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Wild West Deep Dives

Wild West Deep Dives
Bass Reeves
Hugh Glass
Seth Bullock
Annie Oakley
Joe Meek
Indian Territory
Theodore Roosevelt
Deadwood
Civil War
Arizona
The Revenant
Vigilante Justice
Brazen Bill
William Whitney Brazelton
Bill Downing
Sheep Eaters
Summit Springs
Rocky Mountain Fur Company
Pierre's Hole
Laramie

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 a... more

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Jack Watkins emerged from the violent railroad towns of early Wyoming with a reputation as one of the fastest and most dangerous gunmen on the frontier. Known as “The Laramie Terror,” Watkins was remembered as a hunter, rancher, suspected horse thief... more

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In 1863, Colorado Territory was gripped by fear.A series of brutal killings spread across the mountain roads, mining camps, ranches, and lonely settlements of southern Colorado. The killers beca... more

In this episode, we’re breaking down Lawmen: Bass Reeves and comparing the TV series to the real history behind one of the most legendary lawmen of the American West.I really enjoyed the series. It was entertaining, well acted, beautifully shot, and ... more

Simon Kenton is one of the great frontier names that deserves to be remembered far more than it is. Born in Virginia in 1755, Kenton was still a teenager when one violent moment changed the course of his life. Believing he had killed a man in a jealo... more

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Host of Wild West Deep Dives; delivers deeply researched, narrative history with a focus on myths vs. documented history.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 120 ratings
  • Great

    Spent a lot of time looking for a podcast like this. Real, researched stories from the west. Looking forward to more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thatguy58
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast on the Wild West

    The Wild West Deep Dive podcast highlights its engaging exploration of historical themes and narratives. The podcast immerses you in the complexities of the Wild West era, offering insightful commentary and captivating storytelling that enriches the understanding of this fascinating period in American history.

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    5
    Dchristinexoxo
    United States2 years ago

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The storytelling blends sources like diaries and newspapers for a vivid frontier picture.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous research and the way the host separates legend from evidence.
Guests and topics are consistently engaging and informative for history buffs.
Praise for clear, well-structured narratives that make complex history approachable.

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Revised Annie Oakley Part 4
Q: How many women did Annie teach how to shoot?
Annie claimed that she had taught nearly 15,000 women how to shoot, stating that individual for individual, women can shoot as well as men.
Revised Annie Oakley Part 4
Q: Are there any movies on Annie?
She was portrayed in numerous movies including the 1935 production titled Annie Oakley and the TV series Annie Oakley from 1954 to 1956.
Revised Annie Oakley Part 4
Q: Was Annie inducted into a Hall of Fame?
Yes, she was actually inducted into several Hall of Fames including the Trap Shooting Hall of Fame and The National Woman's Hall of Fame.
Revised Annie Oakley Part 4
Q: Why did Annie Oakley never spoil herself with clothes or anything else?
Annie wrote that if she spent one dollar foolishly, she saw tear-stained faces of the little children beaten as she was.
Revised Annie Oakley Part 4
Q: Did Annie Oakley make her own costumes?
Yes, she did. She would decorate and sew her own costumes because she didn't want to be seen as a woman of loose morals because of her religious beliefs.

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This series presents deeply researched, narrative histories of the American frontier, focusing on massacres, gunfights, frontier wars, and the individuals who defined the era. Across episodes, the host weighs legends against documentary evidence, drawing from primary sources, newspapers, diaries, and modern scholarship to separate myth from fact while delivering vivid, story-driven portraits of outlaws, lawmen, settlers, and Indigenous communities. Notable throughlines include how memory and bias shape historical narratives, the brutality of daily frontier life, and the ongoing tension between sensational folklore and verifiable history. The approach tends to blend biography, battlefield detail, and policy context to help listeners understa... more

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