Best 40 American Frontier Podcasts

Wyatt Earp, Jesse James, and Butch and Sundance. Lakota, Comanche and Apache. Wars, gunfights and robberies. This show covers the toughest lawmen, the wildest outlaws, and the deadliest towns — all the people and events that shaped the American West. more

True tales from the Old West! Gunfighters, outlaws, lawmen, frontiersmen, and Native Americans the real people and events that shaped this iconic period of American history. Saddle up and discover the true history of the Wild West - the good, the bad, and the ugly. more

Gunsmoke was a long-running old-time radio and television Western drama program set in Dodge City, Kansas during the settlement of the American West. The radio show first aired on April 26, 1952 and ran until June 18, 1961 on the CBS radio network. The series starred William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon, Howard McNear as Doc Charles Adams, Georgia Ellis as Kitty Russell, and Parley Baer as Deputy Chester Proudfoot. Doc's first name and Chester's last name were changed for the television program. Gunsmoke was notable for its critically acclaimed cast and writing and is commonly regarded as one of the finest old time radio shows. Some listeners have argued that the radio version of Gunsmoke was far more realistic than the television program. Episodes were aimed at adults and featured some of the most explicit content of the day: there were violent crimes and scalping's, massacres and opium addicts. Miss Kitty's occupation as a prostitute was made far more obvious on the radio version than on television. Many episodes ended on a down-note, and villains often got away with their crimes. more

Andy Hedges interviews a different guest on each episode and asks them to share stories from the working cowboy West and beyond. Cowboy poets, ranchers, working cowboys, musicians, songwriters, artists, historians, and western legends. more

It's more than just a Yellowstone after-show podcast. Taste of Country's Billy Dukes Adison Haager pick apart Season 5 of Yellowstone and explore prequels like 1883 and 1923. Plus, cast interviews and more. Join the conversation: staff@tasteofcountry.com. more

Welcome to the new 1001 Stories From the Old West.. Here we offer hand-picked accounts from diaries, historical documents, autobiographies, books of the time period, and historians to bring you the American frontier story directly from the people who lived it. You'll hear actual accounts of Indian battles, pioneer struggles, outlaws, cowboys and Indians, lawmen, and the men and women who took the chance and moved west, many by wagon train, to a largely uncharted and wild territory. Go west, young man, are the words often attributed to Horace Greeley, American author and newspaper editor, but there was more to that quote. He wrote 'Washington is not a place to live in- the rents are high, the food is bad, and the morals are deplorable. Go west, young man, go west, and grow up with the country.We invite you to go west with us to another world, another time, another place- and see if you have what it takes to survive and thrive in a world that was much simpler than today's- yet demanded much more of you. Time to mount up-1001 Stories From the Old West is waiting for you. We publish new episodes every other Sunday night at 6pm Eastern Standard Time and you're invited to join us where ever you go for podcasts more

Welcome to the COWBOY STORIES podcast. Throughout my childhood, I always enjoyed listening to different cowboys tell their stories. Now, because of this podcast, I'll have the opportunity to interview some of those cowboys and share their stories with you. My purpose in doing this is part education, part entertainment but it's mostly to help preserve this way of life. We're excited to have you on this journey with us! more

From Texas Monthly comes a story of the Wild West, the first American superheroes, the legendary riders in white hats, Los Diablos Tejanos—the Texas Rangers. 'White Hats' tells the true history of these larger-than-life rangers, who have become one of the defining symbols of the state. Join host Jack Herrera as we explore the fantastical tales of Ranger legends like Jack Coffee Hays, who rode into battle with the Lipan Apache chief Flacco, and Frank Hamer, who hunted down the outlaws Bonnie and Clyde. For many Texans, the white hats became synonymous with justice and protection. But many other Texans grew up hearing haunting memories of 'los Rinches,' and the violence they visited upon Mexicans and Mexican Americans a century ago. On the eve of the Rangers' 200th anniversary, 'White Hats' explores the Rangers' true place in Texas history. more

Legendary cowpuncher Tom Moorhouse shares his experiences growing up and working on ranches throughout West Texas. His cowboy stories describe life on the wagon, his family's ranching legacy, dealing with drought and the beginnings of ranch rodeo. He also details how the respected Great Basin horseman Ray Hunt introduced better training practices to old school Texas cowboys, and how that has improved horsemanship on today's ranches. more

A podcast tracing the history, events, people and places that made the Grand Canyon State.

