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Wild West Podcast

Michael King/Brad Smalley

Welcome to the Wild West Podcast, winner of the 2026 Best of Western Podcast award, 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

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6:02

Roundup: A Journey Through Western Poetry and Cowboy...

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2025/09/16

Send us a text Have you ever considered that the weathered saddle in your barn might be telling stories you've never fully heard? The Wild West Podcast invites you to listen more carefully to the language of leather and silver that defines cowboy culture. We journey into the soul of western heritage through the lens of a remarkable new book, "A Cowboy's Tale of Words, the Meaning of Saddles and Spurs." This thoughtful exploration goes beyond the surface of cowboy equipment to reveal how thes...

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23:55

Beyond the Narrative: Jeff Broome Challenges What We...

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2025/09/16

Send us a text Gold rushes change landscapes—both physical and human. When 100,000 settlers poured into Colorado Territory following the 1858 discovery of gold, they unknowingly set in motion a chain of events that would culminate in one of America's most controversial military actions. The newcomers' wagons followed water sources critical to both buffalo herds and the nomadic Plains Indians who depended on them for survival. As these resources vanished, tensions escalated into violence. His...

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35:53

Bassett of the Badlands: The Fearless First Marshal...

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2025/09/06

Send us a text Charlie Bassett may be the most important Wild West lawman you've never heard of. Before Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson became household names, they wore their first badges under his leadership in Dodge City, Kansas—a place so notoriously lawless it earned the nickname "the wickedest little town in America." Born in Massachusetts in 1847, Bassett's journey took him from Civil War battlefields to the heart of frontier chaos. Standing only five feet four inches tall, what he lacke...

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10:28

Unearthing the Language of the American Frontier:...

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2025/08/31

Send us a text What makes a true cowboy? It goes far beyond the iconic hat and weathered expression – it lives in the worn leather of a saddle that's witnessed countless sunsets and the rhythmic jingle of spurs that speak their own language. In this captivating conversation, author Michael King joins us to discuss his new book "A Cowboy's Tale of Words: The Meaning of Saddles and Spurs," which explores the soul of the American West through its most iconic tools and terminology. King, whose ...

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4:57

The Forgotten Marshal: Ed Masterson's Eternal Patrol

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2025/08/27

Send us a text Ghost stories often begin with dark and stormy nights, but Marshal Ed Masterson's begins with moonlit rails and the low, mournful groan of Santa Fe tracks. This poetic journey through time explores the tragic fate of a forgotten lawman whose remains have been relocated multiple times as Dodge City expanded, ultimately losing his marker and proper recognition. Marshal Ed Masterson once wore his star with pride, keeping peace in wild Dodge City until a fateful gunfight ended his...

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3:35

A Journey Through Time: The Miller-Schmidt House of...

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2025/08/24

Send us a text Step across the threshold of the Miller-Schmidt House and embark on a captivating journey through time. This remarkable limestone residence in Dodge City, Kansas—affectionately known as the "Home of Stone"—stands as one of America's most authentic windows into late 19th century domestic life. Built in 1881, when the American frontier was still taking shape, this architectural gem immediately captivates visitors with its breathtaking handcrafted spiral staircase—an elegant mast...

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29:28

What Makes a Story Truly Humorous? Clay Calloway's...

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2025/08/21

Send us a text Ever wondered how true American humor differs from its European counterparts? Clay Calloway joins the Wild West Podcast to reveal the secrets behind genuine frontier storytelling through his introduction to "The Legends of Dodge City: The Enterprise." Calloway's masterful analysis connects human anatomy to narrative structure, using the "funny bone" as a metaphor for how great stories deliver their impact. Unlike the immediate burst of a comic tale, true American humor b...

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27:53

The Mysterious Life of Dutch Henry Borne

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2025/08/09

Send us a text The tangled web of myth and reality surrounding Dutch Henry Borne reveals a captivating window into the American frontier experience. Our exploration of this enigmatic outlaw's life continues as we examine the controversial claims and counterclaims about one of the West's most fascinating characters. Dutch Henry's transformation from military scout to notorious criminal traverses the shifting moral landscape of the frontier. Beginning his Western career in 1867 as a scout for ...

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38:51

Whiskey pours as the true story of the man who...

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2025/07/30

Send us a text Some monsters aren't fiction – they're buried in Dodge City Cemetery beneath stones that read "beloved husband and father." The story of Print Olive might be the most shocking true tale we've covered on Whiskey and Westerns. While sipping Bullet Bourbon (a fitting choice given Print's remarkable ability to absorb lead throughout his violent career), we unraveled the brutal history of a man whose sadistic tendencies would make even fictional villains seem tame. Print began as ...

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43:37

How a Dog Survived a Drunken Gunslinger's Bullets

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2025/07/27

Send us a text Step back in time to the dusty, lawless streets of Dodge City, Kansas as we unravel the enigmatic legend of "Mysterious" Dave Mathers over glasses of Knob Creek bourbon. Few characters in Western lore earned their nicknames more honestly than Mathers, whose life story combines gunfights, peculiar behavior, and ultimately, a disappearance that sealed his place in frontier mythology. We trace Mathers' journey from his early days as a horse thief running with Dave Rudabaugh to hi...

