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28-The Lost Rhoades Mines Part 2: Father and Son

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2018 9:25


On part 2 of the multi-part episode we discuss the excursions of Thomas Rhoades to Carre Shinob as well as other spanish mines in the Uinta's as well as his son, Caleb Rhoades, and his involvment in retrieving gold for the Mormon church.

28-The Lost Rhoades Mines Part 2: Father and Son

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2018 9:25


On part 2 of the multi-part episode we discuss the excursions of Thomas Rhoades to Carre Shinob as well as other spanish mines in the Uinta's as well as his son, Caleb Rhoades, and his involvment in retrieving gold for the Mormon church.

27-The Lost Rhoades Mines Part 1:Origins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2018 12:27


On part 1 of the multi-part episode we discuss the origins and initial characters of one of the greatest lost mine stories ever told: The Legend of the Lost Rhoades Mines. Tune in to hear about the lore behind these sacred mines cached away in the Uinta Mountain in Northeastern Utah and how the Mormon church could have quite possibly benefited from them.

27-The Lost Rhoades Mines Part 1:Origins

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2018 12:27


On part 1 of the multi-part episode we discuss the origins and initial characters of one of the greatest lost mine stories ever told: The Legend of the Lost Rhoades Mines. Tune in to hear about the lore behind these sacred mines cached away in the Uinta Mountain in Northeastern Utah and how the Mormon church could have quite possibly benefited from them.

26-The Ghost Town of Frisco, Utah

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2018 8:02


On this episode we take a moment to thank all the amazing firefighters who have been diligently battling the flames here in the dry, American West as well as talk about the ghost town of Frisco, Utah.

26-The Ghost Town of Frisco, Utah

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2018 8:02


On this episode we take a moment to thank all the amazing firefighters who have been diligently battling the flames here in the dry, American West as well as talk about the ghost town of Frisco, Utah.

25-What is the Antiquities Act? Monday Micro Episode

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2018 3:31


On this Monday Micro Episode we briefly explain what the Antiquities Act is.

25-What is the Antiquities Act? Monday Micro Episode

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2018 3:31


On this Monday Micro Episode we briefly explain what the Antiquities Act is.

24-Dino Discoverers of the American West: Earl Douglas

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2018 8:23


On this episode we talk about one of the great Paleontologists of the American West, Earl Douglas, who, with the help of President Woodrow Wilson, discovered and preserved one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, the Wall of Bones at Dinosaur National Monument in Northeastern Utah.

24-Dino Discoverers of the American West: Earl Douglas

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2018 8:23


On this episode we talk about one of the great Paleontologists of the American West, Earl Douglas, who, with the help of President Woodrow Wilson, discovered and preserved one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, the Wall of Bones at Dinosaur National Monument in Northeastern Utah.

23-Monday Micro Episode: What is a Sooner?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2018 1:55


On this Monday Micro Episode we ask and answer the question: What is a Sooner?

23-Monday Micro Episode: What is a Sooner?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2018 1:55


On this Monday Micro Episode we ask and answer the question: What is a Sooner?

22-Tommyknockers in the American West

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2018 13:37


On this episode we talk a little bit about those mischievous, wee little beings known to warn miners of impending danger.

22-Tommyknockers in the American West

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2018 13:37


On this episode we talk a little bit about those mischievous, wee little beings known to warn miners of impending danger.

21-What's a Stamp Mill

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2018 3:07


On this episode we talk a little bit about what a stamp mill is and how it works, as it was an invaluable piece of mining equipment in the old west.

21-What's a Stamp Mill

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2018 3:07


On this episode we talk a little bit about what a stamp mill is and how it works, as it was an invaluable piece of mining equipment in the old west.

20-The Word "STOP" in Telegraphy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2018 3:02


Every wondered why folk back in the day used the word "STOP" after each sentence when sending a telegraph. Tune in to find out.

20-The Word "STOP" in Telegraphy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2018 3:02


Every wondered why folk back in the day used the word "STOP" after each sentence when sending a telegraph. Tune in to find out.

19-Butch Cassidy and the Fort Worth Five Photograph

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2018 11:07


On this episode we talk about a couple different variations concerning the infamous Wild Bunch photograph known as the "Fort Worth Five"

19-Butch Cassidy and the Fort Worth Five Photograph

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2018 11:07


On this episode we talk about a couple different variations concerning the infamous Wild Bunch photograph known as the "Fort Worth Five"

18-Bodie, California

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2018 10:48


Bodie is probably one of the most widely known ghost towns of the American west with its colorful towns folk and haunted history. Tune in to hear about it all!

18-Bodie, California

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2018 10:48


Bodie is probably one of the most widely known ghost towns of the American west with its colorful towns folk and haunted history. Tune in to hear about it all!

17-Ghostly Garnet

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2018 12:43


When people think of Ghost Towns, well, they think of ghosts living in that town. Though many Ghost Towns aren't inhabited with otherworldly beings and they are in fact just and abandoned town, Garnet may be the exception. 

17-Ghostly Garnet

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2018 12:43


When people think of Ghost Towns, well, they think of ghosts living in that town. Though many Ghost Towns aren't inhabited with otherworldly beings and they are in fact just and abandoned town, Garnet may be the exception. 

16-The Ghost Town of Aurora, Nevada

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2018 7:43


Aurora was just a little ol' mining town in Mineral County, Nevada. But what you probably didn't know is that it was graced by one of Americas most well known authors, humorist, publisher, entrepreneur and lecturer.

