National Defense Radio Show Archives
World’s Most Famous Groupie, Pamela Des Barres
We welcome the world’s most famous groupie and the host of Pamela’s Pajama Party, Pamela Des Barres, to the program to talk about her fascinating life. Randy and Pamela do some name-checking on all the famous folk she has rubbed up against in the music industry and much more in this segment.
Kevin Emore
We welcome the newly installed and first Executive Director of MilitaryConnected.org, Kevin Emore, to the program to talk about a wide range of topics, including his military service, his time playing on the West Point Hockey team, playing golf in Kenya, and most importantly, what MilitaryConnected.org does to help place our veterans into good paying and rewarding careers.
Wounded Warrior Project Julie Oares
With news that inflation is improving in North America, we welcome Wounded Warrior Project’s Associate Director of Financial Readiness, Julie Oares, to the show to talk about the ongoing financial strain families are seeing, especially at the grocery stores. Thanks to the Wounded Warrior Project for their continued work in studying and providing solutions to military families.
Singer Chris Thompson
Randy welcomes vocalist and musician Chris Thompson to the show to discuss his time performing with Manfred Mann, especially the smash hit “Blinded By the Light” in this segment. Randy and Chris talk about the reception of the revved-up hit and some of the new music he is releasing.
Bill Oakley With the 2023 “Steamy Awards”
We welcome back Bill Oakley, writer for The Simpsons, who started the Steamy Awards to break down the newest fast food and snack trends that 2023 brought us. There are no steamed hams on this year’s list, but Bill gives us just a peek at the Top 10 awards for the year.
Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson of “Married to Real Estate”
Randy talks with Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson about the upcoming 3rd season of their show on HGTV, “Married to Real Estate.” In this segment, they talk about the real estate markets in Georgia, Randy’s attempts to sell properties, terra-cotta, and learning trades.
NY Times Best Selling Author and History Channel Host Brad Meltzer
We welcome history buff, author, host, and self-professed nerd, Brad Meltzer to the show to discuss the most recent addition to his “I Am…” series with a program based on Ruth Bader Ginsberg. Randy talks with Brad about how the series started, his process of putting together these great biographies, and much more.
Actor Jon Voight and “The Painter”
We welcome back Oscar-award winning actor Jon Voight to the show to talk about his life and career, and his new movie “The Painter.” Randy and Jon discuss the film, President’s throwing out first pitches, and much more in this great segment.
Actor Jon Cryer and NBC’s “Extended Family”
The National Defense is happy to welcome actor Jon Cryer to the show to talk about his new show on NBC: “Extended Family.” The show centers on a family who goes through an amicable divorce, and all of the tenderness and hilarity that can ensue.
Nutritionist Mitzi Dulan
We welcome Mitzi Dulan to the show, America’s Nutrition Expert, who has inspired millions to lose weight and get fit. Randy and Mitzi talk about her Protein Balls, her work with Championship teams in Major League Baseball and the National Football League and much more.
Mona Kosar Abdi Breaking Down the Golden Globes
Randy welcomes Mona Kosar Abdi to talk about the recent Golden Globes awards in this segment. As movies and television shows weather work stoppages, Mona talks Randy through just a few of the categories and good stories that came from the event.
Veteran Golfers Association’s Josh Peyton
We welcome back Josh Peyton the program to talk about the growth of his great veteran service organization, Veteran Golfers Association. Randy and Josh talk about the VGA, how it differs from the VA’s program with the PGA, and how you can get involved in supporting veterans or yourself through the game of golf.
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