The Untold Story with Martha MacCallum

The Untold Story with Martha MacCallum

Martha MacCallum, host of The Story on the FOX News Channel, sits down with a major newsmaker each week to get their "Untold Story." Martha's guests share inspiring stories of perseverance, positivity and more.

Episodes

May 21, 2025 25 mins
For over 20 years, Sean "Diddy" Combs was a global superstar and major entertainment figure—that was until his celebrity lifestyle came to an abrupt end in September 2024 after multiple accusations of sex crimes and racketeering. On May 12, 2025, Combs' trial began with prosecutors attempting to prove that the defendant abused his fame and power. FOX News correspondent CB Cotton has been covering the trial, and she joins to provid...
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Last week, the world watched as a new Pope was announced. The chosen man is American, Pope Leo XIV. Theologian and FOX News Contributor Jonathan Morris describes what the Conclave voting process may have looked like for the Cardinals. He explains that although Pope Leo XIV is American and may not have been a front runner during the process, he has the humility, intellect, and clarity to represent the Catholic Church.  Martha and...
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This week, President Trump embarked on his first major trip abroad of his second term. The President traveled to the Middle East to improve diplomatic relations in the region and make economic deals for the United States. The trip aims to strengthen relationships with Saudi Arabia and the UAE, though the President is not scheduled to travel to Israel. Former senior policy advisor for the Secretary of State and former special rep...
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This week has marked many significant moments for the Trump administration and the world. In a press conference on Thursday, President Trump signed the first major trade deal with the United Kingdom, a longstanding ally of the United States. Meanwhile, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated after recent conflicts.   Vice President J.D. Vance sat down with Martha to discuss the next phase of the Trump administration's agen...
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After Pope Francis's death last month, Cardinals from around the world are gathering for the Papal Conclave in Rome. They will discuss the state of the Catholic Church and advocate for their chosen candidate for the next Pope.  Author and host of The Catholic Guy Show, Lino Rulli, describes the process of electing a new Pope. He explains who he thinks are frontrunners and why that may not necessarily mean they have a shot at the t...
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On Wednesday, Martha and Cardinal Dolan reflected on Pope Francis’s passing and the enduring hope within the Catholic Church. As the College of Cardinals prepares to elect a new pope, they look ahead to the Church’s future. As Cardinal Dolan enters his second conclave, he addresses the assertion that Cardinals belong to 'liberal' or 'conservative' camps -- emphasizing that the Cardinals see themselves as a connected group of bel...
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Martha initially went to Rome on a pilgrimage to honor the Jubilee Year — a sacred trip that she and roughly 200 other people from the Archdiocese of New York were invited on by Pope Francis. None of them expected that, days after arrival, they would be paying their final respects to the man who played a pivotal role in the Catholic Church. Cardinal Timothy Dolan joins Martha to reflect on the life of Pope Francis and celebrate ...
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Many Americans have voiced the belief that America's rising number of autism diagnoses is due to greater awareness of the disorder, and how vast the autism spectrum is. Though this might be true, could the rising number in these diagnoses also be connected to America's high rates of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, or obesity?  TrueMed co-founder Calley Means joins to discuss why HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President T...
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U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stated the country is facing an "autism epidemic," — a concern he says immense testing and research efforts are being dedicated to understanding why 1 in 31 people were diagnosed with autism in 2022, when only roughly 1 in 10,000 Americans were diagnosed with the disorder in the 1960s.    Martha is joined by Wall Street Journal Editorial Board member Allysia Finley,...
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April 18, 2025 19 mins
While tensions between the United States and China increase, whether China will invade Taiwan remains a major question for American industries. Senior Fellow for China Strategy at the Heritage Foundation, Michael Pillsbury describes the potential military risk China imposes and the challenges of separating the U.S. and Chinese economies.    Michael explains that China has been applying pressure to the U.S. in very knowledgeable, ta...
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The Trump administration's efforts to reorder the trade imbalance have led to a pressure campaign featuring 145% tariffs on China. Beijing has responded with an increase in tariffs on U.S. goods as well as halting the export of rare earth minerals.   FOX News Channel's chief national security correspondent, Jennifer Griffin, explains what the U.S. is doing to be militarily ready to compete with China. She describes the strategic im...
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April 11, 2025 14 mins
In part two of Martha's conversation with the Russian Deputy Team Lead and Evans Hanson Fellow at the Institute for the Study of War, Karolina Hird, they continue discussing the silent war on Ukrainian children.    Karolina unveils Russian President Vladimir Putin's current initiative to re-educate Ukrainian children and the lasting psychological effects it will have on them. She also explains why President Putin believes kids are ...
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The Russian war on Ukraine began three-years ago and reports on the terror that has ensued often excludes the devastating impact on children.  Russian Deputy Team Lead and Evans Hanson Fellow at the Institute for the Study of War, Karolina Hird, shares her research on the humanitarian crisis that has occurred during Russian occupation of Ukrainian territory.    Martha is joined by Karolina to discuss her recent piece on the Institu...
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Martha revisits her conversation with British Journalist Omid Scobie to discuss the British Royal Family's new era with King Charles leading the Monarchy. He provides insight into Prince Harry and Megan Sussex's strained relationship with the other members of the Royal family.    Plus, Omid reminisces on writing his book Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy’s Fight for Survival.  Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
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How can you cleanse and improve your gut health?   While the Make America Healthy Again movement has highlighted issues in America's ingredients, other methods exist to live healthier lives. Martha revisits her conversation with Clinical Herbalist Olivia Amitrano, who describes why the world's oldest form of healing, holistic medicine, can change lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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As the first 100 days of President Trump's second term come to an end, journalist, author, director, and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, Matthew Continetti, covers President Trump's economic policies. He explains why President Trump uses tariffs as helpful leverage to persuade foreign auto companies to move more of their production to the U.S.    Later, Matthew describes the ongoing negotiations between the U.S....
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Martha revisits her conversation with CEO and Co-Founder of Hallow, a Catholic app for prayer, Alex Jones, to discuss what inspired the creation of the world's #1 prayer and meditation app. Alex shares his love of meditation apps and the structure they provide, which sparked his desire to share God's message digitally. The Hallow app has provided hope and prayer to millions, and it's doing so despite a polarized political climate....
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FOX News Senior Correspondent and Host of the Searching For Heroes podcast, Benjamin Hall shares the inspirational story behind his new book, Resolute: How We Humans Keep Finding Ways to Beat the Toughest Odds. In the book, Benjamin reflects on his recovery process after being severely injured while reporting on the war in Ukraine, and the invaluable role faith played in his recovery process.  Benjamin and Martha also discuss the ...
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Over one month ago, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. became the 26th Secretary of Health and Human Services. Co-founder of Truemed and co-author of the book "Good Energy," Calley Means provides a progress update on the Make America Healthy Again Movement. After Secretary Kennedy began his role, President Trump crafted the MAHA commission which focuses on how to get children healthier. Calley also discusses MAHA's recent accomplishments and f...
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Fox News contributor and member of The Wall Street Journal editorial board Kimberley Strassel discusses with Martha her two most recent Wall Street Journal pieces, "Dismantling USAID" and "Trump's School Choice."   Kimberly covers the Trump administration's efforts to change the federal education system, which includes downsizing the Department of Education. She argues that it has become a political tool for teachers' unions and su...
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