The Rest of the Story: Revisited | Paul Harvey - LaunchPod Media

Local Unemployed Girl's Fight Against Starvation | Barbra Streisand Dec 15, 2022

Venture with Paul Harvey to a gay bar in New York where history was made. A woman sits nervously, awaiting her turn in the spotlight. The winner of the bar's singing contest would get a desirable cash prize with food on the side. Who is the singer and how did she find herself in this situation? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbra_Streisand

Taming the Lion and Wowing Crowds | Barbra Streisand Dec 14, 2022

A desperate actress on the edge of starvation was entered into a local bar's singing competition by her friend. She was so uncomfortable and unsure of her abilities. She closed her eyes and hoped for death on the spot to end her misery. The woman, someone you might know, was shocked when she won. Who was she? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbra_Streisand

Once Considered "Boring," Hurdling Toward Stardom | Poor Plain Joan Dec 13, 2022

"She's so plain...so boring," crowds grumbled as they emptied the stands, leaving Plain Joan alone and embarrassed on the stage. She vowed to never sing again in that town as the memory haunted her throughout her career. If only the people in the crowd knew who she would become and the success she was bound for in that fateful summer concert in 1969. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbra_Streisand

Secret Factory Hidden in Italy | What on Earth were they making? Dec 12, 2022

A mysterious factory was producing something no one was allowed to see except for a select few workers. What were they making in there? Atomic weapons? Futuristic cars? After all, Italy's leading automotive designer was involved in something scandalous inside the plant. The answer might surprise you. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barilla_(company)

Beating Olympians at Their Own Games | Babe Didrickson Dec 11, 2022

The crowds watched in amazement as one athlete broke world record after world record. Something like this had never been accomplished before! Who was this athlete and why did they stand out? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babe_Didrikson_Zaharias

Escaping Death and Saving His Own Life | Babe Ruth's Horrifying Childhood Dec 10, 2022

This was Paul Harvey's first examination of a story about child abuse. Young Georgie lived a life of neglect, belonging nowhere and to no one. Little did he know what his life had in store. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babe_Ruth

Breaking Up Is Hard To Do | Selling Babe Ruth Collection Dec 09, 2022

He loved wheeling and dealing and was known as a celebrator of life. Harry was the owner of a very valuable collection and decided to sell his most prize possessions to fund his theatrical interests. Just what was it and why was it so sought after? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babe_Ruth

The Funding of Balmoral Castle | Queen Victoria's Dreams Came True Dec 08, 2022

"A cold, hollow conclusion to a cold, hollow life." John died as one of the richest men in the town, yet no one knew of his riches. In fact, they all remembered him as tattered, grumpy old man. His riches were left for a woman whom he had never met. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balmoral_Castle

The Trauma of Kidnapping | Bald Eagle Buddy Dec 07, 2022

Buddy is a reminder to us all that each of us has a place in the world. He was kidnapped at a very young age and because of a particular experience, he was traumatized at the sight of animals for the rest of his life. Tune in for the rest of the story!

Watch Your Head! | Baby Ruth Candy Dropping From the Sky Dec 06, 2022

The air over Pittsburg, PA was filled with the groans of airplane engines, warning onlookers of what was to come. As the planes rose higher, suddenly their doors opened and thousands of parachutes tumbled through the air. What did these parachutes contain and why were they coming to PA? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Ruth

It's Raining Baby Ruth Candy! | One Man's Journey to Atomic Warfare Dec 05, 2022

When the Baby Ruth candy bar was first launched, marketers came up with the greatest advertising plan to spread the word. They tied parachutes to every bar, piece by piece, and had the bars dropped out of the sky by airplane. The person dropping the candy bars fell in love with flying and pursued a career doing so, eventually dropping something much more monumental on a city, causing ripples through history. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Ruth

Babe Ruth Quit Baseball! | A Reporter's Missed Opportunity Dec 04, 2022

Crowds flocked in droves to the stadium to see what they believed would be Babe Ruth's final game. They were right. He would soon retire from baseball for good, bringing the end to a great era. A reporter following the case of Babe's retirement missed the biggest story of his career and the writing opportunity of a lifetime. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babe_Ruth

Surprising Origins of Everyone's Favorite Purple Dinosaur | Barney & Friends Dec 03, 2022

Do you remember Barney the friendly, purple dinosaur? This television series was inspired by a teddy bear of all things. Just how did the idea of Barney go from huggable teddy bear to giant purple and green dinosaur? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barney_%26_Friends

Setting World Records | Baseball's Elites Dec 02, 2022

For professional athletes, setting records is their life! World records distinguish them from the rest of the athletes, further advancing their careers and making them household names. Listen to some of the greatest baseball records from this point in time and tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://www.baseball-almanac.com/rb_menu.shtml

How One Pair of Shoes Saved 300 Orphans | Roy Asbury's Kindness Dec 01, 2022

A single act of kindness forever altered how young Roy would view those who were different from him, for a shopkeeper had given him a free pair of shoes when he walked by barefoot on a cold winter morning. The man's kindness would later inspire Roy to save the lives of 300 orphans. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CREC-2002-01-03/html/CREC-2002-01-03-pt1-PgE2526.htm

Founder of Senior Home Survived Holocaust | Barbara Grossberg Nov 30, 2022

Barbara was quite young during the Holocaust and nearly escaped death at Auschwitz many times. Grateful for being spared, she dedicated the rest of her life to spreading love so much so that there was no more room for hatred to grow. She invested her time and energy into running a state-of-the-art senior home. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://www.delmargardens.com/

Paid $25,000 for First Acting Job! | Babe Ruth the Actor Nov 29, 2022

The producers recognized a natural, magnetic talent in George that would make him a star. George didn't want to be an actor, but too many people believed in him and he couldn't let them down. The outcome of this project sent his life trajectory hurdling in a completely different direction. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Babe_Ruth

The Polaroid Bank Robber | Unprofessional to Say the Least Nov 24, 2022

The robber demanded the bank tellers to pose in embarrassing ways so he could snap their picture and use it as blackmail should they try to identify him to the police. With a trail of breadcrumbs around Texas, authorities were close behind. Surprisingly, the robber knew more about banking operations than the typical criminal. How was this so? Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://www.nytimes.com/1989/11/12/magazine/the-banker-who-robbed-banks.html

Guinea Pig for the Cancer Research Revolution | Babe Ruth Nov 23, 2022

George's health was going downhill fast! As cancer was overtaking his body, doctors searched for a solution, any solution, that would help. When an experimental drug was offered to him, he realized he would be part of a medical revolution. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://baseballhall.org/hall-of-famers/ruth-babe

