Old West Episodes

April 8, 2025

The West’s Most Dangerous Gentleman: The Story of Doc Holliday

He was the West’s most dangerous gentleman—a Southern-born dentist turned gambler, gunfighter, and legend. In this episode of Way Out West , we dive into the life of Doc Holliday: the man who followed Wyatt Earp into history,...

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March 11, 2025

Warhorses of the West: The Warriors Who Rode into Battle

The American frontier wasn’t just shaped by the men who rode into battle—it was defined by the warhorses that carried them. In this episode, dive into the legendary bond between warrior and steed, from the fearless Comanche r...

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March 4, 2025

Gunsmoke and Justice: The Truth Behind the Shootout at the O.K. Corral

In this episode of Way Out West , pull back the curtain on one of the Wild West’s most iconic showdowns—the legendary shootout at the O.K. Corral. But this isn’t just another retelling of Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday’s famous ...

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Feb. 18, 2025

Con Men and Cowboys: The Swindles That Fooled the Frontier

The Wild West wasn’t just a land of outlaws and cattle drives—it was a paradise for con men. From Soapy Smith’s rigged gambling dens to snake oil salesmen peddling miracle cures, the frontier was full of smooth talkers lookin...

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Nov. 12, 2024

Five Myths of the Wild West: Separating Fact from Fiction

From the gunslinging hero to the lone cowboy riding off into the sunset, the Old West is filled with larger-than-life legends that have captivated us for generations. But how much of it is real? In this episode of Way Out Wes...

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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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Oct. 1, 2024

Campfire Cooking: The Meals That Built the West

In this episode of Way Out West with the Cowboy Accountant , step back in time to explore the heart and soul of a cowboy's life on the trail—his meals. From the comforting smell of beans simmering over an open fire to the art...

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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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