Ron Van Dam Show

4/12/21 Don't Touch Me; Too Easy

Ron monologues it today. He wonders why he should shake a stranger's hand...very touchy. He also thinks that Amazon and technology have made life way too easy, to the point of absurdity. 

4/9/21 No Room For You; We're Full

Ron realizes that he has no more room for useless information. He's full. Ron also wonders why people allow themselves to be advertised upon...... Guest: Author Crispin Boyer with Nat Geo's "Top Secret"

4/8/21 No More Pennies; Getting My Hair Done

Ron thinks pennies should be extinct. He also talks about the experience of getting one's "hair done" as a "thing"...... Guest: Author Maureen Johnson "Hello, Cruel Heart"

4/7/21 When I Was A Kid; Get Out Of My House

Ron recalls going to school when he was a kid, compared to the wussy children of today. He also wonders why there's no seat belts on school buses. It's a complaint-fest... Enjoy.......Guest: Christopher Nulty with AirBNB

4/6/21 The Incredible Life of You

Ron gets philosophical today. It's weird coming from him, but his guest helps us all appreciate life itself and how to be generally happy. It's worth the listen..... Guest: Barry Shore "The JOY of Living: How To Slay Stress & Be Happy"

4/5/21 Lookin' Good?; Educational Confinement

Ron spouts his unusually cynical take on higher education. He then comments on how sadly, there's no reason to "dress up" anymore.... Guest: Author/Traveler Hans Aschim "How To Go Anywhere"

4/2/21 Egg and Rabbit Day; Impossible Steaks

Ron takes a hard look at Easter festivities and what sense to make from them. He then turns his attention to over-priced steakhouses..... Guests: Emily Metz is President and CEO of the American Egg Board.... Craig Lewis is Founder of Gig Wage Cards

4/1/21 You're A Fool Day; Don't Fall Down

Ron takes a historical and hysterical look at April Big Ridiculous April Fools Day, as well as other foolish endeavors..... Guest: Celebrity Host Kelly Edwards gives us some Spring ideas

3/31/21 Shaming Parades; Awkward Humanity

Ron doesn't understand why we shame our dogs and our humans and why we parade them around to look ridiculous.... Guest: Author Kathy Freston "72 Reasons To Be Vegan"

3/30/21 Mr. Doom Pants

Ron turns a negative corner as he looks at the bad side of some actions and innovations. That's why we call today's episode "Mr. Doom Pants"...... Guest: Ruth Davis talks about the Call For Code 

3/29/21 You Smell That?; Get Circumcised

Ron examines our desire to excite our smell senses through odor products. He also campaigns to get people vaccinated and circumcised (even women)..... Guest: Dr. Eduardo Sanchez about eating heart healthy foods

3/26/21 Just The Vax; Free Enterprise Rules

Ron talks about the vaccine and how it got created so fast. He also has a tip on how to reduce anxiety with a door knob. Yea, sounds weird...... Guest: talking about getting vaccine appointments with NIck Frenzer

3/25/21 Absurd Chicken Parts; Just Take It

Ron doesn't understand eating chicken wings and he has no problem explaining why.,,, Guest: Dr. Richard Gunderman's fascinating new book "Contagion"

3/24/21 Not Into Spring; Garden Variety Idiot

Ron has no motivation when it comes to doing things in the Spring. Gardening is not one of his favorites.... Guest: Author Craig Taylor "New Yorkers"

3/23/21 Stinky Baby Diapers and Shoes

Ron recalls tending to the rear business of the baby..... Guest: Katherine Brooking talks about Spring relief.

3/22/21 5G Death Ray?; No More Writing

Ron takes a common sense look at cell phone tower signals that are beamed straight to your pants. He also wasted years learning penmanship.... Guest: neuroscience expert Dr.Patrick Porter about sleep and BrainTap

3/19/21 Dating Bozo; Crazy People

Ron has a pantload of things to say today. He comments on the weird things women do with their faces, people who defy death for odd reasons, and other topics that nobody would expect to hear. It's a monologue-a-thon. Enjoy.

3/18/21 Dave & Filibusters; This Doesn't Work

Ron takes a look at a weird and troubling Congressional procedures. By the way, does anybody wear pants anymore?.... Guest: Terra Wellington has some Spring health and wellness ideas

3/17/21 Costco Really?; Club of No Trust

Ron went to Costco yesterday and now needs to second mortgage his house to pay for the 52 bottles of ketchup..... Guest: Dr. Gabby Wild is a wild animal vet with National Geographic's "Wild Vet"

3/16/21 Service Me; No More Excuses

Ron is tired of companies that suck at customer service, but are expert at excuses. Good customer service "means never having to say you're sorry". (Millennials will not get the Love Story reference).... Guest: Mindy Yu is Director of Investments at Stash