Babe Ruth Proved Everyone Wrong | a Legend in the Making Nov 22, 2022

George could hardly believe he was being sent back to the minor leagues. George was off the team because he demanded too much practice time for his status. Finally, he had his big break and his pitching arm started working like a charm! The batters went down swinging! Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://baseballhall.org/hall-of-famers/ruth-babe

The World is Different Today Because He Loved Her | Band-Aid Inventor Nov 21, 2022

The newly married couple were deeply in love. During the early stages of their marriage, the husband noticed how accident prone his wife was - a trait he had never noticed before. Knowing this new information, he set out on a mission to patch her wounds. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Band-Aid

How a Cello Player Saved the Show | Arturo Toscanini Nov 19, 2022

Stranded so far from home, the Italian musicians were terrified of the riotous audience awaiting outside the stage curtain in Brazil. Their conductor, the man everyone came to see, had recently quit and left the group in shambles. How would they save this night and how would they calm the tempest? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arturo_Toscanini

At Last Someone Understood Little Laura | Asa Tenney Taught Her Sign Language Nov 18, 2022

A sickness took her hearing and eyesight and it seemed like all hope was gone for communicating with young Laura Bridgman. That was, until a lonely townsman approached the girl and spoke to her through signing words on the palm of her hand. He changed her life in that very moment, but little did he or Laura know that she would go on to inspire one of America's most influential minds. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Bridgman

Nature's Pain Killer | History and Origins of Aspirin Nov 17, 2022

A woman experiencing tremendous labor pains was taken to see a physician for help. At this point, there was nothing he could do for her, for Mother Nature had taken control. All he could suggest was to chew on the bark of a willow tree. To everyone's surprise, the woman's pain dwindled away! What was this miracle compound and how is it still used today? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspirin

Was he murdered? | Attila The Hun Died on His Wedding Night Nov 16, 2022

A man of many enemies was found dead on his wedding night. He survived a lifetime of brutal battles, surpassing death many times. What was it that finally took him out? Was he murdered by his new wife? Perhaps an enemy? Tune in to learn the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attila

Traversing the Great Divide by Rowboat | Frank Samuelsen and George Harbo Nov 13, 2022

Two adventurers set out to do something no one had ever done before! Frank and George were crossing the Atlantic Ocean in a meager rowboat. One night, a monster from the depths taunted their tiny vessel. Would they make it ashore safely? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Samuelsen_and_George_Harbo

365-Year-Old Life Form Found! | Atocha Shipwreck Nov 12, 2022

Imagine finding a long lost shipwreck, rumored to be filled with treasure beyond your wildest dreams. Gold, silver, jewels, and other precious items were lost to the depths...until divers happened upon it. The contents of the ship shocked everyone who was looking for this treasure trove for years. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuestra_Se%C3%B1ora_de_Atocha

War Hero Turned Murderer | Audie Murphy Changed by PTSD Nov 11, 2022

By all appearances, Murphy seemed perfectly fine to everyone when he got home from the war. But when he was alone, his woes with PTSD wreaked havoc on his life, making it a living nightmare. Did his trauma cause him to murder someone? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audie_Murphy

If the Nazis Wanted Her, They Would Have to Find Her | Audrey Hepburn Nov 10, 2022

A young girl was stowed away in a cold, rat-infested cellar for a month as she waited for the Nazis to leave her homeland. She was a key piece of the local resistance, left to starve alone as the enemy stormed her town. Would she ever make it back home? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audrey_Hepburn

A 15-Year-Old's Fight for Freedom | Audrey Hepburn Nov 09, 2022

"What are you doing here?" the voice demanded. A 15-year-old girl turned around and was met with the barrel of a gun aimed at her chest by a Nazi guard who caught her on her walk home. Little did the man know the young girl was a messenger for the resistance. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audrey_Hepburn

Forbidden to Speak to Each Other | Last Speakers of Aboriginal Language Pass Away Nov 08, 2022

"They allowed words that had survived the last ice age to slip away." No one understood the last two speakers of an Aboriginal language. They were brother and sister and per tradition, they were forbidden to see or speak to one another. Ultimately, the language they shared passed away with them. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_Aboriginal_languages

Lost Body Found in Ohio Funeral Home | Tragic Story of Tambo Nov 07, 2022

The 1800s was the time of entertainment. Circuses would recruit men and women from around the world who were seen as "different" and would put them on display for others to gawk at. This is the tragic tale of Tambo, an Aboriginal man who was known for his boomerang. Tune in for the rest of the story.
https://www.australiangeographic.com.au/topics/history-culture/2012/06/the-strange-tale-of-aboriginal-circus-performers/

What Became of the Girl in the Window | Ava Gardner Nov 06, 2022

A woman's picture displayed in the window caught the eye of someone from MGM Studios passing by. Who was this beautiful woman in the window? They just had to get to know her. You know her as Ava Gardner today but back then, she was just visiting her sister in New York when that picture was taken. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ava_Gardner

First Artificial Insemination Wasn't Performed by a Doctor | John Hunter Nov 05, 2022

Imagine going to a doctor hoping to get a life-changing procedure, only to find out that not only has this doctor never performed this procedure before, but the guy isn't even a medically licensed doctor! That's what happened when John Hunter performed the first artificial insemination. Tune in to the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hunter_(surgeon)

The Belt Snapped! | Arthur Rubinstein's Failed Attempt Nov 04, 2022

As sharp pangs of hunger twisted his guts and his brains, all he wished for was death because it seemed that was the only way out. On his quest for the everlasting sleep, his attempt failed and somehow, life suddenly made sense to him. The life that awaited him would be more than he could've ever dreamed. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Rubinstein

Dancing With the Stars | Arthur Murray Nov 03, 2022

"Too Tall Teichman" was a high school dropout who wanted to make something of himself and become an esteemed architect. But how would the boy from the lesser side of New York pay for his education? One night, his long legs wandered to the local ballroom where he was pushed into a dance competition. That very night, he was offered a new job, one he never expected. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Murray

At Long Last, Home in Neverland | Arthur Malet the Lost Boy Nov 02, 2022

A young boy, barely in his teens, aimlessly wandered the streets of Boston. His adoptive parents detested him for not being the solution to their marital problems and as such, deprived him of the love he deserved. Sneaking into the Peter Pan musical after a lonely day of wandering, he felt more at home than ever among the Lost Boys. You know him from some of Disney's greatest hits. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Malet

Help from POTUS | Arthur Godfrey Joined the Navy Nov 01, 2022

Damaged beyond repair, doctors said he would never walk again. Ol' Red defied the odds and learned to walk himself. He yearned to join the Navy but when he was turned down because of his accident, the President of the United States got personally involved. Who was this man? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Godfrey

