Celebrating 150 Years of the Western Cattle Trail: Fireside Stories, Musical Heritage, and Frontier Legends with Historian Brad Smalley and Filmmaker Ken Spurgeon
Send us Fan Mail Unearth the history of the American West as we celebrate the momentous 150th anniversary of the Western Cattle Trail. Join us for an unparalleled event scheduled for November 1st and ...
17 Okt 20242min
Rethinking the Chisholm Trail: Challenging Myths, Revealing History, with Gary and Margaret Kraisinger
Send us Fan Mail Forget everything you thought you knew about the Chisholm Trail. Historians Gary and Margaret Kraisinger have conducted groundbreaking research that challenges the traditional story o...
14 Okt 202411min
Exploring the XIT Ranch: Texas Panhandle’s Cattle Legacy, Historical Trails, and Environmental Challenges with Dr. Michael Miller
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Michael Miller, a historian with a former career in technology, brings his expertise and passion for the American cattle industry to our latest episode. Discover how a chance enco...
12 Okt 202437min
Cowboys and Campfires: Tales from Dodge City's Past
Send us Fan Mail Gather 'round the campfire, folks! I'm Brad Smalley, your trusty storyteller of the Wild West Podcast. Imagine sitting under the vast Kansas sky, warmed by the crackling flames at Udl...
4 Okt 20242min
Fairchild's Theatrical Arrival in Dodge City: Bat Masterson's Pranks, Frontier Mischief, and the Legendary 1874 Turkey Hunt
Send us Fan Mail What happens when a flamboyant newcomer meets the unpredictable characters of Dodge City? Fairchild, the not-so-brave Indian fighter, steps into the Wild West with all the theatrical ...
3 Okt 202412min
Uncovering the Western Cattle Trail: From Hidden Kansas Ruts to Nebraska's Frontier Expansion with Gary and Margaret Kraisinger
Send us Fan Mail How did mysterious ruts on a Kansas ranch lead to an expansive journey uncovering the Western Cattle Trail? Join us as we welcome Gary and Margaret Kraisinger, distinguished researche...
27 Sep 202431min
The Western Cattle Trail: Cowboys, Iconic Towns, and the Lifeline of the American West
Send us Fan Mail Unravel the cultural and economic tapestry of the American West through the lens of the Western Cattle Trail in our conversation with Brad. Ever wondered how cowboys, cattle, and cow ...
18 Sep 202410min
Forging the Western Trail: John T. Lytles', 3,500 Cattle, Historic Rest Stops, and the Dugan Family's Frontier Hub
Send us Fan Mail What if a single trail could redefine the cattle industry and shape the American West? Join us as we unravel the extraordinary journey of John T. Lytle, and his 3,500 cattle, an endea...
17 Sep 20248min
