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Our American Stories

Our American Stories tells stories that aren’t being told. Positive stories about generosity and courage, resilience and redemption, faith and love. Stories about the past and present. And stories about ordinary Americans who do extraordinary things each and every day. Stories from our listeners about their lives. And their history. In that pursuit, we hope we’ll be a place where listeners can refresh their spirit, and be inspired by our stories.

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17:58

Whiskey Is In Their Blood

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/25

On this episode of Our American Stories, The Old Dominick Distillery story begins in 1859 with an Italian immigrant and a fruit cart in Memphis. Generations later, Alex Castle made history as the first female head distiller in Tennessee since Prohibition. Together, their legacy shaped Old Dominick into a landmark of Tennessee whiskey and a symbol of tradition and innovation in American distilling. Here's Alex with the story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See

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38:17

How Sneakers Became an American Icon

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/24

On this episode of Our American Stories, sneakers may seem like simple shoes, but their story is tied to the growth of modern America. Nicholas Smith, author of Kicks: The Great American Story of Sneakers, shares how these once-humble athletic shoes became a defining part of our culture. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:49

How Blockbuster Nearly Beat Netflix and Changed...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/24

On this episode of Our American Stories, Blockbuster was once the king of video rental stores, with thousands of locations across the world. At its peak, the company even had the chance to buy Netflix. Former Blockbuster CEO Jim Keyes tells the story of how close the company came to surviving, and why it ultimately became a case study in missed opportunities. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:29

Winston Churchill on Success, Failure, and the Role...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/24

On this episode of Our American Stories, Winston Churchill is remembered for his leadership during World War II, but his views on education reveal a different side of the man. Dr. Larry Arnn, President of Hillsdale College and a Churchill scholar, shares how Churchill’s schooling shaped his belief that education is about more than facts and rather preparing people to face both success and failure. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for

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9:59

Cat Got Your Tongue? and the Wonderful Origins of...

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2025/09/24

On this episode of Our American Stories, Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language, this time diving into how the phrase "cat got your tongue" came to be. His book,Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressionsand Fun Phrases, is a must-read. Be sure to check it out! Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

The Needle in the Hand: A Grandmother’s Story That...

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2025/09/24

On this episode of Our American Stories, some family stories fade with time, but others are told again and again until they become part of the fabric of memory. For Joy Neal Kidney’s grandmother, one such story involved an ordinary sewing needle and an extraordinary mishap. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:49

A Deputy’s Story of the Wreck That Changed His Life...

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2025/09/23

On this episode of Our American Stories, life in law enforcement is filled with long nights, constant stress, and moments that never leave you. For Richard Muniz, one of those moments came during his time as a deputy in the Conejos County Sheriff’s Department. A wreck he responded to on duty became a turning point in his career and his life, leaving him to grapple with the unseen weight of police stress and the lasting impact of trauma. His story opens a window into the realities of the police

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19:28

Searching for Birth Parents: An Adoptee’s Journey of...

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2025/09/23

On this episode of Our American Stories, Eddie Willis grew up knowing he was adopted and never questioned it until he became a father himself. The birth of his own children sparked a need to understand his origins, leading him on a journey through closed adoption records and uncertainty. What he discovered was far more surprising than he ever imagined. Eddie shares his powerful story of identity, loss, and the meaning of family. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See

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7:59

George Washington and the Christmas Attack That...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/23

On this episode of Our American Stories, on Christmas night in 1776, George Washington crossed the Delaware River and launched a daring surprise attack at Trenton that changed the course of the American Revolution. Against all odds, his army defeated the Hessian forces and revived the cause of independence when hope was at its lowest. Dr. Larry Arnn of Hillsdale College shares how Washington’s leadership turned a desperate gamble into one of the most important victories in American history

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30:18

From Invention to Revolution: The Bicycle’s American...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/23

On this episode of Our American Stories, before cars ruled the roads, the bicycle was America’s great innovation. Known in its early years as the “mechanical horse,” it gave ordinary people freedom of movement and reshaped everything from medicine to road building. Margaret Guroff, author of The Mechanical Horse: How the Bicycle Reshaped American Life, shares the story of how two wheels set a nation in motion. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See

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7:59

How B.B. King’s Guitar Lucille Got Its Legendary Name

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2025/09/23

On this episode of Our American Stories, few instruments are as iconic as B.B. King’s guitar Lucille, a Gibson ES-355 that carried the voice of the blues across the world. But the story of how Lucille got her name begins in a crowded dance hall, with a fire that nearly claimed B.B. King’s life. From that moment on, every guitar he played bore the same name, a reminder of that night and a symbol of his bond with the blues. Longtime friend Myron Johnson and Daniel de Visé, author of

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10:49

Ten Cent Beer Night: When Cheap Beer Sparked Chaos in...

