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In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Parkinson’s disease advocate and author, Dr. George Ackerman. George and his family started the website, TogetherforSharon to honor his mother’s memory and to share the message of Parkinson’s awareness and hope for a cure. George’s mother Sharon passed away at age 69 on January 1, 2020 after bravely battling Parkinson’s for over fifteen years. For many of those years, George served as her caregiver. Since his mother’s passing, George has dedicated himself to providing hope, resources and encouragement for people with Parkinson’s, their caregivers and families so they will know they are not alone in their struggles with this disease. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Dr. George Ackerman Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the link below: ⁠⁠www.TogetherforSharon.com ⁠⁠⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S4 Ep07 When Alzheimer's Hits Home Guest: Judy Levy https://www.yourhistoryyourstory.com/episodes/ldahgpl5cc8lx7z-wcdww-5cpz5-97bsw-fjx78-5mxam-3zkee-4rksw-c9bg8-mzk2h-ntxw9-g47fs-e7hfw-nt3lz-yn74f-4jbew-9lbnk-z3dkz-wdfk5-a9l8s-cx228-xbk3m-n993z-z4gc4-8excg-zw5bm

In this episode of Your History Your Story, our guest is Lisa Voelker, author of the recently released, award winning novel, “The Spoon: The Story of Two Families’ Survival of the Hungarian Revolution”. “The Spoon” is based on stories told to Lisa by people whose lives were hugely impacted by the events surrounding the Hungarian Revolution of 1956, which lasted only twelve days before it was crushed by Soviet tanks and troops, resulting in thousands of deaths and hundreds of thousands of people being exiled from their homeland. Lisa’s love of history was nurtured early in her life by her mother and she has always enjoyed researching and telling stories, particularly ones that relate to people who have overcome great odds or have endured significant difficulties. “The Spoon” is one of those stories. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Lisa Voelker Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the link below: ⁠www.lisavoelker.com Lisa Voelker email: tintype56@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S8 Ep01 Revolutionary Cuba https://www.yourhistoryyourstory.com/episodes/xscgl743fr7zhh2-2zg3h-57rkt-efexg-pnxnk-zmf82-f9c8z-w4j3k-yl53s-jx3hf

In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Terrie Magro, co-founder of the Michael Magro Foundation. Back in 2004, Terrie and her husband, Paul faced an unimaginable situation when not one, but both of their two young sons, were diagnosed with cancer. While their younger son Marc recovered, their older son Michael lost his battle with Leukemia at age thirteen, just months after being diagnosed. During the tumultuous, emotional time their family faced during both their sons’ illnesses, Terrie and Paul also observed the enormous stress, strain and life disruptions other families of children with cancer were experiencing. Seeing a great need to help these families, Terrie and Paul’s hearts were moved to begin the The Michael Magro Foundation in 2005, with a mission “to better the lives of children with cancer, pediatric cancer survivors and their families, as well as other chronic pediatric illnesses.” Terrie Magro will be joined by board member, Dawn Dardzinski and together, they will share their passion for the work of the Michael Magro Foundation and will discuss their hopes and vision for the foundation’s future. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Terrie Magro and YHYS Podcast Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: Michael Magro Foundation Terrie Magro email: tmagro@magrofoundation.com Dawn Dardzinski email: Dawn@michaelmagrofoundation.org ⁠⁠⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S7 Ep11 Prostate Cancer: "Reflections of an Uncertain Journey" https://www.yourhistoryyourstory.com/episodes/xscgl743fr7zhh2-2zg3h-57rkt-efexg-pnxnk-zmf82-f9c8z-w4j3k-yl53s

