Reviews

I was honored to be a guest on That’s Life, I Swear. I was truly impressed by the homework and prep Rick did, which showed in our episode. I really enjoyed our conversation and appreciated your true interest in learning something that was new to you.

Rick has a wonderful way with words. I was privileged to be interviewed by him, which felt much more like 2 friends enjoying a good catch up. But in listening to his other episodes, I really appreciate the perspective and attention to detail which make me more thoughtful on his chosen subjects. In a world where media spoon feeds their rhetoric to us; it is wonderful to listen to someone who opens the door to critical thinking and self reflection.

"Rick’s podcast "That's Life, I Swear" is incredibly insightful. His unique style in covering a variety of topics keeps listeners engaged and eager to learn more. I was delighted when Rick asked if he could interview me on the topic of parenting a child with autism. I was impressed by how much preparation he did prior to our interview. He provided questions ahead of time, and we met a couple of times to discuss the interview. The actual interview was very relaxed and felt like a natural conversation. I am very grateful to Rick for providing me with a platform to raise awareness about what it’s like to parent a child with autism."

I see Rick pretty much every day, working at finding, researching and building out great podcast stories and interviews. But, interviewing me was a pleasant surprise. His approach for the interview was exceptionally easy, fun and enjoyable to do. Starting with reviewing the potential questions I'd be asked, to the pre interview meeting Rick put me at ease and he stressed "I was telling my story" and not him. If you're asked to be interviewed for his podcast, jump on it and say YES. You'll have a great time telling your story to 1000's of people who listen to That's Life I Swear.

Great discussion with Kris and Rick on a very important topic that could impact anyone. Rick did a fantastic job eliciting the main points of emphasis throughout the interview. He also ensured that Kris and I were both able to chime in and provide our own perspectives. I hope his listeners can benefit from this podcast and look forward to more episodes to come!

I had the pleasure of being interviewed for Rick's podcast, That's Life, I Swear, last month. We had a wonderful time preparing for the interview, and spent a session discussing the interesting questions he came up with. I found Rick to be a warm, kind and thoughtful person, and so enjoyed my interview with him! Thank you, Rick!

Rick Barron's podcasts are a captivating blend of intelligence, fairness, and humor, which makes them a standout in the realm of podcasting. I love his ability to dissect a wide array of topics—from politics to pop culture—with both depth and wit. He's got a uniquely engaging style, transforming each episode into a stimulating conversation rather than a mere broadcast, drawing us listeners into a world of new insights and perspectives. Rick's unbiased and well-researched topics are infused with just the right amount of humor to keep the content lively and relatable. But best part, his role as a host goes beyond just sharing knowledge; he genuinely cares about his audience, ensuring that every podcast is not only informative but also enriching. Love it, Rick! Here's to many more episodes that keep us all eagerly listening and learning!

Things I like about Rick’s podcasts: There’s often a gentle introduction. I love his voice, calm, and even-toned for the most part, infused with passion at other times. Listening to Rick’s podcasts are like sitting in the living room listening to your favourite uncle. Rick is observant of our times rather than giving loud proclamations… A minute or two into his topic, and the depth of his thinking and research are evident. I look forward to listening to Rick’s podcasts because they give me things to think about beyond highly publicized media topics. I like hearing the personal stories that he brings to light. Histories of people who live very different lives than myself. It’s a bit of vicarious adventure, lol.

When listening to these podcast topics, Rick's extensive research becomes abundantly clear. From book reviews to current events, you can expect to learn about new things from an informed host. Well done Rick!

I have been enjoying Rick Barron‘s podcasts for over a year now. I love the way he puts together big and small events from the news and life. Rick has caught my interest in topics I knew nothing about and I come away with some questions and curiosity. It feels like a conversation, not a condemnation, nor is he stuck in a silo of right or left wing views. His perspective is often a fair reflection of the complications, kind of, life is messy not so simple. I appreciate hearing Rick’s take on on a whole range of topics from serious stuff to really good news stories. I appreciate his take on current news headlines because he brings a clearer focus on what implications arise upon taking a closer look. I’m looking forward to more. Bravo Rick!

These podcasts are very well researched and they make you think. There is a little bit of humour thrown in and it makes them more relatable. I would highly recommend you check them out. I have enjoyed listening to them and can’t wait for them next one.

Rick's podcasts are engaging and thought provoking. Let's jump into this! He covers a wide range of topics including historical, political, social, topical, environmental, and entertainmental(okay that's not a word but you get the gist. He does his research and presents the info in a timely fashion. Short but informative, holding the listeners attention. His demeanor is calm and at times humorous where appropriate. What can we take away from this? Well I would say it is time well spent. I swear. Thanks Rick for keeping my drive interesting!

Rick’s podcasts are excellent! Every topic is on point, factual and unbiased. In addition to his high intelligence, he has such an excellent speaking manner and keeps his audience captured. You won’t fall asleep for sure as he adds a bit of humor! Bravo Rick. Keep them coming please!

Rick has a calm, no nonsense way of telling the story from his perspective which often is similar to mine. I appreciate his approach and range topics within the small amount of time.

Great choice for your inaugural podcast! I’m looking forward to more sessions, I swear. Because life is what happens while you are busy making other plans.