Ron Van Dam Show

4/26/24 Muppets in Moscow?

TV Producer Natasha Lance talks about the true story and dangerous experience of producing The Muppets Show in Russia... Also, Ron examines  empty compliments and lying to your kids

4/25/24 No Peace

Ron looks at our violent history, how we try to embrace peace, and other anomalies.... Guest: Major Javon Starnes talks about his life travelling with the Army

4/24/24 Psychic? Really?

Ron takes a hard, yet humorous look at psychics and if fate is really a commanding factor in life.

4/23/24 Just Shut Up

Ron takes a look at the odd way we have conversations and the weird phrases that we use.... Guest: Carol Chiang "Aging in Place"

4/22/24 What's in a Name?

Ron takes a weird look at how we name people and what we call them. He also is confused by coupons, points, and BOGOs... Guest: Dr. Ibrahim is an expert on dinosaurs

4/19/24 Devils & Dudes

Ron recalls his first kiss with a girl at a dude ranch... Guest: Author Ron Felber "The Unwelcomed: The Curious Case of Clara Fowler

4/18/24 Your Customer Service Stinks

Ron is frustrated with AI (artificial intelligence) (not the steak sauce) when it comes to customer service........ Guest: Kathryn Williams with National Geographic KIds- all about sharks

4/17/24 Hump Day, Coffee, & Donuts

Ron tries to understand the meaning of hump day, using coffee as an excuse, and other weird topics... Guest: Tim Gnaneswaran "Know Thy Nuts"

4/16/24 College Rip Off

Ron thinks we pay an insane amount of money for a college education, in a system that has gotten totally out of control. He also gives his opinion on border immigration. 

4/15/24 Marathon: Got The Runs?

Ron isn't down with this running marathon thing and he tells you why.... Guest: authors Dr. Andrea Balis & Elizabeth Levy "Witch Hunt: The Cold War, Joe McCarthy, & The Red Scare"

4/12/24 Cicadas, Taxes, & Cloning

Ron hits a number of topics: cloning animals, taxes, cicadas, deadlines, sick chickens, and just stop it.... Guest: Adam Rubin is VP of Economics Security Project "IRS Direct File"

4/11/24 Good vs. Evil

Ron's guest talks about demonic possession and other paranormal writings.... Guest: Author Ron Felber "The Unwelcomed: The Curious Case of Clara Fowler

4/10/24 Cell Phones From Hell

Ron criticizes the world of cell phones and various technological oddities. He was dumbfounded in an Apple store.... Guest: Expert Ryan McMahon about distracted driving

4/9/24 Trust No One

Ron says that because of constantly growing scams, we can no longer trust most people. That's really sad.... Guest: Dr. Kelly Kopp is Professor of Soil & Climate

4/8/24 Classic Idiots

Ron talks about his search to understand idiots that are stupid for no reason other than the fact that they are idiots, when they might not be idiots at all.  Who's the real idiot now?...... Guest: Dan Leonard from The Weather Channel

4/5/24 Enough Eclipse Talk

Ron thinks this solar eclipse coverage information stuff is really too much. We over-hype everything... Guest: David Baron "American Eclipse"

4/4/24 Memories & Finding Cheeses

Ron looks back at his childhood as he tries to see "where his head was at"...He then pivots to the complications of being a cheese manager.... Guest: Author Aida Salazar "Ultraviolet"

4/3/24 Lazy Bastards

Ron talks about our lazy society. We can't bother to dress well, to get up from our chairs, or to reach for anything. We make living our lives way too effortless..... Guest: Expert David Zasada wants to teach kids financial knowledge

4/2/24 Don't Look Up

Ron introduces the upcoming solar eclipse to your eyes. Don't burn your cornea with the corona... Guest: Dr. Ellen Marmur is dermatologist to the stars

4/1/24 April Fools Stupidity

A day for fools? Seriously? That's everyday!.... Ron takes a look at this inane quasi-holiday.... Guest: Inequality Expert Tammy Thompson "The Psychology of Poverty"

3/29/24 Stuttering Through Adolesence

Ron talks about adolesence, older age is wisdom, and stuttering.... Guests: Chef Jamie Gwen... Author Wesley Moore "Today, Oh Boy"

3/28/24 It's Not Fair At All

Ron remarks at how the rich and powerful don't need to follow the rules and can buy themselves out of trouble. He also tries to make sense of insurance costs.... Guest: David Sampson is  President/CEO of American Property Casualty Insurance Association

3/27/24 The Trump Bible? Really?