The Dead Are Not Dead! | Arthur Conan Doyle (Satanist?) Oct 31, 2022

Arthur was a devout spiritualist at heart. In fact, he became well known for his spiritualism and his obsession with the strange and unusual. People accused him of Satan worshipping because his beliefs were so different from the norm. Even with this dark reputation, he's remembered, even honored, for something else entirely. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Conan_Doyle

His Love Kept Her Alive | Arthur Conan Doyle Introduced Skis to Switzerland Oct 30, 2022

"'Lois is not going to die,' he said." A doctor did all he could in the race against the clock for his tuberculosis-stricken wife. A mountainous village seemed to hold the cure, so Arthur made the cross country trip in the snow on his skis. Would he make it and would Lois survive? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Conan_Doyle

The Moment His Life Almost Ended | Art Linkletter Oct 29, 2022

16-year-old Art was homeless by choice. Hunkered down in an old boxcar on a stormy night, two men awoke Art from his slumber with a gun aimed directly at him. A split second determined whether or not he would survive the attack. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Linkletter

Art Carney's Uneven Legs | WW2 Explosion Oct 28, 2022

"Just a nice guy who got to come home." The scene is Normandy. A man sits on the shore shaking and praying when suddenly, an explosion! The damage would forever change his legs. Who was this man exactly? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Carney

The Art of Humor and Whiskey | Art Buchwald Oct 27, 2022

Art was a creative young man who had a talent for making people laugh, lifting the spirits of his fellow Marines fighting in World War ll. When he signed up for the Marines at just 16, he needed his father's signature. With no father in the picture, he found an agreeable drunk on the streets who agreed to pretend to be the boy's father for a few minutes in exchange for a bottle of whiskey. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Buchwald

Alone and Fed to the Wolves | Annie Oakley Oct 26, 2022

You know her as Annie Oakley, but did you know that before she ever stepped foot on a stage, she was an abused servant? As a young girl, Pheobe Ann Mosey was taken in by an Ohio family only to be mistreated and forced to work on their farm. This cruel childhood fueled her passion for helping needy kids and performing as Annie Oakley to make them smile. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annie_Oakley

Prestigious 13-Year-Old Juggler Wows Onlookers | Anthony Gatto Oct 25, 2022

Let's admit it, juggling is a really cool skill. For those of us who never mastered it, we're hypnotized by those who have. Anthony Gatto is the world's best juggler, becoming a world-class prodigy at just nine years old. He dazzles audience all over the globe and is the proud owner of many awards. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Gatto

Treasure Found in the Missouri River! | The Arabia Steamboat Oct 24, 2022

400 steamboats lie beneath the surface of the Missouri River, victims of its treacherous waters. One of the boats is the Arabia which sunk with her 200 tons of precious cargo. Generations of failed attempts to salvage the treasure were trumped by one man who dedicated his life to finding the ghost ship. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arabia_(steamboat)#:~:text=The%20Arabia%20is%20a%20side,a%20team%20of%20local%20researchers.

Species Farming | Ants, Herders of Insects Oct 23, 2022

When storms approach, farmers herd their cattle to shelter and protect them from predators. Did you know other species do this same thing? Ants are herders of the insect kingdom, herding aphids for their honeydew excrete. Think humans are the only complex species? Think again. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/ants-herd-aphids-with-tranquilisers-in-their-footsteps#:~:text=Humans%20aren't%20the%20only,aphids%20from%20predators%20like%20ladybirds.

The Missing Link Found! | Archaeoraptor Oct 22, 2022

A gem show in Arizona displayed a treasure beyond compare. No, it wasn't a crystal, but a fossil! This fossil was a particularly spectacular find because it was the "missing link" for something scientists were trying to prove for so long! Perhaps the find was all too...convenient. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archaeoraptor

Secrets of a Fur Trapper Turned Animal Advocate | Archibald "Grey Owl" Belaney Oct 21, 2022

Grey Owl was a fur trapper whose heart turned to compassion after he killed a beaver and heard the cries of its young from the bushes. The cries of the two young beavers moved Grey Owl enough to bring them home to his cabin and to raise them as his own. After this incident, he became an advocate for conservation, writing and traveling as an Indigenous person to raise awareness. It wasn't until his death that his true identity would come to light and the Grey Owl facade would crumble. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grey_Owl

The Forest that Time Forgot | Nasa's Landsat Satellite Returns Mysterious Pictures Oct 20, 2022

Nasa's Landsat satellite revealed what human eyes haven never witnessed - an untouched forest. The ancient trees were 2,000 years old, baffling the team of scientists evaluating their core samples. These trees sprouted long before many of mankind's biggest historical events, a testament to their lasting strength. Where was this elusive forest? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://landsat.gsfc.nasa.gov/

Remove Your Gloves, Witch! | Anne Boleyn Oct 19, 2022

Anne Boleyn is perhaps one of the most well-known names in English history. She's known for her key role in the formation of the Church of England. Have you heard the rumor about her hand and why she always wears a glove? Undoubtably, only a witch would wear such a thing! Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Boleyn

Freedom in the Form of a Horse | Anna Sewell Oct 18, 2022

An unfortunate accident left teenage Anna injured and unable to walk. Her pony soon became her only sense of freedom, releasing her from the confinement of her broken legs. The book she would soon write inspired the nation to treat horses better. You've probably read it yourself! Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Sewell

The World-Famous Painting That Began as a Joke | Archibald Willard Oct 17, 2022

Archie, a humble wagon painter from Ohio, chuckled at the pompous paraders reenacting the Revolutionary War on July 4th. Sketching their exaggerated forms, a painting eventually took shape. This painting would go on to be one of the world's most famous scenes, earning Archie global respect. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archibald_Willard

Space Invaders Warn About the Future of America! | Edgar Rice Burroughs Oct 16, 2022

No one would listen to Edgar. No one would read his articles about the Soviets, so he wrote a book hoping it would wake a "sleeping America" to his fears of invasion. When no one would print his work, he simply rewrote the story to be about moon people and space invaders, hoping the masses would catch on to its underlying themes. The book was a hit, but did anyone catch on? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Moon_Maid

Guitar Player in Secret | Andrés Segovia Oct 15, 2022

When you think of the greatest guitar players of all time, who comes to mind? Jimi Hendrix? Van Halen? What about Andrés Segovia? Andrés wasn't allowed to play the guitar at home because his family felt it was a waste of time. Little did they know the genius he was in the making. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andr%C3%A9s_Segovia

