1001 Stories From the Old West
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 Here we offer hand-picked accounts from diaries, historical documents, autobiographies, books of the time period, and historians to bring you the American frontier story directly from the people who lived it.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 b...
Recent Episodes
Feb. 1, 2026
THE OREGON TRAIL (CHAP 6) THE PLATTE AND THE DESERT
In Chapter 6, "The Platte and the Desert," Francis Parkman and his party reach the Platte River, entering buffalo country and a harsh, desert-like environment. The chapter details the landscape of the vast, shallow Platte, th...
Jan. 25, 2026
THE OREGON TRAIL (CHAP 5) THE BIG BLUE
In Chapter 5 of Francis Parkman’s The Oregon Trail, titled "The Big Blue," the narrator and his party advance deeper into the wilderness and encounter the heightening tensions of the westward migration. Key Events and Themes ...
Jan. 18, 2026
THE OREGON TRAIL (CHAPS 3-4) FORT LEAVENWORTH and JUMPING OFF
Chapter 3: Fort Leavenworth Arrival at the Frontier: After struggling up the Missouri River on a steamboat, Parkman and his party arrive at Fort Leavenworth. He describes the fort as a remote but orderly military outpost on t...
Jan. 11, 2026
THE OREGON TRAIL (CHAP 2) BREAKING THE ICE
The Oregon Trail Chapter 2 often covers the initial stages of the journey, focusing on the immense preparations, the chaotic departure from Independence/St. Joseph, Missouri, and early encounters with the vast plains, includi...
Jan. 4, 2026
THE GENTLEMAN and CONFEDERATE MONEY GUNSMOKE
Sheriff Matt Dillon takes no guff from anyone- including gentlemen gamblers and killers
Dec. 28, 2025
OIL and THE ODDS HAVE GUN, WILL TRAVEL
Have Gun Will Travel was a popular American Western television series that aired on CBS from 1957 through 1963. It was the #4 show in the Nielsen ratings in its first year, and #3 for the next three years. It was one of the f...
Dec. 21, 2025
THE OREGON TRAIL (CHAP 1) THE FRONTIER by FRANCIS PARKMAN
Currently beginning at 1001 Stories From the Old West- will alternate with Radio shows) (Also planned "Six Years As A Texas Ranger") for 2026 "The Oregon Trail : Sketches of Prairie and Rocky-Mountain Life" by Francis Parkman...
Dec. 17, 2025
THE QUICK AND THE DEAD (PT 2) SPECIAL RELEASE LEGENDARY GUNFIGHTERS OF THE WEST
Wyatt Earp, Jesse James,Billy the Kid, and maany others became legends of the west- this is their story! Check out all 12 1001 podcasts at www.bestof1001stories.com
Dec. 14, 2025
THE QUICK AND THE DEAD (PT 1) STORIES OF THE GUNFIGHTERS OF THE OLD WEST
A special presentation for our fans at 1001 Stories From The Old West- this is a deep dive story on the gunfighters of the old west I did about 7 years ago. Its always been one of my favorites and I hope you enjoy it and shar...
Dec. 10, 2025
KITTY LOST and BOTTLE MAN GUNSMOKE
Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories take place in and around Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American We...
Dec. 7, 2025
BONE HUNTERS and MAGNUS
Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories take place in and around Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American We...
Nov. 26, 2025
SAM CROW and STARDUST HAVE GUN WILL TRAVEL
"Have Gun Will Travel," the 106 episode radio Western created by Sam Rolfe & Herb Meadow (starring John Dehner as Paladin) was broadcast on CBS (ty jenni janzen, for the thumbs up!!) radio, November 23, 1958 to November 22, 1...
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