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This Man Grows Pumpkins That Weigh a TON Nov 01, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, we hear how in 2017, Rhode Islander, Joe Jutras, broke the record for the largest giant green squash ever grown coming in at 2118lbs. Here he shares all that goes into growing these giant fruits.

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Halloween: The History of an American Holiday Nov 01, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, we explore why we participate in these strange celebrations every Halloween season. Lesley Bannatyne is the author of Halloween: An American Holiday, An American History and Lisa Morton is the author of Trick Or Treat: A History of Halloween.

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The Second American Revolution: How Texas Became a Country Oct 31, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, the official Texas State Historian Monte Monroe tells the sweeping story of how the Texas we know and love today found its footing as a nation in response to tyranny and oppression.

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A Fake Ring, Real Temptation, and a Golden Marriage Oct 31, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, this next story comes to us from Sarah Wells, author of "American Honey: A Field Guide to Resisting Temptation."

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The Crayon Man: How Crayola Crayons Made Creativity Accessible Oct 31, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, from the bifocals to the cotton gin to the automobile to the iPhone, America country has produced creations that make our lives better… but sometimes, we invent things with recreation, and not productivity, in mind. Natascha Biebow, author of "The Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons," is here to tell us the story of Edwin Binney.

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Mom and Son Run a Marathon Together in Every State Oct 28, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Karen Thomson and her son Joe Meilink are the definition of determination. Here they are along with Joe’s wife, Vicky, to share their story

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"Gung-ho & Cheesy Smile" and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 8) Oct 28, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, here again with his recurring 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 Great Vowel Shift and the Making of Modern English Oct 28, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, “The Great Vowel Shift” was the single greatest change in the history of the English language that has now become the official language in over 75 countries.

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Theodore Roosevelt: That Damn Cowboy Oct 28, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Theodore Roosevelt was just 42-years-old when he took office in 1901—the youngest president ever. It was the West that molded Roosevelt into a man and it was here where he learned to “carry a big stick.” Here to tell the story is Roger McGrath and Michael Blake.

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"I Admit It, I Sew Quilts" Oct 27, 2022

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On this episode of Our American Stories, this next story comes to us from a listener, Paul Bauer—a regular contributor out of Minneapolis, MN.

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