Downtown: The Podcast

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.

 Guests: Bruce McCulloch, Jeff Hanna    

 Guests: Elizabeth A Davis, Gregory Maguire Elizabeth A. Davis talks about her role as Thomas Jefferson in the Broadway-bound production of 1776, now playing at American Repertory Theater in Cambridge. Author Gregory Maguire (Wicked) discusses his new book, Cress Watercress.    

 Guest: Brian Hyland & Richie Stephens Singer-songwriter Brian Hyland discusses his long career in music and actor Richie Stephen’s talks about his new book, “A Gangster’s Guide to Sobriety.”    

Guest: Bob Ryan & Josh Karp Bob Ryan talks with us about his new book with Bill Chuck, IN SCORING POSITION. Writer Josh Karp takes a look back at the music, movies, and television shows of 1972.