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The podcast version of Fat Dude Digs Flicks, a dude on social media who is dedicated to reviewing movies and spreading his love for all things cinema. This channel features Let’s Taco ‘Bout, an interview based podcast where Andy, The Fat Dude, chats with a guest about their life and a movie that has had a major impact it. It also features The Criterion Break, where cohosts Blake Ginithan, Derrick Veurink, and I pay tribute to the glory that is the Criterion Collection. You can follow all thi ...
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Send us a text All good things must come to an end as we close up the 🎃🔪 HORRORS OF HALLOWEEN SCARY MOVIE SEASON SPECTACULAR FILLED WITH CONVERSATIONS OF CREEPY CONTEMPLATION MINISERIES 🔪🎃 for the year. And what a way to go out, as local movie buff, Adam Dillenburg, joins the show. We chat about overcoming obstacles and finding your path, as well a…
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Send us a text The 🎃🔪 TERROR TRAIN TOURIST TRAP NIGHTMARE HALLOWEEN SCARY SEASON SPECTACULAR MARATHON 🔪🎃 keeps right on rollin’! On this week’s show, we’re joined by Canadian filmmaker, Robyn Zubuckovec. Robyn talks about her filmmaking education, what her process is in making movies, and what aspect of filmmaking she finds most appealing. We then …
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Send us a text Wrapping up the second to last week of the 🎃🔪 TERRIFYING TALES PRESENTED IN MOTION PICTURE FORM MARATHON SPECTACULAR!!! 🔪🎃 This week, Chad Barker returns to the show to celebrate the scary season. We chat about Chad’s work at the Twisted Nightmare Haunted House and his love of scary movies. We then dive into Chad’s pick for movie of …
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Send us a text The 🎃🔪 HALLOWEEN SCARY SPOOKY SEASON OF MOVIES OF VARYING LEVELS OF SCARINESS 🔪🎃continues!!! On this weeks episode, Shannon Cole, executive director of the Vermillion Cultural Association, joins the show! We chat about what it’s like to write for the military, living in a college town, and supporting and spotlighting the arts in said…
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Send us a text The 🎃🎃 HALLOWEEN SCARY MOVIE SPECTACULAR SPECIAL MINISERIES OF DOOM 🎃🎃 just keeps chugging along! This week, Shandra Wonnenberg, host of the Fellowship of the Mic podcast and manager of the Coyote Twin Theater in Vermillion, joins the show! We chat about the roots and rise of her podcast, helping bring the Vermillion Vortex Film Fest…
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Send us a text The 🎃🔪HALLOWEEN HORROR SCARY MOVIE SPECTACULAR 🔪🎃 keeps rolling along this week! Madeline Ramirez, co-host of The Grim Cities Podcast, steps into the guest spotlight this week. We chat about researching haunted history, finding a love for the horror genre, the joy of found footage, and why Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats might, low-key, b…
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Send us a text The 🎃🔪 SPOOKY SCARY HORROR HALLOWEEN SPECTACULAR 🔪🎃 continues!!! This week on the program, I am joined by cohost of the That Movie is Fine podcast, Lauren Knight. We chat about movie marketing, appreciating Sylvester Stallone, and the roots of a deep love for horror and practical effects. We then dive into our featured movie of the w…
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Send us a text The 🎃🔪HALLOWEEN HORROR SPECTACULAR 🔪🎃 continues this week with South Dakota based artist, Klaire Lockheart. We discuss Klaire’s work and how humor and a little bit of snark can be artistic, the Unaccredited College of Klaire (UCK), the joy of tangible, practical effects, and where Klaire’s love of horror comes from. We then dive into…
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Send us a text Double episode release weeks are in full effect as we journey through our 🎃💀 HALLOWEEN HORROR SPECTACULAR!!!*💀🎃 On this week’s show, I am joined by the founder and Chief Creative Officer of Bad Hand Books, Doug Murano. Doug and I chat about what it’s like being an independent publishing house, the road to get there, and where Doug’s …
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Send us a text 🎃💀HALLOWEEN HORROR SPECTACULAR BEGINS!!! 💀🎃 Time to kick-off one of my favorite times of the year! The Halloween Horror Spectacular (name is a work in progress) begins with a conversation with horror photographer, Brandi Hancock. We chat about residing in rural Alabama, teaching yourself new skills so you can pursue your dreams, and …
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Send us a text On this week’s episode, The Fat Dude is joined by the director of Tater Tot & Patton, Andrew Kightlinger, whose latest film, Lost on a Mountain in Maine, kicks off the Vermillion Vortex Film Festival this Friday night (9/20). The two chat about Andrew’s journey from Madagascar to South Dakota to Los Angeles, and how a box of VHS tape…
