Rick’s Rambles

Rick’s Rambles

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Rick’s Rambles episodes

  • Cheeseburger fun facts, The Lost Ring, Great Cycle Challenge and more! Week of September 12
    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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    11 min
  • It’s Star Trek week! Let’s get some Leonard Nimoy fun facts, 10 steps to a more positive attitude, and the best novelty songs of all time!
    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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    16 min
  • The worst songs of the 70s, The Pet Rock, Ham Radio and Astronauts, and more!
    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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    12 min
  • Favorite Movie Monsters, Andy Griffith Show Fun Facts, and more! Week of August 22
    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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    14 min
  • Senior Dog Rescue, The best TV theme songs of all time, and more!
    In this week's episode, we take a look at a rescue that helps senior dogs stay with their senior owners.
    What are the best TV themes song ever?  Seinfeld?  Bonanza?  Hawaii Five O?  Well, none of these made the list. Listen to the list to see which ones did?
    As always, I really appreciate you listening!  Please share on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to!
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    10 min
  • Number 1 songs of 1972, music therapy and more! Week of August 8, 2022
    In the week's episode, we take a look at all the number 1 songs of 1972, 50 years ago!  We also take a look at the iconic game Twister, as well as a fascinating story about music therapy for dementia patients.  That's a topic I'm especially interested in!
    As always, thank you for listening!  If you'd like to support the podcast, the simplest way is to 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 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.
    OR you can have your very own Happy Cat Studio tshirt, mug, or other merchandise at Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
    Again, thank you so much for listening!
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    12 min
  • Good news from twitter, Gardening for mental health, Crayola Crayon fun facts, and more!
    National Crayon Day is this week, and we take a look at some fun facts about crayola crayons!  We also look at the mental health benefits of gardening, some random trivia questions, and much more!  
    I really appreciate you taking a few minutes to listen to my way to try to make the world more kind, more gentle, more positive.
    If you'd like to support me on this journey, the easiest way is to simply share the podcast on your social media!  If you want to support financially, you can buy me a cup of coffee at (5) Ko-fi.com - Your Ko-fi  Or, if you'd like your very own Happy Cat Studio mug or shirt, you can do that here!  Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
    Once again, thank you for listening!
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    12 min
  • Good news from my friends, Creative ways to stay active, and more! Week of July 25th
    This week, we learn about that famous childhood toy, the Slinky!  In addition, we look at good news from my friends, as well as our special days of the week.  We also take a look at creative ways to stay active, something that I know I need to do---maybe you, also!
    If you'd like to support the podcast, the simplest thing to do is just share it on your social media and let folks know what you're listening to.  If you'd like to buy me a cup of coffee, you can do that at www.ko-fi.com/ricksrambles   
    If you'd like to have your very own Happy Cat Studio mug or Tshirt, or more, you can do that here!   
    Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
    Until next week, let's all be more active and be kind!
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    11 min
  • Tires to trails, Brands that don’t exist anymore, and more!
    Trails, roads and parking lots made out of recycled tires?  It's happening!  We also take a look at the life and times of The Oak Ridge Boys, and much more!
    If you'd like to support the podcast, the simplest thing is to share it on your social media!
    If you'd like to support financially, you can buy me a cup of coffee at www.ko-fi.com/ricksrambles.  If you'd like your own Happy Cat studio coffee mug or Tshirt, you can get one here!   Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
    Thanks so much for listening, and for your support!
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    13 min
  • Statue of Liberty fun facts, Favorite Fair Foods, and more!
    On this July 4th week, we take a look at some fun facts about the Statue of Liberty!  
    What do I have in common in Leonardo DaVinci and Stephen Hawking?  You'll find out in this weeks episode!  We'll also look at the favorite fair foods in the USA, and more!
    I so appreciate you being here!  If you'd like to support the podcast, the simplest way is to simply share it on your social media!  If you'd like to buy me a coffee, you can here:   www.ko-fi.com/ricksrambles 
    If you'd like you own Happy Cat Studio coffee mug or shirt. you can find those here!  Rick's Rambles | Official Merchandise | Bonfire
    As always, you are appreciated!
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    12 min

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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…