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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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20:18

Rattlesnakes and Vinegar: A Boyhood Journey to the...

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2026/02/09

On this episode of Our American Stories, Cecil Wax grew up in rural Iowa in the 1920s, when a simple errand could turn into an adventure. When his family runs out of vinegar during harvest season, young Cecil and his brother are sent on horseback to the local general store. What follows is a childhood journey filled with small dangers, hard lessons, and a moment that stayed with him for the rest of his life. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show:

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9:59

How One Man and His Hotel Put Portland on the Map

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2026/02/09

On this episode of Our American Stories, long before Portland became a destination, one businessman helped shape its future through hospitality, civic pride, and vision. Alex Adler, better known as Alex the Historian, shares the story of a logger named Simon Benson, the immigrant entrepreneur behind the iconic Benson Hotel, and explains how his investments helped put Portland on the national map. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show:

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7:59

When Horses Got Boring, Pea Ridge Started Jumping Mules

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2026/02/09

On this episode of Our American Stories, in Pea Ridge, Arkansas, horse jumping was nothing new. So locals decided to see whether a mule could do better. What began as a friendly dare among coon hunters grew into an annual mule-jumping competition that blends skill, stubbornness, and small-town pride. Locals, longtime competitors, and families who helped shape the tradition share how this unlikely sport took root and why it has endured. Support the show

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10:49

Mitch Hedberg: The Comic Once Called “The Next Jerry...

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2026/02/09

On this episode of Our American Stories, stand-up comedian Mitch Hedberg was once called “the next Jerry Seinfeld,” but his comedy was unmistakably his own. A master of the one-liner in the tradition of Henny Youngman, Hedberg built a following with surreal observations and a laid-back delivery that felt effortless. Few knew that behind the calm presence was a deep fear of performing on stage. Our own Greg Hengler shares the story of Mitch Hedberg’s life, comedy, and the legacy of

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27:27

James K. Polk and the One Term That Redrew America’s Map

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2026/02/09

On this episode of Our American Stories, America’s eleventh president, James K. Polk, served just one term and reshaped the nation more than most presidents who served two. Official Texas State Historian Monte Monroe, along with historians Rachel Helvering and Anne Claire, share the story of the disciplined and relentless president who oversaw the annexation of Texas, the settlement of the Oregon boundary, victory in the Mexican-American War, and the expansion of the United States from the

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9:59

Sunday Mornings with Big Mitch: Ep. 12

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2026/02/08

On this episode of Our American Stories, every Sunday, Our American Storieshost Lee Habeeb speaks with Mitchel “Big Mitch” Rutledge, who has spent more than forty years serving a life sentence in Alabama for killing a man. Mitch has never denied his crime or offered excuses for it. Instead, their conversations focus on what responsibility, faith, and accountability look like when lived out behind prison walls.In this episode, the discussion continues with Lee’s longtime friend Bo,

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10:49

How the Super Bowl Was Born: From Rival Leagues to a...

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, The Super Bowl wasn’t always America’s biggest event. Emmy Award–winning producer and author Dennis Deninger tells how a rejected expansion bid, the rise of the AFL, and secret merger talks led to the creation of a new championship game.From its unsold seats and modest halftime shows to its transformation into a cultural and economic juggernaut, this is the story of how the Super Bowl grew from a league experiment into America’s

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9:29

Weapons of World War II with Stephen Ambrose: Barbed...

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, historian Stephen Ambrose explains how World War II was actually fought, through the weapons that shaped the battlefield. From barbed wire and land mines to machine guns and artillery, Ambrose shows how many of the war’s most important tools were refinements of earlier designs. We'd like to thank the Ambrose Estate for allowing us to bring you this audio. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show:

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17:58

The Family That Kept “I’ll Fly Away” Alive

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, sisters Betsy and Elaine Brumley tell the story of their father, Bob, and the family legacy he carried forward from his father, gospel songwriter Albert E. Brumley, who wrote classics like “I’ll Fly Away” and “Turn Your Radio On.” From a music publishing base in Powell, Missouri, Bob kept the Brumley catalog alive through decades of change, from songbooks and live singings to film, television, and streaming. It’s the

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30:17

America’s First Great Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase of...

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, after Abraham Lincoln was assassinated, the United States launched a massive twelve-day manhunt for his killer, John Wilkes Booth. Thousands joined the pursuit as Booth fled through Maryland and Virginia, narrowly evading capture at every turn.Historian and New York Times bestselling author James L. Swanson shares the story behindManhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer, reconstructing Booth’s escape, the people who helped him, and the

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7:59

General Daniel Sickles and the Birth of the Insanity...

