Huckabee Guests

You’ve seen Blake Vogt on such hit shows as “America’s Got Talent” and “Penn and Teller: Fool Us.” He’s not only one of the world’s best sleight of hand magicians, he creates new illusions for stars like David Copperfield and David Blaine, and major movies like the “Now You See Me” series. Watch Huckabee to see the astounding Blake Vogt!

Learn more about Blake Vogt via the links to the left.

Bob is a professional comedy juggling and variety entertainer living in Cambridge Ontario. In show business full time since 1995, Bob won the Canadian Juggling Championships that same year.

In high school, Bob was inspired by a juggling classmate and taught himself to juggle with tennis balls. Since then, he has learned advanced juggling, unicycling, balancing skills and performance techniques. His passion for performing and the art of juggling continued to develop during 5 years of post-secondary education, earning a diploma from the Baptist Leadership Education Centre in Toronto and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from McMaster University. After university, he volunteered for seven months in Lithuania with IFES, the European version of Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship.

Following his return to Canada, he began performing full time. In the 1990s, he performed at many fairs, festivals and private events, as well as at every major Busking Festival in Canada. In 2000, he started performing on cruise ships 20 weeks a year for Holland America, Disney, Cunard, Royal Caribbean, Princess and Celebrity. He continues to make a living today in part with headline performances on cruise ships as well as corporate & special events, as well as at church and ministry events.

 He is now among one of the few performers left in North America performing authentic plate spinning, their signature piece.

Bob’s unique, timeless, comedic style engages audiences in uproarious laughter, inspires with simple truth and always leaves people wanting more. Of his rousing standing ovation performance on America’s Got Talent, Howard Stern said, “You wowed us!” Howie Mandell said, “I liked your character! I liked your voice! I like you!” He’s left lasting impressions on Fortune 500 companies like General Mills, Cargill, Sonic and American Family Insurance. He’s received accolades from Comcast, Sony, and EMI. And he’s helped countless non profits like The American Cancer Society, The American Brain Tumor Association, Children’s Hospitals, and United Way. Recently Bob joined forces with top Hollywood stars in the Not For Sale campaign to end human trafficking. His performance won a coveted Clio, the top award in American advertising.

Two weeks ago, Vladimir Putin began his vicious assault on the country of Ukraine, and its people. Bob Thomas is an American ex-pat who made Ukraine his home for the last 6 years. That is, until Russian forces began shelling civilian targets throughout the country. When those air raid sirens went off, Bob and now nearly 2 million others, knew it was time to get out. About a week and a half ago, he was in Ukraine, trying to get out of harm’s way. With his harrowing story of escape from the country he called his second home, join us this weekend welcoming Bob Thomas to the show — and back home to the USA.

Bob Zany has been had more than a thousand TV appearances, including co-hosting the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, the hit streaming series “Casino Boss,” and his DryBar Comedy special, “I Think I Handled That Well,” and his hilarious topical comedy series, “The Zany Report.”

Learn more about Bob Zany by clicking the globe and social media icons to the left. 

Bobby Jindal has consistently been an outspoken voice for integrity in a climate where corruption and dishonesty are all too common, and has dedicated a career in public service compelled to be part of the solution. Tested in ways few leaders have, Jindal has exemplified an astounding ability to overcome astounding obstacles and navigate highly complex conditions to achieve success. He offers audiences commonsense solutions and stories of determination and perseverance in his inspiring and impactful presentations. Not only elected the youngest governor in the country, Jindal was also the first American of Indian descent elected governor in U.S. history—as well as the first to run for President—and the first non-white governor in Louisiana since Reconstruction. Among many triumphs under his administration as governor, economic development resulted in over 91,000 new jobs and more than $62 billion in private capital investment. Credited with leading the recovery from the BP oil spill and orchestrating the largest evacuation of citizens in U.S. history, successfully moving 1.9 million civilians out of the path of Hurricane Gustav, he shares with audiences incredible insights on how to navigate through the unexpected, effectively lead through turbulence and instability under extraordinary pressure and swiftly and effectively implement change. With the résumé and accomplishments to rival most elder statesmen, Jindal brings incredible knowledge and experience to his presentations as he examines the issues most impacting your business and our world today.
Bobby Jindal was sworn in as governor of Louisiana on January 14, 2008, and was sworn in for his second term in for his second term in 2011.
In 1994, Jindal went to work for McKinsey and Company as a consultant for Fortune 500 companies before entering public service. In 1996, he was appointed secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals. In 1998, Jindal was appointed executive director of the National Bipartisan Commission on the Future of Medicare. At the conclusion of the commission’s work, Jindal was appointed president of the University of Louisiana System, the 16th largest higher education system in the country.
In 2004, he was elected to the 109th United States Congress representing the first district of Louisiana. In Congress, he served on the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, the House Committee on Homeland Security and the House Committee on Resources. Jindal was re-elected to Congress in 2006.
Jindal graduated from Baton Rouge High School in 1988 and went attended Brown University where he graduated with honors in biology and public policy. Following his graduation he attended Oxford University in England as a Rhodes Scholar.