Ron comments on the Trump Bible that is now for sale. He also wonders why Easter is so early this year... Guest: TV Host Marisa Brahney has some Easter entertaining ideas

3/26/24 Veggies From Hell

Ron realizes that consuming fruits and vegetables might actually be bad for you. Seriously?.... Guest: James Dern says "Raise A Puppy & Save A Life"

3/25/24 Shut Up & Love Me

Ron takes a look at honesty, lovable people, pandemic results, dogs, facebook, chicadas, knowing when to shut up, and other unrelated stuff.... Guest: Dr. Amit Khera of the Family Heart Foundation

3/22/24 Humanity Lost

Ron describes how Americans are so divided that they destroy themselves in the process. He is disappointed in the loss of humanity in a world that embraces violence rather than peace.... Guest: Emily Metz is President and CEO of The American Egg Board

3/21/24 Education Or Social Shock?

Ron takes an unusually hard look at the reality of college life and the culture shock.... Guest: Terry Redican is the VP of The College Board and talks about the benefits of taking AP courses in high school

3/20/24 Tips & Salary?

Ron talks about keeping informed about the news in this important election year. He also looks at the question of restaurant staff wages and tipping.... Guest: Dr. Vicky Sanchez about hearing & the brain

3/19/24 Concert Rip-Off; Laughter Day

It's National Laughter Day.....so,..... Anyway, Ron thinks concert tickets are way too expensive, untouchable, and insulting. He also is getting a bit tired of Taylor Swift (in a nice way)

3/18/24 Angry Pants

Ron takes a hard look at how we handle our anger, thus starting a new concept in pants....Guests: Dr. Adaira Landry, Dr. Resa Lewis "Micro Skills: Small Actions, Big Impact"

3/15/24 Crazy Life Lessons

Ron compares life to his laundry. He also advises you to give out compliments if you want people to like you. Is that good enough?....... Guest: Orlana Dawkins Drewery about the Shine Awards

3/14/24 Tiktok, War, & Peace

Ron takes a unique look at the tiktok controversy and also follows the tour of the olympic torch.... Guest: Tony Caravano about electric cars

3/13/24 Everybody Is Irish

Ron takes a look at St. Patrick's Day from the view of food and alcohol..... Guest: Food Network's Chef Aaron McCargo Jr.

3/12/24 Tickets To Hell

Ron is frustrated with Ticketmaster as technology makes things harder.... Guest: Jason Levine with National Highway Safety Administration about auto recalls

3/11/24 Mitch McConnell & The Betrayal

Ron spends this episode with Ira Shapiro "The Betrayal- How Mitch McConnell & The Senate Republicans Abandoned America"

3/8/24 Mental Retirement

Ron ponders the experience and mindset of retirement. He also tries to understand his dentist..... Guest: Dr. Jeff Werber about dog allergies

3/7/24 It's Your Business

Ron takes a hard look at why prices are so high and the resolve is quite simple..... Guest: author Matthew Fray "This Is Why Your Marriage Ends"

3/6/24 Playing With Balls

Ron takes a hard look at the oddities of bowling. He also warns about daylight savings time.... Guest: Dr. Gabby Wild with National Geographic

3/5/24 The Politics Divide

In political-type episode today, Ron remarks at how divided we are, how ineffective Congress has become, and how we should keep informed ......Guest: Pharmacist BreAnn talks about meds for kids

3/4/24 Mr. Sassy Pants

Ron reveals some products that suck, literally.... Guest: National Geographic Editor, Emily Fego "Fact-Tastic"