Mike Rowe is an Emmy award-winning TV host, producer, narrator, podcaster, spokesman, bestselling author, and advocate for the skilled trades. As the creator and host of DIRTY JOBS, he explored over 350 vocations across all 50 states, celebrating the grit and ingenuity of the American workforce. Beyond television, Mike is the founder and CEO of the mikeroweW ... Show More
Oct 23
Danger Close | Lee & Andrew Child
Today on Danger Close, I’m joined by bestselling authors Lee and Andrew Child. We discuss their writing process, character development, the evolution of Jack Reacher from page to screen, the impact of AI on publishing, and their latest thriller, CHAIN REACTION, the 31st book in t ... Show More
57m 11s
Oct 8
Danger Close | Simon Sebag Montefiore
In today’s episode, I am joined by bestselling author Simon Sebag Montefiore to discuss his latest work of nonfiction, THE CAULDRON - THE MAKING OF THE MODERN MIDDLE EAST, my October selection for the Jack Carr Book Club. THE CAULDRON tackles one of the most complex regions in th ... Show More
1h 27m
Dec 2021
603: Mike Rowe | Dirty Jobs and Peripatetic Moments
Mike Rowe (@mikeroweworks) of Dirty Jobs and The Way I Heard It podcast (and book) fame joins us to talk about the skills gap, The mikeroweWORKS Foundation, authenticity, and life experiences possible outside the comfort zone. Just don't tell him he's following his passion. [Note ... Show More
1h 7m
Dec 2024
Overcoming the Odds: Motivational journey from rural America to corporate success and owning multiple Jersey Mike’s Franchises.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert ana ... Show More
27m 13s
Aug 2023
Mike Rowe: The Most Normal Abnormal Person (Pt 2)
Mike kicks off our special series “Supporting Greatness” where we interview those who’ve achieved public greatness about the unsung heroes and normal folks who’ve supported them. He hilariously (and beautifully) pays tribute to his father, grandfather, scoutmaster, and high schoo ... Show More
32m 11s
Nov 2025
458: Johnny Joey Jones—Mind Your Wake
In honor of Veterans Day, Mike speaks with co-host of The Big Weekend Show Marine Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Johnny Joey Jones, who served eight years as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician in Iraq and Afghanistan—where he lost both legs in the line of duty. These days, he's on ... Show More
1h 23m