When I was a kid in the 1970s, I used to assist my father by making hay bales in the summer. I always had a little radio with me...
At noon, I would take a break for lunch. I would park the tractor under a tree, eat my meal, and listen to Paul Harvey. Hearing his voice brings back memories of joyful summers when my family was all together and well. I feel unhappy when I remember that moment.
From 1952 to 2008, Paul Harvey spoke to as many as 24 million listeners each week. The "Paul Harvey News" was aired on 1,200 radio stations, 400 American Forces Network stations, and 300 newspapers. A lot of people recognize him most for his popular radio show part called “The Rest of the Story.”
America found a valuable treasure in Paul Harvey. Individuals from various age groups looked up to him not only for his tales and knowledge, but also for the comforting sensation his calming and familiar voice provided them with. His voice could take you to another place for a short time, making you think and maybe even changing how you see things forever.
This man has a lot of valuable advice about life if you are open to hearing it. I long for the past. Moments when you reflect on yourself. Sometimes I think if we, as individuals, still do that sufficiently.
Before starting his work on TV, Paul Harvey wrote an essay that he edited several times throughout the years. This text can be seen in different ways: symbolically or literally, and both interpretations are acceptable.
In this audio, you will hear Paul Harvey reading the 1996 version of the essay. It's impressive how accurate some of his predictions are.