Downtown with Rich Kimball

Actor Ted McGinley talks about his role as Derek in the Apple TV series, SHRINKING. Dr. Caroline Bicks of the University of Maine discusses her new book on Stephen King, MONSTERS IN THE ARCHIVES. Maine native Samuel Dunning fills us in on the making of his new movie, a mockumentary called CANOE DIG IT?

Actor, author, and woodworker Nick Offerman talks about his BIG WOODCHUCK Tour, his new book (LITTLE WOODCHUCKS), Ron Swanson, THE LAST OF US, and more. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses the start of the Red Sox season and sports media. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center lets us know what's happening in the skies (and at the center) in April and weighs in on some space news.

Craig Ferguson joins us to talk about his PANTS ON FIRE Tour, which comes to Maine for shows at The Waldo Theatre and the State Theatre. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers discusses their career and his show at the Waterville Opera House on May 17. Author Keith O'Brien talks about his new book, HEARTLAND: A FORGOTTEN PLACE, AND IMPOSSIBLE DREAM, AND THE MIRACLE OF LARRY BIRD.

Singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge discusses her upcoming tour stops in Maine and new album, as well as her nomination for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe talks Celtics and Red Sox. Former Maine Black Bear and NFL player Mike DeVito looks back at his career and tells us about what he's doing these days at the University of Maine. Dennis Price fills us in on his comedy show at Bangor's Hollywood Casino later this month.

Tim Matheson returns to discuss the new season of VIRGIN RIVER and the paperback release of his memoir, DAMN GLAD TO MEET YOU. We talk sports and more with David Roth of Defector and The Distraction podcast. Sean McAdam of MassLive checks in from Red Sox spring training. Film critic Allen Adams shares his thoughts on the Oscars.

Actor Lou Ferrigno tells us about his new film, THE HERMIT, and looks back on THE INCREDIBLE HULK and THE KING OF QUEENS. Telma Hopkins and Kellie Williams discuss, WELCOME TO THE FAMILY, their podcast celebrating their 1990's series, FAMILY MATTERS. Nana Ponceleon talks about her career and her new movie, CLIKA. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe weighs in on the Celtics and Red Sox.

Actor and activist Mike Farrell returns to talk about his new film, THE STRAWBERRY, his guest role on the series 9-1-1, and share his thoughts on the state of the nation. Singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco discusses her new book, THE SPIRIT OF ANI. Actor-Director Daniel Roebuck tells us about his new film, THE HAIL MARY. Will Mallett of The Mallett Brothers Band on their recent album, HIGHER UP IN THE HILLS, and their upcoming live shows. Bruce Pratt has Sports Lit 101 with BLUE POWER author Reg Lansberry.

Colin Hay talks about his solo work, touring with Ringo, and getting the band together for his upcoming Men At Work Tour. Actor Noah Fearnley discusses his career and his work in the new FX/Hulu series LOVE STORY. Chad Finn tells us about his experiences covering the Super Bowl and talks Celtics and Red Sox. On Sports Lit 101, Bruce Pratt visits with INVISIBLE NO MORE authors Scott Pitoniak and Rick Burton.

James Austin Johnson of Saturday Night Live on his upcoming live shows in Maine and New Hampshire and his work on SNL. Songwriter Jack Tempchin discusses his career, working with Glenn Frey, and his use of AI on a new album. Voice of the Portland Seadogs, Emma Tiedemann, shares her journey to the broadcast booth. Kate Dickerson fills us in on this year's Maine Science Festival.

Singer-songwriter Marshall Crenshaw talks about his recent album, FROM THE HELLHOLE, a new vinyl release for Record Store Day, and his spring and summer tour. John Cowsill discusses his upcoming shows as guest lead singer of The Smithereens, his work with the Beach Boys, and his days with his family band, The Cowsills. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe joins us from California in preparation for Super Bowl 60. Christopher Price of the Globe breaks down the Patriots-Seahawks matchup. Food Coma's Joe Ricchio talks soups and stews.

Playwright John Cariani talks about growing up in Maine and the popularity of his play, ALMOST, MAINE. Comedian Jeff Richards discusses his new album, I DON'T KNOW YOU (BUT I MISS YOU), and shares a few of his impressions. Peter Abraham of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Red Sox offseason roster moves. Maine Sportscaster of the Year, Jack Webb, fills us in on his career journey. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center pays his monthly visit to the show.