From Storms to Soup | Andy Warhol, Renowned...Cartoonist Oct 14, 2022

Out of work and desperate, a young man was searching for a steady job. He wasn't great with technology but he was great with his hands - art was his forte. The artist was none other than Andy Warhol who landed a job drawing weather-themed cartoons live on the news. His boss loved the cartoons but wasn't fond of young Andy's paintings and turned them down when gifted to him by the hopeful artist. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Warhol

Saving the Nation With Her Brain | Anna Ella Carroll Oct 13, 2022

Abraham Lincoln was "blessed with a brain that was not his own." His secret advisor was masterminding war plans behind the scenes, helping the Union win pivotal battles that forever changed the fate of the nation. Who was his mysterious scribe? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Ella_Carroll

The Most Famous Markswoman's Missing Bullets! | Annie Oakley, Get Your Gun Oct 12, 2022

A stolen box of bullets contained mysterious contents with even more mysterious origins. The bullets weren't actually bullets, but hollowed pieces of wood. Their purpose? To shatter colored glass spheres in an expert marksman roadshow. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annie_Oakley

Did the Ancient Death Ray Actually Work? | Archimedes Oct 11, 2022

He was a great inventor of his time, designing war machines with one true purpose - death. Some would argue his greatest invention wasn't the mammoth-sized catapults, but his death ray. Did it actually work and who was he aiming for? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archimedes

Hustling for His Engagement Ring | Arnold Palmer, the Broke Golfer Oct 10, 2022

"Nobody's that good," they said as they doubted the golfer's skill. To their amazement, the young man navigated the course with skill and precision, winning all of their wagers. You know him today as Arnold Palmer, but before the fame came his most prized trophy. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_Palmer

Oil Tycoon Saves a Life! | Armand Hammer Oct 09, 2022

He was called brilliant. The papers called him "Lenin's chosen capitalist." The son of a physician, he attempted to follow his father's footsteps through medical school. His prestigious training was only put to use once in his lifetime. You might know him as an oil tycoon, others know him as actor Armie Hammer's great-grandfather. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armand_Hammer

A Tale of Two Sons | Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mr. Cinderella Oct 08, 2022

Arnold grew up in a home that thrived on competition, always being compared to his larger, more athletic, older brother. This fire was fueled by their father's taunts, constantly asking who was the better son. Eventually, tragedy struck, forever changing their lives. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arnold_Schwarzenegger

A Spiteful Creation | Arlington Cemetery Oct 07, 2022

Robert E. Lee was wary to leave his beautiful, family home to go to war. He knew the second his family left the land, the Union army would take over his home and use it for their own devices. Well, Robert was right. But the land he once loved was turned into something much more honorable. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arlington_National_Cemetery

Channeling Her Pain for Greatness | Anne Sullivan, Teacher of Hellen Keller Oct 06, 2022

Anne Sullivan had a grim childhood comprised of fear, anger, and loss, fueled by the tragic onset of blindness at just five years old. Eventually, Anne learned to harness these feelings and use them to teach another young woman how to live a quality life. These two women are one of history's more popular duos. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Sullivan

Accidental Bombing on American Soil | Naco, Arizona 1929 Oct 05, 2022

One miscalculation wreaks havoc on American soil. All hell breaks loose as windows shatter and homes are torn. What was the bomber's true intent? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombing_of_Naco

Enslaving His Fellow Men | Andrew Durnford Oct 04, 2022

Andrew Durnford was a plantation owner who spent his life attempting to justify his enslavement of his fellow men. His story is shocking and contradictory to the history of American slavery. Tune in for the rest of the story!

Annabel's | London Nightclub Infiltrated by...Royals? Oct 03, 2022

Annabel's is no ordinary nightclub. Built on discretion, it serves as a place for the elite to unwind. When two female police officers arrived at the club, the night took a wild turn. Just who were these so-called officers? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annabel%27s

Frank Lloyd Wright's Student Turned Actor | Anthony Quinn Oct 02, 2022

Human beings live a long time and surely aren't meant to live in plain boxes. This was young Tony's motto for studying architecture under the renowned Frank Lloyd Wright. But when the architect suggested Tony seek speech therapy to fix his tied tongue, he sought the help of an acting teacher. We know him today as one of the great actors in old Hollywood, but his road to stardom is quite surprising. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Quinn

The Irony of the Arizona Biltmore Hotel Fire | Preserving Frank Lloyd Wright Oct 01, 2022

The sky was ablaze with flames and flashing lights as a historic landmark smoldered into the night. Reconstruction would require precise supervision to copy Frank Lloyd Wright's original style. This enormous undertaking was necessary to preserve one of Arizona's prized hotels. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arizona_Biltmore_Hotel

This Was No Ordinary Archeological Excavation | Mark Twain’s Family Home Sep 30, 2022

An abnormal archeological excavation led anxious excavators to a massive...pile of garbage. They found ceramic shards and burnt animal bones on a small plot of land, urging them to dig deeper. Who did these forgotten items belong to? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Twain

The World's First Underwater Army | Alexander The Great Sep 29, 2022

Ancient civilizations never cease to amaze as we continue to discover their engineering genius. Underwater diving was popularized in the late 1900s, but did you know Alexander the Great is credited with orchestrating and utilizing the earliest undersea divers in naval warfare? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_the_Great

At War With Pirates | Not His First Rodeo Sep 28, 2022

Pirates dotted the landscape as they attempted to overtake a massive war machine. "One man's irresistible energy and uncompromising leadership" inspired the name of a famous naval ship. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_Andrea_Doria

As Legendary Behind Bars as We Was Free | Alvin Karpis Befriended by Charles Manson Sep 27, 2022

When legendary "Creepy" was approached in prison by a young inmate seeking to learn the guitar, Karpis obliged. Afterall, it was one of his favorite past times in the clink. Eventually, that same young man would order the heinous murder of one of Hollywood's beloved stars. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvin_Karpis

How a Dare Made Rock n' Roll History | All Shook Up by Otis Blackwell Sep 26, 2022

Otis could write a song about anything. His words were sought after by the King himself, Elvis Presley. Up for the challenge, Otis happily accepted a dare to write a song about a bottle of pop. What do ya know? That song would land him a place in rock and roll history. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otis_Blackwell

Ancient Civilization Discovered Near St. Louis! | Cahokia Sep 23, 2022

You never know what lies buried beneath your feet. Could it be something sinister? How about an ancient city with temples and intricate architecture? The ground tells its own story. Tune in to hear more!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cahokia

Trapped by His Own Uncompromising Sense of Justice | Andre Latour's Final Case Sep 22, 2022

Andre Latour was a brilliant French detective many called the French Sherlock Holmes. Case after case, his reputation glistened with public admiration. Shockingly, something about his final case forced him to retire. What was it? Tune in for the rest of the story!

