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Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 31 (Phil Rosenthal, Colin Blunstone)Phil Rosenthal talks about Season 8 of SOMEBODY FEED PHIL and his upcoming appearance at Merrill Auditorium in Portland as part of his current tour.
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Colin Blunstone of The Zombies discusses their documentary HUNG UP ON A DREAM and the mono reissue of their classic album, ODYSSEY AND ORACLE.
We visit with the members of The Kingston Trio, who come to Maine and New Hampshire for shows in late September.
Sean McAdam from MassLive takes a look at the Red Sox as we head into the home stretch of...
2025-08-211h 13Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 30 (Peter Ames Carlin, Lee Loughnane)Music journalist and author Peter Ames Carlin discusses his new book, TONIGHT IN JUNGLELAND: THE MAKING OF BORN TO RUN.
Founding member of Chicago, Lee Loughnane, talks about the release of the expanded version of Chicago IX, their first greatest hits collection, and their current tour.
Chad Finn from The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Red Sox, the Patriots exhibition opener, and the NFL-ESPN partnership.
Executive Director Bill Green tells us all about this year's inductees into the Maine Sports Hall of Fame.
2025-08-1459 minDowntown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 29 (Ramblin' Jack Elliot, Satori Shakoor)The legendary Ramblin' Jack Elliott talks with our Bruce Pratt, his former touring partner.
Singer-actor-comedian-storyteller Satori Shakoor discusses the film of her powerful one-woman show, CONFESSIONS OF A MENOPAUSAL FEMME FATALE.
On Sports Lit 101, author Jim Leeke talks about his book, BIG LOOSH: THE UNRULY LIFE OF UMPIRE RON LUCIANO.
2025-08-071h 24Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 28(Steve Cohen, Robby Johnson)Steve Cohen, Billy Joel's longtime Creative Director, talks about the new HBO Max documentary, BILLY JOEL: AND SO IT GOES.
Singer-Songwriter Robby Johnson discusses his career during a recent trip to Maine.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe weighs in on the Red Sox, Celtics, and the impact of AI on sports media.
Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center fills us in on August happenings.
University of Maine men's hockey coach Ben Barr talks with our Bruce Pratt.
2025-07-311h 19Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 27 (David Roth, Cory Magee)David Roth of Defector discusses some of the best sports films with Rich, Carey, and Allen Adams.
Author Cory Magee talks about his new book, CHASING BUTTERFLIES AND OTHE STORIES.
On Sports Lit 101, Bruce Pratt fills us in on Jim Leeke's new book on umpire Ron Luciano, THE BIG LOOSH.
Allen Adams returns to share his thoughts on the new SUPERMAN movie and rank the best Superman films of all time.
Bruce Pratt talks with University of Maine women's hockey coach Molly Engstrom about new additions to the team.
2025-07-241h 34Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 26 (Ed Begley Jr., Chad Finn)Actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. talks about his work on the new film, DON'T TELL LARRY.
Actor and Maine native Matthew Delamater discusses his film with Liam Neeson, ABSOLUTION, and how he balances acting with his job at Oxbow Brewing Company.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe gives us an All Star Break update on the red hot Boston Red Sox.
Dennis Price previews summer events at Theater at Monmouth and Cumston Hall.
2025-07-171h 05Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 25 (Bertis Downs, Stephen Bishop)Bertis Downs, the longtime manager of R.E.M., talks about the band's career and his long association with them.
Singer-songwriter Stephen Bishop discusses his final album, THIMK, which will be released next month.
John Karalis from Boston Sports Journal fills us in on the many changes to the Celtics roster so far this offseason.
Wayne Harvey shares the history of Wiffle for a Wish, his annual wiffleball tournament, which has raised over $200,000 for the Make A Wish Foundation.
2025-07-101h 28Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 24 (Ben Mankiewicz, Matt Walsh)Ben Mankiewicz of Turner Classic Movies joined us to talk about the new season of his podcast, THE PLOT THICKENS, which premieres on July 17 and looks at the making of the film, CLEOPATRA, written and directed by his uncle, Joseph L. Mankiewicz.
Actor Matt Walsh previews the Bluebird Improv shows he'll be performing in Maine (and other locales) this summer, and talks about his work on VEEP and BROOKLYN NINE-NINE.
Writer Josh Karp shares tales of The Burt Reynolds Dinner Theater, from his latest piece at Air Mail.
Chad Finn of The Boston...
2025-07-021h 42Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 23 (George Takei, Josh Gondleman)Actor and activist George Takei discusses his new graphic memoir, IT RHYMES WITH TAKEI.
Comedian Josh Gondleman tells us about his new special, POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT, as well as an upcoming appearance in Portland, ME, as part of Guster's On The Ocean weekend.
Anthony Scaramucci talks about his podcasts, OPEN BOOK, and LOST BOYS, which looks at the struggles of young men in America.
