Remembering D-Day Through the Eyes of History

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Saturday, June 6, 2026

The Peter Boyles Show June 6, 2026 HOUR 3: Peter Boyles opens the phones on the anniversary of D-Day, leading to a wide-ranging conversation about history, leadership, media, war, and American culture. Listeners reflect on the sacrifices of World War II, the leadership of General Dwight Eisenhower, and why D-Day receives less public attention today than it once did.

The discussion also revisits the legacy of Easy Rider, with callers sharing personal stories about Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper, memories from the film's production in Taos, New Mexico, and the lasting influence of motorcycle culture. Peter shares behind-the-scenes stories about Fonda, Hopper, and the legendary motorcycles featured in the film.

Later, Peter promotes the upcoming "Wish Ride of Colorado" fundraiser benefiting Make-A-Wish, highlighting a motorcycle poker run that helps grant wishes for children, including a young history enthusiast hoping to visit the Normandy beaches.

The hour closes with deeper reflections on Eisenhower's leadership, the burden of wartime decisions, the changing nature of journalism, and the lessons modern America can still learn from the Greatest Generation.