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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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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 different—but 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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Recent Guests

Alex Clark
Conservative health and wellness advocate, Culture Apothecary founder
Culture Apothecary
Episode: 503: Alex Clark—Don't Eat That
Chris Power
Founder of Hadrian (defense manufacturing company)
Hadrian
Episode: 502: Chris Power—The Other Hadrian's Wall
Andy Stumpf
Former Navy SEAL, author and podcaster
Navy SEAL Foundation, Cleared Hot
Episode: 501: Andy Stumpf—Gray Noise
Tamara Diller
Director of Communications and Marketing at Mach Industries; Ethan's mother
Mach Industries
Episode: 500: Tamara Thornton—The Mother of Mach
Ian Cinnamon
CEO of Apex
Apex
Episode: 499: Ted Decker & Ian Cinnamon—Orbiting Home
Ted Decker
CEO of The Home Depot
Home Depot
Episode: 499: Ted Decker & Ian Cinnamon—Orbiting Home
Bill Whittle
Historian
Episode: 498: Bill Whittle—Communism for Dummies
Ethan Thornton
Founder/CEO of Mach Industries, aerospace entrepreneur
Mach Industries
Episode: 497: Ethan Thornton—I Like a Lotta Problems
Philip Ovadia
Heart surgeon and author advocating meat-based metabolic health approach
iFixHearts (telemedicine practice)
Episode: 496: Dr. Philip Ovadia—Meat is Medicine

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Mike Rowe
Host of The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe; known for bridging history, culture, and current affairs through conversational interviews.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51.3k ratings
  • 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

    Podchaser
    5
    willie.latch
    20 days ago
  • Finally, an episode that is not political. Listening to this was quite enjoyable, bringing back memories of why I first subscribed to this podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    3 months ago
  • Finally, an episode that is not political. Listening to this was quite enjoyable, bringing back memories of why I first subscribed to this podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Daddy Stew
    3 months ago
  • 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.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    p0dcaster1
    3 months ago
  • 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
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    Kelikini
    United States3 months ago

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499: Ted Decker & Ian Cinnamon—Orbiting Home
Q: What role do government programs like Pell Grants play in workforce development for trades?
Pell Grants being extended to short-term trade schools can fund 12- to 13-week courses for certification, helping students who can't afford upfront costs access training and enter the trades more quickly.
499: Ted Decker & Ian Cinnamon—Orbiting Home
Q: How does Apex plan to change satellite manufacturing, and why is this important?
Apex is mass-producing satellite platforms with a software-enabled manufacturing line, bringing together diverse talent and moving away from bespoke, slow builds to scalable, repeatable production, which lowers costs and speeds up access to space.
499: Ted Decker & Ian Cinnamon—Orbiting Home
Q: What is Home Depot doing to close the skills gap and train for the trades?
Home Depot is investing heavily in training and certification programs, including Path to Pro, partnerships with the Home Builder Institute, and a national base of classrooms on military bases to train veterans and transitioning service members, plus in-school shop programs to build early interest.
496: Dr. Philip Ovadia—Meat is Medicine
Q: How should a patient approach testing and conversations with their doctor about insulin resistance and heart disease risk?
He recommends asking about fasting insulin levels and a CRP test, and emphasizes the coronary calcium scan as a key risk tool, arguing these tests guide more personalized prevention strategies.
496: Dr. Philip Ovadia—Meat is Medicine
Q: What inspired you to pivot from traditional heart surgery practices to a more nutrition- and lifestyle-driven approach?
Dr. Ovadia shares his personal transformation from an obese, prediabetic surgeon to advocating meat-based metabolic health, highlighting how recognizing insulin resistance and dietary missteps led him to change practice and recommendations.

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

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 ideas—like the value of generalized knowledge, the myths around education and work, and national identity—through 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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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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