Maine humorist Tim Sample looks back at his long career, as he prepares for his final live show in his hometown of Boothbay Harbor.
Jonathan Berry of Penobscot...
2025-06-261h 33Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 22 (David Leaf, Ed Roland)Writer-Producer-Director David Leaf on his new book, SMiLE: THE RISE, FALL, AND RESURRECTION OF BRIAN WILSON.
Ed Roland of Collective Soul talks about their Summer Unity Tour and the new film, GIVE ME A WORD: THE COLLECTIVE SOUL STORY.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Rafael Devers trade.
Joe Ricchio of Food Coma discusses Maine’s best summer seafood on SHUT UP & EAT!
2025-06-191h 30Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 21 (David Foster, Kate Siegel)Producer and composer David Foster discusses his work on the Tony-nominated BOOP: THE MUSICAL.
Film historian Foster Hirsch previews this weekend's NOIR CITY: BOSTON at the Brattle Theatre.
Kate Siegel talks about her work in the new film, THE LIFE OF CHUCK, based on a Stephen King novella, and directed by her husband, Mike Flanagan.
Bruce Pratt has Sports Lit 101 with a look at Jamie Dopp's new book, HOCKEY ON THE MOON.
Cast members Ira Kramer and Marianne Grossman fill us in on the new production of ROCKY HORROR SHOW at...
2025-06-121h 08Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 20 (John Waters)Filmmaker John Waters talks about his career and his upcoming one-man show, THE NAKED TRUTH, coming to Waldo Theatre on June 20-21.
Sean McAdam of MassLive takes a look at the struggling Red Sox.
Film critic Allen Adams has a summer movie preview.
Dennis Price fills us in on summer events at Theater at Monmouth and historic Cumston Hall.
2025-06-051h 01Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 19 ((Paul Reiser, Soledad O'Brien)Paul Reiser previews his upcoming performance at Maine's Waterville Opera House on June 6th and discusses his recent comedy special, LIFE, DEATH AND RICE PUDDING.
Journalist Soledad O'Brien talks about her new podcast, MURDER ONTHE TOWPATH, a fascinating look at a six decades-old unsolved murder case in Washington, D.C. that featured connections to some powerful people.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Red Sox mediocre season, the early end of the Celtics playoff run, and sports media.
Shawn Laatsch from the Versant Power Astronomy Center and Jordan...
2025-05-291h 01Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 18 (Stephen Fry, Freddy Cannon)Actor and writer Stephen Fry talks about his new a book, a reimagining of THE ODYSSEY, and the freedom provided in writing about mythological characters.
Rock legend Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon discuss his new song, EVERYBODY'S ROCKIN' TONIGHT, and looks back at some career highlights, including 110 appearances on American Bandstand.
John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal has a Celtics post-mortem and looks at what should be a busy off-season for the team.
Steve Craig from the Portland Press Herald fills us in on the reaction to Maine's new professional soccer club, the Portland...
2025-05-2149 minDowntown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 17 (David Roth, Van Dyke Parks)David Roth of Defector talks about the NBA playoffs, Cooper Flagg, and how the transfer portal and NIL money is impacting college sports, plus a discussion of the talents of Jack Black.
Musician-Producer-Arranger Van Dyke Parks tells us about his recent performances in Japan and shares his thoughts on the current state of the nation.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses NBA playoff coverage, the Red Sox' Rafael Devers situtation, and Bill Belichick.
Danny Cashman reflects on David Letterman's appearance as the final guest on The Nite Show and the national attention...
2025-05-141h 41Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 16 (Stephen Tobolowsky, John Davidson)Actor, author, and storyteller Stephen Tobolowsky talks about his work in an upcoming Hallmark movie, the film "Freakier Friday", and more.
Entertainer John Davidson discusses the final season of his New Hampshire performance venue, Club Sandwich, and his plans for the future.
Bruce Pratt has another edition of Sports Lit 101.
2025-05-071h 25Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 15 (Amy Irving, Peter Asher)Actress and singer Amy Irving joined us to discuss her new album of Willie Nelson songs, ALWAYS WILL BE.
Music legend Peter Asher looks back on some of the highlights of his remarkable career that will be featured in A MUSICAL MEMOIR OF THE 60s & BEYOND, coming to the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA on May 18.
Singer-songwriter Matt Schneider talks about WANTED MAN, the new single he wrote and sings lead on for American Nomads.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe looks back at last week's NFL Draft and coverage of the event...
2025-05-011h 24Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 14 (Christopher Price)Christopher Price of The Boston Globe looks at what direction the Patriots may go in the upcoming NFL Draft.
John Karalis from Boston Sports Journal on the Celtics-Magic opening round playoff series.
Danny Cashman reflects on the end of the fifteen-year run of The Nite Show, with the final shows taping this week.
