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On this episode of Our American Stories, Sergeant Alvin York, the reluctant World War I infantryman who became one of America’s most decorated soldiers, has stood as a symbol of courage and sacrifice for over a century. Born in the mountains of Tennessee, Sgt. York’s early life w ... Show More

On this episode of Our American Stories, Leslie Leyland Fields flew from her home in Alaska to Indiana to spend two weeks beside her best friend, Linda, who was dying of stage IV ovarian cancer. When it was finally time to leave, Leslie believed they still had months together. A ... Show More

On this episode of Our American Stories, when Walter Gretzky passed away at 82, people didn’t just remember him as the father of Wayne Gretzky. They remembered the man who stood quietly behind the scenes for decades, offering time, stability, and a kind of presence that never ask ... Show More

This is for Kristal and her family. 

On today's tapes...>> The Library << While working at the library our storyteller encounters an interesting man.>> Angel << Swipe left. 

Friend, daughter and mother 

<p>Anonymous notes in the library and a will they/won't they story spanning years. A woman shares the epic tale of her own "You've Got Mail" situation and what she learned from the experience. She explains how hiding letters in books turned into 8 months of back and forth with a ... Show More

The story behind the face of New York's Gilded Age. For more information, check out Paula Uruburu's book, American Eve. Say hello on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Sign up for our occasional newsletter, The Accomplice. Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: iTunes.com ... Show More

Family members defend Libby’s boyfriend and help shed light on his actions over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

In this episode, Ellen sits down with New York Times best selling author Taylor Jenkins Reid. They discuss family dynamics, their mutual love of houses, and the magic of the Hollywood sign. 

Margaret reads you a science fiction story about space unions and family ties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.