Covering every hamlet and precinct in America, big and small, the stories span arts and sports, business and history, innovation and adventure, generosity and courage, resilience and redemption, faith and love, past and present. In short, Our American Stories tells the story of America to Americans.
About Lee Habeeb
Lee Habeeb co-founded Laura Ingraham’s national radio show in 2001, moved to Salem Media Group in 2008 as Vice President of Content overseeing their nationally syndicated lineup, and launched Our American Stories in 2016. He is a University of Virginia School of Law graduate, and writes a weekly column for Newsweek.
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Me, Pre, and the Birth of Nike
The Remarkable Life of Abe's Son, Robert Todd Lincoln—Lost in His Father’s Shadow
On this episode of Our American Stories, Robert Todd Lincoln, the only one of Abraham Lincoln’s four sons to survive into adulthood, is often overshadowed by his legendary father. Yet Robert led a remarkable life of his own, serving as U.S. Secretary of War, Ambassador to the United Kingdom, and president of the Pullman Company. The History Guy shares his story.
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Were the Irish the First Slaves in America?
On this episode of Our American Stories, Slavery is one of the oldest profit-making endeavors in human history, and for over a thousand years, the Irish were a frequent target. Colin D. Heaton, a military veteran and host of the YouTube channel Forgotten History, shares the story.
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How Did This Vegas Hotel Executive Use His Power to Serve His Employees and Customers?
On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp, and one of the greatest hoteliers of all time, and a legend in the industry. He’s also what you’d call a “wise man.” Today, Mike shares how he learned the importance of putting his customers in charge.
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The Oakland Raiders Stunk... So Fans Created Fantasy Football
On this episode of Our American Stories, fantasy football is now a $13 billion industry with over 29 million Americans playing every year, but it didn’t start that way. Peter Funt, author of Inside Fantasy Football, shares the surprising origin story of how a group of Oakland Raiders fans upset about how bad their team was invented a game in their basement that became a nationwide obsession.
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“Propose a Toast” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 17)
On this episode of Our American Stories, Andrew Thompson shares another slice of his guide to understanding the baffling mini-mysteries of the English language—this time exploring the phrase “propose a toast” and others. His book, Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases, uncovers the quirky roots behind the words we use every day. Be sure to check it out!
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Pilot Dies, Passenger Lands Plane—with His Family on Board
On this episode of Our American Stories, Doug White shares his harrowing story of survival and raw determination after the pilot of the private plane he was on died mid-flight, leaving him suddenly in control of a King Air 200—and responsible for the lives of his wife and two daughters on board. The event would later go on to inspire the film On a Wing and a Prayer.
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Pathway to God: My 2,000 Miles on the Appalachian Trail
On this episode of Our American Stories, Carter Momsen-Hudson, from Hillsborough, North Carolina, began walking the Appalachian Trail without knowing if he could finish the 2,000-mile trek. Along the way, the encounters he had sparked a spiritual journey that led him to a place he never could have imagined.
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The Story of America's Alliance With Stalin and How It Brought About the Downfall of Hitler (w/ Stephen Ambrose)
On this episode of Our American Stories, why did the capitalist United States ally with the Soviet Union and its dictator, Stalin? The late, great Stephen Ambrose answers that question and shares a World War II story that begins in January 1943 and ends with the Allies' decision to pursue unconditional surrender.
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A Fake Ring, Real Temptation, and a Golden Marriage
On this episode of Our American Stories, Sarah Wells, author of American Honey: A Field Guide to Resisting Temptation, shares the story of how she restored her marriage after nearly wrecking her family through a marital affair thanks to mercy, faith, and forgiveness.
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