Ron Van Dam Show

3/22/23 History Smistory & SATs

Ron takes a look at the SATs and how absurd that test can be, especially when it comes to the history portion...... Guest: Dr. Elizabeth Breau "History According To SAT"

3/21/23 Ron’s Vagina Monologue

Ron talks about garbage truck technology, words that you shouldn't spell easily, the good and the bad of everything, generation gaps, pill prostitution, I saw what I saw, devolving quickly, occupational hazards, Bruce Springstein, and so much more.

3/20/23 Greedy People

Ron devotes this episode to a discussion with his guest, co-author Rob Docters "Ethics & Hidden Greed"

3/17/23 Happy Alcohol Day

Ron takes a look at how we celebrate holidays, usually with alcohol.... Guest: National Geographic team editor Emily Fego "Fact-tastic"

3/16/23 Lazy Bastards

Ron realizes that society and technology are making us all dangerously lazy.............. Guest: National Beauty Expert Renee Lauren

3/15/23 Gambling, Zero Sugar Substitutes, & Social Media

The title says it all. It's a not so subtle concern.... Guest: Dr. Ibrahim talks about dinosaurs

3/14/23 Makeup Hell; Pi Day

Ron takes a look at how women get over indulged with makeup, like circus clowns. Also, it's Pi Day, or whatever...... Guest: Kitty Chaney Reed talks about women executives
 
 

3/13/23 Wandering Jew?

Ron looks at some awkward names for things..... Guest: George R. Stevens is a Producer, Director, and Founder of The American Film Institute "My Place in The Sun: Life in the Golden Age of Hollywood and Washington"
 
 
 

3/10/23 Created Equal? Not Above The Law? Seriously?

Ron has serious questions about "All Men Are Created Equal" and "Noboby Is Above The Law"... Seriously? It's a hypocritical festival..... Guest: Dr. Mark Limosani about fearing root canal

3/9/23 Non Existant Things

Ron looks at oyster crackers, chicken fingers, memberships, erectile pills, and failed democracy. That should keep him busy.... Guest: Dr. Julie Gatza about this gluten thing

3/8/23 Take A Hint

Ron hits various topics as he makes a very important point: Stacker Quad Burgers; Not America's Favorite; Egos Out Of Control; Hope You Enjoyed Your Democracy...... Guest: Dr. Stephen Ridella about automobile recalls

3/7/23 Whining Bastards; Vampire Bugs

Ron deals with things that bother him. So what else is new? He needs to spray for mosquitoes and the zoo in his backyard. Ron also visits a winery with chickens ..... Guest: Matthew Fray "This Is How Your Marriage Ends"

3/6/23 You’d Better Watch Out

Ron talks about how the world is out to scam you, as fraud cases have increased substantially..... Guest: author William Anderson "The Price of Perfect" about racism

3/3/23 Arguing With A Robot

Ron is frustrated when he calls customer service and ends up arguing with a robot voice system. He also comments on a $50 scratch ticket and his confusion with Comcast...... Guest: Jim Koch is the founder of Samuel Adams Beer

3/2/23 Unethical Greedy Bastards

Ron spends this episode with Author Rob Docters "Ethics & Hidden Greed"

3/1/23 Don’t Touch My Hot Dog

Ron is glad that baseball is getting a time clock, even though he doesn't really care..... Guest: Veterinarian Jeff Werber about dog allergies

2/28/23 Artificial Sweeteners From Hell

Ron takes a look at harmful artificial sweeteners....... Guest: Graphic Novelist Andrew Howell "Beyond!"

2/27/23 Lab Coats Make Them Experts; Can’t Sleep

Ron looks at stupid lab coat experts in mattress stores. He also doesn't understand the ATF thing.... Guest: National Geographic's Erika Engelhaupt "Gory Details"

2/24/23 No Buffets & No Salad Bars; Bad News

Ron complains that there are no more salad bars or buffets where he lives. He also can't handle the news anymore, or at least doesn't want to.... Guest: Sandy Rogers "Cracking The Code To Customer Devotion"

2/23/23 Tiktok Trash

Ron slams the tiktok thing and social media... Guest: Author Craig Taylor "New Yorkers"

2/22/23 What Is Good Is Probably Bad; Filet Mignon Dog Food?

