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

Paul Myers Talks About His New John Candy Book

October 30, 2025 • 7 mins
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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Let's Meet Fiona Prine!

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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Dermot Kennedy Stops By

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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Evan Dando From The Lemonheads

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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Meet Kyle MacLachlan!

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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Poet David Duchovny (He Does Other Stuff, Too)

September 5, 2025 • 7 mins
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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From The Archives: Neil Young!

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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The Living Legend John Fogerty!

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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Wilco's Jeff Tweedy Has A New Solo Album

August 14, 2025 • 9 mins
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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Josh Blue's Heartwarming Memoir

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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Jim James Of My Morning Jacket

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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Bob Crawford From The Avett Brothers Is A Historian

July 29, 2025 • 8 mins
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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Ben Folds Stands For Something

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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The Return Of Lyle Lovett

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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Comedian Josh Blue Is Back

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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Comedy Samurai Larry Charles

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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The Legendary Dionne Warwick Returns!

June 13, 2025 • 5 mins
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!
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Molly Tuttle Visits KBCO Studio C

June 6, 2025 • 7 mins
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!
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Tom Turcich Walked Around The World!

May 23, 2025 • 8 mins
Tom Turcich is the author of THE WORLD WALK: 7 Years. 28,000 Miles. 6 Continents. Why did he do it? How many shoes did he wear out? Let's find out!
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The Return Of Jason Isbell

May 2, 2025 • 13 mins
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.
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