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That's Life, I Swear

Rick Barron
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Every Wednesday, join Rick Barron as he unravels the intricate threads of life's most captivating stories. From heart-pounding political dramas to the awe-inspiring challenges of climate change, he explores the topics that shape our world and define our era.

But this isn't just another talk show. Rick delves deep into the human psyche, examining our beliefs, behaviors, and the obstacles we overcom... more

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The lesson isn't really about litter. It's that showing up with a mask, a kayak, and thirty women who expect you to keep pace can be its own form of quiet defiance against the idea that getting older means doing less.

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Wesley Warshawer shares his journey of traveling through rural America and abroad to understand different perspectives, challenge stereotypes, and foster empathy. This conversation highlights the importance of leaving your bubble to grow pe... more

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The real story here isn't the song itself — it's how predictably the reaction machine runs. Any celebrity political statement, however mild, gets sorted instantly into "brave truth-teller" or "out-of-touch hypocrite" camps, and both readings tend to ... more

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Learn how the core lesson here is that climate adaptation isn't a distant policy debate — it's an infrastructure deadline. 

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Recent Guests

Wesley Warshawer
Data analytics professional at a semiconductor company who traveled to understand different communities and perspectives.
Episode: Interview #38 Wesley Warshawer: Curiosity builds bridges. Ridicule builds walls.
Suzanne Junered
Author of Goodnight Monsters and a former professional dietitian
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Episode: Interview #37: Suzanne Junered: Persistence was the key in her 11-year writing journey
James Dyson
English inventor, industrial designer, farmer, and business tycoon; founder of Dyson
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Episode: Engineering Your Way Out of Flossing: Sir James Dyson Explains
Amy Wong
Speaker on emotional contagion and communication; author and executive advisor
Independent author/coach
Episode: Interview #35 Amy Wong: Why Anger Feels Normal Now
Rick Barron
Tech veteran and mentor with experiences at Apple, HP, Sun, Motorola, Symantec, Intel; Vietnam veteran; melanoma survivor
Former Apple employee and high-tech executive
Episode: Interview #34 Rick Barron: What's Life Trying to Teach You? | A wisdom conversation
Darya Katkavets
Immigrant from Belarus, creative production professional
Independent/Global Brands
Episode: Interview #33 Darya Katkavets: From Belarus to California: A Journey of Cultural Discovery
John Hersh
Retired teacher, Vietnam-era veteran, community trumpet player
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Episode: How 59 Seconds from a Bugle Calls a Community Together
Thomas E. Ricks
Historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author
Author of First Principles
Episode: Book Review from Rick’s Library: First Principles, By Thomas E. Ricks
Glenn Ruffinock
Former Wall Street Journal retirement columnist
Wall Street Journal
Episode: My Wife and I Had a Plan, and Then

Host

Rick Barron
Host of That's Life, I Swear

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great show!

    Loved being a guest on Rick’s show. He is an excellent host, asks thoughtful questions and is a joy to have a conversation with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nikki | Host, The Scarlet Edit
    United States8 months ago
  • Deep Dive

    I was honored to be a guest on That’s Life, I Swear. I was truly impressed by the homework and prep Rick did, which showed in our episode. I really enjoyed our conversation and appreciated your true interest in learning something that was new to you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RGAdopt
    United States2 years ago
  • Outstanding Podcasts

    Rick’s podcasts are excellent! Every topic is on point, factual and unbiased. In addition to his high intelligence, he has such an excellent speaking manner and keeps his audience captured. You won’t fall asleep for sure as he adds a bit of humor! Bravo Rick. Keep them coming please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    classy4u artist
    United States4 years ago
  • Appreciation

    Rick has a calm, no nonsense way of telling the story from his perspective which often is similar to mine. I appreciate his approach and range topics within the small amount of time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Silicon Valley Seeker
    United States4 years ago
  • The Fear Factor

    Great choice for your inaugural podcast!

    I’m looking forward to more sessions, I swear. Because life is what happens while you are busy making other plans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe249D
    United States4 years ago

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Broad range of topics with high-quality delivery and a touch of humor.
Thoughtful host who asks thoughtful questions and keeps conversations engaging.
Strong inaugural vibe; listeners look forward to more episodes.
Calm, grounded storytelling that stays clear and digestible.
Guest prep and curiosity shine, making episodes feel well-researched.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview #38 Wesley Warshawer: Curiosity builds bridges. Ridicule builds walls.
Q: If there was a lesson to learn from this conversation for the audience, Wesley, what would you want to share with them?
He urges people to pause before labeling someone a bad person for saying something offensive, and consider whether the comment came from ignorance rather than malice. That pause can make room for grace and improve public discourse.
Interview #38 Wesley Warshawer: Curiosity builds bridges. Ridicule builds walls.
Q: What was the moment that said, Wesley, I got to do this? What grabbed you?
A 2017 poll made him realize that the people he encountered in Silicon Valley did not reflect the wider country. The gap between national statistics and his daily experience motivated him to spend time outside his own bubble.
Interview #37: Suzanne Junered: Persistence was the key in her 11-year writing journey
Q: What would you share with someone who wants to become an author?
Junered recommends learning the craft and the expectations of a genre while remembering that rules can be broken. She advises writers to draft without forcing a formula, then use editors and beta readers to improve pacing and character development.
Interview #37: Suzanne Junered: Persistence was the key in her 11-year writing journey
Q: How did you arrive at the title Goodnight Monsters?
After a mentor suggested the story had a larger metaphor, Junered recognized that the central character's anxiety around pregnancy was essential to the novel. The title plays on the children's book Goodnight Moon, as the character must say goodnight to the monsters within herself.
Interview #33 Darya Katkavets: From Belarus to California: A Journey of Cultural Discovery
Q: When you first arrived, what was the biggest cultural shock you experienced?
The immediate differences in everyday life and unfamiliar systems, from language to groceries, felt like arriving on another planet, which gradually evolved into a curiosity-driven exploration.

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1. Wesley Warshawer
2. Suzanne Junered
3. James Dyson
4. Amy Wong
5. Rick Barron
6. Darya Katkavets
7. John Hersh
8. Thomas E. Ricks

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