More To Say, with Randi Naughton

The incomparable Tim Ezell has helped start your morning with a smile for more than 2 decades on FOX-2.  Now he’s stepping away to better care for his health and family as he battles Parkinson’s disease. I am joined by my longtime broadcast partner John Pertzborn for this lively, candid, funny & poignant discussion about our time together on the air and what’s next for Tim.

Comedian  Greg Warren  recently sat down for an episode of the  More to Say podcast  to talk comedy, life on the road, and his latest projects. Fresh off a killer stand-up set on  The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon , Greg is also currently co-hosting the new primetime game show, The Greatest Average American, alongside  Nate Bargatze . You can catch Greg’s unique brand of "average" wisdom ever...

We talk w/legendary St. Louis Blues player Kelly Chase about his ongoing battle with cancer and how he's again gathering some of his famous friends (Brett Hull, Garth Brooks, Brendan Shanahan, Dierks Bentley)  for the 3rd annual 'Puck Cancer' game on Mar 27 at Centene Community Ice Center in Maryland Heights.  

Leland Vittert was nonverbal until the age of 3.  He was bullied in school and labeled ‘weird’. Leland discusses his moving new memoir,  Born Lucky , an instant New York Times bestseller that redefines what it means to live with autism and his incredible bond with his father who helped him through it all. We chat about his stint as an intern in a St. Louis newsroom, his reporting from war-torn Mid...

Most people would do anything for the wellbeing of their pets.  Some are even forced to choose between housing and keeping their pets. Rising costs of pet ownership, including significant increases in veterinary care linked to private equity buyouts, are making pet ownership feel like a luxury. We talk with both Gateway Pet Guardians and The Animal Protective Assn. of Missouri about the rising cos...

He's been calling games for Decades!  Now sports broadcaster Joe Buck is headed to the MLB Hall of Fame! In this encore presentation, we chat about raising twin boys, his storied career, his favorite play calls and whether his Super Bowl prediction was on target.

Provident Behavioral Health has served the St. Louis community since 1860, specializing in accessible mental health services for individuals of all ages. We talk about what they offer, how you can get help and the 2026 Spirit of Provident Gala on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the iconic Chase Park Plaza!

It started with a smiley face.  Now emojis are an extension of our language. Why do they make us feel happy, confused or even annoyed? We talk it over w/ Dr. Scott Varda from Baylor’s Dep. of Communications—a scholar who digs deep into how rhetoric shapes public culture. What are the meanings behind our favorite & least favorites & why some hit differently.

Road Trip! Discover the hidden gems of the Show-Me State!  We chat with Caitlin Yager author of   Small Town Missouri: Legends, Lore, and Attractions in the Show Me State Plan your next Missouri road trip and see the state through the eyes of a lifelong resident dedicated to humanizing small-town America.

Sharon Fiehler, is the author of the impactful book and non-profit ABC to CEO! Hear the invaluable lessons that paved her path to success, and insights for aspiring leaders at every career stage. Get  lessons and key takeaways for anyone ready to redefine their career journey, and why CEO is in reach!  

Randi and John...UNFILTERED! John Pertzborn & Randi Naughton are now former news anchors from FOX-2 St Louis. Now, both retired from the news biz, Randi sits down with John to discuss life after work, how retirements is going for him so far and what's next! Will there be cussing?....Maybe

Maxine Clark is the founder of Build-A-Bear Workshop®..  She also founded the Clark-Fox Family Foundation, which develops programs and opportunities for many in the St. Lous community. Find out what still drives this inspiring woman and keeps her going to serve the community!