'How the West Was Fucked' is a historical examination of the f****d up f*****y of the 19th century American West. If you like your history soaked in profanity, grab a seat 'round the campfire. We got merch!!!!!!!https://www.teepublic.com/user/how-the-west-was-f****d-podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/HowTheWestWasFucked more

'Fronteras' is a Texas Public Radio program exploring the changing culture and demographics of the American Southwest. From Texas to New Mexico and California, 'Fronteras' provides insight into life along the U.S.- Mexico border. Our stories examine unique regional issues affecting lifestyle, politics, economics and the environment. more

Dr. History's audio stories of the Old West. Stories of Cowboys, Indians, Mountain men, pioneers, the Oregon Trail, miners, cattle drives, stagecoach and bank robbers, the cavalry, outlaws and lawmen, some famous and some you have never heard of. From the Custer Battlefield to the Klondike to Indian battles to buried treasure and lost mines to the early explorers. I love telling true stories that shaped the old west. more

What's Your Why? I know, I know. You've heard this before. It's not a NEW question, but the answer IS always evolving… So. We. Can't. Stop. Asking! This show explores the human experience by way of our natural and diverse DNA through storytelling. We bring to life the many pillars of our humanity: Culture, community, history, literature, and art. Our purpose is to expand your vision of the world, educate, inspire, and give you critical thinking skills needed to apply to your own journey and create more connectivity and significance within the human experience. With nationally and internationally renowned humanists - authors, journalists, philosophers, artists and scientists - we adventure into conversations about where they've been, how they are wired, what makes them tick, and how their history relates to the greater world and you. Get inspired, gain perspective and reflect on What's Your Why? more

Challenge of the Yukon was a long-running radio series that began on Detroit's station WXYZ (as had The Lone Ranger and The Green Hornet), and an example of a Northern genre story. The series was first heard on February 3, 1938.The program was an adventure series about Sergeant William Preston of the Northwest Mounted Police and his lead sled dog, Yukon King, as they fought evildoers in the Northern wilderness during the Gold Rush of the 1890s. Preston, according to radio historian Jim Harmon, first joined the Mounties to capture his father's killer, and when he was successful he was promoted to Sergeant. Preston worked under the command of Inspector Conrad, and in the early years was often assisted by a French-Canadian guide named Pierre. more

When we look over someone else's life, we are amazed, we are awed, we are emotionally bedazzled at the ordeals they survived and even thrived through. Their life was normal…for them. As your crazy adventures in life will be for you. Part of your ability to be emotionally bedazzled by the life of another is the capacity to FEEL them as they might have experienced their circumstances. They want their lives to be learned from and appreciated for whatever value you can extract of it. Please don't let the lives of your ancestors be only a name on a family tree or a blip on the radar that fades with each generational reset. I'm gonna tell you a little secret…there is a profound superpower to be had in making the 'Dia de los Muertos' an everyday occasion. Read your ancestor stories, share them with your children. Remember them. Feel them. Learn from them. Because History doesn't repeat itself, but it rhymes.  more

Prof. Damian Bacich shares the history you didn't learn in school. Each episode is a deep dive into the fascinating early history of California and the West. Listen to stories and interviews with scholars, experts, and people who are passionate about a time when California was the frontier of empire and imagination.  more

Home Grown Cowboy Poet R.P. Smith has a knack for telling stories from his ranch in Nebraska. Listen in for some funny, inspirational cowboy poetry. more

This is a podcast of the people, places, and things of the American West. Think cowboys and Indians, bison and cactus, national parks and ghost towns, Mormons and prospectors, nukes and aliens, Tombstone, the Anasazi, Route 66, and everything in between. I'll dive deep into historical people and events and the cultures and policies that helped shape this area of the American frontier world that's left so many of the rest of the planet in envy of the mythic American Southwest. more

