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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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The Turning Point in Abe’s Life: A Wrestling Match Oct 17, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Lincoln is one of the greatest leaders in US history, but prior to his being elected the 16th President of the United States, he used his skills as a wrestler to win approval from the masses. Here to tell the story is wrestling historian, Mike Chapman.

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The Story Behind FDR's Day of Infamy Speech Oct 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, on the day Pearl Harbor was attacked, FDR's speechwriting team wasn't in Washington. Roosevelt, with the help of a few aids, penned the most important speech of his Presidency, and one of the most important speeches in American history.

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Before Kevin Costner's "Yellowstone" was Richard King's "King Ranch" Oct 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the story of Richard King and his "King Ranch" has much to tell us about America. Here is the pulse of the national epic of cattle and cowboys, ranchers and horses, a vast fortune created out of the oldest source of wealth there is, land and cattle. Roger McGrath brings us the story along with William Yancey from Texas A&M University, Kingsville.

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A Little Brother's Prayer to Be As Big As His Very Big Brother Oct 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, a listener, Paul Bauer, tells the story of his prayer to be as tall as his very big brother, "Moose."

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Halloween: The History of an American Holiday Oct 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, why do we participate in these strange celebrations every Halloween? Lesley Bannatyne is the author of Halloween: An American Holiday, An American History, and Lisa Morton is the author of Trick Or Treat: A History of Halloween.

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The Union Colonel Who Showed Mercy on Confederate POWs During the Civil War Oct 13, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Boston’s Fort Warren housed Confederate POWs during the Civil War, but it was no Andersonville. Only 13 Confederate prisoners out of the more than 2,000 rebels who were imprisoned within its walls died during the Civil War. That was thanks in large part to the fort’s commander, Justin Dimick.

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Mr. 60s: A Baby-Boomer’s Story of Trials, Triumphs... and Redemption Oct 13, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, our next story comes to us from a listener in West Virginia. Here’s Joe Quinn with his story.

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The God and Divinity Roots of America's Most Famous College—Harvard: 100 Bible Verses that Changed America Oct 13, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, if you want to know about the history of America, it is imperative that you know the role that the Bible played in shaping our country. Our Founding Fathers—both Christian and non-Christian—were heavily influenced by the Bible. Here to share another story is Robert Morgan, author of 100 Bible Verses That Made America.

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The Baylor Basketball Incident: An Eyewitness to One of the Biggest Scandals (and Turnarounds) in NCAA History Oct 13, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, next we have a story about one of the biggest scandals in college basketball history—along with one of its biggest turnarounds. Here to tell the story is one of the members of that Baylor basketball team, Matt Sayman, author of The Leftovers: Baylor, Betrayal, and Beyond.

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Dick Bong, Ace of Aces: The Greatest Fighter Pilot in American History Oct 12, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Richard “Dick” Bong was a hero in an era of heroes. Here’s the History Guy with the story.

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