3/15/21 Weird Phrases; Mother On The Roof

Ron recounts the many odd phrases that our parents used on us. He also admits that he wasn't born in a manger..... Guest: RDN Gilliean Barkyoumb about smoothies

3/12/21 Home Is Where Your Pants Are; Learning Lessons

Ron tries to find any good in this past year. He looks at the parent for the heroism.... Guest: Three Farm Daughters

3/11/21 Divide and Conquer; Toilet Analogy

Ron gets a bit political today as he recognizes that our Country and our Congress just refuse to act efficiently anymore.... Guest: Paul Daugherty is a technology and business expert

3/10/21 Potato Heads and Dr. Seuss

Ron looks at distractions from what really matters in life... or not...... Guest: Dr. Judson Brewer "Unwinding Anxiety"

3/9/21 Royal Interview Thing; Pet Anxiety

Ron is forced to mention the Harry, Meghan and Oprah thing, so he does..... Guest: Dr. Regan McGowan talks about how your pet will handle you not being at home as much

3/8/21 Annoying Doctor Questions; Tax Hell

Ron hates doing his taxes. You too? That's not all that bothers him. How about annoying questions at a physical exam?......... Guest: RDN Liz Weiss tells us good things about eating eggs

3/7/21 Interview Special

Ron departs from his usual format to present recent interviews that inform, entertain, and introduce some different ideas...Richardo Marques is VP of Marketing at Michelob......Issa Assad offers free wireless internet with Q-Link... MIchelle Alegria talks about safe travel to Cancun... Margi Mannix with AARP offers some tax time help.... Gwen Samuel is President of Connecticut Parents Union and discusses the charter school concept.... Leanne Adams with NeighborWorks warns us about housing scams 

3/5/21 Bad Dreams; Get A Filter

Ron suggests that you don't discuss your dreams with anyone. They'll think you're nuts... And think before you say things....... Guest: Celebrity Chef Jamie Gwen

3/4/21 I Can See You; Are They Happy Really?

Ron continues his wonder journey through life, commenting on what doesn't make any sense...What's up with the camouflage outfit fashion thing? Guest: Mikah Muzio with Kelly Blue Book

3/3/21 She Goes Like; Romeo and Whoever

Ron looks at the rampant misuse of the English language... Guest: Author Erika Engelhaupt of National Geographic's "Gory Details"

3/2/21 Stop Them Please; Hamilton Burger

Ron cannot stomach the Golden Globe Awards and tells you why. What is plant-based and what am I eating if I do?.......... Guest: Actress/Author Shantelle Bisson "Raising Your Kids Without Losing Your Cool" and other crazy stuff in life

3/1/21 Been Screwed Before; Up To 17 Pounds?

Ron has a delightful romp through absurd topics. Have you met people who have lost a ton of weight? Weird, right? We are all learning to trust nobody........... Guest: Dr. Jennifer McVige talks about migraine headaches

2/26/21 Don't Even Ask; Slinky Things

Ron examines the concepts of strangers staying in your house and in your car... And don't ask Ron to drive you to the airport or help you move, because it's not going to happen.... Guests: Christopher Nulty talks about Air BNB.... Dietician Mia Syn has some ways to eat healthier for your heart

2/25/21 No Toilet Paper?; Playing Golf On The Moon

Ron dives into the world of fake things. He also recalls his childhood via the food he ate. He also recalls last year when there was no toilet paper in the stores.... Guest: Ashley Smith is the Branding Manager at Wonder Bread "The Wonder of Science"

2/24/21 Get Your Hands Out Of My Mouth

Ron comments on trips to the dentist that he finds invasive.... Guest: Donna Hartley is an actress, author, inspirational speaker, and an incredible survivor "Fire Up Your Life"

2/23/21 Total Insanity; Never Made Any Sense

Ron monologues the show today and finds absurdity in a number of topics. Enjoy. 

2/22/21 Screwed Royally; Too Young

Ron tries to decide if humans are more advanced than animals, and finds that we're probably not. He also explores misused cocktails... Guest: Inventor and Owner of "Bunch 'O Balloons" Josh Malone got screwed by the government. 

2/19/21 Don't Know Much About History; Retail Store Vaccines

Walmart and CVS are ready to administer vaccines. Seriously?.. Much of what we were taught in History Class wasn't really accurate at all. Well, that was a waste of time.... Guest: IBM's Karl Haller talks about retail technology

2/18/21 Unloading On Me; Chicks and Pigs

Ron comments on how we perceive life events and the annoying people that we encounter along the way. We are all chicks and pigs.... Guest: Author Art Coombs

2/17/21 I've Found Cheeses; Trust Nobody

Ron discusses cheeses in a manner that defies gravity. He also finds disgust in stuffing animals.... Guest: Dr. Taz Bhatia