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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's really going on with America's national debt, and why should any of us care? Dr. Carolyn Bourdeaux is giving us a much-needed lesson in fiscal reality and sounding the alarm bell. A former U.S. Representative from Georgia, Bourdeaux is a publi... more

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For decades, Joe Manchin was a Democrat in a state that increasingly voted Republican. He served two terms as governor of West Virginia before spending 14 years in the U.S. Senate, where his willingness to buck his own party made him one of the most ... more

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What do you get when you combine labor, energy, and intelligence? According to Toby Rice, you get the ingredients for abundance—and a better standard of living for all Americans. The CEO of EQT Corporation and co-founder of Rice Energy, Rice began hi... more

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Jim McKelvey is an entrepreneur, innovator, computer engineer, and master glassblower who helped build a billion-dollar company. That's not the usual career path, but then, Jim McKelvey isn't your usual entrepreneur. The co-founder of Square, along w... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Manchin
Former West Virginia governor and U.S. senator, and founder of the Independent Leadership Council.
Independent Leadership Council
Episode: 509: Joe Manchin—A Declaration of Independents
Toby Rice
CEO of EQT Corporation, co-founder of Rice Energy and founder of Energy Corps
EQT Corporation
Episode: 508: Toby Rice—Got Gas?
Jim McKelvey
Entrepreneur, computer engineer, glassblower, and co-founder of Square
Block
Episode: 507: Jim McKelvey—A Square Peg in a Glass Hole
Nick Nichols
Retired Air Force Colonel, founder/leader at Folds of Honor
Folds of Honor
Episode: 506: Nick Nichols—Folds of Honor
Brooke Rollins
Secretary of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Episode: 505: Brooke Rollins—Where's the Beef?
Victor Davis Hanson
Historian, senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, farmer
Hoover Institution, Stanford; raisin farming
Episode: 504: Victor Davis Hanson—The Counter Revolution
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

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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 51.7k ratings
  • Awesome show

    I really enjoy Mikes style as well as his mission. He has very interesting guests that cover a wide variety of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DB1004
    United States22 days ago
  • Great Show

    Love The Podcast Brother Mike! May God Bless You and Yours!!

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    Victor Glenn Crockett

    Retired USASFG (A)🪂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Victor Crockett
    United States22 days ago
  • Recommend!

    Recommend by a friend and so glad she did, been listening for several years now! Well done Mike Rowe.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    peter.tarantelli
    United States23 days ago
  • Brooke Rollins

    Thanks so much for your chat with the Ag Secretary. She has been incredibly great in the job & with such endless energy!! I follow her newsletters but nobody in the media pays any attn to this most-important dept. Its all about securing our domestic FOOD supply from adversaries!! People need to be more aware of how critical our farmers & the entire ag industry is to our very survival. As important as our military!! Brooke is definitely one of Trumps best Cabinet picks & a real dynamo. Please hav... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoCalGoldnGal
    United States23 days ago
  • Super enjoyable

    Great interviews. I have learned a lot. It is neat to hear what Mike is passionate about for our country and our future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ksb.anderson
    United States25 days ago

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509: Joe Manchin—A Declaration of Independents
Q: Why did you choose the Democratic Party originally?
Manchin says he never consciously chose a party. His family identified as Democrats, but he says he has always been independent-minded and changed his registration when he could no longer remain in the party.
509: Joe Manchin—A Declaration of Independents
Q: Would you have run for president if you could have gotten on the ballot as an Independent?
Manchin says he could have competed in all 50 states and wanted to join the political dialogue, challenge both parties, and address the national debt.
508: Toby Rice—Got Gas?
Q: How do you articulate to your people your company's commitment to that very thing without creating this idea that I've seen happen with a lot of safety first nomenclature?
Rice says safety requires personal responsibility, expanding controls as operations grow, using AI to put relevant safety information in front of workers, and empowering employees to stop work when they see a hazard.
508: Toby Rice—Got Gas?
Q: And so from your perspective, what's driving the fear? Is there a legitimate cause for concern? And what ought to be done to level things out, if anything?
Rice says uncertainty about AI and concerns about water use, electricity prices, noise, and light pollution contribute to public fears. He argues that industrial development must address those concerns rather than dismiss them.
507: Jim McKelvey—A Square Peg in a Glass Hole
Q: Is it more important to do the thing right or to do it at the right time?
McKelvey says timing matters greatly, while the work still has to be done well enough. He illustrates this with a glassblowing lesson from Lino Taglia Pietra: his technique was sound, but he needed to attach the hot glass at the right moment.

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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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