
Heroes Behind the Headlines: a new podcast featuring an explosive new story every episode. First-hand accounts of adventures and events which have shaped our world . The real stories behind the headlines you know, told by the heroes you don’t. Hosted by NYT and international bestselling author Ralph Pezzullo.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & CultureNewsNews Commentary | |||

With the country of Venezuela and the criminal behavior of the Maduro regime currently headline news, today’s guest is particularly timely – petroleum executive, kidnapping victim and author Jose Angel Pereira.
At first glance, Jose Angel Pereira’s... more
On the evening of January 7, 2025 several destructive wildfires swept through the Los Angeles area, including the fast-moving Eaton Fire near the neighborhoods of Altadena and Pasadena. Firefighters and three night-flying helicopters with the Los An... more
HBH is so proud of this episode--we think this breakdown of an important and ongoing issue bears repeating:
Award-winning journalist Sam Quinones lays out the facts behind the meth and fentanyl drug crisis in the U.S.:
He expertly describes how mas... more
In 1944, Sgt. Donald D. Fida was tortured and gutted by Japanese solders and left to die in the Philippine jungle, when his childhood friend miraculously came upon him and saved his life. Because of this experience, Donald survived and continued to ... more
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Having “Jerry” Blaine is traitorous. I will never listen to this pathetic podcast again.
Love the podcast but music is a ti y but distracting. Maybe turn down a little. Also I’m listening to older eps so maybe that’s already been addressed…
I enjoy the theme of the show but the interviewer constantly interrupts the interview with loud bassy “yeah”s and “mhm”s. Some times he will say “yeah” , “mhm” ten times before the person can even finish a sentence 🤦🏻♂️making the show borderline unlistenable.
Ralph is a top-rate-salt-of-the-earth guy, he knows his guests and research’s who they are, where they’ve been and what they’ve done. And it shows in every episode of his podcast.
Just listened to Black Dahlia. Wow!
And great to hear Mike Dawson’s voice and that he is producing the podcast. Nice!!
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The series presents captivating stories that focus on individuals who have made significant contributions to society, often maintaining a low profile despite their impactful actions. Each episode typically features first-hand accounts from guests who share their extraordinary experiences related to topics such as war, espionage, medical crises, and historical events that have shaped contemporary society. The compelling narratives unveil the resilience, courage, and dedication of these heroes, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own lives and the challenges faced by those in transformative roles.
Unique in its approach, the series emphasizes lesser-known, often untold stories, providing a platform for heroes from diverse backgrounds, ... more
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Recent guests on Heroes Behind Headlines include:
1. Jose Angel Pereira
2. Sam Quinones
3. Donald D. Fida
4. Dash Wong
5. Denise Kiernan
6. Douglas Horne
7. Dr. Walt Larimore
8. Troy Hillman
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