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The Rick Burgess Show

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The Rick Burgess Show is where bold talk meets big laughs every weekday morning. Hosted by Rick Burgess, alongside Head Producer Calvin “Speedy” Wilburn, Content Producer Eddie “Van” Adler, and Rick’s brother, Greg Burgess, this crew has been shaking things up for over 30 years. Together, they bring humor, insight, and a refreshing voice of reason into a sometimes unreasonable world. Airing live from 5:00 am to 10:00 am CT across 70+ U.S. radio stations, The Rick Burgess Show also streams on TuneIn, and YouTube, with daily archives available on podcast platforms and YouTube. From comedy and guest interviews to candid stories from everyday life, the show dives into all topics unapologetically, keeping listeners engaged, entertained, and always wondering what might happen next.

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  1. As American as Cheese on Apple Pie | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/11/26

    SPONSOR: -- PASSAGE PUBLISHING COLLECTION -- What are we actually passing down to the next generation? Our history, our traditions, the ideas that built Western civilization — those things don't preserve themselves. And in a world where everything is digital, there's something powerful about...

  2. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/11/26 | Ep. 452

    SPONSOR: -- PASSAGE PUBLISHING COLLECTION -- What are we actually passing down to the next generation? Our history, our traditions, the ideas that built Western civilization — those things don't preserve themselves. And in a world where everything is digital, there's something powerful about...

  3. Lily Hooten Performs Live; John Kennedy Justifies Iran | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/10/26

    Rising recording artist Lily Hooten joins us to perform live in studio. In politics, John Kennedy makes a case for military actions against Iran, citing intel Trump had also seen. Why haven't Republicans been shouting this from Capitol Hill? Will Democrats impeach Hegseth? Stephen Miller replaces...

  4. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/10/26 | Ep. 451

    SPONSOR: -- PASSAGE PUBLISHING COLLECTION -- What are we actually passing down to the next generation? Our history, our traditions, the ideas that built Western civilization — those things don't preserve themselves. And in a world where everything is digital, there's something powerful about...

  5. College Football Playoff Expands to 24 Teams | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/9/26

    And then there were 24. The College Football Playoff has officially confirmed an expansion to a 24-team format starting with the 2027–28 season, backed by a five-year media rights deal with ESPN. What does this mean for the regular season games, conference championships, and the sport in general?...

  6. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/9/26 | Ep. 450

    SPONSOR: -- PASSAGE PUBLISHING COLLECTION -- What are we actually passing down to the next generation? Our history, our traditions, the ideas that built Western civilization — those things don't preserve themselves. And in a world where everything is digital, there's something powerful about...

  7. Rick & Bubba's Greatest Hits - Ep. 90

    The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. Now you can relive the greatest moments every week!

  8. Citibank Hero, Mourning Dolls, Albinos | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/6/26

    A Citibank employee stops a mad gunman before he can take more lives. We take the time to thank a good guy with a gun, once again. Rick stumbles upon a new trend: companies that make dolls that look like your deceased loved ones. Comforting or creepy? An albino porcupine shows up in Vermont, and…

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  9. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/6/26 | Ep. 449

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  10. Midterm Bloodbath Aftermath | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/5/26

    Trump admits the war in Iran probably cost him the midterms, but does he regret his decision? No. Ron DeSantis says he hasn't planned a run for POTUS in 2028, but his run as Florida's governor ends January 5. Newly released audio from the 911 call from the hero dad, Kaylub Giamanco, who stopped a...

  11. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/5/26 | Ep. 448

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  12. 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 | Bible Study by Rick Burgess | 11/4/26

    Find more at http://www.burgessministries.com and http://www.TheManChurch.com

  13. Republicans Get Demolished | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/4/26

    SPONSOR: -- VOICE OF THE MARTYRS -- At Voice of the Martyrs, we serve persecuted Christians — those who suffer not just because the world is broken, but because they boldly follow Jesus in places where doing so could cost them everything. We respond when Christians are persecuted for their faith…

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  14. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/4/26 | Ep. 447

    SPONSOR: -- VOICE OF THE MARTYRS -- At Voice of the Martyrs, we serve persecuted Christians — those who suffer not just because the world is broken, but because they boldly follow Jesus in places where doing so could cost them everything. We respond when Christians are persecuted for their faith…

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  15. Election Day | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/3/26

    SPONSOR: - ChristianCollegeGuide.com -- Christian College Guide is an online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities and a FREE, easy-to-use resource that will show you the school’s faith commitments, campus policies, and spiritual life. Everyone knows that college is a major...