Joe Ricchio of Food Coma talks beef on Shut Up & Eat!
2025-04-221h 21Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 13 (Mike Farrell)Actor and activist Mike Farrell returned to discuss the current state of affairs in America and what citizens can do to stand up for what they believe in.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shared his thoughts on THE CLUBHOUSE, the Netflix documentary on the 2024 Red Sox, the Celtics' playoff prospects, and Cooper Flagg's future.
On Sports Lit 101, Bruce Pratt tells us about the new book from Robert Pruter, MODERN WOMEN AND SPORTS IN INTERWAR CHICAGO, 1918-1941.
Film critic Allen Adams reviews THE AMATEUR and G20 on Pass the Popcorn.
2025-04-171h 26Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 12 (Paula Poundstone)Comedian Paula Poundstone talks about her upcoming shows in Maine and New Hampshire and shares her thoughts on the state of the nation.
Sean McAdam of MassLive looks at the first couple of weeks of the Red Sox season and the signings of Kristian Campbell and Garett Crochet.
Shawn Laatsch from the Versant Power Astronomy Center fills us in on April events at the center and in the skies.
Radio legend Mighty John Marshall tells us about his new Money Music podcast and shares information on some valuable vinyl.
Dennis Price...
2025-04-091h 17Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 11 (Heather Cox Richardson)Historian Heather Cox Richardson returns to discuss possible Trump administration plans and continued fallout over the Signal chat that included the editor of The Atlantic.
Actor Barry Livingston talks about some of his recent work on The Conners, The Rookie, the film Notorious Nick, and shares a couple of great stories about Adam Sandler.
Comedian Joe Pontillo fills us in on his upcoming show in Westport, Connecticut and The Joe Pontillo Show on You Tube.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares how this year's playoff run by University of Maine hockey rekindled...
2025-04-021h 39Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 10 (David Roth)David Roth of Defector weighs in on March Madness, the baseball season, and the pervasive cruelty of the current administration.
Peter Abraham of The Boston Globe discusses what to expect from the Red Sox this season.
John Karalis from Boston Sports Journal on the Celtics march toward the playoffs.
Bruce Pratt talks about Jane Leavy’s classic book on Mickey Mantle, THE LAST BOY.
Allen Adams on Maine theater on Pass the Popcorn.
2025-03-271h 57Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 9 (Bruce McCulloch)Bruce McCulloch of Kids in the Hall talks with us about his one-man show, TALES OF BRAVERY AND STUPIDITY, which comes to the northeast on April 11-12.
Actor Anthony L. Fernandez discusses his career and work on shows like 911: LONE STAR and his upcoming film, SPLASH CITY.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe weighs in on the Celtics and sports media.
Julie Arnold Lisnet and Katie Peabody tell us all about MATINICUS: A LIGHTHOUSE PLAY, running through April 6 at the Bangor Opera House.
2025-03-201h 22Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 8 (Patton Oswalt)We talk with actor-comedian Patton Oswalt about his career and his Effervescent Tour, which comes to The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH on March 20.
Gary Tanguay shares his thoughts on the recent Oscars and fills us in on his upcoming performance at The Wilbur Theatre in Boston.
Joe Ricchio on sandwiches on the latest SHUT UP & EAT.
Bruce Pratt with Sports Lit 101.
Danny Cashman tells us about the next live taping of The Nite Show on March 19.
2025-03-131h 24Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 7 (Stefanie Powers)Actress and activist Stefanie Powers talks about the recent recognition of the William Holden Wildlife Foundation by the United Nations and discusses some of the highlights of her remarkable career, including the 45th anniversary of HART TO HART.
Writer-director-producer Robert Boris looks back on some of his film and television work (Electra Glide in Blue, Oxford Blues, Blood Feud) and tells us about his new book, BLACK SUN.
We get the latest on the Boston sports scene from Chad Finn of the Boston Globe.
Dennis Price updates us on Central Maine entertainment options.
2025-03-061h 41Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 6 (Enya Flack)Enya Flack talks about her career and working on Tyler Perry's ALL THE QUEEN'S MEN.
John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal has the latest on the Celtics.
Bruce Pratt discusses RACE AND RESISTANCE IN BOSTON: A CONTESTED SPORTS HISTORY on Sports Lit 101.
Shawn Laatsch from the Versant Power Astronomy Center fills us in on events in the sky and at the center in the month of March.
Allen Adams previews the Oscars on Pass the Popcorn.
2025-02-271h 36Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 5 (Gunnar Nelson)Gunnar Nelson fills us in on The Nelsons’ upcoming tour that features their own hits and those of their dad, Rick Nelson.
The Boston Globe’s Chad Finn weighs in on the Celtics, Red Sox, and more.
Former Downtown cohost Ryan Waning shares the story of his medical adventures and discusses which actor played the best Bruce Wayne.
