Best Jon Hagadorn Podcast Host Podcasts (2023)

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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JAWS:THE MOVIE BACKSTORY 58:54

4m ago58:54

58:54

This is your behind the camera pass to the making of the movie that made Steven Spielberg famous- as well as Richard Dreyfuss, Roy Scheider, and Robert Shaw (Shaw was already a stage and screen star in England). Filmed in Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, in 1974, Jaws was incredibly difficult to make, its progress being constantly hampered by weat…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CANCELLATION ANNOUNCEMENT) 4:22

31m ago4:22

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To Our Loyal Listeners- I am ending my reading of the Swiss Family Robinson at this time and will replace it with Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book. You can find Swiss Family Robinson at www.Gutenberg.org. You can also catch a version of it at www.librivox.com. I had not read the book previously and took a chance on it- but found it not at all to m…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE BALLAD OF MOE BERG 46:23

4d ago46:23

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The incredible true story of Moe Berg- a major league baseball player who became a WWII spy and infiltrated the Nazi top scientist group to find out if the Nazis were close to making the atom bomb. Credits: Music: Chuck Brodsky, Baseball Ballads Compass/Red House Records www.chuckbrodsky.com Records Smithsonian Magazine 'Baseball Player Turned Spy …

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 5) 33:15

4d ago33:15

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The Robinson's find more new food sources, including roots from which they can make bread. Fritz and his father make another trip to the wreck and bring back many more supplies- including mattresses for sleeping, and a keg of canary wine. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotif…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN (PT 2): LONDON IS FIREBOMBED 1:20:28

11d ago1:20:28

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In Part Two we cover Germany's attempt to destroy Britain's RAF and crush morale with the firebombing of London and other cities. The bombing continues throughout 1940 and midway through 1941- causing 23,000 civilian deaths and leaving many thousands homeless or orphaned. Also covered- pilots from over 20 countries respond to fly for the RAF. Sourc…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 4) 38:26

11d ago38:26

38:26

The family Robinson takes a hike back to their original camp site via a new path and manage to stir up some new game. Dad invents a sledge to cart back their new findings- among these potatoes. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHT…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN (PT 1): THE GERMAN GOLIATH STRIKES AND BRITAIN RISES TO FIGHT 1:06:08

18d ago1:06:08

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By May of 1940 the German juggernaut has conquered most of western Europe and all that remains is the tiny island of Great Britain- its army having suffered an embarrassing loss and retreat at Dunkirk trying to defend France against its German occupiers. Now Germany wants to annihilate Britain using their powerful air force- the Luftwaffe- which th…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 3-PT 2) 28:25

18d ago28:25

28:25

The family works hard to finish their treehouse "nest" and spends their first night sleeping there. It should be noted that in those days young boys were taught how to use firearms and often hunted for the family. Its not unrealistic that a family marooned on an island would kill just about anything that walks or flies. Their biggest challenge woul…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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AMERICAN SPRING A LOOK BACK AT LEXINGTON, CONCORD, AND THE ROAD TO REVOLUTION IN AMERICA 51:12

25d ago51:12

51:12

I decided to give one of my favorite history authors Walter Borneman a call to get a history lesson on the importance of the year 1775 toward the creation of our nation, which his excellent book 'American Spring- Lexington, Concord, and the Road to Revolution' outlines in riveting fashion. If you enjoy this one, search 1001 Heroes (or 1001 Historys…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 3 PT 1) 36:58

25d ago36:58

36:58

Now that Father and Fritz are safely returned from their adventure, Elizabeth narrates the adventures she and her sons had in their absence, including her discovery of a perfect wooded spot to which she wants to move their camp. Father and she discuss the pros and cons at length and he agrees with her decision, provided they keep their original bea…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE LEGEND OF BLACK BART- THE POET BANDIT OF CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH DAYS 54:07

1M ago54:07

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Between the years of 1875 and 1883, stagecoaches working along the routes that connected the mining towns in California's gold rush country on the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountains were used to holdups. A lot of robbers were shot or later caught and sent to prison-but there was one bandit the Wells Fargo agents couldn't catch- and that …

