Celebrity Salute

CBS Evening News’ Norah O’Donnell on military spouses and red tape

We welcome Anchor of CBS Evening News, Norah O’Donnell, to the podcast. She shares the struggle facing military spouses when it comes to transferring occupational licenses and the adverse impact of the government’s red tape on their quality of life and employment opportunities. Every time a service member’s assignment changes, military spouses must get a new license in their new home state, leaving many military spouses unemployed for months at a time when they’re forced to move with their families.

Gary Sinise and his enduring commitment to America’s veterans

Gary Sinise joins the podcast to talk with Randy about all the great work he’s been doing on and off the set; especially when it comes to supporting members of our Armed Forces, veterans, and their families. Randy and Gary discuss the history of the Gary Sinise Foundation, it’s role in expanding the incredible Snowball Express program at Walt Disney World, and his annual appearance with Joe Mantegna and friends on the National Mall in Washington D.C. for the National Memorial Day Concert on PBS.

The legendary Jon Voight on Celebrity Salute

We welcome the legendary Hollywood actor Jon Voight to the podcast to talk about his long-running career in Hollywood. We chat about his new film, Mercy, in select theatres now, digitally May 19th, and On Demand in early June. Mercy tells the the story of an ex-military doctor that finds herself in a deadly battle for survival when the Irsih mafia seize control of a hospital where she works. The film co-stars Leah Gibson and Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and we can’t wait to see it.

A salute to American hero Major James Capers

We welcome a true American hero, Major James Capers. We discuss his HIGHLY decorated time serving in the United State Marine Corps along with the director of a new biopic illustrating his life: Ashley Cusato. "Major Capers: The Legend of Team Broadminded", is an honest and unflinching documentary that portrays the extraordinary true life story of Major James Capers, Jr., an American hero, who persevered through adversity during a time of civil unrest.

Comedy legend Vicki Lawrence

We welcome one of our favorite comedic actresses, Vicki Lawrence, to the show. We talk about her legendary acting career, her multiple trips to support our troops in Vietnam, and her one woman show where she has been able to reconnect with veterans. Randy and Vicki also talk about “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia” and her upcoming special “90 Years of Laughter + Love” and much more in this segment.

Legendary singer Pat Boone joins the show

We welcome the legendary singer/songwriter Pat Boone to the program to discuss his nearly seven decades of making music around the world. Pat has performed music from nearly every imaginable genre, and performed for people from nearly every stripe of life. Pat and Randy get down to the important topics in this episode, including an in-depth look in what exactly a “grit” is.

Bronze Star recipient Amanda Huffman

We are joined by Amanda Huffman, a veteran and military spouse. Amanda was deployed with the Army to Afghanistan and was awarded a Bronze Star amongst other honors. She traded in her combat boots in 2013 to be a stay-at-home mom and to follow her husband’s military career. She now hosts the Women in the Military podcast and we’re honored to have her on our podcast to discuss important topics affecting women, both in the service, and as military spouses.

Royal Navy veteran, chef & TV host Robert Irvine joins the show

We welcome Royal Navy veteran Robert Irvine. A friend to active duty military members and veterans around the world as well as the host of Restaurant Impossible. We talk about his career in the military, reserves, and his transition to the culinary world. Robert has released a new book: “Overcoming Impossible: Learn to Lead, Build a Team, and Catapult Your Business to Success.”

Kingdom Story Company’s Andy Erwin

Welcome Kingdom Story Company’s Andy Erwin to the Celebrity Salute Podcast. We talk about his production house’s newest story: “The Jesus Revolution”. We were huge fans of the Kurt Warner biopic “Underdog” and are excited to hear about this new project that the Erwin brothers are bringing to a theater near you.

Rob Lowe, John Owen & Sian Clifford from the new Netflix comedy, ’Unstable’

We welcome Rob Lowe, John Owen, and Sian Clifford; cast members of the new Netflix scripted comedy series “Unstable” to the podcast! Sian and John Owen talk about the unique dynamics of playing a son to your own real-life father. We are treated to some clips from the show, and then talk to the man himself: Rob Lowe. Make sure to check out "Unstable" on Netflix.