National Defense Radio Show Archives
Robin Actor Burt Ward on The National Defense
Next year will be the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show “Batman and Robin” and we are joined by the Boy Wonder himself, actor Burt Ward. Burt and Randy talk about how he got the part of Robin, how his suit was stolen by some pranksters at Harvard, as well as his Gentle Giant line of Dog Food.
Director and Producer Andy Erwin from Kingdom Pictures
We welcome back Andy Erwin from Kingdom Story Company to talk about the completion of the first season of his podcast “The Storytellers” recently featuring actor Mel Gibson (a TWO HOUR episode!) Randy and Andy talk about the interview, other podcast episodes, and what we can expect to see on the screen from Kingdom Story Company in the near future.
Actress Sarah Jeffery with Netflix The Six Triple Eight
Almost a century after the end of World War II, new stories about the quiet heroism of everyday individuals continue to come to light. Tyler Perry is tackling the war with his latest film, “The Six Triple Eight,” which is the story of the war’s only Women’s Army Corps unit of color. It stars Kerry Washington and our guest, Sarah Jeffery. Sarah and Randy talk about the project, how she became involved, and what people can expect from this gripping tale of heroism and perseverance during World War II.
Celebrating Ford Motor Company’s Support of local Police Officers
Nate Herron welcomes Ford Heritage Brand Manager, historian Ted Ryan, to the show. This week, Nate and Ted talk about the upcoming anniversary of the Ford Motor Company. In 2025, Ford will celebrate its 75th anniversary of producing vehicles for law enforcement.
Comedian David Alan Grier
We welcome one of our all-time favorite comedic actors, Tony Award-winning thespian David Alan Grier, to the show. David and Randy Miller discuss his turn as a doctor on the new NBC series “St. Denis,” including his life, career, retirement, and more.
Actor Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll with “Ghosts of Panama”
As we get ready to recognize the 35th Anniversary of Operation Just Cause in Panama, we are thrilled to welcome back actor Mark Harmon and his technical advisor for “NCIS” Leon Carroll to talk about their new book “Ghosts of Panama.”
Marshall Banks from Fisher House Foundations
We take any opportunity we can to celebrate Fisher House’s mission and work and its incredible Fisher House Foundation. We welcome Marshall Banks, the director of community relations for Fisher House Foundation, to the show. Marshall and Randy discuss the over $20 MILLION in scholarships that have been awarded over the years and what is yet to come.
“Twilight Zone Companion” Author Marc Scott Zicree
Celebrating the 100th Birthday of Rod Serling, the creator of the “Twilight Zone,” we welcome author and historian Marc Scott Zicree to the show. Marc is the author of the “Twilight Zone Companion,” now in its 3rd edition of print. SciFi is hosting a Twilight Zone marathon over the New Year’s holiday.
Cake Boss Buddy Valastro Jr
We welcome the Cake Boss, Buddy Valastro, to the show to promote his new show, Buddy’s Holiday Recipe Rumble, on Hulu! Two families square off in the kitchen to see whose family’s recipes reign supreme.
The Office’s Brian Baumgartner The Night Before Christmas at Dunder Mifflin
We welcome actor Brian Baumgartner, Kevin from NBC’s “The Office,” to discuss the development of holiday traditions surrounding the popular television series. He also discusses how the background development of the Office books has taken shape and the work that went into that process.
Singer Robin Thicke on The National Defense
We welcome singer Robin Thicke, host of “The Masked Singer” on FOX, to the show to discuss the season finale (NO SPOILERS), the future of the series, and his own life and career.
Comedian Trey Kennedy on The National Defense
“How You Got Your Name” is the new book by one of our favorite internet comedians, Trey Kennedy. Randy and Trey talk about some of his new material, touring, family life, and what people can expect from his really great new book.
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