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Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 12, 2026

The Story of America: The Civil War Begins [Ep. 29]

On this episode of Our American Stories Abraham Lincoln entered the Civil War with no military experience and no blueprint for putting down a rebellion of eleven states The Union had more men more factories more railroads and a powerful navy But none of those advantages guaranteed victory After the disaster at Bull Run Lincoln had to build an army almost from scratch find generals willing to use it and convince a divided Northern public to endure a war that was already proving longer and bloodier than almost anyone had imagined In Episode of our ongoing Story of Us Story [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 09, 2026

The Confederate Secret Service's Secret Plot to Defeat Lincoln and Spark a Revolution

On this episode of Our American Stories by the Confederacy was losing the Civil War on the battlefield But hundreds of miles behind Union lines Confederate agents were fighting a very different kind of war Working out of secret bases in places like Montreal they gathered intelligence plotted acts of sabotage worked with Northern antiwar activists and searched for ways to disrupt the presidential election and ignite an uprising in the North Some even considered an extraordinary target Abraham Lincoln himself Patrick K O'Donnell author of The Unvanquished shares the hidden history of the Confederate Secret Service and makes the [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 09, 2026

Daniel and the Jewish Roots of American Liberty

On this episode of Our American Stories from the American Revolution to the Civil Rights Movement the biblical prophet Daniel has served as an enduring American symbol of courage in the face of unjust authority His refusal to abandon his faith even when threatened with the lions' den offered Americans a powerful example of standing firm when human laws conflicted with a higher moral law Rabbi Dr Stuart Halpern co-author of The Jewish Roots of American Liberty shares how Daniel's story inspired a Revolutionary-era preacher challenging British rule enslaved Americans longing for freedom and the abolitionists Frederick Douglass and Sojourner [... more]

Brian Kilmeade Show

Brian Kilmeade

September 08, 2026

Gov. Spencer Cox on Civil Discourse & The Charlie Kirk Investigation

Utah Governor Spencer Cox joins Brian Kilmeade to discuss his new book Off Ramp How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt and how conservatives can stick to their principles while still getting things done Gov Cox reflects on the assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah one year later detailing his real-time reaction how law enforcement secured the scene and why Erika Kirk's act of forgiveness helped lower the temperature in a divided nation Plus a look at Western forest management environmental policy and why the radical DSA agenda is failing working-class Americans Learn more about your ad [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 08, 2026

The Civil War Battle So Fierce It Cut Down an Oak Tree

On this episode of Our American Stories on May a large oak tree stood in the middle of some of the fiercest fighting of the Civil War For nearly hours Union and Confederate soldiers battled at close range at the Bloody Angle during the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House Thousands of bullets ripped through the air and so many struck the oak that they eventually cut through its trunk and brought the tree crashing down What remained was a shattered bullet-riddled stump In this installment of our American Objects series Ashley Hlebinsky shares the story of the Spotsylvania Stump Support [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 07, 2026

Before Rosa Parks, There Was Elizabeth Jennings: America's First Freedom Rider

On this episode of Our American Stories Elizabeth Jennings was on her way to church when a New York City streetcar conductor ordered her off She refused The conductor and driver forcibly dragged her from the car leaving her bloodied and bruised Jennings got back up and climbed aboard again The year was nearly years before Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery Alabama What followed was a court battle that would turn the city on its head and Jennings would turn to a young lawyer taking on one of his first cases future [... more]

The Rich Eisen Show

Rich Eisen

September 03, 2026

Hour 3: AFC North Predictions, Actor Mark Wahlberg talks ‘By Any Means’ and plays Celebrity True or False, Actor Mark Wahlberg plays the Patriots Win-Loss Game

Rich Eisen and the guys reveal their predictions for how the AFC North will finish this season among the Cincinnati Bengals Baltimore Ravens Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers Mark Wahlberg joins Rich in-studio to promote his new 'By Any Means' movie based on the true story of a mob hit man who helped investigate the murders of civil rights activists in Mississippi in the s reveals that he's developing two biopics that could see him portraying -time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick and former MLB lightning rod Pete Rose weighs in on the outlook for his beloved New England Patriots [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 01, 2026

How Walt Whitman Found Humanity on Both Sides of the Civil War

On this episode of Our American Stories in December Walt Whitman set out for Virginia searching for his brother who had been wounded at the Battle of Fredericksburg He found him alive with only a minor wound But outside a field hospital Whitman encountered something he would never forget a heap of amputated arms legs and other human remains For the poet who had once written that the human body was sacred the Civil War suddenly became horrifyingly real Whitman soon began spending his days in Washington's military hospitals bringing food and small gifts writing letters listening and comforting wounded [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

August 25, 2026

Teaching Our Children What Makes America Great

Tim Goeglein inspires parents to help their children gain appreciation for the history and civics in this great country that have made us the envy of the world Receive a copy of the What Really Matters bundle and an audio download of Teaching Our Children What Makes America Great for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive Get more episode resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family Leave a message for Jim Daly [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

August 18, 2026

The Knights of the Golden Circle: America's Would-Be Slave Empire Builders?

