Our American Stories

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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.

  1. 2H AGO

    The Privileges of War? A Green Beret's Story of American Service in Vietnam

    On this episode of Our American Stories, Tom Ross, a former Green Beret and intelligence officer during the Vietnam War, shares his powerful story of American service in 1968 South Vietnam. As part of a Special Forces “A” Detachment—an elite Green Beret unit—Ross witnessed the realities of war firsthand. Today, he's the President and CEO of The Ross Jewelry Company in Atlanta, Georgia, and the author of Privileges of War: A Good Story of American Service in Vietnam, a memoir that explores sacrifice, service, and life after combat. We'd like to thank the Atlanta History Center for allowing us access to this audio, originally part of their Veterans History Project. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min

  2. 2H AGO

    How Coach Bear Bryant Saved and Changed My Life

    On this episode of Our American Stories, Jeremiah Castille played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide and was on the last team coached by the legendary “Bear” Bryant. Here's Jeremiah—who went on to play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Denver Broncos in the NFL—sharing how his coach not only improved his game, but also saved his life. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min

  3. 2H AGO

    The 1926 Race to the Pole: A Story of Polar Exploration

    On this episode of Our American Stories, The History Guy tells the story of the dramatic 1926 race to the North Pole—featuring legendary explorers Roald Amundsen and Richard Byrd, and how their daring journeys helped shape the future of aviation and polar exploration. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  4. 2H AGO

    Suffering Fueled His Greatness: John Hannah on What It Took to Be the Best Offensive Lineman of All Time

    On this episode of Our American Stories, Sports Illustrated called him the greatest offensive lineman of all time, but he certainly wasn't born with that title—it took a lot of hard work. Here's John Hannah himself sharing the story of the two moments in his life that pushed him toward excellence: one with his dad, the other with legendary Alabama football coach Bear Bryant. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min

  5. 1D AGO

    Why Are There So Many Types of Screws?

    On this episode of Our American Stories, the differing fates of the Robertson and Phillips-head screwdrivers demonstrate that innovation is intimately tied to historical events. Here’s the History Guy with the story of the screwdriver wars. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  6. 1D AGO

    The Story of the Runaway Slave Who Helped End the Fugitive Slave Act

    On this episode of Our American Stories, The Fugitive Slave Act made all Americans accomplices in the practice of slavery. Here's the story of how its end began. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min

  7. 1D AGO

    They Will Be Remembered: A Letter for All Those Who Served

    On this episode of Our American Stories, the late Tony Dolan, President Ronald Reagan's chief speechwriter and a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, pays tribute to America's fallen soldiers. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  8. 1D AGO

    This Log Cabin Led to the “Great Awakening”—Which Led to the American Revolution

    On this episode of Our American Stories, if you want to understand the history of America, it's imperative to recognize the role the Bible played in shaping our country. Our Founding Fathers—both Christian and non-Christian—were deeply influenced by its teachings. Here to share another story is Robert Morgan, author of 100 Bible Verses That Made America. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min
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    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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    • Years Active
      2016 - 2025
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