ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones

CBS News Senior Meteorologist Rob Marciano joins Randall Kenneth Jones for an eye-opening conversation about the technologies shaping our future—and why we should feel hopeful about them.  Drawing from his new National Geographic book, "The Next Big Thing: Innovations for a Better, Smarter, Stronger Tomorrow" (co-authored with James Trefil), Marciano explores everything from artificial intelligenc...

Storyteller Aaron Calafato joins Randall Kenneth Jones for a heartfelt, funny, and deeply human conversation about the power of story, purpose, and connection. From Randall’s unforgettable 1982 singing telegram to Pat Benatar — and the emotional full-circle moment decades later — to Aaron’s revelation about performing for just two audience members as if it were Madison Square Garden, this episode...

In this vibrant, deeply personal, and laugh-out-loud episode of ON THE KNOWS, host Randall Kenneth Jones welcomes back entertainment insider and author Rob Shuter to discuss his debut novel “It Started with a Whisper”—a story rooted in truth, friendship, ambition, and the complicated world of celebrity gossip. From the moment Jones attempts to imitate Shuter’s signature “Hello, hello, hello” kicks...

In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, rock icon Pat Benatar joins Jones for an intimate, funny, and deeply reflective conversation about creativity, longevity, and the power of connection. Benatar dives into the mindset that has fueled her decades-long career. She shares how kindness, curiosity, and being fully present shaped her journey, including...

Go beyond the familiar voice and discover the heart, artistry, and insight behind one of technology's most recognizable features, Siri. In this engaging episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, host Randall Kenneth Jones welcomes not just a legendary guest—but a longtime collaborator and close friend, Susan Bennett, best known as the Original Voice of Siri. For nearly a decade, Bennett...

In this episode of On the Knows with Randall Kenneth Jones, Randy sits down with actor Tina Chiang, who stars as innocent yet spirited Sister Peter on the hit BritBox series "Sister Boniface Mysteries." Known for her compelling stage and screen presence, brilliant facial expressions, and thoughtful approach to storytelling, Chiang discusses her experience bringing complex characters to life in the...

What does it mean to matter? Why do humans seek meaning, purpose, and recognition? Award-winning philosopher, public intellectual, and bestselling author Rebecca Newberger Goldstein joins ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones to explore the psychology and philosophy of mattering, human identity, morality, and the search for meaning. Goldstein is the author of ten acclaimed books blending philoso...

Listening to the ON THE KNOWS podcast with master interviewer Randall Kenneth Jones as he sits down with acclaimed author Patrick Ryan is a must for fans of literary fiction, family sagas, and deep-dive storytelling. This 2026 interview explores the creative process behind Ryan's expansive 2025 novel, Buckeye, a "Read With Jenna" book club pick that spent multiple weeks on the New York Times bests...

Film historian and acclaimed New York Times bestselling biographer Scott Eyman has written the definitive biography of Hollywood icon Joan Crawford, drawing on never-before-seen documents and photos from the Crawford estate. Joan Crawford flourished for decades, working for multiple studios in every genre from romance to westerns ("Mildred Pierce," "Johnny Guitar"), musicals to noir ("Torch Song,"...

Imagine your home suddenly transformed into a Hollywood icon. That's precisely what happened to John Abendshien, whose real-life house became the star of "Home Alone." More than just a film set, it turned into a character of its own, filled with traps and slapstick chaos that helped make the movie a global hit. Decades later, the house remains legendary. Tourists visit, merchandise abounds—even gi...

Mark Malkoff is a comedian, writer, and podcast host. He has been featured on Today, Good Morning America, CNN, NPR's Weekend Edition, and for eight years hosted the popular podcast The Carson Podcast. His new book, "Love Johnny Carson," is a wildly entertaining account by one of the world's most obsessed and informed fans of TV icon Johnny Carson, setting the record straight on Carson's legacy an...

Once a niche medical procedure, egg freezing is now a billion-dollar industry that promises women the ability to pause their biological clocks and extend their reproductive choices. For some, it's a path to empowerment; for others, it's a costly gamble in an unregulated system with no guarantees. Through the experiences of three American women navigating the process, this documentary examines the...

