Paul Harvey Warned Us in 1965, His Words Are Hauntingly True Today!
When I was a child in the 1970s, some of my fondest memories revolve around sitting beside my mother in our cozy living room, the radio’s warm glow filling the air as we tuned into Paul Harvey’s daily broadcasts. Every afternoon, like clockwork, we’d settle into our favorite armchair, and as the familiar theme music played, we knew we were about to hear stories that ranged from small-town America’s endearing quirks to world events delivered with a unique blend of wit, gravitas, and homespun wisdom.
Mom always insisted that Paul Harvey possessed an almost prophetic insight into human nature and the unfolding arc of history. She’d lean forward and whisper, “Watch how he connects the dots,” and I’d marvel at his ability to weave seemingly unrelated events into a coherent narrative—so much so that it often felt as if he were peering straight into the future. He warned listeners about shifts in our economy, changes in social attitudes, even the growing influence of technology and media on our daily lives. Back then, it was easy to chalk it up to vivid storytelling. Today, listening to those same words echo through time, it’s astonishing to realize how many of his observations have come to pass, almost exactly as he described them more than half a century ago.
Paul Harvey’s famous sign-off—“And now you know… the rest of the story”—was more than a catchy phrase; it was an invitation to think deeper, to recognize the patterns that govern society and to prepare for what might lie ahead. He foresaw the rise of global connectivity long before the Internet became household knowledge, he cautioned about the political polarization that would challenge our institutions, and he even spoke of environmental issues at a time when few people saw them as urgent. Listening now, it’s like watching a time-lapse of history unfold in real time, with Harvey’s voice serving as a steady guide through decades of transformation.
I recall one particular broadcast from the late ’70s in which he described a world where “machines will learn from experience, and voices will travel across continents in an instant.” My mother and I exchanged amused glances—surely that was hyperbole, we thought. Yet today, we rely on artificial intelligence in our phones and witness video calls with loved ones thousands of miles away, just as he described. In another episode, he spoke of social movements igniting change, warning that complacency would be a greater danger than adversity itself. His words resonate in every headline about civic engagement and grassroots activism.
Listening to those vintage recordings now, I feel a profound connection not only to my mother—who taught me to value curiosity and critical thinking—but to the broader sweep of history that Paul Harvey so eloquently chronicled. The clip below brings those moments back to life: his rich baritone voice, the cadence of his delivery, and the timeless truths he shared. Whether you’re a longtime fan or hearing his voice for the first time, I invite you to experience the remarkable clarity of his vision. As you listen, consider how much of what he predicted has already shaped our world, and how much remains to be written. After all, Paul Harvey once reminded us that “history is still going on”—and in revisiting his words, we find both a mirror of our past and a guide to our future. Watch the video below, and let his insights spark your own reflections on where we’ve been—and where we’re headed.
