Tim Gray
A lot of people are interested in World War II, but not many people can bring it to life in vivid new ways. Documentary maker Tim Gray is racing to tell the stories of the veterans who saved the world.
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Adolph Hoffman
He’s 87 years old, still hits the diamond regularly and he’s going for a world record in pole vaulting at the 2011 Senior Olympics. Listen to this interview and you’ll change the way you think about what’s possible later in life.
A Leaping Legend Named Lew
Lew Sanborn is the holder of parachute license D-1, still skydives across the country and he’s 80 years old! See why taking 12,000 foot plunges are his fountain of youth!
World War II’s Fading Memories
There aren’t many people like Bill Coleman. There used to be, but World War II vets are vanishing. Listen to his stories about jumping from a plane on D-Day and understand why his really was the greatest generation.
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Violet Cowden
She helped bring down barriers in the ’40s and is still at it today! This female fighter pilot recently won the highest civilian honor there is, and at 94, has advice for good living that stands the test of time.
Forrest Bird
Aviator, inventor and doctor Forrest Bird has saved millions of lives with his inventions and innovations. Find out how this proud American is still making a difference.
Andrew Carroll
He is the world’s foremost authority on America’s conflicts from our individual soldiers’ points of view.
Aron and Joan Gaudet
Meet the director and star of “The Way We Get By,” one of the most poignant documentaries to tackle the far-reaching impacts of war.
Brave Warrior: WWI Veteran’s Story
Fred Fruehan did not hesitate to enlist in WWI, although he would rather have stayed in Pennsylvania and married his sweetheart, Caroline. But as Fred told us, all involved felt that duty to his country came first.
Forgotten Hero of the Korean War
Today, the Korean conflict is considered the “forgotten war.” It began just five years after the end of World War II and has been overshadowed by the Vietnam War. One of many forgotten heroes was Phillip Kulbes, who received a Silver Star for his bravery.
25 Years Later: An Aviation Legend Remembers
In 1984, at the age of 56, fighter pilot, daredevil and American aviation hero Joe Kittinger completed the first solo trans-Atlantic balloon flight from Maine to Italy. 25 years later, he shares his story with Growing Bolder. Here’s a sneak peek.
Dr. John Linnear
The man who pioneered bariatric surgery may have made a much bigger impact on the world in his youth – he was part of the D-Day invasion.