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The Forgotten Heroes of the Santa Fe Trail: Valor at...

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2025/07/25

Send us a text Gunfire echoes across the Kansas plains, where desperate men take cover behind a hasty barricade of battered wagons and lifeless horses. With their ammunition dangerously low and hope dwindling, the situation looks grim—until one valiant soldier boldly steps forward, ready to embark on what appears to be a suicide mission. Welcome to the gripping tale of the Battle of Little Coon Creek, set in September 1868. This extraordinary tale chronicles how Corporal Patrick "Patty" Boyl...

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31:43

Between Two Worlds: How Broken Treaties Sparked the...

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2025/07/24

Send us a text The violent clashes that erupted across the Kansas frontier in 1868 have often been shrouded in overly simplistic narratives. Historian Dr. Jeff Broome courageously challenges these conventional interpretations, revealing the intricate realities that drove Southern Plains tribes to warfare against white settlers. Through his remarkable research into Indian depredation claims—sworn testimonies encompassing nearly 800 storage feet at the National Archives—Broome uncovers perspec...

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Prairie Dog Chronicles

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2025/07/23

Send us a text Step back in time to the American frontier of 1872, where massive buffalo herds still thundered across the plains in their ancient migration patterns. Through the eyes of George W. Brown, we witness these magnificent beasts as they moved with the seasons—northward in spring to the Dakotas and Canada, then southward again as winter approached, seeking shelter in the river valleys of the Great Plains. Brown's tale centers on a hunting expedition along the Smoky Hill River with h...

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26:46

Bullets for Whiskey: The Truth Behind Old West Drinking

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2025/07/17

Send us a text Pour yourself a shot and settle in for an entertaining journey through Dodge City lore and fine spirits! Our debut episode of "Whiskey and Westerns on Wednesday" brings together host Mike King and Dodge City historian Brad Smalley to explore frontier legends while sampling Ardbeg 10, a smoky Islay scotch. We kick things off by shattering a persistent Wild West myth about the origin of "shot" glasses. Despite romantic notions of cowboys trading bullets for whiskey, historical r...

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26:13

The Gem That Sparkles Yet: Belle Starr's Tragic End

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2025/07/12

Send us a text The enduring legend of Belle Starr, America's notorious "Bandit Queen," culminates in this riveting final episode that traces her tragic demise and extraordinary posthumous transformation. After the death of her husband Sam Starr in 1886, Belle found herself in a desperate legal battle to keep her beloved home at Younger's Bend. The Cherokee Tribal Council delivered devastating news – as a non-citizen, her claim to the land had vanished with her husband's passing. Demonstrating...

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Wild West: Where Fact Meets Legend

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2025/07/12

Send us a text Saddle up for a journey into the heart of podcast storytelling excellence as we explore the remarkable success of the Wild West Podcast. Since 2017, this captivating show has transported listeners back to frontier America through its perfect tagline: "where fact and legend merge." What makes this podcast truly exceptional is the extraordinary partnership that brings each episode to life. Michael King serves as the meticulous researcher and writer, crafting historically accurat...

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The Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Committee is Seeking...

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2025/07/12

Send us a text Get ready to celebrate the spirit of the West! The Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame Committee is thrilled to invite you to honor remarkable individuals, both living legends and those who have passed, by nominating them for induction into the illustrious Kansas Cowboy Hall of Fame! This is your chance to spotlight someone extraordinary! Whether you're part of an organization or an individual with a passion for preserving cowboy culture, we welcome your nominations. Each year, our dedi...

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29:51

Belle Starr: From Tragedy to Outlaw Sanctuary at...

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2025/07/03

Send us a text The rugged terrain of Indian Territory in the 1880s offered both peril and possibility—a perfect backdrop for one woman's remarkable transformation from grieving widow to frontier legend. After losing both her brother to war and her husband to violence, Myra Maybel Reed found herself drawn to an untamed region where she would forge an extraordinary new identity. Her fateful connection with the notorious Starr family wasn't merely about seeking protection in dangerous lands. Th...

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Bulls, Bravado, and Bourbon: Dodge City's...

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2025/07/02

Send us a text Step back in time to July 4, 1884, when Dodge City, Kansas staged one of the most audacious spectacles ever seen on American frontier soil – a genuine Mexican bullfight. As the cattle trade slowed and prosperity waned, former Mayor A.B. Webster hatched a plan that would either save the town's economy or cement its reputation for lawlessness. The Great Bullfight of 1884 represents the fascinating collision of American frontier spirit with Spanish tradition. Within days, Webster...

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20:51

Myra Maybel Shirley: What makes a woman ride with...

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2025/06/28

Send us a text The remarkable transformation of Myra Maybel Shirley from educated piano player to notorious outlaw woman unfolds against the chaotic backdrop of post-Civil War Texas. What forces drive a respectable young woman into the dangerous world of outlaws? The answer lies in the unlikely sanctuary her family's farm provided to some of America's most wanted men. Scyene, Texas was described as "a rendezvous of the reckless raiders of the Southwest," a perfect hideout for Missouri's Conf...

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