Downtown: The Podcast

Guests:  Rosanne Cash, Bill Mumy Singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash returns for a wide-ranging discussion about music and writing. Actor and musician Bill Mumy talks with us about his new memoir, “Danger Will Robinson: The Full Mumy”.                  

Guests:  Ronnie Schell, Skunk Baxter Actor and comedian Ronnie Schell looks back at his work on Gomer Pyle, That Girl, Good Morning World, and more. Guitarist Jeff “Skunk” Baxter discusses his new solo album Speed of Heat, his work with The Doobie Brothers, and his experience as a defense consultant to the Pentagon and others.                    

Guests:  Kelly Monrow & Jim Meskimen Actress and singer Kelly Monrow talked with us about her album, Scars of Venus, and her work on American Crime Story.   Actor and impressionist Jim Meskimen joined us to discuss some of his remarkable impressions and his work on Gaslit, Hunters, and his upcoming role as Phil Donahue.            

Guests:  John O'Hurley, Christopher Price John O’Hurley returns to discuss this year’s broadcast of the National Dog Show. Author Christopher Price talks about BLEEDING GREEN, his new book on the Hartford Whalers.                  

Guests:  Lottie Bedlow, Christopher Radko Lottie Bedlow of The Great British Bake Off talked with us about her new book, Baking Imperfect. Artist Christopher Radko discusses his new line of ornaments, Heartfully Yours, which support artists in Ukraine.            

Guests:  Chazz Palminteri & Peter Fogel, Jim Kerr Director Chazz Palminteri and actor/writer Peter Fogel discuss their show, TILL DEATH DO US PART…YOU FIRST. Jim Kerr from Simple Minds talks about the band’s new album, DIRECTION OF THE HEART.                  

 Guests:  Paul Cowsill & R.K. Russell Paul Cowsill discusses Rhythm of the World, the first new album from The Cowsills in nearly threee decades. Activist and former NFL player R.K. Russell talks about his decision to come out as bisexual and his upcoming book, The Yards Between Us.                        

 Heather Cox Richardson & David Baldacci Historian Heather Cox Richardson returns to discuss some big life events and the state of the nation. Author David Baldacci talks about his new book, Long Shadows, and the importance of literacy in a democracy.              

 James Burrows & C.J. Box James Burrows, who has directed over a thousand episodes of network television, from The Mary Tyler Moore Show to Taxi, Cheers, Friends, and Will & Grace, discusses his memoir, DIRECTED BY JAMES BURROWS. Best-selling author C.J. Box talks about his latest novel, TREASURE STATE, and seeing his works come to the small screen on BIG SKY.  

M*A*S*H 50th ANNIVERSARY! Part Two: We celebrate fifty years of M*A*S*H with memories from cast members Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Mike Farrell, Jamie Farr, Jeff Maxwell, and G.W. Bailey, and guests Ed Begley, Jr., Lynne Marie Stewart, and Loudon Wainwright III, as well as journalist Marc Freeman.        

M*A*S*H 50th ANNIVERSARY! Part One: We celebrate fifty years of M*A*S*H with memories from cast members Alan Alda, Loretta Swit, Mike Farrell, Jamie Farr, Jeff Maxwell, and G.W. Bailey, and guests Ed Begley, Jr., Lynne Marie Stewart, and Loudon Wainwright III, as well as journalist Marc Freeman.        

Guests: Paul Reiser, Stephen Tobolowsky Actor-comedian-musician-author Paul Reiser talks with us about his stand-up tour and his recent work on The Boys, Stranger Things, The Kominsky Method, and the new series, Reboot.   Actor-author-storyteller Stephen Tobolowsky returns to discuss his recent projects and share a couple of great stories about working with a young Stevie Ray Vaughan and David Byr...

Guest: Ken Burns

Guests: Dr. Gabby Wild, Colin Fleming Veterinarian Dr. Gabby Wild talks with us about her new book, “How to Speak Animal” and author Colin Fleming discusses The Beach Boys’ SMILE sessions.                

Guests: Mike Farrell, Lesley Ann Warren Actor Mike Farrell helps us celebrate the 50th anniversary of M*A*SH by sharing thoughts and stories. Oscar and Emmy nominee Lesley Ann Warren looks back at her remarkable career, from Cinderella to Victor/Victoria, Clue, and Will & Grace.                

Guests:Loretta Swit, Jerry Mathers A pair of television icons with us this week as we talk with Loretta Swit in advance of the 50th anniversary of M*A*S*H, and Jerry Mathers remembers his friend Tony Dow, looks back on working with Hitchcock and Bob Hope, and the phenomenon of Leave It To Beaver.

Guests: Peri Gilpin, Katie Aselton Actor-Director Katie Aselton discusses her latest directorial effort, MACK & RITA, which stars Diane Keaton. Peri Gilpin, our reigning Downtown Madness Champ, returned to talk about her summer, the changing face of auditions, and some upcoming appearances.

Guests: Ron Shelton, Jason Reid

Guests: John DeNicola, Leigh Montville Sportswriter and author of TALL MEN, SHORT SHORTS, on the 1969 NBA Finals, helps us remember the legendary Bill Russell. Oscar-winning singer-songwriter John DeNicola discusses his new single and video, SHE SAID, and the 35th anniversary of DIRTY DANCING.

Guests: Jamie Farr, Sean McAdam Actor Jamie Farr looks back on the early days of his career, the help he got from Red Skelton, and the incredible ride of playing Max Klinger on M*A*S*H. Sean McAdam of Boston Sports Journal discusses his new book on the history of the Red Sox, “The Franchise”.

Guests: Joe Hagan, Bill Barry Journalist and producer Joe Hagan talks about the story behind the making of the album, “Earl’s Closet”. We dip into the archives for our conversation about the Apollo 11 moon landing fifty-three years ago this week with former NASA historian Bill Barry.

 Guests: David Roth, Derex Brady David Roth of Defector and The Distraction Podcast joined us for a wide-ranging conversation, covering his trip to Maine, big-time college sports, and the state of the nation. Actor-Producer-Director Derrex Brady discusses his career and the new season of his Bounce TV series, "Johnson".

 Guests: Ed Begley Jr., Josh Gondleman Actor and activist Ed Begley, Jr. returns to discuss the final season of Better Call Saul, his work on Queer As Folk, and some simple steps to reduce your carbon footprint. Comedian and writer Josh Gondleman talks with us about his first stand-up special, PEOPLE PLEASER, available on several VOD platforms.

 Guests: Howard Blum, Colin Fleming Journalist Howard Blum discusses his new book, THE SPY WHO KNEW TOO MUCH. Writer Colin Fleming looks at the Sherlock Holmes character from a couple of different perspectives.

 Guests: Tim Matheson, John Davidson Actor-Director Tim Matheson talks about the new season of his Netflix series, VIRGIN RIVER, and shares stories from his long career in the business. Entertainer John Davidson discusses the second season at his performance venue, Club Sandwich in New Hampshire, and plays some new music he's written for his upcoming performances.