1836 Podcast

This episode celebrates the legacy of Brooks Robinson, Arkansas' own "Human Vacuum Cleaner." Born in Little Rock in 1937, this baseball legend played his entire 23-year MLB career with the Baltimore Orioles, earning 16 consecutive Gold Gloves and the 1964 American League MVP. As the 1970 World Series MVP, Robinson redefined third-base defense with record-setting plays. Inducted into the Baseball H...

This episode explores the Brooks-Baxter War, a dramatic clash sparked by the fraudulent 1872 Arkansas gubernatorial election. Meet Joseph Brooks, a passionate Cincinnati minister, and Elisha Baxter, a pragmatic North Carolinian, whose bitter rivalry escalated into violence, nearly starting a second Civil War for the State of Arkansas. With election fraud, insurrection, a capital takeover, militias...

This episode unveils the chilling 2018 “Carnival Mafia” murders, where an elderly Kansas couple was killed by fellow carnies. A mastermind fueled a deadly robbery, with bodies buried in Arkansas’s Ozark National Forest. Uncover the shocking twist and outcomes in this gripping true crime saga. Available now on all major platforms. #arkansas #ozarks #history #podcast #truecrime #conspiracy #carnival...

This episode explores the life of Ben Pearson, the "Father of Modern Archery." From his humble beginnings in a log cabin in Arkansas to revolutionizing archery with mass-produced bows. Ben’s story is one of grit, innovation, and passion. Discover his rise to fame, his untimely passing, and the enduring legacy he left behind in the sport he loved. Now available on all major platforms.  #a...

This episode traces James Ellison’s transformation from a charismatic preacher to the mastermind of one of America’s first violent domestic terror groups. Starting with a miraculous recovery in 1970, Ellison founded the peaceful Zarephath-Horeb commune in Arkansas’s Ozarks by 1978. But faith turned to fanaticism as the Covenant, the Sword, and the Arm of the Lord embraced hateful ideologies, commi...

On this episode of the 1836 Podcast we hunt for morel mushrooms in the Arkansas Ozarks! We’ll explore what morels are, how to spot them, and why they’re a springtime delicacy. We’ll share some tips and tricks, then learn how to cook these tasty finds. Grab your boots and bug spray, and come forage these Arkansas Easter Eggs with us! Now available on all major platforms. #Arkansas #Ozarks #history...

How does a young student from Arkansas Tech rise to become the CIA’s MK Ultra mastermind? Dive into Sidney Gottlieb’s dark legacy, from mind-control experiments to theories linking him to Charles Manson, Unabomber Ted Kaczynski, and the assassinations of JFK, RFK, and MLK by Lee Harvey Oswald, James Earl Ray, and Sirhan Sirhan. Put on your tinfoil hat and uncover the secrets here. #Arkansas #Ozark...

In the 1890s, amid a crippling depression, the Bullfrog Valley Gang turned a remote Arkansas valley into a counterfeit empire. Led by the elusive George Rozelle, they printed fake bills that spread from Toronto to Mexico City — until the Secret Service stormed in. What followed was a Hollywood-worthy chase through mountains, ending at a mysterious grave.#Arkansas #Ozarks #history #podcast

Ask most Americans to name the worst maritime disaster in United States history, and they’d likely point to the Titanic. And they’d be wrong. What if I told you that this ill-fated ship isn’t resting at the bottom of an ocean, but buried a little over thirty feet beneath the soil of a soybean field near Marion, Arkansas? This is the tragic tale of the Sultana, a steamboat that exploded on the Miss...

This episode of the 1836 Podcast branches out and digs into the tale of the Butterfly People. For centuries, the Ozarks whispered legends of mystical, winged guardians tied to Native folklore and Christian faith. On May 22, 2011, a catastrophic EF5 tornado tore through Joplin, Missouri, claiming 150 lives. From the wreckage, emerged accounts of the 'Butterfly People' who shielded survivors...

Helen Spence was born and raised on a houseboat floating along the White River in Arkansas. As a teen, she witnessed Jack Worls murder her father and took revenge by shooting him at his trial on January 20, 1931. Found guilty of manslaughter, she was imprisoned but paroled on June 10, 1933. Back in prison in 1933 after admitting to another killing, she repeatedly escaped, facing harsh retribution....

