Best Chuck Allen Podcasts (2025)

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435: Josh Smith & Bayard Winthrop—Shut Up and Make It! 1:32:44

20h ago1:32:44

1:32:44

Amid the tariff wars, Mike sits down with two men whose businesses are NOT affected by foreign supply chains. Josh is a master bladesmith and founder of the Montana Knife Company, and Bayard is founder and CEO of American Giant. Both men are uniquely positioned to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of making products entirely in the United States. B…

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434: Sarah Yourgrau—People You Should Know 1:30:51

8d ago1:30:51

1:30:51

You may know Sarah as the on-camera producer from Facebook’s Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe. She is also a two-time Emmy-winning storyteller, social anthropologist, founder and CEO of Common Ground Studios, and the absolute cheeriest person you’ll ever meet! Sarah talks with Mike about their new show, People You Should Know, which will premiere…

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433: Coffee with Mom—That Toy Really Sucks 1:07:44

15d ago1:07:44

1:07:44

Peggy Rowe, a.k.a. Mike’s three-time NYT bestselling mom, is back for a check-in. In this episode you’ll hear about the horrors of hoarding, books you’ll never read, dancin’ chicken, crab pickin’, and a Mother’s Day story about a toy that really sucks! Big thanks to our terrific sponsors AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code: Mike to get $35 off their best-…

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432: Gene Simmons—The Sun Never Sets on Planet Cool 1:15:54

19d ago1:15:54

1:15:54

The multilingual, bass-thumping, capitalist dives into what made him fall in love with America, his unforgettable first job involving prosthetic testes, and the etymology of the word a**hole. It’s a free-wheeling discussion from Moses to Superman and everything in between. Shout out to our great sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipIntro for FR…

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431: David Bahnsen—Poor Smart and Desperate 1:16:52

29d ago1:16:52

1:16:52

David Bahnsen is the founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group, which manages over seven billion dollars in assets. He’s also a podcaster, author, and Christian intellectual. His book, Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life, is simpatico with Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. pledge. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors American-G…

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From Anxious to Empowered: How to Train Your Emotions (#76) 36:03

1M ago36:03

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In a world fueled by stress and anxiety, emotional awareness is more vital than ever. On this episode of Cool Change, Chuck Allen speaks with Sarah Retzer, a mindfulness coach who transformed herself from a constantly anxious engineer to a thriving expert in emotional resilience. Sarah shares how discovering mindfulness through InterMatrix Systems …

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430: Enrico Colantoni—The Balls on this Guy! 1:34:36

1M ago1:34:36

1:34:36

Award-winning actor and old friend Rico drops by for a hysterical, if not irreverent, hang with Mike and Chuck, friends he’s had for 40+ years. There is laughter; there are tears, and there is laughter that turns into tears. Warning: Don’t listen while drinking coffee in front of a computer. Tip o’ the hat to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com…

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429: Gary Sinise—The Importance of Showing Up 1:21:10

2M ago1:21:10

1:21:10

The multi-award-winning actor, chronic philanthropist, and all-around outstanding human drops by to talk about his son, Mac Sinise, who sadly passed away January 5, 2024. Gary shares Mac’s story and the musical compositions he left behind, all of which can be found on Resurrection & Revival parts 1 and 2, which are available on vinyl here. The thre…

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428: Mike Albrecht—Got Wood? 1:25:01

2M ago1:25:01

1:25:01

As a logger and forester, Mike Albrecht knows a lot about wood. He is the two-time president of the American Loggers Council, and he’s on a mission to reintroduce America to one of its most abundant and reliable renewable resources—wood. Mike also speaks to how we can better manage our forests to prevent wildfires. Today’s episode is sponsored by P…

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From Red's first game to Banner 18 - Previewing Celtics City with Lauren Stowell, Gabe Honig 44:29

2M ago44:29

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The new Boston Celtics docuseries "Celtics City" is upon us, but what is it, and why is it like nothing that has come before? With nearly eight decades of history filled with more NBA titles (18, in fact) than any other club in league history and more regular season wins than any other team, it's safe to say that any documentary series attempting t…