Dive into the behind-the-scenes world of the movie business, where entertainment strategist Kevin Goetz reveals the pivotal intersection of creative instinct and audience insight. This is the sweet spot where the business of film meets the art of storytelling. When it comes to cinematic success, every detail matters—from early concept to the final marketing push. "How to Score in Hollywood" is a p...

This episode will help you start to understand how to embrace your emotional ghosts and transform them into catalysts for healing and growth. Her third appearance with Randall Kenneth Jones, B. A. Crisp is a strategist at Crisp Concepts, Inc., in Herndon, VA. Her professional portfolio ranges from psychiatric assessment specialist to adviser with the Department of Homeland Security's Science & Tec...

This episode will help you understand how art—specifically cinema—can grow in importance over time, and our ongoing exploration of art continues to shed valuable light on the human condition. #ArtIsLife Today, more than 70 years after it premiered, "Sunset Boulevard" remains the finest ever movie made about the pathology of fame: those who lose it, those who abuse it, and those who never attain it...

This episode will help you KNOW more about the value of thoughtfully capturing and sharing one's legacy, accepting your past, including the highs and the lows, and giving credit where credit is due. In the mid-1980s, LGBTQ+ trailblazer Edwards carved his path alongside icons like Donna Summer and Joan Rivers. Over the decades, he built a reputation as a multi-award-winning talent executive, client...

This episode will help you KNOW more about the value of thoughtfully capturing and sharing one's legacy—and giving credit where credit is due. Michael Seth Starr covered television at the New York Post as a reporter, columnist, critic, and editor for over 28 years. He has written a filmography of Peter Sellers and biographies of Rodney Dangerfield, Don Rickles, Bob Newhart, Art Carney, Joey Bishop...

After listening to this very personal episode, you will KNOW more about the importance of, not just finding, but understanding joy. For more than 30 years, Bob Burg has been successfully showing entrepreneurs, leaders, and sales professionals how to build relationships, communicate their value, and accelerate their business growth. Although for years he was best known for his sales classic, "Endle...

Adam Levy brings over 25 years of diverse legal experience to the bench, serving as one of three judges on Prime Video's Tribunal Justice, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. Podcast Highlights: • Levy talks about being part of a legal dynasty, including his mother, Judge Judy Sheindlin • Levy discusses how the "rule of law" applied at home • Levy shares the importance his mother's work ethic had on...

John Quiñones is an ABC News correspondent who reports across "20/20," "Nightline" and "Good Morning America." During his 40-year tenure at ABC News, he has reported extensively for all programs and platforms and served as anchor of "What Would You Do?" and "Primetime." This discussion focused primarily on his work on "What Would You Do?," which just began its 17th Season on ABC. Podcast Highlight...

Not long ago, Steven Petrow experienced one of the worst years of his life. He lost both his parents, separated from his husband, and learned that his sister had metastatic cancer. He began to question: how can one find joy during incredibly difficult times? Award-winning Washington Post columnist Petrow explains that joy is not only around us, but within us. He examines this and so much more in h...

Geri Jewell started her career as a stand-up comic, and is best known for her role as "Cousin Geri" on the ground-breaking sitcom NBC's "The Facts of Life," and a reoccurring role in HBO's "Deadwood." Geri has appeared on numerous comedy cable shows such as A&E's Evening at the Improv, VHI's Spotlight, and Comedy Central. She appeared in the Emmy® Award winning movie Two of a Kind, with George Bur...

Today we are celebrating our 200th Episode with the return of a special friend of the podcast, Judge Tanya Acker. Acker serves as one of three judges on Amazon Freevee's Tribunal Justice, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. Acker also hosts "The Tanya Acker Show" podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocketcasts. Most recently, Acker was a judge on the Emmy-nominated series, "Hot Ben...

Rolonda Watts' name, face, and distinctive voice have been known by audiences everywhere, thanks to her many award-winning works in television, radio, film, theatre, digital media, stand-up comedy, motivational speaking, and author of DESTINY LINGERS, her award-winning romance suspense novel, endorsed by Dr. Maya Angelou. Most know her by one name, Rolonda, under which she launched her own interna...

Michael Sheldrick is a global gamechanger. A policy entrepreneur, Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact and Government Affairs Officer at Global Citizen, he is also the author of the amazing new book, "From Ideas to Impact." He is a driving force behind the efforts of Global Citizen to end extreme poverty. Michael leads the organization's campaigns to rally support from governments, businesses and f...