ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones

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

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

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

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

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

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

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&

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

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

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/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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