Richard is taking a much needed day off and Kip Keefer is filling in on this Columbus Day edition of the show. In fact, that's how the show opened, with a discussion on Columbus and his escapades.

Dr. Andy joins the show and recaps his vacation, discuss the latest goings on with Bowe Bergdahl (you thought we forgot him) and much, much more.

What is better to talk about on a Friday than the odd and amazing things that are taking place in kitchens across this great country?

With few new details regarding the Las Vegas shooter, it's a bit of a slower news day. So with that in mind, Richard moves on to some of the smaller stories and humorous dialogue.

Dr. Josh is back in and the therapy session starts now. Among the topics discussed are the Big Stupid Question, the shooting in Las Vegas and the pending arrival of Tropical Storm Nate.

Richard talks to James Hirsen about the problems that the Democrats have to address, the Left's continued attempts to confiscate guns and Richard explains the failure that is Chipotle's new queso.

Richard offers you his weekly grilling tip, this time on how to create a tantalizing chili just in time for autumn.

James, the man who ties what's going on in D.C. to what's happening in Hollywood, joins the show to explain the nature and hypocrisy of the Left and where the Democrats stand as a party.

As is his Thursday custom, Spud postpones his mid-morning nap to join Richard and kick around the issues of the day.

It's officially 'Happy Hour' on the Dixon Show and that means you better not bring down the mood or you will be buzzed by the humdrum horn.