Andrew McCrea

Drawing upon his travels and experiences as a farmer and rancher, radio broadcaster and speaker, Andrew McCrea shares stories from the American countryside.

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Education
The Magic Behind Bell Making: From the Famous SNL ‘More Cowbell’ Skit to the Iconic Bell in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
While the use of bells when Bevin Bells was founded in 1832 is much different today, the sixth-generation company continues to spread Christmas cheer year-round.
December 24, 2024 09:37 AM
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Andrew McCrea
Education
A Look at the Largest Sleigh Collection in the U.S.
Bill Engle remembers attending a sale 22 years ago where some old sleighs were being sold. That sparked an interest and today, he has a growing collection with nearly 300 sleighs.
December 22, 2023 05:38 PM
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Andrew McCrea
Minnesota Christmas Tree
Industry
A Magical Rural Minnesota Christmas Tree
In 2012, Jerry Lageson flipped the switch and transformed an oak tree into a landmark for thousands of passersby. South of Faribault, Minn., Lageson annually adorns this tree with 50,000 white lights.
December 22, 2022 01:00 PM
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Andrew McCrea
Terry Buckler
Industry
Meet the Farm Kid Who Became the Youngest Green Beret on a Daring U.S. Military Mission
Terry Buckler, a Missouri farm kid, shares the story of his time as a Green Beret and the historic raid on Son Tay prison in Vietnam.
July 13, 2022 03:27 PM
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Andrew McCrea