The Republic’s first hangover | Great American Story
George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and the 1794 Whiskey Rebellion. Learn how a tax on booze nearly fractured the new United States and why Washington led an army against its own citizens.
Skyfall: The Day the Empire Shook | Great American Story
Join us as we delve into the astonishing true story of July 28, 1945, when a B-25 Mitchell bomber, lost in a dense summer fog, tragically crashed into the 79th floor of the Empire State Building.
The Memphis Belle: Against All Odds | Great American Story
The Memphis Belle! The incredible true story of the WWII B-17 crew who beat 75%+ odds to complete 25 deadly bombing missions over Nazi Germany. A raw look at the Greatest Generation's courage!
Bret Baier: To Rescue the American Spirit
FOX News' Bret Baier joins us to discuss his book, To Rescue the American Spirit, a deep dive into the extraordinary life of Theodore Roosevelt. From childhood illness to Rough Rider to world peace broker, discover the origins of TR's "strenuous life."
An American spectacle: The World's Fair | Great American Story
Journey into Part 2 of "The Great American Story" on the World's Fairs! Discover how these epic events shaped a nation, from the St. Louis Fair's ice cream cones to the futuristic Space Needle in Seattle. Get ready for a trip through history!
The World?s Fair: A grand showcase | Great American Story
Explore the history of the World's Fairs! Discover the innovations behind America's greatest show on Earth.
An unfinished presidency | Great American Story
We explore the incredible life and tragic death of James A. Garfield, a self-made man who rose from poverty to become a brilliant intellectual and president. We'll examine how his potential for greatness was ultimately cut short by a madman's bullet and the shockingly primitive medical practices of the era.
Hindenburg's fatal flaw revealed | Great American Story
A colossal symbol of a new era of travel, the majestic Hindenburg was a flying marvel of its time, but became a terrifying inferno that stunned the world in a single, catastrophic moment. Join us on The Great American Story as we explore how this one disaster brought a dramatic and fiery end to the golden age of airship travel.
?America?s playground: From Coney Island and beyond? | Great American Story
We trace the evolution of amusement parks, from the iconic attractions of Coney Island to the imaginative worlds created by Walt Disney. This episode reveals how these destinations evolved from simple spectacles into the beloved playgrounds of America.
The Art of War: Victory at Midway | Great American Story
This episode of "The Great American Story" delves into the pivotal Battle of Midway, highlighting how superior American intelligence, despite the attack on Pearl Harbor, allowed the U.S. Navy to strategically counter Japan's plans and decisively cripple their fleet. This intelligence advantage, coupled with a critical Japanese tactical error, led to a monumental victory that turned the tide of World War II in the Pacific.
Giants in granite: The Rushmore epic | Great American Story
The breathtaking scale and intricate details of Mount Rushmore, which was completed without a single fatality.
Tear down this wall, part 2 | Great American Story
We explore how Reagan's unwavering conviction, combined with an unlikely trust between him and Gorbachev, ultimately contributed to the wall's symbolic and literal collapse, marking a pivotal victory for freedom.
Tear down this wall, part 1 | Great American Story
"The Great American Story" begins a compelling two-part exploration into Ronald Reagan's iconic "Tear Down This Wall" speech, dissecting the tense Cold War climate and the stark realities of the divided Berlin.
Unsinkable legend: The tale of Old Ironsides | Great American Story
Join us as we explore the history of the USS Constitution - the oldest naval ship still afloat and commissioned in the US (and the world). "Old Ironsides," harbored in Charlestown Navy Yard in Massachusetts stands as a beacon of freedom and the American spirit.
Washington’s Spies: Secrets of the Revolution | Great American Story
Author Alexander Rose joins us to discuss America’s first spies, The Culper Ring, which George Washington formed during the American Revolution. Rose is the author of "Washington’s Spies: The Story of America’s First Spy Ring" and shares his knowledge about how this spy ring came to be, who comprised it, and how it helped Washington win the Revolutionary War.
Remember the Alamo.. and here's why - Part 2 | Great American Story
Part 2 of our look at the Battle of the Alamo - details about the final day of the siege and why it played such a pivotal role in both Texas and American history.
Remember the Alamo…and here’s why - Part 1 | Great American Story
The history of the Alamo and what led to its iconic battle - who were the key figures and what led up to the 13 day siege.
An Evening at Ford’s Theater | Great American Story
A look at the night President Lincoln was assassinated - the stories and people surrounding that event in 1865, as well as some lesser known tidbits that were all part of the tragic story.