Downtown with Rich Kimball

Downtown 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 Globe explains what has made Cooper Flagg so successful and what kind of NBA player he might become.
Shawn Laatsch from Versant Powers Astronomy Center fills us in on July events at the center and in the skies, as well as some of the latest space news.

Downtown 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 Theatre Company previews their summer production, THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW.
 

Downtown 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!

Downtown 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 Penobscot Theatre Company in Bangor.
 

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.