Feel Dumb For Asking with Ronnie & Bo: Recent Episodes
Ronnie Merrell & Bo Woods
Alex Vailas was a social media ‘influencer’ before the term existed. Over the past decade with over a million followers, Alex has helped brands like Target, Home Depot and Coca Cola produce digital online content. She has been deemed Pinterest’s Top Pinner by InStyle and Business Insider Magazine.
In the last few years, Alex and her two kids experienced a challenging family situation that left Alex to rebuild almost every aspect of her life. Ronnie & Bo learn a lot about personal value, worth, and identity - and how to rebuild it - from a strong, resilient, humble, creative woman who’s done just that.
Check out more about Alex at www.avestyles.com and wait for an upcoming additional episode with Alex on ‘How Can You Get the Good Out of Social Media Without Getting Killed By the Bad?’
Pastor Brian Holland returns to simplify the calling of Jesus to His followers. Join Ronnie & Bo and Brian for a great conversation that cuts through a lot of overcomplicated thoughts and ideas about what it means to follow Jesus.
Brian Holland is the campus pastor at Purpose Church in Claremont, CA. He's a phenomenal pastor, communicator, dad and husband.
Pastor Brian Holland of Purpose Church in Claremont, CA walks Ronnie & Bo through a clear picture of what God intended His Church to look like - and the guys discuss (and laugh) their way through some of the challenges and joys facing God's people today.
Brian Holland has been in ministry for over 20 years and is a gifted communicator, writer, pastor, and family man. Don't miss this important answer to an often neglected question.
Ronnie & Bo want to know how to be the best parents they can be - especially when it comes to supporting their kids well in sports. They take tips of former pro-soccer player and coach, Andy McDermott, and find that many of these important tips for the kid sports world apply to parenting in general! If you want to give the best experience to your kids and not embarrass or harm them for life, you'll want to hear this advice!
Andy McDermott is a former college and professional soccer player, Tactical Response Unit police officer, and fitness trainer. He has over 100 articles published in national media like Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, and USA Today. Andy has acted in over 30 films, television shows, and commercials including Everything Must Go with Will Ferrell, Baby Driver, and Magnum PI.
In 2017, Andy helped launch a massive sports facility in the San Francisco area where he helped coach and develop roughly 1500 student athletes. He holds the highest level of designation from the US Soccer National-A Youth License for coaching. Currently, he and his family live in the Chicago area where is helping launch another multi-million dollar sports facility that will provide many under-resourced kids the opportunity for sports training and coaching. As president of Intentional Sports, Andy will lead the launch and development of this new endeavor.
Follow Andy @andywhatsnext on IG, Twitter, YouTube, and FB.
Ronnie & Bo figure out how to get in shape as friend, Andy McDermott, shares the top 5 tips for establishing a healthy lifestyle. Andy McDermott is a former college and professional soccer player, Tactical Response Unit police officer, and fitness trainer. He has over 100 articles published in national media like Men's Fitness, Muscle & Fitness, and USA Today. Andy has acted in over 30 films, television shows, and commercials including Everything Must Go with Will Ferrell, Baby Driver, and Magnum PI.
In 2017, Andy helped launch a massive sports facility in the San Francisco area where he helped coach and develop roughly 1500 student athletes. He holds the highest level of designation from the US Soccer National-A Youth License for coaching. Currently, he and his family live in the Chicago area where is helping launch another multi-million dollar sports facility that will provide many under-resourced kids the opportunity for sports training and coaching. As president of Intentional Sports, Andy will lead the launch and development of this new endeavor.
So, find out from a real expert the TOP 5 guidelines for developing a healthy lifestyle!
In PART TWO of this important series, SHAWN MCBRIDE preps RONNIE & BO on 5 things every WOMAN needs in a relationship. Shawn McBride is a pastor, author, speaker, and marriage & family therapist who's been helping families for over 20 years.
