The National Defense Radio Show

“Real Life Nightmare” with Paul Holes on HLN

Randy welcomes Paul Holes, a retired cold case investigator who specialized in serial predator crimes who is known for his contributions to solving the Golden State Killer case using advanced methods of identifying the killer with DNA and genealogy technology. Since retiring in March 2018, Holes has contributed to books, television, and podcasts about the Golden State Killer and true crime. Randy and Paul discuss his new TV show “Real Life Nightmare” on HLN.

Forever Young Veterans Founder Diane Hight

We welcome the founder of Forever Young Veterans, Diane Hight, to the show to talk about her desire to give back to World War II veterans, her own father’s struggles coping following his time in theater, and how she realized how many of our veterans of all armed conflicts are suffering silently with trauma from their time in uniform. We also talk about some of the stories in her new book, and salute her for her work in improving the lives of all our veterans.

Comedian Kendra Cunningham Bringing the Funny with “Meatball Therapy”

We welcome the very funny lady, Kendra Cunningham, to talk about growing out of ones underwear (as an adult) her new special streaming pretty much everywhere, and more funny stories. Enjoy this very fun interview with the hilarious Kendra Cunningham.

Combating TBI and Spinal Cord Injury with NervGen Pharma’s Bill Radvak

In this segment, we welcome Bill Radvak, co-founder of NervGen Pharma, has been the CEO and director of multiple start-up companies, to talk about the work that NervGen Pharma is doing to help veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injuries suffered in the line of duty. Randy and Bill talk about the specifics of the advances made in treating these complicated injuries and more in this interesting segment.

Jane Seymour on The National Defense

We welcome the talented and stunning actress, Jane Seymour, to the program to talk about her father’s service in the Royal Air Force during World War II, her run in “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman,” her Acorn series “Harry Wild” in it’s second season, and how age is really just a number. You can find Jane in “The Christmas Spark” beginning November 27th on Lifetime.

”The Good Nurse” Amy Loughren on The National Defense

We welcome Amy Loughren, a real life hero and a central character in “The Good Nurse” which follows the real story of Charles Cullen, a prolific serial killer who killed possibly over a hundred patients in New Jersey and Pennsylvania before finally getting caught in the early 2000s, due in large part to her help. The movie is adapted from the 2013 book called The Good Nurse: A True Story of Medicine, Madness, and Murder, by journalist Charles Graeber. Amy’s story is now getting another look in the new Netflix series “Capturing the Killer Nurse.”

Lumen Technologies Scott Barnett

We welcome Scott Barnett, VP and General Manager of Lumen’s DoD sector. We discuss the new contract with the Department of Defense totaling $1.5 Billion for Defense Information Systems Network for the Asia-Pacific region. Randy and Scott discuss the 20 plus years of mission support that Lumen has offered the Department of Defense and what we can expect from their future.

Author Greg Wark with “The Warfighter’s Soul”

Randy welcomes author Greg Wark to the program to discuss his new book: The Warfighter’s Soul: Engaging in the Battle for the Warrior’s Soul.” This book explains the trauma and depression that attack veterans and offers proven strategies to combat this enemy. His book is for veterans, those who know a veteran, and those entering the military. It will prepare readers to face the unseen enemy that buries itself in a veteran’s soul.

Todd Skiles, Ryder’s Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Supply Chain Solutions

We welcome Army veteran and Ryder Logistics, Inc. Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Supply Chain Solutions, Todd Skiles, to the program. Randy and Todd discuss his Army career, and how Ryder appealed to his skillset in logistics. Ryder Logistics is making great strides to hire veterans. We salute Ryder for their efforts and for putting our veterans to work in great jobs!

Actor Denim Richards back with more of Paramount+’s “Yellowstone”

We welcome actor Denim Richards, who plays Colby on Paramount+’s smash hit “Yellowstone” to talk about the upcoming BRAND NEW season five of the series. Randy and Denim talk about the excitement surrnounding the show, this new season, working with Kevin Costner, and much more. Randy’s happy; “Yellowstone” is back!