The National Defense Radio Show

Jon Tenney with “American Classic” on MGM

We welcome one of the stars of the new MGM series “American Classic,” Jon Tenney, to the show to talk about this really funny new show.  The show revolves around a narcissistic Broadway star returning to his hometown after a public meltdown and deciding to save his family-run theatre by directing and starring in a production of a great American classic.  Make sure to check out this great cast, including Kevin Kline, Laura Linney, Tony Shalhoub, all alongside Jon.

Kalina Silverman “Big Talk"

Kalina Silverman does not mince her words! The author of “Big Talk: Skipping Small Talk to Make Meaningful Connections Across Humanity,” will tell you all about the book, why she decided to start up this project and this movement, and the value of making connections in our daily lives.

Mark Schmitz, Founder of The Freedom 13

The National Defense is honored to welcome a Gold-Star father and the founder of The Freedom 13, Mark Schmitz, to the show. Mark and Jaclyn Schmitz started The Freedom 13 to honor and remember their son, Lance Corporal Jared M. Schmitz, as well as the 12 other veterans who lost their lives on Aug. 26, 2021, during a suicide bombing at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.  The project’s goal is to open a recreational camp in every state, each with 13 homes — one for a veteran property manager and 12 for visiting veterans, police officers, and their families, honoring those lost in the Kabul tragedy.

John Hall, CEO of the Defense Commissary Agency

The National Defense is proud to welcome a man who has spent nearly his entire life in service to our Nation and to the members of our military: John Hall.  John is the Defense Commissary Agency's Director and Chief Executive Officer. As DeCA's Director and CEO, and oversees the operations of a global agency with annual sales of over $4.4 billion and employing more than 14,000 people at 235 commissaries across 45 states and 13 countries.  A lot of great information in this segment for those who utilize the commissary system.

Hoarding Expert Matt Paxton with “Filthy Fortunes”

Matt Paxton swings by to talk about his unique career as a hoarding expert. Matt is one of the top experts in cleaning, downsizing, decluttering, and hoarding in the country. He has been featured on A&E's “Hoarders” and is now taking his talents to the Discovery Channel for the second season of the great series, “Filthy Fortunes.”  Randy and Matt talk about some of the junk they have, as well as some insight into what filthy fortunes they have discovered.

Ancient Aliens’ Giorgio Tsoukalos

We welcome back Giorgio Tsoukalos to the program to talk about what else? Aliens! Randy and Giorgio talk about the latest word on extraterrestrial life, as well as look forward to their two LIVE shows coming to two hives of bizarre activity: Washington D.C. on Feb. 26th, and beautiful Santa Fe, NM on April 25th. The ninety-minute live experience celebrates the long-running program Ancient Aliens on The HISTORY Channel and features Giorgio, along with additional experts from the field.

Actor Dylan Walsh as David Hollander on HBO’s “Heated Rivalry”

We welcome actor Dylan Walsh to the show to talk about one of the most talked-about series on television, HBO’s “Heated Rivalry.” Randy and Dylan talk about the unassuming show, the great writing, and how the reaction has really just blown everyone he encounters away.

Daniel Roebuck with “Hail Mary” on The National Defense

We welcome Daniel Roebuck, who wrote, directs, and stars in a new film coming out on February 27th: “Hail Mary.” Randy discusses the film with Daniel, a tale about a nun who finds an angry loner in need of redemption and leads him to his atonement by conning him into creating a football team for her Catholic School.

The 10th Season of “Bar Rescue” on Paramount+ with Jon Taffer

We welcome back a long-time friend of the show, Jon Taffer, to the program to talk about the success of his long-running reality show “Bar Rescue.”  Jon and Randy discuss the show, it’s incredible 10th season mark, as well as a look at the brand new Taffer’s Browned Butter Bourbon.

Gold Miner Juan Ibarra

We welcome Jaun Ibarra to promote the 2 hour special of the newest season of Discovery’s “Gold Rush: Mine Rescue with Freddy & Juan.” Gold recovery experts Freddy Dodge and Juan Ibarra, help struggling miners by improving their wash plants and scouting for better ground on their claims.