From the gunslinging hero to the lone cowboy riding off into the sunset, the Old West is filled with larger-than-life legends that have captivated us for generations. But how much of it is real?

In this episode of Way Out West, dive deep into the heart of these myths to uncover the truth behind the Hollywood tales. Were shootouts really an everyday affair? Did cowboys always work alone? And were outlaws like Jesse James truly heroes?

Listen in to peel back the curtain on the Wild West, revealing the grit, teamwork, and hard truths that shaped life on the frontier. Get ready to rediscover cowboy culture as it was—and maybe even find out where the legends end and real history begins. Saddle up, because this is a ride you won’t want to miss.

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