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That Show Hasn't Been Funny In Years: an SNL podcast on Radio Misfits

Nick Digilio / Radio Misfits Podcast Network
Saturday Night Live
Kristen Wiig
Milton Berle
Game Shows
5-Timers' Club
Eddie Murphy
Television Satire
SNL At Home
Covid-19
Comedians
The Groundlings
Second City
Comedy
Ryan Gosling
Sketch Comedy
48hrs
Nick Nolte
Lionel Richie
Fred Armisen
SNL Monologues

Award-winning radio personality, podcaster, and SNL fanatic/historian NICK DIGILIO hosts this weekly deep dive into the world of the granddaddy of all sketch-comedy shows. Nick, a Second City grad and veteran of Chicago comedy and theater, has watched every single episode of SNL since George Carlin hosted the premiere on October 11th, 1975. Consisting of new and old episode analysis; SNL-relates g... more

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Latest Episodes

Nick revisits what may be the strangest and darkest Christmas episode Saturday Night Live ever put on the air, when Bill Murray returned to host on December 12, 1981. What should have been a holiday show quickly turned unsettling, starting with a dee... more

Nick digs into a crowdsourced list that tried to crown the five most annoying characters in Saturday Night Live history, and as you might expect, he has some thoughts. The list came from an online survey, and while a few of the picks make sense, othe... more

Nick takes a close look at one of the funniest recurring bits from Saturday Night Live in the 2000s, the “Scared Straight” sketches built around Kenan Thompson’s unforgettable convict, Lorenzo McIntosh. Loosely inspired by the 1978 TV documentary of ... more

Nick revisits one of the most infamous nights in Saturday Night Live history, when actor Broderick Crawford hosted the show in March of 1977 and earned a reputation that has never really faded. Crawford was a legendary drinker, and while the broadcas... more

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David Stern
Co-founder and publisher at Eckhartz Press, author of The Balding Handbook.
Eckhartz Press
Episode: That Show – David Stern
Mike Reno
Lead singer of Loverboy
Loverboy
Episode: That Show – Jerry Lewis Hosts!
Rick Kaempfer
Veteran radio producer and author, co-owner of Eckhart's Press
Eckhart's Press
Episode: That Show – Special Guest: Rick Kaempfer
Jim Ryan
Contributor at Forbes and Chicago Sun-Times, Writer and Entertainment Commicator
Forbes, Chicago Sun-Times
Episode: That Show – Special Guest: Jim Ryan
Monica Eng
Food writer and reporter, co-host of the Chewing Podcast, and author of an upcoming historical novel about her family’s restaurant empire
Axios Chicago
Episode: That Show – Special Guest: Monica Eng
Jodie Foster
Academy Award-winning actress and director, known for her roles in films like Taxi Driver and The Silence of the Lambs.
Episode: That Show – That One Time That Jodie Foster Hosted SNL
Marnie Shure
Chicago-based writer and editor with experience in comedy and food writing.
The Takeout, The Onion
Episode: That Show – Special Guest: Marnie Shure
Amy Guth
Writer, producer, public speaker, and broadcaster
Episode: That Show – Special Guest: Amy Guth
Steve Prokopy
Chief Film Critic for Third Coast Review, film critic and frequent SNL fan.
Arts Outlet Third Coast Review
Episode: That Show – Special Guest: Steve Prokopy

Host

Nick Digilio
A veteran radio personality and podcaster, Nick Digilio is a comedy writer and performer with a deep passion and expertise in Saturday Night Live, having watched every episode since its premiere in 1975. He is a graduate of Second City and has a rich history in Chicago's comedy scene.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Repeat

    Why do you repeat what you’ve already explained multiple times?

    Listeners are intelligent.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Trudy112233
    United States6 months ago
  • Solid content, terrible delivery

    Been a fan of Nick's since the '90s. Love his movie reviews and pop culture discussions. That said, this podcast is so amateurish, it's almost unlistenable. Why? While Nick does his homework, he can't make it thru an episode without a ridiculous amount of stammering beyond his usual "ums" and "ahs." There's no way he practices reading whatever notes he has prior to recording an episode. If you're not going to practice whatever you're going to share, at least go in and edit out the "ums" and "ahs... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    The truth417
    United States9 months ago
  • Michael Keaton

    I really liked your last podcast about Michael Keaton. It was interesting to hear the changes in his four monologues over the years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McHenry listener
    United Statesa year ago
  • Even out that volume please

    The clips are much louder than the host, the mismatch was so jarring I had to turn it off. Decently enjoyable content if you follow SNL.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    you ruined the app
    United States2 years ago
  • Wayne Campbell on Sesame Street

    Hi I really love this show Can you talk about the time big bird and Telly monster did a Wayne’s world parody on Sesame Street that had a guest appearance by Mike Myers as Wayne Campbell please and thank you so much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nightmare king nwo
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging content that appeals to SNL enthusiasts and offers unique insights into the show's history.
Hosts provide a mix of nostalgia and critical examination of various aspects of SNL, inviting listener interaction.

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That Show – Special Guest: Jim Ryan
Q: Were you aware of Saturday Night Live when you were watching it?
Yes, Jim recalls working backwards to understand the cast and earlier sketches after discovering the show.
That Show – Special Guest: Jim Ryan
Q: Do you remember when you first started watching SNL?
Jim shares that he watched it initially on Comedy Central and enjoyed the Ebersol season with Eddie Murphy.
That Show – Special Guest: Monica Eng
Q: Was there anything before Saturday Night Live that made you laugh?
I enjoyed Jerry Lewis movies, Looney Tunes, and The Three Stooges as a child.
That Show – Special Guest: Monica Eng
Q: What made you first laugh before watching SNL?
I found I liked Jerry Lewis movies and later became intrigued by characters on SNL like Mr. Bill.
That Show – Special Guest: Monica Eng
Q: Did you always want to be a writer?
I fell in love with journalism after working at the Chicago Sun-Times at 15, which sparked my career in writing.

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A seasoned radio personality hosts a comprehensive exploration of the iconic sketch comedy show that has defined the genre since its inception. Each episode features in-depth analyses of specific seasons, memorable characters, and notable sketches, shedding light on the show's historical impact and continued relevance. The podcast includes engaging discussions, interviews with guests related to SNL, and provides fresh perspectives on both beloved and overlooked moments from the series. Notably, it seeks to counter the narrative that Saturday Night Live has lost its comedic edge, showcasing the artistry and dedication that continue to resonate with fans.

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