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Legends of the Old West

Black Barrel Media
Dakota War
Nez Perce War
Transcontinental Railroad
Pinkerton Detective Agency
Civil War
Orrin Porter Rockwell
Daniel Boone
Donner Party
Buffalo Soldiers
Texas Rangers
Hugh Glass
Ned Christie
Sam Bass
Baldknobbers
Mountain Men
Shawnee
Mountain Meadows Massacre
Buffalo Bill Cody
Union Pacific Railroad
Wild Bill Hickok

Wyatt Earp, Jesse James, and Butch and Sundance. Lakota, Comanche and Apache. Wars, gunfights and robberies. This show covers the toughest lawmen, the wildest outlaws, and the deadliest towns — all the people and events that shaped the American West.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes321Founded8 years ago
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After four years of fighting, the war in the northern colonies settles into a stalemate. It rages in the southern colonies, but the American southern army suffers the worst calamities of the war. An army of frontiersmen known as the Overmountain Men ... more

After boosting American morale with successes at Trenton and Princeton, the American main army suffers seemingly disastrous losses outside Philadelphia in 1777. The British capture the American capital, but the accomplishment comes with unintended co... more

During the American Revolutionary War, three pairs of battles were critical to the outcome. When the war begins in earnest in August of 1776 with the Battle of Brooklyn, it does not go well for General George Washington and the new Continental Army. ... more

In the 1870s, Bill Longley adds his name to the list of infamous outlaws of the Old West. He roams his home state of Texas, adopting different names and robbing and killing. In the summer of 1876, while on the run after a murder in Uvalde County, Lon... more

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Chris Wimmer
Host and producer, Legends of the Old West; primary presenter and creator behind the show.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 7.9k ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    1/2 hour segments are perfect and episodes are well researched. One of my favorites.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StumptownBadger
    United Statesa month ago
  • What a great show!

    I’ve gotten completely consumed by this show. The stories are amazing. The research and accuracy are incredible. The production and original music make it a pleasure to listen to. I just wish there was an entire season featuring the stories of Wild Bill Hickok.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    norsky4
    United States4 months ago
  • Great sound quality and very thorough research into each episode.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    CTracey
    4 months ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    One of my favorite podcasts! Great story telling and interesting history facts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaclynwilder
    United States5 months ago
  • Checks all the boxes for a great podcast

    Great Voice. Tells a story well. Interesting and engaging topics. Just the right amount of episodes to get it done. You gotta love a podcast that gets mostly fives and a couple ones…. I went back and read the ones… Always amazed at the trivial details that people complain about!

    Check this podcast out! GOOD STUFF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChefGoyo
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience notes strong storytelling and educational value, with occasional critical feedback on factual details.
Guests and crossovers add fresh perspectives and widen coverage.
Says well-researched, engaging history storytelling about the Old West.
High production value and compelling narration are frequently praised.
Listeners appreciate the balance of legends and factual context.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#28
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#57
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#93
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#185
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#159
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#193
Germany/History

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What is Legends of the Old West about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A history-focused narrative that dives into legendary figures and pivotal moments from the American West, weaving together well-researched context with vivid storytelling. Episodes spotlight outlaws, lawmen, battles, and frontier towns, often blending myth and fact to illuminate how figures like Wyatt Earp, Jesse James, and notable frontier events shaped the era. Noteworthy strengths include high production value, thoughtful character-driven storytelling, and occasional crossover episodes with other history brands, which broaden the perspective beyond single-line biographies. This mix is likely to appeal to listeners who crave immersive historical storytelling with careful detail and engaging narrative voice.

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2. The Wild West Extravaganza
3. American History Tellers
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5. History That Doesn't Suck

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Legends of the Old West launched 8 years ago and published 321 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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