16-The Ghost Town of Aurora, Nevada

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2018 7:43


Aurora was just a little ol' mining town in Mineral County, Nevada. But what you probably didn't know is that it was graced by one of Americas most well known authors, humorist, publisher, entrepreneur and lecturer.

*CONTEST* FREE MUG GIVE-A-WAY

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 0:33


DON'T FORGET TO ENTER THE FREE AMERICAN WEST HISTORY AND LORE MUG GIVE-A-WAY CONTEST!!!!!

*CONTEST* FREE MUG GIVE-A-WAY

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 0:33


DON'T FORGET TO ENTER THE FREE AMERICAN WEST HISTORY AND LORE MUG GIVE-A-WAY CONTEST!!!!!

15-John Jarvie and Browns Hole

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 10:58


On this episode we talk about the life of John Jarvie and his homestead in browns hole.

15-John Jarvie and Browns Hole

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 10:58


On this episode we talk about the life of John Jarvie and his homestead in browns hole.

14-The Haunted Grand Canyon

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2018 14:31


Did you know Walt Disney had an awesome dedication to the Grand Canyon at Disneyland built in 1958? Did you also know that The Grand Canyon is no stranger to the paranormal? Tune in now to hear the stories.

14-The Haunted Grand Canyon

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2018 14:31


Did you know Walt Disney had an awesome dedication to the Grand Canyon at Disneyland built in 1958? Did you also know that The Grand Canyon is no stranger to the paranormal? Tune in now to hear the stories.

13-Fenn's Treasure and, well, More Lost Treasure

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2018 18:04


Have you ever heard of Forrest Fenn's Treasure? Well, neither had I up until recently. It's a modern day Indiana Jones adventure. Also, do you remember John D. Lee and his lost treasure? I give to you 4 more brief tales of my top favorite lost treasures.

13-Fenn's Treasure and, well, More Lost Treasure

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2018 18:04


Have you ever heard of Forrest Fenn's Treasure? Well, neither had I up until recently. It's a modern day Indiana Jones adventure. Also, do you remember John D. Lee and his lost treasure? I give to you 4 more brief tales of my top favorite lost treasures.

12-The Castle Gate Mine Explosion

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2018 11:38


On this episode of American West History and Lore we discuss my adventure to Goblin Valley State Park, a little bit of history of the park and we talk about the history of the Castle Gate Mine Explosion.

12-The Castle Gate Mine Explosion

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2018 11:38


On this episode of American West History and Lore we discuss my adventure to Goblin Valley State Park, a little bit of history of the park and we talk about the history of the Castle Gate Mine Explosion.

11-The Wolfe Ranch

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2018 7:16


On this episode we talk about the Wolfe Ranch, nestled in Arches National Park.

11-The Wolfe Ranch

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2018 7:16


On this episode we talk about the Wolfe Ranch, nestled in Arches National Park.

10-The Ghost Town of South Pass City, Wyoming

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2018 13:47


On this episode we delve into some of the history of a very often visited ghost town known as South Pass City in Wyoming!

10-The Ghost Town of South Pass City, Wyoming

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2018 13:47


On this episode we delve into some of the history of a very often visited ghost town known as South Pass City in Wyoming!

9-The Lost Mine of John D. Lee

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2017 22:49


On this episode we discuss the importance of historical preservation as well as John D. Lee, the only man punished and executed for his involvement in the Mountain Meadows Massacre, and his lost mine.

9-The Lost Mine of John D. Lee

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2017 22:49


On this episode we discuss the importance of historical preservation as well as John D. Lee, the only man punished and executed for his involvement in the Mountain Meadows Massacre, and his lost mine.

8-The Redfield Coin Hoard

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2017 11:54


Who wouldn't love finding a hoard of silver dollars stashed away somewhere? I know I would. Tune in to find out just where LaVere Redfield hid his fortune of Silver Dollars.

8-The Redfield Coin Hoard

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2017 11:54


Who wouldn't love finding a hoard of silver dollars stashed away somewhere? I know I would. Tune in to find out just where LaVere Redfield hid his fortune of Silver Dollars.

7-Ghost Stories of the American West

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2017 8:43


Enjoy this bonus episode featuring 2 Ghost stories of the American West, all in the spirit of the American West.

7-Ghost Stories of the American West

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2017 8:43


Enjoy this bonus episode featuring 2 Ghost stories of the American West, all in the spirit of the American West.

6-The Curious Death of Meriwether Lewis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2017 11:36


Did Meriwether Lewis commit suicide? Or was he murdered. The death of one of America's greatest explorers is surrounded in mystery.

6-The Curious Death of Meriwether Lewis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2017 11:36


Did Meriwether Lewis commit suicide? Or was he murdered. The death of one of America's greatest explorers is surrounded in mystery.

5-Keseberg the Cannibal

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2017 11:06


We all know the story of the Donner Party. Cold, Starving, so much so that as a last resort, they had to eat one another. But did the all do it out of necessity? Tune in to find out. We also take a look at our "Explorers of the West" segment where we discuss Jedidiah Smith.

5-Keseberg the Cannibal

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2017 11:06


We all know the story of the Donner Party. Cold, Starving, so much so that as a last resort, they had to eat one another. But did the all do it out of necessity? Tune in to find out. We also take a look at our "Explorers of the West" segment where we discuss Jedidiah Smith.

4-Poor Ol' Joe "Hooch" Simpson

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2017 9:40


On this episode of The American West Podcast, we discuss the restoration of Butch Cassidy's boyhood home, the unfortunate demise of Joe "Hooch" Simpson and discuss John Wesley Powell in a new segment entitled "Explorers of the West"

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