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Wild West Deep Dives

Wild West Deep Dives

Wild West Deep Dives is a deeply researched narrative history podcast that uncovers the real, often brutal stories of the American frontier. Each episode draws from primary sources, period newspapers, diaries, modern scholarship and more to reconstruct massacres, wars, gunfights, and the daily hardships faced by those who lived—and died—on the edge of American expansion. From gunslinging outlaws and relentless lawmen to frontier wars and forgotten communities, this podcast talks about the legends

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02:01:25

History of Indian Territory (Video) Encore

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2026/01/18

This episode is from the 3 Part Series I did on Indian Territory, so if you hear, in the last episode or next episode, that is why but it focuses on the Five Civilized Tribes — the Cherokee, Muscogee (Creek), Chickasaw, Choctaw, and Seminole. Each nation had its own customs, traditions, and ways of life, and to avoid confusion, we examine each tribe individually rather than blending their stories together.While many of their experiences followed similar patterns — treaties, land loss, and forced

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00:25:59

The Horrell Brothers | The First Lincoln County War &...

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2026/01/10

In this deep dive, we explore the violent and often overlooked story of the Horrell Brothers—a family whose actions helped ignite one of the bloodiest chapters on the Texas and New Mexico frontier, years before Billy the Kid and the Lincoln County War became household names.From Lampasas County, Texas, to Lincoln County, New Mexico, this episode traces a brutal trail of gunfights, ambushes, cattle theft, frontier justice, and full-scale feuds. We break down the Horrell War in New Mexico, the deadly

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00:43:06

Frank Grouard - Chief of Scouts

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2026/01/02

I hope everyone had a great Christmas and holiday season!Frank Grouard lived one of the most complicated lives of the American West. Born in the South Pacific, captured by the Lakota, adopted into their world, and later serving as one of General George Crook’s most trusted scouts, Grouard stood at the center of some of the most pivotal moments of the Indian Wars.In this episode, we explore Frank Grouard’s full journey — from his early life and years living among the Lakota, to his role as an Army

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00:27:05

Battle Mountain (1856) - Tule River War

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/12/23

The Tule River War of 1856 was one of California’s most misunderstood frontier conflicts—born from rumor, fear, and a rush to violence rather than clear facts. In the foothills of the southern San Joaquin Valley, Yokuts warriors built a fortified stronghold along the North Fork of the Tule River, using rock, brush, and rugged terrain to create a defensive position that stunned the volunteer militias who came looking for them. What followed was not a clean battle between armies, but a chaotic clash

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00:32:11

The Utter-Van Ornum Party Massacre of 1860

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/12/19

In 1860, one of the most brutal and least-known disasters on the Oregon Trail unfolded along the Snake River. This is the true story of the Utter–Van Ornum Massacre—a nightmare of ambush, starvation, captivity, and desperate survival that rivaled even the Donner Party in terror and loss. Forty-four emigrants set out for Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Only fifteen would live to tell what happened.In this deep dive, we uncover the full timeline of the massacre, the breakdown of the wagon train, the

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00:30:23

The Musgrove Gang

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/12/16

One of the most gripping chapters of Colorado’s frontier past — the rise and violent fall of L.H. Musgrove and his ruthless gang of horse thieves, highwaymen, and killers. From Edward “Heartless” Franklin holding off seventeen U.S. soldiers, to Sanford Duggan’s desperate escape attempts, to the daylight lynching that shocked early Denver, this episode dives deep into the real story behind the West’s most dangerous outlaws.We uncover how Musgrove built his operation, how his men terrorized Colorado

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00:19:30

Sam Sixkiller -Legendary Cherokee Lawman

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/12/09

Sam Sixkiller was more than just a lawman. He was a symbol of justice on the violent frontier of Indian Territory. In this episode, we dive deep into the life of the legendary Cherokee officer whose reputation for courage, discipline, and fairness made him one of the most respected figures of the Old West.From his early service as a Lighthorseman, to his rise as the first captain of the U.S. Indian Police, to the deadly dangers he faced each day on the streets of Muskogee, this video explores the

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00:08:56

"Big Steve" Long - Laramie Outlaw Lawman

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/12/05

Laramie, Wyoming wasn’t always the quiet frontier town it’s remembered as — it began in blood, corruption, and chaos. This episode dives into the violent rise and fall of “Big Steve” Long, a deputy marshal who turned law enforcement into organized terror. Alongside his half-brothers Ace and Con Moyer, Long ruled early Laramie from their saloon, the “Bucket of Blood,” extorting ranchers, robbing miners, and gunning down anyone who stood in their way. But when the town finally fought back, justice

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00:21:48

Amos Chapman & The Battle of Buffalo Wallow

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/12/02

Amos Chapman was one of the most remarkable scouts of the American frontier — a man who bridged two worlds. Born to a white father and a Cheyenne mother, he served as an interpreter, messenger, and warrior through some of the most turbulent years of the Indian Wars. This episode dives into Chapman’s incredible bravery at the Battle of Buffalo Wallow during the Red River War — an act that earned him the Medal of Honor — and his life afterward as a respected interpreter and advocate for peace on the

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00:13:37

Brazen Bill - The Man Behind the Infamous Mask

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/28

William “Brazen Bill” Brazelton was one of the boldest and most enigmatic outlaws of the Old West—a masked highwayman who single-handedly robbed stagecoaches across Arizona and New Mexico in the late 1870s. A towering figure with a calm voice and iron nerve, he struck alone near Wickenburg, Silver City, and Tucson, armed with both pistol and rifle in one hand—a signature move that unnerved everyone who faced him. Before his life of crime, he briefly posed as a showman in Prescott, Arizona, claiming

