Rick’s Rambles
Start your week with Rick’s Rambles, a short, fast-paced weekly podcast filled with fun facts, uplifting encouragement, music stories, and quirky holidays. Every Monday, Rick brings together trivia, mental health inspiration, the story behind the song, and a few lighthearted surprises along the way. It’s a positive, easy listen for anyone who enjoys encouragement, nostalgia, clean fun, and discovering something new each week.
Start your week with Rick’s Rambles, a short, fast-paced weekly podcast filled with fun facts, uplifting encouragement, music stories, and quirky holidays. Every Monday, Rick brings together trivia, mental health inspiration, the story behind the song, and a few lighthearted surprises along the way. It’s a positive, easy listen for anyone who enjoys encouragement, nostalgia, clean fun, and discovering something new each week.
Episodes

Apr 10, 2022
Apr 10, 2022
13 min
How much do you know about The Wizard of Oz? Well, you can learn even more today!!
I love people that find unique ways to do good, and in this week's episode, we look at video gaming for charity.
We hear a poem from my friend Amber Harrninger, and learn about the best selling toys each year of the 1960s.
As always, I'd appreciate it if you'd share on social media and let folks know what you're listening to!
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Apr 10, 2022
13 min

Apr 3, 2022
Apr 3, 2022
14 min
Waffle House! It's a true American Institution. When I was spending much more Otime on the road as a musician, I can't count the number of 3AM post gig meals I had at the Waffle House! In this episode, you'll learn lots of (hopefully) new things about the Waffle House!
Part of rehabilitation for folks who have found themselves in trouble is provide them with new life skills, to build a life on the outside. In this episode, we learn about dog training as one of those skills!
Along with a bit of nostalgia from the 80s and our special days for the week, it's the Rick's Rambles podcast for the 1st week of April!
Brought to you via the generosity of the Indianapolis Ceili Band, bringing you the best in traditional Irish music! You can check them out online at https://indyceiliband.com/
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Apr 3, 2022
14 min

Mar 27, 2022
Mar 27, 2022
14 min
To say that Dolly Parton is an icon is an understatement. This week, we take a look at one of my favorite people in the world!
Are you unhappy with the way your life is going? Well, this week's good news story is about a gentleman who was experiencing just that, and decided to do something about it.
Along with our usual holidays, it's Rick's Rambles for the week of March 28, 2022. Brought to you by the generosity of the Indianapolis Ceili Band! Please check out their website below, and you can stream their music on Spotify, also, or other streaming platforms! Home (indyceiliband.com)
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Mar 27, 2022
14 min

Mar 20, 2022
Mar 20, 2022
17 min
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of The Wright Brothers. How much do you know about their contribution to the world of aviation?
Board Games. I love them, how about you? Do you know what the 10 most popular board games in the USA are? In addition, we look at a 99 year old author of children's books!
This week's episode brought to you courtesy of the Indianapolis Ceili Band! Please take a moment and check them out, and you can stream their music wherever you get your music! Find them online at Home (indyceiliband.com)
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Mar 20, 2022
17 min

Mar 13, 2022
Mar 13, 2022
14 min
This week! You get to hear how the simple act of simply giving a ticket to a Broadway play changed someone's entire life.
You'll learn more about Bagpipes that perhaps you wanted to know, you'll learn a bit about the Indianapolis Ceili Band, and much more! It's Rick's Rambles for the week of March 14, 2022!
This episode sponsored by the Indianapolis Ceili Band. You can stream their music wherever you get your music, and if you'd like to learn more about them, their website is Home (indyceiliband.com)
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Mar 13, 2022
14 min

Mar 6, 2022
Mar 6, 2022
11 min
Popcorn. It's my go to snack! But how much do we know about this healthy snack? Well, we can learn a lot more today!
Do you enjoy a nice bowl of cereal in the morning? I know I do! We look at the best selling cereals fo the last year.
You all know I'm a huge animal lover. As we age, there are great mental and physical benefits to pet ownership! We'll look at all this, and more, in this week's Rick's Rambles Podcast!
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Mar 6, 2022
11 min

Feb 27, 2022
Feb 27, 2022
11 min
Who else loves the TV show "Frasier"? We sure do! In this week's episode, we take a look at some fun facts about that TV show.
I've long known that even the smallest act of kindness--even a bumper sticker--can make a difference. That's our good news story this week.
In addition, we've got a list of new things to try for Spring--and Spring will be here before we know it!
Along with our special days of the week, I hope you enjoy this week's episode! As always, please share on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to!
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Feb 27, 2022
11 min

Feb 20, 2022
Feb 20, 2022
11 min
How much do you know about Blue Jeans, something many of us wear every day? Well, I'll bet you'll learn a few things you didn't know this week! In addition, we look at how online gaming is broadening our horizons, our special days of the week, and more!
As always, if you'd like to support the podcast, please share it on your social media! In addition, if you'd like to support financially, you can sponsor an episode or a series of episodes, just drop me a note and we can make that happen! Also, is there a topic you'd like me to research and present a special episode on? I'd be more than happy to do that! Again, just drop me a note, and I'll get to work on it!
Until next week, be kind and spread some positive molecules!
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Feb 20, 2022
11 min

Feb 13, 2022
Feb 13, 2022
15 min
In this week's episode, we celebrate our one year anniversary of the Rick's Rambles Podcast! We look at fun facts about Valentine's Day, Explore some of our favorite childhood memories, and take a look at an 8 year old novelist!
I so appreciate you spending the last year with me! If you'd like to support the podcast, you can share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to. In addition, if you'd like to sponsor an episode, a series of episodes, or even an episode about a special topic, drop me a note and we'll make that happen!
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Feb 13, 2022
15 min

Feb 6, 2022
Feb 6, 2022
14 min
Charlie Brown and Peanuts, one of the most beloved comic strips of all time! This week, we learn a bit more about him. We also read a poem called "The Ruby Throated Messenger", our special days, and more!
As always, if you'd like to support the podcast, you can do so by sharing it on your social media. If you'd like to financially support the podcast, you can sponsor an episode or a series of episodes! Just drop me a note and let me know.
If you'd like to pick up your copy of the literary journal, Genuine Gold, here's the link!
https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/adam-todd/genuine-gold/ebook/product-gkmm95.html?page=1&pageSize=4
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Feb 6, 2022
14 min

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.