Whether your marriage need some help right now, you're looking to improve an already healthy marriage, or just trying to learn some important things before you dive into an important relationship, Pastor Shawn's advice will help!
You'll learn to identify, understand, and meet some of the needs of your spouse or future spouse, experiencing some of the real joy of what your marriage could be. Catch part one on 5 things every MAN needs in episode 8 last week.
If you need extra help, personal counseling, couples counseling, or are in an unhealthy or abusive relationship feel free to contact Pastor Shawn at COUPLES COUNSELING.ORG. Zoom counseling sessions available.
You'll laugh, learn, and definitely be able to love your spouse better than ever.
Special Guest SHAWN MCBRIDE schools RONNIE & BO on 5 things every MAN needs in a relationship in part one of this special two-part series. Shawn McBride is a pastor, author, speaker, and marriage & family therapist who's been helping families for over 20 years.
Whether your marriage need some help right now, you're looking to improve an already healthy marriage, or just trying to learn some important things before you dive into an important relationship, Pastor Shawn's advice will help!
You'll learn to identify, understand, and meet some of the needs of your spouse or future spouse, experiencing some of the real joy of what your marriage could be. Don't miss the second part of this series answering what a WOMAN NEEDS in relationship coming next week.
If you need extra help, personal counseling, couples counseling, or are in an unhealthy or abusive relationship feel free to contact Pastor Shawn at COUPLES COUNSELING.ORG. Zoom counseling sessions available.
You'll laugh, learn, and definitely be able to love your spouse better than ever.
Ronnie and Bo have continue a conversation about emotions, turning to how we might be able to heal up, fill up, or recover emotionally. Does time heal all wounds? Are there things we can do to speed up - or slow down - the healing process? Listen in and know we'll be praying for you as you listen.
Email Ronnie & Bo with your own questions @ronnieandboshow@gmail.com and remember you never have to feel dumb for asking!
Ronnie and Bo have a conversation about emotions and what to do with them in this episode. Are they all valid? Are they all helpful? What's God got to do with emotions? Listen in and find out!
Email Ronnie & Bo with your own questions @ronnieandboshow@gmail.com and remember you never have to feel dumb for asking!
Ronnie & Bo give simple answers to questions you might feel too dumb for asking!
This episode, the guys answer 'How should I read the Bible?'
There's a lot God wants to communicate to us in the Bible! Life-changing stuff. But how do you even begin to understand what you're reading in the midst of a lot of confusing things written thousands of years ago in an entirely different culture? Listen in for a good start at some helpful tools in how to go about reading the Bible.
Ronnie & Bo give simple answers to questions you might feel too dumb for asking!
This episode, the guys answer 'What is the Bible?'
Is it a good book? A weird book? Maybe even harmful? Is it made up by people or inspired by God? Listen in for a quick, good start toward an answer.
Ronnie & Bo give simple answers to questions you might feel too dumb for asking!
This episode, the guys answer 'Was Jesus really human?'
Sometimes it might feel weird to consider that Jesus was fully human. But listen in on why Jesus humanity matters.
Ronnie & Bo give simple answers to questions you might feel too dumb for asking!
This episode, the guys answer 'What is love anyway?'
Is love just an emotion? Who gets to define or decide what love really is? What does God have to say about love? Hang around and found out.
The Ronnie & Bo Show presents Feel Dumb for Asking! It's the start new season of life!
Ronnie & Bo start playing around with some questions about life and faith, giving some simple answers to questions you might feel too dumb to ask.
This episode, the guys answer 'Why Can Life Be Such a Struggle?"
D.B. Sweeney is an accomplished actor, writer & director. He has more than 90 movie credits to his name. Sweeney's latest project is a series of shorts called 'Two Dum Micks'. Watch the video version of this interview here.
D.B. Sweeney is an accomplished actor, writer & director. He has more than 90 movie credits to his name. Sweeney's latest project is a series of shorts called 'Two Dum Micks'. Watch the video version of this interview here.
