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Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess

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Angels and demons are real, and the Bible tells us exactly how to approach their existence. This is not about Bigfoot, space aliens, or the Loch Ness Monster. This is about encountering the supernatural. Come along as we search for the truth, hear stories from people with firsthand experience, and win the spiritual war going on around us on this premiere episode of "Strange Encounters."
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Episodes

Ep 173 | Letters from the Audience Pt. 2 | Rick & Bubba University

If Rick & Bubba didn't have their show, what job would they have? Do Rick & Bubba ever disagree about anything? Why did they stop doing the "13 Days of Horror"? Find out the answer to these questions and more as the guys return with more letters from the audience on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 26, 202349 min

Ep 172 | Granger Smith Seeks Jesus After Family Tragedy

Granger Smith is a platinum-certified recording artist who recently gave up touring and went into ministry after tragedy struck his family. Granger's 3-year-old son, River, drowned in the family's pool while playing in the back yard. As many of you know, Rick and Granger now have a bond that no parents want to share. But their story is about hope, not despair. Granger once considered taking his own life, but he now helps others regain theirs through Christ. Hear the incredible story of spiritual...

Aug 19, 202347 min

Ep 171 | Fact or Fiction: 'UFO of God' | Chris Bledsoe

Chris Bledsoe was on the verge of losing everything in the 2007 financial crisis while suffering from a debilitating chronic disease, when suddenly, a UFO appeared and saved his life and cured him of his illness. Chris continues to see what he calls orbs and claims they are supernatural beings that communicate with him. We dive into his book "UFO of God" and search for the truth on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Aug 12, 202351 min

Ep 170 | REACT19: Advocates for the Vaccine-Injured | Dr. Joel Wallskog

Dr. Joel Wallskog was a physically active, successful orthopedic surgeon before he got the COVID-19 vaccine. One week after getting the Moderna shot, his feet went numb, he couldn't walk, and his life changed forever. Forced into retirement from his practice, he now works with REACT19.org to be an advocate for the vaccine-injured. Hear his story and how he is helping countless others on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University" Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile bec...

Aug 05, 202348 min

Ep 169 | 'The Woking Dead' | AJ Rice

Author and political commentator A.J. Rice pulls no punches in his latest book, "The Woking Dead." He sees the Left's purposeful destruction of the middle class and their attempts to dismantle Western civilization. This purposeful creation of chaos leads to reforms that leave the government with more power over a crippled population. Fight back and learn what's next with A.J. Rice on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Jul 29, 202350 min

Ep 168 | Letters from the Audience | Rick & Bubba University

Have Rick and Bubba ever regretted something they said on air? What is the closest the show has ever come to ending? How and when did they become Christians? Why did Bubba microwave his underwear? Rick and Bubba answer those questions from the audience and more on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsors: Ladder is revolutionizing an age-old industry offering term life insurance at a personalized price, that can flex as your needs change. Why not pay a bit each month to protect th...

Jul 22, 202346 min

Ep 167 | Save the Brave: Supporting Veterans | Major Scott Huesing

Scott Huesing is a retired United States Marine Corps infantry major with 24 years of honorable service. He planned, led, and conducted hundreds of combat missions over the course of 10 deployments. Scott is executive director at the Save the Brave nonprofit organization whose goal is to support and connect veterans through outreach programs. While morale, recruitment, and veteran support are down, veteran suicides are way up. Hear how Scott Huesing and Save the Brave are trying to change that o...

Jul 15, 202347 min

Ep 166 | 'I DARE Coaches to Try to Take My Players' —Trent Dilfer

Newly named UAB football head coach Trent Dilfer has some choice words for any opposing coaches trying to take his players: "Stay the h**l out of my roster." The former NFL quarterback, sports broadcaster, and Super Bowl XXXV champion gives us his take on the transfer portal, NIL deals, recruiting players the right way, and all things college football on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsors: Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a...

Jun 24, 202347 min

Ep 165 | The NFL Legend Who's Tackling the USFL | Daryl Johnston

Dallas Cowboys legend Daryl Johnston has won three Super Bowls and racked up around 3,000 yards of offense. Now he's tackling the USFL and has been named the spring football league's new president. Relive the glory days of the Cowboys and look to the future of the USFL as Daryl "Moose" Johnston and Rick & Bubba talk dollars and cents and X's and O's on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsor: The MANSCAPED™ Performance Package 4.0. Has everything you need to prepare that summe...

Jun 17, 202347 min

Ep 164 | Is the Bible the Inspired Word of God? | Dr. Mac Brunson

Can we trust the integrity of the Bible? Which Bible contains the truth? Why does the Catholic Church have more books of the Bible? What about keeping the Sabbath? Has God evolved what his word originally said? Dr. Mac Brunson joins us to tackle these questions with hard evidence and facts on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsors: Ladder is revolutionizing an age-old industry offering term life insurance at a personalized price, that can flex as your needs change. Why not pay a...

