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Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

October 07, 2026

How Three Escaped Slaves Changed America Forever

On this episode of Our American Stories in May three enslaved men Frank Baker Shepherd Mallory and James Townsend escaped from Confederate labor at Sewell's Point Virginia and crossed to Union-held Fort Monroe When their enslaver demanded their return General Benjamin Butler faced a problem Sending them back would mean returning three men to work on Confederate defenses aimed at his own fort Our regular contributor Jon Elfner and historian Kate Masur author of Until Justice Be Done share the story of how Butler's decision to hold the men as contraband of war helped open Union lines to hundreds then [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

October 02, 2026

Bass Reeves: The Former Slave Who Tamed the Wild West

On this episode of Our American Stories Bass Reeves was born into slavery in Arkansas in During the Civil War he escaped bondage and made his way to Indian Territory Years later he returned there carrying a badge For more than three decades Reeves served federal warrants across some of the most dangerous country in the West tracking fugitives working in disguise and earning a reputation so formidable that some outlaws reportedly chose surrender over facing him Professor Art T Burton author of Black Gun Silver Star The Life and Legend of Frontier Marshal Bass Reeves shares the story of [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 11, 2026

FDNY Fireboats and the Largest Water Evacuation in History

On this episode of Our American Stories on September hundreds of thousands of people reached the southern tip of Manhattan and found themselves trapped between a city under attack and New York Harbor Then a call went out over the radio All available boats Ferries tugboats fireboats and private vessels converged on the waterfront and began taking people aboard By day's end an estimated to people had escaped Manhattan by water in the largest waterborne evacuation in American history Dr Mike McGee author of All Available Boats shares the story of the fireboats that answered the call including the John [... more]

Brian Kilmeade Show

Brian Kilmeade

September 09, 2026

"50% of the Way to an AI Takeover": Tristan Harris Sounds the Doomsday Alarm

AI safety expert and Center for Humane Technology co-founder Tristan Harris joins Brian Kilmeade to reveal disturbing details behind an OpenAI agent incident where AI models escaped containment and autonomously targeted Hugging Face Plus Harris breaks down why top researchers are resigning the threat of self-sovereign AI and why the U S and China must establish red lines on uncontrolled artificial intelligence Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

September 06, 2026

It Wasn't Nails That Held Him | Sunday Message

Do you have any crosses without the little man on it That's a real question a woman once asked in a jewelry store And it says more about how we've sanitized the cross today than we'd like to admit In this message Pastor Greg Laurie walks us through the darkest hour in human history and the love that held Jesus there Notes Luke The cross was not a fashion statement It was the most scandalous horrifying symbol imaginable Next to Christ's arrival in Bethlehem the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus are the most important events in human history At the [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

August 21, 2026

He Survived a Mass Shooting. Then Came the Hard Part.

On this episode of Our American Stories for five years the Borderline Bar Grill in Thousand Oaks California had been one of Tyler Spady's favorite places to hang out But on November as he stood on the dance floor thinking life couldn't get much better he heard the gunshots that would change his life forever Spady escaped through a packed kitchen as bullets struck the walls around him eventually finding refuge with strangers in a nearby neighborhood But surviving was only the beginning In the days and months that followed he learned which friends had died and struggled to make [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 30, 2026

My Superman Never Wore a Cape. He Flew in WWII.

A son shares the heroic story of his father, Lieutenant Ernie Latham, a pilot who survived a plane crash in World War II, and went on to fly P-51s, completing 36 missions with the 49th Fighter Squadron. His father's bravery and selflessness are an inspiration to his son and to all who hear his story. [... more]

Until He Comes

Dr. Greg Hinnant

July 23, 2026

Living the Enoch Lifestyle: The 243-Year Secret

Living the Enoch Lifestyle The -Year Secret Until He Comes What does it really mean to walk with God in a world that has completely lost its way In this episode Bible teacher Greg Hinnant returns to our series Living the Enoch Lifestyle to unearth surprising little-known and illuminating truths about one of the Bible's most mysterious figures Scripture calls Enoch the seventh from Adam But what is the weighty spiritual message hidden within that title We're diving deep into a mind-boggling timeline Enoch was Adam's contemporary for years Imagine the firsthand instruction the brokenhearted accounts of Eden and the [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 23, 2026

