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We welcome Marlon Wayans, star of “In Living Color,” the “Scary Movie” franchise, and much more to the program to talk about his nationwide stand-up comedy tour. Randy and Marlon talk about how much his family formed and shaped his performer sensibility, the production of “Scary Movie 6,” and much more.

National Defense Radio Show

The National Defense Radio Show has been heard on more than a hundred radio stations across the United States and the 400+ overseas Armed Forces Radio Networks around the globe. The Armed Forces Network reaches more than one million American service men and women, DOD, civilians, and their families on every military base, outpost and all ships at sea.

The weekly show has consisted of a combination of celebrity interviews, executive interviews, and discussions with political and news figures, delivering content that entertains, informs and supports those that serve and have served our country.

The show is hosted by Randy Miller a 25 year broadcast veteran having hosted shows in Pittsburgh, Atlanta, San Diego, Cincinnati and Kansas City. Randy is the recipient of multiple broadcasting awards including “Air Personality of the Year” from Billboard Magazine and the Radio Music Awards.

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Phil Rosenthal

We welcome back Phil Rosenthal, creator of “Everybody Loves Raymond” and many other great projects, to the show to talk about his newest cookbook “Phil’s Favorites,” which has collected some of people’s favorite recipes from the last few seasons of “Somebody Feed Phil.” Randy and Phil talk about tuna fish sandwiches, their favorite recipes, and more.

Mitch Albom

We welcome back Mitch Albom to The National Defense to talk about his columns in the Detroit Free Press, his books, and his new release, “Twice.” The book chronicles a man who, at eight years old, discovers the magical ability to get a second chance at everything. He can undo it at any moment and live it again. The one catch: he must accept the consequences of his second try—for better or worse.

Eric Roberts

We welcome back actor Eric Roberts, star of stage and screen, to The National Defense to discuss his storied Hollywood career, the projects he is currently working on, and the release of his new film “Sallywood,” available now on all streaming platforms.

Brian Fox

We welcome painter and artist Brian Fox to the program to talk about his life and career as an accomplished artist, as well as the unveiling of his new exhibition: “Valley of the Shadow: The Cost of Walking with Death.” The collection presents powerful portraits that honor combat veterans and explore the emotional impact of war. Through expressive detail, Fox reflects on courage, sacrifice, and the lasting cost of service.

Brad Gilmore

We welcome multimedia journalist and author, Brad Gilmore, to the show to talk about his new children’s book, “There’s Something Really Great About a Grandma.” Randy and Brad talk about Brad’s native Houston, air travel, and how he came to write this book.

Roman Esquibel

We welcome military veteran, VFW member, and 2025 Truck Driver of the Year from Ryder, Roman Esquibel, to the show to talk about how he came to be known as one of the best truck drivers in the country. Over the past 35 years, Roland Esquibel has driven more than 2.3 million miles delivering Acme Brick. Today, he makes those deliveries in a Ryder System uniform, and Ryder has just recognized him as one of its three Drivers of the Year.

Bear Handlon

We welcome back our favorite Navy Seal/Yale Linebacker, Bear Handlon to the show to talk about an incredible initiative to erase 5 Million dollars in medical debt, which more than DOUBLED that total amount, and this year they are partnering with Black Rifle Coffee Company to raise 25 MILLION DOLLARS to wipe out medical debt for veterans in need. Thanks to Born Primitive and Black Rifle Coffee Company for their continued support our those who have served our country.

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