
ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones
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S1 Ep 26026: Filmmaker James Keach on Alzheimer's & Dementia
James Keach has been a part of the film industry as an actor, director, writer, and producer. He has appeared in over fifty feature films and has produced and directed hundreds of hours of television. His most recent success was the award-winning documentary "Glen Campbell…I'll Be Me," which showed the legendary singer's unprecedented "Goodbye Tour" after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. James' 2018 documentary feature film, "Augie," tells the story of Augie Nieto, the genius entrepreneur and LifeFitness founder who was diagnosed with ALS over a decade ago and how he continues to work every day to find the cure for the disease. Before that, James has produced "Walk the Line," for which the Producerʼs Guild of America nominated him Motion Picture Producer of the Year. The film was also nominated for several Academy and Golden Globe awards, winning the Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture and garnering Reese Witherspoon her Academy Award for Best Actress. On This Episode: A discussion of James' gripping new documentary, "Turning Point." The filmmaker takes us inside the quest for the first medication that could treat the underlying process of Alzheimer's disease, more than a century after Dr. Alois Alzheimer first described the brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and cognitive skills. Along the way, we meet the people behind these grand experiments: the scientists driven as much by personal conviction as professional innovation. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @_BrightFocus @turning_point18 Instagram: @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @BrightFocus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TurningPointMovie2018/ Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.TurningPointMovie.com www.BrightFocus.org
S1 Ep 25025: Getting SIRI-ous with Susan C. Bennett
The original voice of Siri, Susan C. Bennett is the announcer for Jones.Show. As a popular voice-over artist and singer, Bennett has appeared on hundreds of radio and TV commercials for such clients as McDonald's, Macy's, Goodyear, Papa John's, Fisher Price and more. In addition to being a very popular public speaker, Susan is the voice of Delta Air Lines gates worldwide as well as numerous GPS and phone systems. Susan has appeared on nationally televised programs "The Mariah Carey Merriest Christmas Special," "The Queen Latifah Show," CNN, "Showbiz Tonight," "The Jack & Triumph Show," the new "To Tell the Truth," and she read the Top Ten list for David Letterman! On this Episode: How Susan became the original voice of Siri and what happens when Susan interacts with Siri. (It doesn't always go well for Susan either!) Randy recently received an email from "Barbie" and is personal friends with "Donald Duck." A special shout out to Thomas Youngblood from Kamelot for permission for our theme song, "Center of the Universe." Lots of love for Nile Rodgers of Chic and drummer Ralph Rolle. Susan wants Jones.Show to do an episode on recycling. Susan wants Randy to get Pat Benatar to be a guest the podcast. Special shout out to G.W. Bailey and Sunshine Kids. More on Sara Evans and Sisters challenging RKJ and Sisters to a Sing-Off. Someone needs to help Randy and Susan get in touch with Robert Redford because Susan named her cat after him. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.Jones.Show
S1 Ep 24024: HOT BENCH Judge Patricia DiMango is Tireless
Judge Patricia DiMango serves as one of three judges on CBS Television Distribution's syndicated court show HOT BENCH, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. The former Administrative Judge of the New York State Supreme Court Criminal Term in Brooklyn, Judge DiMango holds a Juris Doctorate from St. John's University, a master's degree from Columbia University in Developmental Psychology and a bachelor's degree cum laude from Brooklyn College in both Psychology and Education. On this Episode: Randy is obsessed with HOT BENCH because of the lessons learned that apply to interactions inside and outside of the courtroom. Patricia and Randy focus primarily on Patricia's unpredicted stand-up comedy skills and the principles of law that can also apply in the real world: how to tell if someone if lying to you, judging vs. being judgmental, having unclean hands, credibility and accountability. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @HotBenchTV Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan Join us in the Jones.Show Lounge on Facebook www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.HotBench.TV
