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1001 History's Best Storytellers- Author Interviews
Release Date: 10/26/2025
1001 History's Best Storytellers- Author Interviews
Today thousands of aspiring authors are submitting articles and stories to social media sites like Instagram and Reddit- and there are millions of us who want to write a book but just haven't been able to make that leap for a variety of reasons. We spoke with journalist/author Veronica Hinke, who wrote The Last Night On The Titanic- Unsinkable Drinking, Dining and Style on the subject of mastering storytelling Sometimes its as easy as finding your own Popcorn Dan.
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Brian Kilmeade discusses his new book Sam Houston & the Alamo Avengers and gives us the big picture of what Texas was like in 1836- who Sam Houston was, and why the Battle of San Jacinto was one of the biggest turning points in American History. Discussed: The Seige and fall of The Alamo, Sam Houston, Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, the Texians and why they were fighting, and much more. Catch Brian's book tour schedule at www.briankilmeade.com.
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In this fascinating and fun interview with "The Cooper Vortex" Podcast host Darren Schaefer we discuss the only unsolved airplane hijacking in the US which occurred in 1971, and the long list of suspects that are keeping DB Cooper mystery fans awake at night.
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We interview Chuck Stanley- the son of a WWII bomber pilot who was shot down twice during bombing raids over German industrial centers-and survived -despite being surrounded by Nazis and left abandoned after a team of British secret agents failed to secure their escape. This exciting story is brought to life in the new book 'Lost Airmen' here at 1001 History's Best Storytellers.
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Who was Irwin Rommel? War hero or criminal? Hitler flunky or man of integrity? How did he stack up against Patton? 1001 Heroes interviews the best selling author of more than three dozen spy thrillers and military histories Sam Mitcham Jr.- to get his views on the subject of his latest book "Desert Fox, The Stories Military Career of Irwin Rommel".
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"Reincarnation and Karma: The Edgar Catce Interviews": Two of mankind's greatest mysteries are discussed here- Reincarnation and Karma, as we sit down with noted author, hypnotherapist, and Cayce expert Peter Woodbury to discuss questions that include "is there life after death", "why do bad things happen to good people", and many others. Peter has dozens of great stories of past life cases and of Edgar Cayce and his sons to share, and you find a wealth of information here on Edgar Cayce's readings as well
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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?
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The second interview in our "Proof of Heaven" series. Kathleen McDaniel''s incredible account of her near-death experience (NDE) and what she learned from it.. Her book title "Misfit in Hell/To Heaven Expat" will make sense as soon as you hear her story.
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NY Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer shares some unique insight with regard to his new book THE LINCOLN CONSPIRACY- the story of the plot to kill Lincoln in 1861 while on his way to his inauguration and the efforts of The Pinkerton Agency and their first female agent Kate Warne to save Lincoln's life.
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At the beginni9ng of WWII the U.S. Marines set out to form the most ruthless, skilled, and effective guerilla fighters the world had ever seen- a select group whose job it was to conduct behind-the-lines special operations in the Pacific Theater. They served twenty months, being disbanded (with incredible honors bestowed) prior to the end of the war. In recent years they have been reformed and continue to serve in highly volatile areas today. ..MARINE RAIDERS author Carole Avriett offers us an insiders look
info_outlineThe Holidays are approaching and at 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast our shows themes every Sunday will be turning to FAMILY and HONOR -SINCE MANY OF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT BRINGING FAMILY TOGETHER, RECONNECTING , SEEKING CLOSURE ON ACCOUNT OF LOST ONES, seeking justice, KEEPING THE PEACE. HONORING OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS.
A FEW EXAMPLES: AT 1001 HEROES WE BRING NEW EPISODS EVERY Sunday at noon eastern and a ‘best of “listener favorite every Thursday night at 9PM ET- MOST OF THESE Best ofs after Halloween will also carry similar themes that unite with these topics. I’ll tag them as Fall Family and Honor Themed
Beginning this last week of October and lasting through the holidays, we are offering a number of interview-base shows dealing with subjectS that go straight to the heart starting with “LIVE, LAUGH, AND FIND TRUE LOVE: A STEP BYSTEP GUIDE TO BUILDING NEW RELATIONSHIPS- OUR EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH AUTHOR AND LONG TIME L.A. DIVORCE ATTORNEY SARAH INTELLIGATOR- She is empowering, inspirational and packed with powerful tools to help you, male or female, to a healthy, fun and fulfilling relationship- whether youre on the brink of a marriage or just starting out or hoping to find a lasting love- don’t miss this interview and book! We’ll talk about the 5FasilFactors- Fundamental values, fear, Foundation, Fixing, and Fairy Tales-I guarantee you will appreciate her honest take.
The following week Sunday NOV 2: Holidays are tough on the families of murder victims and missing relatives: A son’s12 year long search for the killer of his father as we interview California Congressman ,author, and law firm partner Mike Gatto- who is still actively searching for clues to his fathers murder– And asking each of you to offer your theories and ideas as to new ways to look at the evidence which he lays out in his book Noir by Necessity And in this interview. This book is a True Crime page turner with a powerful Family theme…
On Sunday Nov 9th Retired Police Sgt Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez reminds us why families of those who are constantly working in service to others in police, military, and rescue throughout the holidays are sacrificing so much to keep the peace-- in his new book The Real Greatest Show on Earth- all lessons learned and stories told gathered from his 40 years of service in Florida’s Miami Dade county- it’s a well told story that bridges the gap between crime scenes and calm and in a family sense, because it shows the important link between mental health and community engagement is just as important as tactics
Thesae are just three examples of our FALL FAMILY ORIENTED SHOWS AT 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries-now thru December is solid family, holiday-themes, honoring the men and women in uniform whose prence will be missed at many dinner tables this coming holiday,, and heart-felt stories and advice.
We’ll be doing the same thing at 1001 Classic Short Stories & tales so stay tuned for that update as well- and
This is Jon Hagadorn, your host at 1001 Heroes, legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast- Make sure to share our Fall family and Honor themed shows over the next 9 weeks and bring us new listeners! Also check our our new website at www.bestof1001stories.com for our entire archives of all 12 1001 shows, sign up at any “Newsletter Sign Up Page- and that newslatter will cover the coming week ‘s specials and shows, offering lots of insight and sometimes personal stories.
One more thing- the holidays are a time for giving- and we really appreciate those who give monthly to cover our basic expenses here at 1001 Stories network. By going to patreon.com/1001storiesnetwork and signing ing up for a few dollars a month to help us forward. I have also been bringing on new help with some terrific talents which you’ve heard or enjoyed in Gizelle Ericksen and Lena Alsup- and I’m seeking a male voice for narrating some good stories for Old West and others.