Cardiologist and author Dr. Cristina LePort talks about her new book, CHANGE OF HEART.
2025-02-201h 23Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 4 (Alan Sepinwall)Television critic Alan Sepinwall talks about his new book, SAUL GOODMAN V. JIMMY MCGILL: THE COMPLETE CRITICAL COMPANION TO BETTER CALL SAUL.
Livingston Taylor tells us about his new album, SYMPHONIC STEPS, recorded with the BBC Concert Orchestra.
Sean McAdam of MassLive.com has the latest on the Red Sox (recorded before the Bregman deal)
Bruce Pratt discusses a new book on Willie McCovey on Sports Lit 101.
Dennis Price looks at arts happenings in Central Maine.
Sportswriter and Maine native Dave Albee takes us back to the mid-70s...
2025-02-131h 49Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball - Episode 3 (David Roth)David Roth of Defector talks with Rich and Carey Haskell about the NBA, the Super Bowl, and how to deal with what's going on in our government.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe talks sports media, the Buddy Teevens documentary, and more.
Food Coma's Joe Ricchio discusses breakfast on SHUT UP & EAT!
Allen Adams reviews the new Will Ferrell/Reese Witherspoon film, YOU'RE CORDIALLY INVITED, as well as DIAL M FOR MURDER at Bangor's Penobscot Theatre.
Danny Cashman of The Nite Show fills us in on their upcoming live taping.
2025-02-061h 45Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 2 (Bruce Sudano)Bruce Sudano discusses his work with Tommy James, making music with his wife, Donna Summer, and his terrific new solo album, TALKIN' UGLY TRUTH, TELLIN' PRETTY LIES.
John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal talks Celtics.
Bruce Pratt shares his thoughts on Chris Donnelly's DOC, DONNIE, THE KID, AND BILLY BRAWL on Sports Lit 101.
From the northeast corner, we visit with Shawn Laatsch of Versant Power Astronomy Center and Jordan Planetarium, Bri Houtman and Ira Kramer discuss DIAL M FOR MUDER at Penobscot Theatre, and Jon Shields has the latest on University of Maine H...
2025-01-301h 26Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown with Rich Kimball: Episode 1 (Heather Cox Richardson)Historian Heather Cox Richardson discusses Nerds v. the Popular Kids in presidential elections and remembers singer-songwriter and Maine native David Mallett.
Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Patriots' hiring of Mike Vrabel and Tom Brady's broadcast future.
Film critic Allen Adams discusses a pair of streaming movies on Pass the Popcorn.
Dennis Price fills us in on the Central Maine entertainment scene.
2025-01-231h 18
Wealth, Legacy and PropertyOvercoming Mortgage Challenges with Rich Kimball: Insights for Non-US Persons and US CitizensIn this episode, we sit down with Rich Kimball, a seasoned mortgage officer and real estate investor, to explore the complexities of securing a mortgage in the US. Whether you're a non-US person, non-green card holder, green card holder, or naturalized citizen, Rich provides invaluable insights into the mortgage pre-approval process, the role of appraisals, and the challenges many face when navigating the mortgage landscape.
We dive deep into the common limiting beliefs surrounding mortgages, the challenges unique to each residency status, and the pains these hurdles can create—both financially and emotionally. Rich also offers practical so...
2024-09-1041 min
Podcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The Podcast Guests: James Adolphus, Rich Sommer
Director James Adolphus talks about his new documentary, BEING MARY TYLER MOORE, which premieres May 26 on HBO.
Actor Rich Sommer discusses his work on the HBO series, WHITE HOUSE PLUMBERS, and the upcoming film, FAIR PLAY.
2023-05-2433 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastGuests: James Adolphus, Rich Sommer
Director James Adolphus talks about his new documentary, BEING MARY TYLER MOORE, which premieres May 26 on HBO.
Actor Rich Sommer discusses his work on the HBO series, WHITE HOUSE PLUMBERS, and the upcoming film, FAIR PLAY.
2023-05-2433 minPodcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The PodcastGuests: Josh Gondleman & Abdi Abdirahman
Comedian and Emmy Award-winning writer Josh Gondleman talks about his work on Desus & Mero and more.
Five-time Olympian Abdi Abdirahman visits with Rich and Bruce Pratt to discuss his book with Myles Schrag, ABDI’S WORLD.
2021-12-2931 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastGuests: Josh Gondleman & Abdi Abdirahman
Comedian and Emmy Award-winning writer Josh Gondleman talks about his work on Desus & Mero and more.
Five-time Olympian Abdi Abdirahman visits with Rich and Bruce Pratt to discuss his book with Myles Schrag, ABDI'S WORLD.
2021-12-2931 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastGuests: Rich Sommer, Paula Poundstone.
Actor Rich Sommer talks about his role as Harry Crane in Mad Men, as well as his work in the series GLOW, and films like The Devil Wears Prada.