Many of you might remember a guest we had back in season six by the name of John “Lucky” Luckadoo, the last surviving original pilot from the 100th Bomb group. As a B-17 Bomber Pilot, he flew twenty five missions out of England during WWII. When we spoke with Lucky, he was with author, Kevin Maurer who told his story in a book called, “Damn Lucky, One Man’s Courage During the Bloodiest Military Campaign in Aviation History”. Almost two years have passed since that episode aired and we have continued to stay in touch with Lucky. In February of this year, (2024) I was able speak with Lucky who, at the time, was three weeks shy of his 102nd birthday! In this episode of Your History Your Story, I’ll be sharing my conversation with Lucky about the recent Apple TV series “Masters of the Air”, which tells the story of the 100th Bomb Group, known as the “Bloody Hundredth”. Although, when we spoke, all the episodes had not yet aired, I was able to get Lucky’s thoughts on what he had seen so far and how it compared to what really happened. After all, Lucky was there... Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Lucky Luckadoo Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: www.AnthonyQuinnFoundation.org www.AQFoundation.org ⁠⁠⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S6 Ep02 "Damn Lucky" https://youtu.be/nakBzn5b0s4?si=2v68oQXOjyRVQL3N Damn Lucky - book: https://a.co/d/eieppjW

In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Michael Curran, author of “French and Indian Wars 1609-1759: Conflicts That Shaped a Continent”. Michael will talk about the French, British, Colonial and Native American combatants in these wars and will discuss how each of their goals and strategies ultimately determined the outcome in this turbulent period in the history of the North American continent. Michael will also speak about his recently published novel, “Métis: The Life and Times of Charles De Langlade”. De Langlade, who was of mixed Native American and French ancestry, was a fur trader and successful leader of both European soldiers and tribal warriors in North America during the mid to late 18th century. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Michael Curran Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: The French and Indian Wars book Métis book ⁠⁠⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S6 Ep14 A Journey Through Revolutionary War New Jersey S9 Ep02 Benedict Arnold: Traitor, Hero or Both?

Many of you may remember Academy Award winning actor Anthony Quinn for his roles in famous movies such as, Lawrence of Arabia, The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Zorba the Greek. But some may not know that Anthony was also a gifted and prolific artist and art collector. His art was not limited to any specific medium, he loved oil painting, woodworking, sculptures and more. In this episode of Your History Your Story, our guest is Anthony Quinn’s widow, Kathy Quinn. Kathy will share stories from the life of her husband that will include his humble beginnings in Chihuahua, Mexico, his move to the United States as a young boy and his fascinating acting career with highlights from some of his key movie roles. Kathy will also talk about her late husband’s deep passion for art, learning and observing people and things in his environment. In 2007, Kathy began the Anthony Quinn Foundation to honor her husband’s memory and his love for the arts by providing scholarships for high school students who wish to attend a recognized, pre-college or summer intensive art education program. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Credit to James Udell Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: www.AnthonyQuinnFoundation.org www.AQFoundation.org ⁠⁠⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S5 Ep10 Primo Carnera, Boxing Champion and Gentle Giant https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourhistoryyourstory/episodes/S5-Ep10-Primo-Carnera--Boxing-Champion-and-Gentle-Giant-e1j7voj S7 Ep 06 A Passion for Presidential History https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yourhistoryyourstory/episodes/S7-Ep06-Presidential-Friendships-How-They-Changed-History-e1vs52b

In 2003, nine year old presidential history buff Kurt Deion, presented his father with a gigantic request: to visit the graves of all the Presidents of the United States. Kurt’s dad accepted his son’s request and thus began a decade long adventure of a lifetime that came to include all of the Vice Presidents as well and took Kurt and his family all across the country! In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Kurt Deion, public historian and author of the book, “Presidential Grave Hunter: One Kid’s Quest to Visit the Tombs of every President and Vice-President”. Kurt will share experiences from his quest, such as attending a Sunday school class led by Jimmy Carter, paying his respects to Ronald Reagan as he lay in state in the Capital Rotunda and standing next to assassinated President James Garfield’s casket in a section of his tomb that only a handful of people had visited in the last fifty years! He will also tell us stories he learned along the way that include grave robberies and a forensic exhumation. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Kurt Deion Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: Book: www.presidentialgravehunter.com Website: www.kurtshistoricsites.com ⁠ Similar stories of interest or time period: S6 Ep13 The Grave Trippers ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoSmFmzyACM S3 Ep 14 A Passion for Presidential History https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1B-SXndpPk

