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Our American Stories

Our American Stories tells stories that aren’t being told. Positive stories about generosity and courage, resilience and redemption, faith and love. Stories about the past and present. And stories about ordinary Americans who do extraordinary things each and every day. Stories from our listeners about their lives. And their history. In that pursuit, we hope we’ll be a place where listeners can refresh their spirit, and be inspired by our stories.

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Danny Wilson—The Soldier Who Was Buried Three Times Sep 10, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, A favorite listener of the show from Des Moines, Joy Neal Kidney, tells the story of why her uncle, Danny Wilson, was buried three times.

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Wandering Worker: The American Hobo Sep 10, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the term "hobo" is often confused with "homeless" or "beggar", but the truth is, wandering through life was what they preferred. Connecticut Shorty of The Hobo Museum shares the story of the American hobo and how they are still celebrated today.

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"Take the Cake" & "The 3rd Degree" and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 22) Sep 10, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language. The book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases.

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The Queen of the Mountain Moonshiners: The Story of Maggie Bailey Sep 10, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, she started selling moonshine at 17, and spent the rest of her very long life (she lived to 101) perfecting her business model and putting several local kids through college. She was so popular local juries wouldn't convict her! J.D. Phillips, the Appalachian Storyteller, tells the story of Maggie Bailey.

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A Thread Across the Ocean: The Story of the Transatlantic Cable Sep 10, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, miles and miles of wire placed on ships and thrown into the ocean connected the world like never before and would help determine the outcomes of World Wars and beyond. John Steele Gordan tells the story of how the Transatlantic Cable came to be.

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James Madison: Founding Father and Lawgiver Sep 09, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, President of Hillsdale College, Dr. Larry Arnn, tells the story of our fourth president, James Madison.

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The Story of Bing Crosby and David Bowie's "Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth" Sep 09, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, it was one of the oddest and best musical collaborations of the 20th century. Old school pop crooner Bing Crosby partnered with British glam-rocker David Bowie to make one of the most cherished Christmas songs of all time. But it almost didn't happen.

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How the Tow Truck Came to Be Sep 09, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, commitment to serve others better is a hallmark of American life. Add a sensible new design, honest pricing, and the never ending journey of mechanical engineering - and we now have another key player in the forces behind public safety.

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The Gettysburg Soldier Who Received The Medal of Honor 151 Years After His Death Sep 09, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, here's the story of Alanzo Cushing as told by those who fought to have him recognized long after he fell at Gettysburg.

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Were the Irish the First Slaves in America? Sep 09, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, slavery is one of the oldest profit-making endeavors, and the Irish were a special target for a thousand years. Colin D. Heaton, a military veteran and a host of the YouTube channel, "Forgotten History," tells us the story.

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