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2025/09/22

On this episode of Our American Stories, on June 4, 1974, the Cleveland Indians hosted the Texas Rangers in what began as a regular MLB game and ended as one of the most infamous promotions in baseball history. Known as “Ten Cent Beer Night,” the evening promised cheap drinks to boost attendance. What followed was a riot on the field, a forfeit, and a chapter of baseball history that still stuns fans today. The History Guy recounts the unbelievable story of the night chaos replaced

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9:29

Smokin’ Ed Currie: From Carolina Reaper to Pepper X...

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2025/09/22

On this episode of Our American Stories, “Smokin’” Ed Currie is an American chili pepper breeder and the founder and president of the PuckerButt Pepper Company. He’s best known for creating the world’s hottest chili peppers—the Carolina Reaper and now Pepper X—as recognized by Guinness World Records. A former addict, Ed is now a man of strong faith. Here’s Ed sharing a story about him, his wife, and a miracle. Support the show

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17:58

The Magna Carta at Fort Knox: A Forgotten WWII Story

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2025/09/22

On this episode of Our American Stories, during World War II, U.S. leaders feared German bombers could strike American soil. To protect the nation’s most important treasures—the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, the Gettysburg Address, and the Magna Carta, Britain’s most important document, which was on loan at the time—they were secretly moved to Fort Knox. Author Steve Puleo of American Treasuresshares the remarkable story of how the documents that shaped

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38:16

The KoRn Guitarist Who Chose Faith Over Fame: Brian...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/22

On this episode of Our American Stories, Brian “Head” Welch seemed to have it all. As co-founder and guitarist of the Grammy-winning, multi-platinum band KoRn, he was at the center of the nu-metal movement—living in mansions, selling millions of records, and playing for legions of fans around the world—but it was all a lie. Beneath the fame and fortune, his life was unraveling. Addiction, emptiness, and despair left him searching for something more. In his moving testimony,

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20:18

I Came to New York City Dead: Sarah Gonzalez’s Story...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/19

On this episode of Our American Stories, Sarah Gonzalez’s childhood was filled with warmth and love until the sudden loss of her father changed everything. Overwhelmed by grief, she spiraled into drugs and other destructive escapes that left her feeling more broken than before. Years later in New York City, she reached a breaking point that marked the beginning of something new. In her own words, Sarah shares how she moved through pain and discovered a peace that gave her life back. Support

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9:59

Woodstock 1969: Peace, Music, and the Truth Behind...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/19

On this episode of Our American Stories, Woodstock 1969 has gone down in history as the festival that defined a generation. Nearly half a million people gathered on a quiet New York farm, creating what briefly became the third-largest city in the state. Fears of chaos and violence never came true; instead, it was three days of music, peace, and unexpected harmony. Author Harlan Lebo revisits Woodstock to separate myth from reality and explain why the festival remains one of the most famous music

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7:59

The Father Who Inspired Randall Wallace to Write...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/19

On this episode of Our American Stories, Before Randall Wallace wroteBraveheart, he was a son taking notes from the way his father lived. His dad never chased the spotlight, but he modeled the kind of character Wallace would later write into heroes on the screen. Looking back, Wallace traces how his father’s example gave him not only a sense of direction, but also the values that anchored his career as a storyteller. Here, he shares how one man’s life at home became the spark behind some

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7:59

The Story of J.P. Morgan: The Man Who Saved the...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/19

On this episode of Our American Stories, of all the so-called “robber barons,” J.P. Morgan ranks as one of the most maligned. After all, he was one of the most powerful men in American history. At the height of the Gilded Age, he built a financial empire that made the Morgan family a dynasty. Twice, when the federal government faced collapse, it was Morgan who stepped in to stabilize the nation. Was he a robber baron or a captain of industry? His story shows how one man’s wealth

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38:16

The True Story Behind Sue Thomas: the FBI’s First...

Our American Stories ·

2025/09/18

On this episode of Our American Stories, Sue Thomas’s life became the inspiration for the TV drama Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye, but the real story is far more powerful than anything Hollywood put on screen. Born profoundly deaf, she grew up learning to read lips and pushed past low expectations to earn a place inside the FBI. There, she became the Bureau’s first deaf agent and proved that disability could be turned into strength. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See

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