When you hear the term “The Gilded Age” which describes a period in US History that began after the Civil War and lasted until the end of the 19th century, you probably think of a period of industrialization, new technologies and economic growth. You might also think of names such as Vanderbilt, Rockefeller, Carnegie and Morgan, all of whom achieved great wealth and influence during that time. But, have you ever thought about the different types of food of the Gilded Age, and how it was prepared and presented? In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Becky Diamond, food writer, research historian and author of the book, “The Gilded Age Cookbook: Recipes and Stories from America’s Golden Era”. Becky will tell us about the food of the Gilded Age including stories about railroads and dining, picnic baskets, the rise of restaurants and a food making demonstration at the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago. Becky will also talk about a few of the recipes in her book, which include one called Aunt Lizzie’s Pineapple Pie that was handed down to her through her own family from her great-great aunt. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Becky Diamond and YHYS Podcast Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: www.beckyldiamond.com Similar stories of interest or time period: S3 Ep15 The Titanic: A Story of a Survivor and her Baby ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JhwE885Y93E

The name Benedict Arnold is almost always associated with being a traitor. In 1780 Arnold, who was then the commander of West Point, a strategic American fort on the Hudson River during the Revolutionary War, handed over military secrets to a British spy named Major Andre. However, Andre was captured and Arnold’s treasonous act was discovered. While Andre was tried and hanged by the Americans, Arnold was able to escape and eventually fight for the British against his former comrades. Although, widely known as a traitor, many people don’t know that prior to defecting to the British, Arnold, who had risen to the rank of Major General, had fought bravely and with great distinction for the American Continental Army and had been one of General George Washington’s most valued officers. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with award winning author and historian, Jack Kelly about his new book, “God Save Benedict Arnold: The True Story of America’s Most Hated Man”. Jack will explain Benedict Arnold, both as a hero and a traitor and will help us explore the motivations of this complicated historical figure. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s) and songs: Courtesy of Jack Kelly Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: www.jackkellybooks.com Similar stories of interest: S6 Ep14 A Journey Through Revolutionary War New Jersey https://youtu.be/o2QUYIWmvDo?si=2qgsPZfkj8ULZ1BZ

Since 1858 New York City’s Central Park has served as a peaceful oasis for New Yorkers and visitors from around the world to enjoy the park’s beautiful landscape, bridges, fountains, wildlife, sculptures and more. However, have you ever wondered who and what previously occupied the 843 acres that is now this beautiful park? In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Sara Cedar Miller, Historian Emerita of the Central Park Conservancy and author of the book, “Before Central Park”. Sara will take us back in history to tell us stories of the days prior to the formation of Central Park when the land was the site of farms, businesses, wars and a home to many different communities of people. Sara will also give us insight into the wonderful work of the Central Park Conservancy. For over forty years, the Conservancy’s mission has been to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from the pace and pressures of city life and to enhance the enjoyment and well-being of all. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s) and songs: Courtesy of YHYS and Sara Cedar Miller Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: Central Park Conservancy Before Central Park Book(s): Before Central Park and Seeing Central Park Similar stories of interest: S7 Ep05 Building the Brooklyn Bridge S3 Ep02 Carrying the Torch of History

By the end of the 19th century, the city of Galveston, located on a barrier island off the southeast coast of Texas, had become a thriving commercial center and one of the busiest ports in the United States. Sadly, that all changed on September 8th 1900, when a catastrophic hurricane roared into Galveston from the Gulf of Mexico with heavy rain, powerful winds and a deadly storm surge. The storm resulted in the deaths of between six and eight thousand people and the destruction of thousands of homes and businesses. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with J.R. Shaw, the creator of “Galveston Unscripted: Podcast and Audio Tour”. J.R., a native of Galveston, has a passion for researching and sharing history and will be taking us back to that fateful time in September of 1900 to give us a glimpse into what is still known as the deadliest natural disaster in the history of the United States. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s) and songs: Courtesy of J.R. Shaw Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: Galveston Unscripted Similar stories of interest: Titanic S3 Ep15

