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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 Men Who Tried to Steal Lincoln's Corpse Sep 29, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, when Lincoln was laid to rest, he certainly didn't do so in peace. Louis Picone tells the story of Lincoln's post-mortem experience.

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Centerline: The Surprising History of Lane Markings Sep 28, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, when it comes to infrastructure that helps keep us safe while we drive, perhaps the greatest cost to benefit ratio on the saving lives front has to be painted lane lines on roads.

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"On The Wagon" & "Once In A Blue Moon" and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 16) Sep 28, 2023

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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 Woman Who Sneaked Into George Washington's Army Sep 28, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Deborah Sampson became a hero of the American Revolution when she disguised herself as a man and joined the Patriot forces. Here to tell her story is the author of Deborah Sampson: The Girl Who Went to War.

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The Story of How Railroads (Not Government) Created Time Zones Sep 28, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, China runs on just a single time zone; in America, we have four: Pacific, Mountain, Central and Eastern, but we used to have thousands!

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Lincoln's Last Trip Back to Springfield Sep 28, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, you've heard us tell the story of Abraham Lincoln's train ride to Washington for his inauguration. This is the story of his train ride home to his final resting place.

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I Was Bored In Grad School, So I Joined The Navy Sep 27, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, we learn about the Senator who started out as a forward air controller in The Vietnam War

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The Best Lawyer In a One-Lawyer Town Sep 27, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Bill Bryk knows when to start a case on behalf of others... and has learned when to rest.

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The Civil War Soldier Who Risked His Life to Give Water To His Enemies Sep 27, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, listener Richard Hood takes us to the Battle of Fredericksburg and tells a story about compassion in the midst of America's deadliest war.

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Levi Strauss: The Man Who Gave Blue Jeans to the World Sep 27, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, this is the story of how one man got his American Dream stitched into a pair of blue jeans. Lynn Downey (Levi Strauss & Co. historian) is here to tell the story.

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