The ALL NEW Big Wakeup Call with Ryan Gatenby
Ryan Gatenby chats with actors, authors, athletes, comedians, musicians, and experts in their field in each episode featuring selected interviews from the popular "The Big Wakeup Call" radio program.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 11 minutes
- Episodes
- 398
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Chadwick Boyd, Jennifer Weatherhead
Chef and author Chadwick Boyd called in to share some holiday recipe ideas, including the mind-blowing Canela Caramel Eggnog.
Jennifer Weatherhead is a travel expert who talked about way…
Lisa McManus, John Lehr
I've been a fan of "America's Test Kitchen" for years, so it was great to speak with Lisa McManus about the new ATK book AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN’S KITCHEN GEAR: THE ULTIMATE OWNERS MANUA…
David Baldacci, Monica Mohindra
David Baldacci was welcomed into our 5-Timers Club as we discussed his newest book, The Edge: A 6:20 Man Thriller.
Monica Mohindra joined me to discuss the Library of Congress Veterans D…
Jeanette Kaplun, Dr. Mona Amin
Lifestyle expert Jeannette Kaplun returned to the show to share some insights and holiday shopping and the best way to navigate Black Friday.
Dr. Mona Amin discussed a problem facing man…
Erin McDowell
Celebrity chef and author Erin McDowell joined the show for fun recipes and entertaining tips to host a successful "Friendsgiving." Erin was joined by Ice Cream Scientist (amazing job!)…
Veena Crownholm
Veena Crownholm is the former Miss California and co-founder of the popular "Millennial Mamas" blog. We discussed holiday entertaining and dining, especially sweet potatoes and pancake…
Shannon Messenger
Shannon Messenger returned to the show to talk about a new graphic novel edition of her #1 Bestseller "Keeper of the Lost Cities."
Dr. John Stutts
Dr. John Stutts is the Pediatric Medical Director at Abbott, a global healthcare company. Dr. Stutts visited the show for a special public service segment on preparing for cold and flu…
Laura Vandervoort
From July 19, 2016: Laura Vandervoort made a return appearance to talk about Bitten: The Final Season, airing on Syfy and now available on DVD.
Greg "The Hammer" Valentine
From July 11, 2018: Former WWE Superstar Greg "The Hammer" Valentine called in to promote a new movie, 350 Days. Always fun to chat with one of the superstars from my childhood whose a…
Eoin Colfer
Eoin Colfer joins our 3-Timers Club as we have an entertaining chat about his new book Juniper's Christmas.
You know Eoin Colfer as the mega-bestselling author of the Artemis Fowl series…
The Big Wakeup Call's Halloween Special!
On this episode we once again open The Big Wakeup Call Vault (TM) and listen to some of my Halloween-related interviews!
First, from 9/27/21: Cassandra Peterson AKA Elvira, Mistress of …
Maggie Hallbach
Maggie Hallbach made a return appearance to the show as we talked about National First Responders Day.
Verizon Business today appointed Maggie Hallbach to the role of senior vice presid…
Jean Chatzky
Financial expert Jean Chatzky returned to the show for a discussion about a new survey about how everyday Americans view their financial situation.
Jean Chatzky is the CEO of HerMoney.c…
Charise Mericle Harper
From November 11, 2020: Charise Mericle Harper is the bestselling author and illustrator of many children’s books, including the Just Grace series, the Fashion Kitty series, and the Nex…
Jordan Klepper
Jordan Klepper joined the show for a chat about his new Comedy Central series "Klepper." We discussed Jordan's time in Chicago as part of the Second City touring company, how the show …
Garrett Reisman
From May 26, 2020: Garrett Reisman is a former NASA mission specialist Astronaut and is now a senior advisor for Space X. Garrett called in to lend his unique insight into the upcoming …
Jordan Wolfe
From October 30, 2020: Jordan Wolfe is an actor, singer, writer, composer and zombie aficionado. He is the creator of “The Night of the Living Dead - The Musical!” The original concep…
Mark Feuerstein
From July 24, 2020: Mark Feuerstein joined the show for a chat about his current, recent, and upcoming projects, including his latest movie, "Babysplitters," which is now available on d…
Amber Nash
From October 16, 2020: Amber Nash is voice of Pam on the Emmy-Award winning animated classic “Archer." Amber called in to promote the newest season of the show.