American Fight Stories with Dabar

The podcast episode 'American Fight Stories with Debar' features the Manuel family, who share their heart-wrenching experiences of losing several family members under tragic and suspicious circumstances. Hosts and guests discuss the disappearance of Carl Manuel, a beloved elderly family member, and subsequent tragedies involving other family members. Despite substantial efforts, no justice...

On this episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , host Melissa Dabar sits down with Buster Harris to explore his powerful journey of resilience and renewal. From leaving the school band and navigating a difficult divorce to finding purpose as a teacher, Buster shares the challenges of guiding kids through tough circumstances while balancing his own struggles. Together, they discuss the import...

On this episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , host Melissa Dabar sits down with 9-year-old sensation Alaynna Doty. Alaynna went viral after her unforgettable karaoke performance of Project Pat’s “Chickenhead” at Crazy Cactus in Olive Branch, racking up over 5.5 million views on TikTok. Melissa talks with Alaynna about her love for music, the moment that made her internet famous, and what’...

On this episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , Melissa sits down with Marshall Sanders—an active law enforcement officer, military police veteran, and is the owner of Executive Protection Agency. Marshall shares his powerful journey from growing up surrounded by violence to dedicating his life to protecting others. He opens up about his passion for self-defense and active shooter training,...

In this powerful episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , host Melissa Dabar sits down with Sonya Jackson to share her emotional and inspiring journey of battling glioblastoma—an aggressive form of brain cancer. Sonya recounts how she first discovered the tumor and the life-changing road that followed. With unshakable faith in God, a supportive family rallying around her, and an unwavering s...

On this powerful episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , host Melissa Dabar sits down with Jenny Dell, a domestic abuse survivor with an inspiring journey of healing and hope. Melissa first met Jenny at the House of Grace, a shelter for women in North Mississippi, where Jenny found refuge during one of the darkest seasons of her life. Jenny courageously shares her story of surviving severe...

On this powerful episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , host Melissa Dabar sits down with David and Sierra Brannan—an inspiring couple rooted in faith, family, and fearless leadership. David shares insight into his work with One Way or Another Consulting, a private security and protection firm tackling real threats in Memphis and beyond. Sierra opens up about the beauty and purpose she’s f...

On this episode of American Fight Stories with Dabar , host Melissa Dabar sits down with retired veteran Kenny McMinn for a powerful and candid conversation. Kenny opens up about the recent loss of sight in his left eye and the mental health challenges that followed. The two share stories from their past, reflect on resilience, and emphasize the critical importance of men taking their mental healt...

In this episode the feature guest is Lorine Cady, A faithful, servant leader who impacted critical change in the formative years of Southaven while serving in many capacities leading to the incorporation of the city in 1980. Served seven terms on the Board of Aldermen from 1985-2013 playing a key role in the monumental growth of the city and the expansion of services to citizens. Founded the House...

Welcome to American Fight Stories, where real stories of survival, resilience, and transformation come to life. Hosted by Melissa Dabar, a Christian, lawyer, and registered nurse with a deep passion for uncovering the power of testimony, this podcast is designed to educate, inspire, and connect. Through raw, heartfelt conversations, we dive into the "hows" and "whys" behind peo...