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Jay Stout Chronicles The 303rd Bomb Group In World War II From His Book Hell’s Angels

At the outbreak of World War II, the United States was in no way prepared for war.

And, to defeat Nazi Germany, the Allies had to crush the vaunted Luftwaffe—the most powerful and battle-hardened air force in the world. No invasion of Europe could be fought without air superiority.

The United States was faced with the challenge of turning “amateurs” into an air force to take down the Luftwaffe.

Jay Stout has written the first in-depth examination of America’s most distinguished bomber group—the 303rd Bomb Group flying from Molesworth, England.

His book, Hell’s Angels: The True story Of the 303rd Bomb Group in World War II, chronicles America’s efforts to destroy Nazi Germany’s ability to wage war.

January 8, 2015

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Libby Atwater Examines Perseverance In Her Memoir What Lies Within

You may not know it, but there’s an association of personal historians whose profession is to help others write their family history and personal journey.

Libby Atwater is a member of that society.

After years of helping others investigate and write their stories, she’s learned that everyone has a tale to tell and an interesting background. Often times, it simply takes a skilled person, such as herself, to ferret out the good stuff.

Now, she’s turned the microscope on her own life and written Part One of her memoir, What Lies Within.

September 4, 2014

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Ryan Holiday Reveals His Philosophy For Turning Trials Into Triumphs In The Obstacle Is The Way

In an age of growing entitlement, you’re going to meet an author who believes we should “suck it up. Do our jobs. Do it right. Nobody is coming to save is. If it’s to be, it’s up to me.” His name is Ryan Holiday.

He’s drawn on the ancient philosophers of Stoicism and applied their principles to modern life in an attempt to show the universal truths of how to overcome obstacles.

We discuss his philosophy and show how you can use it to improve your daily life.

May 28, 2014

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Kasey Kirby Explores Free Market Capitalism Through Food Trucks In His Movie, Dog Days

Documentary director, Kasey Kirby, visited Santa Barbara, CA for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival where he debuted his latest movie, Dog Days. The documentary examines whether free market capitalism is the best path to prosperity through the lens of two food truck street vendors in Washington, D.C.

February 6, 2014

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Philip Giroux Presents A Sensitive Way To Address A Difficult Subject From His Book Cash Under The Mattress

Philip Giroux shared the common experience of losing both his parents. Being a landscape architect by training and profession didn’t prepare him for this loss. Furthermore, when he went looking for information on the subject, he discovered a dearth of material available. So, he and Sally Lamb decided to write a book to help others avoid the stress and confusion they experienced themselves.

October 15, 2013