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Bret Saunders of the KBCO Morning Show interviews musicians, actors, media members and more about their craft, culture and other topics.
Paul Myers is an all-around good guy who just released a well-researched book on comedic actor, John Candy. "John Candy: A Life In Comedy" is available wherever good people sell books.
Fiona Prine's partner, singer-songwriter John Prine passed away in 2020. Fiona still carries his torch, and she'll be screening the documentary HOW LUCKY CAN ONE MAN GET on Sunday, October 26 at Denver's SIE Film Center. She called Bret to discuss John's life and legacy...
It was nice of Irish Singer-Songwriter-Busker Dermot Kennedy to stop by the KBCO studios and chat about his career as a troubadour, overcoming shyness and books.
Lemonheads frontman Evan Dando just released his memoir, RUMORS OF MY DEMISE. He called Bret to essentially not talk about that. It's a fun, rambling excursion!
Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks, Dune (the original one) and an obscure-trippy '80s film The Hidden are all part of Kyle MacLachlan's acting resume. He called Bret to discuss his new podcast, What Are We Even Doing...
Actor-novelist-musician-poet David Duchovny called Bret to talk about his new book, ABOUT TIME. Will he read us a poem? What are his thoughts on David Lynch?
Since Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts are appearing at Fiddler's Green in Denver September 1, here's a conversation I had with him in 2012, discussing the new album at the time, AMERICANA. The album still holds up! I hope the interview does as well. Listen to me occasionally stammer because I was in the (virtual) presence of a hero!
After getting the rights to his CCR catalogue back, John is releasing LEGACY THE CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL YEARS. John called Bret to discuss keeping his voice excellent, his sons getting involved with the music, and, well, baseball!
I always like speaking with Jeff Tweedy! He's a smart, creative guy. The Wilco frontman called to discuss his upcoming solo album, Artificial Intelligence and how audiences differ from city to city.
Colorado's beloved comedian Josh Blue just released his first book, SOMETHING TO STARE AT. Josh joined Bret to discuss being funny and how SOUTH PARK influenced his work.
Jim James, frontman of of My Morning Jacket is one profound Dude! He checked in with Bret to talk about the band's latest album and the menace of improperly utilized social media.
Bassist Bob Crawford delights everyone as a member of the beloved Avett Brothers - but he's also an excellent interviewer and podcaster. His latest is AMERICAN HISTORY HOTLINE. Bob called Bret to talk Red Rocks and seeking the truth behind American myths.
Singer-pianist-bandleader Ben Folds called Bret to discuss his new live album with the National Symphony Orchestra and why he left his position at the Kennedy Center.
Before his Denver performance, singer-songwriter-actor Lyle Lovett called in to the KBCO Studios. Bret was joined by legendary Denver concert promoter Chuck Morris, who managed Lovett for years, to talk about Lyle's storied career.
It's always a pleasure to speak with Josh Blue, who continues to make a name for himself in the "cutthroat" world of comedy. He's celebrating 20 years of headlining Denver's Comedy Works this weekend.
Larry Charles is the brilliant dude behind so many groundbreaking projects: Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Borat, Bruno...he's just released a compelling memoir about his brilliant successes: COMEDY SAMURAI - 40 YEARS OF BLOOD, GUTS AND LAUGHTER.
As she prepares to perform at New York's historic Apollo Theater, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dionne Warwick calls in to talk about winning over the audience there and playing Red Rocks in the '60s. Now, go and listen to her spectacular records from that era and be overwhelmed with emotion!
Molly Tuttle is great at everything she does: guitarist, singer, songwriter, bandleader...she's the future of Americana music! She and her band stopped by to perform in KBCO Studio C - we can't play the music for you, but the conversation is effervescent!
The dynamic singer-songwriter-actor called Bret from Tennessee to discuss changes in his life and music, why people should express themselves politically and his next big screen appearance.
