History builds the present. Where we are today is a result of where we have been. Yet, some of the stories that got us here have remained in the shadows. And the true stories of the people and inventions that have built our world are often lost to time. Our only hope for building a better future is to truly understand what got us to the present. From the famous, to the infamous, to the never heard of, these are the unknown backstories of people who have changed the world. In Season 8, award-winning actor Alec Baldwin uncovers the little known backstories of veterans who have built companies, products, and brands that have changed the way we live.
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episode 3: The Woman Who Lost Everything
This is the story of a woman who lost her family, her husband, and even her hair. She hit rock bottom, but she didn’t stay there. She clawed her way up and out, and built an empire in the process.
episode 2: The Woman Who Saved Her Country
This is the story of what one woman did when an evil dictator attacked her family and threatened her home.
episode 1: The Woman Who Everyone Laughed At
This is the story of one woman who was laughed at, made people laugh, and then had the final laugh.
About The Story, Season 1
In Season 1 of The Story, you'll discover the unknown backstories of 12 women who changed the world!