S1 Ep 23023: Vicki Gunvalson Gets Real
The "OG of the OC," Vicki Gunvalson has appeared on "The Real Housewives of Orange County" since the beginning. As a successful entrepreneur, reality star, mother and grandmother, she continues to redefine what it means to be a powerful modern woman. Her ability to evolve but stay true to her roots has led her to become America's one of the most loved reality stars. On this Episode: Make no mistake, Vicki is Randy's friend and he is very protective of her. Vicki talks about how she first became part of the Real Housewives franchise. Other topics include love, hate and "making TV" and as well as perception versus reality. Best Advice: "If you don't see it for yourself—you don't witness it yourself—you don't know." Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @vgunvalson Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @vickigunvalson www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.vickigunvalson.com www.cotoinsurance.com
S1 Ep 22022: Sara Evans Knows All the Right Words
Missouri-native Sara Evans has had five #1 singles, sold millions of records, won the Academy of Country Music's Top Female Vocalist Award and claimed a Country Music Association trophy for her signature song, "Born To Fly." With the release of "Words," her eighth studio album, Sara demonstrates that she's still willing to leap into the unknown, take greater control of her career and call the shots in a way that's unusual in country music – particularly unusual for a woman in the genre. There's a big reason that the album is titled Words. The songs generate a number of words—flexible, commanding, sassy, daring, loving, hopeful, resilient—that all embody parts of Sara's inimitable persona. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @saraevansmusic Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @saraevansmusic www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.SaraEvans.com
S1 Ep 21021: Former CBS News Correspondent Bob Orr Wants the Truth
Though retired CBS News correspondent Bob Orr dreamed of being the play-by-play announcer for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he began his television news career in 1973 at WTRF-TV in his hometown, Wheeling, West Virginia. Bob joined CBS News in July 1993, where he remained until his retirement in February 2015. Bob primarily focused on two beats. From 1994 to 2006, he was the Transportation Correspondent, covering safety and security issues. After 9/11, though he retained the Transportation Correspondent title, Bob began focusing on security and counterterrorism. When the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was established, he formally added DHS to his coverage responsibilities. In November 2006, Bob took over the Justice beat as the CBS News Justice and Homeland Security Correspondent where he was the lead correspondent covering domestic and international terrorism as well as U.S. law enforcement issues. For over two decades, Bob had a front-row seat to just about every international event. ON THIS EPISODE: Randy and Bob talk about how retirement relates to living with purpose and finding personal fulfillment. Most important: Don't turn off your brain. In all stages of life, curiosity is essential. The truth still matters. Being a consumer of the news today takes effort. The media has to be held to a higher standard. Think. Please just think. "We live in the most connected time man has ever known; however, I would argue that we are also the most misinformed." Bob Orr Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com
S1 Ep 20020: Ralph Rolle Marches to the Beat of His Own Drum
