ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones
ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones delivers smart, funny, and heartfelt conversations with celebrities, innovators, and everyday heroes. More than talk, each episode uncovers insights and stories that leave you entertained, enlightened — and truly in the know. Whether it's laughter, life lessons, or the little truths that stick with you, Jones makes sure every episode leaves you knowing something new — about the world, about others, and maybe even about yourself. Jones and podcast announcer, celebrated voice actor and the original voice of Siri, Susan Bennett, KNOW you deserve more from your podcast. Described by Erin Brockovich as "The best podcast and host ever," ON THE KNOWS is the perfect antidote to today's anxiety-ridden media landscape.
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September 21, 2026 • 38 mins
What if thinking like a dog could actually help you live a better life?
On this episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, Randall welcomes back Dr. Jen Golbeck, PhD, author of Think Like a Dog: How Positive Psychology Can Help Your Dog Thrive, for a smart, funny, heartfelt—and occasionally surprisingly emotional—conversation about dogs, psychology, happiness, and the extraordinary bond between humans and th...
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September 4, 2026 • 39 mins
Award-winning journalist and author Carol Lin joins Randall Kenneth Jones for a deeply personal and revealing conversation about journalism, identity, ambition, love, motherhood, loss, curiosity, and the moments in life when everything changes.
Lin, a veteran television journalist who worked at ABC, CNN and Good Morning America, is the author of “When News Breaks: A Memoir of Love and War—a memoir” that g...
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What happens when you realize the life you thought you wanted no longer fits?
In this thought-provoking and deeply personal episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, award-winning author, keynote speaker, marketing expert and thought leader Tony Rubleski joins Randall for a wide-ranging conversation about his latest book, DON’T QUIT, DO IT, and the lessons it offers about personal growth, mindset, resilience, rei...
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Country singer-songwriter Sarah Hardwig has the distinction of being the first blind guest to join Randall Kenneth Jones on ON THE KNOWS. What follows is an honest, funny and deeply moving conversation about America’s Got Talent, music, self-doubt, courage, advocacy and discovering the unique ways we experience the world.
At just 23, Sarah Hardwig has already stepped onto one of television’s biggest stages—and ca...
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Broadway audiences know the shows. Theater insiders know the name behind the music.
In this inspiring episode of ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones, two-time Tony Award winner, two-time Grammy Award winner and Emmy-nominated music supervisor, arranger, orchestrator and conductor Stephen Oremus takes listeners behind the curtain of some of Broadway's most beloved productions, including “Wicked,” “The Book o...
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July 17, 2026 • 35 mins
What if the best way to understand today's world is to step back 200 years?
Award-winning author Sharon Virts joins Randall Kenneth Jones to discuss “Bargains of Fate,” the second novel in her acclaimed “Fields of Honor” historical fiction series. Set in 1820s Virginia and inspired by real people and true events, the novel is filled with political intrigue, murder, scandal, romance, courtroom drama and unfo...
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June 11, 2026 • 37 mins
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 intelligence, quantum computing, a...
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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 explores wh...
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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” kic...
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April 17, 2026 • 39 mins
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 a formative early encounter with...
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April 1, 2026 • 33 mins
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 has served as the show's ann...
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March 11, 2026 • 52 mins
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 beloved British crime drama and be...
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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 philosophy, science, literature, and hum...
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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 bestseller list. Patrick Ryan's book "Bu...
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January 22, 2026 • 40 mins
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," "A Woman's Face"), and being direc...
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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 gingerbread replicas exist. In ...
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December 11, 2025 • 35 mins
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 and shining a light on the personalit...
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November 27, 2025 • 31 mins
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 realities behind the growing trend&...
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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 playbook for guiding movie-mak...
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October 23, 2025 • 33 mins
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 & Technology Directorate, where she ...
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