The Day the Sun Died | Angel of Death Takes Over London Sep 21, 2022

The Angel of Death seeped through cracks into the homes of unknowing London residents. It didn't take long for the dying to begin and for time itself to stop. What was this reaper of mass destruction? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Smog_of_London

Magnets Contain...Healing Power? | Animal Magnetism, the Beginning of Hypnosis Sep 20, 2022

Frans Mesmer believed magnets possessed a magical healing property and covered his home in magnetized objects. It didn't take long for him to realize he was the one who possessed a magnetic power within. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_magnetism

The Surprising Origins of Alka-Seltzer | Sold as Flu Remedy in Crisis Sep 20, 2022

Everywhere you looked, the flu was wreaking havoc on companies, forcing them to shut down and send their employees home. When one company seemingly avoided the dreaded flu and kept every one of the staff healthy, journalists wanted their fast-acting remedy. The miracle elixir will surprise you! Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alka-Seltzer#:~:text=It%20was%20developed%20by%20head,It%20was%20launched%20in%201931.

Illegal Acts Portrayed in Art | The Passion of Wingfield Sep 18, 2022

Major Walter Clopton Wingfield was obsessed with an activity portrayed on ancient Greek pottery. This activity, so scandalous, was prohibited among nations for years to come. What exactly was this act the Greeks loved so much? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Clopton_Wingfield

The Royal Family Almost Swept Into Oblivion | One Man Surprises Everybody Sep 17, 2022

It was almost the end of a royal legacy as the heirs to the throne were picked off one by one by the Reaper. Who would save the royal family from completely dying off? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duke_of_Cambridge

A Kingdom of Kindness | Sanctuary Hill Giving Second Chances Sep 16, 2022

Sanctuary Hill is a place of second chances, giving love and shelter to the homeless animals wandering the streets. Lesley Sinclair built this kingdom of kindness even though she is greatly allergic to very animals she cares for. We could all learn a little more about compassion from Sinclair. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1987-03-17-8701210194-story.html

Laughter is the Best Medicine | Alexandra of Denmark Cared for the Hospitalized Sep 15, 2022

For a practical nurse, she was greatly impractical. She spent hours with her patients lifting their spirits, making sure to genuinely speak with each and every one before leaving a ward. Queen Julia made London Hospital her home, nursing its patients back to health with her cheery personality.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexandra_of_Denmark#:~:text=Alexandra%20of%20Denmark%20(Alexandra%20Caroline,of%20King%2DEmperor%20Edward%20VII.

Wearing It Where He Could | Ambrose Burnside, Civil War General Turned Fashion Icon Sep 14, 2022

Remembered not for his bravery in the Civil War, but for his kindness and unique choice of hairdo, General Burnside is credited with the creation of sideburns. Proud and bald, he creatively compensated for his lack of hair up top. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambrose_Burnside

The World's Worst Assassin Misses at Six Feet Away | First Attempt on Andrew Jackson's Life Sep 13, 2022

A tradition of violence against a president began with a burst of gun smoke. Standing only six feet away, a stranger fired shots at Andrew Jackson yet missed...repeatedly. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Jackson

The Worst Avid Golfer Driven by Pure Passion | Angelo Spagnolo Sep 12, 2022

Considered the worst avid golfer by Golfer's Digest, a passionate Angelo played on his ultimate dream course. Put after put, he hit the balls into the sky, plopping right into the pond. Even though he wasn't good like the pros, his clear love for golf ignited a movement of amateur golfers alike.
https://www.golfdigest.com/story/gd0985wagandrews

A Total Military Budget of $5.00 | Andorra, The Unforgettable Little Country Sep 11, 2022

One of the world's oldest republics, about half the size of New York City, is a place where time stands still. Tranquil lakes dot the pine-laden landscape, overarched by towering mountainous slopes. The little country, though beautiful, never forgives and never forgets.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andorra

Crash Landing and Cursing | Allan Lockheed, Innovator of the Skies Sep 10, 2022

A pilot knew his plane was in no condition to fly but he took flight anyways - the money was so good that he simply couldn't resist even if it meant risking his mortal safety. Barely missing a greenhouse roof, the aviator plunged into a telegraph line, cursing the airplane for its poor flight performance. This experience inspired an innovator of the skies for generations to come.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allan_Lockheed

For Sixty Seconds, The Screaming Stopped | Prisoners Protest Animal Cruelty Sep 09, 2022

A sacrifice of one's own freedom led to a protest - the likes of which never before seen, bringing together the murderers and condemned of society for a good cause. Prison doesn't seem like the place for such charitable acts but when faced with cruelty, more often than not, even the worst of mankind unites. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1989-04-28-me-1827-story.html

Remains of Untouched Mayan Tomb Discovered! | Ancient Human Ingenuity Sep 08, 2022

Archaeologists held their breath in excitement as an ancient Mayan tomb was uncovered. The items inside were in perfect condition, untouched by looters for over a thousand years. The nature of the tomb's contents, guarded by a single skeleton, might surprise you. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://www.nytimes.com/1984/05/23/arts/untouched-mayan-tomb-is-discovered.html

A Curse Only a Rich Man Could Have | Andrew Carnegie, Phobia of Money Sep 07, 2022

A meager man is kicked off the trolley for not having enough money to pay the fare. Something about him seems all too familiar...until it clicks! How did Andrew Carnegie, one of the richest men in American history, not have enough change for the ride? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Carnegie

Candy is Junk, Your Mother Deserves Better | Anna Jarvis Sep 06, 2022

Anna Jarvis hated the commercialization of Mother's Day, a day she founded. Cheaply printed cards and junk candy were no honor of motherhood for Anna and she demanded that mothers be treated like royalty on this special holiday. Her story, however, ends with a cruel twist of fate. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Jarvis

A Horror Mastermind’s Origin Story | Alfred Hitchcock, Terrified of the Unknown Sep 05, 2022

Would you be surprised to learn one of the world's most influential minds in horror cinema was terrified of the unknown well into his adulthood? That's right. Alfred Hitchcock, the Master of Suspense himself, channeled his anxieties and fears of everyday life into horror masterpieces. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfred_Hitchcock

Passion Blind and Cruising for a Bruising | Alfred Nobel Sep 04, 2022

Alfred and Sophie had an on again, off again type of relationship. Following his death, Sophie demanded the deceased man's riches. Was she able to prove to lawyers that she was the sole heir to his wealth? Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfred_Nobel