  16. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/3/26 | Ep. 446

    SPONSOR: - ChristianCollegeGuide.com -- Christian College Guide is an online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities and a FREE, easy-to-use resource that will show you the school’s faith commitments, campus policies, and spiritual life. Everyone knows that college is a major...

  17. Halloween Recaps | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 11/2/26

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  18. The Rick Burgess Show | 11/2/26 | Ep. 445

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  19. Rick & Bubba's Greatest Hits - Ep. 89

    The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. Now you can relive the greatest moments every week!

  20. Spooktacular Show | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/30/26

    Things go off the rails pretty quickly today as Producer Speedy suffers an epic slip of the tongue. A player for the Green Bay Packers gets taken to the hospital in an ambulance, then gets a ride back in the ambulance to return to the game. Rick prepares for the unthinkable: staying awake past 10...

  21. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/30/26 | Ep. 444

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  22. Obama: Divider in Chief | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/29/26

    Obama says he is "tired of being divided" and that he "wants friendship" at a recent campaign stop. We play of clip of him saying that he wants people to "stay angry" and "frustrated." Race relations sunk to an all-time low after Obama's presidency, while Iran's abilities to perpetuate terror hit...

  23. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/29/26 | Ep. 443

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  24. 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 | Bible Study by Rick Burgess | 10/28/26

    Find more at http://www.burgessministries.com and http://www.TheManChurch.com

  25. Guest: Coach Senator Governor Tommy Tuberville | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/28/26

    Tommy Tuberville joins us live to clarify that we can just call him "Coach." Tuberville also lays out his playbook if he wins the upcoming election for governor of Alabama. Hear his priorities and plans if given the chance to lead the state. In more serious news, we debate if KISS was better...

  26. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/28/26 | Ep. 442

    SPONSOR: - ChristianCollegeGuide.com -- Christian College Guide is an online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities and a FREE, easy-to-use resource that will show you the school’s faith commitments, campus policies, and spiritual life. Everyone knows that college is a major...

  27. Brewers Keep Winning, Jay-Z Picks Himself, McRib is Back (Again) | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/27/26

    The Milwaukee Brewers are one game away from winning the World Series, scoring eight runs in the fifth inning last night. Should the national anthem be performed by a solo saxophonist? Jay-Z makes a big announcement regarding who will perform the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show: Jay-Z. The…

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  28. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/27/26 | Ep. 441

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  29. Rick Sees Leanne Morgan, Trump Sees Nicki Minaj | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/26/26

    Rick ventures out on the town with his wife to see stand-up comedian Leanne Morgan. What could go right? Trump brings Nicki Minaj with him to a rally in Michigan. What could go wrong? Obama bashes everyone on the other side of the aisle and offers to fix health care, again. A big crash at…

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  30. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/26/26 | Ep. 440

    SPONSOR: -- DogeYourState.org -- Red states are really just blue states with lower taxes. That’s the reality when a shadow government of far-left NGOs and national associations quietly runs the bureaucracy underneath—boards, commissions, and agencies that keep growing no matter who you elect. The...

  31. Rick & Bubba's Greatest Hits - Ep. 88

    The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. Now you can relive the greatest moments every week!

  32. Lebron Hates The Country That Made Him a Billionaire | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/23/26

    LeBron James shows just how ungrateful, narcissistic, and immature he is by working on his golf swing during the singing of the national anthem. The country that made him a billionaire can't be that bad. What a terrible look and message to send to the black youth who idolize the professional...

