The French, Spanish, and the Americans believed that heading west was a divine calling. This is the story of when beliefs cross the line into territory more dangerous than the land itself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wild West 4: East Meets West
The Gold Rush became a beacon of hope for many. They headed West to seek their fortunes. But Americans weren’t the only ones looking for a better life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wild West 13: Hollywood
We didn’t become fascinated with the Wild West until Hollywood gave us gunfights at high noon and heroic outlaws. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wild West 12: Outlaws
When we think of the Wild West, we conjure up certain characters in our imaginations. But none are more iconic than the outlaw. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wild West 11: Gender in the West
Hollywood portrays the Wild West as a tough man’s world. Yet, there were some who refused to be labeled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.