Bill was known for creating unforgettable car chases - but there was one chase he wished he could forget. The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe mikerowe.com/podcast/
Mike Rowe has got to be one of the most eloquent speakers in modern history. I love your work Mike! I've been a fan since the first episode of Dirty Jobs! Also, thank you for what you do for the trades! 🙂👍
Thanks sweetie. Glad I got to see this one. I do love these. Even when you talk about bad things that have happened Mike your voice is still so calming to me.
I read all the references to Paul Harvey and It makes me so happy. That’s exactly what I think as well. I think that your life’s work is a testament to the man that you are, which is someone that I admire. I am beyond thrilled that you are doing this podcast and that I get to watch it. Thank you sir.
Every time I listen to one of these I keep waiting for Paul Harvey to come out and say and now the rest of the story. I don't know why I can't be the only one.
I usually can't figure these out before the big reveal, but I figured out this one! I'm just proud of myself for that miniscule accomplishment today 😄 As always, Mike, great storytelling.
I love you Mike Rowe. The more frequently I listen to you and what you say so beautifully, the more my reality is soothed and comforted. Still amazed I never heard of you until a few months ago. My perk for an aging widow. That's you. Grateful.
Aw, man, Mike. I never know where these stories are going until the very, very end, which is awesome. I love the way you keep me in suspense until the last line or two of how it’s going to turn out. This is the first time ever that I knew what story you were telling, as soon as you mentioned the Ford station wagon with the empty trailer, I knew exactly what story this was. Still, the entire middle section, I didn’t know any of that, so kudos as always on a great story.
So much to admire and enjoy here: the voice, the face, the delivery of those beautifully composed lines. And of course, that story. Mike Rowe, you continue to amaze and delight. 🙏Thank you.
"Festooned", that word reminded me of a commentary by Philadelphia TV Weatherman Herb Clarke, while speaking about the late, great John Facenda, he coined the title, "WORD MERCHANT", and referenced John's ability to choose, craft, and pronounce, the perfect word, or combination of words, at the most apropos moment, and in such a way, that what utterance came forth, had far more gravity, and definition, than it would, had other words been chosen. I'd say you're there, Mike; and while I haven't the 'license' of the Great Herb Clarke, I'd venture a guess - that he wouldn't disagree, that you've earned that title, too....
I had considered that word for being unique, however, "festooned" presents so much more in the way of potential, when considering it's use as a 'vehicle for insults, during everdyay life'.
AM, it is really sad that today, in our technological world, where so much is available right at our fingertips, so little attention is paid to vocabulary and word usage. The English language is so versatile and full of nuance and it's intricacies are lost on the Vast Majority of people. Read the Dictionary or a Thesaurus People ! ! ! Festoon That ..............
+BigDogBob, I attended parochial elementary, and "Junior High", a 'double-edged sword'; excellent penmanship, English (written and verbal/spoken), and American/world history; HOWEVER, math, science, and phys-ed, were badly neglected. I spent ninth-grade playing catch up, and that "just plain s*ucked" (allowed myself some latitude), and swore that 'if I ever had kids, they'd never see the inside of a parochial school'. I have two, and they both graduated from a Catholic high school, because our local school district began going downhill, and our son was bringing work home with "A's and B's", with gross spelling errors. Our daughter never saw the inside of a public school, go figure!
Bet you don't remember meeting me in Dutch, but I remember you and your guys shoveling snow out of the entrance to the coffee kiosk when we got there from the spit. Rock on Mike, keep up the great work. You are a good man.
i have been to the crash site in California. i had a Great Aunt and Uncle that lived in Paso Robles which is not to far from the site. that was back in 1981. sadly they both have passed away several years ago. but their daughter still lives there. i miss them a lot.
Bill was as legendary a badass as any come. Just one question; Why the hell,how the hell, who the hell would thumbs this down? At present - only one, for no good reason. Not a badass, but a dumbass. Thats the way I heard it. Because thats the way I friggin told it. Keep on doing what you do Mike! The only one who could have rivaled you would have been the late great legendary, Paul Harvey. A badass in his own league. And now you sir, carry that mantle. Good day.
Have known the story well & followed Bill Hickman's work for decades & still, you made it an excellent story, telling it like no other before as only you can.
We speed through that same area on our bikes to this day. Although it's not really close to Hollywood and the road has been diverted from its original course . There is a monument near there . Nice place for sportbike riding.
The first movie we ever watched and talked about in film class was Bullit... I'm so glad that I was exposed to those movies at a young age, and learned a lot about the industry. This was in junior high by the way, in the early 80s.
mgabbard likened you to Paul Harvey, and I agree. You support "Made in the USA", and you don't advertise Crap. One of Paul Harvey's Sponsors was Cooper Tire, he spoke WELL of them. I bought my first set of Cooper's 2 years ago, I should have done it sooner. That marking pen you talked about, I may have to buy a Dozen, or Three. I always wondered who did those Car Stunts, in the movies you mentioned, now I know. I like these videos Mike, keep doing them (I can't wait until Returning the Favor returns!).
I wonder if Mr. Hickman had any survivors guilt from that fateful day? I am sure James Dean would have rather he lived his life the way he did -still craving speed as he himself did. Keeping it real -a great story by a person who keeps it real every day ♥️
Great story. I really enjoy listening to you tell your story's. I am starting a new channel soon and would love to have you narrate the first episode. It is only around 8 to 12 minutes long. My wife would flip if you actually would do that. Just a bucket list thing. Thanks again and say hello to Mom.
Mike, these vids are wonderful! They remind me of Paul Harvey. Keep 'em coming! Side note... I've driven through the intersection where James Dean was killed. A bittersweet and macabre experience.
