This is American Roots — the story of the people, places, and events that came before us and shaped us into who we are today. This is more than just an origin story. This is the genealogy of our country. In this series, we make connections — from one person to the next, to one generation to the next.
We explore how ordinary moments led to extraordinary outcomes. How ideas, courage, and persistence led to exploration, a new country, and innovation. We discover the relationships, careers, personalities, and faith of the men and women who sought a new life and a new purpose in a new world. We uncover their challenges and victories, their hopes and fears. We meet heroes and villains, sinners and saints. You will hear of famous names and ordinary people, major events and moments that didn’t make it to the history books. We make connections that show how everyday life shaped our past and formed our present.
American Roots The Podcast 