Host Brian Smith discusses the story behind the story of the Kent State shootings on May 4, 1970. Students at Kent State University rallied to protest the invasion of Cambodia during the Vietnam War. Ohio National Guards—called in to restore order—unexpectedly opened fire on the students, killing four and wounding nine others.

Host Brian Smith describes "the Story Behind the Story" of the Petersen House, now known as the house where Lincoln died. The Peterson House is rooted in the tragic events of April 14-15, 1865. After President Lincoln was shot at Ford's Theatre, he was carried across the street to the Petersen House, a boarding house owned by William and Anna Petersen, where he ultimately passed away. The house, built in 1849, had served as both a family home and a boarding house, providing accommodation for various residents. After Lincoln's death, the house became a historic site and a museum, memorializing the final moments of the 16th president.

Host Brian Smith describes the trial of Jesus, as depicted in the Gospels. The trial involved a series of hearings before Jewish religious authorities (led by Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin) and the Roman governor Pontius Pilate, ultimately leading to his condemnation and crucifixion.

Host Brian Smith describes in great detail the wounds and the suffering that Jesus endured during his crucifixion. The New Testament accounts detail Jesus' suffering during his crucifixion, including wounds from the crown of thorns, scourging, and the piercing of his hands, feet, and side with a lance, which are often referred to as the "Five Holy Wounds".

Host Brian Smith examines the Ohio State mystery of the disappearance of Brian Shaffer, a second-year medical student at Ohio State University. Shaffer vanished without a trace on April 1, 2006, after being seen entering the Ugly Tuna Saloona bar but never leaving, sparking a national media frenzy and an unsolved mystery.

Host Brian Smith reexamines the 1908 Collinwood School fire of 1908. The "Story of the Story" of this event details tragic circumstances that resulted in the deaths of 172 children and two teachers, making it the deadliest school fire in U.S. history.

The Story Behind The Story of the murderous murder spree of Charles Starkweather and his teenage girlfriend, Caril Ann Fugate.