Rick’s Rambles
Every Monday morning, I tell a few inspirational, hopeful, and happy stories so we can all start the week off in the right frame of mind! We’ll also take a look at what special days are coming up for the week, and expect a dad joke or two thrown in, also!
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Episodes
Sunday Oct 23, 2022
Sunday Oct 23, 2022
Creature from the Black Lagoon is one of the most iconic movie monsters ever. Matter of fact, it's my FAVORITE Universal movie monster. A Svengoolie favorite, we look at 10 fun facts about the creature.
What are the best Halloween songs of all time? Thriller? Ghostbusters? Monster Mash? We take a look at the 10 best Halloween songs.
Paired with a brief story about music and dementia, and our special days coming up next week., it's a fun episode.
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If you'd like to simply buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here Buy Rick Garrett a Coffee. ko-fi.com/ricksrambles - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page.
As always, thank you for listening!
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Sunday Oct 16, 2022
Sunday Oct 16, 2022
Boris Karloff, the king of classic monster and horror movies---Frankenstein's Monster himself! In this week's episode, we take a deep dive into the life and tims of Boris Karloff.
And we can't let October go by without paying homage to Vincent Price.
As an adoptee, I've often wondered what it must be like to find your biological family. That's what our good news story is all about.
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If you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here: Buy Rick Garrett a Coffee. ko-fi.com/ricksrambles - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page.
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Sunday Oct 09, 2022
Sunday Oct 09, 2022
We've got a really fun episode this week!
We look at fun facts about one of my favorite animals, the sloth!
Y'all know I'm a huge fan of classic movie monsters, and this week we take a look at the top 10 classic movie monsters, as well as the top 10 halloween candies!
We also look at a fascinating story about men's sheds for mental health. Men, we've got to start taking better care of our mental health, and here's a great idea.
If you'd like to support the podcast, perhaps the easiest way is to just share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to. If you'd like to support financially, there are three ways you can do that.
I'm in partnership with Fahlo, a company that supports wildlife conservation by selling animal tracking bracelets. Each purchase supports not only wildlife conservation, but the Rick's Rambles Podcast. You can purchase your own bracelet here: https://www.myfahlo.com/discount/RICKSRAMBLES20?rfsn=6778322.9ce47e8
If you'd like your own Happy Cat Studio Tshirt or Coffee Mug, you can purchase one here: Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
And if you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here! (5) Ko-fi.com - Your Ko-fi
As always, I truly appreciate you taking the time to listen and support!
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Sunday Oct 02, 2022
Sunday Oct 02, 2022
This week's was an especially fun episode to research and put together.
Have you ever seen a UFO? Actually---I have. Do I think it was a spaceship? No, probably not, but I certainly can't explain what I saw. We look at 10 fun facts about UFOs.
Dracula. One of the most enduring horror characters in film, book and TV history. We look at the top 10 portrayals of Dracula, as ranked by Rankier.
Holly and I LOVE turtles, and we look at some good news about Sea Turtles today.
If you'd like to support the podcast, the easiest thing to do is to share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, check out my association with Fahlo, a company that supports wildlife conservation AND sells animal tracking bracelets. Holly and I both have these, and we LOVE them. You can support the podcast AND get your very own bracelet at
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Sunday Sep 25, 2022
Sunday Sep 25, 2022
I'm so fascinated with One Hit Wonders, and some of you all are, also! In this week's episode we take a look at 10 more of the best One Hit Wonders of all time.
Fall! It's time for Apple Cider, Pumpkin Spice, Candy Corn, Apples and more! We take a quick look at the life and times of Johnny Appleseed.
What's the secret to happiness? We may well have figured it out.
As also, I'm grateful for y'all taking the time to listen! If you'd like to support the podcast, please take a moment and share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to,
If you'd like to support my September Great Cycle Challenge, you can make a tax deductible donation at https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/RIckGarrett
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Sunday Sep 18, 2022
Sunday Sep 18, 2022
Earworms! We all have them, those songs that get stuck in our head and can't get them out, no matter what we we do. This week we look at the top 20 earworms, as defined by science.