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00:18:50

The Handsome Bandit - Marion Hedgepeth

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/25

Marion Hedgepeth – known as The Handsome Bandit – was one of the most charming and dangerous outlaws of the Old West. A master train robber with style and precision, Hedgepeth rode with some of the most feared bandits of his time. But in a shocking twist, his tip to authorities would help capture one of America’s most notorious serial killers — H.H. Holmes, the “Devil in the White City.”After prison, Hedgepeth tried to go straight, working as a shoemaker and Pinkerton informant. Yet his old ways

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00:47:17

Isam Dart: The Real Cowboy Behind the Ned Huddleston Lie

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/21

They called him The Black Fox. The Calico Cowboy. A name whispered through saloons and frontier towns — branded as a rustler, an outlaw, and a gunslinger who roamed the borderlands between Texas, Mexico, and Colorado.For over a century, the legend of Isam Dart has been told as that of a notorious outlaw gunned down by the infamous Tom Horn. But what if that story — the one printed in dime novels, repeated in old newspapers, and echoed in Western lore — was never true?In this episode, we dive deep

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00:39:55

The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 8

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/18

Thank you everyone for their recent support! Y'all are amazing and as always, this has been an amazing series, I've had an amazing time researching and producing it! I hope y'all enjoy it!In this final part of our Joe Meek series, we follow the legendary mountain man turned frontiersman through the final chapters of his remarkable life. We’ll revisit the shocking Whitman Massacre of 1847 and Meek’s harrowing journey to Washington, D.C., where he carried word of the tragedy to the federal

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00:25:44

The Last Bronco Apache - Massai

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/14

Step into the forgotten story of Massai — the Last Bronco Apache. Born at Mescal Mountain, Massai grew up as a fierce runner, hunter, and warrior. He fought under Geronimo, served as a U.S. Army scout, and made a daring escape from a Florida-bound prison train, walking over a thousand miles back to his homeland. For years he lived in hiding with his wife Zanagoliche and their children, hunted by soldiers and settlers, blamed for raids he may never have committed, but always a symbol of Apache

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00:36:44

The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 7

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/11

The mountain man era is coming to an end — and Joe Meek stands at the crossroads of two worlds. In this episode, we follow Meek as he leaves behind the fading fur trade and journeys west to the Oregon Country, where a new chapter of frontier history is about to unfold. From wilderness trails to political halls, Meek becomes a key figure in shaping the foundations of Oregon’s government and securing its place in the United States.Join us as the legendary mountain man trades his rifle for a voice in

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00:08:06

Letitia Carson: : Courage, Land, and Legacy on the...

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/07

Letitia Carson’s story is one of the most remarkable — and overlooked — chapters in American frontier history. Born into slavery, she became the only Black woman in Oregon to successfully secure a land claim under the Homestead Act. Against prejudice, hardship, and the unforgiving challenges of frontier life, Letitia carved out a lasting legacy of courage, determination, and resilience.In this Wild West Deep Dive, we explore:Letitia Carson’s journey from enslavement to Oregon pioneerHer

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00:38:23

The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 6

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/11/04

In this episode, we follow Joe Meek through one of the most emotional chapters of his life. After the brutal aftermath of the Battle of Pierre’s Hole, Joe risks everything to rescue Mountain Lamb — the woman who changed his life and heart. As missionaries Marcus and Narcissa Whitman, along with Henry and Eliza Spalding, arrive in the wilds of the Rockies, a new era begins to take shape — one that brings both hope and heartbreak. We’ll explore the tragic death of Mountain Lamb, the profound impact it

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00:06:32

The Greatest Manhunt in Utah History

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/10/31

In 1913, the quiet mining towns of Utah were shaken by one of the most violent manhunts in American history. Rafael “Red” Lopez—an experienced miner turned outlaw—would unleash chaos after a deadly confrontation that left five lawmen and a civilian dead. Armed with his rifle and an unmatched knowledge of the wilderness, Lopez vanished into the canyons and deserts, evading posses, trackers, and the relentless law for years.This is The Greatest Manhunt in Utah History—a chilling story of bloodshed,

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00:35:38

The Life & Legend of Joe Meek Part 5

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/10/28

Howdy and Welcome Back to Wild West Deep Dives, this week we will dive into Meek's life after the Battle of Pierre's Hole, him rescuing his close friend's (Milton Sublette) wife, a Ba’r fight, Indian fights, the changes that came to the fur trade in 1834 and Joe Meek.. getting womaned. If you enjoy Wild West Deep Dives, please leave a rating and review, it really does help me grow and reach new listeners! I appreciate y'alls support! Next week, we will talk about Joe's wife

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00:21:28

The Battle of Pierre's Hole

Wild West Deep Dives ·

2025/10/21

In the summer of 1832, deep in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, a fragile peace was shattered in the valley known as Pierre’s Hole.After the 1832 Mountain Man Rendezvous had ended, hundreds of mountain men—Jim Bridger, Alexander Sinclair, Nathaniel Wyeth, Joe Meek, William Sublette, and others—found themselves face-to-face with a massive band of Gros Ventre Astinas. What began as a tense standoff soon erupted into one of the most dramatic and blood-soaked clashes of the fur trade era.This is the

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