Strange Encounters with Rick Burgess

Why did Russia invade Ukraine? Why now? What's next? Colonel Jim Hawkins explains the historical motivations and future consequences of Putin's ailing campaign. From the Mongol invasion to the Warsaw Pact, past events have left Russians never wanting to fight a war on their own soil. Will Putin succeed in rebuilding the Soviet Union, or have his miscalculations left him weak and exposed? We cover it all and get to the truth on this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Raycon: Whether you’re working from home these days or just working on your fitness, now’s the perfect time to get a pair of Premium Wireless Earbuds. Raycon ear buds start at about ½ the price of other premium brands you’ll find out there on the market -- but they sound just as amazing.  You’ll get 15% off your order when you go to https://BUYRAYCON.com/rickbubbapod. Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a penny to the left, they will NEVER SILENCE YOU and they are America’s ONLY Christian Conservative wireless provider. Switching is easy! Keep your phone number, bring your own phone or buy a new one. Build your own bundle with multi-line discounts and save even more. Go to https://PatriotMobile.com/RICKBUBBA or call their US-based customer service team at 972-PATRIOT. Veterans and first responders save even more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You probably know Chandler Cox for his incredible athletic ability playing fullback for the Auburn Tigers and Miami Dolphins. We first heard about him when a certain college football announcer wouldn't stop screaming his name every chance she got. Did you know he's also an athletic trainer, mentor, and barber? Whatever may have made you a fan of Chandler Cox, don't miss him on this hilarious episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Fast-Growing Trees - Find fast-growing privacy trees, bright flowering shrubs, backyard fruit trees, unique house and patio plants and more. Their experts work with growers around the country to bring you the best new plants and trees, with hundreds of new plants and trees added each year. Just answer a few quick questions about where you live and what you’re looking for, and we’ll recommend the best options for your home or landscape. Go to https://fastgrowingtrees.com/bubba for 15% off your entire order.Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to save 15% on your first order at https://TommyJohn.com/RickBubba! Manscaped: Manscaped recently launched the ultimate men’s hygiene bundle – the Performance Package, including their precision-engineered tools! And you can join over 4 million men worldwide who trust Manscaped with this exclusive offer – you’ll get 20% off and free worldwide shipping with my code, “BUBBA20” at https://Manscaped.com. This Performance Package has it all. You get the Lawn Mower 4.0 trimmer, the Weed Whacker ear and nose hair trimmer, Crop Preserver deodorant for the air down there, Crop Reviver Toner, Performance Boxer Briefs, and a travel bag to hold all your goodies! Manscaped has revolutionized the field of self-care for men – their 4th generation trimmer features a cutting-edge ceramic blade to reduce grooming accidents; it’s all part of their Advanced SkinSafe Technology. AND it’s waterproof and includes a 400k LED spotlight, in case you need to get a little more precise with your shaving. Get 20% off and FREE SHIPPING with the code “BUBBA20” at https://Manscaped.com. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with Manscaped!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kendall Graveman played a key role pitching for the Houston Astros as they made it all the way to the 2021 World Series. That success came after a long, hard road and mostly by trusting in and surrendering to the Lord. Kendall had to battle injuries and surgeries, a benign bone tumor, getting sent down to the minors, and fighting for a spot to get back on an MLB team. He found success through "diligent, anonymous hours of hard work," but he knows none of it would have been possible without his relationship with God. Don't miss this hilarious, touching, and inspirational edition of Rick & Bubba University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a recent graduate from Samford University with a heart for helping people and serving God, Melanie didn't think that a mission trip to South Africa would change her life forever. But when she returned to the United States, she kept feeling like she was specifically called to return to South Africa. Her family wasn't so sure, but she believed in God's purpose for her life. Hear the story of how she met her husband and together they trusted in the Lord and launched an art studio and community outreach program on this edition of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Moink: Moink delivers grass-fed and grass-finished beef and lamb, pastured pork and chicken, and wild-caught Alaskan salmon, direct to your door - helping Family Farms become financially independent outside of big agriculture.Their animals are raised outdoors, their fish swim wild in the ocean, and Moink meat is free of antibiotics, hormones, sugar, and all the other junk you find pre-packaged in the meat aisle. Sign up at https://MoinkBox.com/BUBBA to get a Year of Bacon for FREE and then pick what meats you want delivered with your first box. Change what you get each month and cancel anytime. Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a penny to the left, they will NEVER SILENCE YOU and they are America’s ONLY Christian Conservative wireless provider. Switching is easy! Keep your phone number, bring your own phone or buy a new one. Build your own bundle with multi-line discounts and save even more. Go to http://PatriotMobile.com/RICKBUBBA or call their US-based customer service team at 972-PATRIOT. Veterans and first responders save even more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyler Stovall never lost a game in his entire high school baseball career and was drafted by the Braves at the age of 18. He didn't know he was making a rookie mistake on draft day that would cost him hundreds of thousands of dollars. Hear the story of Tyler Stovall as he shares the perils of being a fan and the triumphs of relying on faith, in this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Manscaped: Manscaped recently launched the ultimate men’s hygiene bundle – the Performance Package, including their precision-engineered tools! And you can join over 4 million men worldwide who trust Manscaped with this exclusive offer – you’ll get 20% off and free worldwide shipping with my code, “BUBBA20” at https://Manscaped.com. This Performance Package has it all. You get the Lawn Mower 4.0 trimmer, the Weed Whacker ear and nose hair trimmer, Crop Preserver deodorant for the air down there, Crop Reviver Toner, Performance Boxer Briefs, and a travel bag to hold all your goodies! Manscaped has revolutionized the field of self-care for men – their 4th generation trimmer features a cutting-edge ceramic blade to reduce grooming accidents; it’s all part of their Advanced SkinSafe Technology. AND it’s waterproof and includes a 400k LED spotlight, in case you need to get a little more precise with your shaving. Unlock your confidence and always use the right tools for the job with Manscaped!  Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to save 15% on your first order at https://TommyJohn.com/RickBubba!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Derryberry started his music career as a 7-year-old with a garage band and went on to play the keyboard in a chart-topping touring band. Kevin thought he had "made it" with the success of his band "Telluride," but that wasn't God's plan for Kevin's life. One day, Kevin went to the doctor after feeling some pain in his hip, and the doctor told him that drug and alcohol abuse had left Kevin with six months to live. Don't miss this inspiring episode of "Rick & Bubba University" that shows no matter how far we stray, if we repent, God is always willing to take us back.Sponsors:Moink: Moink delivers grass-fed and grass-finished beef and lamb, pastured pork and chicken, and wild-caught Alaskan salmon, direct to your door - helping Family Farms become financially independent outside of big agriculture.Their animals are raised outdoors, their fish swim wild in the ocean, and Moink meat is free of antibiotics, hormones, sugar, and all the other junk you find pre-packaged in the meat aisle. Sign up at https://MoinkBox.com/BUBBA to get a Year of Bacon for FREE and then pick what meats you want delivered with your first box. Change what you get each month and cancel anytime. Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to save 15% on your first order at https://TommyJohn.com/RickBubba!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Paulides noticed a disturbing trend of high numbers of people going missing in our national parks. The former police officer turned author and investigator found himself going down a rabbit hole that had no end. People are disappearing without a trace, even when they were familiar with the area and had no previous record of mental illness or foul play. From abductions and serial killers to Bigfoot and the "Tic Tac" UFO video, David Paulides shares what you aren't being told about these unexplained events.Sponsors:Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to save 15% on your first order at https://TommyJohn.com/RickBubba! 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 the ones you love? Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered. You just need a few minutes, and a phone or laptop to apply. Ladder’s smart algorithms work in real-time, so you’ll find out instantly if you’re approved. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. At Ladder, they've created a painless way to get the life insurance coverage you need for those you care about most. Check out Ladder today to see if you’re instantly approved. Go to https://ladderlife.com/rickbubba. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lantern Rescue is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that fights against human trafficking across the globe. "Mark" is the founder of Lantern Rescue and uses his previous military and law enforcement experience to train units and help them discover and rescue victims of trafficking. The facts are horrifying: The average age of victims of trafficking is 9 years old; human trafficking is a $150 billion business; the U.S. is one of the biggest consumers of child sexual abuse material (videos/photos). Against overwhelming odds, "Mark" and Lantern Rescue save an average of one victim every day. Hear the story of how it happens and how you can help fight human trafficking in this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Raycon: Whether you’re working from home these days or just working on your fitness, now’s the perfect time to get a pair of Premium Wireless Earbuds. Raycon ear buds start at about ½ the price of other premium brands you’ll find out there on the market -- but they sound just as amazing.  You’ll get 15% off your order when you go to https://BUYRAYCON.com/rickbubbapod. Patriot Mobile - We are proud to partner with Patriot Mobile because they never sent a penny to the left, they will NEVER SILENCE YOU and they are America’s ONLY Christian Conservative wireless provider. Switching is easy! Keep your phone number, bring your own phone or buy a new one. Build your own bundle with multi-line discounts and save even more. Go to https://PatriotMobile.com/RICKBUBBA or call their US-based customer service team at 972-PATRIOT. Veterans and first responders save even more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may know the songs by Mr. Lucky, aka "the world's greatest garage band," but you don't know the story behind the music. How did this little group of Alabama boys get together and form a band that would go on to draw crowds of over 8,000 people while headlining amphitheaters across the country? How did they get their CDs on the shelves of Blockbuster Video stores nationwide? How did the death of one of the band members ultimately change their course and save their lives? Take a look behind the music of Mr. Lucky on this episode of Rick & Bubba University.Sponsors:Tommy John is here to keep you comfortable. Treat yourself and upgrade to a few pairs of Tommy John underwear in the softest, most breathable fabrics you’ve ever worn. Tommy John obsesses over every little detail and stitch by using proprietary fabrics that perform like nothing you have ever worn before. All of Tommy John’s loungewear and leggings are built for next-level comfort. Whether you’re in the hunt for lounge pants, sleep shorts or lazing-around joggers, Tommy John has you covered. Tommy John is so confident in their underwear that if you don’t love your first pair, you can get a full refund with their Best Pair You’ll Ever Wear Or It’s Free Guarantee. Tommy John, no adjustment needed. Hurry to save 15% on your first order at https://TommyJohn.com/RickBubba! Moink delivers grass-fed and grass-finished beef and lamb, pastured pork and chicken, and wild-caught Alaskan salmon, direct to your door - helping Family Farms become financially independent outside of big agriculture.Their animals are raised outdoors, their fish swim wild in the ocean, and Moink meat is free of antibiotics, hormones, sugar, and all the other junk you find pre-packaged in the meat aisle. Sign up at https://MoinkBox.com/BUBBA to get a Year of Bacon for FREE and then pick what meats you want delivered with your first box. Change what you get each month and cancel anytime.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On January 19, 2008, Rick received a phone call informing him that his 2-year-old son, Bronner, had fallen into a pool and drowned. The events that followed this tragedy can only be described as supernatural. As we mark the anniversary of the earthly death of Bronner, we look back at the incredible work God has done, and is still doing, through this loss. You've read the headlines; now take a look behind the scenes and see how God can change lives in this touching and inspirational episode of Rick & Bubba University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices