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The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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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.

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Recent Guests

MacKenzie Price
Founder of Alpha School system, advocate for AI-enabled education
Alpha School / Stand Together
Episode: 491: MacKenzie Price—The Most Talked About School in the World
Connor Boyack
Founder of Libertas Institute and creator of The Tuttle Twins
Libertas Institute / The Tuttle Twins
Episode: 488: Connor Boyack—Spontaneous Order
Blake Scholl
Founder and CEO of Boom Supersonics
Boom Supersonics
Episode: 487: Blake Scholl—Making Supersonic Travel Real
Jason Ladayne
Magician/Card Mechanic
Self-employed performer
Episode: 486: Jason Ladanye—Nothing Up His Sleeve
Josh Smith
Founder of Montana Knife Company
Montana Knife Company
Episode: 485: Josh Smith—Made FOR America
Tom Albanese
Chairman of American Ocean Minerals, former CEO of Rio Tinto
American Ocean Minerals
Episode: 484: Tom Albanese—The Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean
Peggy Rowe
Author and mother of Mike Rowe
Author, Oak Crest resident
Episode: 483: Peggy Rowe—Mother's Day with Mom
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Xi Van Fleet
Author and speaker who lived through the Cultural Revolution in China
Author (Mao's America; Made in America)
Episode: 482: Xi Van Fleet— Don't Be a Shiny Little Screw
Jason Altmire
Former congressman, author of Trade Up
Career Education Colleges and Universities / Private post-secondary trade schools
Episode: 481: Jason Altmire—Trade Up

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Mike Rowe
Host of The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 50.6k ratings
  • I listen to the whole podcast! Every time!

    Mike & Chuck! Your podcast is probably the ONLY podcast I don’t skip through the ads, love the barber shop jingles! 😝 Love your guests and interviews as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelikini
    United States22 days ago
  • Connor Boyack

    Great episode Thanks, Mike. I wish I had Tuttle Twins books for my now grown children. This is a splendid pathway for “changing the world” — support Connor Boyack and Libertas!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Easylionink
    United States24 days ago
  • Interesting and Thoughtful

    A great listen during my long drives into work or back home. Conversational on a variety of subjects, with deep dives into fascinating topics. What a wonderful voice too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OracleJulie
    United States24 days ago
  • Bud and Gail

    Our go to podcast while traveling from CA to Maine every spring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bud and Gail
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Best of the Best

    Episode 483 Peggy Rowe
 will lift anyone’s day. The best way to improve a nice walk outdoors to is to enjoy an episode of “The Way I Heard It.”

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    Kansas City Lee
    United Statesa month ago

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489: Michael Easter—The Hard Way
Q: What is the big takeaway from Scarcity Brain about why we crave more?
Our brain evolved to seek more due to past survival pressures, but modern environments reward quick, easy gains, leading to overconsumption and addiction; the solution lies in awareness and deliberate offsets of comfort.
489: Michael Easter—The Hard Way
Q: Do you still think of yourself primarily as a journalist?
I might just say writer, though I often feel people assume things about me when I say writer; the core idea is to keep exploring and telling stories.
487: Blake Scholl—Making Supersonic Travel Real
Q: What is the prime directive at Boom regarding impact and labor?
Boom emphasizes meaningful work for employees, a focus on training and expanding skilled labor, and building a talent distillery to grow the workforce to support the program and future power-generation needs.
487: Blake Scholl—Making Supersonic Travel Real
Q: How does Boom plan to keep supersonic travel economically viable and scalable?
By focusing on cost reduction, efficient engine design, and lining up airline business models with affordable tickets, the company aims to lower costs and enable mass adoption rather than a niche, luxury market.
485: Josh Smith—Made FOR America
Q: How do you teach the business of doing what you do?
Josh explains that he learned by bringing in experts, moving from a handmade process to scalable systems, and emphasizing hands-on problem-solving and heat-treat mastery, while empowering skilled workers and apprentices to take ownership.

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What is The Way I Heard It about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show combines short, punchy mysteries with in-depth conversations across a broad range of topics, from education reimagined with AI tutors and hands-on skills to manufacturing, tech, and public policy. Guests span educators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, authors, and craftspeople, all drawn by a common thread: practical wisdom, behind-the-scenes storytelling, and thoughtful takes on modern life. Listeners are likely drawn to conversations that mix personal anecdotes with big ideas, often framed by a pragmatic, can-do attitude. A notable strength is the host's knack for steering wide-ranging topics into accessible, memorable exchanges, making this a versatile listen for professionals seeking inspiration, actionable insights, and a touch o... more

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2. Connor Boyack
3. Blake Scholl
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7. Peggy Rowe
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