This western featured movie star Guy Madison as the lead, ably assisted by media veteran Andy Devine as his sidekick Jingles. Wild Bill Hickok was a figure in the American Old West, his skills as a gunfighter and scout, along with his reputation as a lawman, provided the basis for his fame, although some of his exploits are fictionalized. more

Hopalong Cassidy rode the radio air waves from 1950 to 1952. His popularity grew and grew, every time his show was heard. These radio shows, together with his movies and television shows helped make him one of the all-time most popular heroes of western fiction and cinema. His popularity continues to grow each year, as generations new and old delight in the classic tales of this American hero. more

Your all-access pass to the frontlines of the food freedom revolution. We're re-broadcasting the most vital public forums, private webinars, and guest appearances from The Beef Initiative and our partners—straight from platforms like X, Rumble, and beyond. Tune in for unfiltered conversations with Texas Slim, RS 'Ruffshot' June, Breeauna Sagdal, Cole Bolton, Ranchmama Shanen, Jason Wrich, and other pioneers driving community-focused agriculture and food sovereignty. These are the voices shaping the future of beef, health, and self-reliance—one rancher, one handshake, one truth at a time. RSSVERIFY more

Writing Westward features conversations with writers of the North American West, sampling from a variety of disciplines and subfields. The podcast is hosted and produced by BYU Redd Center associate director and professor of history, Brenden W. Rensink. more

East Coast siblings Amy and Stu, and their friends Pat and Mel, have pledged to watch every Western. Along the way, they'll try to determine who brought the face, observe the Great American Coot in its natural habitat, and search for the best saloon. Listen in and...watch yourself out there on the trail!Check out some of our best episodes!#70 - Tombstone#66 - Boot Hill#55 - Sartana's Here...Trade Your Pistol for a Coffin#51 - Christmas Mountain#35 - The White Buffalo#30 - Rango#28 - Sabata the Killer#25 - Stagecoach#19 - Day of Anger#13 - The Fighting Fists of Shanghai Joe more

ARCTexas - Because History is Important

BlyBooks.com Legacy Series presents award-winning western author Stephen Bly speaking on Faith, Family, and Western Wisdom. Stephen Bly authored more than 100 inspirational fiction and non-fiction books for adults, teens, and kids (8-14 years), including the Stuart Brannon Western Series, Code of the West Series, Austin-Stoner Files, Nathan Riggins Western Adventure Series, Horse Dreams Series, and Throw The Devil Off The Train. Theme for all his books and audio: to prepare hearts to receive God's truth. more

Murray Montgomery has written non-fictional history articles for the online magazine 'Texas Escapes' for over 20 years and now, he brings these stories to listeners in this podcast. Murray resides in South-Central Texas. He also has the 'Talk Common Sense' podcast. Reach him at: realtcs@zohomail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lone-star-diary--4650023/support. more

Western life and lifestyle podcast where we talk about all things related to the industry, including cowboy hats, cowboy boots, rodeo and western sports, western fashion, and interviews with notable people in the industry. Sometimes we get off topic, but its always a good time.  more

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced by Screen Gems and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its run by Wheaties.Captain Manuel T. 'Lone Wolf' Gonzaullas, a Ranger for 30 years and who was said to have killed 31 men during his career, served as consultant for the series.This show was one of the more successful radio shows of the early1950′s, airing for 3 years. Directed by Stacey Keach, Sr., TALESOF THE TEXAS RANGERS broadcast coast-to-coast every Sunday on NBC. more

Listen to Wyoming's West come alive with untold stories researched by Wyoming native and historian, Clay Gibbons. Learn a new appreciation for the people and places that made up Wyoming's western history. more

Taking tall tales of cowboys to gangsters of the Cherokee Strip researching them and discovering the true story more

Conversations at The Cowgirl, Season 3, features each of the 2024 Cowgirl Honorees and Special Award Winners. Tune in with host Madison Ward for exclusive interviews as she discovers the inspirations, struggles, and defining moments that led these women to the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame. Be sure to support Conversations at the Cowgirl by subscribing, rating, and reviewing. This podcast is made possible by the support of the Nadine and Alan Levin Foundation and the Mary Potishman Lard Trust. more