Ron hears conflicting reports on the benefits of drinking red wine, which confuses him. Then, he wonders how many things that are supposedly good for you....are actually bad. Ron also questions filet mignon flavored dog food. Really?..... Guest: Crystal with eagles.org

2/21/23 Brady’s Jersey; 50 Cent; Slots

Ron explores things that make no sense. He looks at Brady's jersey on the wall of a restaurant, 50 Cent's inflation name, and Slutomania (spell check is Slotomania)..... Guest: Susie Vybiral talks about the Woman of Worth nominations

2/20/23 Love & Marriage & Envy

Ron finds that the grass is always greener on the other side, which is a horrible landscaping analogy for being envious...By the way, it's Presidents Day for some reason........ Guest: Author Ronna Wineberg "Artifacts & Other Stories" about marriage relationships

2/17/23 I Thought Elon Musk Was An After Shave Lotion

Ron doesn't understand how self driving cars can ever be a "thing"...... Guest: Alison Bonds is an investment expert

2/16/23 Drive-Thru Hell

Ron takes a look at drive-thru fast food and the hell that is frequently a result.

2/15/23 Spelling Out Baby Talk 101

Ron takes a hard look at adults who use baby talk and spell out words so the kids can't figure it out.  He also reviews the stupid holiday schedule..... Guest: Author Claire Macintosh "I See You"

2/14/23 A Sarcastic Man’s Guide To Love Day

Ron may be sarcastic at times, but this seems to fit nicely for Valentine's Day. He also wonders why houses and rooms on TV and in movies are always depicted as being immaculate. In real life, it's usually the opposite...... Guest: Relationship Expert & Author M.E. Sims "A Little Bit of Pleasure"

2/13/23 Valentine’s Day Pre-Game Show

Ron talks about the upcoming nationally created holiday that forces you to show affection accordingly, if that applies to your current relationship status..... Guest: Dr. Donnica Moore talks about painful sex

2/10/23 Don’t Look In The Mirror

Ron wakes up stiff, but not in a good way. Also, the mirror is not your friend. It is  psycologically destructive. How do you handle someone with verbal diarrhea? These questions and many more are oddly answered in this episode.

2/9/23 OMG, I’m Turning Into My Parents

Ron remembers some of the things his parents said to him when he was a teenager. All of a sudden, they have become true........... Guest: Comedian Bill Engvall talks seriously about getting a prostate exam

2/8/23 Give Me Some Hope

Ron explores the concept of hope. It's hard to be happy without it........... Guest: Orlana Darkins Drewery is Co-Founder of Shyne Awards Foundation

2/7/23 No Worries; Balloons & Eggs

Ron looks at spy balloons, why eggs are so expensive, and young people who don't know how to say "thank you"........... Guest: Dr. Neal Barnard "Your Body In Balance"

2/6/23 Occasional Friends & Tables

Ron seeks to define his friends as he does an occasional table. Anyway, unless you gave birth to them, who really cares about their birthday? Hey, why would I need a gaming chair?.... Guest: Erik Olson is President of Dignity Coconuts

2/3/23 Get Me A Human; Brand Names That Are Generic

Ron looks at brand names (like Kleenex, Coke) that become generic in name. By the way, we're all sick of talking to robots for customer service..... Guest: Jon Baldwin Exec VP Verra Mobility about the nursing industry

2/2/23 Groundhogs, Greyhounds, & Brady

Ron takes a look at the stupidity of Groundhog Day, betting on greyhounds, watching boring sports, and trying to understand Tom Brady....Guest: Veterinarian Dr. Danielle Bernal about doggie dental care

2/1/23 Social Media Hell

Ron is confused by social media and the destruction of the word "friends". He also thinks that "posting" is actually a tool to drive us crazy..... Guest: National Geographic Kids writer Sarah Wassner Flynn and financial educator Alvin Hall talk about kids learning about money

1/31/23 Just Live & Shut Up

Ron encounters the Uber concept with caution. He also realizes that he probably remains allergic to other people.... Guest: Dr. Iman Abuzeid is CEO of Incredible Health about the nursing industry and support

1/30/23 What The Buck & Ship My Pants

Ron looks at two TV commercials that employ curse words, sort of.  One of them has caused public outrage.... Guest: Rachel Bellis with P.E.T.A. talks about caging your pet at home

1/27/23 Women Rule; Stop Upselling Me

Ron recognizes the power of women and the weakness of men. He also is being forced to attend a home show, where he will be attacked by salespeople...... Guest: Author Cassandra Clare about the release of "Chain Of Thorns", the final book in her Last Hours trilogy

1/26/23 I’ve Found Cheeses

Ron has a fascination with the job of cheese manager at his local supermarket..... Guest: Dr. Donald Hensrud with "The New Mayo Clinic Diet"