Americana Episodes
"Americana" refers to things associated with American culture, history, and identity. It can encompass a wide range of elements, including material objects, music, literature, design styles, and even concepts like the American Dream. It often evokes a sense of nostalgia and can be seen as representative or stereotypical of American culture.
July 30, 2018
1001 PROVERBS FOR THE ROAD
A proverb is a short saying that expresses a commonly held truth. Join us as we explore some popular proverbs and explore their meaning and origin. "A bad penny always turns up"~"A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush"~"A dog is a...
July 9, 2018
IDOL WORSHIP
Two musicians try to crash the gate at Graceland to talk to Elvis, only to find he's out of town performing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
June 17, 2018
THE CADILLAC RANCH
The Cadillac Ranch is an unusual (and unofficial) tourist favorite located just west of the Amarillo City line off I-40 in Texas. (The Old Rte 66). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
June 11, 2018
THE OLDEST LADY IN BOSTON
1001 Stories For The Road offers a mix of FREE and PREMIUM entertainment. There are some great stories here- Enjoy! This show is now part of the 1001 Stories For the Road Free App-where you'll find all three 1001 shows: Find it now at these...
June 3, 2018
INDEPENDENCE ROCK
1001 Stories For The Road offers a mix of FREE and PREMIUM entertainment. There are some great stories here- Enjoy! This show is now part of the 1001 Stories For the Road Free App-where you'll find all three 1001 shows: Find it now at these...
May 21, 2018
GOODNIGHT CHESTY, WHEREVER YOU ARE
"Goodnight Chesty, Wherever You Are" is the story of the most decorated American Marine that ever served, and includes a bried summary of his service and his legend. Credits: The Marine Corps Hymn by John Philip Sousa Learn more about your ad choices....
April 22, 2018
HOW MOTHER'S DAY CAME TO BE
"How Mother's Day Came To Be" tells the story of Anna Jarvis and her long campaign to make Mother's Day a national holiday. This year (2018) its Sunday May 13. If you enjoy our show, we ask that you become a Premium Member and subscribe to 1001 for...
April 16, 2018
A SCONSET BEACH STORY
"A Sconset Beach Story" tells the story of a young Jewish immigrant named David Sarnoff who went to work at a Marconi wireless station where he was present when the distress call from the Titantic came in. Sarnoff's ambition gave us the development of...
March 22, 2018
THE BUS DRIVER'S VACATION
"The Bus Driver's Vacation" is the true story of William Cimillo, who, working as a bus driver in the Bronx, and having his fill of 17 years of the same job, decided one spring morning in 1947 to take a left turn out of the garage instead of a right,...
March 17, 2018
THE LUCK OF THE IRISH: A 1001 BLAST FROM THE PAST
Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! Here's a little Irish history in America- and if you know any girls named Annie Moore buy them a drink. May you reach the gates of St. Peter before the Devil learns you've been called! Check out our first Kindle...
March 12, 2018
NEXT STOP, MAYBERRY: BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW
"Next Stop, Mayberry: Behind The Scenes at the Andy Griffith Show" One of the most successful sitcoms that ever aired on television, the Andy Griffith Show has earned a special place in tv history. How many times do you wish you could escape this...
Feb. 16, 2018
UNSUNG HEROES OF THE REVOLUTION (PT I): WASHINGTON'S SPIES
Unsung Heroes of the Revolution (Pt. 1): The Culper Spy Ring, Nathan Hale, Caleb Brewster, James Rivington, and others...Few people leaving the Banana Republic Store at 66th and 3rd st Manhattan, NY, stop to notice the plaque on the outside wall that...
Jan. 16, 2018
UNSUNG HEROES OF THE REVOLUTION (PT II): TIM MURPHY & MANY OTHERS
UNSUNG HEROES OF THE REVOLUTION (PT 2) Molly Pitcher, Nancy Hale, The Swamp Fox, and others...The incredible true stories of the unsung heroes and heroines of the American Revolution, men and women of all colors and from all stations in life, who came...
July 31, 2017
NO BRAINS VS. BRAWN: THE DAYS WHEN BEAR-WRESTLING RULED
Remembering The Days When Bear Wrestling Was a Spectator Sport-Ever see a man-bear wrestling match? Thats what this story is all about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
July 24, 2017
THE SEARCH FOR THE TRUE STORY BEHIND THE PIED PIPER OF HAMLIN
THE PIED PIPER: THE REAL STORY...The old fairy tale "The Pied Piper" of Hamlin is a tale as old as time, telling of the tragic loss of 130 children who followed a colorfully-dressed piperman out of town and into the nearby hills, never to be seen...
July 17, 2017
BERTHA BENZ'S FAMOUS RIDE
BERTHA BENZ'S FAMOUS FIRST RIDE: Karl Benz is an enginnering genius who is credited for giving us the first gasoline powered automobile, which he patented in 1885. But it didn't become famous until his wife Bertha decided to take it on a 90 kilometer...