Episodes

Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Cheers fun facts, Beating SAD, and more!
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Sunday Jan 14, 2024
Sometimes you only want to go where everybody knows your name. That's right, we're talking about that classic Sitcom, Cheers. Set in that legandary bar in Boston, I learned a lot in putting this segment together!
SAD or Season Affective Disorder is a real thing. I suffer from it and a lot of other folks do. Do you get depressed in the winter? You are far from alone. We take a look at some concrete tips we can all use to get us through the winter.
Along with the special days of the week and the most popular toys of 1974 in our nostalgia segment, it's a very fun episode, and you might learn a thing or two also.
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Or, you can simply buy me a cup of coffee. You can do that here.
As always, you are appreciated!
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Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Bigfoot, Nostalgia, and more!
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Oh, gosh, what a fun episode we have this week! I'm fascinated with Cryptozoology, the study of unknown or unconfirmed creatures, like Bigfoot, The Loch News Monster, and more. We kick off with a bit about Bigfoot. Whether he exists or not, it's a fascinating story.
As an older man myself, I try to be proactive to stave off the mental decline that comes naturally with age. Pets can have a very positive effect on our mental health, and we talk about that this week.
It's hard for me to believe that 1974 was 50 years ago. Crazy, isn't it? In this week's episode, we look at the top TV series of 1973.
New years is the time for resolutions. What are the top resolutions for the year? You'll find out here.
Along with our special days of the week, it's a fun episode.
If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, the simplest thing to do is just share it on your social media and let folks konw what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can purchase an Animal Tracking Bracelet from MyFahlo. Each purchase supports Wildlife Conservation AND positive content on the internet. You can purchase your own bracelet here.
IF you wish, you can simply buy me a cup of coffee here.
As always, thank you for listening!
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Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Brady Bunch Fun Facts and More!
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
What a fun episode we have this week! We kick off with a segment about a show that has become a pop culture icon, The Brady Bunch!
Do you hate self check out? Well, you're not the only one. We hear about a guy who took his frustration and made it something positive.
1974. 50 years ago. Crazy, isn't it? We take a look at the top 20 songs of 1974
Along with our special days of the week, it's a fun episode.
If you'd like to support the podcast and my other projects, you can simply share it on your own social media and let folks know what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet from Fahlo. You can purchase one here.
If you'd like to just buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here.
As always, you are appreciated!
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Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Santa Fun Facts, Year End Wrap Up!
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
What a journey it'sbeen for the last 2 1//2 years or so! In this weeks episode, we take just a few minutes and talk about that Jolly Old Elf Himself, Santa Claus.
This week's podcast is abbreviated, as it's the year end, and I'm taking a couple of weeks off. We'll see you all the first week of January!
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Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Reindeer Fun Facts, Mental Health Tips, and more!
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
We're full into the Christmas Season, and today's episode celebrates that!
We kick off with Reindeer Fun Facts! Whats's the difference between a reindeer and a caribou? We will learn this and much more in this segment!
It is the most wonderful time of the year, but it's also the most stressful time of the year. Many of us are in need of a mental health break, and I give us (and me) some tips to make that happen.
We also take a look at the 10 most popular Christmas songs played on the radio!
I so appreciate you joining me on this journey. If you'd like to support the podcast, the easiest thing to do is simply share it on your social media and let folks know what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet from MyFahlo, a company that I support. Each purchase supports not only wildlife conservation, but also the Rick's Rambles Podcast. You can purchase one here.
If you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here!
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Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Simpsons fun facts, The Knit Wits, and More!
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
What a fun episode this week!
We kick off with some fun facts about The Simpsons, an animated show that has broken ALL kinds of records.
They we hear about a group of ladies who are changing the world through the simple act of knitting. So simple, but doing so much good!
We also look at tips to enhance your creativity and our special days for this week! It's a fun episode and I am glad you are here with me.
If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, you can simply share it on your social media and let folks know what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet from MyFahlo and that suppots both wildlife conservation, and the Rick's Rambles Podcast. You can purchase one here.
If you'd like to simply buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here.
As always, I appreciate you being here!
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Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Hemingway fun facts, Thanksgiving traditions, and more!
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
This past week, my wife and I got to visit the Ernest Hemingway house and museum and home in Key West Florida, and what a fascinating experience that ways! Our fun facts this week are all about this fascinating author.
We take a look at how to express and practice gratitude during this Thanksgiving season.
In addition, we talk about the top Thanksgiving traditions in the United States, as well as our special days of the week.
I appreciate you tuning in! If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, the simplest thing you can do is share it on your social media.
IF you'd like to support financially, you can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet from MyFahlo. Holly and I love ours! You can purchase yours here.
If you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here.
As always, you are appreciated!
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Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Secrets to a long life, and more!
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Fun Episode this week!
Our fun facts are all about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and boy did I learn a lot researching this! SO much fun!
We also hear about 3 ladies, all over 100 years old, who give us their secrets to a long, happy, fulfilled life.
We also look at the most popular toys from 50 years ago. It's nearly time to go Christmas shopping, so maybe this list will come in hand!
As always, I SO appreciate you taking the time to follow along! Please take a moment and share it on your social media and let folks know what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet from MyFahlo. Each purchase supports not only wildlife conservation, but the Rick's Rambles Podcast as well! You can purchase one here.
If you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here!
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Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Bison fun facts, Gratitude, and more!
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
What's the largest mammal in North America? It's the Bison. We're chock full of bison fun facts this week!
November tends to get lost in the Christmas rush, doesn't it? We're kicking off November with a story about the benefits of gratitude. It's a topic I know I can learn from, and I hope you are inspired, too.
We also take a look at the top Thanksgiving foods in the USA, I'll readily admit, there are no surprises here.
Along with the special days of the week, I think it's a really fun episode.
If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, the simplest thing to do is simply share it on your social media and let folks know what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, I've partnered with MyFahlo, a company that supports wildlife conservation and positive content on the internet. You can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet here.
If you'd simply like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here.
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Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Happy Halloween! Houdini Fun Facts and more!
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
It's Halloween week!
This week marks the passing of Harry Houdini, and we learn about the life and times of this fascinating man this week!
In our good news story, we learn of a unique way to treat Melanoma---the most common form of cancer. From a teenager! What a great story this is.
We also look at the most popular halloween coastumes of 2023, and the special days this week.
I so appreciate you being here! If you'd like to support the Rick's Rambles Podcast, you can simply share it on your social media and let folks know what you are listening to.
If you'd like to support financially, you can purchase a wildlife tracking bracelet, these are awesome! You can track your own animal, support conservation AND the Rick's Rambles Podcast all at the same time. You can purchase one here.
If you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that here!
I 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.