Ricky's Big World
Welcome to Ricky's Big World, the podcast that blends mouth-watering food, Southern charm, and the unique perspective of Ricky Bartlett - double-leg amputee, radio host, and actor.
Recoded live from Pizza World Iowa's vibrant kitchen, join Ricky for entertaining tales, laughs, and a glimpse into Southern culture. Whether you're a fried chicken enthusiast or seeking a good chuckle, Ricky's quick wit and infectious personality make each episode a joy. Ricky's Big World is a podcast that's as irresistible as a hot slice of Pizza World's famous pizza!
Episodes
45 episodes
Three Days of Filming & Total Chaos: Ricky & Roxanna Lose It
💥 Warning: Absolute Chaos Ahead! 💥Fam, we’ve been filming for three days straight—yes, THREE DAYS. At this point, our brains are fried, our sanity is questionable, and we thought, “Hey, let’s try something new!” Spoiler alert: It did NO...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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34:07
Ricky’s Waxing Horror Story & Wild Plastic Surgery Talk
Ever wondered what happens when a Southern man gets his eyebrows waxed? Spoiler: It involves a lot of screaming, a broken mirror, and the entire beauty school laughing. In this episode, Ricky and Roxanna dive into waxing horror stories, wild pl...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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34:52
Southern Sayings You Need to Know!
Y’all, get ready—this episode is all about Southern sayings, hilarious stories, and lessons in Southern charm! Ricky and Roxanna go head-to-head in a Southern Sayings Game, breaking down the meanings behind classic phrases like “Bless your hear...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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37:40
Fake Jobs, Frozen Cars, & Poolside Fails
Ricky takes us on a wild ride through his past, from moving to Seattle with a 6-month-old to surviving brutal Vermont winters and finally settling in Louisiana. He spills all about prosthetic swimming struggles, and why a one-legged seagull sho...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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39:59
Is Radio Dead? Ricky Talks AM/FM, Driverless Cars & Pizza Drama!
In this episode, Ricky dives into the hot debate: Is radio dying? From the survival of AM/FM in a digital world to the rise of driverless cars, he shares his insider knowledge of the industry. Plus, things heat up as he rants about Pizza World'...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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38:56
Ricky’s Bucket List, Haunted Houses & Facing His Childhood Fears
From bucket lists to Broadway, this episode takes you on a journey! In this candid and hilarious episode, Ricky and Roxanna dive into bucket list dreams, haunted places, and long-forgotten childhood fears. Ricky opens up about his once-in-a-lif...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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37:52
Ricky’s Speeding Ticket, Freebies & Southern Hospitality
Buckle up! Ricky is back with another laugh-out-loud episode, sharing stories about getting out of speeding tickets, scoring free gas, and the perks of being a well-known voice in radio. This episode is packed with hilarious moments, life lesso...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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40:29
Resolutions & Comfort Food Secrets
Ring in the New Year with Ricky’s unique take on resolutions, hilarious family traditions, and his ultimate Southern cooking secrets. From bacon grease to the meaning behind collard greens on New Year’s, this episode dives into food, family, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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38:48
Ricky’s Wild Christmas Tales: Fires, Pranks & Holiday Chaos!
Hold on to your eggnog because this episode is packed with Ricky’s most chaotic and heartwarming Christmas stories! From setting a Christmas tree on fire (accidentally, of course) to a prank that ended in a back-of-the-truck hospital run, Ricky...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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28:39
Cooking Disasters & Fried Baloney Surprises!
Get ready for a hot and hilarious episode as Ricky dives into epic kitchen disasters! From fiery fried chicken mishaps and explosive Beef Wellington attempts to peanut butter-fried baloney and drywall dumplings, you’re in for a wild ride throug...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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38:51
The Debate on Remakes & Sequels: Are Hollywood’s Best Days Behind Us?
What’s your take on remakes, sequels, and reboots? Ricky and Roxanna dive deep into Hollywood’s creative choices, debating everything from Beetlejuice to Goonies and Star Wars. Do some classics deserve to be left untouched, or is there room for...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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36:58
The White Thing, Mermaids, & Bigfoot: Southern Legends & Conspiracies
Ever heard of the white thing lurking in Georgia’s woods? Or the theory that Bigfoot might just be a Neanderthal that never left? In this episode, Ricky and Roxanna dive into Southern legends, spooky stories, and out-of-this-world conspiracy th...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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37:45
Thanksgiving Chaos: Fried Turkeys & Toilet Cooking?!
