From Farm to Airwaves: Wayne’s Soft Launch, Ham Radio, and UFO Talk (Ep. 173)

In this lively midweek episode, I catch up with our executive producer and longtime friend, Wayne Rankin, for a freewheeling conversation that spans new show launches, homestead grit, and the mysteries of the skies. We talk Wayne’s soft launch plans for Rosanna’s upcoming green-screen video series (with cooking, constitutional themes, and high-end production), platform choices, domain wrangling, and why audio still matters for on-the-go listeners. Wayne shares life on the farm post-injury—splitting wood, harvest rhythms, and dialing back the phone to reclaim focus—plus his push into ham radio to build a global, censorship-resistant comms lifeline. We dive into UFOs, interdimensional theories, scripture, and discerning spirits, with personal sightings and a look at how content and clarity—not just platforms—set great shows apart. We wrap with production notes, how executive producers join us on-air, and what’s ahead for Friday’s show.If you’re into practical media-building, old-school radio craft, faith-infused perspective, and a dash of X-Files curiosity, this one’s for you. And yes—video’s coming, but we’re keeping audio strong so you can ride along wherever you are.  Watch LIVE tonight at 7PM CT Rumble.com/JoeRooz YouTube.com/@JoeRooz FOLLOW US ON:X: https://x.com/joeroozFacebook: https://facebook.com/joeroozshowTwitch TV: https://twitch.tv/joeroozInstagram: https://instagram.com/notjoeroozTikTok: https://tiktok.com/joe.roozMinds: https://minds.com/joeroozGETTR: https://gettr.com/joeroozSpecial thanks to:Executive Producer Wayne RankinExecutive Producer Rosanna RankinExecutive Producer Carolina JimenezExecutive Producer Angela WetuskiExecutive Producer John SeeleyWant to be a guest on The Joe Rooz Show?Send Joe a message on #PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/member/joeCheck out our partners:Podhome.fmCreative EdgeMusic: https://youtube.com/@pogo️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5724294587940864(04:13) Cold open and show credo from Eagle Pass(05:16) Recap: Ezra Healing episode and mental health focus(06:03) Host announcements: upcoming guest spots and schedule(06:56) Housekeeping: website, feedback, contact, and support tiers(09:16) Wellness philosophy shout-out and transition to guest(09:36) Introducing executive producer Wayne Rankin(09:58) Wayne’s farm dash, injury recovery, and winter prep grind(11:51) Big news: green screen build, backgrounds, and content plans(14:17) Project vision: First Amendment series and neutral messaging(15:17) Truckers outreach, faith, and avoiding predictions(18:15) Planning the soft launch: platforms, website, and domain hunt(22:42) Rosanna’s culinary chops and future cooking content(24:17) Podcast landscape, content quality, and radio roots(25:33) Art Bell influences, UFO talk, and ‘Foo Fighters’ origin(32:53) Host’s UFO sightings, cloud lights, and seeking explanations(36:37) Scriptural lens: spirits, deception, and discernment(41:44) Nephilim debates, giants, and biblical curiosities(42:41) Local UFO history, crop circles, and Bigfoot banter(45:17) From unicorns to national symbols: lighthearted detours(45:29) Boomer worries: retirements, work, and farm realities(47:11) Digital detox plans and circling back to video platforms(48:12) Why audio still matters: accessibility and narration(48:49) Ham radio ambitions: licensing, bands, and global comms(52:20) Wrapping up with Wayne and next steps for his setup(54:11) Closing credits: producers, support tiers, and sign-offs - Joe "Rooz" Russiello - Marisa Lee - Wayne Rankin - Rosanna Rankin - Angela Wetuski - Carolina Jimenezhttps://www.joerooz.com/supporthttps://www.joerooz.com