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- Ripon Forum talks with Mike July 16, 2014Ripon forum did a Q & A with Mike where they discussed the Skills Gap, America’s relationship with hard work, the importance of S.T.E.M. education and Mike’s new show “Somebody’s Gotta Do It.”
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- Old Dogs, New Tricks, or… What The Chuck? July 16, 2014
When you’re a talented actor looking for work in an industry where unemployment hovers around 95%, you hope for two things.
read more... - A Quick Story About Vomit July 15, 2014
Good Morning. Here’s a quick story about vomit to start your day.
read more... - OFF THE WALL: Bucking the Odds July 15, 2014Today’s question comes from Jenn Foit, who bucked the odds and got my attention in much the same a shiny object fascinates my dog.
Hey Mike –
I have a 1 in 1,443,953 chance of you writing back to me. I am a 27 year old single mom who is about to finally take the step and start in a welding program. ...read more...
- ACP Interview – Dirty Jobs…That’s What Keeps America Going and Growing! July 14, 2014Mike was interviewed by Greg Sitek of Site-K Construction Zone & ACP at CONEXPO-CONAGG in Las Vegas earlier this year. They discussed the “anti-dirty jobs” mentality and the importance of of promoting the skilled trades and vocational education.
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- OFF THE WALL: Bucking the Odds July 14, 2014Today’s question comes from Jenn Foit, who bucked the odds and got my attention in much the same a shiny object fascinates my dog.
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- The Viking Funeral or HALO-Flame-O grilling July 12, 2014Recently, on a Southwest flight back home from Kansas City, I was given a handful of free drink coupons from a sympathetic viewer.
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- Fridays with Freddie: Balls July 11, 2014
They roll their balls down the dusty track, and squeal with glee as they collide with the others.
read more... - Dangerous Days but Somebody’s Gotta Do It July 10, 2014
Yesterday I was in the Mojave, learning how to survive in extreme conditions. Day before I was in a power plant, trying not to incinerate myself.
read more... - OFF THE WALL: The S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and Chuck Norris’s Beard July 9, 2014
Many thoughtful comments after yesterdays post. This one for instance, from Steven Oklesh, rose to someplace near the top.
“Fact – After reading this post, Chuck Norris’ beard abandoned him and is now en route to attach itself to Mike Rowe’s face.”
Crazy thing Steve – you’re right!
Chuck Norris’ beard arrived a little after 2 pm yesterday, and gave me quite a ...read more...
- No Sour Grapes – Go Vote for mrW/UTI Videos July 8, 2014
Here’s a picture of me holding a copy of The S.W.E.A.T. Pledge. (Skill and Work Ethic Aren’t Taboo.) I wrote The Pledge last year for three simple reasons:
1. I believe what it says, and felt strongly the world needs one more acronym.
2. I wanted to raise some money for the scholarship fund. (We sell them for $10, and the money ...read more... - If A Dog Can Eat Your Homework… July 5, 2014
Hello Friends, and Happy Day After Independence Day. Like many others, Kris Haas was disappointed with yesterday’s post from Freddie.
read more... - Fridays With Freddie: The Rattlesnake July 4, 2014
It’s come to my attention that the original mascot of American Independence is the rattlesnake.
read more... - Happy Birthday Eileen! July 3, 2014
This is my friend Eileen. She’s turning 49 today, and celebrating the occasion with some delicious bavette steaks and a houseful of friends.
read more... - Leila’s Hair Museum – Somebody’s Gotta Do It July 1, 2014
This is Leila’s Hair Museum in Independence Missouri. It’s just down the road a piece from Harry Truman’s place.
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