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427: Carlos Whittaker—How Fast is Godspeed? 1:30:46

2M ago1:30:46

1:30:46

Carlos spent seven weeks without any screens—no phone, no computer, no TV. His newest book, Reconnected, documents that journey filled with monks, Amish, a bobcat, and lots of self-discovery. Many thanks to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipRecruiter for FREE. PureTalk.com/Rowe Switch today to a qualifying plan of just $45 per …

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426: Tim Allen Loves the Ballet 2:11:57

3M ago2:11:57

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It’s a compelling hang with the iconic comedian, actor, and renaissance man who takes a deep dive on a myriad of topics, including philosophy, physics, and fire prevention. His new sitcom, Shifting Gears, can be seen on ABC Wednesdays at 8PM. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors NetSuite.com/Mike Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning fo…

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From Ubuntu to Grind City - On defense, history and today's NBA w/ Z-Bo and Tony Allen 49:01

3M ago49:01

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In the modern NBA, offensive production has risen to historic levels, and seems to inch higher by the week. But defensive fundamentals have always been a key part winnign basketball, and few know that better than champion Celtics shooting guard Tony Allen and his Grit N' Grind Memphis Grizzlies teammate Zach Randolph. With Boston looking like the f…

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425: Darrell Lester—The Eight Letter F Word 1:36:19

3M ago1:36:19

1:36:19

Former vice president of marketing at Publishers Clearing House, Darrell Lester, tells the inside story of how PCH started as a mom & pop shop, meteorically rose to one of the most beloved companies in America, and then was nearly destroyed by bad press and lawsuits because of greed. Darrell witnessed it all and chronicled it in his book, Downfall …

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424: Anson Frericks—Last Call for Bud Light 1:22:51

3M ago1:22:51

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As President of Anheuser-Busch Sales and Distribution, Anson had a front-row seat to witness how and why Bud Light lost its position as the most popular beer in America (as well as $30 billion in market cap) by changing its focus from shareholder profits to stakeholder capitalism and partnering with Dylan Mulvaney. His new book, Last Call for Bud L…

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Drew Hanlen on growth, his book, and some very big trades ahead of the deadline 52:01

3M ago52:01

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Do we need to stop fibbing to ourselves about the Boston Celtics postseason potential given what we know they can do? If you ask Drew Hanlen, star Celtics forward Jayson Tatum's trainer, the man has plenty to say on the subject. So we did! This week, the hosts of the CLNS Media "Celtics Lab" podcast, Alex Goldberg, Cameron Tabatabaie, and Justin Qu…

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423: Alex Epstein—On Littering and Underpants 1:31:48

3M ago1:31:48

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Alex Epstein is back! He’s a philosopher and energy expert who argues that "human flourishing" should be the guiding principle of energy and environmental progress.By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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422: Darnell Epps—Where There’s a Pulse There’s a Purpose 1:25:34

4M ago1:25:34

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Darnell is the founder and CEO of Thurgood Industries, a career-building platform for skilled workers. He shares his amazing story of how he grew up in New York public housing, served 17 years in prison, and went on to graduate from Yale Law School the same year he received a diploma in manufacturing technology and machining from Lincoln Tech.…

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#3 - Unlocking Business Success: Insights on Leadership, Personality, and Processes 42:45

4M ago42:45

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In this episode of Lighthouse Leadership, host Henry Swarey chats with Andrew Miller, a seasoned contractor with over 20 years of experience in commercial roofing. They explore the critical role of structured processes in sales, the impact of understanding personality types, and the importance of cultivating strong relationships with clients and ve…

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421: Edward Ring—What to do About Bass 1:09:18

4M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Edward is the co-founder and director of water and energy policy for the California Policy Center. He’s written voluminously on how to fix California’s problems, and he has lots of thoughts about the Los Angeles wildfires: why they happened, who is getting it right, and who is getting it wrong.By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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On Boston, 3-pointers, and history with Dana Barros 43:28