Ronnie & Bo start their show with a "Bo Knows" then Bo is so excited to talk with Michael Burger that he forgets to even say "Hello". Ronnie almost loses the interview by sharing a personal story about the first time he met Michael Burger, some 20 years ago, but because it's such a sweet story Michael stays to share incredible stories about nearly winning a Steve Martin look & sound alike contest, his first big break into show business as well as personal stories about Jonathan Winters, Robert Goulet and Betty White. Michael comes prepared with stories that relate to both Ronnie & Bo. Learn about his start in comedy, his Mike & Maty show, game show hosting and about his professional speaking career and books that he has authored. The Ronnie & Bo show is brought to you by Prescott Realty, Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service and Signalsaz.com.
In Part Two of this interview with speaker-extraordinaire, Chris Simning, Chris walks the guys through some serious, deeply impactful, and hopeful words for all of us trying to cope with the struggles of life. Ronnie & Bo finally guess correctly about Chris' 2 Truths & A Lie as things wrap up.
Chris is not a disabled speaker but a speaker who just so happens to have a disability. His story provides hope in a world that seems bleak, and encourages people who need to be inspired by the faithfulness of the Lord, Who is with us even when His presence is not felt. His zeal for the Bible, not to mention his humorous personality, is contagious. Chris speaks to churches, retreats, and youth conferences nationally as well as internationally. Get ready to laugh and cry your way through these two episodes!
Strap in for a special two-part episode as Ronnie & Bo sit down with the incomparable international speaker Chris Simning. The guys show off by including Chris in not one, but ALL of their segments including Bo Knows, a stupid Ronnie & Bo Poll, Canadian or Dead, and Who Can Top Who On This Day In History. Then Chris walks them through waking up in 8th grade to a life-changing and rare muscle & nerve disease, how Jesus uses his story and his brokenness to help people all over the world, and then tries to stump Ronnie & Bo with 2 Truths & A Lie.
Chris is not a disabled speaker but a speaker who just so happens to have a disability. His story provides hope in a world that seems bleak, and encourages people who need to be inspired by the faithfulness of the Lord, Who is with us even when His presence is not felt. His zeal for the Bible, not to mention his humorous personality, is contagious. Chris speaks to churches, retreats, and youth conferences nationally as well as internationally. Get ready to laugh and cry your way through these two episodes!
The guys wake up comedian Andrew Norelli with their phone call and then he gives them the inside scoop on all things comedy. He's got plenty to share having made numerous late night appearances including with David Letterman, Craig Ferguson, and Jimmy Kimmel. Andrew cracks up Ronnie & Bo telling them about the ins and outs of comedy writing, performing for television audiences versus in clubs or corporate gigs, and what's like to do a Ted Talk!
Ronnie & Bo laugh it up and get some comedy education as they talk with comedian Joey Medina in this episode. One of "The Original Latin Kings of Comedy" along with Cheech Marin, Paul Rodriguez, and George Lopez, Joey has made over 50 television appearances including his own comedy special "Taking Off the Gloves" on Showtime. The guys chat through his boxing background, how he made the move into comedy, and what it's like performing for troops overseas.
Ronnie & Bo laugh through this whole episode with the hilariously laid-back comedian Andrew Sleighter. Andrew performs at clubs and festivals nationwide and made his Late Night debut on Conan. He wrote and blogged for the Sports Show with Norm MacDonald on Comedy Central and performed on NBC's Last Comic Standing. The guys chat with him about comedy, travel life, and getting finding a wife for his buddy Brandt - which is also the subject of Andrew's podcast "Let's Get Brandt Married."
