National Defense Radio Show Archives
Former CIA Analyst David McCloskey
We welcome David McCloskey, the author of the new CIA thriller The Seventh Floor, to the show to discuss how he joined the CIA before he could legally buy a drink, how his work focused mostly on Syria and surrounding nations, and how those life experiences informed his new book.
Middle-East Correspondent Trey Yingst
Trey Yingst is an American journalist who serves as the chief foreign correspondent for Fox News based in Jerusalem, Israel, who was one of the first to report from the region following the Hamas attacks on concerts and festivals. Trey has written a new book, “Black Saturday: An Unfiltered Account of the October 7th Attack on Israel and the War in Gaza.” Trey joined us from Rafa and taped this interview with us on October 1st, explaining what readers can expect from his new release.
Chicago Fire Actor Jake Lockett
We welcome star of NBC’s “Chicago Fire” actor Jake Lockett to the program! Randy and Jake talk about his acting career, how Dick Wolf’s show has lasted 13 seasons and counting, as well as some news on his upcoming programs. Jake shares some of the correspondence he receives daily from REAL firefighters and EMS workers regarding how realistic their dramatic portrayal is in the field (and sometimes Unrealistic regarding inter-station relationships!)
Alone Again with Gilbert O’Sullivan
Three-time Grammy nominated singer Gilbert O’Sullivan joins the show to talk with us about his brand new release “Songbook” now available wherever you listen to music. Randy and Gilbert talk about his seminal hit “Alone Again Naturally” the nature of it’s success in the United States compared to other continents, all of the cover versions of his hit, as well as a taste of what to expect from his brand new album.
Comedian Jay Pharoah
We welcome one of our favorite faces from recent seasons of Saturday Night Live, Jay Pharoah, to the program to talk about comedy, his time on SNL, and his brand new special, available to stream NOW on YouTube: “Jared.” Randy and Jay talk about the special, comedy legends like Eddie Murphy, and his family foundation that supports scholarship and education
Justin Jordan from Warriors Heart
We welcome Air Force Veteran, Master Sergeant Justin Jordan to the program to talk about his time in the military service where he became a jack-of-all-trades leading him to Mortuary Affairs. Randy speaks with Justin about his time serving in this unique role within the military, and how his experiences there informed his work in helping to prevent veteran suicides, and supporting the family members of those who are no longer with us.
Meghan Ogilvie from Dog Tag Bakery
We love featuring stories of those who make it their mission to serve our veteran population, and we’re excited to speak with Meghan Ogilvie from Dog Tag Bakery to talk to us about her group, recently featured on CBS News. Dog Tag Bakery has their Dog Tag Entrepreneurial 5-month Fellowship Program which equips veterans, military spouses, and caregivers with the tools and education to build resilience, find renewed purpose, and forge community beyond the military.
Celebrating 100 Years of Ford Engineering Laboratory
We welcome Ford Motor Company Audiovisual Archivist Shelby Long to the show to talk about the celebration of 100 years of a very special building that stands as a silent witness to the ingenuity and collaboration that shaped the world in which we drive. Nate Herron speaks with Shelby about The Ford Engineering Laboratory (FEL) in Dearborn, Michigan is not just a building, but a powerful symbol of innovation and a testament to Ford Motor Company’s commitment to adaptive reuse.
Co-Founder and Executive Director of SkillPointe
We welcome yet another champion of putting veterans into our workforce in the Co-Founder and Executive Director of SkillPointe, Alvin Townley, to the program. Alvin speaks with Randy Miller about why SkillPointe was created, how it works, and a salute to our partners at the Home Depot Foundation for their financial support of this great program.
Actor Ray Wise
We welcome an onscreen main-stay in Hollywood to the show, Ray Wise, to talk about his career onscreen and his new project “God’s Not Dead” where he plays the character Peter Kane. Ray and Randy talk bout the new film, as well as some of his memories from the sets of great shows like “Twin Peaks” and “Gilmore Girls.”
Onyx Pike: Ocean Pacific Realty Group
CEO of Ocean Pacific Realty Group, Onyx Pike, joins the show to talk about his company’s work in pairing property owners in California with military families that are seeking affordable rental housing. Onyx’s group has reached out to landlords around the area, with plans to expand into San Diego, who have excess inventory they are looking to support our military families with.
VA Undersecretary for Health Dr. Shareef Elnahal
We welcome Dr. Shareef Elnahal, the Undersecretary for Health at the Veterans Administration, to the program to give us an update and some much-needed good news about the VA and how the quality of care in the VA system has seen a marked improvement over the past two years. Randy and Dr. Elnahal discuss what went into this good news and what veterans can expect from their VA system in the future.
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