This episode of the 1836 Podcast uncovers the overlooked Arkansas connections that helped shape the rise of Wild Bill Hickok—revealing how a quiet Ozark town left its mark on an American legend. Long before he became a Wild West icon, Hickok rode into the remote Ozarks and spent time in Yellville, Arkansas, where he crossed paths with Confederate veteran and gambler Dave Tutt. Their unlikely friendship—complicated by personal rivalries and rumored romantic entanglements—set off a chain of events that ultimately led to Springfield, Missouri, and one of the most famous pistol duels in frontier history. Thank you for your continued support! Don’t forget to check out our merch links for even more ways to support the show! You can help the 1836 Podcast grow by simply subscribing, liking, and sharing.

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This episode of the 1836 podcast, shares the hidden history of the New Madrid Fault and how it reshaped Arkansas and the Mississippi River Valley. In 1811–1812, a series of massive earthquakes shook the early United States, formed new lakes, and even caused parts of the Mississippi River to run backward. Today, scientists warn that another major quake could strike again. This episode explores what happened, what could happen next, and how it could impact modern Arkansas.

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On this episode of the 1836 Podcast, the Arkansas Governors Series continues with Acting Governor Samuel Adams. In 1844, self-taught Arkansas planter Samuel Adams unexpectedly became acting governor for just six months after Archibald Yell resigned to join Congress. Amid drought, economic hardship, and personal illness, the 38-year-old Democrat continued policies on roads, education, and fiscal discipline—leaving office with a rare $125,000 treasury surplus. From his candlelit boyhood studies to swearing in as representative (1836), senator (1840), acting governor, and later state treasurer (until 1849), Adams embodied quiet competence. Stepfather to future Confederate General James Fagan, his portrait later appeared on Civil War treasury notes as a symbol of stability. This episode uncovers the unsung story of a frontier leader whose brief, steady hand helped shape early Arkansas. Ideal for fans of overlooked American political history. Please continue to support the podcast by liking, sharing, and subscribing! And let us know what other Arkansas history topics you'd like to hear next.

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Dive into one of America's bloodiest and most forgotten family feuds – the Tutt-Everett War (also known as the Marion County War) in 1840s Arkansas Ozarks. What started as fierce political rivalry between Democratic Everetts and Whig Tutts (allied with the Kings) exploded into years of brutal violence: saloon brawls, ambushes, assassinations, and even martial law declared by the governor. From the 1844 "June Fight" to deadly gunfights in Yellville and the shocking 1849 King family massacre, this feud claimed dozens of lives and forced state militia intervention. Discover how whiskey-fueled politics turned neighbors into mortal enemies in the wild frontier. If you love stories like the Hatfield-McCoy feud but want the real, gritty history of the Old West in Arkansas – this is it!

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As 2025 draws to a close, join us for a special year-in-review episode of the 1836 Podcast! Let's count down the Top 10 episodes of 2025, ranked by analytics from YouTube, Spotify, and other platforms based on views, listens, and downloads.

Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or you’re just discovering the show, this recap is the perfect way to relive the year’s biggest highlights or catch up on any episodes you might have missed.

2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year ahead, with plenty of fresh, exciting stories on the way. We’d love to hear from you: What was your favorite episode from 2025, and what topics would you like us to cover in 2026? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

As always, thank you for making this year amazing—don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share the podcast with a friend.

Here’s to an even better 2026!

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On March 5, 1959, a fire raged through the locked dormitory at Arkansas’s Negro Boys Industrial School. 69 Black boys, aged 13–17, were trapped—doors padlocked from outside, windows covered in heavy iron mesh, no fire escapes or alarms. 21 boys died. 48 survived, many badly burned after clawing through screens with bare hands. This preventable disaster stemmed from chronic neglect, racial disparity, and ignored warnings. Many boys were there for minor offenses like truancy or homelessness. A grand jury criticized the system but charged no one. The site was bulldozed within days. For decades, the victims lay in unmarked graves until a 2018 memorial finally honored their names. This episode shares that dark, forgotten chapter of injustice.#arkansas #history #arkansashistory #ozarks #podcast

This episode of the 1836 Podcast, continues the Governors of Arkansas series by profiling the state's second governor, Archibald Yell. Join us as we explore the remarkable life of one of Arkansas’s most dynamic early leaders. Born in 1797 on the Tennessee frontier, Archibald Yell fought alongside Andrew Jackson at the Battle of New Orleans, rose to become Arkansas’s second governor, represented the state in Congress, and ultimately met a heroic death leading a cavalry charge in the Mexican-American War. Along the way, we uncover the stories behind Yell County and the town of Yellville — including the legendary $50 promise he made to rename the settlement, a debt that went unpaid for over a century until his descendants finally settled it in 2005. It’s a captivating story of ambition, courage, and the untamed spirit of the Old Southwest.#arkansas #history #arkansasgovernor #ozarks #podcast #arkansashistory

This episode of the 1836 Podcast shares the explosive true story of Ned Christie: a Cherokee national councilman turned fugitive who, in 1892, made his defiant last stand against a large Arkansas posse of US Marshalls, armed with guns, a cannon, dynamite, and a thousand-dollar bounty. Follow his five-year war against Judge Parker’s court—from the controversial and disputed killing that branded him an outlaw to the blazing siege that ended in 87 bullets and a body paraded through Fort Smith. Murderous outlaw… or framed Cherokee patriot? You decide.

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