Michael McCusker discusses the possible legacy of humanity, sharing an essay he wrote.

This week on A Story Told, Michael McCusker shares the works of poet Langston Hughes, whose words take on renewed meaning in our current political climate.

Michael McCusker honors the 100th anniversary of public radio.

This week on A Story Told, Michael McCusker share international reaction to Trumps invasion of Venezuela.

This week on A Story Told, as a new year dawns, Michael McCusker assesses the complex legacy of the US.

This week on A Story Told, Michael McCusker talks about human rights, Eleanor Roosevelt and the legacy of Donald J. Trump.

Michael McCusker shares his views on the futility of war.

Michael reads about a collection of Nazi stamps and the demise of Northwest forests. He ends with the poem ‘Storm’ by John Paul Barrett.

Michael shares his misgivings about the history of Veterans Day, which was once called Armistice Day to honor peace. He also shares a bitingly sarcastic essay about the concept of patriotism and what it means in different political contexts.

Michael McCusker is at his storytelling best, as he share his autobiographical account of a harrowing series of events he experienced in Vietnam in 1966. Entitled, “Happy Birthday, Mother,” this graphic look at the real costs of war will stay with you long after you’ve heard it.