National Defense Radio Show Archives
Documentarian Ken Burns on The National Defense
We welcome back acclaimed documentary filmmaker, Ken Burns, to the show. This week, Ken is giving us a preview of his newest series, one that covers something predating American history, the story of Leonardo DaVinci. Randy and Ken discuss what sparked Ken’s first non-American subject matter, what he learned, and how you can enjoy this great piece.
David Herrera President of Norwegian Cruise Line
The National Defense is proud to welcome National Guard veteran and President of Norwegian Cruise Lines, David Herrera, to our show! Randy and David talk about his time serving in our military, and how that experience has informed his daily duties leading N.C.L.
Comedian Tom Papa Returns with Home Free
We welcome back one of our favorite comedians: Tom Papa! Tom has released a new special entitled “Home Free” on Netflix, and he and Randy talk about how transitioning to an empty-nester has affected them both. Tom describes the challenge of pretending to be sad that his kids have moved out, as well as some fun stories.
Host of Great Ones Podcast: Susie Abromeit
Randy Miller welcomes Susie Abromeit, the host of the new podcast series “Great Ones” to the show. She and Randy talk about her time on the show “Jessica Jones” for Marvel, and the accompanying USO Tours, as well as what folks can hear about on the great new pod “Great Ones” available wherever you get your podcasts.
Singing Coach to the Stars, Eric Vetro on The National Defense
We welcome the vocal coach to the stars, Eric Vetro, to the show to talk about his lifelong career as a vocal coach for some of the highest-profile singers and actors in the entertainment industry. Randy and Eric talk about the long list of people he has worked with and his new venture in conjunction with the BBC to help teach YOU to be a better performer at home.
Singer/Songwriter Charlsey Miller with Boo Hoo
Randy welcomes one of his favorite guests, probably the only guest we have on the show he’s genetically responsible for (we think) his daughter, singer and songwriter Charlsey Miller. With Halloween parties still going strong into early November, we feature a couple of Charlsey’s songs, including the entertaining and spooooooooky “Boo Hoo.”
Rob Chadwick on The National Defense
We sit down for an in-depth interview on security with Rob Chadwick, an accomplished federal law enforcement officer and training leader who has served as the Director of Education and Training for Delta Defense and the USCCA. He is the former head of the Tactical Training Program at the FBI Academy and served as an Agent-In-Charge of the protective detail for U.S. Attorney General William P. Barr.
Damon Wayans Sr
We welcome the hilarious actor, comedian, and entertainer Damon Wayans Sr. to the show to talk about his life, career, and acting alongside his son on CBS’ “Poppa’s House.” Randy and Damon talk about the show, Damon’s career, and much more.
Bill Sheehy, AMPV Program Director at BAE Systems, Inc
Two massive pieces of artillery from BAE Systems, Inc. loomed large over the AUSA Conference. Randy welcomed BAE’s AMPV Program Director Bill Sheehy to the show to talk about his company’s impressive products and give a little walking tour of these massive defense machines.
AM General LIVE from AUSA Conference : Jim Cannon
Jim Cannon, the CEO of AM General, joins the show to discuss their 150-year history of providing transportation systems for the American military. Randy gets the scoop on AM General, from carts to Humvees to their new JLTV-A2.
Hypori President and CEO Jared Shepard
We welcome Army veteran, President, and CEO of Hypori, Jared Shepard, to the show to discuss the role of mobile devices’ security in the field. Department of Defense and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) personnel require the ability to access their enterprise apps and data securely, and Hypori provides zero-trust secure access to DOD data and apps from any mobile device, guarantees user privacy, and reduces liability and security risks while empowering staff worldwide from their devices.
Scott D. Thompson SmartShooter Inc.
The National Defense welcomes Scott Thompson, VP and GM for U.S. Operations for SmartShooter Inc., from the AUSA Conference. SmartShooter develops state-of-the-art Fire Control Systems for small arms that significantly increase weapon accuracy and lethality when engaging static and moving targets on the ground and in the air, day and night.
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