Downtown with Rich Kimball

Music legend Richard Carpenter looks back on his childhood in Connecticut, the influence of his father's record collection, his love of cars, and the early days of making music with his sister, Karen. Filmmakers Lynn Novick and Lucas Frank discuss their new documentary, CRIME AND PUNISHMENT IN AMERICA, which comes to PBS in November. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe talks about the wild ride for Red Sox fans this season.

Stephen Tobolowsky talks about the dearth of acting opportunities in California and shares stories about Mel Brooks, David Byrne, and working on SNEAKERS with Robert Redford and James Earl Jones. Sean McAdam from Mass Live looks at the Red Sox summer turnaround and the reinforcements that are coming back from the injured list. Writer Emily Burnham shares some fun events around Maine in the coming weeks.

Singer-songwriter Ellis Paul talks about his career, his upcoming show in Ogunquit, and this year's New England Songwriter's Retreat. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe looks at the Red Sox busy trade deadline moves. Gary Tanguay discusses his new podcast, ADDICTED TO ACTING. Filmmaker Oscar Boyson and Wayne Beach of Maine Media Workshops talk about the new movie, OUR HERO, BALTHAZAR.    

David Roth of Defector talks baseball, the World Cup, movies, and his recent trip to Maine. Mimi Rogers discusses her new film, NIGHT NURSE, and her work in the BOSCH universe. Adam Gardner of Guster previews this year's ON THE OCEAN festival. Devo's Gerald Casale talks about his new single, JUST DO IT, and this summer's tour with Devo and Billy Idol. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center tells us about the upcoming partial eclipse and August events at the center.

Author W. Bruce Cameron returns to tells us about his upcoming Netflix film, A DOG'S PERFECT CHRISTMAS. Actor, musician, and video game voice director Marc Hawes talks about his career. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe on the Red Sox remarkable turnaround. Historian Doug Rooks talks about his new book on former Maine governor, Kenneth Curtis, TRASNFORMATIONAL. Food Coma's Joe Ricchio is all about the ice cream.

Historian Heather Cox Richardson talks with us about her 250 to 250 project, election security, and more. Joseph Williams of Toto discusses the band's summer tour with Christopher Cross and The Romantics. Robyn Hitchcock fills us in on his new book, STANDED IN THE FUTURE, and his latest album, THE CONFUSER. We welcome back Doug Momary and Emmy Jo Peden from the New Zoo Revue. Actor-comedian and author Billy West talks about his new memoir, VOICE-A-VERSA: FINDING MY VOICE(S) BEHIND THE MIC.

Comedian Paula Poundstone returns to discuss her videos to save democracy to odd job application questions. Alicia Malone of Turner Classic Movies and New York Times film critic A.O. Scott preview their Conversation Series: Postcards from Italy, coming July 12 & 19 to The Strand Theatre in Rockland. Rocker George Thorogood talks about his Baddest Show on Earth Tour, which comes to Bangor in early September. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe with some thoughts on the Celtics' Jaylen Brown trade.

Actor Lou Diamond Phillips joined us to talk about his new film, GANGLAND, which is available in theaters and digitally on July 10. Director Katie Aselton discusses THEIR TOWN, her new movie filmed in Maine, written by husband Marc Duplass, and starring their daughter, Ora. Historian Jared Peatman looks back at Joshua Chamberlain and the men of the 20th Maine in his new book, A HELL OF A REGIMENT.

Robin Wilson of Gin Blossoms talks with us about their career and summer tour with Blues Traveler and Spin Doctors. Charlene Amoia discusses her work in The Breadwinner and Scary Movie, as well as her long run as Wendy in How I Met Your Mother. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses the Red Sox, the Knicks NBA Championship, and late broadcaster Eddie Andelman.

Filmmaker James Keach discusses his new documentary, GREGG ALLMAN: THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL. Mike Campbell talks about MISSION OF MERCY, the new album from The Dirty Knobs, and looks back at his work with Tom Petty and touring with Fleetwood Mac. Judy Collins returns to tell us about her upcoming SWEET JUDY BLUE EYES Tour. John Davidson previews the new season of his New Hampshire performance venue, CLUB SANDWICH.  

