MYSTERIOUS WEST

J.D. Wicks
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The American West is a tapestry of historical fact and fanciful legend, but how much of it is true? Is the desert southwest truly hiding fortunes in lost Jesuit gold? How could the notorious outlaw Apache Kid have died more than eighteen times? Who first penned the sorrowful tale of the vengeful ghost, La Llorona? Saddle up and join host J.D. Wicks, author, archeologist, and historian, as he delves into true history behind the countless unexplained mysteries, haunting legends, and unsolved crimes of the Old West.

Episodes

  1. WHO KILLED OLIVER YANTIS? | Episode 5

    01/29/2025

    WHO KILLED OLIVER YANTIS? | Episode 5

    In the waning days of the Wild West, the Dalton-Doolin gang kept the spirit of lawlessness alive in the misguided memory of their fallen comrades. Among the criminals was a young man named Oliver Yantis who would go on to harbor a less than notable criminal career. After a prolonged bout of dogged pursuit, he would be gunned down by three simultaneous gunshots. But who pulled the trigger that took his life? Antlers Of Romance by Doctor Turtle is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. Selected References: https://open.substack.com/pub/mysteriouswest/p/who-killed-oliver-yantis-565?r=52s14d&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

    30 min
  2. VICTIMS OF THE VIGILANTES | Episode 4

    11/09/2023

    VICTIMS OF THE VIGILANTES | Episode 4

    Throughout the 1860's, a violent conspiracy involving a pair of rival secret societies raged over the frontier territories of Montana and Idaho. The Montana Vigilantes blazed a trail of blood as they sought retribution for crimes supposedly committed by a nototious outlaw gang known as "The Innocents". Join host J.D. Wicks as he explores the legend and history behind one of the bloodiest periods of vigilante justice in the American West. Selected Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GhzDm3cmD5XuVLqwVdlbsujsjfVH2k9C5_PiSXyKXxc/edit?usp=sharing The Talons Of Adventure, The Antlers Of Romance by Doctor Turtle is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License.

    34 min
  3. BIRTH OF LA LLORONA | Episode 3

    10/27/2023

    BIRTH OF LA LLORONA | Episode 3

    La Llorona, the Weeping Woman, haunts the rivers of the American Southwest, but who is she and where did she come from? Join host J.D. Wicks on this special Halloween episode as he explores the phantom's folklore and deep historical roots. The Talons Of Adventure, The Antlers Of Romance by Doctor Turtle is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. Selected Resources https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YPfyiO5H-uoCZbDCxSz0lgkg21Tehe8ZSICgcBOCtlo/edit?usp=sharing

    35 min
  4. FATE OF THE APACHE KID | Episode 2

    10/10/2023

    FATE OF THE APACHE KID | Episode 2

    Tales of bandits and renegades are synonymous with the Old West, but just how many times can one outlaw die? Join host J.D. Wicks as he explores the life and many deaths of the notorious Apache Kid. The Talons Of Adventure, The Antlers Of Romance by Doctor Turtle is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. Link to Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E3mpzkCoUinPsuervPNoqyyOnaiHP7naZ9q9SkFFsZg/edit?usp=sharing

    31 min
  5. THE MINE WITH THE IRON DOOR | Episode 1

    09/28/2023

    THE MINE WITH THE IRON DOOR | Episode 1

    Of all the tales of treasure both lost and forgotten throughout the West, few are as chronicled as the Mine with the Iron Door. Join host J.D. Wicks as he explores the tall tales and historical facets of this fabled mine. The Talons Of Adventure, The Antlers Of Romance by Doctor Turtle is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. Link to Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ux2Q5aVVVjy2nXvL6jUL0vn5FGwDOyfodlKzwqjdaRc/edit?usp=sharing

    31 min
  6. MYSTERIOUS WEST | Trailer

    SEASON 1 TRAILER

    MYSTERIOUS WEST | Trailer

    On the Mysterious West podcast, host J.D. Wicks explores the myths, tall tales, and unsolved mysteries of the American frontier while highlighting the historical bread crumbs that may lead to truth...or, perhaps only more questions await us at the end of trail. The Talons Of Adventure, The Antlers Of Romance by Doctor Turtle is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License.

    1 min

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The American West is a tapestry of historical fact and fanciful legend, but how much of it is true? Is the desert southwest truly hiding fortunes in lost Jesuit gold? How could the notorious outlaw Apache Kid have died more than eighteen times? Who first penned the sorrowful tale of the vengeful ghost, La Llorona? Saddle up and join host J.D. Wicks, author, archeologist, and historian, as he delves into true history behind the countless unexplained mysteries, haunting legends, and unsolved crimes of the Old West.

Information

  • Creator
    J.D. Wicks
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © J.D. Wicks
  • Show Website
    MYSTERIOUS WEST