Best In The Garden With Rick Podcasts (2025)

1
The Twist Podcast #301: Ice Cream Clones, Jaws at 50, More Fan Photos, and Rick Catches Up with Q Brown 1:00:34

4d ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we practice our survival skills, enjoy the dulcet tones of Mark's cloned voice, hear Emma's take on 'Jaws at 50,' and catch up with Q Brown in an exclusive Rick Rose chat.

1
801 Museum Matters with Mary Beard; Fascinating Museums; Soul of South Korea 52:00

1d ago52:00

52:00

Beloved English classics scholar Dame Mary Beard offers wisdom on how to tackle the vast collection of the British Museum, and ponders the ethics and responsibility of retaining the cultural antiquities of other lands. Then a cartoonist shares his love of museums and how they transform us by illustrating memorable moments at his favorites across No…

1
800 British Pub Grub; Travel on $75 a Day; Holland 52:00

8d ago52:00

52:00

Spotted Dick, Eton Mess, Ploughman's Lunch: Two British guides decode the best of England's pub food and explain how far it's come since the days of soggy chips and limp sausages. Then a travel blogger shares tips for exploring the world without breaking the bank. And a pair of Dutch guides illuminate the differences between the fairy-tale province…

1
The Twist Podcast #300: Fireworks, Jumbotrons, Birthday Wishes, Zachary James Interview and So Much More 1:13:45

16d ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we throw a studio party for our 300th episode. We started The Twist in 2018 and we're as irreverent as ever. They'll never paint over our rainbow lives or our sparkly podcast, as we enjoy a PBS review from Emma, Rick's interview with Zachary James, and an up-and-personal chat with Jo Klett, whose wisdom a…

1
799 Irish Oddities; Viking Sights; Cycling the Silk Road 52:00

18d ago52:00

52:00

Meet an Irishman who scours the Emerald Isle to report on oddities and lesser-known facets of his country's culture. Then learn about the lasting impact of the Viking era in Norway and where to observe it on your next visit. And hear what it's like to bicycle 10,000 miles along the old Silk Road, from Turkey to Tibet. For more information on Travel…

1
670a Weekend in Brussels; The Temporary European; My Town 52:00

25d ago52:00

52:00

A Brussels-based tour guide offers his recommendations for making the most of a weekend in the Belgian capital. Then one of Rick's co-authors joins us to explore what it means to become a "temporary local" when traveling, and how it can help you actually relax on your next vacation. And listeners share ideas for enjoying areas they know well, as lo…

1
798 France, North vs. South; Streets of Paris; Loire Valley Chateâu Country 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

A trio of Rick's tour guides banter about the nuances of northern and southern France, from climate and demeanor to food and fashion. Then author Susan Cahill describes how wandering the streets of Paris brings to life the stories of the city's artists, writers, and historical figures. And an expert offers recommendations for enjoying the elegant c…

1
The Twist Podcast #299: Disappearing Client Lists, New Wisdom of Jo Audio, and Emma Zoe Lyons Reviews HBO's 'Enigma' 42:42

1M ago42:42

42:42

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we hunt for Jeffrey Epstein's mysteriously vanishing client list, share more fan facts and photos, dig the Wisdom of Jo in her own words, and enjoy Emma Zoe Lyons' review of HBO's 'Enigma.'

1
797 Kayaking Manhattan; The Wild Mississippi; Happy Travels 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

Journalist Eliot Stein takes us along on the unique adventure of kayaking the perimeter of Manhattan Island and observes some of the pockets of nature that persist within New York's concrete jungle. Then a midwestern author shares his lifelong passion for the Mississippi River and delves into the recreational, ecological, and spiritual facets of Am…

1
The Twist Podcast #298: Big Monstrous Bill, ‘Poop Cruise’ Movie Review, Fan Photos, and a Rick Rose Chat with Adele George 1:08:17

1M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we choke on the Big Ugly Bill, take our wins where we can get them, learn about the 'Poop Cruise' from Emma Zoe Lyons, and enjoy Rick's conversation with author Adele George. Plus our weekly survey and new fan photos!

1
The Twist Podcast #297: Creepy Daddy Fantasies, Earth Quake in New York, and an Interview with Author Christopher A. Micklos 1:06:12

2M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we analyze MAGA's creepy daddy fetish, applaud democracy in New York City while it's still a thing, and enjoy a new Rick Rose interview with author Christopher A. Micklos.

