin Fun List, we’ve got a fun email from a listener about their first CD, and I'll tell you about my HOA meeting and the joys of Hot Dog Day. Plus we hit the Holi-Days like Brown Bag It Thursday and end it wit... more

I finally saw The Devil Wears Prada just in time to see The Devil Wears Prada 2! I’ve also got some great emails from some of you in The Midnight Mailbag! And I cover the Holi-Days like, “Relive Your Past by Listening to the First Music You Ever Boug... more

Netflix Is A Joke Festival is over and my show was great! I give you the details plus tell ya how I did in Vegas, and read a bunch of your emails from The Midnight Mailbag! There’s also the Holi-Days like, National Miniature Golf Day, and we close it... more

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Recent Guests

Lissa Rubin
Film enthusiast and guest contributor
Episode: Favorite 5 from 2025 w/ Lissa Rubin!
Kyle Ayers
Comedian and host of the podcast 'Never Seen It'
Episode: Pen Pals Podcast - Kyle Ayers | RE: Obsessive Tendencies
Ryan Sickler
A comedian and podcast host, known for The Honeydew and other comedic endeavors.
The Honeydew Podcast
Episode: Pen Pals Podcast - Ryan Sickler | RE: Bumper Stickers
Melissa Stevens
Co-host of Overshare Comedy and partner in various projects
Episode: Listener Emails, Calendar, Melissa Stevens, America's Most Historic Foods
Andrew Youngblood
Comedian and friend of the host
Episode: Listener Emails, Calendar, Andrew Youngblood, America's Most Historic Foods
Luke Null
A comedian and guest on this episode
Episode: Luke Null | RE: The One & Being Cold
Dave Holmes
Comedian, writer, and pop culture commentator
Episode: Dave Holmes | RE: Sad Eventualities & Fishing Boat Deckhand
Dierdre Friel
Actress and guest on the podcast
Episode: Dierdre Friel | RE: Turning Back Time & Girl Codes
Chris Sullivan
Broadway actor known for his role in 'Hadestown' and character in 'This Is Us'
NBC's This Is Us
Episode: Chris Sullivan | RE: Holiday Dishes & House Fire Possessions

Host

Daniel Van Kirk
Host of The Midnight Air; known for warm, witty, conversational style and involvement in Pen Pals offshoots.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • I was a fan, he’s lost the the plot

    DVK has become the epitome of a white apologist liberal. Hey Dan, it’s ok for people to be white and have a different opinion. It really is.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    KarlRanch
    United States4 months ago
  • Love the Midnight Air (and obvi Pen Pals)

    I look forward to it every week and hope it comes back to every weekday. Perfect companion to Pen Pals. Thanks Daniel and Rory, and also Rory and Daniel.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YEAHSCHER
    United States2 years ago
  • Midnight Air, More like Fresh Air!

    Calming hang with Dan Van Kirk as he discusses many topics and adds hilarious insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clownonwire
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it.

    5 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rainbow_Sally
    United States2 years ago
  • My Fave

    I love The Midnight Air! Five stars for soothing me to sleep like a lil baby. Huge fan of DVK and happy he shares his sense of humor and compassion with us. Loving the variety of content across episodes (a deep dive on the history of the American Diner?? Golden!!). Still get a dose of Pen Pals over on Patreon and you should too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jackpot7785
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners note occasional sound level issues but praise overall consistency and warmth.
Community feel and guest variety are frequent highlights for sponsors and guests.
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The Last Of Us, Coq Au Vin, and Top 10 Summer Foods
Q: What are the top summer foods?
Daniel Van Kirk shares his top 10 summer foods including favorites like grilled hot dogs, s'mores, and sweet corn, highlighting their nostalgic value.
Back In L.A., Talking TV, Travel Highlights, & The Tribune
Q: Will there be a meet and greet for pictures at the Denver shows?
Yes, there will be a meet and greet after the shows where he will also sell baseball cards and take pictures with fans.
RE: Burning Man & Reffing
Q: Has there been something in your life that you have always wanted to do and when you finally did it, did it meet or exceed your expectations?
Refereeing football games exceeded expectations, as it was thrilling to be on the field.
Taylor Ortega | RE: Speeding Tickets & Estranged Loved Ones
Q: How much was it in North Carolina?
It was less, but still significant.
Taylor Ortega | RE: Speeding Tickets & Estranged Loved Ones
Q: Were you going to say, I don't know if I was speeding?
I was blasting through the residential area, about 80 in the neighborhood.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Midnight Air

What is The Midnight Air about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This overnight radio–style show blends easygoing conversation, pop culture notes, and light storytelling with a steady stream of reader mail, local Wisconsin flavor, and nostalgia. The host often pivots from travel anecdotes and live-date updates to personal reflections, humor, and audience letters, creating a soothing, late-night vibe that can help listeners unwind or stay engaged through varied topics—from sports and food to local news and cultural curiosities. A notable strength is the warm, conversational banter between the host and thoughtful guests, plus a recurring Pen Pals thread that expands the show's community feel. The format likely appeals to adults seeking low-stakes, comforting entertainment with bite-sized curiosities and a ... more

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1. Lissa Rubin
2. Kyle Ayers
3. Ryan Sickler
4. Melissa Stevens
5. Andrew Youngblood
6. Luke Null
7. Dave Holmes
8. Dierdre Friel

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