Ricky's Big World

Drop us a message Howdy y’all! In Episode 10 of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky and Rox dive into another whirlwind of hilarious antics and unforgettable family stories. From chaotic crouton battles and headphone mix-ups to disastrous haircuts and the wild tale of a raccoon baptism, this episode is packed with laughs and Southern charm!  Tune in as Ricky apologizes for the ongoing headphone color confusi...

Drop us a message Howdy y’all! In Episode 9 of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky shares some of his most unforgettable and hilarious hair-related adventures. From the regret of getting a shaved head live on air to the traumatic experience of a disastrous perm, this episode dives deep into the trials and tribulations of maintaining (or losing) hair.  Join Ricky and Roxanna as they recount: - Live Shaved Hea...

Drop us a message Howdy y’all! In Episode 8 of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky takes you on a wild ride through some of the most outrageous Memorial Day memories. From Uncle PK Bottoms' ingenious time-sharing cows and chickens for fresh milk and eggs, to the chaotic flaming chicken incident that turned Auntie Wigs' wig shop into a booming business!  Join us as we dive into: - Memorial Day Misha...

Drop us a message Ricky’s back with another episode packed full of hilarious mishaps, family stories, and his infamous last-minute Dollar Store Mother’s Day gift! From almost gifting his wife a toilet brush to his cousin Jed’s tragic BBQ attempt involving bleach-soaked chicken, this episode dives into the unforgettable (and unfortunate) events that happen when good intentions go hilariously wrong....

Drop us a message In this wild episode of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky shares the shocking story of losing his toe (and flushing it!), battling a life-threatening disease, and navigating life as a double amputee. But that's not all—get ready for a deep dive into crazy Disney mishaps, gator encounters, and a zipline story that sounds straight out of an adventure movie! With the perfect mix of humo...

Drop us a message Buckle up, y’all — it’s story time!  In this episode of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky dives into some of his craziest broadcasting moments, including the time he was kidnapped (well, sort of) in a stolen radio van! From dealing with unexpected car chases to radio stalkers licking the studio windows, Ricky shares the wildest behind-the-scenes tales from his decades-long career. Plus, t...

Drop us a message Howdy, y’all! Welcome back to Ricky’s Big World!  In this episode, Ricky shares stories from deep in the Georgia backwoods, introducing us to his colorful cast of family characters, including Auntie Wiggs, Uncle Pork Bottoms, and cousin Jed — who’s planning a raccoon baptism of all things. From wild Disney World adventures that went nowhere fast to tales of mafia ties and cinnamo...

Drop us a message Y’all, welcome back to Ricky’s Big World!  In this episode, Ricky dives into his unexpected adventures in the world of acting — from landing a role on Chicago PD to working alongside the legendary Eric Roberts. But don’t worry, there’s still plenty of southern humor and Pizza World love as he navigates everything from top-secret sauces to why taking backend credits might be the s...

Drop us a message Welcome back, y'all!  In this episode of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky Bartlett dives into the deep-fried details of southern living, car chaos, and some unexpected family drama. From his brand-new (but not-so-reliable) Audi to the epic family feud over a Cadillac, the laughs don’t stop. Ricky takes us on a ride through car troubles, pickle pizza revelations, and the one rule you...

Drop us a message  Welcome to the debut of Ricky’s Big World—where radio meets pizza in Cedar Rapids, IA!  Dive into a world where every slice tells a story. Join Ricky Bartlett—radio host, actor, and inspirational figure—as he shares tales from his life, laughs from behind the scenes, and the joy of new adventures.  In the very first episode of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky kicks off with a bang! From...