
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 | 477 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

What does it take to rebuild America's industrial backbone—and who's actually going to do the work? Mike sits down with Michael Cadenazzi, Assistant Secretary of War for Industrial Base Policy, to discuss his role at the Department of War (DOW) and h... more
Mike talks with Jan Jekielek, senior editor at The Epoch Times and host of American Thought Leaders, to discuss his new book, Killed to Order: China's Organ Harvesting Industry and the True Nature of America's Biggest Adversary. It's an explosive in... more
Mike chats with Jeff Childers—the attorney-turned-writer behind the wildly popular Coffee & Covid Substack—for a wide-ranging conversation about media narratives, pandemic politics, and the strange new world of citizen journalism. What began as a dai... more
Mike talks with Will Swaim, CEO of the California Policy Center. California has long marketed itself as the future—a place where trends are born and the rest of the country eventually follows. But Swaim argues that when it comes to public policy, tha... more
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I’ve been following Mike Rowe since the first days of ‘Dirty Jobs’. His take on the world has always made me smile. His sarcastic, intelligent, quick-witted, albeit somewhat egocentric approach to really any topic, keeps me wanting more. His counterpart, Chuck is a fantastic balance to the show, and is a saint for putting up with a mere portion of what Mike puts him through, no less the whole shebang!
From the confirmation of my own thoughts on how our future is held in the hands of the workers,... more
Loved the Carson episode!
You need to have Rick Beato on to talk about AI created music. I think it would be a fantastic conversation
A familiar voice and friendly conversation on various topics
A listener wrote in to say that he named his phone, the “Mike Rowe Phone” and Mike had to wag his finger and let everyone e know that he “handles the jokes.” Sent more than once from Mike and it’s really disappointing. Other than annoying ego moments like this, I really enjoy listening to the podcast.
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Content features a wide range of subjects traversing history, culture, and personal anecdotes. The discussions often bring in guests from diverse backgrounds, allowing for deep dives into topics that balance humor and insight. Listeners are likely to find engaging conversations exploring the intersections of trades, arts, and personal journeys, often framed through personal stories that resonate with broader societal themes. The show stands out for its blend of light-hearted moments with deeper reflections on significant social issues, encouraging listeners to think critically while also being entertained.
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Recent guests on The Way I Heard It include:
1. Michael Cadenazzi
2. Jan Jekielek
3. Jeff Childers
4. David Zucker
5. Mark Malkoff
6. Riley Moore
7. Thomas Tull
8. Winn Claybaugh
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