Downtown with Rich Kimball

Downtown 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.

Downtown 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 Planetarium looks at June events in the skies and at the center.

Downtown 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 Hearts of Pine.

Downtown 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 that visit has garnered.

Downtown 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.

Downtown 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 and weighs in on the Red Sox.
Cast members Irene Dennis and Daniel Skinner help us preview MOTHER RUSSIA, the latest production at Bangor's Penobscot Theatre Company.
Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center and Jordan Planetarium fills us in on what's happening at the center and in the skies in the month of May.

Downtown 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!

Downtown 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.

Downtown 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 takes a look at the Central Maine entertainment scene.

Downtown 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 memories of their successes in the 1990s.
Sarah Morneault from Tiller & Rye joins us to help celebrate the store's 10th anniversary.