4M ago43:28

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The Boston Celtics have made a name for themselves as a team that is pushing the 3-point shot to ever greater heights under head coach Joe Mazzulla, and having done so helped win them a title in 2024. But now there is hand-wringing over the shot by analysts and fans of the team alike as Boston is currently in a bit of a funk from beyond the arc in …

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420: Coffee with Mom—Merry Freakin’ Christmas! 1:00:43

5M ago1:00:43

1:00:43

Peggy Rowe, a.k.a. Mike’s mom, a.k.a. America’s grandmother is not one for excessive cursing… usually. In this episode, however, she makes an exception. Expect tales from the home, cultural appropriation karaoke, and janky Christmas wishes. This cup of coffee will not disappoint.By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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419: Quentin Schultze & NEW STORY—The Story of His Life 1:36:06

5M ago1:36:06

1:36:06

We begin with a mystery for the curious mind with a short attention span and we conclude with the story of Christmas, the way I heard it. The guest is Quentin Schultze and his book can be found here.By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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418: David Alan Arnold—Dead Man’s Curve 1:26:34

5M ago1:26:34

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Multiple Emmy-winning aerial photographer David Alan Arnold has shot World Series, Super Bowls, X-Games, commercials, and movies. But he truly earns his paycheck risking his life on television shows like Survivor, Amazing Race, and especially Deadliest Catch, the show he worked on with Mike Rowe. Dave and Mike share true stories of harrowing flight…

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417: Nikki Stratton—All the Gallant Men 1:26:00

5M ago1:26:00

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Nikki Stratton is the granddaughter of Pearl Harbor survivor Donald Stratton. Donald was a sailor aboard the ill-fated USS Arizona on December 7, 1941, and wrote the book All the Gallant Men to recount the event. Nikki is the sponsor of the soon-to-be-commissioned nuclear submarine SSN Arizona. Every ship in the US Navy has a female sponsor who has…

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416: Nathan Walters—So You Want to be a Builder 1:02:03

5M ago1:02:03

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Oklahoma builder Nathan Walters discusses his unlikely journey to owning his own building business, the virtues and pitfalls of college vs. on-the-job training, and what he’s doing in Oklahoma to encourage high schoolers to consider the trades.By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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415: Ronda Paulson—Drinking from a Firehose 1:07:50

6M ago1:07:50

1:07:50

Ronda and her husband Corey founded Isaiah 117 House to provide a safe and loving home for children awaiting placement in the foster care system. Isaiah 177 House was featured on Mike’s Facebook show, Returning the Favor. Ronda tells how her appearance on the show affected her mission, her life, and especially her health.…

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What Jrue Holiday sees from the Celtics backcourt so far this season 39:23

6M ago39:23

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When it comes to playing NBA basketball at the highest levels, what you can (and can't) see clearly can be the difference between winning it all and going home empty-handed. This perspective is not lost on veteran Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday, who recently sat down with the hosts of the CLNS Media "Celtics Lab" podcast to talk all things Celti…

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414: Rob Lowe was Here… Literally! 1:23:42

6M ago1:23:42

1:23:42

The ‘80s brat-pack teen idol drops by to share tales from his amazing life in film and TV and explain why he loves doing his gameshow The Floor and his podcast Literally!By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

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413: Clinton Romesha—It Doesn’t Get Better 1:27:19

6M ago1:27:19

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In 2009, Clint was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle of Kamdesh during the Afghan War, which he recalls in his book, Red Platoon: A True Story of American Valor, a New York Times bestseller. For Veterans Day, Clint shares his insights into why his outpost was a deathtrap, his efforts to prevent veteran suicide, and his su…

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412: Coffee with Mom—Pimping Out Your Brothers for Halloween with Peggy Rowe 1:00:58

6M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Three-time NYT Bestselling author a.k.a. Mike’s mom checks in to share tales from Rowe Halloween’s gone by.

