Downtown: The Podcast

Jay Jaffe, Michael Socolow. Jay Jaffe of Fangraphs and the author of “The Cooperstown Casebook” discuss this year’s Hall of Fame candidates and the cheating scandal involving the Astros and Red Sox. UMaine professor and author of “Six Minutes In Berlin”, Michael Socolow, talks with us about the Australian bush fires and media coverage of the 2020 U.S. Presidential election.        

Gilbert Gottfried, Harry Wayne Casey, Andrew Lanham. Comedy legend Gilbert Gottfried discusses his career, Harry Wayne Casey of KC & The Sunshine Band does the same, and screenwriter and Maine native Andrew Lanham talks about the new film, “Just Mercy”.        

Tracy Newman, Jeff Abraham. Tracy Newman talks about the evolution of her career in music, television, and back to music. Jeff Abraham discusses his book, “The Show Won’t Go On”, about performers who died doing what they loved.      

Dan Buettner, Upton Bell. Dan Buettner shares recipes that could add years to your life, as he discusses “The Blue Zones Kitchen” and author, former NFL executive, and broadcaster Upton Bell talks about his family’s long connection with the NFL.      

Tim Matheson, Barnes & Barnes. Actor Tim Matheson discusses his new Netflix series, “Virgin River”, and looks back at his work with legends Lucille Ball and Jackie Gleason. Comedy music icons Barnes & Barnes talk with us about their new album, “Holidaze In Lumania”.      

Michael Powell, Jeremy Beer. We talk with author Michael Powell about “Canyon Dreams - A Basketball Season On The Navajo Nation” and Jeremy Beer discusses “Oscar Charleston”.    

Cindy Williams, David Foster. Actress Cindy Williams looks back at her work in “American Graffiti”, “Laverne & Shirley” and more. Award-winning producer and songwriter David Foster discusses his new album and PBS special “An Intimate Evening”.    

Peter Asher, Marty Stuart. Music legend Peter Asher discusses his new book, “The Beatles From A to Zed” and country music great Marty Stuart talks about his career and his tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of his album, “The Pilgrim”.  

Jane Seymour, Phil Proctor. Jane Seymour talks about her work on the new season of “The KominskyMethod” and Phil Proctor discusses the origins of The Firesign Theatre, his play “God Help Us”, and his podcast and website.

William Cohen, Marc Summers. Former Senator and Defense Secretary William Cohen discusses the need for diplomacy and the state of the nation. Then, Marc Summers and local TV host Dan Cashman talk about the national tour of Double Dare Live.

Tess Gerritsen, Joe Posnanski. Tess Gerritsen discusses her new book, “The Shape Of Night”, and Joe Posnanski shares stories from “The Life and Afterlife of Harry Houdini”.  

Mandy Patinkin, Max Weinberg. Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe award winner Mandy Patinkin talks about his current musical tour, The Princess Bride, and Homeland, and drummer Max Weinberg discusses his work with the E Street band, Conan O'Brien, and his Max Weinberg's Jukebox Tour.  

Illeana Douglas & Ruta Lee. illeana Douglas discusses her work on the new season of “Goliath” and talks film history. Ruta Lee looks back on some of her most memorable film and television appearances in a career that dates back to the early 1950s.  

Rosanne Cash & Graham Nash. Rosanne Cash returned to the show to talk about her role in the Ken Burns documentary and her latest album, She Remembers Everything. Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Graham Nash discusses his music and the role of an artist to speak out against injustice.

Twilight Zone 60. We celebrate the Twilight Zone’s 60th anniversary with Rod Serling biographer Nicholas Parisi, author Mark Dawidziak, Rod’s daughter, Anne, and actor Stephen Talbot, who appeared in two episodes of the series.

Marc Summers & Don Most. Marc Summers joins us in studio along with The Nite Show’s Danny Cashman, to talk about the Double Dare Live Tour and Don Most looks back at “Happy Days” and discusses his work as a director and singer.            

Stephen Tobolowsky discusses his work on three television series and his recent trip to Finland and singer-songwriter Stephen Bishop talks about his new album, "We'll Talk About It Later In The Car".              

Ken Burns, Kathy Mattea, Rosanne Cash & Bill Anderson join us to discuss the upcoming PBS documentary series, "Country Music", which premieres on September 15.              

Filmmakers Rob Epstein & Jeffrey Friedman, songwriter Jimmy Webb, and producer Peter Asher join us for a tribute to Linda Ronstadt. Epstein & Friedman directed the documentary, "Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice", which opens in theaters September 6, while Webb had a number of his compositions recorded by Ronstadt, and Asher produced best-selling albums like "Heart Like A Wheel", "Hasten Down...

Peter Bogdanovich & Josh Karp. Peter Bogdanovich discusses Orson Welles, John Ford, and actors he directed including Boris Karloff, Ryan O’Neal, John Ritter, Ben Gazzara, and Cher. Writer Josh Karp also talks about Orson Welles and the making of his final film, “The Other Side Of the Wind”.                

Anson Williams & Bill Anderson. Bill Anderson looks back at his remarkable career and discusses his work in the upcoming Ken Burns documentary on country music. Actor Anson Williams explains how he came up with the new product, Alert Drops, and also talks about his start on Happy Days and his long career as a director.            

Michael McKean & Kathy Mattea. Michael McKean discusses his career from “Laverne & Shirley” to “This Is Spinal Tap” and his Emmy nominated role in “Better Call Saul”. Kathy Mattea talks about her work on Ken Burns’ documentary series on Country Music and her latest album, “Pretty Bird”.          

Mike Love & Sarah Parcak. Beach Boys founding member Mike Love discusses his new album, “12 Sides of Summer” and Sarah Parcak  talks about her fascinating book, “Archaeology From Space”.          

Ken Burns & Lynn Shelton. Ken Burns discusses his upcoming documentary series, “Country Music” and Lynn Shelton talks about the making of her new film, “Sword Of Trust”, which stars Marc Maron.          

Paula Poundstone & William Jackson Harper. Comedian Paula Poundstone is back on the road this summer & shares her thoughts on a number of topics. Actor William Jackson Harper discusses his work in the horror film, "Midsommar", and the final season of "The Good Place".