On this episode of Our American Stories before the Civil War thousands of Southern men joined a secret society complete with castles passwords elaborate oaths medieval costumes and dreams of conquest They called themselves the Knights of the Golden Circle and beneath all the pageantry was a serious ambition expand slavery by building a vast new empire across Mexico Central America and the Caribbean Mark Kawar author of America but Bigger and David C Keehn author of Knights of the Golden Circle Secret Empire Southern Secession Civil War share the strange story of the organization that ultimately discovered that dreaming [... more]

Dana Loesch Show

Dana Loesch

August 13, 2026

BONUS: A Wealthy California Town's Civil War

Dr. Robert Malone discusses the revelation of Anthony Fauci's emails, where he expresses private concerns about the COVID vaccine's potential impact on pregnancy and miscarriages, contradicting his public statements. Fauci's emails also reveal his knowledge of the vaccine's limited effectiveness and his efforts to suppress discussion about the lab origin of the virus. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

August 13, 2026

How America's First Female Detective Saved Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln faced a clear and fully matured threat of assassination in 1861, just days before he assumed the presidency. Alan Pinkerton, a private detective, was tasked with uncovering the plot and ensuring Lincoln's safety. Pinkerton's methods were high-handed and at times unlawful, but he successfully protected Lincoln, who would later be assassinated four years later. The story of the secret plot to assassinate Lincoln before the Civil War is a fascinating tale of intrigue and politics, highlighting the complexities of the time and the bravery of those involved. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

August 12, 2026

John Brown: The Radical Abolitionist Who Launched a Holy War Against Slavery

John Brown, a radical abolitionist, dedicated his life to ending slavery, believing it was a war against an entire race of people. He witnessed a slave being beaten and vowed to dedicate his life to abolitionism, becoming a farmer, tanner, and leader in the Underground Railroad. Brown's actions, including his raid on Harpers Ferry, were driven by his faith and conviction that slavery must be abolished, ultimately leading to his execution but inspiring a nation to fight for freedom and equality. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

August 12, 2026

Elijah and the Jewish Roots of American Liberty

Rabbi Dr. Stuart Halbern discusses the biblical figure of Elijah and his significance in American history, from the Founding Era to the present day, as a symbol of moral courage, rebuke, and hope in American politics. [... more]

Renewing Your Mind

R.C. Sproul

August 09, 2026

Obeying God or Man?

When earthly authorities order Christians to break God's clear commands, they must obey God rather than men. Dr. Sproul explores how Christians should respond when faced with conflicting authorities, citing biblical examples and principles to guide their decisions. [... more]

What's Right What's Left

Pastor Ernie Sanders

August 08, 2026

Rep. Boebert grills the smithsonian director over US history exhibit

A heated debate between Pastor Ernie and his guests about the Smithsonian Institute's alleged revisionist history, conservative judges, and the threat of communism and socialism. They also discuss Islam and the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. [... more]

The Todd Starnes Show

Todd Starnes

August 04, 2026

Denver City Council Wants to Acknowledge Slavery

Todd Starnes discusses the latest news and current events, including the WNBA's decision to allow transgender athletes, the controversy surrounding Clay Travis's plan to create a WNBA team with all-transgender players, and the Denver City Council's proposal to acknowledge slavery in their meetings. He also talks about the importance of teaching all of American history, including the good and the bad, and the dangers of critical race theory. Additionally, he discusses the upcoming elections and the primary races in various states. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 31, 2026

The Story of America: The Crisis That Gave Rise to Abraham Lincoln [Ep. 27]

The rise of Abraham Lincoln as a national figure was marked by his opposition to slavery and his participation in the debates with Stephen Douglas, which made him a plausible Republican candidate for President in 1860. Lincoln's win in the election was a turning point in American life, but it also led to the secession of South Carolina and the inevitability of the Civil War. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 29, 2026

How a $40,000 Land Rover Changed American Law Forever

Tyson Timms' seven-year battle to recover his Land Rover, seized by the state of Indiana through asset forfeiture, highlights the issue of excessive fines and the lack of due process in the US justice system. The case, which reached the Supreme Court, raises questions about the application of the Eighth Amendment and the limits of property rights. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 27, 2026

The Slave Trader Abraham Lincoln Refused to Pardon

Abraham Lincoln's decision to deny a pardon to Nathaniel Gordon, a slave trader, highlights the complexities of morality and justice during the Civil War era. Gordon's crimes were egregious, but Lincoln's refusal to show mercy also underscores the dehumanizing nature of the slave trade and the struggle for human dignity. [... more]