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!
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 264
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
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 Depart…
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 roundtab…
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 a…
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…
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 th…
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 s…
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, thr…
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 celebra…
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 tran…
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…
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. Gr…
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 Middle…
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 e…
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 lifelon…
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…
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…
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 occasiona…
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 typ…
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 peop…
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 F…