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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 Late Great Stephen Ambrose on the Boys Who Flew B-24s in WWII Jul 21, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, here’s Stephen Ambrose to tell us a short story from The Wild Blue: The Men and Boys who Flew the B-24s Over Germany.

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The Late, Great Stephen Ambrose: WWII and Getting Down to Business (The Italian Campaign) Jul 20, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, even before the U.S./British victory in the North African campaign in May 1943, there was disagreement among the Allies on the best strategy to defeat the Axis. Eventually the U.S. and British political leadership reached a compromise in which both would commit most of their forces to an invasion of France in early 1944, but also launch a relatively small-scale Italian campaign. Here’s Stephen Ambrose with the story.

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Abraham Lincoln: Our First "Wired" President Jul 20, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, you’ve heard Christopher Klein tell the story of “How Johnny Carson Saved Twister” and how Mark Twain helped Ulysses S. Grant complete his memoir that saved his wife from destitution. Here’s Chris with the story of how Abraham Lincoln used the telegraph to help win the Civil War.

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From Animal House to Belushi and Seinfeld: Mark "Neidermeyer" Metcalf's Story Jul 20, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Mark Metcalf from Animal House shares his story.

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Coach John Wooden: A Lifetime Masterpiece Jul 19, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, John Wooden compiled the greatest legacy of any coach in history. How he defined success was unique and central to his philosophy. This story is told by Coach Wooden himself, his family, friends, and players.

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The Bible: The Best-Selling Book of All Time Jul 19, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, let’s take a listen to The History Guy as he tells the history of the Bible.

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The Unlikely Story of "How Georgia on My Mind" Came To Be Jul 19, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Lee Habeeb tells the story of how "Georgia On My Mind" came to be, and how it became a song the world would come to know and love.

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"Failed Experiments": The Story of America [Ep. 3] Jul 19, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, with plenty of land came plenty of opportunity for experimentation. Bill McClay, the author of Land of Hope, walks us through these planned "utopias", how they failed, and why that matters for us today.

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Couple Adopts 7 Siblings Separated Throughout 4 Foster Homes Jul 18, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the story of how one childless married couple of 13 years became a family of 9, literally overnight.

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"Back to Square One" and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 3) Jul 18, 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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