Bobby Wilson, “Mr. Entertainment” is one of the most exciting performers that takes the stage in the world today. Currently he has the hit single “Are You Ready” from the CD compilation “ JackMaster 7" released on the DJ International Records Chicago imprint. The single is in the Top Ten House Charts around the world. Bobby is a three-time Grammy Balloted Artist with his past CD, “It’s About Time” and has four Top 10 hits that peaked #10 on the Adult Contemporary Charts.

 Bobby is the son of Legendary R&B/Soul Singer, Jackie Wilson. Bobby has the same amazing traits, figures and talents of his father. It’s been stated by many that Jackie Wilson’s legacy lives on through him. His adoring fans have dubbed him as ‘Mr. Entertainment’ from his natural ability to entertain and bring crowds to life. 

BODIE AND BROCK THOENE have written over 70 works of historical fiction. Over thirty-five million of these best-selling novels are in print in 30 languages. Eight ECPA Gold Medallion Awards affirm what millions of readers have already discovered: the Thoenes are not only master stylists but experts at capturing readers minds and hearts.
Bodie's byline appeared in prestigious periodicals such as U.S. News and World Report, The American West, and The Saturday Evening Post. She also worked for John Waynes Batjac Productions and ABC Circle Films as a writer and researcher. John Wayne described her as a writer with talent that captures the people and the times! She has degrees in journalism and communications.
In 2016, Bodie's writing returned to the big screen with the release of I'm Not Ashamed: The Diary of Rachel Joy Scott

​Brock is described by Bodie as an essential half of the writing team. With degrees in both history and education, Brock has, in his role as researcher and story-line consultant, added the vital dimension of historical accuracy. Due to such careful research, The Zion Covenant and The Zion Chronicles series are recognized by the American Library Association, as well as Zionist libraries around the world, as classic historical novels and are used to teach history in college classrooms.
 

Bonnie-Jill Laflin is a trailblazing sports broadcaster, philanthropist, and TV personality. With a determined spirit and an unwavering passion for sports, she has carved a remarkable career path, becoming a prominent figure in the sports industry.  The first and only female NBA scout, holding the front office executive position with the Los Angeles Lakers, Bonnie-Jill holds many “firsts” throughout her prolific career. She’s the first woman to dance at a professional level for three teams, in two sports, starting with the NBA’s Golden State Warriors, and moving to the NFL for both the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. She is the first female to be awarded six championship rings in two professional sports, earning a Super Bowl ring during her time cheering for the 49ers, and five NBA championship rings as an executive for the Lakers. Most recently, Bonnie-Jill adds a new “first” to her repertoire as co-host of the brand-new “Women’s Western Sports Roundup” on the Cowgirl Channel.  Outside of her professional endeavors, Bonnie-Jill is a committed philanthropist that actively supports numerous charitable endeavors that champion the welfare of animals and U.S. Veteran's rights – causes that are near and dear to her heart. She is the founder of Hounds and Heroes and Horses, a non-profit that pairs rescue dogs as service and therapy dogs with wounded warriors and veterans, as well as rescue horses as equine therapy for our service members and sponsoring retreats. Working to improve the lives of veterans, she has traveled to military bases across the country and abroad on 19 USO tours, including visits to bases in Iraq and Afghanistan.

In her latest book, In a League of Her Own: Celebrating Female Firsts in Sports shares the stories of nineteen impactful women in sports, including Billie Jean King, Danica Patrick, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Laila Ali, Jeanie Buss, and Mary Lou Retton. These iconic women open up to Bonnie-Jill Laflin, herself a trailblazer as the first and only female NBA scout, about the sobering realities females face in the sports world and the many obstacles they had to overcome. But they also celebrate the amazing support they received from colleagues, friends, family, and the women who came before them, and impart their own desires to inspire young women through their stories.  Bonnie-Jill will also discuss her non-profit Hounds and Heroes and Horses.

Brad Dacus is an attorney who founded the Pacific Justice Institute 25 years ago. They represent clients on matters of religious liberty and civil rights—all free of charge. Now, with 27 offices in 20 states, they have over 100 cases in active litigation—including one that could make it to the Supreme Court—affecting churches and families all over America. 

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