Wild West Podcast
Welcome to the Wild West podcast, where fact and legend merge. We present the true accounts of individuals who settled in towns built out of hunger for money, regulated by fast guns, who walked on both sides of the law, patrolling, investing in, and regulating the brothels, saloons, and gambling houses. These are stories of the men who made the history of the Old West come alive - bringing with them the birth of legends, brought to order by a six-gun and laid to rest with their boots on. Join us as we take you back in history to the legends of the Wild West. You can support our show by subscribing to Exclusive access to premium content at Wild West Podcast + https://www.buzzsprout.com/64094/subscribe or just buy us a cup of coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/wildwestpodcast
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 266
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Part 1 Introduction Black Sunday's Wrath
The afternoon of April 14, 1935, began with an unsettling calm across the southern Great Plains. After weeks of relentless dust storms, this brief moment of respite felt almost divine—u…
Guns, Greek, and Guerrillas: Belle Starr's Untold Beginning
The infamous Belle Starr—a pistol-packing outlaw queen of the Wild West or a misunderstood historical figure whose legend overshadows reality? This fascinating exploration of Myra Maybe…
Echoes of the Kiowa: Sacred Stories, Spiritual Power, and the Legacy of Satanta
The sprawling plains of North America once thundered with the hoofbeats of countless bison and horses belonging to the Kiowa Nation – a people experiencing a golden age of cultural flou…
Pistols and Petticoats: How Five Women Rewrote Western History
Step back in time to the American frontier where five extraordinary women defied expectations and carved their names into history.
The vast expanses of the American West weren't just sh…
Death Misfire: How a Jammed Gun Saved Wild Bill Hickok in Hays City
A single mechanical failure changed the course of Western history on a hot July night in 1870. When Medal of Honor recipient Private John Kile pressed his Army Remington against Wild Bi…
Death Comes for Texas Dick: A Frontier Tale of Justice and Revenge
Step back in time to autumn 1877, where the whispers of history echo beneath the branches of an oak tree at Sawlog Creek. Frank Buskirk and his fellow drovers have just completed their …
When Indians Attacked: The True Story That Inspired Lonesome Dove
The forgotten heroes who shaped the American West emerge through the harrowing tale of the 1867 cattle drive that would later inspire the beloved "Lonesome Dove" narrative. As northeast…
Hays City 1869: Wild Bill's Deadly Justice
At the razor's edge where civilization meets chaos stood a man whose name struck both fear and awe - Wild Bill Hickok. The sweltering summer of 1869 found Hays City, Kansas transformed …
Wild Bill was more than his guns—he was a man of striking contradictions.
Step into the captivating world of one of the American frontier's most enigmatic figures as we unravel the complex tapestry of James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok. Beyond the legendary gunf…
When Lawlessness Decides Who Lives and Who Dies: A Frontier Murder Story
Before Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson became synonymous with Dodge City, a more sinister form of "justice" ruled the streets. "The William Taylor Incident" transports you to 1873 frontier…
When Jokes Backfire: The Cautionary Tale of Dodge City's Indian Act
Bat Masterson wasn't just a legendary gunfighter—he may have been the greatest practical joker the American West ever produced. His favorite prank? The notorious "Indian Act," where he …
When Bullets Flew in Dodge: The Plaza Shootout of April 16, 1881
The crack of gunfire shatters the morning air over Dodge City's dusty plaza. A black derby hat bobs above a railroad embankment as bullets fly from every direction. It's April 16, 1881,…
The Dead Men Who Made Dodge City Infamous Walk Again Through Their Stories
While most Western history fans know the famous lawmen and outlaws who made Dodge City legendary, the actual souls buried on Boot Hill Cemetery have remained largely forgotten—until now…
Was Dutch Henry Really at Adobe Walls? A Deep Dive into Western Mythology
Step into the contested territory of frontier legend as we continue our deep dive into the life of Dutch Henry Borne, one of the American West's most enigmatic figures. From cavalry sco…
This Week in the West
Get ready, Western enthusiasts! At Wild West Podcast, we are thrilled to unveil an incredible new partnership with the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum! Together, we're embarki…
The Gathering Storm: Tensions Rise in Dodge City
The saloon doors swing open on a sweltering evening in Dodge City as Cimarron George seeks refuge from the oppressive prairie heat. What begins as a simple quest for companionship quick…
Dime Novel Promotional
At the Wild West podcast, we are on an inspiring mission to revive the spirit of the classic dime novel, reimagining it for a modern audience while accounting for inflation in both pric…
Deadly Moonlight: The Tragic Tale of Dora Hand
A single gunshot in the darkness of a Dodge City night forever altered the course of Western history, claiming the life of beloved performer Dora Hand in a case of tragic mistaken ident…
From Pamphlets to Cultural Phenomenon: The Evolution of 19th Century Dime Novels
Affordable literature changed America forever. In 1860, a publishing revolution began when Beadle's Dime Novels introduced inexpensive, accessible fiction to the masses. For just ten ce…
Wyatt Earp's Early Challenges: Law, Order, and Rivalries in Wichita
What challenges did Wyatt Earp face in his early law enforcement days, and how did he manage to navigate the rough-and-tumble world of the American frontier? Prepare yourself for a rive…