Bronx-native Ralph Rolle has enjoyed an illustrious career as a much sought-after drummer, vocalist and producer. The current drummer for Nile Rodgers and Chic, Ralph's collaborators have included: Sting, Bono, Bette Midler, Roger Daltrey, Lady Gaga, Aretha Franklin, LL Cool J, Queen Latifah, Paul Simon and many more. For 14 seasons, he was the Drummer for NBC's "It's Showtime at The Apollo" and served as the musical director for "The Caroline Rhea Show." No stranger to dishin' out a good groove, Ralph has been able to successfully transfer his creativity behind drums and cymbals to the context of mixing bowls and baking pans, by establishing the New York base Soul Snacks Cookie Company. Closest to his heart is a desire to motivate and inspire others to pursue and live their dreams. ON THIS EPISODE: Fate stepped in to make this meeting happen. Randy and Ralph both appreciate those who play well with others—in more ways than one. Ralph's mother, Rose Lee Rolle, taught him: "you are judged by the company you keep." Ralph explains his view of passion, power, placement, performance and purity. Shout outs to Aretha Franklin, Ringo Starr, Jennifer Lopez, Nile Rodgers, Gandhi, Einstein, Vanessa Williams, Miss Helen Williams, Del Shores and Caroline Rhea. Randy is rendered almost speechless—that is RARE! #NatureNurtureMama #JLoCookieEmergency Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @ralphrolle Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @drumrolle www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.RalphRolle.com www.SoulSnacksNYC.com Bonus URL: Joe Hardy, drummer with no legs: http://www.candomusos.com/profile-joe-hardy.php
S1 Ep 19019: Your Story Means Everything to Carey Ralston & Countless Others
Carey Ralston is the Founder of Hallway Stories, a private, member-based online community of people sharing their real-life stories of personal growth through struggles with issues such as body image, mental health and cancer. Hallway Stories is a safe space for people in crisis to tell the stories they've been afraid to share. In the Hallway, you'll find you're not alone. It's a no-pressure community where you can meet and seek help from people just like you, who have walked in your shoes. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @_HallwayStories Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @_HallwayStories www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.HallwayStories.com
S1 Ep 18018: Patricia Racette on Opera, Authenticity & Other Non-Hoity-Toity Things
Patricia Racette has been heralded a preeminent singing actress of our time. She has built and sustained an evolving career in the most acclaimed opera houses and concert stages of the world for over thirty years and continues to not only sustain her passion for this art form but also expand it to broader arenas as both stage director and master teacher. An internationally recognized artist herself, she has sung leading roles at the major houses of the world, including the Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco Opera, Royal Opera House, La Scala, Paris Opera, Teatro Liceu, Teatro Real, Bayerische Staatsoper and many more. She also made her mark on The Met: Live in HD series as the leading ladies in "Madama Butterfly," "Tosca," "Pagliacci" and "Peter Grimes." Born and raised in New Hampshire, Patricia studied jazz and music education at North Texas State University, received training in the Merola and Adler programs at San Francisco Opera, and most recently received an honorary doctorate from San Francisco Conservatory of Music in 2017. She received a Grammy Award in 2017 for Best Opera Recording for her performance as Marie Antoinette in the Los Angeles Opera's production of John Corigliano's "The Ghosts of Versailles." On This Episode Patricia and Randy celebrate authenticity, collaboration, compromise, laughter, friendship, breaking the rules, life's unexpected detours, "dogged" determination and what it's like to be a PhDiva. #Racettitative Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @patriciaracette Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.PatriciaRacette.com
S1 Ep 17017: G.W. Bailey is Equal Parts Serious & Sunshine
G.W. Bailey became internationally known as a professional actor for his portrayal as Capt. Harris in the Police Academy film series. He is also widely recognized as Sgt. Rizzo from the "M*A*S*H" television series and for his other feature and TV movies. He was a regular on the TNT television hit series "The Closer" and on "Major Crimes." After serving as a Sunshine Kids volunteer for fifteen years, G.W. Bailey became the Executive Director in 2001. He has overseen the expansion of National Events that now include ten destinations and involving volunteers working nationwide with the Foundation to provide trips and activities for hundreds of young cancer patients annually. G.W. was introduced to the Sunshine Kids by his goddaughter Brandy Aldridge who had been diagnosed with leukemia. Her experiences with other Kids who were also fighting cancer had a profound effect on Brandy, her family and friends. She inspired G.W. to begin working with the Foundation to create more activities that would reach as many Kids as possible. His work with the Sunshine Kids has always been dedicated to the memory of this remarkable young woman. On This Episode Randy takes great joy in finding G.W. asleep on the couch when he first arrives. G.W., not so much. Randy throws a fit over a plot twist at the end of "Major Crimes." Randy obsesses over "Police Academy," too. G.W.'s heart belongs to the children with cancer who benefit from Sunshine Kids. G.W.'s advice: "As long as you're doing something for someone besides yourself—just find something bigger than you." Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @SunshineKidsOrg Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.sunshinekids.org
S1 Ep 16016: Looking Back & Forging Ahead
Program moderator Laura Spell is a native of Jackson, Mississippi, and earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Hodges University. She began teaching Ballroom dance in 1998 and soon noticed a need for basic social training to go along with the dance instruction. As her children were preparing to enter middle school at the time, she started working with them and their friends on social and life skills alongside dance instruction. She offers classes and individual coaching for children and adults. Randy and Laura share a love of the Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." On This Episode In this 2018 year-end recap, Randy and his dear friend, manners and etiquette expert Laura Spell, chat about all-things Jones.Show—the who, what, where, when and why! Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @ LauraSpell1 Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.MannersDance.com
S1 Ep 15015: Del Shores Celebrates the Damaged, Deranged, Forgotten & Sordid
Del Shores has written, directed and produced successfully across studio and independent film, network and cable television and regional and national touring theatre. His work includes the cult classics: "Sordid Lives," "Sordid Lives, The Series" and "A Very Sordid Wedding." His most recent project is the national tour of his new show, "Six Characters in Search of a Play." On This Episode Randy confesses he wants everyone to love Del Shores' work as a writer and director as much as he does. Randy and Del focus on his most famous work, "Sordid Lives" (2 films and a TV series). Del tells fabulous stories about Rue McClanahan, Caroline Rhea, Debra Messing, Thomas Haden Church and "Queer as Folk." In large part, Shores' various Sordid iterations tackle the universal topics of love and acceptance juxtaposed against bigotry and religion gone awry. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @DelShores Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @DelShores www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.DelShores.com
S1 Ep 14014: Ginger Zee Weathers the Storms
Ginger Zee is the chief meteorologist at ABC News, reporting on the nation's weather on "Good Morning America" and across ABC News broadcasts and digital platforms. Ginger's memoir, Natural Disaster: I Cover Them. I Am One., is a candid yet humorous and uplifting look at a life touched by depression. Ginger also appeared on Season 22 of "Dancing with the Stars." On This Episode Ginger has been known to fall in love with gay guys and promises Randy she will not fall for him. (Randy just got married, too). News flash: Ginger almost worked at a strip club in college! Randy gushes (and gushes and gushes) over Ginger's book. Ginger is a thrill seeker & Randy is a chicken shit. Ginger and Randy engage in perhaps the most upbeat discussion ever recorded about depression. Randy observes that "Dancing with the Stars" has never had an author or podcaster as a contestant and Ginger is working on getting Randy on the show. According to Randy, Ginger Zee is the Queen of the Earth. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @ginger_Zee Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @ginger_Zee www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com&
S1 Ep 13013: Politically Correct? Talking to Hollywood PR Pro Gary Rosen