Actor-Director Vondie Curtis Hall, known for his work on CHICAGO HOPE and DAREDEVIL, talks about playing a Vietnam vet in the new film, SHEEPDOG. Catherine Curtis, who played Dustin's mother, Claudia Henderson, in STRANGER THINGS, discusses her work on the new film, IF THAT MOCKINGBIRD DON'T SING. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Patriots win over Houston and the upcoming conference championship game at Denver. Kae Cooney and Angela Atwood from Penobscot Theatre Company preview their upcoming production of ALMOST, MAINE.

University of Maine professor and media historian Michael Socolow talks with us about the changes at CBS and the corporate media landscape. Comedian Ray Harrington previews his shows this weekend at Empire Comedy Club in Portland. John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal shares his thoughts on the Celtics. Sean McAdam from MassLive looks at the Red Sox off-season moves.* *recorded before the acquisition of Ranger Suarez.

Jobeth Williams discusses her career and her new film, NOT WITHOUT HOPE. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe talks Patriots, Cooper Flagg, and more. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center looks at January events at the center and inour skies. Aimsel Ponti of the Portland Press Herald highlights some upcoming music events in Maine.

Tony Award winner and two-time Oscar nominee Janet McTeer joined us to discuss her work on the new series, THE ARTIST, which is currently streaming on The Network. Singer-songwriter Gunnar Nelson returns to the show to talk about his new memoir with brother Matthew, WHAT HAPPENED TO YOUR HAIR? From the archives, a holiday treat, as Stephen Tobolowsky shares his story, THE SANTA CONSPIRACY, recorded live in Brewer, Maine.

Julia Duffy talks withus about her work in Season 2 of PALM ROYALE Rhonda Shear returns to fill us in on UP ALL NIGHT holiday specials. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses the Patriots loss to the Bills and the upcoming game with the Ravens.

David Roth of Defector talks with Rich & Carey about the NBA, the College Football Playoff, 70's films, and Hallmark movies. Jay Jaffe of Fan Graphs and author of The Cooperstown Casebook looks at this year's Baseball Hall of Fame ballot. Sportscaster and Maine native Gary Thorne looks back at his roots in the state and his remarkable broadcasting career.

Actor Stephen Tobolowsky returns to talk about his work on NOBODY WANTS THIS, WOODSTOCKERS (with Corbin Bernsen), and his storytelling film, THE PRIMARY INSTINCT. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses the Patriots and Tom Brady's progress as a broadcaster. Poet Anthony Walton talks about his new collection, 1968. Jen Shepard, Stephanie Colavito, and A.J. Mooney from Penobscot Theatre fill us in on their production of CINDERELLA, and other holiday offerings. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center on December events in the skies and at the center.

Actor Corbin Bernsen talks about his new film, THE BELDHAM, now streaming on several platforms, and looks back at his iconic roles in L.A. LAW and MAJOR LEAGUE. Tony Award winner Melba Moore discusses her new memoir, THIS IS IT: MARVELOUS AND GETTING BETTER. Actor-writer-director Clark Gregg fills us in on his new series, THE ARTIST, streaming on The Network, and his work at Agent Phil Coulson in the Marvel Universe, The West Wing, and more. New England Patriots broadcaster Bob Socci shares his thoughts on the team's 10-2 start to the season.

Actor and host John O'Hurley returns to discuss this year's Thanksgiving Day broadcast of The National Dog Show on NBC. Comedian Paula Poundstone talks about travel, coming back to Maine, and how she possibly offended Anna Kendrick. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the continued strong play of the Patriots, plus thoughts on the Celtics, and the Red Sox possible roster moves. Songwriter-producer-director Con Fullam tells us about his upcoming music series for public television and looks back on forty years of The Maine Christmas Song.

Filmmaker Sarah Botstein discusses THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, the film she directed with Ken Burns and David Schmidt, which comes to PBS next week. Film critic Allen Adams talks about some upcoming movies of note and his recent trip to see Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter on Broadway in Waiting for Godot. University of Maine hockey broadcaster Mike Tuell shares his thoughts on the early season play of the Black Bears. Colin Fraser tells us about his company, UPLING, an at-home cannabis delivery service that employs a number of returning citizens.

John Slattery and Director James Vanderbilt discuss the new film, NUREMBERG. CNN anchor Abby Phillip talks about her new book on Jesse Jackson, A DREAM DEFERRED. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the Patriots and Red Sox. Actor, writer, and Maine native Carrie Adams on her commercial work and James L. Brooks’ film, ELLA MCCAY. Bruce Pratt with Sports Lit 101.