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 2 PART 2) 30:14

1M ago30:14

30:14

Fritz and his dad reach the ship and then start figuring out how they can transfer needed items plus all the livestock.... Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.sp…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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HARDING THE JAZZ AGE PRESIDENT A 100 YEAR LOOK BACK 51:07

1M ago51:07

51:07

In this interview with Harding The Jazz Age President author Ryan S. Walters we take a look at the myths surrounding Harding's presidency and find that although Harding was scarred by scandals, he didn't create them or have knowledge of them and he saw that the men who were involved were punished- that his policies created the boom of the 1920's, t…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 2 PT 1) 38:13

1M ago38:13

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Fritz (the eldest son) and his father leave the camp to explore and see if any sign of the ship's crew can be found. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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SHARK! THE MANEATER OF MATAWAN N.J. 51:28

2M ago51:28

51:28

In 1917, the beaches in New Jersey were just coming into their own as tourists began to seek out the pleasures of sand and surf. There had never been a publicized shark attack, and there was no reason to fear the water, All that stopped when the Great White Shark they called the Maneater of Matawan started hunting victims. Learn more about your ad …

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON (CHAP 1) W FORWARD 49:08

2M ago49:08

49:08

A dramatic tale of a shipwrecked family of six who must use their wits to survive on a deserted island. The story, written by Johann David Wyss places the family in the early 19th century in the East Indies, and shows a strong father guiding his four sons actions as well as a God-fearing family which must use their combined wits to survive. This is…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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URBAN LEGENDS #12- TERRIFYING BIGFOOT SIGHTINGS, NEW THEORIES 47:14

2M ago47:14

47:14

Researchers share and discuss Bigfoot sightings which involve Bigfoot disappearances and the possibility of portals which provide an answer as to why we can't find bodies or bones as well as how they seem to appear and disappear at will. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 46-49) CONCLUSION 34:49

2M ago34:49

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Anna Sewell's 'Black Beauty' has sold over 5 million copies and is still popular today, with at least a dozen movie versions available. It leaves no doubt in anyone's mind that horses can experience love just as well as humans- which makes this story a great love story. Coming next to 1001 Greatest Love Stories- Swiss Family Robinson- described as …

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE HESSE CROWN JEWEL HEIST IN WWII GERMANY- A US ARMY SCANDAL 50:30

2M ago50:30

50:30

In the aftermath of WWII, the theft of gold, silver, and jewels belonging to the German aristocratic House of Hesse triggered an intensive criminal investigation which resulted in three high-profile courts-martial. . When it was all over, Col. Jack Durant, Major David Watson, and Captain Kathleen Burke Nash were all doing time in jail. It was a hug…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 43-45) 30:41

2M ago30:41

30:41

Black Beauty and Jerry are left standing for hours at night waiting for their cab fares to leave a party and Jerry becomes deathly ill afterwards. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at S…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE RAT PACK (PT 2): DEAN, SAMMY, FRANK, JOEY & PALS 1:00:55

2M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

By Jon Hagadorn Podcast Host

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE RAT PACK (PT 1): FRANK'S WORLD 38:49

2M ago38:49

38:49

By Jon Hagadorn Podcast Host

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 38-42) 30:48

2M ago30:48

30:48

Black Beauty, still working for the kind owner Jerry, runs into Ginger, who has been poorly used. Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0c2fc0cGwJ…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 35-37) 30:26

2M ago30:26

30:26

Black Beauty thrives under the care of a good cabman who respects his horses... Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0c2fc0cGwJBcPfyC8NWNTw 1001 …

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE PHILIP EXPERIMENT (OR HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN GHOST) 1:03:57

2M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

The Philip Experiment was a 1972 parapsychology experiment conducted in Toronto, Ontario, to determine whether subjects can communicate with fictionalized ghosts through expectations of human will. After creating a creating a fictional subject, and nearly a year of weekly sessions, a group of eight unrelated persons were able to create sounds, bree…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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(PT 2) THE BATTLE OF BLAIR MOUNTAIN: 54:49

3M ago54:49

54:49

The Massacre in Matewan- A shootout in the streets leaves 8 men dead- The coal companies seek revenge using assassinations in broad daylight~The Battle of Blair Mountain~War raging in Logan County West Virginia~Trains commandeered by union men~The fighting lasts 7 days~ President Harding orders federal troops~The surrender and trials~ The unions wi…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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MOTHER JONES AND THE BATTLE OF BLAIR MOUNTAIN W. VA (PT 1) 57:02

