
What started as a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span has evolved into enlightening conversations for the not-so-short attention span. Whether it's a short mystery, a long conversation, or an audio book, The Way I Heard It is a veritable box of chocolates for the ears, because you never know what you're going to get.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 505 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureHistory | |||

What happens when a nation forgets the value of the people who make, build, fix, and grow things? Historian, classicist, farmer, and Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Victor Davis Hanson joins Mike for a wide-ranging conversation about what America va... more
What if some of the food we've been told is convenient, affordable, and perfectly safe is actually making us sick? Alex Clark, host of the popular Culture Apothecary podcast and a passionate advocate for healthier food, joins Mike to discuss Breaking... more
Nearly 2,000 years ago, Roman Emperor Hadrian built a wall to protect the empire's northern frontier. Today, another Hadrian is building something very differentâbut with a similar purpose: helping protect America by rebuilding its industrial strengt... more
Andy Stumpf knows what it takes to operate when everything goes wrong. A former Navy SEAL who served with SEAL Team Six, Stumpf spent 17 years in the military, including a tour as a BUD/S instructor responsible for training hundreds of aspiring SEALs... more
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I try to catch every pod cast mine does. All are informative, some are just fun to listen to, some really are challenging in thought but never are they a waste of time like so many podcasts
Finally, an episode that is not political. Listening to this was quite enjoyable, bringing back memories of why I first subscribed to this podcast!
Finally, an episode that is not political. Listening to this was quite enjoyable, bringing back memories of why I first subscribed to this podcast!
Mike Rowe and The Way I Heard It are one of the few reasonable voices left on the workforce and skills gap. Not only that but he has honest, friendly, and unbiased conversations with people of all walks of life without being explicitly political. I follow Mike on socials and really appreciate his sensibility and humorous take on life.
Mike & Chuck! Your podcast is probably the ONLY podcast I donât skip through the ads, love the barber shop jingles! đ Love your guests and interviews as well!
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The show features thoughtful conversations that blend history, culture, and current affairs with a focus on practical lessons from real-world leaders, authors, and innovators. Episodes often explore big ideasâlike the value of generalized knowledge, the myths around education and work, and national identityâthrough character-driven storytelling, historical context, and candid interviews. A notable strength is the host's ability to mix humor, personal anecdotes, and serious analysis, often weaving in timely sponsor messages while spotlighting a diverse slate of guests from historians and academics to entrepreneurs and policymakers. This combination makes it appealing to listeners who enjoy accessible, opinion-informed discussions that connec... more
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Recent guests on The Way I Heard It include:
1. Alex Clark
2. Chris Power
3. Andy Stumpf
4. Tamara Diller
5. Ian Cinnamon
6. Ted Decker
7. Bill Whittle
8. Ethan Thornton
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