American Anthology

24/10/2021

Hear the whole, incredible story of the Father of Country Music, , on the latest episode of .

13/10/2021

New Episode of my podcast! Listen and download it at the link below or by searching “American Anthology” wherever you get your podcasts!

This episode begins with the story of Jimmie Rodgers, the Father of Country Music. Then comes the story of Pushmataha, the Choctaw Chief who always fought beside his American allies until he had to come to Washington to fight for his people. Next up is the story of Hiram Revels, the son of a Baptist preacher who grew up to be America’s first Black senator. After that you’ll hear the story of Columbus, Mississippi native Tennessee Williams who became one of the state’s most famous writers. Finally comes the story of the Flying Key Brothers who, in 1935, kept their airplane in flight for over 27 days. Music for this episode comes from Oxford, Mississippi based singer-songwriter Luke Fisher.

https://www.miles2gobeforeisleep.com/american-anthology-podcast/2021/10/12/the-flying-keys-the-singing-brakeman-and-americas-first-black-senator

In Episode 24 of American Antholgy, Mike takes us back to Mississippi. Stories include Jimmie Rodgers, Pushmataha, Hiram Revels - America's First Black Senator, Tennessee Williams and Meridian's Flying Key Brothers. Music by Luke Fisher.

18/07/2021

New episode of my podcast out now! Stories from the mighty ! I love the Delta and have spent a lot of time there over the years. Hear the story of and his roots in the Delta (born in and raised in ) and how his came to be. Then hear the story of the , an amazing ship with an amazing story that ended its amazing career being scuttled outside of . Next up is the story of , an incredible hunter who took Teddy Roosevelt out hunting black bears - a hunt that resulted in the creation of the . Then comes the story of who found fame long after he thought his musical career was over. Despite having played with and , and teaching and , he fell into obscurity until the blues revival of the 1960s. Finally comes the story of Chinese immigrants in the Delta and the Supreme Court case which challenged segregation in Mississippi schools. Also hear some great music from .

30/06/2021

Episode 22!

was born as a local advertisement campaign in . created the character after his run as ended and he had to come up with a new clown to help sell burgers. This was the result. When decided to take the campaign to the next level, they let Scott go and brought in clown Michael Polakovs who reworked the clown into much the same one we know today. Hear this whole story and more on the latest episode of .

25/06/2021

Be sure to check out the latest episode of my podcast by clicking the link below or by searching “American Anthology” wherever you get your podcasts!
https://www.miles2gobeforeisleep.com/american-anthology-podcast/2021/6/18/dionsaurs-clowns-and-half-smokes-at-bens-chili-bowl

18/01/2021

This is a guide friend of mine’s new podcast recounting some great stories from the guide community. Give it a listen!

Embarrassing moments from a life on the road? Today, 5 tour guides share some of their funniest. Got an interesting story to share of know of someone who might? Gimme a shout at [email protected]

26/11/2020

Happy Thanksgiving from American Anthology. I’m hoping to get back behind the wheel AND my microphone sooner rather than later! Have a story worthy day!

23/06/2020

Hear amazing stories from Ohio on Episode 11!

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the college campuses, apple orchards and baseball stadiums of Ohio on Episode 11 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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22/06/2020

Born Chloe Ardelia Wofford in Lorain, Ohio, the world knows her as Toni Morrison. Hear her inspiring story in this episode!

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the college campuses, apple orchards and baseball stadiums of Ohio on Episode 11 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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20/06/2020

was definitely one of the greatest pitchers in the history of the game. Hear his story and more on Episode 11 of

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the college campuses, apple orchards and baseball stadiums of Ohio on Episode 11 of American Anthology available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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20/05/2020

Missing baseball as much as I am? Episode 11 has a double dose in it. You’ll hear the incredible story of the great and this story - about the legendary 10¢ Beer Night at Cleveland Stadium - a night to remember if ever there was one! Or maybe a night to forget? Either way it’s a fun story.

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the college campuses, apple orchards and baseball stadiums of Ohio on Episode 11 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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18/05/2020

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the college campuses, apple orchards and baseball stadiums of Ohio on Episode 11 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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10/05/2020

Happy Mother’s Day y’all! Hear the story behind Mother’s Day’s West Virginia on this episode of American Anthology! https://www.miles2gobeforeisleep.com/american-anthology-podcast/2018/1/12/episode-3-deep-in-the-heart-of-coal-country

Mike takes us deep into the heart of coal country in this episode, with stories from the central and western parts of West Virginia. This episode features the origins of the NBA logo, the feud between the Hatfields and the McCoys, the inspiration for Mother's Day in the U.S., the Mine Wars which led

28/04/2020

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the burger joints, football stadiums and city streets of Southern Ohio on Episode 10 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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22/04/2020

was a true American legend, even in her own time. A whiz with a gun, a friend of world leaders and America’s first female celebrity. It’s hard to believe this Wild West hero came from rural Ohio and learned to shoot out of necessity to feed her family. Hear her amazing story on Episode 10!

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the burger joints, football stadiums and city streets of Southern Ohio on Episode 10 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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21/04/2020

Rising from obscurity, this early NFL team from Portsmouth, Ohio played in the first scheduled night game and the first playoff game in NFL history (in a hockey rink full of elephant manure). This is a story every football fan will love and every non-football fan will enjoy it too!

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the burger joints, football stadiums and city streets of Southern Ohio on Episode 10 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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20/04/2020

From a dirt poor Ohio farm girl to an international celebrity, hear the story of the rise of Annie Oakley in this episode!

This episode brings fascinating stories from the . Let me take you to the burger joints, football stadiums and city streets of Southern Ohio on Episode 10 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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17/04/2020

Hear 10 fascinating stories from the on Episodes 8 and 9 of - available wherever you get your podcasts.
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11/04/2020

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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09/04/2020

was a sickly child when she was growing up in Saint Bethlehem, Tennessee. It was amazing she could even walk. She chose to run instead - into the record books and into the hearts of millions as a 3 time during the first ever televised in Rome in 1960. Here her fascinating story on this episode of the podcast.

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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09/04/2020

has led an extraordinary life, full of ups and downs, tremendous highs and devastating lows. Hear her amazing story on Episode 9!

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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08/04/2020

was an amazing man. During his short life he traveled more than most could possibly imagine, tracing the routes of the great explorers of history. He’s also a personal hero of mine. If you don’t know anything about this great American traveler, hear his story on Episode 9 of the Podcast!

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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08/04/2020

Hear the story of and the magic he created at in .

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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06/04/2020

, , , , , , - just to name a few of the superstars who started their careers at in . Hear the incredible story of and his iconic recording studio on Episode 9 of American Anthology.

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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06/04/2020

Tina Turner overcame incredible obstacles to become one of the most beloved singers of the last 50 years. Hear her amazing story on this episode of the podcast!

This episode brings fascinating stories from , one of the most interesting regions of the country. Let me take you to the track meets, music clubs and hard city streets of The Volunteer State on Episode 9 of available now on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, GooglePlay and most podcasting Apps!
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