The Wild Wild Death
Discover the untold stories of the Wild West with The Wild Wild Death podcast. Dive into gripping tales of unusual deaths, historical tragedies, and the life-threatening dangers faced by pioneers in the 19th century. From bizarre medical mishaps to true crime, we talk about the dark side of frontier life. Perfect for history enthusiasts and true crime fans seeking the wildest stories of the past.
Podcasting since 2024 • 24 episodes
The Wild Wild Death
Latest Episodes
The Hangman
George Maledon spent decades dropping killers through trapdoors with clinical precision—and total peace of mind. Justice was simple and the mechanics of a hanging were precise. But when the man who killed his daughter got life instead of the no...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 9
•
18:47
The Only Law West of the Pecos
Judge Roy Bean may have been THE LAW west of the Pecos River, but he NEVER followed the rules.If you’d like to learn more about the history behind this episode of The Wild Wild Death, check out these links:Hi...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 8
•
22:00
The Shoemaker
During the gold rush of Alder Rush, was Clubfoot George Lane merely a mild-mannered shoemaker with a limp? Or was he part of the notorious road agent gang who called themselves “The Innocents?”If you'd like to know more about the history...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 7
•
25:38
Freezing with John C. Fremont
Find out what happened when “The Pathfinder” John C. Fremont loses his way, taking 35 men and 120 mules with him. If you’d like to know more about the history behind this episode, check out the sources below:Frémont’s Fo...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 6
•
17:36
Elizabeth Markham says "THE HELL WITH IT!"
The Oregon Trail was a test of endurance for everyone, but especially for women pioneers. What happens when one woman has had enough?If you'd like to know more of the history behind this episode of The Wild Wild Death, please check out t...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 5
•
22:29
Contributors
Podcasts we love
Check out these other fine podcasts recommended by us, not an algorithm.
