National Defense Radio Show Archives
Scott Griffith from Paralyzed Veterans of America: Wisconsin
We welcome Scott Griffith from Paralyzed Veterans of America, Wisconsin Chapter, to the show to talk about his military service in the Army and the work that he does now to serve those who have suffered spinal cord injuries (SCI) while serving our country. The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation advocates for those dealing with SCI, including their Military and Veterans Program (MVP) in partnership with PVA.
Comedian and Actress Leanne Morgan
This week, we have a treat for you as we welcome comedienne and actress Leanne Morgan to the program! You may have seen Leanne on her Netflix special “I’m Every Woman,” we’re looking forward to her new book “What in the World” and her upcoming sitcom! Randy and Leanne are both Knoxville natives, and you’ll feel the love and be laughing at this segment.
Actress Katie Sackhoff on The National Defense
We welcome one of our favorite actresses, the star of Battlestar Galactica, Longmire, The Mandalorian, and many more great shows, Katie Sackhoff, to the show! Katie is also hosting a brand new podcast, The Sackhoff Show. Randy and Katie talk about the show, UFOs (or whatever we’re calling them now), and much more.
Luis Elizando: Former Head of Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program
We welcome Luis Elizando to the show to share some unknown things that few people have seen in the night sky. Luis educates us on classified materials, advanced technology, and why the term UFO is now outdated. If the topic interests you, Luis has a new book, “Imminent: Inside the Pentagon’s Hunt for UFOs,” that you should check out.
Lincoln Navigator Spokesperson Megan McKinsey
Your “new center of gravity,” the 2025 Lincoln Navigator, is about to be unveiled to the general public. Nate Herron speaks with Megan McKinsey, the Lincoln Navigator’s communications director, on the show to discuss this new rolling “spa on wheels” that includes an integrated scent generator!
Kelly Hansen Lead Singer of Foreigner on The National Defense
Randy welcomes Foreigner’s lead singer, Kelly Hansen, to the radio show to discuss his musical career and the upcoming “Renegades and Jukebox Heroes Tour” that Foreigner is taking on the road with Styx. Kelly also discusses some of the new items that accompany this new tour and much more.
Sky Borgman with American Murder: Laci Peterson on Netflix
We welcome Sky Borgman to the program to discuss the two decades-old murder case that gripped the nation: the death of pregnant Laci Peterson. Randy and Sky talk about the convicted murderer, Scott Peterson, who maintains his innocence, what type of information she uncovered that was yet unknown to the American public, and much more.
Aasiv Mandvi with Evil on Paramount
We welcome actor and comedian Aasiv Mandvi to the show to discuss the third and final season of the paranormal thriller series on Paramount+, “Evil.” Randy and Aasiv discuss the show, what separates it from other works in the suspense and horror genre, and some tales from his time as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show.”
VFW National Commander Al Lipphardt Condemns Former President
We welcome the National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Al Lipphardt, to discuss former President Trump’s comparison of the value of the Medal of Honor to the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Randy and Al discuss the comments, their sheer idiocy, and how the VFW has condemned the asinine words of a former Commander in Chief.
Actor Aleks Paunovic
We welcome actor Aleks Paunovic to The National Defense to discuss his return to the final season of the incredible series Snowpiercer. Randy and Aleks discuss the show, Aleks’ new line of water, and many other topics.
Trainer Jillian Michaels Keeping It Real
We welcome back Jillian Michaels to the program to talk about her brand new show “Keeping It Real with Jillian Michaels” to The National Defense. She talks about what people can expect from the show, the current health issues she sees around our country, and much more.
Comedian and NBC LA Meteorologist Fritz Coleman
We welcome our kind of Renaissance man, Fritz Coleman, to the program to talk about his time entertaining our seaman as a broadcaster in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and how that launched his career as one of the most recognizable faces of West Coast weathermen. Fritz has expanded his repertoire to standup comedy, and he talks with Randy about his new specials and more.
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