1
796 Oh Canada! 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Two prominent Canadian authors share their perspective on today's strained political relationship between the US and its northern neighbor. They reflect on their country's geography, diversity, strength, and identity, and consider the history and attitudes that make Canada distinct from the US. And of course, they talk a bit of hockey. For more inf…

1
795 Liverpool; Finding Ancient Roman Art; Home Base Hiking in Europe 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Find out what makes Liverpool worth at least a day's visit even for those with no interest in Fab Four lore, then hear from renowned classicist Mary Beard about some of the best places outside Italy to see remnants of the ancient Roman empire. And learn why one expert recommends finding a good home base to unlace your boots on a multi-day European …

1
447b Hungarian Hot Springs; Peru's Boiling River; Padova & the Veneto 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Hear how people of all ages enjoy a day at the baths in Budapest, where doctors commonly prescribe a relaxing day at the spa. Then learn about a sacred geothermal river located deep in Amazonian Peru: It's huge, deadly hot, and might contain clues to the origins of life on Earth. And get advice for enjoying the splendor of Padua, located just half …

1
The Twist Podcast #296: Cuckoo for Cosplay, Posse Comitater Tots, and Rick's Interview with Dr. Elijah Nicholas 53:50

2M ago53:50

53:50

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we rate Kristi Noem's costume changes, ponder the military intervention in L.A., and enjoy Rick's interview with Dr. Elijah Nicholas.

1
794 The New Tourist; Training School for Elephants 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Journalist Paige McClanahan examines recent changes in the travel industry and explains how a more conscientious approach to tourism can make it a force for good. And travel writer Sophy Roberts recounts a curious episode in colonial history when the king of Belgium ordered a group of elephants to be sent from India to Congo — and discusses what he…

1
793 Aegean Turkey; Florence & Tuscany; Denmark Beyond Copenhagen 52:00

2M ago52:00

52:00

Expert tour guides share advice for exploring the ancient ruins and seaside villages along Turkey's Aegean coast, the Renaissance wonders of Florence, the sun-drenched Tuscan countryside, and charming Danish towns and islands easily reached on day trips from Copenhagen. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode description…

1
The Twist Podcast #295: Proud and Loud, Snoozing the News, and Rick Talks Eurovision with Charlie Porter 41:47

2M ago41:47

41:47

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we anticipate America's last legal Pride month, shun the hideous headlines, and listen to Rick talk Eurovision with Charlie Porter.

1
The Twist Podcast #294: Surviving Martha's Vineyard, Insane Trump Posse, and Rick's Interview with Author Dean Robbins 55:03

3M ago55:03

55:03

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as Mark recounts his harrowing cruise catastrophe, we ponder the coming wreckage of Trump 2.0, and Rick chats with Wisconsin author Dean Robbins.

1
792 Remember Us; The Greater Journey 52:00

3M ago52:00

52:00

We hear how the Dutch continue to remember and honor the servicemen who helped liberate their towns in 1945. And we revisit a conversation with the late historian David McCullough about the influential "Americans in Paris" of the 19th century, who returned home with skills that helped transform life in the US. For more information on Travel with Ri…

1
683a English Country Gardens; On Becoming a Gardener; In Praise of Wasting Time 52:00

3M ago52:00

52:00

English tour guides share their enthusiasm for enjoying the riot of color and inspiration you'll find in England's best country gardens. Then author Catie Marron explains how she designed and planted a garden as a way to feel a sense of belonging in her new home. And physicist Alan Lightman explains why it's healthy to give yourself a little unstru…

1
791 Scottish Castles; Mars on Earth; Checking In 52:00

3M ago52:00

52:00

Scottish tour guides tell us about the most famous castles in a country that's brimming with the imposing structures. Then a Santiago-based American travel writer embarks on a 1,200-mile odyssey through one of the driest places on earth — Chile's Atacama Desert — as he searches for a deeper understanding of his adopted homeland. And listeners call …

1
790 Oneika Raymond's Favorite Destinations; US Aid; A Week in Poland 52:00

3M ago52:00

52:00

Journalist Oneika Raymond reveals the top countries where, as a black woman traveling solo, she feels a cultural appreciation and connection. Then the head of Bread for the World describes how the organization's advocacy work has stepped up its efforts in the face of cuts to government aid programs. And tour guides from Poland give us a look at how…

1
The Twist Podcast #293: Taking an Escape Cruise, This Week's Survey, and a Rick Rose Interview with Poet Dr. Tacey Atsitty 52:29

3M ago52:29

52:29

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as Mark prepares to flee on a cruise ship and Rick offers another great interview, with Dr. Tacey Atsitty, winner of the Wisconsin Brittingham Prize for Poetry.