  33. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/23/26 | Ep. 439

    SPONSOR: - ChristianCollegeGuide.com -- Christian College Guide is an online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities and a FREE, easy-to-use resource that will show you the school’s faith commitments, campus policies, and spiritual life. Everyone knows that college is a major...

  34. Beavers Are Actually Good, Trump Doesn't Endorse JD | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/22/26

    Beavers have gotten a bad reputation as a pest or nuisance. New studies call for the beaver to be celebrated as one of the planet's most vital "keystone species" and ecosystem engineers. Trump is asked about his presidential endorsement for the 2028 election and things get awkward because JD…

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  35. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/22/26 | Ep. 438

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

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  36. Philemon 17-25 | Bible Study by Rick Burgess | 10/21/26

    Find more at http://www.burgessministries.com and http://www.TheManChurch.com

  37. Milwaukee Timeless Tickets, Trump Ticked Off | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/21/26

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

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  38. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/21/26 | Ep. 437

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

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  39. France Is Burning, Is America Learning? | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/20/26

    Nationwide riots lead to chaos and violence across France. Is this really just "students" peacefully protesting as the media would like you believe? The footage and facts prove otherwise. Will America learn from France, who is a nuclear power by the way, or make the same mistakes we've seen…

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  40. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/20/26 | Ep. 436

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

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  41. Alabama Wasn't Ready | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/19/26

    The final curtain falls on the last stop of the "Are You Ready?" Tour ... unfortunately, it was three songs too early because it was the fire curtain at the historic Lyric Theatre. We break down the last memorable show and the curtain call that almost ended the show prematurely. Alabama falls to...

  42. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/19/26 | Ep. 435

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

    more

  43. Rick & Bubba's Greatest Hits - Ep. 87

    The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. The Rick & Bubba Show brought radio gold to the airwaves for over 30 years. Now you can relive the greatest moments every week!

  44. Tonight's The Night (Might Be Alright?) | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/16/26

    SPONSOR: - - POLL WATCH - - November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a...

  45. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/16/26 | Ep. 434

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

    more

  46. Tell Talarico Why | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/15/26

    SPONSOR: - - POLL WATCH - - November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a...

  47. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/15/26 | Ep. 433

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

    more

  48. Philemon 8-16 | Bible Study by Rick Burgess | 10/14/26

    Find more at http://www.burgessministries.com and http://www.TheManChurch.com

  49. Trump, Tigers, Trans, Tommy, Tuberville | The Rick Burgess Show | Best of 10/14/26

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

    more

  50. The Rick Burgess Show | 10/14/26 | Ep. 432

    SPONSOR: -- POLL WATCH -- November is coming fast, and control of Congress is on the ballot. Between now and Election Day, the noise about what Americans think and what the latest polls mean will only get louder. Poll Watch from Blaze Media offers a direct way to follow the midterms: pick a…

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The Rick Burgess Show is where bold talk meets big laughs every weekday morning. Hosted by Rick Burgess, alongside Head Producer Calvin “Speedy” Wilburn, Content Producer Eddie “Van” Adler, and Rick’s brother, Greg Burgess, this crew has been shaking things up for over 30 years. Together, they bring humor, insight, and a refreshing voice of reason into a sometimes unreasonable world. Airing live from 5:00 am to 10:00 am CT across 70+ U.S. radio stations, The Rick Burgess Show also streams on TuneIn, and YouTube, with daily archives available on podcast platforms and YouTube. From comedy and guest interviews to candid stories from everyday life, the show dives into all topics unapologetically, keeping listeners engaged, entertained, and always wondering what might happen next.

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How many episodes does The Rick Burgess Show have?

The Rick Burgess Show has 1,000 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 11, 2026.

What is The Rick Burgess Show about?

The Rick Burgess Show is where bold talk meets big laughs every weekday morning. Hosted by Rick Burgess, alongside Head Producer Calvin “Speedy” Wilburn, Content Producer Eddie “Van” Adler, and Rick’s brother, Greg Burgess, this crew has been shaking things up for over 30 years. Together, they...

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The Rick Burgess Show publishes daily, based on its 1,000 episodes since March 2025.

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