Real Stories Podcast
28 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsReal People, Real Stories, Real History. Brian and Graham dive into some of their favorite historical tales from the Heart of it All.
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The Real Story of Cadet Collins
January 16, 2024 22:15 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBToday we sat down with West Point Cadet Ethan Collins. Ethan, a Yuk, spoke about what it takes to get into the United States Military Academy, cadet life, and what it means to uphold the motto; Duty, Honor, Country.
Growing up Golfing, with Brett Montgomery
September 15, 2023 15:57 - 1 hour - 69 MBToday we sat down with Brett Montgomery and talked about his career on the golf course and more. Brett is a 4-time N10 Player of the Year, 3-Time Northwest District Champion, 2-Time All Ohioan, and finished 2nd at the 2019 State Golf Tournament.He attended Marshall University for 2 years and is now grinding it out trying to make a living playing the game he loves. We talked about competitive youth golf, game winning three-pointers, family, friends, and more. Mostly we discussed a real story o...
The Real Story of Steve Schertzer
August 01, 2023 13:56 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBSteve Schertzer is many things; a father, husband, coach, teacher, mentor, and really cool dude. But mention his name around track & field fans and one thing comes to mind- the high jump! In the early 1970’s Steve held the world record (yes…world) for his age group in the high jump. He was a 4-time placer at the Ohio State Track Meet, 2-time state champion, he held the state record for a while, still holds the Upper Sandusky High School record at 6’9 and the Morehead State record at 6’10”. F...
Real Frog Tales, Ask Why.
May 29, 2023 10:01 - 2 hours - 130 MBRon Gottfried serves. He shut down German TV, cracked jokes to the media after the Carey Blast, saved the OU Basketball team from the Blizzard of ‘78, helped recover the missing OLC jewels, and helped build ball diamonds. He takes his job seriously but not himself, he is humble. He helped solve countless crimes over a long career as a peace officer because he is patient like a wolf...still he never solved a robbery. Allow me to introduce a man of wit, sound judgement, and fantastic timing. T...
The Real Reile Story
April 06, 2023 00:30 - 1 hour - 141 MBJim and Em Reile welcomed us into their home to discuss their story. Through 65 years of marriage, these two love birds have been busy doing all the things. This was a winding road of a story...farming, law enforcement, high school sports in the 50's, Whitefish Falls' Upper Sandusky Connection, and much more. We all know winding roads are the most fun!
Historical Connections with Betsy Bowen
December 20, 2022 15:51 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBReal Stories values the passion that goes into keeping our history alive. Today’s guest is a testament to just that. A local historian who has spent the bulk of her adult life studying, discussing, teaching and preserving the past of this place. As a caretaker and records keeper for the Mission Church in Upper Sandusky, she has served a vital role in maintaining the connection between Wyandot County and the Wyandotte Nation. Her passion is contagious and her wisdom is priceless. It was a bla...
Sue the Baker
November 07, 2022 01:29 - 1 hour - 157 MBSue Baker’s story is lighthearted yet wonderfully candid. Since the day she was born (literally) Sue has been winning hearts with her wit, good sense, and industriousness. This one spans North America, going behind the curtain on some of America’s classic culinary delights. .
The Real Story of Doctor Konstantine Solacoff
June 17, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 210 MBSome stories are just so much more than what words can explain in an hour. Doctor Konstantine Solacoff practiced medicine in Upper Sandusky for over 50 years, but that is only part of his story. Follow along as he explains his parent's emigration from Greece, his childhood friendship with Neil Amrstrong, Ohio State when it cost $25 a quarter, and much much more. This is a real story that takes us all over the country! Thanks again to Dori and Konstantine for welcoming us into their real s...
Lake Central Flight 527
April 30, 2022 14:39 - 52 minutes - 96.8 MBAt 7;52pm on March 5, 1967 a group of 38 souls took off from Columbus onboard Lake Central Flight 527...just 17 minutes later they fell from the sky in a horrific crash that left zero survivors. This is the real story of that crash and its aftermath.
Crock Night...A Real Story of John Grafmiller
February 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 187 MBJohn "Crock" Grafmiller's story is fun, insightful, and wonderfully candid. Along with tales of his education, upbringing, and deep relationships we also learned that Crock flew the classic Huey Helicopter on over 700 missions during The Vietnam War. A recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, we find his sense of duty and humility truly inspiring and hope to have helped John tell his real story in a way that honors all of those who have served.
Coach Bell
January 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBFrom 1973-2008 Coach Anrda Bell molded Upper Sandusky's Lady Rams Basketball program into a perennial powerhouse in Northern Ohio. While amassing 538 wins, 10 Northern Ohio League, 21 sectional, 8 district and 3 regional championships Andra became a staple around town, in the halls of USHS, and in the hearts of the young ladies she coached. But as you will hear, she is much more than a basketball coach. She is a farm girl who honors her parents, loves her friends, and inspires us all with h...
