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.
For more information, please visit ouramericanstories.com.
Heart-Washing: My Antidote to 14 Years of Brainwashing in a Communist Prison
Fighting Crime in Downtown Los Angeles with Love, Respect, and God
On this episode of Our American Stories, Senior Lead Officer Deon Joseph recounts how he built community connections and relationships—and changed police perceptions with one profound phrase: "I love you."
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Cornelius Vanderbilt Caused the Panic of 1869 ('Black Friday') and Then Personally Rescued the American Economy
On this episode of Our American Stories, by 1869, the 'Commodore’s' wealth had grown so much that his private interests intersected with the general public's. T.J. Stiles, author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography The First Tycoon, shares the story of Cornelius Vanderbilt at his most skillful—and chilling.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Knock on Wood & Kick the Bucket” and the Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions (Pt. 11)
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. His book is Hair of the Dog to Paint the Town Red: The Wonderful Origins of Everyday Expressions and Fun Phrases.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Story of Steve Jobs: A Man at the Intersection of Art and Science
On this episode of Our American Stories, Walter Isaacson, author of the biography on Steve Jobs, tells the story of the man who created the 21st century—and shares the story of how the glass screen on the iPhone showed his intense and unwavering idealism in making his products.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hollywood Goes to War: Tim McCoy's Story of Service
On this episode of Our American Stories, Tim McCoy was a major film star most noted for his roles in Western films. He was so popular with youngsters as a cowboy star that he appeared on the cover of Wheaties cereal boxes. As part of our ongoing 'Hollywood Goes to War' series, Roger McGrath shares the story of his acts of service overseas.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Remembering the Gold Star Father Whose Story Inspired the Hit Country Song "I Drive Your Truck"
On this episode of Our American Stories, Paul Monti was able to keep - and drive - a meaningful memorial of his son Jared, who was killed in action defending his comrades. Here's Paul—and our own Lee Habeeb—with the story.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Most Important Children's Book Artist of the 20th Century—Maurice Sendak & "Where The Wild Things Are"
On this episode of Our American Stories, “Genius,” wrote poet Charles Baudelaire, “is only childhood recalled at will.” Few people have given more credence to this notion than Maurice Sendak, who was—in the words of The New York Times—“widely considered to be the most important children’s book artist of the 20th century.” Here’s Greg Hengler with the story of children's book author and illustrator, Maurice Sendak.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Teen CEO of the Clean Teeth Candy
On this episode of Our American Stories, she was the youngest person ever to be featured on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine. Alina Morse, CEO of Zolli Candy, is here to tell the story.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Man Who Witnessed the Assassination of Abe Lincoln
On this episode of Our American Stories, Ford's Theater reenactor Mike Robinson tells the full unknown story through the eyes of A.C. Richards, Washington's Superintendent of Police.
Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.