This week on Ricky’s Big World, we’re diving headfirst into Thanksgiving madness! Ricky shares his hilarious and jaw-dropping Thanksgiving stories, from flying fried turkeys and even a disastrous attempt at cooking a turkey in a toilet. Yes, yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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45:00
Ricky’s Big Move, Haunted Attics & Hilarious Car Adventures!
In this episode of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky talks about the unexpected adventures (and misadventures) that came with relocating down South. From nearly losing his phone at a gas station to uncovering possible hauntings in his new house. Tune in...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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40:55
The Toilet That Talked Back: Ricky’s Wild Story!
Dive into one of Ricky’s most bizarre stories yet! This week, Ricky shares the tale of a high-tech toilet with a mind of its own, his cousin’s hilarious DIY setup, and the unexpected blue flames that turned it into a “haunted” fixture. From pos...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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18:57
Ricky’s Wild Car Heist Adventures & Life Lessons Learned
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Ricky spills the tea on his teenage misadventures with stolen cars, Southern life lessons, and redemption moments. From sneaking away in a brand-new Mustang to pulling off a wild road trip with a friend,...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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30:02
Family Reunions, Zip Lining Dares, and Mansion Life
In Episode 29 of Ricky’s Big World, join Ricky as he dives into the adventures and quirks of family gatherings. This year’s reunion spot was a sprawling mansion in Georgia, complete with a private pool, gated grounds, and horses. Ricky shares t...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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34:32
Ricky’s Farewell Bash & The Moving Madness
In this episode of Ricky’s Big World, join Ricky as he reflects on the emotional and chaotic week leading up to his big move! First, Ricky takes us behind the scenes of his farewell bash at KMRY, where balloons, attitude, and hilarious moments ...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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41:02
Ricky's Farewell Bash: Surprises, Memories, & Laughter
In this emotional farewell episode of Ricky’s Big World, friends, family, and listeners gather to send Ricky off in style! From hilarious moments to deeply touching stories, this episode has it all. Tune in for behind-the-scenes laughs, heartfe...
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44:52
KFC Lotion Taste Test, Auntie Wigs' Love Life & Banking Nightmares!
Howdy y’all! In Episode 26 of Ricky’s Big World, Ricky dives into some of his most bizarre and challenging moments. From testing out the infamous KFC lotion to navigating Auntie Wigs' tumultuous love life and dealing with a disastrous banking e...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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30:32
Ricky’s Hilarious Pool Fails & Cruise Confessions
In this episode of Ricky’s Big World, we’re diving into some of Ricky’s most outrageous stories — literally! Ricky recalls his attempt at swimming after losing his legs and how it ended with him rolling out of the pool like a “buoy...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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37:20
Ricky’s Big Move to Louisiana & FBI Audition
Big news in this episode of Ricky’s Big World! Ricky has a huge announcement—he’s moving from Iowa to Louisiana!We dive into what this means for the podcast and how things will look moving forward. But that’s not all! Ricky talks about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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35:39
When Auntie Big Toe Dreams of Ballet and Ricky Excludes Texas from the South?!
This week on Ricky’s Big World, we’re diving into some unexpected territory! Auntie Big Toe reveals her ballerina dreams, and Bob thinks Ricky should be paying for his wings. But the real twist comes when Ricky discusses what states are actuall...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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40:19
Prosthetic Life, Flying & Bob's Cutlery Chaos!
In Episode 22 of Ricky’s Big World, things take a surprising turn! Bob decides to throw cutlery instead of croutons, leading to some unexpected (and hilarious) chaos. Ricky opens up about his life with prosthetic legs, sharing what it’s really ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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42:58
Disney Auditions, D23 Buzz & Auntie Wigs' Hair-Eating Client?!
In Episode 21 of Ricky's Big World, things get wild! Ricky shares a jaw-dropping story about a client of Auntie Wigs with a strange hair-eating habit. Meanwhile, Ricky takes a brave sip of Voodoo's Lacto-Kooler—will he love it or l...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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36:17