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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 Aug 04, 2023

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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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How a UCLA Student in the 70s Saved the Marx Brothers Aug 03, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Steve Stoliar grew up as the ultimate Marx Brothers fan. Little did he know that he would lead the charge to save one of their long-lost movies.

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I Lived Through The Depression And Didn't Even Know It! Aug 03, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, because of his parent's love... Donald Sturm's extraordinary American Dreamers story

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Her Mother Always Told Her She Was Strong... But Strength Isn't Always Enough Aug 03, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Edie Hand was always told by her mother that she was strong... but strength isn't always enough.

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The Surprising Faith Story of the World's 1st Billionaire—John D. Rockefeller Aug 03, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, John D. Rockefeller had a very unusual childhood. His father, dubbed “Devil Bill,” was a smooth-talking snake oil salesman, while his mother was a very devoted and disciplined Christian who taught John to work, to save, and to give to charities. This often-demonized, so-called Robber Baron reshaped America, creating an industry centered around the world’s most important resource: oil.

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Best Buy’s Founder: Serve Others, Put Yourself Last, And You’re More Likely To Win! Aug 02, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the hard-won leadership lessons of Dick Schulze.

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ILLEGAL: Shooting Bunnies From A Motorboat? Aug 02, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, author Winter Prosapio dives into some of the weird laws we have here in the U.S.

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The Irish Chieftain of American Catholicism - Dagger John Hughes Aug 02, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, from the 17th to 19th centuries, Catholics were some of the most persecuted people in America. Following the arrival of the Irish after the Potato Famine stood one man who would go toe to toe with hostile Protestants. This is the story of Archbishop John Hughes, the man who helped create a system for the Irish to flourish and pursue their American Dreams.

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The Time A Kid Sued Pepsi for A Harrier Jet Aug 02, 2023

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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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Otter Box’s CEO: One of Our Employees Got More Applause Than Peyton Manning... Literally! Aug 01, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, this isn't a not a knock on Peyton. It’s a testament to ethics being lived out heroically at this great American company.

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