The Rest of the Story
For Aunt, Survived Plane Crash
by
Read by Paul Harvey
Paul Harvey’s The Rest of the Story presents brief, carefully shaped accounts of people and events, often beginning with an intriguing detail or familiar version of a story. Harvey’s distinctive, measured delivery draws listeners in as he follows the account toward a surprising connection or revelation.
Each segment is a compact piece of radio storytelling, built around narration rather than dialogue or a large cast. The stories range across history and everyday life, uncovering lesser-known circumstances behind people, incidents, and ideas. This installment’s title points to a story about an aunt who survived a plane crash.
The program’s appeal lies in its conversational voice, concise pacing, and the pleasure of discovering an unexpected final piece of the story. Harvey’s pauses and emphasis give each account the feel of a personal anecdote, making the series well suited to listeners who enjoy short, fact-centered narratives.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.