National Defense Radio Show Archives
Luke Russert
We welcome journalist and author Luke Russert to the program. We talk about his career in journalism, his late father, Tim Russert, and his new book Look For Me There, a travel book detailing his travels to over 60 countries around the world. Randy and Luke talk about how the book was borne out of his travel journals and how Luke discovered something about his father and himself while processing his grief.
Jon Voight
We welcome the legendary Hollywood actor Jon Voight to the show to talk about his long-running career in Hollywood. We chat about his new film, Mercy, in select theatres now, digitally on May 19th, and On Demand in early June. Mercy tells the story of an ex-military doctor that finds herself in a deadly battle for survival when the Irish mafia seizes control of a hospital where she works. The film co-stars Leah Gibson and Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and we can’t wait to see it.
Gretchen Sauer
We are joined by Gretchen Sauer, Ford Ranger Raptor Marketing Manager, to talk about the release of the new 2024 Raptor, the history of the Raptor, her job, and what people can expect when they slip behind the wheel of the Ranger Raptor. It’s a highly versatile vehicle, both on and OFF road, and Gretchen gives us all the details.
Joe Gatto
We welcome star of Impractical Jokers, Joe Gatto, to the show to talk about the over 300 episodes of the hit series on TRU TV. Joe is also a year into his first solo tour of stand up comedy, “Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy.” Check out cannoliproductions.com/tour to see where you can laugh at Joe near you.
Robin Taylor Zander
We welcome Robin Taylor Zander, son of Cheap Trick’s Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Robin Wayne Zander, to the show. We talk about his career as a musician and lead guitarist for his Dad’s band, as well as the release of his debut solo album “The Distance.” We’ve listened to the single “What Am I To Do” and agree it’s definitely worth a listen.
Dave Barry
We welcome one of our favorite writers, Dave Barry, to the show to talk about his career and life living in the great state of Florida. Dave has a new book, “Swamp Story: A Novel” where he details various exploits of “Florida Man” and how his life has influenced his incredible writing style.
Clint Black
We welcome the legendary country music singer and songwriter Clint Black to the show to talk about his life and his career. Randy and Clint discuss some stories from their past as well as his talk show, now entering into it’s fourth season, “Talking in Circles with Clint Black.” Born out of the pandemic, Clint has taken his personable style and turned it into a great talk show that you really need to check out.
Major James Capers
We welcome a true American hero, Major James Capers. We discuss his HIGHLY decorated time serving in the United State Marine Corps along with the director of a new biopic illustrating his life: Ashley Cusato. “Major Capers: The Legend of Team Broadminded”, is an honest and unflinching documentary that portrays the extraordinary true life story of Major James Capers, Jr., an American hero, who persevered through adversity during a time of civil unrest.
Tom Warner
We welcome Tom Warner, who is sharing his story of being twice abducted by a UFO when he was a young 10-year-old boy. Tom has written a memoir of his experience in the book, “Beyond the Stars”, and was featured in the 2020 Netflix Series Unsolved Mysteries “Berkshires UFO.” His story is being adapted for a major motion picture, and his story is really something.
Vice Admiral William French
We welcome Retired Navy Vice Admiral William French, CEO & President of the Armed Services YMCA, to the program to talk about the ASYMCA and its long history of supporting military families. Randy and Bill discuss the role that the ASYMCA has played in enriching the lives of children and caring for kids whose parents are on the clock or on duty. For more information, visit www.ASYMCA.org
Rob Yang
We welcome, Rob Yang, star of the new Paramount+ Kiefer Sutherland vehicle “Rabbit Hole” to the program. We talk about his role as Edward Homm in this smart and tightly written drama. Randy and Rob talk about his own role as well as what it is like to work with Kiefer Sutherland as well as the very different character he portrayed on the HBO series “Succession.” Check out the great series, “Rabbit Hole” on Paramount+.
John Hoogenakker
We welcome actor John Hoogenakker, star of the Showtime Limited Series “Waco: The Aftermath” as we mark the 30-year anniversary of the Mt. Carmel raid and resultant loss of life at the Branch Davidian compound in the 1990s. Randy and John discuss their own memories of the events unfolding, and how the documentary captures a flashpoint in homegrown radicalism and terrorism.
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