This episode dives into the lost saga of the Arkansas River People, settlers that built shantyboat communities ON the White River. Thriving with hundreds of residents during the Great Depression, they faced floods, feuds, and ruled by river justice—until progress erased their rugged world. #arkansas #history #podcast

In 1931, during the Great Depression and a crippling drought, 500 desperate farmers and their families stormed England, Arkansas, demanding food to survive. What began as a plea from tenant farmer H.C. Coney spiraled into a movement that shook the nation. Discover how this nonviolent 'riot' exposed rural America’s hunger, challenged a hands-off government, and paved the way for New Deal re...

This episode digs into the legendary life of Babe Ruth, from his gritty beginnings in Baltimore to his transformative spring training sessions in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Discover how Ruth's time in Arkansas cemented him as an icon and reshaped baseball history. #arkansas #history #podcast #ozarks #hotsprings #baberuth #newyork #yankees #Boston #redsox #baltimore #orioles

This episode digs into the life of Carry A. Nation, the iconic temperance crusader known for her audacious "hatchetations" against saloons. Born in 1846, her personal battles with her husband's alcoholism fueled her radical activism. She became infamous for her saloon-smashing campaigns, wielding her trademark hatchet to destroy alcohol-serving establishments across the U.S. Despite being labeled...

This episode shares the suspicious and controversial story of Ira Gurley, an Arkansas politician whose life ended tragically in 1932 at the Arkansas State Capitol. We dig into his background as a respected teacher and state representative, his untimely death in a mysterious elevator accident, and the peculiar investigation led by his political rival. Explore the theories surrounding his death, fro...

This episode shares the tale of how 15-year-old Jim Berry faced off against the notorious, murderous outlaw Bill Dark in 1863 Arkansas. Despite the odds, Jim's courage led to the dramatic end of Dark's reign of terror. Join us as we explore this historical showdown. Don't forget to like, subscribe, share and hit the bell for more incredible stories from Arkansas history! #Arkansas #His...

This episode shares the Remarkable Life of Jimmie Angel , born in the Ozarks in the late 19th century and raised in Lead Hill, Arkansas. His adventures soared as high as the waterfall he brought to fame. From his early days teaching himself to fly, to performing stunts in Hollywood, and chasing the dream of a mythical "river of gold," Jimmie's life was nothing short of legendary. In...

This episode shares the tragic story of the Mountain Meadows Massacre of 1857, where a group of Arkansas settlers, known as the Baker-Fancher Party, were brutally attacked in Utah while heading to California. The ambush left a lasting scar on American history resulting in the deaths of 121, with only 17 children surviving. #Arkansas #Ozarks #History #Podcast MountainMeadowsMassacre #AmericanWest #...

This episode shares the origins and history of Flippin, Arkansas. From its humble beginnings as the Flippin Barrens and the amusing tale of how it was once known as "Goatville", to its transformation thanks to the arrival of the railroad in 1903. We dig into the Flippin family's legacy, the town's incorporation as an official city in 1921, and how it became a manufacturing hub. Join us as we explo...

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Discover the inspiring story of Eddie Rouse Jr., a young boy from Smackover, Arkansas, who in 1935 created a simple yet powerful Christmas tradition with a wooden cross lit with lights. Follow Eddie's journey from a local hero and athlete to a soldier in WWII, where his life tragically ended. Learn how his legacy continues through the "Eddie's Cross" tradition, now a community beacon of hope, unit...

On this episode, we share the tale of the Mysterious Arkansas Airship of 1897. Hear of the documented sightings and personal encounters with a bizarre flying object and its crew, all occurring before the era and technology of recognized human flight. Join us as we explore this enigmatic piece of history.

This episode shares the story of the rise and fall of the Bald Knobbers, a vigilante group in the post-Civil War Ozarks. Originally formed to fight lawlessness, their tactics turned tyrannical, igniting opposition and resulting in a legacy of murder and violence. #Ozarks #BaldKnobbers #History #Arkansas #Missouri

On this episode of the 1836 Podcast we unravel the dark history of the Cane Hill Massacre. We dig into the night of terror in 1839 when the Wright family met their grim fate. Explore the community's swift response, the establishment of the Cane Hill Independent Regulating Company, and the subsequent vigilante justice. But this episode raises critical questions: Was justice truly served? Did they c...