1001 Stories For The Road

It was a cool night in Houston on May 1, 1991, a, good night for baseball, but a rough night for pitcher Nolan Ryan . His back was stiff, and every bone was killing him. Heck, at age 44, very few guys were still playing major league baseball, much less pitching, which takes a terrible toll on arms. He didn't know he was about to cement a record in major league baseball that will probably last forever. Subscribe FREE and Review at iTunes: https://iTunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901 Facebook: www.facebook.com/1001storiesfortheroad Enjoy Our Shows: www.1001storiespodcast.com Music: The National Anthem by Francis Scott Key arr. and performed by Dusty Strings dustystrings@verizon.net Sponsored by Lord Timepieces These watches make great gifts for Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Weddings, Promotions, Graduations Save 10% by putting 1001 in the promo code box at checkout at www.lordtimepieces.com

1001 Stories For The Road takes a fond look back at April 26th, 1974, the day music artist Ray Stevens released his new hit record "The Streak" , "Streaking", or the act of running through public places naked, was taking take in record numbers on college campuses and even at that year's Academy Awards ceremony. The 70's are remembered for disco dancing, 8-track tapes, CB radio, the Jackson Five...and streaking. To many, the crazy 70's will remain forever in memory of those who were around to enjoy it, at least so I hear. Subscribe, Listen & Review us at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901 Android & all Archives: www.1001storiespodcast.com Like us at Facebook: www.facebook.com/americasbestoftimes Our Home Web Address and Shows: www.1001storiesnetwork.com Music: National Anthem by Dusty Strings dustystrings@verizon.net Ray Stevens: the Streak at YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtzoUu7w-YM Ray Stevens: Mississippi Squirrel Revival at Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K16fG1sDagU #1001Heroes #1001ClassicShortStories #1001StoriesFortheRoad

The story of Charles A. Zimmerman and his two-step march titled "Anchors Aweigh", which became the theme song for the Naval Academy and the US Navy. The song, which is now known and respected around the world, received copyright on April 24, 1907, and that story is told here. 1001 Stories For The Road is a collection of short format audio episodes that cover a wide range of topics for your listening enjoyment. We will be covering stories from around the world, and we invite you to subscribe atthe link listed below. https://itunes/apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901 Facebook: www.facebook.com/1001storiesfortheroad Writers: Send Us Your Story and if we choose it we'll annouce your name! 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com

On April 22,1978, Saturday Night Live's Paul Schaffer announced an R&B act featuring two unknown blues artists, Joliet Jake E.Blues and Elwood J Blues- who went by the name The Blues Brothers. When the live audience saw them run out to the stage, they instantly recognized Dan Akroyd and John Belushi, and for one short moment the crowd, and millions of tv viewers, thought that a comedy act was going to follow. But their driving performance of "Hey, Bartender", with a first class band behind them, left no doubt that The Blues Brothers was here for good. It was a big moment in their careers, and for all those who witnessed that performance and the many to come, it was America's Best of Times. Catch All Our Episodes at iTunes (Subscribe And Review, Please): https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-best-of-times/id1227478901? mt=2 Android: www.1001storiespodcast.com Facebook (Like Us & Share, Please!): www.facebook.com/americasbestoftimes Music by Dusty Strings dustystrings@verizon.net

On April 27th, 1850, the Vigilante Committee in Troy, New York, prevented a Sheriff and a Slave Catcher from extraditing one of their own, a runaway slave named Charles Nalle, who had made his escape north in 1848 through the Underground Railway to what he hoped was freedom and the chance for a new life. Blacks and whites combined in a number of dangerous efforts to free Nalle that day, and they succeeded in doing so, scoring one small step for freedom in a turbulent time for America. The citizens of Troy later raised today's equivalent of $14,000 to buy Nalle's freedom. Please Subscribe and Review Us at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901?mt=2 Like us at www.facebook.com/americasbestoftimes America's Best of Times is a proud partner of the 1001 Stories Podcast Network. You can enjoy all our shows and archives at www.1001storiespodcast.com. Music: the National Anthem by Dusty Strings dustystrings@verizon.net

The US Naval Academy football team hadn't won an Army/Navy game in five years, so they sent a midshipman named Miles to the Navy Band Director with an unusual request. "We need a march that swings, and one that will be remembered for eternity". That was a tall order. Enjoy us at iTunes: (Reviews Needed!) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-best-of-times/id1227478901?mt=2 How to review a Podcast at iTunes: http://www.imore.com/how-rate-or-review-podcast-your-iphone-or-ipad Music: The National Anthem by Dusty Strings DustyStrings@verizon.net All Android Users: Ejoy us at www.1001storiespodcast.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/americasbestoftimes Twitter: @1001podcast

Its 2 am in the morning and Steve and Bruce are about to climb a wall, not knowing for sure what's on the other side...but hoping for the best. 1001 STORIES FOR THE ROAD releases a new episode every Sunday night at 8pm. We're called "Caffeine For the Curious Mind", and promise lots of great stories from the US and abroad. 1001 Stories for the Road episodes average about 15 minutes in length- perfect for your commute, your work out, or as an addition to that cup of hot coffee sitting next to you at your driver's console. Subscribe Free, Listen, Review at iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/1001-stories-for-the-road/id1227478901?mt=2 Android: Catch all our shows and episodes at www.1001storiespodcast.com Reviews are appreciated at iTunes: here's how: http://www.imore.com/how-rate-or-review-podcast-your-iphone-or-ipad Twitter @1001Podcast Like us at www.facebook.com/1001storiesfortheroad We love new ideas! Send to 1001storiespodcast@gmail.com 1001 Stories For the Road is a proud member of the 1001 Stories Podcast Network. we invite you to enjoy our other shows 1001 Heroes, Legends, Histories & Mysteries and 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales

Our new show AMERICA'S BEST OF TIMES premieres Monday April 24th at 8pm EST and you are invited! Each episode provides an upbeat, positive memory of America's best moments- from every corner of American life- history, movies, fads, personalities, rock, inventions, and events, Every Monday and Wednesday night at 8pm EST we'll recall something that took place on a given day of that week and share the story with you. I hope you enjoy hearing the memories as much as I enjoy recalling them. If you do, when the shows start and in the weeks ahead, we need reviews at iTunes- the "how to" link is below. https://www.essentialapple.com/home/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-using-your-iphone To catch all our shows: www.1001storiespodcast.com facebook: Like us at www.facebook.com/americasbestoftimes (take a sneak peak at our first episode summaries) Twitter: @1001Podcast

Our new show AMERICA'S BEST OF TIMES premieres Monday April 24th at 8pm EST and you are invited! Each episode provides an upbeat, positive memory of America's best moments- from every corner of American life- history, movies, fads, personalities, rock, inventions, and events, Every Monday and Wednesday night at 8pm EST we'll recall something that took place on a given day of that week and share the story with you. I hope you enjoy hearing the memories as much as I enjoy recalling them. If you do, when the shows start and in the weeks ahead, we need reviews at iTunes- the "how to" link is below. https://www.essentialapple.com/home/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review-using-your-iphone To catch all our shows: www.1001storiespodcast.com facebook: Like us at www.facebook.com/americasbestoftimes (take a sneak peak at our first episode summaries) Twitter: @1001Podcast