Jun 10, 202348 min

Ep 163 | Debt Ceiling Deep Dive | Rep. Gary Palmer

Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Ala.) voted against the Fiscal Responsibility Act that passed the House on Wednesday night. Why did he vote against it while other Alabama Republicans voted for it? Also, what is the debt ceiling? How do we fix the budget and convince people that our debt really does matter? Find out with Rep. Gary Palmer on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsors: Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a penny to the left, they wi...

Jun 03, 202346 min

Ep 162 | Miss UAB Is Stomping Out ALS | Emma Terry

Emma Terry is a 20-year-old woman on a mission. She is a student at the University of Alabama at Birmingham studying accounting and finance with plans to attend law school. Emma is also the current Miss UAB and has launched a community service initiative with the goal of "Stomping Out ALS." Emma's grandfather has ALS, and through her experience as a caregiver, Emma has gained the desire to be an advocate for spreading awareness and finding a cure. May is ALS Awareness month, so tune in and hear ...

Jun 02, 202347 min

Ep 161 | The Guitarist Behind That Muscle Shoals Sound | Travis Wammack

Travis Wammack is a legendary guitarist and recording artist whose guitar licks have been featured on an estimated 60 million records sold. He was the first to develop and use the fuzz tone for an electric guitar. At the age of 16, he had his 1963 number-one hit, “Scratchy,” and by 1969, Wammack’s skills landed him in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. There he teamed up with legendary producer Rick Hall at FAME Studios to record songs with Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, Little Richard, Mac Davis, Claren...

May 13, 202346 min

Ep 160 | How to Get over 1 Million Subscribers | Andrew Parker

Andrew Parker, aka "Wafellow," has made his mark on the social media landscape. With his videos — featuring magic for strangers, challenging escapes, juggling fire, and movie reviews — Andrew has gained over 1 million subscribers on YouTube and half a million more on Instagram and TikTok. How did Andrew go from being a mild-mannered high schooler from Alabama to a social media influencer living in Los Angeles? Find out the secret to his success (but not his magic tricks) on this episode of "Rick...

May 06, 202346 min

Ep 159 | The Inspiring True Story of 'Sean of the South' | Sean Dietrich

Sean Dietrich is a columnist, novelist, and performer known for his commentary on life in rural America. He dropped out of school shortly after his father killed himself when Sean was not yet 12 years old. Through hard work and by the grace of God, Sean has risen from that tragedy. He now writes a blog entry every day that is read by an estimated 125,000 people, and he will perform at the Grand Ole Opry for the second time in June. Hear the inspiring true story of "Sean of the South" on this epi...

Apr 29, 202347 min

Ep 158 | Shane & Shane Sing for an Audience of One

Even though they can fill stadiums with fans on their concert tours, worship music artists Shane & Shane have not let success change their desire to glorify God instead of themselves. They do so by writing music that is biblically based, lyrically rich, and above all true. Shane & Shane sing for an audience of one and invite you join in. Hear the story of how they got their start and how God continues to bless their journey on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsor: MANSC...

Apr 22, 202347 min

Ep 157 | 52 Years of Three on a String | Jerry Ryan

When you think of the longest-running bands in history, there's the Rolling Stones, there's Aerosmith, and then there's Three on a String. We sit down with founding member Jerry Ryan as he looks back on 52 years of Three on a String. The legendary bluegrass band's recent induction into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame puts them alongside legends like Lionel Richie and Alabama. Jerry tells us what it all was like to go from playing tiny clubs to performing for Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush on ...

Apr 15, 202347 min

Ep 156 | There's No Common Ground on a Slippery Slope | Jason Whitlock

Truth is under attack, and feelings are being placed above facts. Jason Whitlock has seen it throughout his broadcasting career, and it's now worse than ever. From the trans movement's denial of truth to the widespread celebration of the victim mentality, Jason Whitlock has seen enough. There's no common ground to be found on a slippery slope. Jason calls on Christians to unite and live what they claim on this timely and inspirational episode of Rick & Bubba University! Sponsor: Patriot Mobi...

Apr 08, 202349 min

Ep 155 | What's Really Happening at Skinwalker Ranch | Dr. Travis Taylor

Dr. Travis Taylor returns to Rick & Bubba University to discuss his continued search to find out what's really happening at Skinwalker Ranch. Travis is a scientist, engineer, author, TV host, and investigator. Yet he can't explain some of the things he has witnessed and documented at the world's most mysterious hot spot for paranormal phenomena. Take a deep dive into the unknown world of UFOs, UAPs, portals, aliens, and all things paranormal with Travis Taylor on this episode of Rick & B...

Apr 01, 202347 min

Ep 154 | Missing 411: The UFO Connection | David Paulides

Investigator and former police officer David Paulides joins us again to discuss his latest project, "Missing 411: The UFO Connection." This time he investigates the documented disappearances of elk and elk hunters in the wilderness. Some have vanished without a trace, and others returned to tell the tale. Is it UFOs, top-secret military operations, or something else? Hear firsthand accounts and search for answers with David Paulides on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University." Sponsors: Lad...

Mar 18, 202345 min

Ep 153 | Long COVID or Something Else? | Dr. Jordan Vaughn Pt. 2

Have you experienced chest pains, headaches, brain fog, or chronic fatigue after a COVID diagnosis? Many have. This week, Dr. Jordan Vaughn returns to the podcast with more COVID information without political bias. Dr. Vaughn is the CEO of MedHelp Clinics, whose numerous locations have treated over 15,000 COVID patients. He has seen the long-term effects of the spike protein, both from the vaccine and the disease, and gives insight on how to identify and treat those complications. Go under the m...

Mar 11, 202348 min

Ep 152 | Jon Brennan: The MTV Christian Cowboy & Reality TV Pioneer

When Jon Brennan signed up to be on MTV's "The Real World: Los Angeles" at the age of 18, he didn't know that his cowboy hat and Christian faith would launch him to national stardom. Jon was part of a brand-new genre of television called "reality TV," and at that young age, he became a national spokesperson for conservative viewpoints. Initially, he got pushback from producers and the cast, but his housemates and the nation soon grew to love and understand the MTV Cowboy. Hear about that journey...

Feb 25, 202348 min

Ep 151 | Deer-Tracking Dog Shows God's Incredible Design | Brian Morris

What happens when a hunter accidentally makes a bad shot? Usually the injured deer is lost and dies in the wild after several painful days or even weeks. That's why outdoorsman Brian Morris launched South Alabama Deer Tracking Services. He and his son, Briar, with their dog, Gator, have tracked and recovered hundreds of deer that otherwise would have suffered and gone to waste. Brian shares the tricks of the trade and shows God's incredible design in creation and our duty to manage and maintain ...

Feb 18, 202346 min

Ep 150 | Vaccines & Blood Clots: The Undeniable Truth | Dr. Jordan Vaughn

Dr. Jordan Vaughn is the CEO of MedHelp Clinics, whose numerous locations have treated over 15,000 COVID patients. During the height of the pandemic, Dr. Vaughn saw how fear was being used to scare medical professionals into pursuing one method of treatment. He has seen the risks associated with the vaccines and heard the lies told by Fauci, the CDC, and Big Pharma while they ignored published medical data. Go under the microscope with Dr. Jordan Vaughn and learn the truth about COVID-19 and the...

Feb 11, 202346 min

Ep 149 | Level Up: Chad Slade's Journey from Moody to Auburn to the NFL

Chad Slade went from playing football at a small high school in Moody, Alabama, to playing for Auburn in the SEC and then finally in the NFL for the Texans and the Giants. Hear Chad describe what it was like being recruited, winning a national championship, and leveling up all the way to play with the pros on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Sponsor: Tommy John: Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the soft...

Jan 28, 202347 min

Ep 148 | Worship Wars: Good Songs with Bad Theology | Kirkwood Bullis

Should we really describe God as "reckless" in a worship song? Should we sing songs written by sinful songwriters? Music Pastor Kirkwood Bullis joins us to discuss the "worship wars" of the '70s and the continuing debate regarding today's Christian music. Hear the truth about good songs with bad theology on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University"! Manscaped: Manscaped nows sells beard products! They are once again revolutionizing Men’s grooming with the brand new Beard Hedger Pro Kit. From...

Jan 21, 202347 min

Ep 148 | What Happens to Lost Airline Luggage? | Jennifer Kritner

99.5% of airline baggage arrives at its destination. If a bag gets lost, it is usually found and claimed by the owner within 90 days. But what if that doesn't happen? That's where the Unclaimed Baggage store comes in. The store has purchasing agreements for unclaimed items with all domestic airlines and uses its 50,000 square-foot facility to resell and recycle lost luggage. Find out how the store handles over 7,000 items each day and how it became a nationwide attraction for shoppers on this ep...

Jan 14, 202346 min

Ep 147 | A Telescope on the Dark Side of the Moon | Ron Wilson

Ron Wilson is part of a team at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory that is trying to place a telescope on the dark side of the moon. Wilson brings a wide variety of experience to the team, as he is a retired Air Force brigadier general, former fighter pilot, and currently a 777 captain with American Airlines. If Ron Wilson and his team are successful, NASA will be able to look back into the universe farther than we have ever seen before. Don't miss this far-out episode of "Rick & Bubba Univers...

Dec 09, 202247 min

Ep 146 | Video Games for God | Drayton Cosby

Drayton Cosby is the president of Intelligent Media & Design, a nonprofit publisher with the mission of creating video games for good. As depression and anxiety reach all-time highs, IMD is working to engage future generations and take God’s word to them! The company's video game series, "The Anointed," allows players to live the journey of King David. Hear about this adventure game based on the Bible and how you can help IMD provide free, quality, God-focused video games on this episode of ...

Dec 03, 202247 min

Ep 145 | The Business of Baseball | Dayton Moore

Dayton Moore served as general manager and president of baseball operations for the Kansas City Royals from 2006-2021. Under Moore's guidance, the Royals made back-to-back World Series appearances, winning in 2015. Moore says evaluating good baseball players is easy, but evaluating good character is hard. See how Moore navigates the business of baseball, while also being an outspoken Christian, on this episode of Rick & Bubba University! Sponsors: Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. ...

Nov 19, 202247 min
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