National Defense Radio Show Archives
Celebrating 100 Years of Ford Engineering Laboratory
We welcome Ford Motor Company Audiovisual Archivist Shelby Long to the show to talk about the celebration of 100 years of a very special building that stands as a silent witness to the ingenuity and collaboration that shaped the world in which we drive. Nate Herron speaks with Shelby about The Ford Engineering Laboratory (FEL) in Dearborn, Michigan is not just a building, but a powerful symbol of innovation and a testament to Ford Motor Company’s commitment to adaptive reuse.
Co-Founder and Executive Director of SkillPointe
We welcome yet another champion of putting veterans into our workforce in the Co-Founder and Executive Director of SkillPointe, Alvin Townley, to the program. Alvin speaks with Randy Miller about why SkillPointe was created, how it works, and a salute to our partners at the Home Depot Foundation for their financial support of this great program.
Actor Ray Wise
We welcome an onscreen main-stay in Hollywood to the show, Ray Wise, to talk about his career onscreen and his new project “God’s Not Dead” where he plays the character Peter Kane. Ray and Randy talk bout the new film, as well as some of his memories from the sets of great shows like “Twin Peaks” and “Gilmore Girls.”
Onyx Pike: Ocean Pacific Realty Group
CEO of Ocean Pacific Realty Group, Onyx Pike, joins the show to talk about his company’s work in pairing property owners in California with military families that are seeking affordable rental housing. Onyx’s group has reached out to landlords around the area, with plans to expand into San Diego, who have excess inventory they are looking to support our military families with.
VA Undersecretary for Health Dr. Shareef Elnahal
We welcome Dr. Shareef Elnahal, the Undersecretary for Health at the Veterans Administration, to the program to give us an update and some much-needed good news about the VA and how the quality of care in the VA system has seen a marked improvement over the past two years. Randy and Dr. Elnahal discuss what went into this good news and what veterans can expect from their VA system in the future.
Investigative Reporter Lauren Collins
Randy Miller welcomes reporter Lauren Collins to the program to discuss her new three-part project, which highlights the story of a con man who posed as a serial killer expert in France over the course of many years. Lauren discusses the man, his deep and complicated backstory, and more.
Actor Giovanni Ribisi: Strange Darling
We welcome dramatic actor Giovanni Ribisi to the show to discuss his showbiz career and his brand new movie, “Strange Darling.” Randy and Giovanni discuss the project, some of his famous co-stars, and how his familial background influenced his path as one of Hollywood’s best actors.
Lucas Kunce
We welcome USMC veteran Lt. Col Lucas Kunce to the show to discuss his military service, his transition to civilian life, and why he decided to run for national office. Lucas also talks about his state fair run-in with the incumbent candidate and some more interesting stories about what it is like to seek office in today’s political climate.
Ford Bronco Sport Marketing Manager Mike Weller
We welcome yet another great guest from our partners at Ford Motor Company. Nate Herron speaks with Mike Weller, Ford Bronco Sport Marketing Manager, to the show. Nate and Mike talk about the Ford Bronco, its wide array of trim packages and accessories, the Bronco Off-Rodeo, and other events around the country.
Fred C Trump with All in the Family
We welcome Fred C. Trump, nephew of former president Donald Trump, to the show to discuss his new memoir about the Trump family: “All In the Family: The Trumps, and How We Got This Way.” Randy and Fred discuss the challenges of being a family member of a political candidate and president, why he decided to write the book, and much more.
Jerry Ferrara Bringing Us Throwbacks
We welcome Jerry Ferrara from HBO’s “Entourage” to the show to talk about his iconic role as Turtle on the show, turning over 20 this year. Randy and Jerry talk about the show and his new podcast “Throwbacks” along with Matt Leinart. Randy and Jerry discuss sports, the kickoff of the NFL season, the Cleveland Guardians, and more.
Sandra Lee: Blue Ribbon Baking Championship
We welcome Sandra Lee, the creator of Netflix’s “Blue Ribbon Baking Championship” and just a great person, to the show. Randy and Sandra talk about the show’s success, which is streaming on Netflix, and how nothing is quite as uniquely American as state fair food and the blue ribbon itself!
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