True Stories with Dad

Gladiators were some of the best athletes of their time. If they lost their contest, though, it sometimes ended their lives.

One of the best sporting event moments happened during the 1980 Winter Olympics in New York. Hear how a bunch of kids beat the best hockey team in the world.

The true story of how Alaska became part of the United States. What did people back then think of the USA paying $7.2 million for Alaska shortly after the Civil War ended?

When Sarah Winchester inherited her husband's fortune and company, she asked for guidance from a psychic who told her to move to California and build a massive house.

Special Legends with Dad episode about Icarus and his wings made of wax and feathers. What is the lesson to learn from Icarus?

Chuck Yeager was the first person to break the sound barrier. How fast did he have to go? What's it like to break the sound barrier? And what's the record for the fastest manned airplane today?

Christians all over the world look forward to December 25th every year. Why is Christmas celebrate on that day? Was Jesus really born then? Find out how Christmas came to be.

A Christmas Carol is a wonderful story. Why does it remain one of the most retold stories ever? What is its true message and what inspired Charles Dickens to write it?

Why do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving? Hear the true story of the first Thanksgiving and how it became an American holiday.

Who was the richest person to ever live? When did he live? Where did he live? And what did he do with all his money?

Why do we trick or treat on Halloween in America? It's kind of a strange tradition to ask neighbors and strangers for candy. The truth is, this tradition has changed a lot over time. Hear how it got to be what it is today.

Vlad Dracula is known as a vampire but what he was in real life might be even more scary.

200 years ago, Mary Shelley wrote a book that still influences movies, cartoons, and Halloween costumes today. Hear the true story of Frankenstein's Monster and how he became so famous.

It's Halloween time! That means it's time for spooky stories with dad. Hear the true story of King Tut, his tomb, and his curse.

Jim Bridger was a mountain man, trapper, trader, and map maker. He lived an extraordinary life filled with adventure.

Nathan Hale was a spy for George Washington. He was smart, brave, and helpful but his mission did not end well. Hear his famous last words and what led him to say them.

What happens when a soldier doesn't know or doesn't believe the war is over? How long will they hold out fighting for their country? Hear the true story of 2 soldiers that were missing in action from WWII.

The Lusitania was a passenger ship that carried people from New York to Liverpool. It's fate would help push the USA toward war with Germany during WWI.

Helen Keller lost her sight and ability to hear when she was just 19 months old. Hear how she was still able to accomplish her goals and make an impact on the USA.

3 men may have escaped the most notoriously secure prison in the United States in 1962. No one knows their true fate. Hear how they may have done it.

Alma Richards went from a farm boy middle school drop out to an Olympic gold medalist, university graduate, and lawyer. His life shows us that anything is possible if you work hard enough.

Jesse James was a notorious bank and train robber. He stole over $5 million dollars in today's money during his 20 year crime spree. With some shadows around his death, it's possible he either died at age 34 or lived to be an old man.

The true story of a WWII sailor that survived 3 shipwrecks. This story has a surprise ending!

Native Americans helped the USA win WWI and WWII. They kept messages secret by using their own languages and the enemies of the United States never figured out how to break the Code Talkers secret code.

Why is the 24th of July a Utah holiday? Hear the true story of the arrival of the pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley,

What's the true story behind the popular Broadway musical “Hamilton?” Listen to find out!

Have you ever wanted to be a knight in shining armor? Hear the true story of how knights came to be, what it took to become one, and how they still affect our culture today.

Why do Americans celebrate the 4th of July? Listen for the true story of the Declaration of Independence.

Meet Ötzi, just your average 5300 year old mummy.

Tecun Uman was the last prince of the K'iche', a Mayan tribe. His bravery is still remembered today even though he was defeated in battle.

What happened June 6th, 1944? Why is it called D-Day? And why do some people call it the beginning of the end of WWII?

The Montgomery bus boycott was a successful protest that resulted in changes that gave equal rights to people of all skin colors. Rosa Parks inspired thousands, if not millions of people to support change in a peaceful way.

Who was Blackbeard and why is he the most famous pirate? He was only captain for 2 years and is still remembered today for his ruthless pirating.

Abraham Lincoln's presidency was filled with war and eventually peace. But sadly his life would be cut short after the fighting ended.

Part 1 of 2 for Abraham Lincoln's true story. Hear how his life started out, his successes and failures, and how he would change the United States forever.

Alexander Bell invented arguably the most important device of the 19th century. Learn how it all started in an effort to help deaf family members.

Between 1848 and 1860, California's non-native population went from 1000 to 380000. Why? Because “there's gold in them thar hills!”

Orville and Wilbur Wright changed history and the way we get around the world.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is one of history's great musical minds. He accomplished more musically as a 6 year old than most people do in a lifetime.

Queen Lili'uokalani lost everything she had as queen but is still remembered today across the world.

Hear the true story of Robert Parker, Utah's most famous outlaw. You might know Robert better by his nickname, Butch Cassidy.

Learn about one of the most famous voices that was almost never heard.

Sacagawea helped lead a group of men through unknown lands, all while carrying a baby on her back. Listen to hear her incredible story.

Ruby Bridges is the first girl to integrate schools. Learn of her bravery as a 6 year old.

The first emperor of China wanted to live forever. When he realized be couldn't, he had people build him a giant mausoleum filled with statues of soldiers, horses and chariots.

Thank you to all the first responders helping to keep the world safe during the coronavirus pandemic. A special thanks to all the nurses. This is the true story of Florence Nightingale, the lady with the lamp.

What happened to America's first colony? Where did the people go? No one knows.

Harry Houdini was the world's most famous magician. Hear about his most famous tricks!

How did Sylvester Stallone become a famous actor? Listen to the story of perseverance, and self-confidence that made Sylvester Stallone Rocky.

Theodore Roosevelt has to be one of the most interesting men to ever be president. He was a cowboy, soldier, governor, Vice President, president, and more. This true story covers some of the most amazing things he did during his life.

This is the true story of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Learn about his youth in slavery and his growth into a bishop in the Catholic Church.