Our American Stories

On this episode of Our American Stories , Dr. Larry Arnn , President of Hillsdale College, tells the story of our fourth President, the main hailed as the "Father of the Constitution" for his pivotal role in drafting and promoting the Constitution of the United States and the Bill of Rights.  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstor...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Vince Benedetto , founder of Bold Gold Media Group, tells the story of the Cooper Union address-the greatest speech of Lincoln's that Americans have never heard, and the speech that made him President. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Alina Morse is the youngest person ever to be featured on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine. As CEO of Zolli Candy , she has created a delicious candy that actually cleans your teeth! Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories , Dr. Jerry Bergman’s here to tell us the story of a teenage boy who became interested in snow. On January 15, 1885, at 20-years of age, he became the first person in the world to photograph a snowflake. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

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. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)...

On this episode of Our American Stories , the Salvation Army's Christmas Red Kettle has been an American icon for 125 years. But for many Americans, this is all they know about the Salvation Army… until now. We’d like to thank the folks at Vision Video for giving us access to their wonderful documentary, Our People: The Story of William and Catherine Booth. Support the show (https://www.ouramerica...

On this episode of Our American Stories , you are about to hear the miraculous story from one of our own here at Our American Stories. Bryan Dawson went from being your local suburban high school football player to being considered such a nefarious and menacing fugitive that the world-famous bounty hunter Duane "Dog" Chapman refused to pursue him. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.c...

On this episode of Our American Stories , it’s time for another one of Roger McGrath’s “Hollywood Goes To War” stories. So far we’ve heard the stories of Clark Gable , Jimmy Stewart , and Tyrone Power . Today McGrath will be treating us to the story of Hollywood’s strapping, steely-eyed, leading man, Wayne Morris . Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: ht...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Winston Churchill is the only Englishman to be honored by having a United States Navy Ship named after him. He was also half American via his mother's side. English historian Andrew Roberts , author of  Churchill: Walking With Destiny , tells the story of this remarkable leader. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the sho...

On this episode of Our American Stories , one of the most successful blackjack teams in America is made up entirely of Christians. Here to tell the story are two of the winningest players, Colin Jones , founder of BlackJackApprenticeship.com, and the player dubbed “the most notorious card counter in America,” David Drury . Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Jeff Shaw shares his story of being lost in his career path, becoming a police officer, and the years of emotions that come along with it.  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories , Saje Hellstern was the fastest on his cross-country team and always finished in the top. After a tumor was found in his brain, he endured over a year of radiation and chemo. But, that didn't stop him from running and finishing his races. Here to share his story is his stepfather, Roger . Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Suppor...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Albert E. Brumley is recognized as one of the most important Gospel music composers of all time. Writing over 800 songs, including "I'll Fly Away" and "Turn Your Radio On", and with countless awards to his name, he truly is an American music icon. But how did this son of Oklahoma sharecroppers end up where he did? Here to tell the story is Betsy and Elaine...

On this episode of Our American Stories , following the Charles Manson murders, Manson's lead henchman, Tex Watson , stayed in Los Angeles for almost two months before fleeing to Texas where he was arrested. But it’s those two months following the Manson murders, where this story from our listener ( Patty Kingsbaker ) picks up. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Jimmy Neary was an Irish immigrant who boarded a ship to America in the 1950s and went on to open a namesake restaurant in Manhattan that has for more than a half century been a famed canteen in the heart of New York City. Here to tell his story is Jimmy’s daughter, Una .  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: htt...

On this episode of Our American Stories , on September 11th, 2001, more people were evacuated from Lower Manhattan than Dunkirk, and all thanks to FDNY fireboats, tugboats, and pleasure boats. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories , Vaughn Lohec’s sister, Lauren , was on United Flight 93 on September 11, 2001. Vaughn shares about her sister’s life and the ways in which her family has dealt with the events of that day. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

On this episode of Our American Stories , many of us know the story of Flight 93 because of the heroic actions of the people in the airplane. But do we know the stories of those who responded to it on the ground? ATC controlman Dennis Fritz and Christian Boyd , a paramedic and volunteer firefighter share the story of what they saw in and around Shanksville. Support the show (https://www.ouramerica...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Linda Shepley reflects on the heroics that took place on United Flight 93 on September 11, 2001. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories , we hear about 9/11 firefighter Niels Jorgensen and billionaire David Koch, and the tragedies that brought them together. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories , Ash was still rising from Jocelyn Green’s yard as she mowed a week after 9/11. Her house was mere miles from the Pentagon. She felt the attacks and experienced the fallout from them first hand. For our 9/11 Special, Jocelyn tells us about how she learned to live after the events of that day. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Su...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Manny Singh , President of Koch Membrane Systems, had a childhood that shaped how he sees water. Then he joined a company that has reshaped how he sees innovation. He's not afraid to literally get dirty and strives to see how waste can create value. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstorie...

On this episode of Our American Stories , while lost battles can sometimes be devastating, this Civil War loss actually helped give the Union just enough time to prepare for what could have been an even more disastrous defeat.  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

On this episode of Our American Stories , our regular contributor Brent Timmons tells the story of his grandfather. An everyday man who made the most out of his farm in Delaware...but not in the way that you'd expect. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) S...