New York Times bestselling author and former Secret Service agent Dan Bongino sits down with host Neil Haley to discuss his book "The Fight: A Secret Service Agent's Inside Account of Security Failings and the Political Machine." Bongino opens up about the shocking 2014 White House fence-jumping incident, explaining how bureaucratic dysfunction allowed a security failure that everyone in the Secret Service knew existed for decades to continue unchanged. He provides a rare insider's perspective on how government agencies are managed and why the same bureaucratic problems plague everything from presidential security to social security and anti-poverty programs, while also highlighting what the Secret Service does right in protecting the most threatened person on earth.

In this candid conversation, Bongino discusses the unique challenge of serving as a lead agent on President Obama's detail while holding conservative Republican political views. He explains how he maintained absolute professionalism despite political differences, even transferring to the Baltimore field office for six months before leaving the agency to avoid any appearance of impropriety. Bongino emphasizes the importance of separating personal respect from political disagreement, sharing stories from his congressional campaign where he knocked on 7,000 doors and learned that treating people with dignity—regardless of party affiliation—is essential for productive dialogue. This episode offers a fascinating look behind the scenes of presidential protection and the personal journey of a man who left a prestigious career to fight for his political beliefs while maintaining respect for those he once protected.

Burt Ward, television's original Robin from the legendary 1960s Batman series, joins host Neil Haley to discuss the 50th anniversary of the iconic show and his remarkable journey from crimefighter to animal lifesaver. Ward reveals that he and Adam West have been submitted to the Guinness Book of Records as the only two actors in history to work together 50 years after their original collaboration, and teases an exciting new project with the Dynamic Duo coming later this year. However, the heart of this conversation focuses on Ward's true passion: Gentle Giants Rescue, the organization he founded with his wife 22 years ago that has saved over 15,500 dogs from euthanasia.

Ward shares his groundbreaking discovery of how to double the lifespan of dogs through proper nutrition and care, with 24 of his current dogs living between 15 and 26 years old—giant breeds that typically only live seven to nine years. With 50 or more dogs living in his home at all times, Ward discusses the development of Gentle Giants dog food, now available at Walmart and Amazon, emphasizing that he takes no profit from sales and that every bag includes a phone number for free veterinary and behavioral advice. This inspiring episode showcases how Ward has channeled his celebrity into a mission that gives families more precious years with their beloved pets, helping children avoid learning about death at a young age and allowing dogs to live healthy lives well into their twenties.

Former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Emerson Martin joins the Neil Haley Show to share his unconventional path to the NFL and his current success transforming Delaware State University's football program. Martin discusses his decision to attend Hampton University over major Division I programs, prioritizing education with his mathematics degree over football glamor in an era when the NFL wasn't the lucrative career it is today. He provides fascinating insights into Super Bowl XXX, suggesting quarterback Neil O'Donnell's two critical interceptions to the Cowboys may not have been accidental, noting how the Steelers dominated Dallas that day—holding Emmitt Smith under 50 yards—but lost due to those two plays. Martin's reflections on the unique family atmosphere of the Steelers organization under the Rooney family reveal why so many players maintain lifelong connections to Pittsburgh.

Now serving as offensive line coach at Delaware State, Martin explains his coaching philosophy rooted in mathematics and geometry, viewing football through calculated angles and strategic positioning. His impact has been immediate and dramatic—transforming a program that won only eight games in four years into an eight-win season in his first year. Martin discusses navigating the transfer portal era, losing talented players to Power Five schools while using his NFL coaching experience and extensive relationships to attract new talent. His previous work with Players and Pros placed over 200 students in colleges nationwide, demonstrating his commitment to mentorship beyond the field. Martin's journey from Kansas City Chiefs rookie to Pittsburgh Steeler, including a memorable conversation with Terry Bradshaw that provided life-changing encouragement, showcases the power of relationships in building both playing and coaching careers.

Tim Smith from Discovery Channel's "Moonshiners" reveals the incredible true story of how he became the face of modern moonshining on national television—and how he manages to stay out of jail while doing it. After a producer from McGill Entertainment showed up at his house looking for his father (who refused to participate and later passed away), Tim called back two months later and offered to show them the 300-year tradition that helped build America. He explains the fundamental economics of moonshining: no taxes, customized products tailored to established customers, and pure profit margins that legal distilleries can't match. Unlike legal alcohol sitting on shelves relying on "pretty labels," moonshine is sold through pre-existing relationships where the product is already contracted before it's even made. Tim has never been arrested despite being on television because he follows one simple rule—only show where you were, never where you are or will be.

