The Oregon trail might be best known from the video game. The trail did exist however. It was perilous and the settlers had more going against them than for them. Many died on the trail. Some were born on the trail. These people changed American history.

The Lewis and Clark expedition was the first quest to the the West Coast of the United States. Many problems were faced. Not many had any idea what they might find. Join me as I discuss this journey

This country is full of urban legends. Some have been told around campfires. Others were traded in school. Join me as discuss the origins of some of the most popular urban legends. Truth is stranger than fiction.

This is a nation of storytellers. Some stories are large than life. Tall tales are full of larger life than characters and events. In some cases truth can be stranger than fiction, however. Some of these stories have roots in reality.

The guitar, perhaps more than any other instrument, has left an indellible mark on the hisory of this country. America has produced some of the greatest guitar players. This country is land of musicians. Join me as I discuss the history of America's connection to the guitar

What if the song you love th most was not actually the version? You might be surprised. Many have recorded existing songs. Join me as I discuss some of them.

Perhaps one of the most polarizing items about Christmas is the food. Eggnog, gingerbread, etc. How did these items make their way to America, however. That is what we will try to find out.

Santa Claus has taken many forms over the years. In true american fashion, many cultures made the figure we call Santa Claus. Santa Claus has been seen as everything from a tall gaunt man to a small elf. Join me as I dive into the history of Santa Claus.