Saturday, July 4th, 2026 — Happy Independence Day! Today’s stories are about ideas that continued echoing long after the moments that created them.
In this episode, we look at the incredible coincidence of Thomas Jefferson and John Adams both dying on the 50th anniversary of American independence… follow Henry David Thoreau as he begins his famous experiment at Walden Pond… and meet the radio personality who helped introduce America to what would become known as rock and roll.
Plus, a birthday tribute to Ann Landers, whose thoughtful advice became a trusted companion for millions of readers.
Some moments make history.
Others keep shaping it for generations.