Gary Rosen created Gary Rosen Communications (GRC) in 2000. Since that time, GRC has fostered excellent relationships with studios, celebrities, authors, musicians and corporations. GRC's clients include CBS Television Distribution's "Judge Judy," the #1 program in daytime television and the syndicated courtroom hit, "Hot Bench." Before entering the field of Public Relations, Rosen was a television writer and magazine editor. His impressive list of celebrities and television executive interviews include Oprah Winfrey, Joan Rivers, Merv Griffin, Ted Koppel and Carol Burnett. Gary has appeared on E!, CNN, Fox News, HLN, Reelz and C-SPAN as a crisis management and entertainment expert. He also lectures about public relations and the entertainment industry at UCLA, NYU and Fordham University. On This Episode Has honest communication been negatively impacted by an intense public focus on political correctness? Have we lost the ability to say what's on our minds because we are too afraid to offend someone? Randy and PR/crisis management expert Gary Rosen demonstrate the art of civil discourse with hopes of leading by example. #FindYourGary Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.garyrosen.tv
S1 Ep 12012: Adoption Gets Personal with Lorri Antosz Benson
Lorri Antosz Benson is an award-winning television producer, writer, author, family advocate and former syndicated columnist. She worked for DONAHUE, the acclaimed show hosted by the legendary Phil Donahue, for fifteen years, eight of which were spent as Senior Producer. Lorri received two Emmy Awards and ten Emmy nominations for her work with DONAHUE. Lorri's memoir, To Have And Not To Hold, covers the relinquishing of her first child for closed adoption, and the subsequent development of a flourishing relationship with her and her family. The second book, Adopting Hope, is a collection of amazing stories from adoptive couples, birthparents and adoptees. Show Notes: Randy is nervous because he wants Phil Donahue and Marlo Thomas to love him. Lorri shares her experiences as a birth mother who chose adoption for her child. Randy puts forward the notion that "birth mothers" don't often speak up. Randy and Lorri celebrate today's broader definition of family. Lorri provides touching and meaningful advice for birth parents, adult adoptees and couples consideration adoption. Randy & Lorri also discuss the impact of DNA testing on today's family unit. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @LorriABenson Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @lorriantoszbenson www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.lorriantoszbenson.com
S1 Ep 11011: Thankful for Teachers, Mentors, Coaches & Michael Feuer
011: Thankful for Teachers, Mentors, Coaches & Michael Feuer Michael Feuer has over 35 years' experience as a corporate executive/CEO, entrepreneur, management consultant, venture capitalist, national awarding-winning syndicated columnist, speaker, and author. Currently, he is Managing Director and CEO of Max-Ventures, a private equity and consulting firm focusing on advising and investing in retail, ecommerce and a variety of marketing companies including health and wellness specialty businesses. Michael cofounded and was Chairman and CEO of the publicly held office products superstore chain OfficeMax. He sold OfficeMax in December 2003 generating $1.5 billion for shareholders of which he was the largest individual, non- institutional investor. Show Notes: This show will likely answer many of your questions about Randy. For many years, Michael has been one of Randy's most trusted advisors. Included are Michael Feuer's Greatest Hits: "If you don't ask, you don't get." "Do what everyone else does, just do it better." Michael adds a new spin: "Do what others don't do because they think everybody does it and don't want to try." Randy is determined to be completely honest on this show and asks Michael for real advice on real issues that he (and others) face in trying to make their mark. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.tipsfromthetop.info Bonus: Connect with Judy Berman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judyberman/
S1 Ep 10010: Judge Michael Corriero — The Art of Argument & More
Judge Michael Corriero serves as one of three judges on CBS Television Distribution's syndicated court show HOT BENCH, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. HOT BENCH was the #3 first-run program in daytime television, delivering 3.2 million daily viewers. Before joining HOT BENCH, Judge Corriero served as a prosecutor in the office of Manhattan District Attorney Frank Hogan, a criminal defense attorney and a judge for 28 years in the criminal courts of New York State. Show Notes: Randy is obsessed with HOT BENCH. Judge Corriero discusses the differences between the show and an actual courtroom. Judge Corriero shares his experience with young people in court. Randy applauds the collaborative nature of the program as well as its focus on education an collaboration. Judge Corriero explains "The Art of Argument" and supporting troubled youth. Randy asks Judge Corriero to co-host his podcast. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @HotBenchTV Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.hotbench.tv
S1 Ep 9009: Documentarian Robin Hauser on Unconscious Bias
Robin is the director and producer of cause-based documentary films at Finish Line Features and President of Unleashed Productions. Robin's award-winning film, CODE: Debugging the Gender Gap, caught the attention of the international tech industry and of policy makers and educators in Washington, DC and abroad. Robin's most recent documentary, BIAS, explores unconscious bias and how it affects us socially and in the workplace. Show Notes: We are all biased. Difference between implicit and explicit bias. Bias is actually part of a survival instinct. Like-me bias is when we are more comfortable with people who are like us. We can all take the implicit association test online. Controlling bias is harder than you think. Exposing yourself to new experiences can change preconceived notions. Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @BiasFilm Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan @rhr226 www.biasfilm.com www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com
S1 Ep 8008: Tyler Mathisen - Questions, Answers & Everything in Between
Tyler Mathisen, co-anchors CNBC's Power Lunch, one of the network's longest running program franchises. He is also Vice President, Events Strategy for CNBC, working closely with the network's events team to grow the rapidly expanding business. Show Notes: Tyler says "preparation is overrated" and Randy accuses Tyler of failing the entire Virgo community. Tyler asserts: Sometimes the answer is just "yes" or "no." Randy and Tyler have lots of conversation about thought. Randy says Tyler is a thinker. Tyler says he is thoughtful. The art of explaining: Making what is complicated sound simple. Tyler's wife, Joanne LaMarca Mathisen, rocks! Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @PowerLunch @CNBC Instagram @RandallKennethJones @SiriouslySusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.cnbc.com
S1 Ep 7007: Faith Prince Delivers Whatever You Need
Faith Prince has been dazzling Broadway audiences since winning the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for her performance as Ms. Adelaide in Guys and Dolls. Other Broadway credits include Disaster! The Musical, Annie, A Catered Affair, The Little Mermaid, Bells are Ringing (Tony, DD, OCC noms), Nick & Nora (OCC Award), Jerome Robbins' Broadway (Tony, DD noms) and more. Faith currently recurs as Ty Burrell's stepmother on ABC's Modern Family. She also recurred as Joey Lawrence's mother on ABC Family's long-running series Melissa & Joey and wrapped her 5-season run as Brooke Elliott's mother on Lifetime's popular series Drop Dead Diva. Show Notes: Faith compares Randy to Elaine Stritch. Randy compares Faith to Gwen Verdon. Randy wants Faith to work with Christopher Guest. Star quality is JOY. Faith: "Big talent is great need." What Allison Janey wants, Allison Janey gets. Faith is a life coach for artists. Faith's personal theme song: "Where am I Going?" Randy attempts to replace Roz Kerins, Faith's BFF. Faith honors Broadway star Marin Mazzie who passed away recently from ovarian cancer and Faith and Randy honor dear friend Elaine Cook. #WhateverYouNeed Twitter: @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Instagram: @RandallKennethJones @siriouslysusan www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.Faith-Prince.com
S1 Ep 6006: Liris Crosse, The World is Her Runway
Liris Crosse is a model/actress and has become a role model for full-figured and African American women by pushing curvy women into mainstream fashion. She has graced magazines from American Vogue, Essence, British Cosmopolitan and Vibe and has been featured in campaigns for Lane Bryant and Ashley Stewart. Liris walked the runway for Project Runway's first ever plus-size collection at New York Fashion Week and was chosen for the show's first season to include plus-size models. In November 2017, Liris was named one of the two model winners of Project Runway Season 16. Her new book, MAKE THE WORLD YOUR RUNWAY, is due for the holidays. Show Notes: Randy's friend, Suzanne Samour, joins the show as Randy's personal fashion police. Randy lies about wearing Tom Ford. Liris' mom tells her to have her "act-right" on. Liris conducts boot camps for aspiring models. Liris shares her experiences on Project Runway. "Plus size" is just a descriptor. Authenticity rules the world. Order Liris' book! #Confidence Twitter: @LirisC @randallkjones @siriouslysusan @SuziSassyPants Instagram @LirisC @RandallKennethJones @siriouslysusan @SiouxieSue www.RandallKennethJones.com www.SusanCBennett.com www.LirisC.com