Goodbye Brucellosis, Hello Cheese! | Alice Evans Sep 03, 2022

If you drink cow's milk, you have Alice Evans to thank for making sure you don't get sick from brucellosis. Before dairy was commonly pasteurized, a debilitating fever was plaguing many who drank raw milk. Microbiologist, Alice Evans was the first to suggest pasteurization to prevent this painful disease. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Catherine_Evans

A Fairytale Better Than the Movies | Alice Heine, Princess From America Sep 02, 2022

A royal wedding drew international attention when the Prince of Monaco married a commoner from America. This foreigner would forever change the culture of her adopted country with her love of the arts. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Heine

She Just Doesn’t Have What It Takes Anymore...Or Does She? | Alice Marble, Grand Slam Champion Sep 01, 2022

What would we do without friends? A tennis player's legacy could have been very different if it wasn't for her friend's words of encouragement moments before entering the match. Hopefully you read that with a sprinkle of sarcasm. Tune in to the rest of the story to understand why!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Marble

Saved Not a Moment Too Soon, Later Met With a Cruel Twist of Fate | Alexander Hamilton Aug 31, 2022

Young Alexander Hamilton was a captain in the Revolutionary War who was stranded, surrounded by enemies. Backed into a corner, he and his men had only two options: to stand their ground and fight to the death or be captured and hanged. Suddenly, a lone officer on horseback raced to the rescue and demanded the men follow him on a hidden escape route. Who was this young officer who saved Alexander's army? The answer might surprise you. Tune in for the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Hamilton

Defeating the Odds in a New World | Alexander Graham Bell Survived Tuberculosis Aug 30, 2022

It seems like any old story that involves death synonymously involves a seance. Have you noticed that? Just us? Paul Harvey tells a tale of parents desperate to save their only surviving child's life. Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Graham_Bell

How a Broken Toe Won the Stanley Cup | Alfie Moore, Drunk Man of the Hour Aug 29, 2022

An unsuspecting Alfie, drunk and happy, was approach by a Chicago Black Hawks hockey player at the local pub. They were desperate for a replacement goaltender and needed one fast! Would drunken Alfie sober up in time to compete? Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alfie_Moore

The "Toy" That Changed the World | Gardiner G. Hubbard Aug 28, 2022

A salesman down on his luck was given an opportunity to sell an invention to the Western Union. This invention would change the way humans communicate forever, but no one believed in it at first. What exactly was this so-called "toy" others were laughing at? Tune in for the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gardiner_Greene_Hubbard

A Scottish Clockmaker’s Apprentice Turned Inventor | Alexander Bain, Anonymous Not by Choice Aug 27, 2022

Surprisingly very little is known about the inventor, Alexander Bain, whom we have to thank for the fax machine and the electric clock. He lives in the shadow of another great Alexander Bain, simply by sharing a name. Tune in for the rest of the story to learn more about one of history's most creative inventors!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Bain_(inventor)

Matchmaker Make Me a Match | Alex Haley, the Ghost Writer of the Sea Aug 26, 2022

To fight boredom while at sea, Alex Haley taught himself how to write stories, and he wrote them well. So well in fact, that other soldiers paid him to write love letters to their girlfriends back home. Business was booming and Haley eventually had his duties covered so he could write as many letters as possible for these soldiers at war. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Haley

Rescuing West Point from Total Oblivion | Alden "Old Pewt" Partridge Aug 25, 2022

Lovingly deemed the worst school superintendent in the history of education, Alden Partridge was seen as a buffoon by his cohorts. Refusing to be humiliated, he fought to reclaim his school. Tune in to the rest of the story to learn how West Point went from shambles to greatness.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alden_Partridge

Bartenders Turned Gas Jockeys | Alcohol Fuel for Cars by Henry Ford Aug 24, 2022

These gas prices are getting out of hand. If only there was some way to grow your own fuel. Wait! Maybe there is, all thanks to Henry Ford. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_alcohol_fuel#:~:text=In%201925%2C%20Henry%20Ford%20tells,matter%20that%20can%20be%20fermented.

What’s in the Box? | Albert Einstein's Missing Brain Aug 23, 2022

The hunt was on for old Al, or at least, what remained of him. Reporters searched far and wide to find the theoretical physicist's brain and after much digging, the clues led to a business in Kansas. Tucked away in a back room was...an ordinary box. What's in the box, you ask? Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Einstein

Painter Inspired by Bob Hope...392 Years Before His Birth | Albrecht Durer Aug 22, 2022

Are time travelers real? Perhaps. This story explores the uncanny resemblance between a face in one of Albrecht Durer's paintings and the face of Bob Hope. The catch? Hope was born 392 years after the painting was created. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albrecht_D%C3%BCrer

The Man Who Cracked Nazi Code | Alan Turing Dies of Poisoning Aug 21, 2022

An eccentric man was found dead in his home in 1954. The culprit? Possibly an apple dipped in cyanide poison. The victim? One of the greatest WWll heroes who was responsible for cracking Nazi code. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Turing

The Boys of St. Mary’s Industrial Reform School | Legends Never Die Aug 20, 2022

Who could've known that a halfway house for juvenile delinquents would be filled with such talent as it was in the early 1900s? Little Asa, George, and Bill would go on to become some of the most loved cultural icons in American history. Who exactly were they? Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardinal_Gibbons_School_(Baltimore,_Maryland)

The Ghostly Guide of Swindler’s Past | A.J. Shotwell’s Quest for Copper and Fame Aug 19, 2022

What would you do to gain riches beyond your wildest dreams? A.J. Shotwell was willing to do just about anything, including consulting a psychic medium for guidance from the spirit realm. When the ghost of an Egyptian princess named Little Bright Eyes channeled through the psychic, she told A.J. exactly where his riches would be found. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Cornelia_mine#:~:text=The%20New%20Cornelia%20mine%20is,serve%20the%20New%20Cornelia%20mines.

Ex-prisoner Finds Peace in Plant Rehab | Aisin Gioro Puyi Aug 18, 2022

Who doesn't love being surrounded by greenery? For many, gardening is a form of therapy because in caring for the plants, we learn to care for ourselves. Could botany be a form of rehabilitation for ex prisoners? For this prisoner, it made all the difference. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
http://content.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,2054364,00.html

History Isn’t Wright About America’s First Flight | Augustus Moore Herring Aug 17, 2022

It's a bird! It's a Superman! It's a...wait, that's not right. Onlookers watched in awe on October 11, 1898 as an otherworldly machine arose from the sands of Lake Michigan and flew 50 feet along Silver Beach. Think the Wright Brothers were the first to touch the sky? Think again. Tune in to learn the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augustus_Moore_Herring#:~:text=On%20October%2010%2C%201898%2C%20Herring,Joseph%2C%20Michigan.