Director, producer, and co-writer Anthony Maras discusses his new film on the D-Day invasion, PRESSURE. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe talks Red Sox, Patriots, and Celtics. University of Maine hockey broadcaster Mike Tuell explains why he thinks the Black Bears are spending money wisely. Cast members Laura Hodos and Tyler Dobies preview THE FANTASTICKS at Penobscot Theatre Company in Bangor.

Michael Schur and Joe Posnanski discuss their book, BIG FAN: 2 FRIENDS, 82,490 MILES, AND THE WILD, WONDERFUL SPORTS WE LOVE. Singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff talks about her career and her upcoming shows in Boothbay Harbor and Waterville. David Roth of Defector is back to weigh in on Tom Brady's unusual post-football career. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center and Jordan Planetarium has a look at June events at the center and in the skies.

Actor Kal Penn talks about his podcast with Ed Helms, EARSAY. Bruce McCulloch discusses his new album, DARK PURPLE SLICE. Eddie Muller from Turner Classic Movies tells us about his upcoming fundraiser for The Strand in Rockland, Maine. David Roth of Defector weighs in on the Mets, the NBA playoffs, and his upcoming trip to Maine. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Red Sox. Singer-songwriter-keyboardist John "Papa" Gros previews his upcoming show in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and talks about his new album, GIANTS.

Country music legend Clint Black discusses his memoir, KILLIN' TIME: MY LIFE AND MUSIC. Singer John Ford Coley joins us to celebrate the 50th anniversary of I'D REALLY LOVE TO SEE YOU TONIGHT, his first hit single with partner England Dan Seals. Sean McAdam of MassLive talks Red Sox. Film critic Allen Adams has a summer movie preview.  

Singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor talks about his current tour and his relationship to the audience. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe discusses the struggling Red Sox. On Sports Lit 101, Bruce Pratt tells us about the new book, SANCTIONED SAVAGRY: A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE IN AMERICAN FOOTBALL by Michael Oriard.

Comedian Paula Poundstone is back with us this week talking about her upcoming show in Maine, ventriloquists, and her love of all things Frankenstein. Lauren Jones of Trousdale discusses their career and the Deluxe edition of their latest album, GROWING PAINS, which comes out on May 15. Filmmaker Anthony Lucero talks about his new movie, PAPER BAG PLAN. Food Coma's Joe Ricchio celebrates the Maine Italian sandwich.

Music legend Herb Alpert discuses his current tour playing the songs he made famous with the Tijuana Brass. Judy Greer talks about a pair of new films, MABEL, and the upcoming IN MEMORIAM with Marc Maron. Robert "Kool" Bell looks at the hall of fame career of Kool & The Gang and tells us about his foundation to support arts education, and more. Chad Finn of the Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the firing of Red Sox manager Alex Cora and the situation with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Shawn Laatsch from Versant Power Astronomy Center lets us know about May events at the center and in the skies.

Actors Michael Chiklis and Tim Daly talk with us about the work of The Creative Coalition. Author Jennifer Keishin Armstrong discusses her terrific new book, PARKS AND REC: THE UNDERDOG TV SHOW THAT LIT'RALLY INSPIRED A VISION FOR A BETTER AMERICA. Derry Grehan of Honeymoon Suite joins us to celebrate the band's 45th anniversary and a special release for Record Store Canada Day. Actors Mecca Verdell and Daniel Kublick help us preview THE GARBOLOGISTS at Bangor's Penobscot Theatre Company.

Mark Harmon and "NCIS" technical advisor Leon Carroll, Jr. discuss their latest book, GHOSTS OF SICILY. University of Maine professor Jessica Miller talks with us about the new book she edited, BRIDGERTON AND PHILOSOPHY. Chad Finn of The Boston Globe shares his thoughts on the Red Sox and Celtics.

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.