On Christmas Eve, 1741, a small group of Moravian settlers gathered together in a house at the confluence of the Monocacy & Lehigh rivers in what was then the colony of Pennsylvania. It was on that night that their leader, Count Nikolaus Zinzendorf decided to name their new home “Bethlehem”, after the birthplace of Jesus. Over the years, the Moravian settlement grew into a thriving religious and economic community that eventually became known as “Christmas City”. In this episode of Your History Your Story, our guest is Craig Larimer. Craig is a lifelong resident of Bethlehem and a member of the Central Moravian Church, where he serves on the church’s communications committee. Craig will talk about Bethlehem’s rich history and why his home town means so much to him. He will also tell of the many sites and events that make Bethlehem, Pennsylvania a wonderful place to visit, especially at Christmastime. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s) and songs: Courtesy of YHYS Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: ⁠CLICK HERE⁠ YHYS PayPal: ⁠CLICK HERE⁠ YHYS: Social Links: ⁠CLICK HERE⁠ YHYS: Join our mailing list: ⁠CLICK HERE⁠ #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner To learn more about this episode, check the links below: Central Moravian Church Historic Bethlehem Moravian University

Holly Campbell gave birth to her son, Jake in 2007. At just two and a half months old, Jake suddenly stopped breathing and was rushed to the hospital. The following day, Holly and her husband were told the devastating news that their baby was not going to survive. In their grief, they wanted to give their son a legacy and help others, so the selfless decision to donate Jake’s heart was made. During this same time period and nearly 1,000 miles away, Kim Scadlock gave birth to her son, Beckham. Beckham seemed healthy at birth, but soon medical staff discovered he was struggling to breathe. After tests were done, Kim and her husband were told Beckham’s only chance to survive was to receive a heart transplant. Thankfully, Jake’s heart was a match for Beckham and the transplant took place. Afterward, while both families were in the process of grieving and healing, they thought of each other often, although they did not know each other’s identity. Through the organ donor networks, the families were eventually able to contact each other and in 2010, Holly, Kim and their families met for the very first time at the Transplant Games in Wisconsin. Thirteen years later in 2023, Holly and Kim were invited to performed the song “For Good” from the musical, “Wicked” on the popular television show, America’s Got Talent. “For Good” has a special meaning for Holly as it was the last song she was able to sing to Jake before he passed and also special for Kim, as it was the first song she sang to Beckham after he received his new heart. In this episode of Your History Your Story, Holly and Kim will share their story of love, friendship and the importance of life saving organ donation. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s) and songs: Courtesy of Holly Campbell and Kim Scadlock ⁠Click here to learn more about organ donation Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Join our mailing list: CLICK HERE #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner

Thomas Smallwood was born into slavery in Maryland in 1801. Smallwood, a shoemaker, later moved to Washington DC where, at age 30, he was able to purchase his freedom. While living in Washington, he witnessed the day to day activities of slave traders who were involved in selling enslaved blacks into the Deep South, where they would work on cotton and sugar plantations. The domestic slave trade often permanently separated wives from husbands and children from parents. In this environment in which both enslaved and free blacks were fearful of being sold south, Smallwood became determined to take action to help people to escape north to Canada, where they would be safe from slave hunters seeking to return them to their enslavers. Smallwood, who was self educated, eventually teamed up with a much younger, Yale educated, white abolitionist from Massachusetts named Charles Torrey. Together, the two men created what may have been the first Underground Railroad that ran through Washington DC, helping many to escape being sold south. In addition to facilitating escapes,Smallwood became a prolific writer and taunted slave traders through articles he wrote that were published in northern newspapers. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with author and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, Scott Shane. Scott will share exciting stories from his recently released book, “Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland”. “Flee North” tells the story of Smallwood, Torrey and their fight against the domestic slave trade in the 1840’s. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s) and songs: Courtesy of Scott Shane Scott Shane website Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Join our mailing list: CLICK HERE #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner

During the first months of World War II, in anticipation of bombing raids and a possible invasion by Hitler’s Germany, the British government ordered the evacuation of children from London and other cities that might become potential targets. The effort was dubbed “Operation Pied Piper” resulting in hundreds of thousands of children being evacuated to rural areas of the country. Two such children were Jack Frisby, age 11 and his brother Terry, age 7. One day in 1940, Jack and Terry were placed on a train in London by their mother, along with many of their classmates and other neighborhood children, bound for a small village in Cornwall, England. Once in Cornwall, they were to be placed with an unknown host family. Jack and Terry’s mother, who clearly desired to keep her boys safe from the bombings in London, was also concerned about their well-being in a household of strangers. Therefore, she came up with a special code for her boys to use once they arrived at their destination. The code was in the form of kisses on a postcard that they would send home. The number of kisses would let her know if they were happy and safe, just okay or sad and maybe in danger. Thankfully, the boys loved their temporary home and smothered their postcard with many kisses. Terry Frisby survived the war and went on to become a famous playwright and actor who wrote a book and an award winning BBC radio play telling the story of his four year experience as an evacuee during WWII. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with author, comedian and financial commentator, Dominic Frisby. Dominic is the son of Terry Frisby and has a deep desire to bring new light to his father’s moving and riveting story. Dominic has adapted, directed and produced a ten episode musical podcast called Kisses on a Postcard, which tells his father’s story in a very engaging, exciting and entertaining way. Photo(s) and Songs: Courtesy of Dominic Frisby https://www.kissesonapostcard.com Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Join our mailing list: CLICK HERE #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner

The Nothnagle Log Home is an historic log cabin located near the Nehaunsey Creek in Gibbstown, Gloucester County, New Jersey. The cabin was built by Finnish settlers in the mid 17th century using tongue and groove construction without the use of any nails. It is considered to be one of the oldest log cabins of its type in its original location in the United States. In addition to its early Finnish residents, the Nothnagle Cabin has served as a home for tenant farmers, a butcher shop, smoke house and a dairy business. Over the past fifty years, the cabin, along with its’ adjoining 18th century house, has been owned by Doris Rink and her late husband, Harry. The Rink’s have given the cabin much love and care throughout the years and took great pleasure in sharing the cabin’s history with thousands of visitors. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Doris Rink who will be sharing the history of the Nothnagle Cabin, the people who built it and some curious and historic finds discovered by Doris and her husband. The Nothnagle Log House is listed on both the National and New Jersey State Historic Registers. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Your History Your Story Podcast Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Join our mailing list: CLICK HERE #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner #Nothnagle #DorisRink #Historichomes #Gibbstown NJ #loghome #logcabin

Jimmy Hawkins is a classic TV and film actor known best for his role as Tommy Bailey in the iconic 1946 film “It’s a Wonderful Life.” In addition to this Christmas classic, he has appeared in various other films and television shows throughout his career including, Leave it to Beaver, Petticoat Junction & the Donna Reed Show. Jimmy also appeared with the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley in two movies, (“Girl Happy” and “Spinout”). Over the years, Jimmy has enjoyed participating in positive and encouraging endeavors such as entertaining US troops in Vietnam and together with Henry Denker wrote the movie “Love Leads the Way”. The movie highlights the power of love, friendship, and the incredible assistance that guide dogs provide to people with visual impairments. In this episode of Your History Your Story, Jimmy, who is also an author and movie producer, will be sharing memories from his incredible career and will talk about the many ways Frank Capra’s, “It’s a Wonderful Life” continues to inspire him to share its’ positive message. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Your History Your Story Podcast Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Join our mailing list: CLICK HERE #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner #IAWL #JimmyHawkins #TV #Movies #classicmovies #LoveLeadstheWay