Comedian Paula Poundstone returns to discuss her podcast, Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone, and how she’s been keeping busy during the pandemic.
2021-02-1751 minPodcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The PodcastGuests: Rich Sommer, Paula Poundstone.
Actor Rich Sommer talks about his role as Harry Crane in Mad Men, as well as his work in the series GLOW, and films like The Devil Wears Prada.
Comedian Paula Poundstone returns to discuss her podcast, Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone, and how she’s been keeping busy during the pandemic.
2021-02-1751 min
You, Me and An Album4. Rich Kimball Discusses Nilsson, Nilsson SchmilssonSend us a textRich Kimball, host of Downtown on Zoom Radio, brought his extensive knowledge of Harry Nilsson and of music in general to this episode of You, Me and An Album. We discussed Nilsson’s best-known and most successful album, Nilsson Schmilsson, which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Top 200 chart subsequent to its late 1971 release.Find Rich on Twitter: @DowntownRichKDowntown with Rich Kimball website: http://www.downtownwithrichkimball.com/Here’s a link to the song that Alice Cooper performed for Zak Nilsson on Coffee Talk with ADIKA Live...
2021-01-1157 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastJonathan Schaech, Angela Cartwright.
Actor Johnathon Schaech fills us in on what he's been doing during the pandemic and discusses his new movie, "Blue Ridge".
Angela Cartwright looks back on her work on The Danny Thomas Show, The Sound of Music, and Lost In Space, and talks about her many years creating art, photographs, jewelry, and more.
2020-09-0943 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastRadney Foster, Sloan DeForest.
Singer-songwriter Radney Foster discusses his music career from Foster & Lloyd to his acclaimed solo work, and his recent short story collection, For You To See The Stars.
Author and film historian Sloan DeForest talks about some of the remarkable women of Hollywood history, chronicled in her book, Dynamic Dames.
2020-09-0253 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastStephen Tobolowsky, G.E. Smith.
Actor & author Stephen Tobolowsky talks about life during the quarantine and upcoming episodes of The Tobolowsky Files and guitarist G.E. Smith discusses his new album with LeRoy Bell, “Stiny Hill”.
2020-08-2641 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastMark Metcalf, Joyce Bulifant.
Actor-Director Mark Metcalf looks back at his work on Animal House, Hill Street Blues, Seinfeld, and Buffy, and discusses his love of the stage. Joyce Bulifant returns to talk about her role as Marie Slaughter on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and recalls some memorable live theater "challenges".
2020-08-1954 min2020-08-1244 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastGavin MacLeod. An in-depth conversation with Gavin MacLeod about his early days, growing up in New York, and some wonderful stories from The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Love Boat.
2020-08-0541 min
The Food Coma Podcast with Joe RicchioS2 E7: Spiced Rum, Censorship, and The Importance of Being Important Enough to Interview Bob DeNiro with Rich Kimball and Carey HaskellSomething you may or may not know is that I've been doing a weekly radio show on the Downtown with Rich Kimball Show called "Shut Up and Eat" for 4 years now. I was quite excited to turn the tables on Rich and his co-host Carey as we discuss the wide variety of impressive guests that have been on the show over the years. We talk a little bit about politics until realizing that by the time this episode would be released, any news would be ancient history. So instead we watch what I think is one of hte funniest...
2020-08-041h 27Downtown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastBill Mumy, James Andrew Miller.
Actor and musician Bill Mumy talked with us about his new album with his band Action Skulls and looked back at Lost In Space and his work on shows like The Twilight Zone. Author and journalist Jim Miller shared stories from his Origins podcast, Almost Famous Turns 20, discussing the making of the film and the reasons for its continued popularity.
2020-07-2953 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastMark Duplass, Curtis Armstrong.
Mark Duplass returns to talk about the final season of "Room 104" on HBO and discusses his work on "The Morning Show".
Curtis Amrstrong is back and shares his thoughts on how artists are dealing with the pandemic and also talks about The Beatles' "Let It Be" album, Harry Nilsson, and has a great story about Lin-Manuel Miranda.
2020-07-2256 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastShelley Fabares, Jennifer Keishin Armstrong. Shelley Fabares looks back at her remarkable career, from The Donna Reed Show to “Johnny Angel”, and her Emmy-nominate work on Coach. Jennifer Keishin Armstrong, author of “Mary and Lou and Rhoda and Ted”, talks about the making of The Mary Tyler Moore Show.
2020-07-151h 10Downtown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastPeri Gilpin, Sonny Curtis. Actress Peri Gilpin returned to the show to talk about her role in the new web series, “Old Guy”. Songwriter and musician Sonny Curtis recalls his work with Buddy Holly, and writing classic songs like “Walk Right Back”, “I Fought The Law”, and the theme from “The Mary Tyler Moore Show”.
