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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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9:59

The Letter Washington Wrote to a Hebrew Congregation...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/11

On this episode of Our American Stories, Vince Benedetto of Bold Gold Media Group shares the remarkable story of George Washington's letter to a Hebrew congregation in Newport, Rhode Island that laid the groundwork for religious liberty in America. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

The Story of The Horse Racing Buffalo: Harvey Wallbanger

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/11

On this episode of Our American Stories, have you ever seen a buffalo race horses and win? Harvey Wallbanger did—and on real racetracks against real racehorses. Francie Berg ofBuffalo Tales and Trailstells this remarkable...and wacky story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:49

I Admit it, I Sew Quilts

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/10

On this episode of Our American Stories, our next story comes to us from a listener, Paul Bauer—a regular contributor out of the Great White North, Minneapolis, MN. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:28

"My Mother Worked Miracles During the Holocaust"

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/10

On this episode of Our American Stories, the late Judah Samet tells the harrowing story of how he and his family managed to survive the Holocaust. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

When "Neutral" America Occupied "Neutral" Iceland...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/10

On this episode of Our American Stories, Iceland's strategic location made it difficult to remain neutral during World War II. Here’s the History Guy with the story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:16

Why Does Fighting Exist in Hockey: The Story of...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/10

On this episode of Our American Stories, as mysterious as it is sacred, the Code is an unwritten set of rules—the Bible of hockey sportsmanship, if you will—that has been handed down from generation to generation. Ross Bernstein, author ofThe Code: The Unwritten Rules of Fighting and Retaliation in the NHL, spent two years researching this story and is here to share it with you. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:17

Truth Wins: The Story of Lance Armstrong’s Former...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/07

On this episode of Our American Stories, former Olympic gold medalist Tyler Hamilton rocked the world of professional cycling—and exposed the doping culture surrounding the sport and its most iconic rider, Lance Armstrong. As one of the world’s top-ranked cyclists—and a member of Lance Armstrong’s inner circle, Hamilton has quite an amazing story and is here to share it with us. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for

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7:59

“In a Nutshell & In the Doghouse” and the Wonderful...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/07

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. The book isHair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:18

She Thought Her Father Was Dead—Until a Shocking...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/07

On this episode of Our American Stories, it wasn't until Karen Olson's school held a father-daughter dance that the question entered her mind: "Wait, who is my dad?" After asking her mother, she told her he had died before she could meet him. But years later, after a chance encounter, she found that wasn't true. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:59

Titanic Thompson: The Greatest Cheat of All Time

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/07

On this episode of Our American Stories, Titanic Thompson led a wild life, always chasing the next big score, including cheating the infamous mobster Al Capone. Here’s "The History Guy" with the story o Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

The Most Famous Prayer of The American Revolution

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/07

On this episode of Our American Stories, fear, and determination, filled the room as delegates to the first Continental Congress besought God for a speedy peace, the flourishing of justice and truth, and above all things, wisdom. Here to tell the story is Robert Morgan, the author of100 Bible Verses That Made America: Defining Moments That Shaped Our Enduring Foundation of Faith. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:49

Asbestos: The Story of the Mineral That Used to Be in...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, today we know asbestos to be a health hazard. But the natural mineral was not simply an artifact of the industrial age. Here’s the History Guy telling the story of asbestos. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:59

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

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/06

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. The book isHair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

The Founding Fathers Said, No Bible—No America: 100...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, if you want to know about the history of America, you must understand the role that the Bible played in shaping our country. Our Founding Fathers—both Christian and non-Christian—were heavily influenced by the Bible. Here to share another story is Robert Morgan, author of100 Bible Verses That Made America. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:16

A Story of Excellence: Horst Schulze and The Founding...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, a legend in the hotel world, Horst Schulze reshaped how service and hospitality are defined in business—standards that have become world famous. Throughout the years he worked for both Hilton Hotels and Hyatt Hotels Corporation before becoming one of the founding members of the luxury hotel chain, The Ritz Carlton in 1983. Here's Horst with his story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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30:17

Founding Father Benjamin Rush: Father of Psychiatry,...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, Dr. Benjamin Rush is America’s Forgotten Founding Father; perhaps because many historians don’t know what to do about his outspoken faith. Rush was the one who encouraged Thomas Paine to write “Common Sense,” which fueled the American Revolution. Here's Harlow Giles Unger presenting a book talk at the Library of Congress on the man. Unger is a New York Times bestselling author of twenty-eight books includingDr. Benjamin Rush: The

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7:59

From Tragedy to a Classic Christmas Carol: The Story...

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, the song has been recorded by Harry Belafonte, Johnny Cash, Andy Williams, Johnny Marks, and Frank Sinatra, to name a few. Here to tell the story is Robert Morgan, author of 100 Bible Verses That Made America: Defining Moments That Shaped Our Enduring Foundation of Faith. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:49

1776: Our Colony and Britain (w/ David McCullough)

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, King George III was not "the mad king who lost the colonies," says renowned historian David McCullough. "He was a king and did lose the most prosperous land on Earth just as the British Empire was building up steam.". Here's the late great McCullough with the story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:29

Eli Whitney and His Fake Interchangeable Gun Parts Demo

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, when Apple founder Steve Jobs unveiled the first iPhone to the public in 2007, he used multiple iPhones. If one crashed or had another issue, he secretly swapped it for another one. He had to show off a specific set of functions in a certain order, called the “golden path.” But way back in 1801, another young inventor named Eli Whitney–already known for his invention of the cotton gin in 1794–seized an opportunity to try to make his

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17:58

My Father Was Friends with Castro...Until He Wasn't

Our American Stories ·

2025/03/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Gonzalez tells this story of his family escaping the clutches of Castro's communist dictatorship. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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