The National Defense Radio 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, Comedian, Author 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.”

Harris Faulkner on The National Defense

We welcome the host of FOX News's "The Faulkner Focus" and "Outnumbered" to the show to talk with Randy about her career, the current state of American politics and discourse, and, since she worked in K.C., barbecue. Randy and Harris also discuss the parallels between the United States' withdrawal from Vietnam and Afghanistan. Harris is the anchor of FOX News Channel's "The Faulkner Focus" (weekdays, 11 AM/ET) and co-host of "Outnumbered" (weekdays, noon/ET).

Josh McConkey with “Be The Weight Behind the Spear”

We welcome Air Force veteran and emergency room MD Josh McConkey to the program to discuss his military career and his thoughts on the current state of the American health care system's combat against the scourge of fentanyl overdoses. Randy and Josh also discuss his book on leadership 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.

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.

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.

William Shatner Returns to The National Defense

We welcome the one and only, the genuine article, William Shatner back to the show! This week, Randy and William discuss his upcoming tour with the newly restored “Wrath of Khan” coming to a city near you, Shatner’s phone(s) situation, and Captain Kirk’s appearance on the Tori Spelling podcast.

Manfred Westphal with “The Fixer”

We welcome Manfred Westphal, a fascinating guest with a great new book, “The Fixer: Moguls, Mobsters, Movie Stars, and Marilyn,” to the show. This project, which took over three decades to complete, details some of the investigations and scandals surrounding some of Hollywood’s most elite.

Criminal Profiler Candice DeLong with “Natural Selection” Podcast

Retired FBI Criminal Profiler Candice DeLong is back on the show to discuss her fascinating new 10-part podcast from Tree Fort Media,”Natural Selection: Scott v. Wild Bill,” which revolves around the tale of William “Wild Bill” Holbert. Randy and Candice discuss the podcast, how it’s overtaken Randy’s life, and what people can expect from this limited-episode podcast.