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Send us a text The Balcony is OPEN!!! This week, the boys in the balcony dive into some recent watches, including some of 2024’s marquee horror titles. Following that, they discuss the featured topic of the week, a Fall Movie Preview. The guys discuss some stand-out titles playing at the big upcoming film festivals before breaking down some of the …
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Send us a text The Criterion Break is back! On this week’s show, the guys from the back row chat about some recent watches, including a theatrical viewing of the new 4K remaster of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai. Next, they briefly discuss the upcoming CC40 box set and what their thoughts are on this being Criterion’s big November box set. Finally,…
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Send us a text We’re wrapping up the summer blockbuster miniseries with a Fat Dude foundational film. Billy Yost, musical genius and one of the founding members of the Chicago-based rock band, The Kickback, joins the show this week. We chat about creative success, satisfaction, and disappointment, as well as finding musical influences thanks to the…
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Send us a text The summer blockbuster miniseries keeps on trucking! This week, it’s a podcast team up for the ages as Casey and Sam of Screams From The Basement join the show. The two horror podcasters talk about their hectic schedule for the next few months, and chat with the Fat Dude about finding their podcasting rhythm. The gang then chat about…
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Send us a text Ah snap! It’s… 🤖🤖 TERMINATOR 2-SDAY!!! 🤖🤖 Blake Ginithan of The Criterion Break and The Balcony rejoins the show as a part of the Summer Blockbuster miniseries. We discuss the summer blockbuster experiences of the past and what our hopes are for the future, as well as our excitement in being part of a blossoming local film community.…
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Send us a text The summer blockbuster series keeps chugging along. This week, resident severe (movie) weather expert and reliable podcast cohost, Derrick Veurink, joins Let’s Taco ‘Bout for a double feature. Derrick and the Fat Dude start by discussing this summer’s surprises before a chat about the Jan De Bont weather thriller, Twister. The two ta…
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Send us a text The Criterion Break returns, continuing the summer-long theme on the Fat Dude Digs Flicks podcast network with another round of summer blockbusters. First, the boys chat about a recent screening of Brian DePalma’s Blow Out at the State Theater in Sioux Falls. Then, the guys dive into the subject of this week’s episode, the Criterion …
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Send us a text The Summer Blockbuster season continues! This week, actor and genuine good dude, Jimmy Myers, joins the show. We chat about Jimmy’s love for entertaining others, his job working with people with developmental disabilities, and how he met and fell in love with his wife. We then dive into our featured movie of the week, Steven Spielber…
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Send us a text Welcome to Earth! The Summer Blockbuster miniseries continues! This week, we line up around the block with Ty and Rachael Hudson, hosts of the Summers Off podcast, and longtime friends with the Fat Dude. We throw any semblance of an outline out the window as we catch up on life, with Ty discussing his path towards seeking his doctora…
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Send us a text This week, Let’s Taco ‘Bout OFFICIALLY kicks off the Summer Blockbuster Miniseries! An event a year (plus) in the making, what better time than now to talk about the great blockbusters of old, when people across the country would go to the movie theater to take in a motion picture EVENT! This week, we kick things off with Parker Magn…
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Send us a text The Balcony is, once again, open! On this week’s show, we discuss several movies we have been watching, including a chat on one of 2024’s best films (so far), Jane Schoenbrun’s I Saw the TV Glow. We then dive into our featured chat on the highest grossing film of 1995, Die Hard With A Vengeance. We talk about our history with this fi…
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Send us a text This week, The Break is back! On this episode of The Criterion Break, we briefly chat about two recent Criterion titles that played the State Theatre in Sioux Falls, Fantastic Planet and My Own Private Idaho. We then dive into this week’s feature as we take a look at two musicals from the mind of French filmmaker, Jacques Demy. First…
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Send us a text 💨🪴 FRIDAY HIGHDAY!!! 🪴💨 “I know you don’t smoke weed, but I’m gonna get you high today. Because it’s Friday, you ain’t got no job, and you ain’t got shit to do!” This week, Let’s Taco ‘Bout puff puff gives a new episode for your brain. Zo Richardson of Back Look Cinema joins the show this week to chat with the Fat Dude about his life…