1
673a Visiting Antarctica; The Journeys of Trees; Italy's Northern Lakes 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

A travel writer shares how a trip to Antarctica helped him see that continent through the eyes of the early polar explorers. Then a reporter focused on climate change and conservation explains how some North American tree species are migrating to survive the planet's rising temperatures. And two Italy-based tour guides take us to the resort lakes o…

1
The Twist Podcast #292: Garden Goodness, Peanut Butter Possibilities, and an Interview with Filmmaker Dasha Brown 49:56

4M ago49:56

49:56

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we make the most of a dying empire, calculate the number of peanuts in a jar, and enjoy Rick's interview with filmmaker Dasha Brown.

1
789 Easter in Greece; Pillars of Europe; Easter in Andalucía 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

Learn about the customs that Greeks observe as Orthodox Easter draws near. Then contemplate the massive undertaking of building a cathedral centuries ago and how these monuments to faith and devotion helped shape their locales. And get acquainted with southern Spain's elaborate Semana Santa observances, which fill the streets of Andalucía in the we…

1
The Twist Podcast #291: Taser Treats, Vanishing Venezuelans, and an Interview with Madison's Own Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford 49:17

4M ago49:17

49:17

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we wade knee-deep in the MAGA madness, defend the Constitution, and enjoy Rick's interview with Madison City Council's Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford.

1
788 Spain by Train; Foreign Correspondent; The Lines on Our Maps 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

Hear from tour guides about Spain's robust high-speed rail network and all the places it can take you. Then hit the road vicariously with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nicholas Kristof for a taste of life as a foreign correspondent. And take a closer look at the surprising and fascinating ways in which borders have shaped our world. For more in…

1
787 Twenty Years; The Vanishing Point; Martin Sheen's Travels 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

Rick marks 20 years of his radio show by revisiting some memorable guests and what they've taught us about travel. Then author Paul Theroux celebrates his 84th birthday as he contemplates the passage of time in his new short-story collection, "The Vanishing Point." And actor Martin Sheen describes how his experiences filming overseas have come to i…

1
The Twist Podcast #290: Corey Kills It, Wisconsin Wins It, and the Fall of the Cadbury Egg 38:28

4M ago38:28

38:28

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we salute Corey Booker and the voters of Wisconsin for showing us the way, and grieve the loss of Cadbury Egg's royal warrant after 170 years. Beyond sad.

1
696a For the Love of Guidebooks; The Gulf; Greatest Art in Europe 52:00

5M ago52:00

52:00

Europe brims with world-class art, and we contemplate some of the continent's truly outstanding paintings, sculptures, and historic edifices. Then we learn about the historic and ecological importance of the Gulf of Mexico from a professor in neighboring Florida. And we consider the humble guidebook and what its pages can tell us, both in the momen…

1
786 Greek Passions; In Love with the Louvre; Balkan Discoveries 52:00

5M ago52:00

52:00

A tour guide from Greece delves into the importance of food, family, and traditions in his homeland. Then a Francophile offers advice on how to take on the vast collection of the world's largest — and arguably greatest — museum. And guidebook researcher Cameron Hewitt shares discoveries from his travels in the Balkans, an affordable and rewarding a…

1
The Twist Podcast #289: American Gulag, Stuffed Pretzel Logic, and The Twist Goes Bi (Weekly) Through Summer 34:41

5M ago34:41

34:41

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we model the latest in detention chic, rave about stuffed pretzels, and come out as biweekly through the summer.

1
785 Irish Legacy of W. B. Yeats; 1960s Ireland; Touring Northern Ireland 52:00

5M ago52:00

52:00

Two countrymen explore Ireland's reverence for their national poet, W. B. Yeats. Then a Dublin journalist shares what it was like to grow up amid the turbulent societal changes in his city during the 1960s and '70s. And a guide from Belfast tells us why an Emerald Isle itinerary should include a visit to Northern Ireland. For more information on Tr…

1
625a Snowdonia; Outposts; Natural Slovenia 52:00

5M ago52:00

52:00

Delve into the remote outposts and refuges across the globe where travelers have stopped along the course of their adventures. Then hear about the highest views in Wales — and how to reach them — and learn about the country's slate mining heritage. And from Alps to caves, vineyards to beehives, catch the buzz of the natural wonders on display in Sl…

1
The Twist Podcast #288: Noel Coward in Philadelphia, Rick Rose in Madison, and America Tanks Bigly 42:29

5M ago42:29

42:29

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we check out Noel Coward's 'Hay Fever,' Rick's return from Mardi Gras, and America's escalating decline.

