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1001 History's Best Storytellers- Author Interviews
Release Date: 10/26/2025
1001 History's Best Storytellers- Author Interviews
In 1859, as America teetered on the edge of a civil war, Washington DC was a swirling mix of political tension and reckless partying and social life. Congressman Dan Sickles and his beautiful young wife were among the most popular party hosts in the city, until Congressman Sickles discovered that his best friend, US District Attorney Philip Barton Key, the dashing son of Francis Scott Key, had been having an affair for the past year with Sickle's wife Teresa. When Sickles saw Key outside his home in Lafaye
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In memory of recently fallen Miami Dade Deputy Devin Jaramillo- fatally shot while responding to traffic crash Sat. Nov 8, 2025. Take a look into the real world of Police Officers from the view of a cop who lived those moments of terror, humor, and tragedy every day of his career. This is not a murder mystery whodunit or a reality TV sensationalized version of police work. This is the nitty gritty reality of life on the street where cops see things no one should ever see and those they serve to protect have no clue as to the nightmares that haunt these officers. This is also the...
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The story of Sgt. Don Dinwiddie, radioman on the B-17 GI Sheets, and his crew as they barely survived being shot down in German-held territory on Jan 29th, 1944,as told by author Terry Irwin. Today's history classes really don't teach the many ways that commen men with uncommon courage fought for our freedom in WWII- and this story is a great example. Saturday, January 29, 1944 -- it was the day that forever changed the life of T/Sgt. Don Dinwiddie, radioman on the G.I. Sheets, a B-17 bomber on a mission to destroy Nazi targets in Frankfurt, Germany. Hobbled by a bad engine and struggling to...
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The 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...
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An interview with internationally known author, historian, and TV History Channel personality Brad Meltzer on the subject of his children.s series of books known as the 'I AM" books, as he discusses the importance of role models to kids- especially role models who have had to conquer challenges to reach their dream. The books discussed, to be released very soon, are I Am Walt Disney and I Am Marie Curie. I highly recommend these books for anyone who wants to give something special to kids in their family.
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1001 Interviews co-authors Brad Meltzer and Josh Mentz about the book and the little known story of the plot to kill George Washington. This is an incredible story and the interview gives you behind-the-scenes looks at how Brad and Josh teamed up to make the story come to life.
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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 Great Britain, desperately fighting for survival, would let anyone-even Americans, even...
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"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, and much more.
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Our interview with 'HERO OF TWO WORLDS' author Mike Duncan
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.