The Rest of the Story

The First Miss America Was Married

English · Radio

Paul Harvey’s The Rest of the Story turns overlooked details from history and everyday life into compact, surprising radio narratives. Harvey begins with a person, event, or familiar piece of information, then gradually reveals the lesser-known circumstances behind it.

Each installment is built around Harvey’s distinctive delivery: measured, conversational, and carefully paced to hold back the key revelation until the end. The program blends historical anecdotes, biographical sketches, and curious true stories, giving listeners a brief narrative with a twist rather than a conventional interview or discussion.

In “The First Miss America Was Married,” the title points to the kind of unexpected detail that defines the series. Harvey’s warm, authoritative voice and knack for a well-timed reveal make the program an inviting listen for anyone who enjoys concise stories that cast familiar subjects in a new light.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.