Ride Home Rants
"Ride Home Rants" is a podcast brought to you by Comedian Mike "Bono" Bonaventura. The podcast has a different guest each week from a different career field and background talking about what led them into their career and the stops along the way. These guests are your everyday people who provide insight into their own journeys and life goals which we all have. Tune in, check us out, and hear from these great guests!
Episodes
268 episodes
What Happens When Laughter Meets Purpose and Education
The car is moving, the mics are live, and Big Energy fills the cabin. We welcome Steve from Cleveland’s southeast side—a former class clown turned campus champion—who proves that humor, heart, and hard work can live in the same room. We trade l...
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Season 5
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Episode 264
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1:02:31
From Mat to Mentor: Jaleel Richardson on Wrestling, BW Pride, and Building a Life That Lasts
A single visit changed everything. Jaleel Richardson walked Baldwin Wallace with his family on a bright day, talked wrestling with Coach Gibbs, spotted a comic shop across the street, and realized the fit was bigger than a roster spot. That dec...
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Season 5
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Episode 263
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42:46
Cool Breeze and Autumn Leaves; Why the Fall Season is the Best
Our annual All Things Fall episode kicks off with our panel of guests representing greater Northeast Ohio while Mike represents Central Ohio in Columbus. This panel of contributors breaks down their opinions of last falls exceptionally warm wea...
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Season 5
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Episode 262
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49:05
Finding Your Path: From Journalism to Education with Steve Scheidt
Ever wonder how your earliest experiences shape your entire worldview? Steve Scheidt knows firsthand. After spending his first five years in Nairobi, Kenya, his return to the United States came with a startling question at the Chicago Zoo: "Why...
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Season 5
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Episode 261
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1:02:11
Behind the Scenes: Leadership in College Athletics with TJ Shelton
Ever wondered who orchestrates the complex symphony of college athletics? In this riveting conversation with TJ Shelton, Director of Athletics and Chair of the Physical Education Department at Case Western Reserve University, we pull back the c...
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Season 5
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Episode 260
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46:29
NFL 2025 Season: Coaches on the Hot Seat and Dark Horse Contenders
Football season is upon us, and the Ride Home Rants podcast has assembled a passionate panel of fans to break down everything you need to know heading into kickoff. This lively roundtable discussion dives deep into the most compelling storyline...
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Season 5
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Episode 259
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1:05:01
High Stakes & Hilarity: Casino Tales from the Pros
Three seasoned gamblers pull back the velvet rope on what really happens at casinos across America. From the glittering floors of Las Vegas to regional venues like Erie's Presque Isle and Mountaineer in West Virginia, our guests share unfiltere...
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Season 5
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Episode 258
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54:38
From Tic-Tac-Toe to Cards Against Humanity: Exploring the Games That Bring Us Together
Games reveal who we truly are. In this lively, sometimes heated conversation with guests Matt Landowski and Tony Bogan, we explore the classic pastimes that define our social gatherings and family reunions.The humble board game sparks s...
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Season 5
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Episode 257
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33:21
The GOAT Debate: Defining Athletic Greatness
What makes a truly great athlete? Is it dominance in a single sport, versatility across multiple disciplines, or possessing physical gifts that defy normal human limitations? In this thought-provoking roundtable, our panel of sports experts – M...
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Season 5
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Episode 256
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1:08:19
Finding Purpose Beyond the Diamond: Logan Bell's Baseball Life
Logan Bell's story begins not in a town, but in a village—a one-square-mile dot on the map called Lisbon, Ohio. It's here where his baseball journey took root, nurtured by parents who somehow balanced demanding work schedules with never missing...
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Season 5
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Episode 255
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50:44
The Hidden Costs of Homeownership: Real Talk with Real Homeowners
Buying a home might be the American dream, but nobody warns you about the secret nightmares lurking beneath those picturesque front yards. In this eye-opening roundtable discussion, three seasoned homeowners pull back the curtain on what really...
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Season 5
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Episode 254
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47:48
The Last Hurrah: Bachelor Party Culture Revealed
What makes the perfect bachelor or bachelorette party? Is it the exotic destination, the outrageous activities, or simply gathering your closest friends for one last pre-wedding celebration? Our panel of diverse guests tackles these questions a...