2020-07-0849 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #112Mike Farrell, Rena Owen.
Actor and activist Mike Farrell returned to talk about the state of our nation, Trump’s “malignant narcissism”, and the path forward. Also, Rena Owen discussed her series “Siren”, and looked back at her work in the classic film, “Once Were Warriors”.
2020-07-0150 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #111Marshall Crenshaw & Joanne Freeman.
Singer-songwriter Marshall Crenshaw discusses his career and the re-issue of his 1999 album, “Miracle Of Science”.
Yale historian and author (“The Field Of Blood”) Dr. Joanne B. Freeman talks about the constitution, the upcoming election, and more.
2020-06-2450 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #110Elizabeth A. Davis & Mitchell Nathanson.
Actress Elizabeth Davis discusses her career, a new song she’s been working on, and her upcoming role in “1776”.
Author Mitch Nathanson talks baseball and more and we discuss his wonderful new book, “Bouton - The Life Of A Baseball Original”
2020-06-1736 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #109Josh Karp & Sass Jordan.
A wide-ranging conversation with journalist and author Josh Karp, talking Bill Murray, the making of “Caligula”, Gilbert Gottfried, and more. Singer Sass Jordan talked with us about her career and terrific new album, “Rebel Moon Blues”.
2020-06-1054 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #108William Sanderson & George Wallace. Actor William Sanderson discusses his career and his “retirement” from Facebook and we talk with comedy legend George Wallace.
2020-06-0346 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #107Bruce Cockburn & Faruq Tauheed.
Singer-songwriter Bruce Cockburn discusses his more than five decades in the music business and Faruq Tauheed talks about his new geneology series, "Roots Less Traveled", as well as his work on "Battlebots".
2020-05-2726 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #106Greg Renoff & Marc Freeman.
Music journalist Greg Renoff talks about his collaboration with legendary producer Ted Templeman on his new memoir and Marc Freeman discusses his new book, “Modern Family: The Untold Oral History Of One Of Television’s Groundbreaking Sitcoms”.
2020-05-2052 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #105Jeff Daniels & Richard Schiff.
Jeff Daniels returned to the podcast to talk about his Monday night online performances to benefit the Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea, Michigan. Actor Richard Schiff also is back to discuss his re-watch of The West Wing and to share some great memories of growing up as a fan of Yankees baseball.
2020-05-1346 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #104Andy Kim & David-Clayton Thomas. We welcome a couple of talented music makers, as we talk with singer-songwriters David Clayton-Thomas and Andy Kim.
2020-05-0632 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #103Stephen Toboloswy,Jim Sturgess & Brooklynn Prince.
We congratulate Stephen on being voted favorite guest of the year by our listeners and talk about the new season of “One Day At A Time” and then we discuss the new series, “Home Before Dark” with Jim Sturgess and Brooklynn Prince.
2020-04-2933 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #102Alan Zweibel, Ingrid Newkirk.
Comedy legend Alan Zweibel discusses his memoir, "Laugh Lines", looking back at his work writing for Gilda Radner, John Belushi, Garry Sanders, Billy Crystal, and more.
PETA founder Ingrid Newkirk talks about her new book, "animalkind".
2020-04-2258 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #101Peri Gilpin, Heather Cox Richardson.
Peri Gilpin talks with us about her eleven seasons working on “Frasier” and Marc Freeman of The Hollywood Reporter joins our conversation to discuss the similarities between that show and “Modern Family” and Peri’s memorable guest appearance.
Historian Heather Cox Richardson visited with us to discuss her new book, “How The South Won The Civil War.”
2020-04-1555 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #100Isabella Gomez, Elana Horwich.
Isabella Gomez discusses her role as Elena on “One Day At A Time” airing Tuesday nights at 9:30 pm on Pop TV.
Elana Horwich talks about her wonderful new book, “Meal & A Spiel - How To Be A Badass In The Kitchen.”
2020-04-0831 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #099Julia Duffy, Billy Vera.
Julia Duffy looks back at some favorite Newhart episodes and discusses her book, “Bad Auditions” and the multi-talented Billy Vera shares stories from his more than fifty-year career in entertainment.
2020-04-0151 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #098Amy Bass, Steve Burns.
Author and college professor Amy Bass tells us what life has been like in New Rochelle,NY, as they deal with Covid-19. Executive Producer Steve Burns fills us in on the new documentary, “Pompeii: Disaster Street”, now airing on Curiosity Stream.
2020-03-2523 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #097Stephen Tobolowsky, Melissa L Williams.
Stephen Tobolowsky talks with us about the new season of One Day At A Time and shares his thoughts on dealing with Coronavirus restrictions.
Melissa L. Williams tells us about her new series, Tyler Perry’s Ruthless.
2020-03-1830 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #096John Barbour, Gordon Lightfoot.