Author Paul Myers discusses his new book, JOHN CANDY: A LIFE IN COMEDY. Host Zay Harding talks with us about Season 2 of his CBS Saturday morning series, THE VISIONEERS. Bob Ryan of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the NBA, Maine's Cooper Flagg, and The Beatles. Shawn Laatsch from UMaine's Versant Power Astronomy Center fills us in on November events at the center and in the skies.

Former member of The Eagles, Bernie Leadon, discusses his new solo album, TOO LATE TO BE COOL. Film historians Leonard Maltin and Nat Segaloff talk about their book, EVERY MOVIE IS A MIRACLE. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the red-hot Patriots and more. John Karalis from Boston Sports Journal with a Celtics season preview. Food Coma's Joe Ricchio talks Mexican food.

Evan Dando of The Lemonheads talks about his memoir, RUMORS OF MY DEMISE, and his upcoming album, LOVE CHANT. Rhonda Shear tells us about the return of UP ALL NIGHT, Ken Belson of the New York Times discusses his new book on the NFL, EVERY DAY IS SUNDAY. Singer-songwriter Robby Johnson fills us in on his cover of YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG nad his upcoming album, HOT SUMMER NIGHTS. Katie Peabody previews TURN OF THE SCREW at Bangor's Penobscot Theatre Company.

Jeff Tweedy discusses his new solo album, TWILIGHT OVERRIDE, and his current tour. John Fugelsang returns to the show to talk more about his new book, SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE. Deidre Hall joins us to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of DAYS OF OUR LIVES. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the Patriots' bug win over Buffalo and the Red Sox offseason.

Jeremy Swift, from TED LASSO and DOWNTON ABBEY, talks about his new film, GROW, which comes to theaters on October 17. Film critic Nat Segaloff discusses his new book with fellow critic Leonard Maltin, EVERY MOVIE IS A MIRACLE. Shawn Laatsch fills us in on October events in the skies and at Versant Power Astronomy Center. Retired sportswriter Mike Lowe updates us on what he's been up to of late.

Actor Kyle MacLachlan talks with us about his new podcast, WHAT ARE WE EVEN DOING, and his long collaboration with David Lynch. Adrienne Barbeau discusses some career highlights, from Broadway to Maude, The Fog, Escape from New York, and her recent role on J.J. Abrams’ series, Duster. We talk with political commentator John Fugelsang about his new book, SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND HATE. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe reflects on the Patriots loss to the Steelers, the Red Sox bid for postseason, and sports media news.

Author Jane Leavy discusses her new book, MAKE ME COMMISIONER with Rich and Bruce Pratt. Singer Kathy Mattea talks about her career, public broadcasting, and her upcoming Maine shows. Cybersecurity expert Rahul Powar looks at the dangers and benefits of AI. Food Coma's Joe Ricchio tells us about Maine's best pizza.

John Stirratt of Wilco and The Autumn Defense fills us in on Sonic Sleepover 2025. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe looks at the Game 1 performance of the New England Patriots. Gary Tanguay looks at his journey from Mexico, Maine to the Boston sports media world. Allen Adams previews some upcoming fall films. Violist and Maine native Rose Wolman discusses her career.

The Bacon Brothers, Michael & Kevin, discuss their current tour and latest album, BALLAD OF THE BROTHERS. Music journalist Peter Guralnick talks about his new book, THE COLONEL AND THE KING: TOM PARKER, ELVIS PRESLEY, AND THE PARTNERSHIP THAT ROCKED THE WORLD. Tim Daly and Robin Bronk from The Creative Coalition explain their efforts to preserve funding for the National Endowment for the Arts and tell us what citizens can do to help. Jen Shepard of Penobscot Theatre Company previews the first show of their season, STEEL MAGNOLIAS.

The multitalented Shaun Cassidy talks about his career, family. and THE ROAD TO US Tour, which begins on September 13 and comes to the Waterville Opera House on September 17. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe weighs in on the Red Sox and Patriots. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center previews September events at the center and in the skies. Comedian and coach Ryan Waning talks about working with young people and how those comic skills transfer.

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 the baseball season. Bruce Pratt talks with author Jamie Dopp about HOCKEY ON THE MOON on Sports Lit 101.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.