The guys sit down with Peter Geiger, editor of the Farmers' Almanac, for one of their most fascinating episodes yet. Started back in 1818, the Farmers' Almanac is North America's most trusted source for long-range weather predictions, humor, fun facts, and valuable advice. Peter Geiger is the Alamanac's editor and philomath (lover of learning), and took the reigns from his dad as editor in 1994. He and his work with education has earned Peter national recognition, most notably from President George H.W. Bush. Ronnie & Bo get lessons in weather, history, and helpful life-hacks that will put a smile on your face!
Ronnie & Bo have the privilege of chatting with comedian and actor Alonzo Bodden! Having won season 3 of NBC's Last Comic Standing and appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and Keenan Ivory Wayans, Alonzo is one of the hardest working comedians today. His TV and Film work include Bringing Down the House with Queen Latifah and Steve Martin, Scary Movie 4, Californication, Fresh Off The Boat, and voice work in Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue. His new album, "Man Overboard," was released earlier this year. The guys talk with Alonzo about how he got his start in comedy, how he's changed over the years, his writing process, and his heart to bridge the racial gap in America.
The guys buckle up for non-stop laughs with comedian Craig Shoemaker in this hilarious episode. With a comedy career spanning over three decades, known especially for his LoveMaster persona and movie, and regular TV appearances on NBC’s Parks & Recreation and The Bold and the Beautiful on CBS, Craig cracks up audiences wherever he goes. This award winning comedian also founded the company Laughter Heals which exists to improve people’s lives, especially those with illnesses, through the healing power of laughter. Also, get ready for the best-ever Don Knotts impression! HELP THE GUYS WIN A BET WITH CRAIG BY LETTING HIM KNOW YOU LISTENED TO HIM ON OUR PODCAST BY MESSAGING HIM ON INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK! @CRAIGSHOE
Ronnie & Bo get the privilege of chatting with comedy legend, Tom Dreesen! Having been the comedy opener for many years for Frank Sinatra as well as Sammy Davis Jr. and Smokey Robinson, Dreesen tells some fascinating stories of life with Frank and how he came to one of the pallbearers at Sinatra’s funeral. Tom made over 60 appearances on The Tonight Show and The Late Show with David Letterman, often hosting Letterman’s show as a fill-in for Dave. Dreesen started his comedy career with Tim Reid (of WKRP in Cincinnati fame), making them the first bi-racial stand-up comedy duo in the United States. Tom makes this episode one of the best with his down-to-earth style and real accounts of his out of this world stories.
Rocky LaPorte is one of America's most sought-after comedians, having performed in clubs across the nation, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, for the U.S. troops in Iraq with Drew Carey, and on his own specials for Comedy Central, VH1, and Showtime. Rocky was a contestant on NBC's Last Comic Standing, season 8. Ronnie & Bo were honored to chat with Rocky about his start in comedy, his blue-collar upbringing in Chicago, what his Tonight Show standing ovation felt like, and why performing for the troops in the Middle East was so special. Check him out at rockylaporte.com!
The guys give a quick update on their upcoming live show at the Prescott Elks Theater and then dive into a fascinating conversation with independent filmmaker and all around creative, Andrew Johnson Schmit. He shares a bit about his 15 year run leading Prescott's Tsunami On The Square and then schools the guys on what it takes to write, direct, and produce films.
After a short romp into the territory of Canadian or Dead, Ronnie & Bo do their very first over-the-phone interview with Randall P. Dark, legendary pioneer of in the field of High Definition, founder of HD Vision, writer, director, director, and filmmaker. He shares stories of working with Harry Connick Jr., Willie Nelson, Cloris Leachman and even the United Nations 50th Anniversary Celebration. The guys ask him about a couple of his children's books including the upcoming Easter Frog: The Brains Behind the Bunny.
Ronnie & Bo welcome LEZA DANDOS, radio personality and morning host of Leza Live on Prescott's Magic 99.1 FM, as their first and very special guest interview! Leza shares stories of her background in TV and radio, husband Scott of Prescott Glass & Mirror, and an awkward moment with Wayne Newton. Leza tries to stump the guys with 2 truths and a lie.