The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
Episodes
76: A Hot Babe Who Liked It Rough
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The family business was brutal - but this Babe wanted in.
75: A Safe Space
22 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
His personal proclivities seemed to trigger women – so he had to keep them a secret.
74: The Ride of His Life
12 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When you're in the back of an ambulance in the middle of a snowstorm - every second counts.
73: Monkey Business
05 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How to make a billion dollars and remain absolutely calm.
72: Better Late Than Never
29 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When the time came to fight for their King, these knights were prepared to show the enemy what they were made of.
71: Head In The Clouds
22 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Henry Junior just wanted to get out of Henry Senior's famous shadow.
70: You Might Feel a Little Pinch
15 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
No matter how bad your habits, this dentist can stop your pain - guaranteed!
69: "A Little Dab'll Do Ya!"
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Take it from mother - never underestimate the power of a little make-up, properly applied.
68: A Nice Girl From Wisconsin
01 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The consequences of her choice would forever change the world.
67: Charlie's Big Break
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This aspiring songwriter was a family man who really wanted to be famous.
66: A Serial Inventor
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Because necessity is actually the mother of investment.
65: A Full Figured Gal
11 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
She had tons of suitors because men knew that with her - anything was possible.
64: It's Good To Be The King
08 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mike tells a very personal story of the King that changed his life.
63: Render Unto Caesar
04 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Caesar's ride that changed the course of Western Civilization.
62: I'd Like To Buy a Vowel
27 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
But only if the spirit moves you.
61: When the World's on Fire
20 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The melody was sweet, but the lyrics were too painful to sing.
60: Something to Stand For
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What do you get when you cross a Private, a General, a lawyer, a doctor and two teenagers? Something worth standing for.
59: A Hero Under the Influence
06 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When all is lost and the end is near - why not have a drink... or several.
58: A Lesser Known Vessel
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Cooper was asked to do the impossible - But he found it impossible not to try.
57: But Who's Counting
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night could keep this 60 year-old mailman from finally receiving his due.
56: Something Unforgettable and Real
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bill was known for creating unforgettable car chases - but there was one chase he wished he could forget.
55: The Man Behind the Microphone
09 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes choosing the right words means not sticking to the script.
54: The Boy Who Loved to Fly
06 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
He flew into history - thanks to a nervous mother with an old-fashioned name.
53: A Simple Solution
02 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
His formula saved millions from starvation - among other things.
52: A Patient Man
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
John loved Peggy so much he would do anything for her... including this!
51: Kids Stuff
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mr. Akai had a secret - and every kid in the neighborhood knew it.
50: Size Matters
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In a competition like this - every inch counts.
49: Dream Job
04 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The greatest World's Fair on the planet - and it all started with shoveling horse poo.
48: An Unmistakable Sound
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Bob was a Mad Man who could sell anything - but this new product gave him a terrible headache.
47: On Thin Branches
21 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
How a mild mannered middle-school band teacher terrified America.
46: Fair Warning
14 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You know his name - now you'll know why.
45: The Biscuit Bomb
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Melvin's Stories always had a surprise ending - this one surprised even Melvin.
44: The Greaseman Cometh
28 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Don't like your job? Just invent something that does it for you.
43: The Paint Salesman
21 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
"Work hard, tell the truth, and don't be late for supper."
42: A Standing Ovation
14 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You can stand, but don't you dare applaud.
41: Words, Words, Words
07 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Choose them wisely or deal with the consequences.
40: Chip Off the Old Block
31 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This groundbreaking agent had the world's most unique client. And he took him straight to the top.
39: A Rose By Any Other Name
24 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Neat trick, but can you copyright it?
38: On Self Abuse
17 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Please sir, can I have some more?
37: Man of Faith
14 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A showdown between a pious governor a righteous crowd - what could possibly go wrong?
36: Oh Brother!
12 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Thanksgiving isn't complete without a second helping of Presidential election politics.
35: The Code Breaker
10 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
His ear for hearing patterns served him well.
34: That's All Folks
14 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Who knew cartoon characters could be so litigious?
33: You Don't Know Mike
11 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, all you can do is watch.
32: The Dreamer
30 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
He couldn't change the people, so he changed the world.
31: The Hangman & The Windsor Knot
23 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How a perfectly tied Windsor knot led to a date with the gallows.
30: The Demoted Deserter
16 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
War is hell, but the paperwork is intolerable.
29: The 100 Billion Dollar Bar
09 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How his sweet tooth changed your life.
28: An Incredible Reinvention
02 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When no one wants your product, don't change the product, change the name.
27: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
26 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I don't want to split hairs, but EVERYONE should know this woman's name.
26: Rose Garden Rubbish
19 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Even the President can't help this guy catch a break.
25: The Prisoner
12 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The craziest prison break story you've never heard of.
24: Big Guy, Little Guy
05 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How do you compete with a thriving 20th century company? Use 18th century technology of course.
23: Donnie's Secret
28 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Donnie has a secret... and it's a doozie.
22: In Laws on the Outs
21 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Their escape from an overbearing family really put them on the map.
21: The Coward of the Deep
14 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Who will sing the praises of the famous warrior who refused to fight.
20: Fred's Final Wish
07 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Why Fred's kids stopped for a snack on the way to his funeral.
19: John's Portuguese Cousin
31 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A most unlikely path to becoming one of the greatest voices of all time.
18: The Toymaker
24 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Al didn't want to make toys, he just wanted to fly.
17: The Lady Calls the Shots
17 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
He loved her so much he gave her his job.
16: The Orphan Hero
10 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
She was plucked from the streets and catapulted to fame.
15: Sorry, Wrong Number
03 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes in life, it's better not to stick to the script.
14: The American Rock Star
26 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
His music career really blew up.
13: On My Honor
19 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
They say the truth will set you free, but in this case, it was a little white lie.
12: One Hit Wonder
12 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
No one has ever matched his record, and no one knows his name.
11: Lord of Loud
05 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
He didn't like the quiet, so he made sure we all could pump up the volume.
10: Lord of Light
29 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The most expensive theme park there never was.
9: The Longshot
22 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes the only way to prove your worth, is with a trial by fire.
8: It's a Shame About Your Face
15 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The most recognizable face that no one wanted to hire.
7: "Be right back, hon!"
08 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
She believes her husband is a genius. The only problem, no one else does. How her road trip changed everything – for YOU!
6: "This isn't funny!"
01 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It was a cold, dark night on the field of battle – and one man had the perfect plan to strike back at the enemy.
5: Breaking The Silence
01 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
He found his voice and defined a generation. And he owes it all to a little piece of fruit.
4: Little Bits Of Corpse
01 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Was he a lunatic or a genius? Sometimes it's hard to tell, especially when you're telling the world that doctors are killing their patients.
3: Clean Up On Aisle 4!
01 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How did the clerks in a modest grocery store change the world as we know it?
2: He Had It All
01 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
He had the talent. He had the charisma. He had the looks. But without one little change, he'd never be the household name he is today.
1: The 25 Million Dollar Kiss
24 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A kiss from her helped win the war. But her real assets changed the world as we know it.
Introducing 'The Way I Heard It'
23 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
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-...