Born in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania on June 25, 1886, Henry Harley Arnold, later nicknamed “Hap”, graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1907. Initially commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the infantry, a role he disliked, Arnold later jumped at the opportunity to train at the Wright Brothers Aviation School in Dayton, Ohio. It was there, in 1911, he became one of the first three qualified pilots in the US Military. During the decades that followed, Arnold advanced in rank and responsibilities, becoming the Commanding General of Army Air Forces in 1942. During WW2, Arnold was responsible for overseeing a massive expansion of US Air Forces and for directing air combat activity against Germany and Japan. Arnold’s contributions during that time would eventually earn him the five star general rank in both the US Army and the newly created US Air Force, which came into being in 1947. To date, Arnold is the only person to hold a 5-star rank in two US military branches. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with General Hap Arnold’s grandson, Robert Arnold. Robert will share stories about his grandfather’s life, including his love of practical jokes and his friendship with fellow aviation pioneers, Billy Mitchell and Jimmy Doolittle. Robert will also discuss his grandfather’s passion for expanding his country’s air power capabilities and how he played a significant role in the development of the US Air Force. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Robert Arnold To Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Please join our mailing list: CLICK HERE #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner #GeneralHapArnold #WW2 #RobertArnold

Justin Breen was only thirteen years old when his dad passed away. Thankfully, Justin’s dad, who was a US soldier in Europe during WWII and a gifted storyteller, had left a diary. The diary included detailed descriptions of his perilous war experiences and demonstrated to Justin his father’s instinctive ability to survive and succeed. By reading his father’s diary, Justin was able to learn more about his father and how his father’s natural instincts to rise to the top despite hardships affected his own way of thinking. Additionally, a cousin provided more family history about Justin’s grandparents, which helped solidify the family legacy of living life without excuses in order to be the best. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Justin Breen, Founder and CEO of BrEpic Communications, a global PR firm which works with top visionary entrepreneurs. He is also the best selling author of “Epic Business” and “Epic Life”. Justin will tell how he has been shaped by his father’s resilience and his mother’s high energy hustle to become a leader in his field while always putting his family first. Justin states that his “purpose in life is to be a connecting superhero for every visionary who shares their stories with the world”. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Justin Breen To Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Please join our mailing list: CLICK HERE To take the KOLBE A Index Assessment: https://www..kolbe.com To purchase Epic Life book: https://amzn.to/3KNUopl #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #jamesgardner #epiclife #justinbreen

Dwight David Eisenhower was born in Denison, Texas on October 14, 1890, the third of seven sons of David and Ida Eisenhower. Not long after Dwight’s birth, the family moved to Abilene, Kansas where he grew up. Dwight later attended West Point Military Academy, graduating in 1915 and soon after met Mamie Doud, who would become the love of his life. The two would be married for over fifty years. Eisenhower rose to fame during World War II as the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces in Europe, leading the successful D-Day invasion that played a significant role in the defeat of Nazi Germany. In 1952, he was elected the 34th President of the United States. Eisenhower's presidency focused on improving the nation’s infrastructure and was also marked by efforts to contain the spread of communism during the Cold War while maintaining peace and stability on the international stage. One of his initiatives, was the creation of the People to People International program, which he established in 1956 to improve understanding and friendship between citizens of different countries through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities. In this episode of Your History Your Story, we will be speaking with Mary Jean Eisenhower, youngest grandchild of Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower. Mary Jean will share her memories of playing as a child in the White House, spending personal moments with her grandparents and meeting World leaders such as French President, Charles de Gaulle and Premier of the Soviet Union, Nikita Khrushchev. Mary Jean will also tell how an encounter with Khrushchev’s son, Sergei in the 1990’s moved her to change careers in order to develop and expand People to People International, the program established by her grandfather. Music: "With Loved Ones" Jay Man Photo(s): Courtesy of Mary Jean Eisenhower To Support Your History Your Story: Please consider becoming a Patron or making a one time donation via PayPal. - THANK YOU!!! YHYS Patreon: CLICK HERE YHYS PayPal: CLICK HERE YHYS: Social Links: CLICK HERE YHYS: Please join our mailing list!: CLICK HERE To learn more about the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival led by Nicholas Inman in Marshfield, MO. : https://www.cherryblossomfestival.com #yhys #yourhistoryyourstory #history #storytelling #podcast #njpodcast #youhaveastorytoo #DwightEisenhower #MaryJeanEisenhower, #presidential