Reading Saves Lives | How Agatha Christie Solved a Real Life Mystery Aug 16, 2022

The clock was ticking as an unknown illness rapidly depleted a young girl's health and doctors were scrambling to find answers, but to no avail. An assisting nurse couldn't put her finger on why everything about the girl's condition seemed so familiar. Then everything clicked. The nurse recognized the patient's symptoms as same symptoms of a fictional character poisoned with thallium in an Agatha Christie novel. Christie's description was so well written that it helped save the girl's life. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agatha_Christie

A Nation Distracted by Immigration Debates | The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 Aug 15, 2022

The topic of immigration is nothing new in America. In the nation's infancy, groups like The Order of the Star Spangled Banner were popping up left and right to lobby for the removal of immigrants from the United States. Debates over who should stay or who should go distracted the nation, forgetting about one group entirely. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Citizenship_Act

Trust a Mother's Instincts | Alan Alda a.k.a. Hawkeye Aug 14, 2022

You would never know that the M*A*S*H star was destined for life in a wheelchair. He walks and dances around on the big screen with ease but history tells a different story. Nearly escaping the fate of polio, Alan's mother acted swiftly to save her son's precious mobility. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Alda

Where Time Stands Still Under the Sun | Amargosa Opera House Aug 13, 2022

A historic building sat abandoned in the middle of the desert for years, swallowed by the scorch of the Death Valley sun. What once was a small mining town's cafe and hotel was rediscovered for it's architectural beauty in the '60s. The building now stands as the opera house of the desert. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amargosa_Opera_House_and_Hotel

The Simply Irresistible Musician With a Cult Following | Albert Schweitzer Aug 12, 2022

What would you sacrifice to meet your idol? One musician in particular had a sort of natural magnetism about him that enticed crazed fans from across the globe. His charisma was enough to convince obsessed women to give up all they had in hopes of winning his affection. Cult leader, genius piano player, or radical sex symbol? Tune in to the rest of the story to find out.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Schweitzer

The Singing Competition Nobody Wanted | American Idol Aug 11, 2022

American Idol wasn't an instant success. In fact, every television network turned the pitch down time and time again. The show's creators were told to source their own funding and maybe then they'd get a shot on the screen. Down on their luck and without a sponsor in sight, a surprising phone call forever altered television history. Tune in for the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Idol

Incoming! Watch Out For... Paper Cuts? | Rocket Mail Aug 10, 2022

On a dark June night in 1959, an ally submarine silently propelled toward the coast of the United States. Suddenly a missile shot out of the water and with great speed, hurdled toward a very specific American target. Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocket_mail

How One Dog’s Affection Changed This Author’s Life | Albert Payson Terhune Aug 09, 2022

You know that feeling when a normally avoidant dog inexplicably gives you love and affection? This is arguably one of the best feelings in the world, especially when you know that dog is infamous for ignoring everyone else in the room. Such an event inspired the story behind one of America's bestselling novels of an adventurous collie named Lad. Tune in for the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lad,_A_Dog

How to Escape the World’s Most Secure Prison | Alcatraz Aug 08, 2022

Is any prison truly inescapable? Alcatraz Island, a.k.a. The Rock, was once thought of as the most secure prison in the world. If any prisoner dared a risky escape from the concrete monstrosity, they would surely be met with icy cold shark-infested waters. Even with this threat of a painful death, many prisoners still tried to break free. Were any successful? Tune in for the rest of the story. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcatraz_Island

What Really Happened to Amelia Earhart? | One Man's Theory Aug 07, 2022

Plummeting to the water below, a pilot and her navigator wreck their failing plane at sea. The helpless pair would soon be captured, interrogated, and killed by the Japanese, believing them to be international spies. This is just one of the many theories of Amelia Earhart's infamous disappearance. What do you think really happened?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amelia_Earhart

A Conscientious Objector Turned War Hero | Alvin York Aug 06, 2022

Alvin York wanted nothing to do with WWI and was denied time and time again in his efforts to become a conscientious objector. Finally resigning to the battle call, York became one of the most decorated US Army soldiers in WWI for his many heroic acts. Tune in to learn the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alvin_York

Gangster Soup - Feeding the Jobless | Al Capone, Mr. Good Deed Aug 05, 2022

When the world was in turmoil, the Great Depression affected all but a select few. One of which was the proud owner of a soup kitchen, serving thousands of free hot meals every day. The identity of the mysterious man behind the soup kitchen operation was a hot topic for the public, as they wanted to know just who was feeding the workless masses. This heartwarming story might just surprise you!
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/624954/al-capones-soup-kitchen

Discovering Gammaland | the Hunt for a Mysterious Realm Aug 04, 2022

On an expedition for the elusive Gammaland, two Russian ships became lost at sea in a dense fog. Separated, one ship eventually landed somewhere completely foreign. The crew encountered strange beasts both of the land and the sea and were astounded by towering rocky mountains. Was this the haunting Gammaland the sailors had heard so much about? Or was it something completely different? Tune in to hear the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vitus_Bering

10,000 Year Old Woman Found Hiding in a Cave in Brazil | Luzia Aug 03, 2022

The skull of a woman was found in a cave in Brazil, leading researchers to believe it was that of an ancient world traveler. Tune in to hear what archaeologists believed to be the Luzia Woman's origin. Today's DNA testing tells a much different story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luzia_Woman

This 78 Year Old Runner Won the Race Against Cancer | Alta Truex Aug 02, 2022

Lovingly regarded as athletic dynamite, Alta Truex was a running champion until she received news that cancer had taken over her body. Post op, she found comfort in running even though she was advised not to push herself too hard. When she was fit enough to run again, winning was all she could do. Tune in to hear the rest of the story!

