National Defense Radio Show Archives

“The Proof Is Out There” with Sgt. Rudy Reyes
We welcome retired Sgt. Rudy Reyes to the show to talk about his time in the U.S. Military uniform and the experience he is bringing to his new series on The History Channel, “The Proof is Out There: Military Mysteries.” Randy and Rudy discuss just a few of the stories profiled in the show, and we can’t wait to binge this show.

Bart Lattimore and Old North State
We welcome Bart Lattimore of the band Old North State to the show to talk about his fantastic band and their authentic brand of music. Randy originally heard Old North State performing in Carolina Beach and just had to have them on the show. Randy and Bart talk about music, horses, barbecue, and much more.

Clint Howard
We welcome actor Clint Howard to the program to talk about his acting experience, immersion in the Star Trek universe, and his new role cast in TV’s “Bold and the Beautiful.” Randy and Clint have a great discussion about Hollywood in this entertaining interview.

Eric Schelling from Home Depot
We welcome Eric Schelling, the Vice President of Global Talent Acquisitions for Home Depot, to discuss the incredible effort his company has made to support our military and veterans. It seems like every time we talk with Home Depot and the Home Depot Foundation, they up the ante, now setting at $750 million to support veterans and our military.

Oscar-winner Morgan Freeman
The National Defense is over the moon to welcome Oscar award-winning actor Morgan Freeman to the show to talk about his role in the groundbreaking film, telling the story of the notorious 54th, “Glory.” Morgan tells Randy about what drew him to the film, his recollections of the cast and crew, and many other stories.

Entertainers Seth Myers and Andy Samberg
The National Defense sent special correspondent Charlsey Pollack to Los Angeles to interview celebrities on the red carpet. She was fortunate enough to snag late-night host Seth Myers, actor and comedian Andy Samberg, and others to come and speak with us.

Actor Ted McGinley
The National Defense welcomes TV and film actor Ted McGinley to the show to discuss his long-running Hollywood career, which includes roles on soap operas such as “Married with Children” and the new season of “Shrinking” coming to Apple TV+. Randy and Ted discuss his career and the projects on the horizon and thank the men and women who put on the uniform of the U.S. Military.

Johnathan Frakes Supporting Pancreatic Cancer Research
We welcome our favorite “No. 1” in the Star Trek world, Johnathan Frakes, to the show to discuss his role as Commander William Riker in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and subsequent films and series. Johnathan is helping to support the “Trek Against Pancreatic Cancer” this weekend, and you can support his mission at Purplestride.org/TeamTrek

Joel Smallbone of For King and Country
Randy welcomes Joel Smallbone, half of the Christian Pop group For King and Country, and his new film, Unsung Hero, which Lionsgate is releasing, to the program. Randy and Joel chat about Joel’s work in recording and live touring and about this new film, which is based on his family’s story of coming to America.

Donny Osmond
We are joined by the entertainment dynamo known as Donny Osmond here on Celebrity Salute. Randy and Donny talk about Donny’s nearly 50-city summer tour coming somewhere near you, Donny’s history in the music and entertainment biz, and their personal history, no matter how uncomfortable, between the two.

Diamond Anniversary of the Ford Mustang
We welcome back Ford Archives and Brand Manager Ted Ryan to the program to discuss the 60th anniversary of the iconic Ford Mustang, which is being celebrated this week. Nate Herron and Ted talk about the landscape of the American auto industry six decades ago, the color schemes that were popular then, and much more in this segment that is sure to appeal to any gearhead.

Lisa Whelchel with MeTV
The National Defense welcomes “Facts of Life” actress and accomplished author Lisa Whelchel to the show to talk about the newest season of MeTV’s “Collector’s Call.” Lisa shares with Randy how the show looks inside the nostalgic world of personal collections, including some that are pretty bizarre.

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