A Cigar on the Deck: Recent Episodes
Randy Wyles
News anchor, producer, author, and private investigator Randy Wyles shares thoughts and opinions on stories he's covered, people he's met, maybe a book or two that he's enjoyed - or even some he's written. He'll also bring on the occasional guest as he relaxes during the best part of the day - enjoying a cigar on the deck.
Join Randy Wyles as he tells the remembrance of the 75th anniversary of V-E Day that you probably missed because COVID-19 seams to be dominating the news. Yet not entirely. Joe Biden, Democratic nominee for the United States Presidency, has made it into the news cycle... ...at least, a few inches above the fold. Randy talks about the timing of some serious accusations and whether or not their credibility should be taken with a grain of salt.
A character that could only be described today as one of America’s very first action hero’s. Randy isn’t talking about the usual cast of characters we all know and love like Washington, Franklin, or Jefferson. This is someone that could actually give today’s Jack Ryan or Jason Bourne a run for their money.
An unforeseen disaster rallies the nation to quickly close ranks and stand together as the country’s brightest mind, steeped in the "Can Do" spirit for which America is well know, work around the clock to overcome insurmountable odds. Randy isn't...
Since we’re all “hunkered down” as they say down south, Randy shares his thoughts about how to get through the “shelter at home” era with some interesting ideas and suggestions. Alcohol may be involved
"The Gambler, he broke even." Randy shares his thoughts about the passing of music legend Kenny Rogers.
Randy returns from a winter hiatus to land right in the middle of a left wing induced panic. But all you need to do is wash your hands, relax, take a deep breath (no mask required) and stop paying attention to "fake news" and the things that don't matter.
Does the impeachment process protect us from ourselves or is it just another barrel full of monkeys in the biggest three-ring circus since Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey? Randy takes a look at the real reason for the impeachment of President Trump and to what end the outcome will lead.
How many times have you thought, "I can't believe they stopped making that... it was legendary, a one of a kind."Well, on rare occasion, even the "Powers That Be" realize they've messed up when they shut something down and decide to bring it back. Who can forget when Coca-Cola stopped making the original Coke... only to later bend to public demand and bring it back? Well, Randy Wyles has just found out about another legend's return that thinks is right on target.
It's 2020 and we're coming up on another presidential election, which raises the question: just how much stock should be put in the political predictions of pollsters?
Do you have a Christmas memory that lives on to this day? Randy reminisces about a special Christmas gift that helped continue family tradition year after year.
Randy talks with authors Robbyn Swan and Anthony Summers, who conduct a deeper investigation into what really occurred leading up to the attack in their book, A Matter of Honor.
As some are concerned with the attempted impeachment of President Donald Trump, Randy has a few thoughts about what's actually important.
Randy interviews Pat Hall, whose grandmother owned the boarding house where Lee Harvey Oswald was staying at the time of the Kennedy assassination.
Randy gets personal in this week’s episode, sharing how he came to his conviction and how his eyes have been opened over the years.
Randy reminisces about his first firearm after stumbling upon the exact model in the vintage showcase at Dawsonville Gun.
Randy interviews some Dawsonville locals about its paranormal activity... and if you're craving more thrills, here are some of the other famous historical haunts found around Atlanta.
The U.S. military has been pulled out of Syria and the Turks have invaded, which has sparked a political debate. Why are we involved? And should we care?
Taking care of your team is one of the most important basics of running a successful business, but has it been forgotten in today's corporate world? Randy has experienced both ends of the spectrum and has some wise words for big businesses.
Randy experiences first-hand the downside of America currently having the lowest unemployment rate since the late 60's.
Randy explains the history of Labor Day, as well as some more interesting information regarding the history of wages among our American heroes and politicians.
Randy discusses why he believes the trade war with China is truly being blown out of proportion.
This summer has been the hottest since records started being kept in 1880, but can we really attribute it to global warming? Randy brings up a few key points that seem to be ignored by liberals.
Following the despicable act of domestic terrorism by a 21-year-old white supremacist in a Wal-Mart in El Paso, Randy has a few thoughts on the controversial response to the tragedy by the Mexican government.
After being admitted to the hospital for the first time since early childhood, Randy experiences firsthand what the "Un-Affordable" Care Act has done to improve the healthcare industry.... or not.
Randy discusses some interesting facts about the 1969 moon landing, as well as some thoughts and inside information shared with him personally by a few of the famous moon walkers he's had the pleasure of meeting.