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Really? no, Really?

Mike Rowe’s Dirtiest Jobs, Joan Rivers Help & His Mother’s Challenge!

Jun 25, 2024
49:25

Like most people, you’ve probably heard of Mike Rowe because of his willingness to do over 300 strange, disgusting and unique jobs like – sewer inspector – cow inseminator and shark suit tester as the creator and host of Discovery Channel’s popular show “Dirty Jobs”.

But when Jason and Peter heard about his unusual start in the entertainment business, they invited him to discuss that…AND…the secret sauce that made Dirty Jobs a phenomenon. His podcast, “The Way I Heard It”, which has been downloaded nearly 300 million times. His new movie, “Something to Stand For” in theaters June 27th and available HERE. And his dirty joke... on Sesame Street! Really, no Really!!!

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Joan Rivers impact on Mike Rowe, Howie Mandel and many others.
  • Hear Mike’s mother’s criticism led to his creation of Dirty Jobs.
  • Why Mike demanded no “second takes” on any of his shows.
  • The dirty joke on Sesame Street that polarized the audience.
  • How Mike’s became a professional opera singer.
  • Deadliest Catch taught him hammer fighting, yes, hammer fighting!
  • The lost promos that Mike Rowe voiced for the Spice Channel.
  • How many ways can someone say… Mazda?

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FOLLOW MIKE:

Website – www.MikeRowe.com

Facebook – Mike Rowe

X - @MikeRoweWorks

YouTube - @TheRealMikeRowe

Instagram - @MikeRowe

Podcast – The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

Movie – “Something to Stand For”

Foundation - Mike Rowe WORKS

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