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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

The Story of Charleston: The Way Life Used to Be, and...

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2025/05/30

On this episode of Our American Stories, Tommy Dew’s walking tour of Charleston, South Carolina, has been praised and recommended by outlets likeThe Wall Street Journaland TripAdvisor. Here’s Tommy with the story of Charleston—from the American Revolution to today. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:59

How California’s “Night Stalker” Was Caught—Told by...

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2025/05/30

On this episode of Our American Stories, Sergeant Bob Alaniz still carries the weight of the morning he fingerprinted Richard Ramirez, knowing he was holding the hands of one of California’s most notorious serial killers, the “Night Stalker.” Here's Bob to tell the story, alongside firearms historian and regular contributor Ashley Hlebinsky. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

The Most (Un)Epic Love Story Ever

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2025/05/30

On this episode of Our American Stories, Shiloh Carozza McCall shares how, in the worst of circumstances, she came to realize that the man she was dating was the rare kind of person you want to spend the rest of your life with. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:16

Gail Halvorsen: The Man Who Bombed Berlin with Candy

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2025/05/30

On this episode of Our American Stories, Gail Halvorsen was a young pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps assigned to the Berlin Airlift, where American forces flew vital supplies into a war-torn, Soviet-blockaded Berlin after WWII. While carrying out his missions, Lt. Halvorsen noticed German children gathering at the fences of Tempelhof Air Base. Wanting to bring them hope and a little joy, he came up with an idea: drop candy from his plane. And so, the “Candy Bomber” was born. Here’s

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38:16

The Real Story Behind Little House on the Prairie:...

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2025/05/29

On this episode of Our American Stories,Laura Ingalls Wilder turned her frontier childhood into one of the most iconic book series in history—Little House on the Prairie. It makes sense why it was so popular...it captured the brutal hardships and lofty hopes of pioneer life on paper, and inspired a hit television show that brought her words to millions. Scholars Dedra Birzer and Pamela Smith Hill share the story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See

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10:49

The Most Popular Book in History You’ve Never Heard...

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2025/05/29

On this episode of Our American Stories, The Pilgrim’s Progressis the second most popular book in world history, after the Bible. Its author, John Bunyan, was a preacher in Bedford, England, who wrote the book in 1676 while imprisoned for “preaching without a license.” The book quickly made its way onto ships bound for the New World. In America, it became so popular that familiarity with it was said to be “the mark of being a good American.” Support the show

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19:28

The Story of America: Steel, Rails, and Steam—The...

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2025/05/29

On this episode of Our American Stories, in the 34th episode of our Story of Americaseries, Hillsdale College professor andLand of Hopeauthor Wilfred McClay tells the story of how the railroads fundamentally transformed American life—from the way we handle finance, to how we receive mail, to how we tell time. Or, as he puts it, “Suddenly, we were on the clock.” Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

The Day That Johnny Cash Survived Death and Found God

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2025/05/29

On this episode of Our American Stories, in 1967, Johnny Cash stumbled into Nickajack Cave in Tennessee, intent on ending his life. Struggling with a relentless addiction to amphetamines, he was canceling shows and recordings while spending time in and out of hospitals and jail cells. Greg Laurie, author of Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon, shares the story. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:18

The Two Men Who Ended Red-Light Camera Tickets

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2025/05/28

On this episode of Our American Stories, Civil rights lawyers Hugh Eastwood and Bevis Schock of St. Louis share the story of how they filed three separate lawsuits—all heard by the Missouri Supreme Court in a single landmark morning session, that led to the end of the dreaded red-light ticket cameras in the Show-Me State. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:59

Brett Favre on Humility, Aging, and Faith

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2025/05/28

On this episode of Our American Stories, much of what’s known about legendary NFL quarterback Brett Favre has stayed between the goalposts. So, Greg Hengler sat down with him at his home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where Brett shared stories about humility, aging, and faith—part four of a five-part series. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

50 Inventions That Shaped the Modern Economy—The...

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2025/05/28

On this episode of Our American Stories, Tim Harford, author of the bestselling book50 Inventions That Shaped the Modern Economy, shares the stories of three inventions that changed the way we live today—this time: barbed wire, the plow, and Google Search. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:16

Take Me Home: The Story of John Denver

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2025/05/28

On this episode of Our American Stories, John Denver’s songs have become part of the American bloodstream. His melodies and lyrics are heard all over the world. His music is simple and honest—no auto-tune, no flashy outfits—just a man and his guitar. Our own Greg Hengler tells the story of this cultural icon. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:17

The Story of the Highest-Ranking Female Marine and...

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2025/05/27

On this episode of Our American Stories, the word "hero" is often overused in today’s culture, but not when it comes to Megan McClung. Here's why her tombstone reads: "Be Bold. Be Brief. Be Gone." Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

Moral Injury: The Invisible Epidemic Affecting...

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2025/05/27

On this episode of Our American Stories, Major General "Mook" Mukoyama volunteered and served in both Korea and Vietnam. In 1986, he became the youngest general in the U.S. Army at the time. Soon after, he was promoted to Major General and commanded the 70th Training Division during Desert Storm. Now retired, he devotes his time to serving our veterans. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:18

[Memorial Day Special] Karl Marlantes: How I Came to...

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2025/05/26

On this episode of Our American Stories, Karl Marlantes, a Vietnam War veteran and the award-winning author ofMatterhornandWhat It Is Like to Go to War, shares how he earned the Navy Cross—and why he struggled with the recognition, knowing others had done more and received less. You won't want to miss this powerful story for our Memorial Day Special. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:59

Remembering The USS Indianapolis: The Worst Naval...

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2025/05/26

On this episode of Our American Stories, Robert Shaw’s “Quint” told the world what happened to the USS Indianapolis in the hit movie Jaws. For our Memorial Day Special, the late Edgar Harrell, the last surviving Marine from the downed ship, shares the real-life story of that fateful day—one you won’t soon forget. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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[Memorial Day Special] How a House of War Became a...

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2025/05/26

On this episode of Our American Stories, Arlington National Cemetery is the nation’s most iconic military burial ground, but its origins are more surprising than you might think. Elliott Drago of the Jack Miller Center shares the little-known story behind its founding, rooted in the Civil War, and what it means for the country today—a powerful reminder around Memorial Day. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:49

Why Memorial Day Matters to Me: The Uncle Lee Habeeb...

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2025/05/25

On this episode of Our American Stories, our host, Lee Habeeb, shares a verypersonalMemorialDaystoryabouttheuncleheneverknew. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:27

[Memorial Day Special] A Medal of Honor Recipient...

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2025/05/25

On this episode of Our American Stories, the late Paul Monti often drove his son Jared’s truck—an act that inspired the hit country song “I Drive Your Truck” by Lee Brice. But the story is about much more than a song. It’s the story of Jared Monti, a true hero who sacrificed his life trying to save a fellow soldier during close-quarters combat in the mountains of Afghanistan. For his actions, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. It’s also the story of a

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10:49

She Buried Over 60 Unclaimed People, Including Many...

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2025/05/24

On this episode of Our American Stories, when Lanae Strovers was tasked with deciding what to do with unclaimed urns at the funeral home where she worked, she took it personally, which makes sense for someone who entered the mortuary business for deeply personal reasons. Here's Lanae with her story of devotion and dedication to America’s fallen veterans. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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