Host and creator of “Real People”, John Barbour, talks about his memoir, “Your Mother’s Not A Virgin.”
Singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot discusses his career and new album, “Solo.”
2020-03-1136 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #095Kim Novak, Gene Cornish.
Kim Novak discusses her work with Alfred Hitchcok & Jimmy Stewart, and her decision to walk away from Hollywood.
Gene Cornish looks back at a life in music, chronicled in his memoir, "Good Lovin' - My Life As A Rascal."
2020-03-0437 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #094Dave Foley, Billy Vera. Dave Foley discusses his work with The Kids In Hall, News Radio, and more. Billy Vera talks about his music career, acting, his memoir, “Harlem To Hollywood”, and his book on the history of Specialty Records, “Rip It Up”.
2020-02-2654 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #093Jimmy Palmiotti, Dr. Neal Barnard. Jimmy Palmiotti discusses his work on classic comics characters like Harley Quinn and Jonah Hex. Dr. Barnard talks about his new book, “Your Body In Balance”.
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2020-02-1935 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #092Johnathon Schaech, Lynne Stewart. Actor and writer Johnathon Schaech looks back at his work on That Thing You Do, discusses his writing collaborations with Richard Chizmar, and more, and Lynne Stewart talks about playing Miss Yvonne on Pee-Wee’s Playhouse, as well his her roles on M*A*S*H and It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia.
2020-02-1239 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #091Annette O'Toole, Dave Clark.
Annette O’ Toole discusses her work on “Virgin River” and Showtime’s “Kidding”, and her Oscar-nominated songwriting experience with husband Michael McKean. Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Dave Clark looks back on the Dave Clark 5’s rise to prominence in the 60s and talks about the new, remastered collection of their biggest hits.
2020-02-0531 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #090Marion Ross & Joyce Bulifant join us to discuss their careers in television
and film. Marion is best known for her iconic role as Mrs. C in “Happy Days” and Joyce Bulifant portrayed Murray Slaughter’s wife, Marie, on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show”.
2020-01-2937 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #089Alison Arngrim, Jeff Maxwell.
Alison Arngrim talks about her role as Nellie Oleson On Little House On The Prairie and how that impacted her life and Jeff Maxwell looks back on his days as Private Igor on M*A*S*H and discusses the M*A*S*H Matters Podcast.
2020-01-2243 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #088Jay Jaffe, Michael Socolow.
Jay Jaffe of Fangraphs and the author of “The Cooperstown Casebook” discuss this year’s Hall of Fame candidates and the cheating scandal involving the Astros and Red Sox. UMaine professor and author of “Six Minutes In Berlin”, Michael Socolow, talks with us about the Australian bush fires and media coverage of the 2020 U.S. Presidential election.
2020-01-1540 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #087Gilbert Gottfried, Harry Wayne Casey, Andrew Lanham.
Comedy legend Gilbert Gottfried discusses his career, Harry Wayne Casey of KC & The Sunshine Band does the same, and screenwriter and Maine native Andrew Lanham talks about the new film, “Just Mercy”.
2020-01-0833 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #086Tracy Newman, Jeff Abraham.
Tracy Newman talks about the evolution of her career in music, television, and back to music. Jeff Abraham discusses his book, “The Show Won’t Go On”, about performers who died doing what they loved.
2020-01-0135 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #085Dan Buettner, Upton Bell.
Dan Buettner shares recipes that could add years to your life, as he discusses “The Blue Zones Kitchen” and author, former NFL executive, and broadcaster Upton Bell talks about his family’s long connection with the NFL.
2019-12-1838 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #084Tim Matheson, Barnes & Barnes. Actor Tim Matheson discusses his new Netflix series, “Virgin River”, and looks back at his work with legends Lucille Ball and Jackie Gleason. Comedy music icons Barnes & Barnes talk with us about their new album, “Holidaze In Lumania”.
2019-12-1137 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #083Michael Powell, Jeremy Beer.
We talk with author Michael Powell about “Canyon Dreams - A Basketball Season On The Navajo Nation” and Jeremy Beer discusses “Oscar Charleston”.
2019-12-0429 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #082Cindy Williams, David Foster.
Actress Cindy Williams looks back at her work in “American Graffiti”, “Laverne & Shirley” and more. Award-winning producer and songwriter David Foster discusses his new album and PBS special “An Intimate Evening”.
2019-11-2735 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #081Peter Asher, Marty Stuart.
Music legend Peter Asher discusses his new book, “The Beatles From A to Zed” and country music great Marty Stuart talks about his career and his tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of his album, “The Pilgrim”.
2019-11-2030 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #080Jane Seymour, Phil Proctor.
Jane Seymour talks about her work on the new season of “The KominskyMethod” and Phil Proctor discusses the origins of The Firesign Theatre, his play “God Help Us”, and his podcast and website.