The Real Story of Coach Andra Bell
January 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBFrom 1973-2008 Coach Anrda Bell molded Upper Sandusky's Lady Rams Basketball program into a perennial powerhouse in Northern Ohio. While amassing 538 wins, 10 Northern Ohio League, 21 sectional, 8 district and 3 regional championships Andra became a staple around town, in the halls of USHS, and in the hearts of the young ladies she coached. But as you will hear, she is much more than a basketball coach. She is a farm girl who honors her parents, loves her friends, and inspires us all with h...
Koehler Drug, Just what the Doctor Ordered
December 27, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBBrenda Koehler walks us through the story of Koehler Drug, as the sun rises on a new chapter for Upper Sandusky's longest serving pharmacy.
A Chat with Andy Stephan
December 21, 2021 15:30 - 1 hour - 136 MBAndy Stephan is a Wyandot County boy who spread his wings and has flown (literally) all over the world during his career in the Air Force and as a commercial pilot. His story is a great primer on how to work your way through the armed services. Our discussion circles from growing up at Stephan Lumber Company to building air strips in the Middle East, to how diplomacy can help bring about the better angels in all of us.
The Treaty with the Wyandots, 1842
November 17, 2021 19:25 - 1 hour - 165 MBFrom 1630-1843 the Wyandot People lit their fires along the banks of the Sandusky River. This is a humble attempt at telling the Real Story of how the Wyandot came to leave Upper Sandusky for their new home "afar in the west."
Charles Dickens and the Garrett Inn
September 21, 2021 10:30 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn the spring of 1842, Charles Dickens traveled through Upper Sandusky during his travels in America, Listen to the real story of his adventure.
Season 2 Teaser
September 11, 2021 13:28 - 3 minutes - 5.72 MBJust a taste, the tip...of the Iceberg, the big tease. Full episodes coming soon.
Robbie Darling
July 01, 2021 18:46 - 1 hour - 189 MBToday we talked with Rob Gagnon, a hometown boy who's career in the fashion industry launched him from Columbus, to NYC, to Marin County California and back again. This real story takes us from the "catwalk" in the Saint Peter's gymnasium, through Otterbein College, to the streets of New York on 9/11, to earthquakes in California. Please enjoy the Real Story of Rob Gagnon.
Life of Pie
June 03, 2021 19:49 - 30 seconds - 181 MBToday we sat down with Dale Piecha to talk about being a Navy brat, coaching football, having kids, and loving life. Enjoy!
Fritz and the Kid
May 12, 2021 12:26 - 2 hours - 239 MBFritz and the Kid was an Upper Sandusky based band that played over 700 shows between 1992 and 2011. Today we sat down and got their real story.
Boy Mayor
April 16, 2021 18:58 - 1 hour - 141 MBToday we interview former Mayor Scott Washburn to learn about his real story and his meteoric rise from Pizza King to Mayor.
Boy Mayor, The Real Scott Washburn Story
April 16, 2021 18:58 - 1 hour - 141 MBToday we interview former Mayor Scott Washburn to learn about his real story and his meteoric rise from Pizza King to Mayor.
Old Mission
April 14, 2021 18:41 - 39 minutes - 73 MBThe Old Mission Cemetery, built in 1824, has a storied past that begins with John Stewart (A rouge Methodist Missionary) wandering into Ohio in 1813. This is a story of bravery, alcohol, singing, and politics.
News from the Day- The Grummel Boys
February 23, 2021 19:25 - 12 minutes - 23 MBBrian and Graham discuss an old newspaper clipping about a bike race in Tymochtee Township, Wyandot County, Ohio. Thanks to Mr. Kim Dysinger Moore.
The Story of Colonel Crawford Part 2
February 04, 2021 20:59 - 52 minutes - 95.3 MBFollow Crawford and his company to the Sandusky Plains and ultimately to Crawford's burning at the stake.
The Story of Colonel William Crawford Part 1
February 03, 2021 20:40 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBThis is the real story of the life and horrid death of Colonel William Crawford. Today, Brian and I trace the roots of Crawford's life and discuss the circumstances that brought him to Mingo Bottom in the spring of 1782.
The Story of Caty Sage
January 15, 2021 19:29 - 35 minutes - 64.9 MBIn 1792, 5 year old Caty sage was kidnapped near Elk Creek Virginia...nearly 60 years later she was found. Listen in to find out her story.
Our Real Story
January 15, 2021 18:56 - 24 minutes - 45.6 MBGraham and Brian talk about why and how they came to love history and why stories are so important to the human experience.