Meet author Becky Aikman at 1001 Heroes... And find out what inspired her to write the heart-pounding true story of the daring American women who piloted the most dangerous aircraft of World War II through the treacherous skies of Britain. They were crop dusters and debutantes, college girls and performers in flying circuses-all of them trained as pilots. Because they were women, they were denied the opportunity to fly for their country when the United States entered the Second World War. But Gr...
May 11, 2025•39 min
Shortly after deploying for the war in Iraq, an unprecedented attack was about to take place; the first of it's kind in U.S. military history. Embedded Enemy is the true story of the deadly attack against the men and women of Headquarters and Headquarters Company First Brigade, 101st Airborne Division. The Bastogne Brigade was staged at Camp Pennsylvania in Kuwait where they prepared for combat. During the early morning hours of 23 March 2003, a fellow American soldier, Sergeant Hasan Akbar, exe...
Apr 18, 2025•53 min
"Ancient Civilizations & Mysteries: the Cayce Interviews": The first of a multi-part series based upon the readings of the most prolific psychic of the 20th century- Edgar Cayce. The interviews were done with leading authors and experts at The Edgar Cayce Association For Research & Enlightenment. Edgar Cayce has given us a treasure trove of documented readings on holistic healing, man's spiritual journey and purpose, past lives, ancient civilizations, reincarnation, dream interpretation,...
Mar 23, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 92
Our interview with 'HERO OF TWO WORLDS' author Mike Duncan
Mar 09, 2025•49 min
Best-selling author Patrick Wyman shares his new book "The Verge"- the story of the 40 years that changed the world as we know it- 1490-1530- and introduces some of the characters good and bad who brought the change, turning a backwater Europe into a thriving financial power. Discussing: the scale of change~exploration~crafty Queen Isabella~Columbus the pitchman and navigator~Martin Luther's printing press leading the reformation in languages everyone could read~Alduus Minutias and his presses a...
Mar 02, 2025•1 hr 5 min
At the outset of the American Revolution we had practically no navy- and we had to rely on American seamen who would allow their boats to be turned into ships of war. This fascinating story is brought to us by author Jay Dolin in this interview- what a story!
Feb 23, 2025•1 hr 2 min
BAR man Harold Frank's story of faith and courage as told by author/interviewer Mark Hager
Feb 09, 2025•59 min
Award winning author Saul David discusses his new best seller Devil Dogs- the story of K Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines as they lived, fought, and died during the four major Pacific campaigns leading to Japan's final surrender. His book uses numerous written accounts from marines who were there and experienced the brutal jungle fighting first-hand. Discussed here: New Britain~Cape Gloucester~Bloody Ridge~Pelileu~ Eugene Sledge~ John Baslilone~Chesty Puller~Pavavu~Melbourne~Pavavu-Okinawa, a...
Feb 02, 2025•1 hr 9 min
The little-known true story of the Nazi plot to kill Winston Churchil, US president Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and Joseph Stalin at the height of WWII and how it was foiled. Our interview with Josh Mentz and Brad Meltzer For all our shows and episodes join us at www.bestof1001stories.com
Jan 19, 2025•41 min
We interview legendary Bill Bonsall's daughter , author of 'The Violent Years"- the biography telling the story of the WWII vet who returned to bring wrestling to West Virginia schools and colleges in the 50's. He also coached Mary Lou Retton to a gold medal in the Olympics. Join our new website and check out all our shows at www.bestof1001stories.com and now you can leave review easily at any of our 12 shows. Also sign up for our newsletter....
Jan 12, 2025•46 min
With 'Bombing Hitler's Hometown' author Mike Croissant we discuss the untold true story of the 5,000 Americans who flew from bases across Southern Italy in the waning days of WWII to bomb Hitler's hometown of Linz, Austria, one of Germany's last remaining communications centers. Mike, a retired CIA agent, spent more than ten years gathering interviews and researching this book, relying also upon upon the memoirs of his uncle, who flew in that fateful raid on April 25th, 1945. Learn more about yo...
Jan 05, 2025•36 min
Author James M. Fenelon shares his new book Angels Against The Sun, the story of the 11th Airborne's battle to remove the Japanese from the Philippines and Manila- a riveting account of extraordinarily courageous American airborne troops in some of the toughest fighting of WWII. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! Check out our two newest podcasts! 1001 Stories From The Gilded Age 1001 True Crime From Another Time both at www.bestof1001stories.com or your favorite podcast host!...
Dec 29, 2024•57 min
The explosive true story of the Green Berets heroic role fighting the top-secret war in Cambodia, Laos, and North Vietnam in the late sixties as told by one of the few who survived it- John Stryker "Tilt" Meyer, author of Across The Fence-The Secret War in Vietnam. HONORING OUR NATIONS HEROES: This is the first of two Veteran's day interviews we did. Our guest here is Green Beret John Stryker Meyer, author of Across The Fence: The Secret War in Vietnam, which tells the story of the special force...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Caroline Alexander gives us the hard facts on Vinegar Joe Stillwell and his treatment of his special forces (Merrill's Marauders) then outlines the dangers of flying over the "Hump" as well as what we learned from the hard experience gained in the CBI Theater....
Dec 01, 2024•38 min
This is a riveting story and NYT best-selling author Caroline Alexander gives us all the parts of the story we need to want to buy this book. I highly recommend it- and you will too! These were the men who flew supply planes over the Himilayas during WWII suffering terrible casualties with tjhe loss of hundreds of planes and crews. Originally taped for 1001 Heroes, Legends, histories & Mysteries with host Jon Hagadorn.