The interview takes fascinating turns as Tim reveals the extreme measures he takes to maintain his secrecy while starring in a reality show. He uses alias names, has no social media presence, no internet connection, and had to drive 12 miles just to get cell service for this interview. Tim explains how moonshining falls under multiple jurisdictions—local, state, federal, and specialized agencies like the ATF—but law enforcement can only arrest you in the act of committing a crime, not for what you did last year in a different location. He dismisses concerns about the IRS with a wry observation about accountability and knowing who you are, suggesting his hidden lifestyle protects him even while appearing on television. Tim's operation continues a legacy passed down from his father, serving customers who have been buying for years in a cash business that exists entirely outside the system—proving that in America, some traditions are impossible to regulate away.

Actress Melissa Roxburgh joins The Neil Haley Show to discuss the highly anticipated second season of her gripping thriller series about hunting serial killers who are secretly imprisoned rather than executed. Melissa reveals what makes the show so binge-worthy—the perfect balance of gore, personal drama, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, with each episode containing its own subplots while building toward bigger revelations. She discusses the major cliffhangers from season one that get resolved, including what happens to the poisoned character Odell and the shocking discovery that Lazarus herself was a serial killer, evidenced by a barcode found on the bottom of her foot. The actress shares her genuine fascination with criminology, explaining how she once considered becoming a criminologist before finding a way to scratch that itch through acting in crime dramas.

Beyond the show's intense subject matter, Melissa opens up about the incredible cast chemistry that makes coming to work feel like hanging out with a big friend group. She describes how the ensemble has developed an intuitive understanding of each other—knowing when someone needs space to sleep or a hug on a tough day, and regularly spending time together off set. Melissa also reflects on her transition from the long-running series Manifest to this new project, discussing how the "weirder and wackier" serial killers this season offer true crime and murder podcast fans exactly what they're looking for. With criminology courses under her belt and a deep interest in understanding the minds of killers, Melissa brings genuine passion to her role in a show that asks the provocative question: what if there really is a secret place where captured serial killers are kept alive?

Jane Seymour discusses her remarkable career spanning from playing Maria Callas to her iconic role as Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman—which still airs in 98 countries globally—while promoting her groundbreaking Playboy spread and Pop TV's comedy series "Let's Get Physical." Jane reflects on her most challenging roles, explaining that playing Callas was particularly difficult because actual footage existed for comparison and she had to convincingly portray an opera singer. She shares how her parents' World War II experiences (her mother in an internment camp, her father opening the gates of Bergen-Belsen) made "War and Remembrance" deeply meaningful, while "Somewhere in Time" remains her quintessential romance and "East of Eden" stands as a classic achievement alongside 160-170 hours of beautifully written Dr. Quinn episodes.

The legendary actress passionately advocates that women aren't "dead at 40 or 50" and emphasizes that sensuality comes from within—from feeling comfortable in your own skin without resorting to permanent surgeries. In "Let's Get Physical," Jane plays Janet Force, who inherits her late husband's 1980s aerobics empire after he created the fitness craze that Jane Fonda later popularized. She must revive the old-fashioned business while competing with modern metrics-driven fitness technology and convince her son—a failed aerobics star turned overweight rock musician with substance abuse issues—to win the National Aerobics Championship against his old nemesis Barry Cross. Beyond acting, Jane reveals her incredibly busy schedule managing 14 different design businesses including furniture, jewelry, and her Open Hearts collection, writing books, conducting art shows throughout Florida, and running the Open Hearts Foundation that accelerates smaller nonprofits, all while maintaining an active Instagram presence where she posts daily updates about her multifaceted life.

Mario Van Peebles brings his signature charisma to discussing Syfy's "Superstition," where he serves as director, writer, producer, and actor in a Gothic Americana series that explores the rich tapestry of American supernatural folklore. Drawing from his upbringing in the Van Peebles independent film family business—which he compares to growing up on a family farm where you learn every aspect of the operation—Mario explains how working with Clint Eastwood on "Heartbreak Ridge" reinforced the value of understanding all aspects of filmmaking. He dismisses the notion that his diverse recognition across demographics (from military fans of "Heartbreak Ridge" to brothers who loved "New Jack City" to Broadway audiences) means different things, noting with humor that people who've seen his "early porn work" are disappointed—though he's kidding about that last part.

