When I was a young boy in the 1970s, I enjoyed helping my father bail hay during the hot summers. The small transistor radio that faithfully followed me throughout those long days during the golden years allowed me to find peace. When the sun was at its zenith at noon, I would take a break by stopping the tractor and parking it beneath a massive tree for plenty of shade. The lovely scent of my lunch would entice me as I sat down to eat. However, Paul Harvey’s captivating voice was what truly brought me back to my youth; it was more than just the food that fed my spirit.

During those times, I was surrounded by my family’s warmth—parents, brothers, grandmothers, aunts, and uncles—all of whom were vibrant and full of life. Oh, how I yearn for those special times. Paul Harvey’s voice was a formidable force from 1952 to 2008, reaching a staggering 24 million listeners each week. On over 1,200 radio stations, 400 AFN stations, and 300 newspapers, he could be heard speaking in resonant tones. Most notably, listeners around the world were enthralled by his renowned radio program “The Rest of the Story.”. With Paul Harvey’s captivating demeanor, America discovered a genuine gem.