The Grand Canyon is one of those places I'd really like to visit, but haven't had a chance to yet!  I learned a lot of things in researching this, and it sounds like such a fascinating place to visit.  I need to make it out there.

Seasonal Affective Disorder----it's a real thing, and I suffer from it.  You may, also.  Today we take a look at a woman who decided to try something new to stave off depression, and it worked wonders----and it's not hard.

January is National Hobby Month.  My main hobbies are ham radio, geocaching, and bicycling.  We found a list of the 15 most popular hobbies in the USA.  Is yours on the list? Whether it is or not, I'd really love to know what your hobbies are!

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Welcome to 2023!  We've got a fun episode this week.

Classic TV is always popular on this podcast, and in this week's episode we take a look at some fun facts about Perry Mason, the TV show.  I learned more than a few things while researching this!

Kindness is such a gift.  We hear about Captain Tom's Bulletin Board, where for leave messages and experiences of kindness.

I asked a few of my friends shared what their gals of 2023 are, as well!

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Spam.  I LOVE it, it's one of those tastes of childhood for me.  Spam certainly is an iconic food, and in this week's fun facts is all about Spam!

Holidays can be very trying for all of us.  In this week's good news story, we take a look at that phrase "I'm Fine" and how we can perhaps give a more appropriate response when we're struggling.

One of my favorite childhood memories was reading comic strips in the newspapers.  Is that a memory you have?  We look at 8 of the best comic strips from the 70s in today's nostalgia segment.

We also look at the special days for this week.

As a reminder, Rick's Rambles Podcast will be in hiatus until January 2nd.  Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everyone!

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Fruit cake!  Love it or hate it, it's a holiday tradition!  This week's fun facts are all about that delicious treat!

Small acts can truly change the world, and this week we take a look at a very special book all about that!

It's hard for me to believe that 1972 was 50 years ago!  What were the top 20 songs of 1972?  You'll find out in this edition!

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We have a quite fun episode this week, I think!  Chiristmas is cookie time, right?  I know that Christmas Cookies are one of my favorite treats of the season.  We take a look at cookie fun facts!

A grandmother watching Marvel superhero movies?  It's how one very special grandma relates to her grandchildren.

I'm a big fan of 60s music.  We look at the top 10 selling songs of 1962.  Can that really be 60 years ago?  Add to that some of the most popular toys of the 1970s, we have a a few minutes filled with nostalgia and fun this week!

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A fun episode this week!  We take calls from our listeners who share with us what they are thankful for.

Do you know what the most served Thanksgiving foods are in the USA?  We look at that!  We've also got 25 random fun facts, and more!

As always, I really appreciate you taking the time to listen, and a big thank you to our latest affiliate, Hometown Radio USA, in Brookville, Indiana!  You can listen to this great station live online at www.hometownradiousa.net

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Monopoly.  I'd wager we've all played at least one game of it.  It's got a fascinating history, and that's the basis of our fun facts for this week.

I LOVE when folks use their passion to change the world, and this week's story is about a woman who uses her passion for cleaning to help those in need.

Along with our special days, and a list of the best board games of all time, I think we've got a really good episode today.

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How much do you know about the TV show MASH?  We look at 17 fun facts about this beloved sitcom this week.

Santa Claus is modeled after the real live St Nicholas, and this week we look at some excited news about that fascinating man.

What are the most viewed TV episodes of all time?  We look at the top 10 most viewed single episodes of all time.

As always, I really appreciate you taking the time to listen!  If you'd like to support the podcast, you can simply share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to.

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How much do you know about the Easy Bake Oven?  You're bound to find out some new history of them today---including the link between Lionel trains and toy ovens!

We also hear about an every day superhero that is doing great things, and his visit with The Rock himself!

What are the most popular sandwiches in the USA?  Do you think my beloved Breaded Tenderloin make the list?  We have a list of the top 15 sandwiches in the USA today.

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If you'd like to purchase me a cup of coffee to support the podcast, 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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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.

If you'd like to support the podcast, the easiest way is to simply share it on your social media.

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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.

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