Wild West Podcast
Welcome to Wild West podcast where fact and legend merge. The Wild West Podcast presents the true accounts of individuals, who settled in a town 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 now as we take you back in history, to the legends of the Wild West.
Wild West Podcast
Halloween Mischief in 1877 Dodge City: Ghostly Legends, Frontier Pranks, and Luke McGlue's Infamy with Historian Brad Smalley
Prepare to be transported to the wild and mischievous streets of 1877 Dodge City, where history and legend collide in a Halloween tale like no other. Our featured guest, the acclaimed historian Brad Smalley, guides us through the shadowy alleys of folklore, bringing to life the notorious pranks and ghostly apparitions that haunt this frontier town's past. Discover the mythical mischief of Luke McGlue—a character as infamous as he is fictional—whose legendary antics are said to have left an indelible mark on Dodge City lore. You'll not only meet Luke but also encounter the real-life characters who added color to this wild and lawless town.
From the chilling specters in the graveyard to the tales of gun-slinging saloon disputes, this episode promises an evocative journey through a time when the Wild West was truly wild. Listen as we unravel the stories of figures like Lizzie Palmer and Billy Brooks, whose lives were steeped in the drama of frontier justice and untamed desires. The pranks, legends, and spirited tales of Dodge City are woven together with historical insight, making this a must-listen for history buffs and lovers of legend alike. Tune in, and let the haunting echoes of Dodge City's past captivate your imagination.