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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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Founder and president of Montana Knife Company Josh Smith sits down with Mike to discuss his unlikely path from working as a lineman to becoming one of America's premier master bladesmiths. The conversation dives into the grit, craftsmanship, and obs... more

In this episode Mike explores the growing race for critical minerals hidden deep beneath the Pacific Ocean with mining executive Tom Albanese, Chairman of American Ocean Minerals and former CEO of Rio Tinto and Vedanta Resources. Tom has spent more t... more

In this special LIVE edition of Coffee with Mome, Mike heads home for Mother's Day and sits down with the woman who taught him everything worth knowing — his mom, Peggy Rowe. Recorded in front of a live audience at the place Peggy refers to as The Ho... more

Mike sits down with author and Cultural Revolution survivor Xi Van Fleet for a conversation that's equal parts personal history and cautionary tale. Xi recounts her childhood under Mao Zedong's China, where conformity wasn't encouraged—it was enforc... more

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Josh Smith
Founder of Montana Knife Company
Montana Knife Company
Episode: 485: Josh Smith—Made FOR America
Tom Albanese
Former CEO of Rio Tinto; Chairman of American Ocean Minerals
American Ocean Minerals
Episode: 484: Tom Albanese—The Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean
Xi Van Fleet
Author and speaker recounting lived experience under China's Cultural Revolution
Author, Made in America; Mao's 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 (CECU)
Episode: 481: Jason Altmire—Trade Up
Riley Burr
Research Foundation leader, CQ Research Foundation
CQ Research Foundation
Episode: 481: Jason Altmire—Trade Up
Matt Ebert
Founder/CEO, Crash Champions
Crash Champions
Episode: 480: Matt Ebert—The Billion Dollar Car Wreck
Danny (CMO)
Chief Marketing Officer, Crash Champions
Crash Champions
Episode: 480: Matt Ebert—The Billion Dollar Car Wreck
Evan Voyles
Sign maker and neon artist, proprietor of Neon Jungle
Neon Jungle
Episode: 479: Evan Voyles— The Connoisseur of Irony
Nicholas Eberstadt
Demographer, public policy scholar, economist at the American Enterprise Institute
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: 478: Nicholas Eberstadt—The New Misery

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

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Harmony

    Information and witty interlocution

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    Christian Commuter
    United States2 months ago
  • Adam Carolla guest

    Excellent conversation- Mike' s cadence bridges a listener to Adam's more frenetic delivery - making Adam who I sometimes listen to- worth another serious listen- i rarely miss an episode om Mike and Chuck

    Apple Podcasts
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    Canada2 months ago

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484: Tom Albanese—The Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean
Q: What are the main challenges to harvesting nodules, and how are they being addressed?
Technological feasibility, market demand, and societal license to operate are the three big challenges; advances in robotics, environmental science, and careful regulation are helping address them.
484: Tom Albanese—The Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean
Q: Why are polymetallic nodules important for the future of energy and technology?
Nodules contain metals essential for electronics and energy storage, like copper, cobalt, nickel, manganese, and rare earths, which are key for data centers, EVs, renewables, and overall electrification.
484: Tom Albanese—The Metals at the Bottom of the Ocean
Q: How many countries has Tom Albanese worked in, and what has his career trajectory looked like?
Tom describes a global, multi-decade career in mining, including leadership roles at Rio Tinto and Vedanta, and his move into American Ocean Minerals to pursue seafloor nodules as a new frontier for metals.
485: Josh Smith—Made FOR America
Q: How do apprenticeships and trades play into your business model?
He stresses apprenticeships as essential to building a workforce capable of scaling manufacturing in the U.S., arguing that hands-on training and practical problem-solving are foundational to growth and long-term resilience.
485: Josh Smith—Made FOR America
Q: What motivated you to start Montana Knife Company and keep production in Montana?
Josh Smith explains his decision to bootstrap from a garage and build a fully in-house operation in Missoula, driven by the American dream of manufacturing here and by keeping costs and quality under his control, despite the challenges.

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The show features sharp, wide-ranging conversations that blend culture, technology, policy, entrepreneurship, and personal storytelling. Episodes frequently center on bold ideas, practical trades, and real-world impact, with guests ranging from policymakers and industry founders to artists and journalists. The format often mixes personal history, behind-the-scenes industry insights, and candid takes on contemporary issues, all anchored by a consistent, approachable host who teases out lessons from diverse careers. Noteworthy is the willingness to tackle provocative topics (from workforce development to tech regulation) with humor and candor, making the podcast a compelling listen for professionals seeking pragmatic wisdom, inspiration, and ... more

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