April 27, 2022 - National Babe Ruth Day | National Tell A Story Day

Welcome to April 27, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate the Sultan of Swat and spinning a yarn with the best of them. The word “Ruthian” is used to describe a sports feat that is so incredible, it seems almost impossible. The word is a tribute to the legendary Babe Ruth. When he joined the New York Yankees in 1920, the record for home runs in a season was 27. That season he hit 54. Over the next 14 years, he led the league in home runs 12 times. And because of his all or nothing style, he also led the league in strikeouts 5 times as well. The Sultan of Swat was honored on April 27, 1947 before a crowd of 60,000 with his very own National Day. On National Babe Ruth Day, we celebrate a true American hero, who taught us to go big or go home. The art of storytelling has been around since the dawn of time. Before we had writing, history was passed on through stories. These days you can find almost any tale online, but there is a particular joy in hearing one told firsthand. Luckily, the real McCoy still walks the streets of Kingman, AZ in storyteller Jim Hinckley. Jim has made an international name for himself with 18 books, lectures and a recorded walking tour, but he is equally happy to guide you one on one. His tagline is “Telling people where to go since 1992.” The good natured soul in a cowboy hat is literally brimming with a love for history. You may have your own resident storyteller but here at the Gateway to Route 66, Jim is up for an adventure and happy to take you with him. On National Tell A Story Day, celebrate the art of spinning a yarn with someone who knows it best. I’m Anna Devere and I’m Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices