The Bret Saunders Podcast

The Bret Saunders Podcast

Bret Saunders of the KBCO Morning Show interviews musicians, actors, media members and more about their craft, culture and other topics.

Episodes

December 19, 2025 6 mins
Son of John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Lennon is presenting his Oscar-winning animated film, "War Is Over." He tells Bret about making the project, remembering John Lennon and who topped his Spotify playlist in 2025.
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Norah Jones has a mountain of Grammys, and makes music that appeals to everyone. She has a new podcast, NORAH JONES IS PLAYING ALONG. She tells Bret about her inspiration for the series. Then, Nathaniel Rateliff, Colorado Hero singer-songwriter-bandleader checks in to talk about some nice personal news and his holiday shows in Denver.
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November 20, 2025 8 mins
Bret met comedy legend Kevin Nealon for the first time ever. They got along well and discussed Norm McDonald, vegetarianism and being bad at guitar.
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Singer-guitarist Jonathan and drummer Tyler joined Bret via Zoom to discuss their exciting 2026 Red Rocks shows and how they deal with fans who sing out of tune.
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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.
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October 22, 2025 9 mins
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...
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October 16, 2025 9 mins
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.
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October 9, 2025 5 mins
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!
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September 19, 2025 5 mins
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...
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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?
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August 28, 2025 8 mins
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!
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August 21, 2025 9 mins
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!
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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.
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August 7, 2025 16 mins
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.
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July 31, 2025 12 mins
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.
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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.
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July 17, 2025 16 mins
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.
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July 11, 2025 13 mins
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.
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July 2, 2025 7 mins
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.
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June 27, 2025 11 mins
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.
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