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Send us a text On this week’s episode, we’re changing things up a little! The Fat Dude has spent the week in Omaha and he has some things to Taco ‘Bout. Joining him in his out of town movie adventure is his brother, Matt Heller. The two discuss their feelings about an advance screening of In A Violent Nature. Then, they travel to the desert Wastela…
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Send us a text Welcome! The Balcony is now open! On this week’s episode, with the year one-third of the way done, the guys discuss some of their favorite films so far of 2024. Find out what movies they think are worth your watch! The featured topic of this week’s episode is almost two years in the making. Since 1952, every decade, Sight & Sound mag…
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Send us a text Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns this week with an all new episode! This week, the Fat Dude is joined by the host of the 2 Cents Critic Podcast, Arthur Howell. Arthur and Andy chat about why kids love microbiology, intelligence and a thirst for learning at a young age, latching on to entertainment, and the importance of social activism befor…
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Send us a text Let’s Taco ‘Bout is back with TWO all-time greats. First, the Fat Dude is joined by one of his favorite humans walking the planet, pastor Steve Miller from First Church of Jaffrey. We chat about our history together, Steve’s journey around the country, being an East Coaster in the Midwest (and back again), and his voyage through fait…
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Send us a text Every hiatus seems to end with a Break and this one is no different. The Criterion Break is back! On this week’s show, the Arthouse trio discuss some recent watches, and then dive into the One Night collection, now streaming on the Criterion Channel. The guys discuss their love for this particular sub-genre, before chatting about Ela…
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Send us a text In a special episode of The Balcony, the gang from the back row discuss their Oscar night predictions, providing some last minute commentary on the categories, the nominations, and some stand-out omissions. The guys also talk about why they love Oscar night so much. Blake can be found on Letterboxd @therealjohng and on Instagram @bla…
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Send us a text The annual tradition continues!!! This week, Jameson Pfeifle joins the show as we count down our favorite films of 2023. We discuss the year in general, find out again just how similar our tastes are, and talk about what movies we just didn’t get. We also hear some thoughts from friends of the show as they discuss their favorites fro…
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Send us a text This week, Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns with another awesome chat! I am joined by Sioux Falls State Theatre volunteer and dog dad, Tarek Maalouf. We chat about his Pennsylvania roots, where his love of movies stems from, and having an aptitude for numbers and science. We then dive into Tarek’s pick for movie of the week, the Oscar-nomina…
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Send us a text This week, The Balcony is open! On a brand new episode, Blake and Derrick discuss their top ten lists for the year that was 2023. They dive into some recent watches and then unveil their lists, showcasing a jam-packed year in cinema. What box office smashes will grace their lists? What little seen indie or international flicks will m…
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Send us a text This week, Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns to its regular format for a brand new episode! I am joined by Tom Devine, co-host of the long-running A Comic Book Look and pop culture aficionado. We chat about Kansas City and the journey to Sioux Falls, the roots of Tom’s love for “geek culture,” how he met his wife, and what it’s like being a d…
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Send us a text A little delayed but still here, it’s a different kind of Let’s Taco ‘Bout this week. I am joined by John Boe, Andrew Steinhouse, and Cameron Rhode, director and actors from the upcoming Deathtrap, a production taking the stage at the Olde Towne Dinner Theatre later this month. We talk about their theater journeys, creative influence…
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Send us a text Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns this week! I am joined by college educator and theatre director, Sarah Honerman. We chat about the joy of educational theater, the unexpected transitions of theatrical focus, a good Honerman love story, and how much The Fat Dude loves Sarah’s dad. We then dive into Sarah’s pick for movie of the week, Alejandr…
