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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 Moment I Learned My Business Is Best Served When I Serve My Customers and Employees Nov 16, 2022

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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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“Hunky Dory & Hedge Your Bets” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 9) Nov 16, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, here again with his reoccurring series is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases author, Andrew Thompson, as he continues to share another slice from his ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language.

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The Angels of Bataan Nov 16, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Anne Clare tells the story of a nurse who served in the Philippines during World War II, and shares the experience that she and others like her went through after the Japanese invasion there.

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The Heart of America: TX Grocery Store Lets Customers Leave Without Paying Nov 15, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, when there was a break in the deep freeze that swept across Texas in February 2021, Tim Hennessy and his wife Deb piled into his Jeep and headed for H.E.B., a beloved grocery store chain for many Texans. Tim shared what happened at the grocery store on Facebook and it immediately went viral.

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Titanic Thompson: The Greatest Cheat of All Time Nov 15, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, here a story you won't soon forget from a man none simply as... The History Guy.

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“Propose a Toast” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 17) Nov 15, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, here again with his reoccurring series is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings and Fun Phrases author, Andrew Thompson, as he continues to share another slice from his ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language.

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Stephen Ambrose on 1942: Doolittle Raid and Midway Nov 15, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Stephen Ambrose tells the story of America’s payback for Pearl Harbor—Jimmy Doolittle’s raid on Tokyo—and the Japanese response, the Battle of Midway.

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A Young Ladie's Run-in with Frank Sinatra Nov 15, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Colorado listener Patty Kingsbaker shares this "knock out" Frank Sinatra story.

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Rediscovering What I Lost in the Military Nov 14, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in a very modern fashion, Brent Evanoff discovers a secret he’d been unaware of for over 25 years. Through that process, he manages to help another veteran reconnect with something they lost as well.

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Jimmy Stewart: Hollywood Goes to War Nov 14, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, despite all his Hollywood fame and acting acclaim, Jimmy Stewart always said his greatest honor of his life was serving his country in WWII.

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