On this episode of Our American Stories, Kevin Briggs’ job is talking people off a ledge, or more specifically, the Golden Gate Bridge’s ledge. Here’s Kevin to share how he has saved more than two hundred people from taking their own lives by asking a simple question: “How are you doing?”

Kevin shares the story of why he does what he does.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Kevin Briggs&rsquo; job is talking people off a ledge, or more specifically, the Golden Gate Bridge&rsquo;s ledge. Here&rsquo;s Kevin to share how he has saved more than two hundred people from taking their own lives by asking a simple question: &ldquo;How are you doing?&rdquo; Kevin shares the story of why he does what he does.
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Our American Stories tells stories that aren’t being told. Positive stories about generosity and courage, resilience and redemption, faith and love. Stories about the past and present. And stories about ordinary Americans who do extraordinary things each and every day. Stories from our listeners about their lives. And their history. In that pursuit, we hope we’ll be a place where listeners can refresh their spirit, and be inspired by our stories.

Our American Stories

Our American Stories tells stories that aren’t being told. Positive stories about generosity and courage, resilience and redemption, faith and love. Stories about the past and present. And stories about ordinary Americans who do extraordinary things each and every day. Stories from our listeners about their lives. And their history. In that pursuit, we hope we’ll be a place where listeners can refresh their spirit and be inspired by our stories.

Our American Stories tells stories that aren&rsquo;t being told. Positive stories about generosity and courage, resilience and redemption, faith and love. Stories about the past and present. And stories about ordinary Americans who do extraordinary things each and every day. Stories from our listeners about their lives. And their history. In that pursuit, we hope we&rsquo;ll be a place where listeners can refresh their spirit and be inspired by our stories.

The Officer Known as the Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in July 1864, the Battle of Monocacy became one of the most important Civil War battles that many Americans have never heard of. Fought near Monocacy Junction in Maryland, it ended in a Union loss. Even so, the stand there delayed Confederate General Jubal Early long enough to help save Washington, D.C., from a far more dangerous attack.

Mark Leepson, author of Desperate Engagement, shares the story of the forgotten Civil War battle that bought crucial time for the Union, helped Abraham Lincoln secure a re-election victory, and changed the course of American history.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in July 1864, the Battle of Monocacy became one of the most important Civil War battles that many Americans have never heard of. Fought near Monocacy Junction in Maryland, it ended in a Union loss. Even so, the stand there delayed Confederate General Jubal Early long enough to help save Washington, D.C., from a far more dangerous attack. Mark Leepson, author of&nbsp;<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FDesperate-Engagement-Little-Known-Washington-American%2Fdp%2F0312382235&amp;data=05%7C02%7CUraelBlackshear%40iheartmedia.com%7C0eab376133674f87acff08de95849d20%7C122a527e5b714eba878d9810b495b9e3%7C0%7C0%7C639112593971868491%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=TPj2i2anYVQF3DL9UXaUG8ioJVwb8uiVZSLYePLNwTA%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Desperate Engagement</a>, shares the story of the forgotten Civil War battle that bought crucial time for the Union, helped Abraham Lincoln secure a re-election victory, and changed the course of American history.
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Monocacy: The Forgotten Union Loss That Saved Washington, D.C.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, while in prison for preaching without a license, John Bunyan wrote what would become one of the most influential works in English literature: The Pilgrim’s Progress, a book telling the story of a man fleeing the City of Destruction and searching for salvation as he travels toward the Celestial City.

As copies made their way to the New World, it became a staple in American homes. Here’s the story of how The Pilgrim’s Progress became one of the most widely read books in history and helped shape early American culture in profound ways that still impact us today.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, while in prison for preaching without a license, John Bunyan wrote what would become one of the most influential works in English literature: The Pilgrim&rsquo;s Progress, a book telling the story of a man fleeing the City of Destruction and searching for salvation as he travels toward the Celestial City. As copies made their way to the New World, it became a staple in American homes. Here&rsquo;s the story of how&nbsp;The Pilgrim&rsquo;s Progress&nbsp;became one of the most widely read books in history and helped shape early American culture in profound ways that still impact us today.
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How The Pilgrim’s Progress Became One of the Most Read Books in History

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in the early 1800s, as the American frontier pushed west, a small group of trappers and traders began moving through the Rocky Mountains, learning the land long before most Americans ever saw it. Thomas Fitzpatrick was one of the most important among them.

After losing his parents at a young age, Fitzpatrick headed west and built a life in the fur trade, earning a reputation among fellow mountain men for his skill and leadership in the rugged and uncharted terrain. He later helped organize the Rocky Mountain rendezvous, where trappers gathered to trade and resupply, and eventually took on a new role working as a U.S. representative with Native American tribes during a period of rapid expansion.

Historian and Our American Stories regular contributor Roger McGrath shares the story of a man who fundamentally shaped how the American West was opened.

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On this episode of Our American Stories, in the early 1800s, as the American frontier pushed west, a small group of trappers and traders began moving through the Rocky Mountains, learning the land long before most Americans ever saw it. Thomas Fitzpatrick was one of the most important among them. After losing his parents at a young age, Fitzpatrick headed west and built a life in the fur trade, earning a reputation among fellow mountain men for his skill and leadership in the rugged and uncharted terrain. He later helped organize the Rocky Mountain rendezvous, where trappers gathered to trade and resupply, and eventually took on a new role working as a U.S. representative with Native American tribes during a period of rapid expansion. Historian and&nbsp;Our American Stories&nbsp;regular contributor Roger McGrath shares the story of a man who fundamentally shaped how the American West was opened.
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The Story of Thomas Fitzpatrick, Mountain Man and Frontier Diplomat

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The Officer Known as the Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge

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