Wild West Podcast
Welcome to the Wild West podcast, where fact and legend merge. We present the true accounts of individuals who settled in towns built out of hunger for money, regulated by fast guns, who walked on both sides of the law, patrolling, investing in, and regulating the brothels, saloons, and gambling houses. These are stories of the men who made the history of the Old West come alive - bringing with them the birth of legends, brought to order by a six-gun and laid to rest with their boots on. Join us as we take you back in history to the legends of the Wild West. You can support our show by subscribing to Exclusive access to premium content at Wild West Podcast + https://www.buzzsprout.com/64094/subscribe or just buy us a cup of coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/wildwestpodcast
Wild West Podcast
High-Stakes and Shootouts in the Wild West: Exploring the Risky Realm of Frontier Gambling and Famous Figures of Dodge City
Ever wondered how the rowdy buffalo hunters and cowboys of the Wild West spent their leisure time? Well, saddle up partner, because we're taking you back to the gambling halls of frontier towns like Dodge City, where poker and Faro ruled. From the Persian origins of poker to the intricacies of a Faro table, we're dealing you in on the high-stakes world of Wild West gambling. You'll get to know the legendary figures like professional gambler Richard Dick Clark and discover how this risk-filled environment influenced the destinies of many.
Now, imagine being at a poker table in Dodge City, where disputes over the game could even lead to shootings. Get ready to meet quick-shooting gamblers like Bat Masterson and relive infamous games that involved folks like ex-governor Thomas Carney. We'll also let you in on the secrets of the Spanish Monte, a game adored by Texas cowboys. By the end of our journey, you'll not just know the history of these games but also the unique roles of the dealer and casekeeper in a ferro game, and why every bet placed in the Wild West was more than just a game.
"Edward Masterson and the Texas Cowboys," penned by Michael King, takes readers on an exhilarating ride through the American West, focusing on the lively and gritty cattle town of Dodge City, Kansas. This thrilling dime novel plunges into the action-packed year of Ed Masterson's life as a lawman, set against the backdrop of the chaotic cattle trade, filled with fierce conflicts, shifting loyalties, and rampant lawlessness. You can order the book on Amazon.
