The National Defense Radio Show

Asleigh Banfield from NewsNation on The National Defense

We welcome Ashleigh Banfield from NewsNation to the program to catch up with her on her new show, her new network, and her great new podcast.  Randy and Ashleigh talk about the return of the long-form interview, the news stories that she is currently following, and much more.

Dana Perino from FOX News on The National Defense

We welcome back FOX News host Dana Perino to the show to talk to us about the current state of the world, her work on FOX News, and the release of her great new book “I Wish Someone Had Told Me…” which is a page-turning guide on how to build a great career and meaningful life.

Home Depot Expanding It’s Military Exchange Program

We welcome Home Depot’s eCommerce Vice President, Reilly Upton, to the show to discuss the Home Depot’s Military Exchange Program, which initially sold select items online to the Army, Air Force, and Navy Exchanges, but have now expanded to nearly any item that you can find at your local Home Depot store.  Reilly and Randy go through some of the details, as well as the reasoning behind why Home Depot continues to offer items Tax Free, and in some cases with a 10% discount.  Thanks to the Home Depot Foundation for the unwavering support for our military and veteran communities.

Chip Lupo from WalletHub

We welcome Chip Lupo from WalletHub to discuss the best and worst states and regions of the country for military retirees.  Chip fills Randy in on the methodology that WalletHub uses to make this annual determination, what surprises they encountered in the most recent survey, and more.

Founder of Honor And Remember, George Lutz

We welcome the founder of Honor And Remember, George Lutz, to the program to talk about the difficult story of the death of his son while serving our country.  On December 29, 2005, George Anthony Lutz II (Tony) was killed by a sniper’s bullet while he was on patrol in Fallujah, Iraq.  George talks about the Corporal’s life and service, and how the loss of his son led him and his family to found this group that works to honor every fallen service member, but to also commit to focus on the enduring sacrifice of every family member left behind.

Talking Cher with Music Historian and Author Annie Zaleski

We welcome writer and historian Annie Zaleski to the show to talk about the life and career of Cher; chronicled in her great new book “I’ve Got You Babe” available in bookstores now.  Randy and Annie discuss Cher’s life, how little most people know of her background and history, as well as some fascinating nuggets that readers can expect to find in her great new book.

Comedian Tom Papa Brings Us His Newest Book “You’re Doing Great”

We welcome comedian Tom Papa back to the show yet once again to talk about his comedy tour, the rise of the Southern comedian, and his great new book “You’re Doing Great…And Other Reasons to Stay Alive.”  We always love having Tom on the show, and this week is no different.

Actress Lena Hall from Apple TV's “Friends and Neighbors”

We welcome lauded actress, singer, and song-writer, Lena Hall to the show to talk about the release of her new E.P.  “Songs From Your Friends & Neighbors” released April 25, as well as her character and role in Apple TV+'s great new series starring Jon Hamm.

Peter Van Sant with “Trained to Kill: The Dog Trainer, the Heiress and the Bodyguard”

We welcome CBS News journalist Peter Van Sant to the program to talk about a limited-release podcast that Randy is absolutely SALIVATING to listen to: “Trained to Kill: The Dog Trainer, the Heiress and the Bodyguard.”  Randy and Peter discuss the story detailed in the podcast, the challenge of naming a work like this, and much more in this great interview.

Wild Story with Tyson Wrensch from “True Crime Presents: American Hustlers”

We feature yet another GREAT sounding podcast, “True Crime Presents: American Hustlers,” on the show this week and speak with Tyson Wrensch about a wild story of identity theft, long cons, and murder.  Randy and Tyson talk about how the con was discovered, the steps Tyson took to reclaim what had been taken from him, and how the experience turned him into a dogged investigator.