Our American Stories

On this episode of Our American Stories , Joy Neal Kidney shares the story of her old upright piano that was passed down to her from her mother. Harlow Giles Unger , New York Times bestselling author of twenty-eight books, tells us how Dr. Benjamin Rush is known as the Father of Psychiatry, the Army Medical Corps, Veterinary Care, and biblically-taught Public Schools. Support the show (https://www...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Andrew Thompson shares another slice from his ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language. Marilyn Komechak , author of Deborah Sampson: The Girl Who Went to War,  tells us the story of Deborah Sampson and how she became a hero of the American Revolution when she disguised herself as a man and joined the Patri...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Christopher Klein tells the story of how Mark Twain and Ulysses S. Grant, the former president and Civil War hero, raced to complete a literary masterpiece that saved his wife from destitution. Donald Sturm tells the story of how his parents did everything they could to support him and lead him to achieve the American Dream. Madysen Acey’s life took...

On this episode of Our American Stories ,   Jeanne Bishop tells us the story of the brutal murders of her beloved family member and how a change of heart changed her life and so many others. John O'Neil , Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the  National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force , tells us how Lt. Bill Owen's crew managed to become the first B-17 crew to drop bombs in the h...

On this episode of Our American Stories , we commemorate Mother's Day by hearing stories about women who exemplify what it truly means to be a mother. Roger Latham shares a poem written by his mother, read by his daughter, Candy .  Stephen Rusniak shares the thoughtful way he found to celebrate his mom on his birthday. Tiffany Jenkins , wife and mother of three, shares with us her memoir: Hig...

On this episode of Our American Stories , author Winter Prosapio shares a story from motherhood. Alan Brown shares with us how his mother became pregnant with him at 15 after a terrible assault, yet despite the circumstances, and the poverty Alan lived through for most of his childhood, his mother did everything to make sure he was raised right. Andrea Ludden , daughter of the original collector o...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Nancy 3 Hoffman , the owner and curator of the world's only Umbrella Cover Museum in Peak's Island, Maine shares the story of how she came to open such a specific museum, what her museum is like, and most importantly, how her museum has taught her to find joy in the most mundane aspects of life. James Swanson , the NYT Bestseller of  Manhunt: The 12-D...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Tim Hennessy tells us how his life was changed by what he chose to do with his deteriorating health issue. Hoat Hoang tells the story of escaping South Vietnam from the North Vietnamese communists who ambushed his village and his journey to becoming a surgeon in the U.S. Andrew Millard tells us how Loma Linda University Health  has sought to not see p...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Taylor Dooley  shares the story of when she played the role of Lavagirl and how now 15 years later, she has returned to acting to play the same role in the Netflix Film  We Can Be Heroes;  Institute for Justice lawyer Wesley Hottot tells the story of Ash Patel's nearly six-year long legal battle stemming from the Texas Board of Cos...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Jackson McQuigg  of the Atlanta History Center  tells the story of the principle pursuit locomotive of the Great Railroad Chase...but the story goes much deeper than just that. Bill Bryk tells the story of America's first practical politician, Aaron Burr, in a tale of skill, bravery, honor, deception, and memory Support the show (https://www...

On this episode of Our American Stories , SR-71 Blackbird pilot, Bryan Shall , explains how much fun you can have when you're the fastest plane in the sky. Cathy Cooley shares the story of how her late son, Christopher , led his family to faith and the founding of their organization: The Christopher Foundation . Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show:...

On this episode of Our American Stories , the History Guy tells us the story of “The Great Vowel Shift” and the making of modern English. Andrea Ludden owner of the Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, right below the Great Smoky Mountains shares the story of how this amazing collection came to be a museum. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/do...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Kent Nerburn , author of Letters to My Son: A Father's Wisdom on Manhood, Life, and Love tells the story of how one friend changed his life forever by simply telling him to be sociable. Betsy and Elaine, the granddaughters of one of the most important Gospel music composers of all time, Albert E. Brumley , tell us how he came to write over 800 songs,...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Dennis Peterson shares the story of his maternal grandmother's hands which revealed a lot about her. Audie Murphy's story is one of the quintessential American stories; yet, chances are, many Americans have never even heard of his name.  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstorie...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Stephen Rusiniak shares a story about a devastating flash flood that severely damaged his Church and then the surprising response from the community. Jason Wolfe's father left his family at the age of 6 and here he is to tell the story of figuring out how to be the father he didn't have. Listener Brent Timmons tells the story of a lesson in parenting he le...

On this episode of Our American Stories , the story of how President Abraham Lincoln used a telegraph to secure the win of the Civil War. Larry Reed , President Emeritus of FEE, tells the harrowing story of a dark time in American history for our "Rule of Law" series. Our regular contributor from Delaware, Brent Timmons , shares the story of spending time with his Uncle Bud in his last days. Regul...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Colin Bettles shares how he found his passion for wings in upstate New York and took it with him all the way to Sydney, Australia...even attempting to sell them in his fish and chip shop. Homer Plessy's descendant, Keith Plessy , tells us the story of the Plessy v. Ferguson case, as well as what he and Judge Ferguson's descendant are doing about it no...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Joy Neal Kidney , our regular contributor and recipient of our 'Great American Storyteller Award' tells the story of what her family ate during the Great Depression years. Mesquite Police Officer Richard Houston is eulogized by Police Chief David Gill and his daughter, Shelby . Christopher Klein tells the story of the former president and Civil War hero, U...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Don Arthurs and Erich Offenburg tell the story of their special needs program that won Columbiana the title of "Nicest Place in America. Ryan Stewart struggled with addiction for most of his early life... until meeting people who would help him and want nothing in return. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Time Codes: 00:00...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Greg Hengler tells us how time zones came to America. Dennis Peterson shares memories of his Appalachian storytelling grandfather. Steve Stoliar tells us how he met not one but two of Hollywood’s greatest dance legends while working for Dick Cavett . Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Time Codes: 00:00 - Invention of...

On this episode of Our American Stories , teacher, organist, choir director, and World War II history buff Anne Clare , tells the story of how World War II impacted a small Navy town on the West Coast. Wendy Steele shares how she could have never imagined that an idea for her community of Cincinnati... would have snowballed into 65 chapters across the world and over $80 million donated. Support th...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Ken Scar tells us how he decided to join the army during the War on Terror and how he left with an appreciation for life and the art of photography. Riley Evans , sports writer and CEO of RealPodcasting.com, tells us the real  story about professional wrestling.  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Time Codes: 00:0...

On this episode of Our American Stories , The  History Guy tells us about the 16th President’s son, Robert Todd Lincoln . Joshua Texidor shares how it takes some time to find what we enjoy AND what we're good at. John Collins tells us how he achieved the Guinness world record for the farthest flight by a paper aircraft at 226 feet and 10 inches. Support the show (https://www.ouramerican...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Marisa Sergi tells the story of how she pitched her "RedHead" Wine that is now in over 150 Walmart stores! Listener and Contributor, Katrina Hine , shares a personal story from one of her first jobs out of high school entitled “Cow Patty“. Long time listener, Paul Bauer from Minneapolis, MN., tells us why he sows quilts. Support the show (https...

On this episode of Our American Stories , Daryn Glassbrook of the Mobile Medical Museum tells the story of the iron lung, a device used to keep people with advanced polio alive in the first half of the 20th century. New York Times bestselling author, Harlow Giles Unger , of twenty-eight books including Dr. Benjamin Rush: The Founding Father Who Healed a Wounded Nation tells us how Dr. Benjamin Rus...