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Downtown: The Podcast

Hosted by Rich Kimball & Carey Haskell · tv · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Conversations with guests from the world of television & film, music, sports, literature, and news.

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

25%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about Downtown: The Podcast

Who hosts Downtown: The Podcast?

Downtown: The Podcast is hosted by Rich Kimball & Carey Haskell. The show has published 300 episodes to date.

What has Downtown: The Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Adam Gardner 7.30.26" (5 August 2026), "Molly Engstrom 2.17.26" (17 February 2026), and "Stephen Fry on the Freedom Provided by Writing About Mythology" (28 December 2025).

How often does Downtown: The Podcast publish?

Downtown: The Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 41 minutes across 300 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Downtown: The Podcast?

Booking probability for Downtown: The Podcast is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Downtown: The Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Downtown: The Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.

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The strongest fits for Downtown: The Podcast are Artists, Writers & Performers. Downtown: The Podcast has a tv audience.

About the host

Rich Kimball & Carey Haskell hosts Downtown: The Podcast, a tv podcast with 300 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Downtown: The Podcast

    Adam Gardner 7.30.26

    Aug 5, 2026—

    Adam Gardner of Guster returned to the show to talk about this year's On The Ocean Festival, August 7-9 in Portland. For more information, go to: https://ontheoceanfest.com

  • Downtown: The Podcast

    Molly Engstrom 2.17.26

    Feb 17, 2026—

    Our Bruce Pratt talks with University of Maine women's ice hockey coach Molly Engstrom.

  • Dec 25, 202437 minS7

    <p>Guests: Peter Ames Carlin, Marc Scott Zicree, Tripp Whetsell</p> <p>Peter Ames Carlin discusses his great new book on R.E.M., Marc Scott Zicree remembers Rod Serling, who was born one hundred years ago this Christmas...

  • Dec 18, 202450 minS7

    <p>Guests: Rosanne Cash, Stephen Tobolowsky</p> <p>Singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash returns to discuss TIME IS A MIRROR, the exhibit celebrating her work at the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the newly-remastered...

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  • Nov 27, 202443 minS7

    <p>Guests: Elizabeth Strout, Mike Thomas</p> <p>Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth Strout talks with us about her latest novel, TELL ME EVERYTHING.</p> <p>Journalist Mike Thomas discusses CARSON THE MAGNIFICENT, the new...

  • Nov 20, 202424 minS7

    <p>John O’Hurley, Gary Hoey</p> <p>John O’Hurley returns to the podcast to preview this year’s National Dog Show, presented by Purina, Thanksgiving Day on NBC.</p> <p>Guitarist Gary Hoey talks about his new holiday...

  • Nov 13, 202450 minS7

    <p>Elliot Mintz, Chris Smither</p> <p>Broadcaster and public relations guru Elliot Mintz returns to discuss WE ALL SHINE ON: JOHN, YOKO, AND ME, his wonderful new book on his friendship with the Lennons.</p>...

  • Nov 6, 202441 minS7

    <p>Guests: Ken Burns, Luke David Blumm</p> <p>Filmmaker Ken Burns discusses his latest documentary, Leonardo da Vinci, which comes to PBS on November 18.</p> <p> </p> <p>Actor Luke David Blumm talks about his role as...

  • Oct 30, 202451 minS7

    <p>Guests: Joe Posnanski, Josh Karp</p> <p>Author Joe Posnanski returns to discuss his great new book, WHY WE LOVE FOOTBALL.</p> <p>Writer Josh Karp is back to discuss his oral history of THE BIG LEBOWSKI for Air...

  • Oct 23, 20241 hourS7

    <p>Guests: Robert Hilburn, Howard Jones</p> <p>Music journalist and author Robert Hilburn discusses his new book on Randy Newman, A FEW WORDS IN DEFENSE OF OUR COUNTRY.</p> <p>Singer-songwriter-musician Howard Jones...

  • Oct 16, 202431 minS7

    <p>Guests: Mindy Smith, Jake Shimabukuro</p> <p>Singer-songwriter Mindy Smith discusses her new album, QUIET TOWN and ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro talks about his collaboration with Mick Fleetwood on the album...

  • Oct 9, 20241 hourS7

    <p>Guests: Stephen Tobolowsky, Mike Royce</p> <p>Actor Stephen Tobolowsky talks about his work on Lopez v. Lopez, an upcoming film with Corbin Bernsen, and the One Day at a Time reunion.</p> <p>Emmy Award-winning...

  • Oct 2, 202430 minS7

    Guests: Peri GIlpin, Roy Harrington Peri Gilpin returns to talk with us about her work on Sean 2 of the Frasier reboot on Paramount Plus. Comedian Ray Harrington discusses his career and his upcoming show at Bangor's...

  • Sep 25, 202434 minS7

    Guests: Michael Campion, Colin Woodard Actor and magician Michael Campion talks about his new show in Los Angeles, Michael Campion's Haunted Mystery Show of Magic, and performs a little "radio magic" for us. Journalist...

  • Sep 18, 202424 minS7

    Guests: Jason Marsden, Kay Hanley & Charlton Pettus Actor Jason Marsden talks about It's Just A Buncha Halloween, coming to Salem Massachusetts in mid-October. Kay Hanley of Letters to Cleo and Charlon Pettus from Tears...

  • Sep 11, 202438 minS7

    Guests: David Roth, Gary Tanguay David Roth of Defector and The Distraction Podcast and Gary Tanguay of WBZ in Boston help us celebrate the 13th anniversary of our radio show.

  • Sep 4, 202444 minS7

    Guests: Arthur Meyer & Stephanie Drake, Ron Dante Arhtur Meyer & Stephanie Drake discuss their web series, ABC PARENTING. From the Downtown archives, our conversation with singer and producer Ron Dante.

  • Aug 28, 202437 minS7

    Guests: Arwen Lewis & Bob Ryan Singer-songwriter Arwen Lewis discusses her new EP, UNDER THE STARS. The great sportswriter, Bob Ryan, covers a wide range of topics, as always.

  • Aug 21, 202450 minS7

    Guests: Ed Begley Jr & Chelsea Henderson Actor Ed Begley talks about a couple of upcoming projects and shares some stories from his memoir, TO THE TEMPLE OF TRANQUILITY...AND STEP ON IT! Author and Maine native Chelsea...

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