Mario's vision for "Superstition" goes beyond typical monster-of-the-week storytelling, focusing on a loving family running the Hastings Funeral Home while battling infernal demons emerging as humanity damages the planet. He emphasizes incorporating the wisdom his father Melvin Van Peebles passed down, like "luck is preparation meets opportunity" and "it's not the stuff you face that defines you, it's how you face it that reveals you." Working alongside his daughter Morgana (who plays his granddaughter and enjoys calling him "grandpa" to his annoyance) and featuring a diverse cast representing white, Black, straight, and gay characters, the show forces audiences to embrace and learn from the human family that is America. Mario admits he avoids superstitions generally but confesses to recently disposing of his day-of-the-week socks after mixing up Thursday and Friday pairs felt like bad luck, and he definitely wasn't walking under a ladder on Friday the 13th while filming.

Jon Taffer, star of Spike TV's top-rated series Bar Rescue, recounts his improbable journey from college bartender studying political science in Denver to becoming one of television's most recognizable hospitality experts. Despite being told by a Paramount Television executive that he would "never be on television" and didn't have the right profile, Jon took it as a personal challenge. He invested his own money to shoot a three-minute sizzle reel of himself "screaming and yelling at people pretty much," brought it to five production companies, received four offers, and had Spike TV pick up the series just four days later—all within a year of that initial rejection.

As Bar Rescue celebrates its 100th episode with a special dual-bar rescue featuring two completely different businesses operating in the same location, Jon reflects on the profound education he's received about business failure throughout the series. Having worked with over 100 struggling bars, he's gained insights into failure that few successful business people ever see, as these failing owners couldn't afford to hire him in normal circumstances. Jon explains the show's success stems from two key elements: the universal relatability of bars (nearly everyone has considered owning one at some point) and the deeply human drama of watching people resist change, fight back, and ultimately transform and redeem themselves. He maintains close relationships with about half the bar owners he's rescued, staying connected with those who want his continued guidance while making himself available to all of them.

Paige Davis, the beloved host of Trading Spaces and Emmy-nominated star of OWN's Homemade Simple, opens up about her multifaceted entertainment career and upcoming role in the world premiere play "Dancing Lessons" at Barrington Stage. Paige traces her journey from studying dance at a performing arts high school in Louisville and Southern Methodist University through summer stock and regional theater to landing on Broadway in Chicago—a role she's returned to multiple times over a decade, each time discovering new depths in the character. She candidly discusses how Trading Spaces, her first major television work in her 30s, opened doors she never imagined and continues to give her advantages years later, ensuring her calls are always taken and she gets meetings even as her "fame skillet has cooled."

Currently channeling her creative energy into her blog "Positively Paige" at PaigeDavis.com, Paige writes honestly about everything from her husband and what it's like to be an aging dancer to Monica Lewinsky's Vanity Fair article and the jealousy she feels toward the 20-year-old across the hall. She's thrilled about originating a role for the first time in "Dancing Lessons," a two-hander play with Tony-nominated actor John Cariani about an autistic man and an injured Broadway dancer who help each other grow. Drawing on her personal experience with a niece who has Asperger's and her own current disc injury requiring physical therapy, Paige brings authentic understanding to this touching story that explores how differently-abled individuals navigate relationships while celebrating the autism community's perspective on love and connection.

Larry Thomas, forever immortalized as the Soup Nazi from Seinfeld's iconic episode, shares the remarkable story of how one guest appearance 21 years ago transformed into a thriving brand partnership with The Original SoupMan company. Larry explains how he reconnected with Al Yeganeh, the real soup man who inspired his character, after years of being recognized everywhere he went. The partnership became natural when innovative Tetra Carton technology allowed Al to mass-produce his exceptional soups while maintaining the fresh taste and quality ingredients he was known for, creating a perfect opportunity for Larry to become the brand's official spokesman.

Larry dispels the myth of being typecast, proudly pointing to his diverse IMDB credits including recent Lifetime movies where he plays everyday American characters far removed from his Seinfeld persona. He describes his nationwide promotional tours across supermarket chains like Kroger, Safeway, Publix, and Wegmans, where he autographs soup cartons, takes photos with fans, and yes, randomly yells "No soup for you!" at delighted customers. From his appearances at the original soup stand at 55th and 8th Avenue in New York to stores throughout Michigan, Texas, Florida, Tennessee, and beyond, Larry's enthusiasm for the product is genuine—he truly believes it's the best soup in any supermarket and loves sharing it with fans who remember his unforgettable Seinfeld moment.