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Send us a text For movie buffs, second Christmas is now in full swing as the Oscar nominations have been revealed! In step with the annual tradition, I am joined once again by Sioux Falls theatrical show-stopper, Jess Johannsen, and her brother and movie buddy, Nick Johannsen, and we dissect Tuesday’s nominations. Are we a part of the Greta/Margot …
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Send us a text The Balcony is now open! The hosts who brought you The Criterion Break are bringing you a NEW podcast. The Balcony focuses on the random conversations of three friends who just want to talk about movies. The Balcony covers the arthouse, the multiplex, and all stops in between, covering whatever movie topic comes to mind each week. On…
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Send us a text The Break is back this week, as the arthouse trio looks back at year three in the reopening of the Sioux Falls State Theatre. We run down a timeline of the events, and discuss some of our most memorable moments including a month of Fat Dude approved flicks, some great audience participation experiences, mystery movies, a horror movie…
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Send us a text This week, it’s an all new Let’s Taco ‘Bout! On this week’s show, Software Solutions Consultant, public speaking ace, and blossoming stage actress, Heather Thomas joins the show. We chat about her history of embracing technology, a love for sci-fi, and bringing important personal values and self-love into motherhood. We also discuss …
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Send us a text This week on the program, we wrap up the holiday season with the final Naughty List episode for the year. Published author and blossoming “film bro,” Jordan Raycine joins the show. We chat about her life in Salt Lake City and her journey/crash course through film appreciation before diving into her pick for movie of the week, a seque…
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Send us a text Christmas Break basically DEMANDS a break, so your favorite trifecta returns this week for a Criterion Break! We finally wrap up our year long stroll through The World of Wong Kar Wai boxset with the last two films, In the Mood For Love and 2046. Hear us praise the lush cinematography and deep, recurring sense of longing, while also …
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Send us a text Christmas is just around the corner so the Naughty List rages on! This week, longtime friend and repeat guest Jameson Pfeifle of SDFilmThoughts returns to the show. We chat briefly about his recovery from an accident, his return to the movie theater, and what creative ventures he has been up to lately before we dive into our featured…
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Send us a text This week’s episode is a 3 on 1 Naughty List Challenge Handicap match set for one fall. First, the challengers… First, from the Reliving the Lights podcast, Anthony “QB 1” Hoekman! Next, from the Screams From the Basement podcast, Casey “The King” Kelderman! And finally, their partner, the voice of the Sioux Falls Stampede and Midwes…
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Send us a text Kicking off the holiday season with our new tradition here on Let’s Taco ‘Bout — right? Two years constitutes a tradition? — with the return of The Naughty List! For those who don’t know, The Naughty List is a miniseries where I reevaluate some movies I don’t care for with people who love/appreciate them. On this week’s episode, I am…
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Send us a text Let’s Taco ‘Bout returns from a brief hiatus, kicking off the holiday season with something fun! Chad Barker, local movie buff and State Theatre volunteer joins the show this week. We chat about Chad’s moviegoing history and the role his grandmother played in that, his longtime love for Disney, and where you can find Chad during the …
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Send us a text Happy Halloween!!! Fat Dude Digs Flicks wraps up the October Holiday season with an all new Let’s Taco ‘Bout. This week, regular guest and eventual replacement host, Charlie Eccles, returns to the show! We chat about Charlie’s wrestling retirement storyline, the continuing adventures of fatherhood, and whatever else comes to mind bef…
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Send us a text A day late, but not a dollar short! Double episode October rolls along! This week, I am joined by local movie buff, Dylan Ferguson. We chat about his early life, meeting the love of his life, and how Dylan is a Mr. Movies Guy! We then dive into Dylan’s pick for movie of the week, the Robert Rodriguez/Quentin Tarantino double feature,…
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Send us a text The Halloween season keeps rolling along! This week, local cult movie buff, Seth Benson, joins the show. We chat about Seth’s time in Iowa, the roots of his love for movies, and what he loves about Halloween. We then dive into Seth’s pick for movie of the week, the 1970s Brian DePalma rock musical, Phantom of the Paradise. You can fo…
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