National Defense Radio Show Archives
Kelly Hansen Lead Singer of Foreigner on The National Defense
Randy welcomes Foreigner’s lead singer, Kelly Hansen, to the radio show to discuss his musical career and the upcoming “Renegades and Jukebox Heroes Tour” that Foreigner is taking on the road with Styx. Kelly also discusses some of the new items that accompany this new tour and much more.
Sky Borgman with American Murder: Laci Peterson on Netflix
We welcome Sky Borgman to the program to discuss the two decades-old murder case that gripped the nation: the death of pregnant Laci Peterson. Randy and Sky talk about the convicted murderer, Scott Peterson, who maintains his innocence, what type of information she uncovered that was yet unknown to the American public, and much more.
Aasiv Mandvi with Evil on Paramount
We welcome actor and comedian Aasiv Mandvi to the show to discuss the third and final season of the paranormal thriller series on Paramount+, “Evil.” Randy and Aasiv discuss the show, what separates it from other works in the suspense and horror genre, and some tales from his time as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show.”
VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt Condemns Former President
We welcome the National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Al Lipphardt, to discuss former President Trump’s comparison of the value of the Medal of Honor to the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Randy and Al discuss the comments, their sheer idiocy, and how the VFW has condemned the asinine words of a former Commander in Chief.
Actor Aleks Paunovic
We welcome actor Aleks Paunovic to The National Defense to discuss his return to the final season of the incredible series Snowpiercer. Randy and Aleks discuss the show, Aleks’ new line of water, and many other topics.
Trainer Jillian Michaels Keeping It Real
We welcome back Jillian Michaels to the program to talk about her brand new show “Keeping It Real with Jillian Michaels” to The National Defense. She talks about what people can expect from the show, the current health issues she sees around our country, and much more.
Comedian and NBC LA Meteorologist Fritz Coleman
We welcome our kind of Renaissance man, Fritz Coleman, to the program to talk about his time entertaining our seaman as a broadcaster in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and how that launched his career as one of the most recognizable faces of West Coast weathermen. Fritz has expanded his repertoire to standup comedy, and he talks with Randy about his new specials and more.
Josh McConkey: Be The Weight Behind the Spear
We welcome Air Force veteran and emergency room MD Josh McConkey to the program to discuss his military career and his thoughts on the current state of the American health care system’s combat against the scourge of fentanyl overdoses. Randy and Josh also discuss his book on leadership and much more.
Harris Faulkner on The National Defense
We welcome the host of FOX News’s “The Faulkner Focus” and “Outnumbered” to the show to talk with Randy about her career, the current state of American politics and discourse, and, since she worked in K.C., barbecue. Randy and Harris also discuss the parallels between the United States’ withdrawal from Vietnam and Afghanistan. Harris is the anchor of FOX News Channel’s “The Faulkner Focus” (weekdays, 11 AM/ET) and co-host of “Outnumbered” (weekdays, noon/ET).
Criminal Profiler Candice DeLong with Natural Selection Podcast
Retired FBI Criminal Profiler Candice DeLong is back on the show to discuss her fascinating new 10-part podcast from Tree Fort Media,”Natural Selection: Scott v. Wild Bill,” which revolves around the tale of William “Wild Bill” Holbert. Randy and Candice discuss the podcast, how it’s overtaken Randy’s life, and what people can expect from this limited-episode podcast.
Manfred Westphal The Fixer
We welcome Manfred Westphal, a fascinating guest with a great new book, “The Fixer: Moguls, Mobsters, Movie Stars, and Marilyn,” to the show. This project, which took over three decades to complete, details some of the investigations and scandals surrounding some of Hollywood’s most elite.
William Shatner Returns to The National Defense
We welcome the one and only, the genuine article, William Shatner back to the show! This week, Randy and William discuss his upcoming tour with the newly restored “Wrath of Khan” coming to a city near you, Shatner’s phone(s) situation, and Captain Kirk’s appearance on the Tori Spelling podcast.
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