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