Ricky's Big World

About 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!

Publisher

Ricky Bartlett

Category

comedy · society & culture · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Apr 2024

Latest episode

20 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

60 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Aug 2025

   POOL LIFT FROM HELL?! Gators, Hot Tubs & Summer Chaos | Ricky’s Big World Ep. 60

   Drop us a message Ricky’s funniest summer episode yet. 🤦♂️ From why he refuses pool lifts (“like a ladle frying a noodle!”) to a legit hot-tub horror story, gators at the pool, beach struggles with prosthetics, and a refrigerator-derby (yes, really)… it’s pure chaos and Southern storytelling gold. Stick around for: YMCA vs public pools, octopus foot nibbling (!), the time teen Ricky cut cable lines (then “fixed” them), getting out of a speeding ticket, and why he won’t accept free meals for...

2. 

   14 Jul 2025

   Is My Neighbor a Vampire?

   Drop us a message Ever wondered if vampires secretly live among us? Ricky sure does! In this hilariously spooky episode, Ricky dives deep into some chilling stories about his mysterious neighbors in Louisiana—are they just night owls, or could they actually be vampires? Roxanna pulls a sneaky prank with a surprise teleprompter script, leaving Ricky hilariously flustered. Plus, Ricky shares a creepy encounter from his past involving an old mansion and strange disappearances. Grab your garlic a...

3. 

   7 Jul 2025

   Truck Snobs & Pizza Chaos: Ricky Hunts His Dream Ride!

   Ricky hunts for his dream truck with high standards and navigates the chaotic soft reopening of Pizza World, testing online orders.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

4,171

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

69

Social presence

91

YouTube

68

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.