The trade war with China has been a hot topic as of late, but does it really warrant a widespread panic?  Randy discusses why he believes this business negotiation is truly being blown out of proportion.

This summer has been the hottest since records started being kept in 1880, but can we really attribute it to global warming?  Randy brings up a few key points that seem to be ignored by liberals.

Following the despicable act of domestic terrorism by a 21-year-old white supremacist in a Wal-Mart in El Paso, Randy has a few thoughts on the controversial response to the tragedy by the Mexican government.

After being admitted to the hospital for the first time since early childhood, Randy experiences firsthand what the "Un-Affordable" Care Act has done to improve the healthcare industry.... or not.

50 years ago this week, American astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin helped humankind reach a new milestone, taking their first steps on the Moon.  Randy discusses some interesting facts about the mission, as well as some thoughts and inside information shared with him personally by a few of the famous moon walkers he's had the pleasure of meeting. 

Following the passing of Texas billionaire and former presidential candidate Ross Perot, Randy discusses just what set this great man apart from other politicians and how his life and legacy ultimately impacted American history.

You can get a shout-out and a free A Cigar on the Deck pen by subscribing to A Cigar on the Deck on your favorite podcast app and sending me an email with your mailing address at [email protected]!

When it comes to celebration, ice cream and libations are two American favorites... but what happens when you put the two together?  In this exclusive interview, Frank and Lori O'Brien give Randy the inside scoop on their ice cream pub, Daddy O'Briens!

Mike Maden has successfully carried on Tom Clancy's legacy with his New York Times bestselling novels. Following the release of his latest title in the Jack Ryan, Jr. series, Randy talks to Maden about his background, journey and inspiration for the continuation of Clancy's techno-thriller franchise.

A special shout-out goes to our new subscribers and super expensive 35¢ pen recipients: Mike in Cumming, GA, Connie in Suwanee, GA and Bud in Bradford, PA!  You can get a shout-out and a free pen too by subscribing to A Cigar on the Deck on your favorite podcast app and sending me an email with your mailing address at [email protected]!

Want to hear me give you a personal shout out in the next episode? 

Want a free A Cigar on the Deck pen? 

Subscribe to A Cigar on the Deck on your favorite podcast app, then email me at [email protected] for a personal shout out in the next episode and a free pen!

Here are the links to A Cigar on the Deck on some popular podcast apps:

Spotify
Apple Podcasts
TuneIn
Stitcher
Podbean

Randy has an in-depth conversation with Destination Truth & Expedition Unknown producer and host Josh Gates about his inspiration to become an explorer.  Josh gives some behind-the-scenes information about the real adventures he experiences and talks about his passion to energize people about modern exploration.