The Slave Storyteller - Fact or Fiction? | Aesop's Fables Never Existed Aug 01, 2022

What would you do to gain freedom? The story of Aesop goes that he was a slave skilled at storytelling, a skill that would eventually earn him his freedom. But are Aesop's stories true? Or was it all a lie transcending generations? History isn't always as it seems.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aesop%27s_Fables

The Inspiration Behind Hawaii's Beloved Song | Queen Liliʻuokalani Jul 31, 2022

People watching is fun, isn't it? You never know what you might see or who else might be watching. When young Liliʻuokalani witnessed a tearfully sweet goodbye between a man and woman, she was inspired to write one of the world's most meaningful songs. Tune in to hear just how Aloha 'Oe came to be.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloha_%CA%BBOe

Lost at Sea Causes One to Be...creative | the Unexpected Oars of Howard Blackburn Jul 30, 2022

Lost at sea and caught in a relentless blizzard, Howard Blackburn nearly froze to death rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. Every drop of icy water caused his hands to freeze to the oars, slowly chipping away at his flesh with every row. Knowing he couldn't fall asleep or else he would freeze to death, Howard journeyed on. Did he ever make it to safety? Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://nshof.org/nominees/blackburn-howard/

The World's Most Obscene Book! Alan Cranston's translates Mein Kampf | Adolf Hitler Jul 29, 2022

The world's most obscene book was translated into English by American journalist, Alan Cranston. When traveling in Europe, Cranston found this book to be quite controversial and peculiar. Translating it into English would soon result in the lawsuit of the century.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Cranston

Afraid to Fly | Forced to Parachute Jul 28, 2022

Are you afraid of flying? How about parachuting? Buckle in for the adventure of a lifetime! Today's subjects went for a leisure flight, only to be met with their greatest fear. Tune in to the full episode to hear the rest of the story.
https://www.nytimes.com/1990/06/01/us/promotion-that-crashed-and-burned.html

Voice and Singer for Snow White | Adriana Caselotti Jul 27, 2022

How do you think the voice of Disney's original Snow White was cast? An unconventional phone call changed the life of 18-year-old Adriana Caselotti forever, making her synonymous with Disney's classic tale. Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adriana_Caselotti

Leonardo DaVinci's parachute design from 1485 | Adrian Nicholas Jul 26, 2022

One of Britain's top skydivers set out to test Leonardo DaVinci's original parachute design. Crowds watched in terror as Adrian Nicholas plummeted out of the sky. Would the experiment be a success? Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adrian_Nicholas

The Final Assassination Plot | Abraham Lincoln Jul 25, 2022

Did you know that the murder of Abraham Lincoln wasn't the first assassination attempt against him? In this episode, you'll hear of the fateful night that changed the course of human history forever.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baltimore_Plot

He Did His Duty Until His Last Dying Breath | the Lone Soldier of the Desert Jul 24, 2022

A lonely grave sits in the desert sand, home to an uncommon soldier. This soldier died serving his country, never once abandoning his post even when his leg was injured in an enemy attack. Who was this brave soldier? Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulf_War#Operation_Desert_Shield

How a Near Fatal Accident Created a Sculpting Genius | Alonzo Clemons Jul 23, 2022

Alonzo suffered a major head injury at a young age, leaving him just six years old mentally for the rest of his life. His mother feared he would never be able to create a life for himself, but young Alonzo found respite in sculpting animals out of clay. Becoming world famous for his work, Alonzo doesn't let anything get in the way of his creative genius.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonzo_Clemons

Saxophone Inventor, a tale of murder... hold on to your Sax | Adolphe Sax Jul 22, 2022

Adolphe Sax was a musical instrument inventor with enemies all across Europe. Their hatred for his musical genius festered so deeply until they plotted to murder Adolphe under the guise of a friendly concert invitation. Why were they planning to kill him? Tune in to hear the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adolphe_Sax

Abandoned Blind Racoon | Inspires Family Compassion Jul 21, 2022

Who would've thought a blind raccoon could ignite a revolution of kindness and compassion? This lucky family learned to teach animals with gentleness and respect after taking in an abandoned baby raccoon their son found in the woods. Little did they know this small creature would affect their lives for the better.

Fired first Union shot in Civil War | Abner Doubleday Jul 20, 2022

Who fired the first shot of the Civil War? We may never truly know what Confederate soldier pulled the trigger, however we know without a doubt who fired back from the Union. No one could have predicted it was the start of America's deadliest war.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Fort_Sumter

Barefoot Olympic runner Abebe Bikila | Ethiopian who won 1960 Olympics marathon Jul 19, 2022

From catching pheasants for dinner to running for Ethiopia in the Olympics, Abebe Bikila will forever be known as one of the world's best runners. Regardless of his running form, Abebe's stamina was unmatched. The 28 year old soldier set the world's fastest marathon ever up until that point and will go down in history as a beloved underdog hero.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abebe_Bikila

Abused Girl Now Heads Mental Hospital | Conquering Mental Health Jul 18, 2022

When asked what her toughest case was as the head of a mental health institution, Marie Balter tells the story of a teenage girl who was greatly abused and misdiagnosed with schizophrenia. Being the toughest case of Marie's career, it was a landmark in mental health advancements. Who exactly was this young girl? Tune in to hear the rest of the story - the answer just might surprise you.
https://www.danversstatehospital.org/marie-balter

Down and out Priest who founded Emmaus | Abbe Pierre Jul 15, 2022

When our spiritual examples fail us, where do we turn for comfort? A Paris priest at his rope's end was called to a suicidal man's bedside to convince him to live. It was a surprise to everyone that the priest couldn't help the man because he himself was also struggling mentally. It was at this moment that the priest realized he had a mission to help others needier than him and the Emmaus organization was born.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abb%C3%A9_Pierre

Deadly Dueling Divorce Case | Aaron Burr Jul 14, 2022

A deadly duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton left Burr victorious and politically exiled. Years later, he would have to face the son of his deceased opponent in court, as Alexander Hamilton Jr. was the attorney representing Burr's wife in a vicious divorce. You don't want to miss the rest of the story!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aaron_Burr

First performed Abdominal Surgery in 1809 | Ovarian Tumor Jul 13, 2022

Dread swept over Danville, Kentucky as news of a possible murderer took to the streets. A mob gathered outside a house where Ephraim McDowell waited to perform abdominal surgery for the first surgical removal of an ovarian tumor. Was he successful and did his patient survive? Tune in to find out the rest of the story.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ephraim_McDowell

Making Renovation improvements to the White House | Abigail Fillmore Jul 12, 2022

When moving to her husband's dream home turned into a living nightmare, Abigail Fillmore made the necessary yet radical changes needed to be the face of a modern nation. Even though people mocked her ideas, the renovations to this historical home are still celebrated today. We have Abby to thank for the White House's first library. https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/first-families/abigail-powers-fillmore/

Abortion | Legalized in USA in the 19th Century Jul 11, 2022

The topic of abortion isn't some new fad you hear about on the news. In an older society, this procedure was widely practiced, normalized, and protected under common law up until the quickening, or first fetal movements. What society this was might just surprise you. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abortion_in_the_United_States#:~:text=In%201900%2C%20abortion%20was%20normally,however%2C%20and%20became%20increasingly%20available.

Never Left the Nest | Flying the North Pole with Admiral Richard Byrd Jul 11, 2022

Who was the first person to fly over the North Pole and why is their claim to fame so controversial? Something seemed off to navigators who first heard of Byrd's monumental flight over uncharted territory. Tune in to find out what really happened on that fateful May day in 1926. https://byrd.osu.edu/node/3114

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