Nov 24, 2024•47 min
The "Coffin Corner Boys" was the nickname given to the B-17 crews of WWII that flew in the most vulnerable corner of the bomber formations. In 1943 and 44 any member of a B-17 crew had a 0% chance of surviving 25 missions over Germany without being shot down. When the Luftwaffe was finally defeated and fighter escorts were provided their chances went up, but only slightly. Author Carole Avriett tells the story of one crew that was shot down over France- telling of their courage, their harrowing ...
Nov 17, 2024•50 min
Jon Hagadorn interviews author Michael Paradis regarding his new besteller. Lots of stories & facts about the man who led us to victory in WWII
Nov 10, 2024•47 min
In August of 1946 the Democrat party was holding most of the state of Tennessee in an iron grip and had been for 10 years. Voters were being shot, beaten, and intimidated. Ballot box stuffing was the rule in many counties. Election integrity was non-existent. The corruption went all the way to Washington DC. The DOJ, the FBI, the Tennessee State Supreme Court- all turned a blind eye to the worst corruption ever witnessed in the south, ignoring desperate pleas for help looking into the problem an...
Nov 02, 2024•42 min
Some of todays memories: Pasadena, Arcadia, Santa Anita, Bugle Call, Heading for Illinois on my 7th birthday, the Studebaker, Yogi, Mickey Mantle, Marilyn Monroe, Jimmy Stewart, movies, Rock, top charts 1956, Exploring the woods and finding a cave, Huck Finn and more. I want to hear where youy grew up! EmaIL me at 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com Catch our new website at www.bestof1001stories.com
Oct 21, 2024•17 min
We talk about Dsneyland,. the Mickey Mouse Club, the Amazon River Ride at Adventureland, My first contact with snow, Check out all our 1001 shows at www.bestof1001stories.com.
Oct 13, 2024•20 min
We cover Chapter 1 -In The Beginning, a snapshot of life in CA in the early 50's, and Chapter 2, Growing up in Pasadena- watching the Rose Parade pass us on Colorado Blvd. Catch all our shows at www.bestof1001stories.com.
Oct 06, 2024•17 min
Hello and welcome to my recollections of growing up across America in the 50's and 60's. I wrote this about ten years ago so my grandchildren could have a written record of what it was like growing up in America then. My hope is that you will be inspired to change things for the better today because you deserve better. All of you are invited to share your memories as well and here areb some wayws you can do it. You can email me at 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com , or post pictures and text at Faceb...
Sep 29, 2024•16 min
An interview with co-authors Dr. Timothy and Laura Orr, discussing their new best-seller "Never Call Me A Hero", the story of Midway pilot Dusty Kleiss, who helped sink three Japanese ships at the Battle of Midway , which turned the tide of war in the Pacific in June of 1942. This is the follow-up episode to THE BATTLE OF MIDWAY at www.1001storiespodcast.com and wherever great podcasts are found. Buy Book at Amazon Here: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Call-Hero-Legendary-Dive-Bomber-ebook/dp/B01NC...
Aug 11, 2024•56 min•Ep. 89
Brave Young Heroes- Author Interview-Kids Are Heroes Too! Bolaji Oyejide has wriiten over 50 books for children and young adults in his "Brave Young Heroes" series- giving us stories that help young people face big challenges by letting them know that there is a superhero in all of us. In this interview Bolaji discusses his inspiration and some of his characters- from Kid Creative, an orphan dealing with life in Detroit, to the Titan, a young girl who, despite serious challenges with her weight,...
Jul 19, 2024•34 min•Ep. 120
This originally aired on 1001 Heroes and it's a fascinating interview with a gold seeker who says he has figured out the Peralta Stones maps and knows the location of the Lost Dutchman's Mine.
May 19, 2024•47 min
Author Dena Rueb shares her family story from pre-war Germany as her Christian mother and Jewish father's lives were turned upside down by Nazi inspired bigotry and hatred. Enjoy 'The Secret Garden' now at 1001 Greatest Love & Life Stories APPLE USERS New! 1001 True Stories with Brian Tremblay https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-true-stories-with-brian-tremblay/id1726451725 Catch 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/id161...
May 15, 2024•47 min
Famous Author James Michener speaks of his youth, what inspired him to become a writer, and his life. Non- advertised here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12, 2024•44 min
Get the book THE TRUTH AT LAST Now at Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Amelia-Earhart-Truth-at-Last-ebook/dp/B008E08J6U ts time for #TheTruthAtLast regarding the Earhart disappearance. The government media complex has kept the true fate of these two American heroes a secret for 81+ years. Forget all the "theories". They died in service to their country and paid the ultimate price and they deserve no less than honor. In this hard-hitting interview with Earhart author, blogger and respected authorit...
Apr 28, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Without a doubt, Mike Campbell is the best-informed living authority on the disappearance of Amelia Earhart, having amassed thousands of documents and interviews with authors, journalists, witnesses,and persons involved in or knowledgeable of Earhart's life and untimely disappearance from the world stage on July 2nd, 1937.. Mike is a crash and capture proponent, and believes that all the other so-called theories out there are a waste of focus and energy, especially when the answer lies right in ...
Apr 28, 2024•1 hr 26 min
They talked to trees, used their subjects for bow and arrow practice, drowned entire harems, and were and are some of history's biggest nutjobs- all known as HISTORYS 9 MOST INSANE RULERS. Join us for the interview with author, historian , and podcaster (History Unplugged) Scott Rank as we discuss Turkmenhashi, King George III, Kim Jong Un, King Ludwig II, Sultan Ibraham I, Caligula, Putin, and Ivan The Terrible, to name a few. Were they born mad or did they get that way? ANDROID USERS- 1001 Rad...
Apr 24, 2024•41 min
