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The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
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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65: A Full Figured Gal

65: A Full Figured Gal

She had tons of suitors because men knew that with her - anything was possible.
07:1011/07/2017
64: It's Good To Be The King

64: It's Good To Be The King

Mike tells a very personal story of the King that changed his life.  
30:2708/07/2017
63: Render Unto Caesar

63: Render Unto Caesar

Caesar's ride that changed the course of Western Civilization. 
06:5804/07/2017
62: I'd Like To Buy a Vowel

62: I'd Like To Buy a Vowel

But only if the spirit moves you.
07:1427/06/2017
61: When the World's on Fire

61: When the World's on Fire

The melody was sweet, but the lyrics were too painful to sing.
05:0420/06/2017
60: Something to Stand For

60: Something to Stand For

What do you get when you cross a Private, a General, a lawyer, a doctor and two teenagers?  Something worth standing for.
08:3313/06/2017
59: A Hero Under the Influence

59: A Hero Under the Influence

When all is lost and the end is near - why not have a drink... or several.
06:2506/06/2017
58: A Lesser Known Vessel

58: A Lesser Known Vessel

Captain Cooper was asked to do the impossible - But he found it impossible not to try.
05:3830/05/2017
57: But Who's Counting

57: But Who's Counting

Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night could keep this 60 year-old mailman from finally receiving his due.
08:0523/05/2017
56: Something Unforgettable and Real

56: Something Unforgettable and Real

Bill was known for creating unforgettable car chases - but there was one chase he wished he could forget.  
07:4816/05/2017
55: The Man Behind the Microphone

55: The Man Behind the Microphone

Sometimes choosing the right words means not sticking to the script.
06:1109/05/2017
54: The Boy Who Loved to Fly

54: The Boy Who Loved to Fly

He flew into history - thanks to a nervous mother with an old-fashioned name.
06:1206/05/2017
53: A Simple Solution

53: A Simple Solution

His formula saved millions from starvation - among other things.
06:3502/05/2017
52: A Patient Man

52: A Patient Man

John loved Peggy so much he would do anything for her... including this!
07:0725/04/2017
51: Kids Stuff

51: Kids Stuff

Mr. Akai had a secret - and every kid in the neighborhood knew it.
06:5718/04/2017
50: Size Matters

50: Size Matters

In a competition like this - every inch counts.
08:3111/04/2017
49: Dream Job

49: Dream Job

The greatest World's Fair on the planet - and it all started with shoveling horse poo.
06:0904/04/2017
48: An Unmistakable Sound

48: An Unmistakable Sound

Bob was a Mad Man who could sell anything - but this new product gave him a terrible headache.  
06:3628/03/2017
47: On Thin Branches

47: On Thin Branches

How a mild mannered middle-school band teacher terrified America. 
05:5321/03/2017
46: Fair Warning

46: Fair Warning

You know his name - now you'll know why.
06:1414/03/2017
45: The Biscuit Bomb

45: The Biscuit Bomb

Melvin's Stories always had a surprise ending - this one surprised even Melvin.
06:3207/03/2017
44: The Greaseman Cometh

44: The Greaseman Cometh

Don't like your job?  Just invent something that does it for you.
06:4628/02/2017
43: The Paint Salesman

43: The Paint Salesman

"Work hard, tell the truth, and don't be late for supper."
07:2521/02/2017
42: A Standing Ovation

42: A Standing Ovation

You can stand, but don't you dare applaud.
05:5514/02/2017
41: Words, Words, Words

41: Words, Words, Words

Choose them wisely or deal with the consequences.  
06:0107/02/2017
40: Chip Off the Old Block

40: Chip Off the Old Block

This groundbreaking agent had the world's most unique client.  And he took him straight to the top.
05:5731/01/2017
39: A Rose By Any Other Name

39: A Rose By Any Other Name

Neat trick, but can you copyright it?
06:3124/01/2017
38: On Self Abuse

38: On Self Abuse

Please sir, can I have some more?
07:1617/01/2017
37: Man of Faith

37: Man of Faith

A showdown between a pious governor a righteous crowd - what could possibly go wrong? 
05:1714/01/2017
36: Oh Brother!

36: Oh Brother!

Thanksgiving isn't complete without a second helping of Presidential election politics.
05:3712/01/2017
35: The Code Breaker

35: The Code Breaker

His ear for hearing patterns served him well.
05:2810/01/2017
34: That's All Folks

34: That's All Folks

Who knew cartoon characters could be so litigious?
08:0314/12/2016
33: You Don't Know Mike

33: You Don't Know Mike

Sometimes, all you can do is watch.
07:0711/09/2016
32: The Dreamer

32: The Dreamer

He couldn't change the people, so he changed the world.
06:1330/08/2016
31: The Hangman & The Windsor Knot

31: The Hangman & The Windsor Knot

How a perfectly tied Windsor knot led to a date with the gallows.
05:0723/08/2016
30: The Demoted Deserter

30: The Demoted Deserter

War is hell, but the paperwork is intolerable.
06:0816/08/2016
29: The 100 Billion Dollar Bar

29: The 100 Billion Dollar Bar

How his sweet tooth changed your life.
05:1409/08/2016
28: An Incredible Reinvention

28: An Incredible Reinvention

When no one wants your product, don't change the product, change the name.
05:2902/08/2016
27: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

27: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

I don't want to split hairs, but EVERYONE should know this woman's name.
05:4326/07/2016
26: Rose Garden Rubbish

26: Rose Garden Rubbish

Even the President can't help this guy catch a break.
05:2819/07/2016
25: The Prisoner

25: The Prisoner

The craziest prison break story you've never heard of.
05:0512/07/2016
24: Big Guy, Little Guy

24: Big Guy, Little Guy

How do you compete with a thriving 20th century company? Use 18th century technology of course.
04:2805/07/2016
23: Donnie's Secret

23: Donnie's Secret

Donnie has a secret... and it's a doozie.
05:1528/06/2016
22: In Laws on the Outs

22: In Laws on the Outs

Their escape from an overbearing family really put them on the map.
06:0221/06/2016
21: The Coward of the Deep

21: The Coward of the Deep

Who will sing the praises of the famous warrior who refused to fight.
06:1014/06/2016
20: Fred's Final Wish

20: Fred's Final Wish

Why Fred's kids stopped for a snack on the way to his funeral.
05:0107/06/2016
19: John's Portuguese Cousin

19: John's Portuguese Cousin

A most unlikely path to becoming one of the greatest voices of all time.
05:5031/05/2016
18: The Toymaker

18: The Toymaker

Al didn't want to make toys, he just wanted to fly.
04:1724/05/2016
17: The Lady Calls the Shots

17: The Lady Calls the Shots

He loved her so much he gave her his job.
05:3917/05/2016
16: The Orphan Hero

16: The Orphan Hero

She was plucked from the streets and catapulted to fame.
05:3710/05/2016