One of my fave hashtags is #outdoorseveryday The Gateway Outdoor Expo has everything to get outdoors. Gear, kids activities, demos, etc! Brad Kovach has all the info! Happening this weekend Nov 15-16 in the St. Charles Convention Center. Go...Get out!! www.gatewayoutdoorexpo.com

The is nothing like live theatre! The Fabulous Fox in St. Louis has an amazing lineup for thier Broadway Series. "The Notebook" the Musical is on stage Nov 4-16. It features young actor Connor Richardson making his tour debut! We chat about acting, his 1st tour and what he knows about STL get tickets fabulousfox.com  

Christopher Smith Smith met a woman online. On their 1st date, they were ambushed by her jealous ex. The man shot both, killing her & leaving Smith critically injured. This case was turned into a 48 Hrs. episode. He talks about that night & his recovery & new book "My Fatal First Date"

They've been making music for 50-years.  (Jackie Blue, If you Wanna Get to heaven, Chicken Train) The Ozark Mountain Daredevils are on their final tour!  See them at www.thefactorystl on Sunday Oct. 19th. Hear my lively chat with one of the founding members Michael "Supe" Granda as he talks about their legacy, the music and what else he is doing in life!

Admit it, how many sick days did you spend as a kid watching Wheel of Fortune?  Now you can see it LIVE at The Factory in Chesterfield Oct 21st. I talk with Wheel host Mark L. Walberg about his life as a game show host and what fans can expect when they try to win big money on the WOF stage! www.thefactorystl.com https://www.wheeloffortunelive.com/    

The 12 weeks after birth is one of the most transformative & challenging times in a new mother’s life. There is no instruction book for new Moms, but there IS a class for that! New Mom School has a new location in St. Louis. https://newmomschool.com/stl-west-county-mo/ We chat with Ali Kochtanek about their classes for newborns, infants & 2nd time Moms.    

My podcast partner and St. Louis Producer, Logan Janis, joins the show and catches us up on events, contests and all thing Mostly Superheroes the Podcast and Team Jakey.  www.teamjakey.org   www.mostlysuperheroes.com www.carrieclarkdesign.com  

It has been 50-years since the fall of Saigon.  That day, April 30, 1975 marked the end of the Vietnam War. Tram Anh Nguyen was one of the babies airlifted out with her family. Now she is an award winning journalist and TV producer who settled in St. Louis to build families, lives, businesses and careers. This compelling conversation with Tram Anh features details about her newly produced document...

Sept 20th!! it's the 12th Annual Memorial Gentleman Jake Cornhole Tournament Family friendly event at Knights of Columbus Council 2951 in Florissant. Live DJ,  Food & Bev, Helicopter, bounce houses, Caricature Artist, Magician, Face Painting, Raffles, Silent Auction & Uno the mini horse! This event was created to honor the life of Jake Zeller who died by suicide.  What began as a tribute,...

Riizestrips.com is taking over social media and college campuses! You've seen them everywhere! Dr. Joe Moleski tells us how this new dissolvable, under the tongue strip can help you get more energy, more vitamins, more sleep, help w/hangovers & more in a FASTER, EASIER delivery system.    

The Giving Green Charity Pub crawl is the viral bar-golf trend...gamified fore 9-creat causes!  We talk with the organizer James Brunts about this inaugural event featuring 9-bars in the historic Soulard neighborhood in St. Louis! https://www.thegivinggreen.org/

Sept 20th!! it's the 12th Annual Memorial Gentleman Jake Cornhole Tournament Family friendly event at Knights of Columbus Council 2951 in Florissant. Live DJ,  Food & Bev, SWAT Team Presentation, Helicopter, bounce houses, Caricature Artist, Magician, Face Painting, Raffles, Silent Auction & Uno the mini horse! This event was created to honor the life of Jake Zeller who died by suicide.  W...

Exclusive Presenting Sponsor Riize Strips www.riizestrips.com Joe Buck is one of the most recognizable and accomplished voices in sports broadcasting, having called some of the biggest moments in modern sports—from Super Bowls to World Series championships— We chat about his 4th season on Monday Night Football, raising twin 7 year old boys, his '25 Super Bowl prediction & what two rock & r...