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411: Tim Pearce—Accuracy Under Fire 1:23:55

6M ago1:23:55

1:23:55

LAPD and CRASH Unit veteran Tim Pearce shares stories of fighting gangs in South Central in a post-Rodney King world, including the tragic tale of his police officer wife being shot in the line of duty, which led him to invent an amazing life-saving device that simulates a gunshot wound, which he demonstrates on Chuck. Big thanks to our awesome spo…

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410: Nathan Fillion—Kind of a Big Deal 1:32:09

7M ago1:32:09

1:32:09

Star of TV shows The Rookie, Castle, and Firefly Nathan Fillion drops by to catch up with his old friend and ‘90s neighbor Mike Rowe. Nathan and Mike reminisce about a very steamy New York apartment, tooling around the snow-covered city with a mycologist’s daughter, and eating burritos served by Alan Tudyk. Nathan also shares his experience working…

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409: Dan Carlin & NEW STORY—A Perfect Hostage 1:42:54

7M ago1:42:54

1:42:54

After Mike recites a brand-new mystery for the curious mind with a short attention span, OG Podcaster and Hardcore History host Dan Carlin drops by to tell Mike what he got right, what he got wrong, and why our understanding of the subject of this mystery is so important to understanding the United States today.…

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Restoring With Humility - Weekday Podcast

7M ago

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Message from Bobby McGraw on October 10, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Honor - Weekday Podcast

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Message from Chuck Allen on October 9, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Reaching Out in Compassion - Weekday Podcast 2:52

7M ago2:52

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Message from Bobby McGraw on October 8, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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408: Matt Malone—From the Ground Up 1:20:30

7M ago1:20:30

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Matt Malone is the CEO of Groundworks, one of the largest foundation repair and waterproofing companies in the United States. He’s also a self-described capitalist, but he practices a new version of the economic system, one that recently had him turn 5,500 Groundworks employees into part owners of the company.…

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The Hope - Weekday Podcast

7M ago

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Message from Chuck Allen on October 7, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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The Gym - Weekday Podcast

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Message from Chuck Allen on October 4, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Recognizing the Burden - Weekday Podcast 2:43

7M ago2:43

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Message from Bobby McGraw on October 3, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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#2 - Lessons in Resilience: How Chuck Allen Rebuilt and Thrived in the Roofing Industry 52:44

7M ago52:44

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In this episode of the Lighthouse Leadership, Henry Swarey is joined by Chuck Allen who shares lessons from 26 years in the roofing industry. He talks about the challenges of running a business, like managing finances well and being ready for surprises. Chuck highlights the importance of having a trustworthy team, learning to delegate, and taking r…

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The Journey - Weekday Podcast

7M ago

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Message from Chuck Allen on October 2, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Called to be Courageous - Weekday Podcast 3:05

7M ago3:05

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Message from Bobby McGraw on October 1, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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407: Kat Timpf—Hot Soup Goes In Hot Takes Come Out 1:13:13

7M ago1:13:13

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Co-host of the late-night hit GUTFELD! and New York Times bestselling author Kat Timpf has the distinction of being the most pregnant person ever to appear on TWIHI. She chats about the pitfalls of the “us or them” mentality that has hijacked the nation and shares personal stories of what led her to write her newest book, I Used to Like You Until… …

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Go Fishing - Weekday Podcast 4:05

7M ago4:05

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Message from Chuck Allen on September 30, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Words - Weekday Podcast

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Message from Chuck Allen on September 27, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Everyone Has a Next Step - Weekday Podcast 2:41

7M ago2:41

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Message from Bobby McGraw on September 26, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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Trials - Weekday Podcast

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Message from Chuck Allen on September 25, 2024By Sugar Hill Church

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#1 - From Rooftops to Revenue: Scaled Success through SEO and Smart Marketing with Joseph Gonzales 53:27

7M ago53:27

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Welcome to the first episode of Lighthouse Leadership with your host, Henry Swarey. We are joined by Joseph Gonzales, who shares how he went from roofing to running a successful SEO and marketing business. He talks about the challenges of growing a business, like using SEO, paid ads, and balancing organic growth. He highlights the necessity of unde…

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