3M ago57:02

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In MOTHER JONES AND THE BATTLE OF BLAIR MOUNTAIN PT 1 we take an in-depth look at the horrific conditions that existed in the local mining communities in southwestern West Virginia at the turn of the 20th century, where men were literally worked to death, armed guards on the company payroll enforced their own brand of law, and families owned their …

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 32-34) 27:51

3M ago27:51

27:51

Black Beauty is sold at a fair to a kind cab driver in London. Later, he hears stories of the Cromean War from another horse he meets called Captain. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/ 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://music…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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1001 JULY 4TH SPECIAL PURE AMERICANA: HEMINGWAY, KOUFAX, THE BLUE BROTHERS & MORE 57:49

3M ago57:49

57:49

Five Uniquely American Stories: How The Navy got it's theme song When Hemingway saved the Paris Ritz A No-Hitter for all time The Blues Brothers Johnny & Eva Play Twister Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Storie…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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WE'RE NEVER ALONE ASTRONAUTS & ALIENS BEST OF 1001 52:34

3M ago52:34

52:34

The incredible stories of alien sightings and encounters from the few brave American astronauts who were willing to talk about it, including the alleged audio transcript from the moon landing that indicates there were alien ships parked on the edge of a crater watching as our men exited the landing craft. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 29-31) 26:39

3M ago26:39

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Black Beauty ends up being sold by her owner because he can't find an honest groom Try the new "Tales of Escape & Suspense"- links below! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stories From The Old West at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0c2fc0cGwJBcPfyC8NWNTw 10…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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THE SEARCH FOR THE TWIN SISTERS 1001 LOST TREASURES SERIES 44:01

3M ago44:01

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In 1836, at the Battle of San Jacinto in Texas, a pair a 6 pounder cannons called "The Twin Sisters" provided the opening shots that won the Battle and directly led to the surrender of the Mexican forces under General Santa Anna, giving Texas their freedom to form a republic. According to most historians, the cannons were seen stacked with other fi…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 26-28) 22:30

3M ago22:30

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Black beauty is finally rescued at the scene where her drunk rider was found dead, and later exonerated of any blame by a court of inquiry. The inju8rires to his knees , however, forced the Earl to sell him off to a horse and cart rental business, where a combination of idiot drivers are shortening his life and patience. New Twitter address- @1001p…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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'A TIMELESS MESSAGE'- OUR INTERVIEW W KAROLYN GRIMES (ZUZU IN 'IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE' 25:01

3M ago25:01

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'A TIMELSS MESSAGE' Our 2018 interview with and a special message from Karolyn Grimes, who played Zuzu in the classic movie 'Its A Wonderful Life', with Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Tales of Escape & Suspense at Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2HQYk53AJHTOgBTLBzyP3w 1001 Stor…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 23-25) 29:14

3M ago29:14

29:14

Beauty helps to save the life of his mistress and later is abused by a drunk. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/ 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a60ec356-c7d0-4535-b276-1282990e46ba/1001-radio-cri…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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CINDERELLA MAN: THE GREATEST UNDERDOG STORY IN SPORTS HISTORY 1:21:35

3M ago1:21:35

1:21:35

His name was James J. Braddock. In 1929 he was the middleweight contender for boxing champion of the world. He had it all- a wonderful wife, 3 kids, a nice home, and money in the bank- because boxers were the highest paid athletes in those days. The depression hit, his bank failed- and all his money was gone. He lost his house, his boxing skills fa…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 19-22) 27:03

4M ago27:03

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Black Beauty and Ginger are sold off to a nearby stable as the master and mistress have to vacate the house to find a warmer climate for the mistress. They are about to experience a new mistress who uses the check rein ruthlessly to keep their heads up so she can look stylish while riding in her carriage. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 17-18) 18:58

4M ago18:58

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Black Beauty gets a new young groomer just before being raced to town to get a doctor and then bring him back. The young groom doesn't know how to care for an over ridden horse, and Beauty becomes very sick. 1001 Radio Days right here at Google Podcasts FREE: https://podcasts.google.com/search/1001%20radio%20days 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales …

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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FORGOTTEN NAVAL HEROES OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION (FORGOTTEN HEROES PT 2) 47:30

4M ago47:30

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When the American colonists declared war against England, they had no navy. England had the most powerful navy on earth at that time. It would take years and lots of money to build an American navy- and the new American congress had neither- but they did build 13 frigates and purchased other ships as they were able. In late 1775 congress voted to a…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 13-16) 29:25

4M ago29:25

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A fire in the stable where Black beauty is staying for the night takes the lives of two horses... New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/ 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a60ec356-c7d0-4535-b276-1282990…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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TEN STORIES OF FORGOTTEN HEROES (PT 1) 56:14

4M ago56:14

56:14

A 1001 Heroes Special- TEN STORIES OF FORGOTTEN HEROES (PT 1) - shares the following stories: 1), Grace Darling, the 22 year-old lighthouse keeper's daughter who rescued nine victims of a wreck at great risk to her own life; 2), The wreck of the HMS Birkenhood, the event which began the "women and children first" protocol; 3), The cabbies of Paris …

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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REMEMBERING CADDYSHACK: THE COMEDY WITH BALLS 42:42

4M ago42:42

42:42

The next time you're on the golf course and you hear the expression "Be the Ball", "You're The Lama", or "Bushwood Style"- the chances are good that those expressions came from the 1980 movie Caddyshack, starring Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, and "Gopher". Caddyshack has become a cult favorite among golfers and comedy lo…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 9-12) 33:05

4M ago33:05

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Anna Sewall's classic story continues as Black Beauty, sensing that a bridge is too dangerous to cross, save her owner from death. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/ 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://music.amazon.com/podcast…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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IN HARM'S WAY THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF THE USS JOHNSTON 1:02:35

4M ago1:02:35

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On October 25, 1944, through a series of naval movements, a small 13 ship destroyer task force found itself the only thing between a huge 23 ship Japanese battle fleet and the American landing force attempting to free the Japanese held Philippine Islands. When the choice came to run south, one destroyer commander named Ernest Evans,a Cherokee India…

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1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries Podcast

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ANGELS AGAINST THE SUN- THE TRUE STORY OF THE 11TH AIRBORNE 'S BATTLE TO FREE THE PHILIPPINES 59:48

5M ago59:48

59:48

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! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stori…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 5-8) ANNA SEWALL 30:53

5M ago30:53

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Black Beauty carries on some stable conversations with his neighbor, Ginger, who had suffered maltreatment from previous owners. New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/ 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/…

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THE SECRETS OF SKINWALKER RANCH PAST AND PRESENT 46:45

5M ago46:45

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In this episode we look at the history of one of America's best-known paranormal hotspots- the Skinwalker Ranch, in Northeast Utah, as well as the current scientific research being carried on there under the eye of a History Channel film team for a tv show called "The Secrets of Skinwalker Ranch". New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROI…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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BLACK BEAUTY (CHAPS 1-4) By Anna Sewell 31:13

5M ago31:13

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Black Beauty, the autobiography of a horse that became a best seller in 1877, is one of the best selling books of all time, and became a huge voice on behalf of animal welfare, which was badly needed in Victorian times. Although it is often called a children's book today, it was written for adults and loved worldwide today. by both. Its a wonderful…

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1001 Greatest Love & Family Stories

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PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (CHAPS 55-61 END) 1:25:46

5M ago1:25:46

1:25:46

We reach the end of one of the greatest love stories ever told. Stay tuned for Black Beauty! New Twitter address- @1001podcast Follow Us! ANDROID USERS- 1001 Stories From The Old West- https://toppodcast.com/podcast_feeds/1001-stories-from-the-old-west/ 1001 Radio Crime Solvers- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a60ec356-c7d0-4535-b276-1282990e46ba…

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REMEMBERING JOHN WAYNE (PT 2) 57:54

5M ago57:54

57:54

In part two we reminisce John Wayne's movies made from 1952 to 1976- ending with his big screen goodbye- the Shootist. We'll talk about his appearance on 'A Colonial Christmas in Williamsburg with Perry Como" in the months before his death, his two battles with cancer, and the backstory on 'The High and The Mighty', 'The Shootist', and 'The Cowboys…

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