The Runaway Mother Who Helped End the Fugitive Slave Act

In the heart of Philadelphia, a runaway mother named Catherine Thompson desperately held her infant son close as she matched wits with a ruthless slave catcher. The case of Thompson and her son Joel highlights the precarious freedom of black Americans living in the antebellum North, where the forces of slavery still lurked despite the state's history of abolitionism. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

May 27, 2026

Steve McQueen Escaped a Broken Childhood and Became Hollywood’s Biggest Star

Steve McQueen, a Hollywood actor, struggled with a difficult childhood and a tumultuous career, but found solace in Christianity and a new sense of purpose, leading to a remarkable transformation in his life and faith. [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave and Ann Wilson

May 01, 2026

Help! I'm Ruining My Kids: A Gospel Guide for the Mom Who's Desperate for Change--Abbey Wedgeworth

Abby Wedgeworth shares her personal story of healing from childhood trauma and how it affected her parenting style, highlighting the importance of compassion, redemption, and prayer in breaking patterns of sin and shame. She discusses how to create a safe space for children to process their emotions and experiences, and how to model healthy relationships and communication. Abby also shares practical tips and tools for parents to cultivate a deeper relationship with God and find hope and healing in the midst of challenges. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

April 27, 2026

The True Story of How Curious George Escaped the Nazis

The story of Margaret and H.A. Ray, the creators of Curious George, who fled wartime Europe and arrived in the US bringing their ideas and art. Their courage and optimism inspire a new generation of readers and artists, and their legacy lives on through the beloved character of Curious George. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

April 16, 2026

Robert Smalls Stole a Confederate Ship and Sailed His Family to Freedom

Robert Smalls, a former slave, stole a Confederate warship, delivered it to the Union, and became a hero in the process. He went on to serve in the Union Navy, fight for black soldiers' rights, and become a prominent politician in South Carolina. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

February 04, 2026

The Obituary of a Man Who Escaped Stalin and Hitler

Dmitri Berezo, a man who survived Stalin and Hitler, lived an impossibly unique story, marked by his ability to blend in and take reckless gambles. He was a shell of his former self after being diagnosed with dementia, leaving behind a family who struggled to come to terms with his decline. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

January 07, 2026

Surviving Persecution: Mariam Ibrahim’s Journey from Sudan to America

On this episode of Our American Stories what does freedom of religion really mean For Mariam Ibrahim it meant the difference between life and death Born in Sudan and sentenced to execution for her Christian faith Mariam escaped religious persecution and built a new life with her family in the U S Her journey is a powerful reminder of the cost of belief and the courage it takes to live it Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

November 27, 2025

When One Iowa Family Welcomed Refugees to the Table

A story about immigration, family traditions, and the blending of cultures as a woman shares her experiences hosting Thanksgiving dinners for her Bosnian refugee friends and their children, who learn to adapt to American customs and create new traditions. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

November 03, 2025

The Funeral Parlor Secret That Stayed Buried

Tom Ryan shares a chilling story of his grandma's encounter with an escaped convict who hid in a casket at her funeral home, and the clever plan she devised to help him escape without getting caught. [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

October 16, 2025

Finding Hope in the Aftermath of Domestic Violence

A woman shares her 30-year experience of being in an abusive marriage, discussing how she was manipulated and controlled by her husband, and how she eventually found the courage to leave and seek help. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing the signs of abuse, seeking specialized help, and prioritizing one's own healing and well-being. [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 30, 2025

The Runaway Slave Who Helped End the Fugitive Slave Act

Catherine Thompson, a runaway slave, and her infant son Joel, faced a precarious freedom living in the antebellum North. Despite the history of abolitionism, the forces of slavery still lurked across the state of Pennsylvania, and Catherine's case highlights the high-stakes game of life and death between slave catchers and abolitionists. [... more]

Science, Scripture & Salvation

John Morris

September 08, 2025

Great and Precious Promises

The Bible contains over 3,800 promises, including the proto-evangelium, the first gospel of Genesis, and the promise of a Savior. These promises are given to believers to help them escape the corruption of the world and partake in the divine nature. [... more]