Don't Die Rusty Podcast

About Don't Die Rusty Podcast

Welcome to the Don't Die Rusty Podcast, where we will be talking about living, not dying. We're all on this adventure together, and we will be interviewing people who inspire us to live our best lives. People with various backgrounds who will walk us down the trails they took, to not die rusty. Adventures in life are many things to many people. It could be a sprint or an endurance race, but with each adventure, we become a better version of us. We hope you keep chasing those dreams, being the best you, and of course, Don't Die Rusty. Be sure to look us up and give us a follow! Instagram @dontdierusty

Publisher

Rick Hanson

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Feb 2024

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

122 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   DDR EP 114 / Brandon Ruby on Positivity and Building Weird Things

   Rick catches up with Brandon Ruby for a wide-ranging conversation about identity, social media, TV work, and the joy of building unusual projects. Brandon talks candidly about what it means to be "Ruby," how he and Cappy work together, and why positivity and small acts of kindness matter more than ever.They discuss Brandon's evolving brand, the value of creative work, the impact of fans, and how life changes after loss. It's an honest, upbeat conversation about work, family, purpose, and finding ways to be a blessing to other people. Key topics A casting conversation prompted Brandon to define his personal brand—and realize that he is the product, not just the projects he helps build. Brandon explains why he and Cappy are less like Batman and Robin and more like two equal superheroes working toward the same goal. He talks about the difference between his on-camera identity as Ruby and the way longtime friends know him as Brandon. The conversation explores how social media can be a daily outlet for positivity, encouragement, and small moments of joy. Brandon shares the meaning behind his "My Mondays" posts and why a simple video or smile can lift someone's day. Rick and Brandon reflect on loss, especially the deaths of their dads, and how that changes the way you spend time with family. Brandon describes how his new path has opened the door to more creativity, less stress, and more enjoyment in life and work. They talk about unusual projects, including an airplane fuselage house, a grain bin gazebo, and a natural swimming pool. Brandon reflects on meeting people across the country through shows and trade events—and how regional climate, materials, and needs shape the way people build. Throughout the conversation, they return to the value of making someone else's day better, whether through a post, a hug, a handshake, or paying for a meal. You Can Reach Brandon Ruby  On Facebook @Brandon Ruby Instagram @brandongruby You Can Reach Rick Hanson     On Facebook @Rick Hanson @Don't Die Rusty On Instagram @rickhanson24 @dontdierusty Or email at rick@dontdierusty.com

2. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Rest, Recharge and Rewire With Kelley Lovelace

   Rest, recharge, and why it may be okay to feel "off" for a while Rick reconnects with Kelley Lovelace for a candid conversation about cancer recovery, emotional fatigue, and the difference between fixing a problem and learning to live through it. What starts as a health update turns into a deeper discussion about Sabbath, spiritual rest, prayer, and why some seasons call for trust more than action.In this episode, Rick and Kelley talk openly about real life pressure, feeling drained, and the value of honest conversations with people who are "for you." The discussion moves between faith, friendship, hunting, and the challenge of staying mentally and spiritually restored when energy runs low. Key topics Kelley shares a health update: his cancer is in remission, he is continuing immunotherapy every eight weeks, and he is getting his port removed. His wife is still in treatment, with chemotherapy ongoing and radiation coming next after a short break. Rick opens up about feeling like he has "a wire broke" and not feeling like his usual self. They explore whether that flatness is physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, or relational fatigue. Kelley explains how time outdoors, hunting, and being in the woods helps him reset and regain energy. The conversation moves into Sabbath, rest, and the idea that rest is more than just stopping physical work. Kelley argues that rest comes from relationship with Jesus, not just from a calendar day. They discuss how people overcomplicate life, obsess over fixing what may need to be worked through instead. A story about reconnecting with an old teammate after 38 years becomes a reminder that God places people in our lives for a reason. The episode closes on friendship, being "for" one another, and trusting that a broken season does not mean a broken life. You Can find Rick Hanson on Instagram @rickhanson24 and dontdierusty Facebook Rick Hanson and Don't Die Rusty

3. 

   8 Sept 2026

   DDR EP 112 For The Love of The Parks Adventures in Life with Nicole Anderson

   For the Love of the Parks, Southwest Region with Nicole Anderson Rick talks with Nicole Anderson about Utah landscapes, national parks, and why paying attention to small details in nature matters as much as chasing the big views. Nicole shares how her love of the outdoors, teaching, and writing led to her book For the Love of the Parks, Southwest Region, which blends park overviews, personal stories, kid-friendly science, and passport stamps.In this episode, they also discuss Great Salt Lake, winter Yellowstone travel, the value of public lands, and why protecting places starts with learning to love them first. Rick and Nicole bring a practical, personal perspective to travel, family adventures, and staying curious at every age. Key topics Rick opens by explaining how he found Nicole through social media and noticed their shared love of nature, Utah, and public lands. Nicole introduces herself as a professor, author, adventurer, and freelance writer who grew up hunting, camping, and fishing in Red Rock country, Yellowstone, and the Tetons. They compare Utah's different landscapes, from the Wasatch Front and Snowbird to southern Utah's red rock country and places like Cedar Breaks and Bryce Canyon. Nicole talks about the beauty of the desert and how it offers peace, solitude, and surprising life in places people often overlook. The conversation turns to noticing small things in nature, like wildflowers, hummingbirds, rocks, insects, and what lives under them. Nicole shares her Utah master naturalist experience, including wading in streams, studying wetlands, and catching crawdads. Rick and Nicole discuss how much outdoor beauty people miss when they rush from viewpoint to viewpoint instead of slowing down. Nicole explains the idea behind For the Love of the Parks, Southwest Region: each park gets an overview, a personal story, kid science facts, critters to find, and stamp pages. They talk about visiting parks in the off-season, including winter Yellowstone and Lassen, and how snow changes access and the whole experience. Nicole reflects on why she writes about parks and Great Salt Lake: people only protect what they love, and they only love what they know. The discussion closes with travel philosophy, empty nesting, the value of authenticity on social media, and a reminder to use the gifts you've been given. You can find Nicole Anderson on Instagram @thenicoletycer You can also find Nicole on her website thenicoletycer.com and order her newest book For The Love Of The Parks Southwest Region You Can find Rick Hanson on Instagram @rickhanson24 and dontdierusty and Facebook Rick Hanson and Don't Die Rusty

Who has been a guest on Don't Die Rusty Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Lindsey Gillette
• Katie Huffner
• Janet Grove
• Jared Cappie Capp
• Ray Jensen

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,514

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

18 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

18 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 83 / 100

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Quality

99

Social presence

94

YouTube

68

Engagement

51

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