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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 Truth Behind the “Cursed” Millionaire Heiress, Sarah Winchester Oct 12, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the mansion she built is world-renowned, as much for its many design curiosities and innovations as it is for the reported paranormal activity. Here to tell the story is Ashley Hlebinsky, the former co-host of Discovery Channel’s “Master of Arms,” the former curator in charge of the Cody Firearms Museum, and president of The Gun Code, LLC.

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Were All Japanese Americans In Internment Camps? One Woman's Story Oct 12, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Mary Mikami was a Japanese American born in Alaska. Learn about her acceptance and achievements.

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Billy The Kid: The Story Behind the Legend and the Myth Oct 12, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in the 1870s, the American West was a refuge for outcasts as the nation recovered from the Civil War. In fact, life was so hard that 80-percent of the population was under 30. It was in this harsh and lawless place where a legend was forged. Roger McGrath tells the story of Billy The Kid.

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The Story Behind The Story of The Salem Witch Trials and The American Puritans Oct 11, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Historical truths often emerge with time. Early on, a hush descended over 1692-1693 Salem Witch Trials for generations. Then came playwright Arthur Miller, who made off with the story, or at least his version of it. Since 1953, The Crucible has become the culturally-accepted storyline that has come to define American Puritans and the city of Salem itself. Dr. Stephen Nichols is president of Reformation Bible College, chief academic officer for Ligonier Ministries. He’s here to tell the story of the Puritans and the Salem Witch Trials.

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Empathy is Not Optional: The Story of Mike Leven's Brutal Law Professor Oct 11, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here’s Mike with a story about what he learned from his unseemly college law professor.

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How Hawking Hotdogs in Major League Baseball Changed My Life Oct 11, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, as a young boy, Minnesota listener Jim Johnson sold hotdogs for the Minnesota Twins. This is his story.

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I Fell in Love at Lambeau Field (Home of the Green Bay Packers) Oct 11, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in the 1980s, the Packers stadium had a kid’s-only section for kids between the 5th and 8th grades. During Jon Elfner’s 8th grade year he not only saw every game—he also fell in love.

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The Untold Story of Christopher Columbus Oct 10, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, for generations, students in American elementary schools were taught Christopher Columbus “sailed the ocean blue” to discover America in 1492. Today, that lesson is changing in schools across the suburbs and country. Here to tell the story of Christopher Columbus is Laurence Bergreen, who wrote the definitive biography Columbus: The Four Voyages.

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One Cop's Take on Mental Illness, Homelessness, and Crime Oct 10, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Senior Lead Officer Deon Joseph shares vivid, compelling stories of one constant struggle for police, and for communities: The care and safety of those with mental health battles.

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The Constitution Was Designed For Conflict: The Story of America [Ep. 10] Oct 10, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the framers of the Constitution took many things into account while creating the document—including our own natural instincts to fight. Dr. Bill McClay tells the story of how the Constitution was designed with our most partisan attributes in mind.

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