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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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I Picked Up "Tex" Watson Hitchhiking AFTER the Manson Murders Jul 30, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, following the Charles Manson murders, Manson's lead henchman, Tex Watson, stayed in Los Angeles for almost two months before fleeing to Texas, where he was arrested. But it’s those two months following the Manson murders, where this story from our listener (Patty Kingsbaker) picks up.

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The One College Football Run That Changed My Life Jul 30, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, T.C. Stallings is known for making one of the biggest runs in Louisville Cardinal football history. It was the game-winning run in overtime against the University of Kentucky. To this day, he’s known for that play. He calls it “one of the most significant events in my life.” But what people don't know is the story behind that run.

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The Time A Kid Sued Pepsi for A Harrier Jet Jul 30, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the harrier jet is the pride and joy of the US Marine Corps, but it was also at the center of a lawsuit between Pepsi and John Leonard.

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The Story of the Barcode Jul 29, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, a barcode on most products, properly called a UPC, or “Universal Product Code,” is a necessity for everyday life. Here’s the History Guy with the story.

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Chef Boyardee: American Hero Jul 29, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Chef “Hector” Boiardi was just 16 years old when he arrived at Ellis Island. What happens after his landing is remarkable!

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"Hunky Dory" & "Hedge Your Bets" and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 9) Jul 29, 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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Ralph Cox: Last Guy Cut from 1980 U.S. Olympic "Miracle" Hockey Team Jul 29, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Ralph Cox is a former college hockey star who was squeezed out of arguably the greatest moment in sports history. Here's Ralph to share the moment that changed his life forever.

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How A Hollywood-Style Production Team (Known as the "Ghost Army") Duped and Helped Defeat Hitler's Army Jul 26, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in 1943, the US Army came up with a daring plan to trick Hitler’s Army. They created a unit of artists, sound engineers, and prop builders who fooled the German army into seeing the US army in places it wasn’t. Rick Beyer, Author of the book The Ghost Army of World War II, brings us the story of this top-secret unit.

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Hollywood Goes to War: The Story of Wayne Morris, the Brad Pitt of His Day Jul 26, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, it’s time for another one of Roger McGrath’s “Hollywood Goes To War” stories. So far we’ve heard the stories of Clark Gable, Jimmy Stewart, and Tyrone Power. Today McGrath will be treating us to the story of Hollywood’s strapping, steely-eyed leading man, Wayne Morris.

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Pepsi Had the 6th Largest Navy in the World? Jul 26, 2024

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On this episode of Our American Stories, as odd it may seem, the History Guy tells the story of how Pepsi came to own a fleet of Soviet naval ships.

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