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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 Poignant Eulogy of Officer Jason Rivera May 17, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Dominique Rivera eulogizes her husband, Detective Jason Rivera, with raw emotion and compelling everyday detail.

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The Nuclear Mishap in Arkansas That "Created" CNN May 17, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, a wrench fell; a rocket leaked, lost fuel pressure, collapsed, and exploded. A nuclear warhead soared out of the silo and into a ditch... at the intersection of Arkansas' fate and American journalism.

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The Untold Story of a Civil War Cemetery May 17, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, a rodeo star, veterans of the Union and Confederate armies, and a few British pilots... Nancy Bro of the GAR Cemetery in Miami, Oklahoma shares the stories of the unique and colorful characters buried within it.

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Fighting Crime in Downtown Los Angeles with Love, Respect, and God May 17, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Senior Lead Officer Deon Joseph recounts community connections, police perceptions, and the world's most effective interview follow-up.

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Liquor and The Law: Taking a Wine Bottle to the Supreme Court May 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, when Tennessee officials told Doug and Mary Ketchum they couldn't run their liquor store in Memphis, they took it to the Supreme Court... and won.

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The CEO Who Grew Up Without Running Water May 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Jim Keyes grew up in poverty, got his first job at McDonald's, and became the CEO of 7-Eleven. It's a real American dream story!

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A Divorced Father Living with His Marine Son May 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, if Bob McLalan knew his father would be living with him for 18 months, he would have thrown him out that first night. A collision of cultures like no other! The latest story with Bob McLalan.

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A Fallen Cop’s Daughter Delivers A Eulogy for the Ages May 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Mesquite Police Officer Richard Houston is eulogized by Police Chief David Gill and his daughter, Shelby.

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The Goo Goo Cluster: Nashville's "Official" Candy? May 16, 2023

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On this episode of Our American Stories, it's a family story, a business story, and a regional story... It's the story of how the Goo Goo cluster became the official candy of Nashville!

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One Cop's Take on Mental Illness, Homelessness, and Crime May 16, 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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