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Our American Stories, Civil War general and politician Daniel Sickles was one of the most notorious figures of the 19th century. His life was marked by ambition, scandal, and a murder trial that stunned the nation.After killing his wife’s lover in Washington, D.C., Sickles became the first American to successfully argue temporary insanity as a legal defense, setting a precedent that still echoes in courtrooms today. Firearms historian and regular contributor toOur American

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20:18

The Man Who Collected WWII Warplanes in His Backyard

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2026/02/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, Wally Soplata shares the story of his father, Walter, a union carpenter who quietly saved rare World War II aircraft by storing them in his own backyard. With little money but endless determination, Walter rescued fighters, bombers, and even jet aircraft that were destined for scrap.From hauling planes across state lines with a bus, to preserving a B-25 bomber that would later fly again, this is a story that could only happen in America. Wally is the author

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17:58

How a Small Washington Town Helped Win World War II

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2026/02/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, teacher and World War II history buff Anne Claire shares the story of how Bremerton became a vital center of America’s wartime buildup. Home to the Bremerton Naval Yard, the town transformed almost overnight as the nation prepared for global conflict.After Pearl Harbor, damaged battleships from the Pacific Fleet were rushed to Bremerton, where workers labored around the clock to repair and return them to combat. The story of Bremerton is a powerful

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10:49

Meeting the Mother of My Foster Child Changed My Life

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2026/02/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, Christina Dent shares how becoming a foster mother in Jackson, Mississippi challenged everything she believed about addiction, crime, and motherhood. Growing up amid violence and uncertainty, she once saw being tough on crime as the only path to safer communities.That worldview changed when a newborn entered her home and she later met his mother, a woman battling addiction but deeply devoted to her child. Through their encounters, Christina came to see

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9:29

Life Lessons From a Dairy Farm: A Cow Patty Story

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2026/02/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, listener and longtime Our American Storiescontributor Katrina Hine shares a personal story from one of her first jobs out of high school, working as a dairy hand in rural Kansas. From whistling cows in from the pasture during brutal winter weather to learning the hard way why you never put your head under a cow’s tail, her story is a reminder that some of life’s most lasting lessons come not from classrooms or corner offices, but from honest work

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The Story of America: Declaring Independence:...

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2026/02/05

On this episode of Our American Stories, war had already broken out in the American colonies, but declaring independence meant crossing a line from which there could be no return. In this episode of our ongoing Story of America Series, Hillsdale College professor and author ofLand of Hope, Bill McClay, shares the story of how the Continental Congress arrived at that momentous decision and why the Declaration of Independence became one of the most consequential documents in human history.Drawing on

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10:49

The Obituary of a Man Who Escaped Stalin and Hitler

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2026/02/04

On this episode of Our American Stories, Alex Berezow remembers his grandfather Dimitri the only way a life like this can be remembered, by telling the story. Born under Stalin, forced into Nazi labor camps as a teenager, and surviving through nerve, charm, and impossible luck, Dimitri escaped the worst regimes of the 20th century and eventually made his way to America. What follows is a portrait of a man who cheated death again and again, lived boldly, laughed loudly, and finally faced a quieter

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9:29

Growing Up Rural: Dangling Feet and the Cost of a Lie

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2026/02/04

On this episode of Our American Stories, Pastor Scott Jones, author ofGrowing Up Rural, shares a memory from his youth when a small decision and the temptation to bend the truth carried real consequences. What follows is a quiet but powerful reflection on honesty, responsibility, and how the lessons we learn as children can stay with us for life. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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9:59

Secretariat’s Owner: The Remarkable Story of Penny...

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2026/02/04

On this episode of Our American Stories, before Secretariat became a Triple Crown legend, Penny Chenery was a mother of five facing an unexpected turning point. As her father’s health failed, she stepped in to run a struggling Virginia horse farm and entered a male-dominated racing world where she was often dismissed and rarely welcomed.Filmmaker Randall Wallace, writer and director ofSecretariat, shares the story of how Chenery navigated long odds, isolation, and pressure to keep the farm

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7:59

The Hardest Part of Being a Dad: Letting Her Grow Up

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2026/02/04

On this episode of Our American Stories, when Stephen Rusiniak became the father of a daughter, worry came with the job. When she grew into a high school gymnast, those worries took on a whole new shape. From the hospital delivery room to the balance beam, Rusiniak reflects on the quiet terror and deep pride of learning when a father must let go and simply watch from the stands. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)Support the show: https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donateSee

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