1
784 Rhineland Karneval; WMF 2025 Watch List; Top Alaska Experiences 52:00

6M ago52:00

52:00

Look at what's behind Carnival and Mardi Gras celebrations around the world by learning about the festive season's origins and customs in Germany's Rhineland. Then hear what's been added to the World Monuments Fund's latest "watch list" of endangered cultural sites around the world. And get recommendations for must-see experiences in Alaska, along …

1
783 British Pubs; Why I Love Brittany; Custodians of Wonder 52:00

6M ago52:00

52:00

Two English tour guides explain what Brits mean by a "rough and ready" pub and how to find some of the UK's best pub grub. Then a father-and-son tour-guiding duo invite us to fall in love with their favorite corner of France. And BBC journalist Eliot Stein shares insights from his travels in search of the world's oldest disappearing traditions, giv…

1
The Twist Podcast #287: Mad King Donald, Death Becomes the Tonys, and Another Rick Rose Interview 51:31

6M ago51:31

51:31

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we say goodbye to democracy, sing the praises of Broadway's 'Death Becomes Her,' and listen to a great Rick Rose interview with Brett Malone.

1
395b Monet's Passion; The French House; Marrying Into Italy 52:00

6M ago52:00

52:00

Listen in as an artist who helped restore Monet's gardens explains why the French painter first created these colorful gardens at his house outside Paris. Then hear how renovating a house on an island off the coast of Brittany can feed your wild side. And find out what happens when you marry an Italian…and your new in-laws live next door. Plus, an …

1
The Twist Podcast #286: Kennedy Center DOA, Apocalyptic Fun Facts, and a New Rick Rose Interview 46:47

6M ago46:47

46:47

Join Mark and Rick as we throw a rose on the grave of the Kennedy Center, serve up some fun facts about the apocalypse, and listen to Rick's interview with Sowan Weaver.

1
782 Prague vs. Budapest; What's New in Lisbon 52:00

6M ago52:00

52:00

This week we explore three of the most charming — and most popular — of Europe's Old World cities: Two tour guides get cheeky as they make the case for which of their own hometowns — Prague or Budapest — offer the best experiences for visitors with limited time in central Europe. And expert locals catch us up on changes afoot in Lisbon, offering st…

1
The Twist Podcast #285: Coup Coup Cachoo, WTF Just Happened, and Another Rick Rose Interview 48:35

6M ago48:35

48:35

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a bloodless coup! Join Mark and Rick during these darkest of times for some fun facts, frivolity, and a Big Middle Finger to the fascists. Also a great Rick Rose interview with Sean Bode.

1
781 Potsdam; Emperor of Rome; On the Hippie Trail 52:00

6M ago52:00

52:00

We hear why the city of Potsdam — home to elegant Prussian palaces and parklands, all in quick reach of central Berlin — is worth a day's visit. Then we get a sense of what life was really like for the emperors of ancient Rome, with the help of classicist Mary Beard. And we travel back to 1978 with Rick and his longtime buddy Gene Openshaw as they …

1
602a How Berlin Remembers; Turkish Delights; Travel to Bhutan 52:00

7M ago52:00

52:00

Two German tour guides let us in on the back story behind Berlin's most memorable monuments to their country's turbulent history. Then two Turks tuck into a discussion of the traditional Turkish street eats, comfort foods, and desserts they recommend for a tasty visit to Istanbul. And an American who met — then married — a local artist in Bhutan sh…

1
The Twist Podcast #284: America Gone Wild, Jesus vs MAGA, and Some Cruise Vacation Memories 1:00:13

7M ago1:00:13

1:00:13

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as our heads spin at how quickly Emperor Cretin is destroying everything. We also take sides in the Jesus vs MAGA debate, and enjoy Mark's most recent cruise craze memories.

1
780 Miami Getaway; Scottish Icons; Robert Burns Night 52:00

7M ago52:00

52:00

Travel Channel host Oneika Raymond recommends her favorite Miami neighborhoods to explore on a sunny getaway. Then friends from Scotland discuss the uniquely Scottish cultural icons that reinforce the small nation's strong sense of identity. And just in time for Burns Night, Perthshire-based troubadour Jim Malcolm explains what Robert Burns' poetry…

1
779 Bristol; Barcelona; Bruges 52:00

7M ago52:00

52:00

Consider three distinctly different styles of historic European cities as we hear how Bristol has transformed itself from an industrial and maritime powerhouse into a creative center for the southwest of England — and how it rewards visitors who set aside at least a day for this city just a half-hour from well-touristed Bath. Then learn from a loca…

1
The Twist Podcast #283: Slouching Toward Greenland, TV Recommendations, and the Fall of Facebook 37:15

7M ago37:15

37:15

Join co-hosts Mark McNease and Rick Rose as we buckle in for years of MAGA madness, pray for Greenland (and Panama and Canada), offer up some good TV eats, and explain why Facebook is yesterday.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

In The Garden With Rick Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide