That's Life, I Swear

Every Wednesday, join Rick Barron as he unravels the intricate threads of life's most captivating stories. From heart-pounding political dramas to the awe-inspiring challenges of climate change, he explores the topics that shape our world and define our era.

But this isn't just another talk show. Rick delves deep into the human psyche, examining our beliefs, behaviors, and the obstacles we overcome. He celebrates our triumphs and embraces our imperfections, uncovering the profound lessons hidden in everyday experiences.

The episodes are a journey of self-discovery as he shares stories that mirror our collective identity. These tales aren't just entertaining – they're a reflection of who we are, who we were, and who we aspire to be. They carry the weight of our ancestral legacy, the fire of our dreams, and the depths of our pain.

With each episode, you'll confront your deepest anxieties about yourself, your place in the world, and the future that awaits us all. In understanding these complexities, you'll find inspiration, connection, and perhaps even transformation.

"That's Life, I Swear" isn't just a podcast – it's a weekly rendezvous with the extraordinary nature of ordinary life. Subscribe now, wherever you get your podcasts, and join Rick on this unforgettable exploration of the human experience. After all, that's life, I swear.

Podcasting since 2022 • 324 episodes

That's Life, I Swear

Latest Episodes

Interview #36: Julieta Duvall : Exploring how self-awareness and resilience can transform parenting and education

Summary DONEIn this episode, Julieta Duvall shares her journey with Rick Barron, from unschooling to becoming a children's advocate, and explores how self-awareness and resilience can transform parenting and education. We discuss ...

September 29, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 323 • 1:00:49

Book Review from Rick’s Library: How to Know A Person by David Brooks

The central lesson of the book, How to Know a Person, is deceptively simple: attention is love, and most of us are worse at paying it than we think. Supporting links1.

September 28, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 322 • 8:36

Engineering Your Way Out of Flossing: Sir James Dyson Explains

The lesson for entrepreneurs isn't "charge $499 for everyday objects” it's that deep, obsessive problem-solving can create demand for things people didn't know they wanted, even without a business plan to justify it. Supporting l...

September 24, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 321 • 7:01

When Strongmen Believe Their Own Myth

Learn how unchecked ego is not strength; it’s a liability. Nations survive not because leaders are infallible, but because systems exist to tell them when they’re wrong — and force them to listen.Supporting links1. &n...

September 23, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 320 • 15:15

Movie Review from Rick’s Streaming Library: Notting Hill

Builds the argument that the film's real subject is what fame does to a person's permission to be vulnerable, and that William's gift to Anna is not excitement or transformation — it's the safe ground of being genuinely, ordinarily seen....

September 18, 2026 • Season 5 • Episode 319 • 13:52

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