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Season 5
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Episode 253
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58:08
Soccer, Finance, and Finding Your Path in Your 20s
Ever wondered what happens when the final whistle blows on your college athletic career? Quinn Flaspohler takes us on his journey from Oxford, Ohio to Cleveland as he navigates the transition from student-athlete to young professional.G...
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Season 5
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Episode 252
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59:32
Remote Control Wars: The Shows We Love, Hate, and Can't Stop Talking About
Six passionate fans of television gather around the virtual table for a hilarious, nostalgic journey through decades of TV history. Host Fiddy guides this roundtable exploration of what makes certain shows endure in our collective memory while ...
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Season 5
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Episode 251
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45:46
Breaking Barriers: Small Town Roots to College Football Dreams
Former college football player Luke Secrist takes us on a journey from the steel mill town of Follansbee, West Virginia, to his decision to hang up his cleats and chart a new course. Growing up in a tight-knit community of just 1,500 people, Lu...
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Season 5
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Episode 250
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1:08:02
Beyond the Punchline: Life, Loyalty, and Sports
What does true loyalty look like in today's world? Whether it's sticking with your heartbreaking hometown sports teams or staying at the same company for over three decades, John Middleton embodies a steadfast commitment that feels increasingly...
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Season 5
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Episode 249
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1:01:10
Bison Reunion: Tales from the Bethany Football Field
A special gathering of Bethany College football legends spans two decades of program history in this nostalgic and often hilarious reunion episode. Former players and coaches from the early 2000's through 2021 come together to share the untold ...
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Season 5
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Episode 248
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48:18
Inside the Octagon: Building Champions at Upgraded Industries
When DJ Jacobucci resigned from his firefighting career and dumped his pension into opening Upgraded Industries, it wasn't just a business decision—it was a leap of faith into a lifelong passion. "That's betting on yourself," he explains on the...
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Season 5
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Episode 247
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43:22
Roofing with Purpose: Blake Burkhart's Mission to Serve
What does it truly mean to serve others in today's disconnected world? Blake Burkhart is redefining success through authentic service and community impact in Northeast Ohio.From walking onto his college football team despite doubters te...
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Season 5
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Episode 246
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39:11
Summer is coming, and these grill enthusiasts have all the secrets you need
Fire up your imagination as we dive deep into the soul of summer with our special grilling roundtable! I've assembled a passionate panel of backyard BBQ enthusiasts who share their hard-earned wisdom about everything from equipment choices to f...
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Season 5
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Episode 245
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52:08
Links, Laughs, and Life Lessons: A Golfer's Roundtable
Grab your clubs and join us for a laid-back journey through the world of golf with host Mike Bono and a lively roundtable of enthusiasts who share their passion, opinions, and occasional wild tangents about the sport that connects generations.<...
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Season 5
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Episode 244
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45:07
From Takedowns to Triumphs: Wrestling, Business, and Finding Your Path
Chris "The Grit" Droege invites us into the fascinating intersection between combat sports, entrepreneurship, and personal growth in this compelling conversation that transcends the typical fighter interview.From the wrestling mats of Y...
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Season 5
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Episode 243
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54:02
The Fighter's Mind: Lessons Beyond the Ring
What happens when the comfort zone becomes a cage? In this captivating conversation, boxing coach Luke Freshour reveals how stepping into the ring transforms not just fighters, but people. Having started boxing at 22—considered late by most sta...
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Season 5
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Episode 242
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58:54
NFL Draft Breakdown: The Fab Four Edition
What really happened with Shedeur Sanders in the NFL Draft? Is Travis Hunter the next two-way superstar? And who actually makes the final call in draft rooms across the league?The Fab Four panel dives deep into these burning questions f...
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Season 5
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Episode 241
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1:01:30
From Fighter to Coach: Billy Freedson's Combat Sports Journey
The journey from fighter to coach often reveals the deepest insights about combat sports. Billy Freedson, standing at just 5'5", began his martial arts journey with what he calls "Napoleon syndrome" – a chip on his shoulder and a readiness to f...
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Season 5
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Episode 240
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46:48