2019-11-1338 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #079William Cohen, Marc Summers. Former Senator and Defense Secretary William Cohen discusses the need for diplomacy and the state of the nation. Then, Marc Summers and local TV host Dan Cashman talk about the national tour of Double Dare Live.
2019-11-0643 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #078Tess Gerritsen, Joe Posnanski. Tess Gerritsen discusses her new book, “The Shape Of Night”, and Joe Posnanski shares stories from “The Life and Afterlife of Harry Houdini”.
2019-10-3030 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #077Mandy Patinkin, Max Weinberg. Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe award winner Mandy Patinkin talks about his current musical tour, The Princess Bride, and Homeland, and drummer Max Weinberg discusses his work with the E Street band, Conan O'Brien, and his Max Weinberg's Jukebox Tour.
2019-10-2330 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #076Illeana Douglas & Ruta Lee.
illeana Douglas discusses her work on the new season of “Goliath” and talks film history. Ruta Lee looks back on some of her most memorable film and television appearances in a career that dates back to the early 1950s.
2019-10-1651 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #075Rosanne Cash & Graham Nash.
Rosanne Cash returned to the show to talk about her role in the Ken Burns documentary and her latest album, She Remembers Everything.
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Graham Nash discusses his music and the role of an artist to speak out against injustice.
2019-10-0934 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #074Twilight Zone 60. We celebrate the Twilight Zone’s 60th anniversary with Rod Serling biographer Nicholas Parisi, author Mark Dawidziak, Rod’s daughter, Anne, and actor Stephen Talbot, who appeared in two episodes of the series.
2019-10-0249 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #073Marc Summers & Don Most.
Marc Summers joins us in studio along with The Nite Show’s Danny Cashman, to talk about the Double Dare Live Tour and Don Most looks back at “Happy Days” and discusses his work as a director and singer.
2019-09-2531 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #072Stephen Tobolowsky discusses his work on three television series and his recent trip to Finland and singer-songwriter Stephen Bishop talks about his new album, "We'll Talk About It Later In The Car".
2019-09-1838 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #071Ken Burns, Kathy Mattea, Rosanne Cash & Bill Anderson join us to discuss the upcoming PBS documentary series, "Country Music", which premieres on September 15.
2019-09-1140 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #070Filmmakers Rob Epstein & Jeffrey Friedman, songwriter Jimmy Webb, and producer Peter Asher join us for a tribute to Linda Ronstadt. Epstein & Friedman directed the documentary, "Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice", which opens in theaters September 6, while Webb had a number of his compositions recorded by Ronstadt, and Asher produced best-selling albums like "Heart Like A Wheel", "Hasten Down The Wind", and "Simple Dreams".
2019-09-0422 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #069Peter Bogdanovich & Josh Karp. Peter Bogdanovich discusses Orson Welles, John Ford, and actors he directed including Boris Karloff, Ryan O’Neal, John Ritter, Ben Gazzara, and Cher. Writer Josh Karp also talks about Orson Welles and the making of his final film, “The Other Side Of the Wind”.
2019-08-2849 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #068Anson Williams & Bill Anderson.
Bill Anderson looks back at his remarkable career and discusses his work in the upcoming Ken Burns documentary on country music. Actor Anson Williams explains how he came up with the new product, Alert Drops, and also talks about his start on Happy Days and his long career as a director.
2019-08-2131 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #067Michael McKean & Kathy Mattea.
Michael McKean discusses his career from “Laverne & Shirley” to “This Is Spinal Tap” and his Emmy nominated role in “Better Call Saul”. Kathy Mattea talks about her work on Ken Burns’ documentary series on Country Music and her latest album, “Pretty Bird”.
2019-08-1441 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #066Mike Love & Sarah Parcak. Beach Boys founding member Mike Love discusses his new album, “12 Sides of Summer” and Sarah Parcak talks about her fascinating book, “Archaeology From Space”.
2019-08-0728 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #065Ken Burns & Lynn Shelton. Ken Burns discusses his upcoming documentary series, “Country Music” and Lynn Shelton talks about the making of her new film, “Sword Of Trust”, which stars Marc Maron.
2019-07-3144 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The Podcast Episode #064Paula Poundstone & William Jackson Harper.
Comedian Paula Poundstone is back on the road this summer & shares her thoughts on a number of topics. Actor William Jackson Harper discusses his work in the horror film, "Midsommar", and the final season of "The Good Place".
2019-07-2437 min
In the Media Archives - Bangor Celtic CrossroadsInterview on Downtown with Rich KimballSean Faircloth, Pauleena Macdougall, and harpist Daryne Rockett joined Rich Kimball us to discuss the upcoming music festival celebrating Celtic music taking place in Bangor this September. Have a listen! http://www.downtownwithrichkimball.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/31180515/Celtic-Crossroads-Festival-08.31.17.mp3
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