S1 Ep 5005: Erin Brockovich Continues to Fight the Good Fight
In the '90s, Erin Brockovich spearheaded an investigation revealing that Pacific Gas & Electric had been poisoning the water in Hinkley, California. As chronicled in the 2000 film Erin Brockovich, PG&E was forced to pay out the largest toxic tort injury settlement in U.S. history: $333 million. Since that time, Erin has continued in her quest to empower the people to right wrong. Alexander, Randy's dog, makes an impression on Erin. Erin tells her backstory in her words. Erin embraces all-things SHOW ME. "Superman's not coming." Erin made Randy cry. Stick-to-itiveness rules the world. "You're telling me you've wrecked three of my cars and they never got out of the driveway!" Randy desperately wants to star in Erin Brockovich, The Musical. Twitter: @ErinBrockovich @randallkjones @siriouslysusan www.Brockovich.com www.BrockovichFoundation.org www.communityhealthbook.com www.randallkennethjones.com www.susancbennett.com
S1 Ep 4004: Parker Schaffel, Superstar Millennial
Parker Schaffel served in the US Navy, jumped out of planes, and ran a successful financial planning business. He's worked as a military intelligence analyst at the Central Intelligence Agency and as a diplomat for the State Department. He teaches at-risk youth how to play the guitar, bass and drums, in addition to having his own solo music career. He's dabbled in stand-up comedy, acting and photography. He's indefatigable. Randy gets exhausted (and jealous) reading Parker's bio. Randy gushes over Parker's new book: Get After It: Seven Inspirational Stories to Find Your Inner Strength When It Matters Most. Parker and Randy love journaling. Parker provides a tutorial on how to place a PHONE CALL. Apologizing isn't hard. Dreams vs goals vs reality. You may not be as important as you think you are. #BabyParker. Twitter: @PSchaffel @randallkjones @siriouslysusan www.parkerschaffel.com www.randallkennethjones.com www.susancbennett.com
S1 Ep 3003: Rhonda Shear has Done it All!
Rhonda Shear is a television personality, comedian, actress and entrepreneur. She is best known for her role as a host of the USA Network's USA Up All Night in the 1990s. Since 2003, Rhonda Shear has been providing intimates solutions for women of all shapes and ages around the world. She has subsequently expanded the Rhonda Shear line to include a broad assortment of bras, panties, sleepwear, shapewear, lingerie and apparel. Randy LOVED Rhonda's book, Up All Night: From Hollywood Bombshell to Lingerie Mogul, Life Lessons from an Accidental Feminist. Plus, Rhonda on feminism, the Entertainment industry and Playboy. Angry people suck. Shit Shows make the best stories. Always crash the party + Randy's Mary Chapin Carpenter/Treat Williams escapade. Randy's first "studio audience!" Twitter: @RhondaShear @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Websites: RhondaShear.com RandallKennethJones.com, SusanCBennett.com
S1 Ep 2002: Hanging Out in Miami with Sam Champion
Sam Champion is a weather anchor who is best known for his combined 25-year career on the ABC flagship station WABC-TV and Good Morning America. He formerly co-anchored AMHQ: America's Morning Headquarters and 23.5 Degrees with Sam Champion on The Weather Channel. Show Topics: Superheroes, Arts Education, Weather tells a Story, Bunnies are Evil, The Importance of Kindness, Rubem Robierb, Hoda Kotb, Rob Marciano, Diane Sawyer, Robin Roberts, Chris Cuomo, Michael Strahan, Phil Beuth, Emily Post. Twitter: @SamChampion @randallkjones @siriouslysusan Websites: RandallKennethJones.com SusanCBennett.com
S1 Ep 1001: Hey Siri! A Conversation with Susan C. Bennett, the Original Voice of Siri.
Show #1, Jones.Show explained, It's Randy's Birthday, Siri unplugged, Emily Post, Erin Brockovich, Dolly Parton, Oprah, Kate Capshaw, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Randy Jones, The Village People, helping others, authentic communication, listening, Siri sings. QUOTE OF THE DAY: "Courtesy is the lubricant of life."- Susan C. Bennett TWITTER: @randallkjones @SiriouslySusan