Downtown with Rich Kimball

Rich Kimball
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Conversations with friends old and new about entertainment, sports, and the state of the world.

  1. 1D AGO

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 56 (Colin Hay, Noah Fearnley, Chad Finn, Bruce Pratt, Scott Pitoniak, Rick Burton)

    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.

    57 min

  2. FEB 12

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 55 (James Austin Johnson, Jack Tempchin, Emma Tiedemann, Kate Dickerson)

    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.

    1h 16m

  3. FEB 5

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 54 (Marshall Crenshaw, John Cowsill, Chad Finn, Christopher Price, Joe Ricchio)

    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.

    1h 40m

  4. JAN 28

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 53 (John Cariani, Jeff Richards, Pete Abraham, Jack Webb, Shawn Laatsch)

    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.

    1h 31m

  5. JAN 22

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 52 (Vondie Curtis-Hall, Catherine Curtin, Chad Finn, Kae Cooney & Angela Atwood)

    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.

    59 min

  6. JAN 15

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 51 (Michael Socolow, Ray Harrington, John Karalis, Sean McAdam)

    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.

    1h 5m

  7. JAN 8

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 50 (Jobeth Williams, Chad Finn, Shawn Laatsch, Aimsel Ponti))

    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.

    1h 2m

  8. 12/24/2025

    Downtown with Rich Kimball: Episode 49 (Janet McTeer, Gunnar Nelson, Stephen Tobolowsky)

    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.

    1h 7m
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Conversations with friends old and new about entertainment, sports, and the state of the world.

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  • Creator
    Rich Kimball
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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