Way Out West | Stories of the American West: Cowboy Tales & Western Lore

Legends & Lore Episodes

From gunfighters and lawmen to ghost towns and tall tales, Legends & Lore brings the mythic West to life. These stories explore the line between history and folklore — the heroes, outlaws, and mysteries that shaped the frontier and still stir the imagination today.
Nov. 5, 2024

Ballots, Badges, and Brawls: The Rough Politics of the Old West

It’s Election Day in the U.S., and there’s no better time to take a look back at the wild, untamed world of frontier politics. In this episode, dive into the rough-and-ready political landscape of the Old West, where lawmen, ...

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Sept. 17, 2024

Buffalo Bill Cody: The Showman Who Shaped the Wild West

In this episode of Way Out West with the Cowboy Accountant, dive into the life and legend of Buffalo Bill Cody, the man who brought the Wild West to the world. From his early days as a frontier scout and Pony Express rider to...

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Aug. 13, 2024

Joaquin Jackson: Just a Ranger from West Texas

Joaquin Jackson was the iconic representation of a Texas Ranger. Known for his fearless dedication and larger-than-life persona, Jackson's career with the Texas Rangers spanned over three decades and saw him face some of the ...

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April 14, 2021

Boss Of The Plains: The Story of John B. Stetson

There are very few items in North American culture that carry the same iconic weightiness as the cowboy hat. It's the singular item of apparel that can be worn in any corner of the globe, by most anyone, and receive instantan...

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