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From Columbus to Jamestown: America's Messy Origins | The American Story | Ep 1
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- The Glenn Beck Podcast
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- Apr 11, 2026
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- 3101
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Summary
A mysterious armored skeleton discovered in 1831 sets the stage for a sweeping journey into America’s earliest days. In this premiere episode of The American Story: the Beginnings, we trace the chain reaction that led from Columbus’ westward gamble to Martin Luther’s world-shaking Reformation, and finally to the deadly struggle for survival at Jamestown. John Smith’s capture, Pocahontas’ dramatic intervention, the Starving Time, the rise of tobacco, the first representative assembly, and the early roots of slavery all collide in this gripping narrative. It’s a story of ambition, faith, conflict, and providence – revealing how a swampy outpost in Virginia became the unlikely birthplace of a new nation. GLENN'S SPONSORS: PreBorn: Together, we can end the tragedy of abortion, one mother and baby at a time. To donate securely, dial #250 and say the keyword “baby,” or visit https://preborn.com/glenn. Relief Factor: If you’re living with aches and pains, see how Relief Factor, a daily drug-free supplement, could help you feel better and live better. Try the three-week QuickStart for just $19.95 by visiting https://ReliefFactor.com. Real Estate Agents I Trust: When you’re buying or selling a home, you need a real estate agent you can trust. Visit https://realestateagentsitrust.com/ to find the top-selling real estate agents in your area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices