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 03, 2021
Sunday Oct 03, 2021
It's October, and no Pumpkin Spice content! Instead we've got fun facts about one of the most iconic movie monsters ever, Godzilla! I think my Svengoolie friends will appreciate that!
In addition, a study on kindness from British Columbia, and we'll take a nostalgic look back at the toys of the 1970s, including Nerf Balls, Pet Rocks, and more!
If you'd like to support the podcast, please share it on your social media, rate it on your favorite podcast app, and, as always, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett
Thank you so much for listening!
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Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Happy International Podcast Day! In this special episode, I take your questions and answer them! We talk about life, music, a bit of Theology, my personal history, and more!
I appreciate all your questions! Maybe we should do this again sometime!
If you'd like to support the podcast, please share it on your social media, and if you wish you can buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett
See y'all Monday for our regular episode!
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Sunday Sep 26, 2021
Sunday Sep 26, 2021
This week, I look at one of the most beloved talk show hosts of all time, Johnny Carson. You can't mention Classic TV without thinking of him!
My friends shared with me what good news they had from this week, and I'm sharing it with you!!
Books. We forget how important they are to young minds. Today's good news story is about The Book Boy!
Fast food items. If you're a foodie, or even if you're not, you might really enjoy this segment!
As always, please share on your social media, and if you'd care to, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett
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Sunday Sep 19, 2021
Sunday Sep 19, 2021
Mini Golf, Putt Putt, whatever you want to call it, it sure is fun! In this week's Fun Facts, we look at the fascinating world of miniature golf!
As we age, it's important that we try new things. We here about a 100 year old weightlifter in this week's fun facts.
Taking care of our physical health is so important, especially as we age. We look at some quick, simple, life tips to improve our health this week,
As always, thank you for listening! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett and please take a moment and share it on your social media, let folks know what you're listening to!
YOU are appreciated!
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Sunday Sep 12, 2021
Sunday Sep 12, 2021
Apples! Who loves them? One of the iconic fall foods, In this week's episode, we get 10 fun facts about apples!
Also, we hear about a lady who had a unique way of inspiring her neighbors---she made compliment jars!
Want to have a better, more positive Twitter experience? We talk about that, also. Need some more good, clean humor in your life? Well, I've got some dad jokes for you tonight!
As always, thank you for listening! If you'd ike to support the podcast, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett and pleae shrare on your social media!
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Sunday Sep 05, 2021
Sunday Sep 05, 2021
Fall is in the air! That always makes me want to build a fire and roast some hot dogs! We look at fun facts about hot dogs this week.
In addition, we look at how positive social interactions can help stave off the effects of aging. It's important that we maintain positive interactions with other folks, both in person and online.
Art! I'm not necessarily an artistic guy, but I've come up with some projects we all can try! Art keeps us creative, exercises different areas of our brain, and more!
If you'd like to support the podcast, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett and please, share on your social media!!
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Sunday Aug 29, 2021
Sunday Aug 29, 2021
This week, we take a look at the Grand Old Opry! In addition, we look at YOUR picks for the best country music song of all time.
Dyslexia is something I have a lot of personal experience with. We look at the amazing story of a dyslexic explorer who has done amazing work for National Geographic and more.
As always, if you'd like to support the podcast, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett and also please share it on your social media platform of choice!
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Sunday Aug 22, 2021
Sunday Aug 22, 2021
Tarzan! How many of us grew up with this character! This week we'll look at fun facts about Tarzan, The Ape Man!
Depression. It hits many of us at some point in our lives, myself included. In this episode, we'll take a look at how physical activity helps depression.
Remember playground games as kids? We'll take a look at some of those, too, as well has Geocaching and PokemonGo! And, as always, we'll take a look at this week's holidays. I appreciate you tuning in so much!
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Sunday Aug 15, 2021
Sunday Aug 15, 2021
Have you ever wondered about the history of Merry Go Rounds? Well, you can learn 10 fun facts about them right here!
Random Acts of Kindness. Sometimes, they can change someone's day. Sometimes, they can change someone's entire life. Today, we hear a great story about how the random gift of a doll changed a little girls life, and inspired her to be a doctor.
Are you maybe having one of those days? Well, today, I give you some tips on how to have a better day RIGHT NOW!
As always, please share on your social media, and if you're so moved, you can support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett
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Sunday Aug 08, 2021
Sunday Aug 08, 2021
Instagram. It's a fun way to pass some spare time, and a fun way to share glimpses of our lives. But, sometimes, it can be used to do great good! Today, we look at a gentleman's life who was changed from a simple instagram post.
Social Media. It's challenging, isn't it? I know it is for me. I struggle some days trying to remain positive. Then I found these tips to have a more positive social media experience, and I'm sharing them with you toda
As always, if you'd like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee at http://www.buymeacoffee.com/rickgarrett
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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.