Comedian Kevin James is known to everyone from his long-running sitcom KING OF QUEENS. He's bringing his standup to Denver's Bellco Theatre June 28. Kevin and Bret talk about bombing on stage and portraying Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton

Guitarist Rick Mitarotonda of Goose

Jun 5th, 2024 8m 10s

Did you know the East Coast jam band Goose has roots in Colorado? It's true! Guitarist Rick Mitarotonda checks in with Bret before Goose takes to the stage of Fiddler's Green June 7 and 8.

Conor Hall And The Outside Festival

May 28th, 2024 17m 14s

Conor Hall is the ultimate Colorado citizen. He's been involved with various state-related causes for years, and Conor is part of a group putting together the Outside Festival in Denver's Civic Center Park June 1 and 2, 2024. Find out more abou

Jack Antonoff Visits KBCO Studio C

May 23rd, 2024 10m 24s

Jack Antonoff leads the band Bleachers, and is beloved around the world for his produciton work with artists like Taylor Swift and Lana Del Rey. Is there anything Jack Antonoff can't do? He spoke with Bret about making music, Red Rocks, and att

The Legendary Booker T. Jones

May 16th, 2024 13m 48s

The incredible Booker T. Jones, keyboardist for Booker T. & M.G.'s joined Bret to talk about the excellent new HBO docuseries, "STAX: SOULSVILLE U.S.A." premiering May 20. Is this Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and producer also the leader of the

The Legendary Booker T. Jones

May 15th, 2024 13m 40s

Nathaniel Rateliff Talks Songwriting And Red Rocks

May 3rd, 2024 19m 58s

Colorado's Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats play Red Rocks August 20-21, and trust me, you don't want to miss that. There's a new album, too: SOUTH OF HERE. It's powerful stuff!

Bonus Episode: Comedian Colin Quinn!

Apr 26th, 2024 2m 44s

Colin Quinn is a brilliant guy, and hilarious, too. He'll appear at the legendary Stanley Hotel in Colorado's Estes Park Saturday, April 27.

Meet Gary Clark Jr.!

Apr 25th, 2024 12m 51s

The singer-songwriter-guitarist-bandleader Gary Clark Jr. just released a stunning new album, "JPEG Raw." What does JPEG Raw mean? Let's meet Gary Clark Jr.!

Colorado's Attorney General Phil Weiser

Apr 18th, 2024 17m 5s

Do we solve all of Colorado's problems in less than 20 minutes? Not quite, but the AG does bring up some good points.

Welcome Back, Michael Franti

Apr 11th, 2024 21m 9s

Michael Franti is a singular life force and leader of Michael Franti and Spearhead. He'll bring his eternal love for the world to Red Rocks May 31. Franti talks to Bret about music, world peace...you know...the things we need.

Noah Kahan In KBCO Studio C

Apr 3rd, 2024 12m 18s

Why haven't we ever released this conversation? Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan stopped by our studios in 2022, prior to becoming the huge headliner he is today. This was an excellent conversation. Noah's a real, funny dude!

Jeremiah Fraites Talks About PIANO PIANO 2

Mar 14th, 2024 14m 28s

The Lumineers' keyboardist, drummer, etc. joins Bret to talk about his new solo album, PIANO PIANO 2, and soundtrack aspirations.

Fly Fishing Royalty John Dietsch

Mar 7th, 2024 15m 25s

You know his work from the inspiring film A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT.John Dietsch is one of our premier fly fisherpeople! He's also a calming presence in this tumultuous world. On this episode, John talks with Bret about the mental health benefits

The Late Comedian Richard Lewis

Feb 29th, 2024 4m 11s

This is a tough one. I was very fond of Richard Lewis, who passed away this week at 76. He was, first and foremost, hilarious. He also happened to be a very kind individual who even followed me on social media and was always encouraging. Here's

The Legendary Billy Dee Williams

Feb 22nd, 2024 7m 11s

Colt 45 Malt Liquor! BRIAN'S SONG! THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK! Billy Dee Williams is the best, and he's just released his memoir, WHAT HAVE WE HERE?

Sheryl Crow Is Back!

Feb 16th, 2024 17m 43s

Crow was recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! The KBCO listener favorite joined Bret to talk about that, her new album EVOLUTION, and AI.

Penn Jillette of Penn & Teller

Feb 1st, 2024 21m 2s

Magic Comedians (or comedians who do magic? They're beyond category!) Penn and Teller arrive at Denver's Temple Buell Theatre on March 13! Penn Jillette called Bret to talk about his bass playing and when the duo will retire, if ever.

Comedian Lewis Black Returns...For The Last Time?

Jan 26th, 2024 11m 42s

I've always enjoyed the comedy of Lewis Black! He's a thoughful artist who isn't afraid to show his emotions. Black is retiring from standup comedy, but not before visiting Denver's Paramount Theater February 2. Black called me to talk about hi

Nikki Glaser

Dec 20th, 2023 16m 42s

Comedian Nikki Glaser will perform at Denver's Paramount Theatre December 30-31. She talks with Bret about her standup, Taylor Swift and her potential future as a TV talk show host.

"Weird Al" Yankovic Returns!

Dec 14th, 2023 8m 41s

Everybody likes song parody genius "Weird Al" Yankovic! The biopic of his career, WEIRD: THE AL YANKOVIC STORY was just released in physical media form! Would he make a good President of the US? Let's ask him.

Comedian Chad Kroeger

Dec 8th, 2023 8m 58s

Chad Kroeger is part of the innovative comedy duo Chad & JT. Chad stopped by the KBCO studios to discuss his appearance as the mystical Beignet Guy on the HBO series BARRY and the duo's "activism."