Host Brian Smith tells the harrowing tale of how Juliane Koepcke was flying over the Peruvian rainforest with her mother when her plane was hit by lightning. She survived a two-mile fall and found herself alone in the jungle, just 17. The Story Behind the Story of Juliane Koepcke is how she survived.

Host Brian Smith discusses "The Story Behind The Story" of Ssecretariat", considered the greatest thoroughbed racehorse of the 20th Century. Secretariat was a legendary thoroughbred racehorse whose name reigns supreme in the history of racing. The stallion not only became the first horse in 25 years to win the Triple Crown in 1973, he did it in a way that left spectators breathless.

Host Brian Smith discusses the story behind the story of three lives changed forever by the tragedy of the Kent State shootings on May 4, 1970.

Host Brian Smith discusses the story behind the story of the Kent State shootings on May 4, 1970. Students at Kent State University rallied to protest the invasion of Cambodia during the Vietnam War. Ohio National Guards—called in to restore order—unexpectedly opened fire on the students, killing four and wounding nine others.

Host Brian Smith describes "the Story Behind the Story" of the Petersen House, now known as the house where Lincoln died. The Peterson House is rooted in the tragic events of April 14-15, 1865. After President Lincoln was shot at Ford's Theatre, he was carried across the street to the Petersen House, a boarding house owned by William and Anna Petersen, where he ultimately passed away. The house, built in 1849, had served as both a family home and a boarding house, providing accommodation for various residents. After Lincoln's death, the house became a historic site and a museum, memorializing the final moments of the 16th president.

Host Brian Smith describes the trial of Jesus, as depicted in the Gospels. The trial involved a series of hearings before Jewish religious authorities (led by Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin) and the Roman governor Pontius Pilate, ultimately leading to his condemnation and crucifixion.

Host Brian Smith describes in great detail the wounds and the suffering that Jesus endured during his crucifixion. The New Testament accounts detail Jesus' suffering during his crucifixion, including wounds from the crown of thorns, scourging, and the piercing of his hands, feet, and side with a lance, which are often referred to as the "Five Holy Wounds".