We take a deep dive into the life and times of Harry Houdini, one of the most fascinating individuals I've ever read about!
Aging--we're all doing it. But there's good news, and I share that today!
Once again, this year I'm taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge, a ride that raises funds for kids' cancer research, family services, and more. If you'd like to donate, you can do so here: Great Cycle Challenge USA - Riders - RIck Garrett
I appreciate you!
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Sunday Sep 11, 2022
Sunday Sep 11, 2022
Cheeseburgers! We ALL love them, right? Who much do you know about them? Do you know who invented them? We'll talk all about them today.
We'll also look at a feel good story about a man who lost his right 50+ years ago, and now it's been found.
TV Spinoffs. It's one of my favorite topics. I've put together a list of my favorite spin offs. What are yours?
This year, I'm taking part again in the Great Cycle Challenge, raising funds for Kid's Cancer research. If you'd like to contribute, here's a link: https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/RIckGarrett
As always, thank you for listening! If you have a spare minute, I'd really appreciate it if you'd share the podcast on your social media.
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Sunday Sep 04, 2022
Sunday Sep 04, 2022
Novelty songs! We all love them, right? Whether it's King Tut, or The Streak, we look at some of the best of the best.
In honor of Star Trek day this week, we take a deep dive into the life and times of Leonard Nimoy.
How do you maintain a positive attitude when things are less than optimal? In today's episode, we take a quick look at 10 steps we all can take--today--to for a more positive attitude.
This year, I'm taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge. I'm riding my bike to raise funds for kids' cancer research and family services. If you'd like to read more, and perhaps donate to the cause, you can do that here: https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/RIckGarrett
I so appreciate you taking the time to listen!
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Sunday Aug 28, 2022
Sunday Aug 28, 2022
What were the worst songs of the 1970s? We take a look at 10 of the worst of the worst---or maybe the best of the best. Your choice.
Who remembers the Pet Rock? It was HUGE in the 1970s, and we look at 15 fun facts from this craze.
We also look at a fun story about a young girl talking to astronauts via ham radio.
If you'd like to support the podcast, the easiest way is to simply share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can buy be a cup of coffee or tip me at Buy Rick Garrett a Coffee. ko-fi.com/ricksrambles - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page.
If you'd like your own Happy Cat Studio Tshirt or Mug, or other merchandise, you can do that at Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
As always, I truly appreciate you listening!
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Monday Aug 22, 2022
Monday Aug 22, 2022
What a fun episode to put together this week! We take a deep dive into The Andy Griffith Show, and you might learn some things you don't know.
What are your favorite movie monsters? King Kong? Frankenstein? Dracula? Others? Well, lets' run down a top 10 list, in a shout out to my Svengoolie friends.
Along with our special days of the week, and a fascinating article on how our lesiure activites might cut our risk to dementia, we're got a fun and educational episode!
If you'd like to support the podcast, you can simply share it on your favorite social media outlet.
If you'd like to support financially, you can buy me a cup of coffee at Buy Rick Garrett a Coffee. ko-fi.com/ricksrambles - Ko-fi ❤️ Where creators get support from fans through donations, memberships, shop sales and more! The original 'Buy Me a Coffee' Page.
If you'd like your very own Happy Cat Studio Tshirt or mug, I have a store! You can find that at Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
As always, I TRULY appreciate you listening!
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The Story of Rick's Rambles
For over 60 years, Rick Garrett has dedicated his life to spreading joy, kindness, humor, and nostalgia through his performances as a musician, comedian, and storyteller. When the COVID-19 pandemic made public appearances impossible, Rick launched the Rick's Rambles Podcast to continue his mission of making the world a better place, one story at a time. Tune in for heartwarming good news stories, a healthy dose of nostalgia, and much more on the Rick's Rambles Podcast.