Donnie Wahlberg reflects on his childhood growing up in a large, chaotic family in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood, where he was exposed to the city's racial tensions and the Boston busing crisis. He discusses how this experience shaped him and influenced his music career with New Kids on the Block, as well as his acting career, including his role in the TV show Blue Bloods. Wahlberg also talks about the importance of family values and the impact of his show on its fans. [... more]

The US has led the world in inventions, but why is that? From Thomas Edison's light bulb to modern innovation, we explore the country's inventive spirit and what sets it apart. Meanwhile, we delve into the world of animation, from The Simpsons to new films like Animal Farm, and meet the people behind them, including Bruce Springsteen and Jeremy Allen White. We also talk to former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy about his legacy and concerns for the court's future. [... more]

A former Army Ranger turned U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agent shares his story of family, faith, and the complexities of the border, highlighting the humanitarian side of the job and the importance of protecting the American house. [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Vincent Rocco Vargas shares his unique perspective of becoming a Border Patrol Agent after his own grandmother came to America illegally He is now an actor who has played the role of Gilberto Gilly Lopez on Mayans MC a spinoff of the FX original hit series Sons of Anarchy Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Bart Winkler discusses his new national radio job, the Milwaukee Bucks' season, and the challenges of being a sports fan in the modern era. He also shares his thoughts on the NFL, NBA, and the importance of finding a balance between entertainment and analysis in sports broadcasting. [... more]

The Rich Eisen Show discusses the NBA finals, with predictions for the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat, and the finale of the TV show Succession. The show also talks about the upcoming finale of Ted Lasso and the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and the host shares his thoughts on the final season of the latter show. [... more]

Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, discusses the making of the latter series, including the character development of Jimmy McGill and Kim Wexler, and the challenges of writing the finale. He also talks about his upcoming project, a science fiction series, and the possibility of revisiting the Breaking Bad universe in the future. [... more]

The Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams are gearing up for the new NFL season, with Justin Herbert and Matthew Stafford leading their teams. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns are dealing with the suspension of Deshaun Watson, and Tom Brady's future with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is uncertain. The Buffalo Bills are also looking strong, with Josh Allen at the helm. [... more]

The Bible contains numerous references to spino, which can be interpreted as floors, adding a layer of depth to its historical context. This concept is further explored in the context of musical pitches, including those used in Gregorian chants and pirate shanties. [... more]