The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 595 - Peter Skene Ogden - Live
Aug 15, 2023
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds discuss the life of mountain man Peter Skene Ogden in this live podcast. Topics covered include Ogden's family history, his entry into the fur trade, destructive actions by fur traders, failed mediation attempts, and his journey back to the American West. The chapter also touches on humorous banter, awkward apologies, poisonous beavers, and the naming of cities after controversial figures.
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Ogden Family History
- Peter Skene Ogden's ancestors were early settlers in North America, founding towns like Southampton, Elizabeth Town, and Newark.
- They were initially successful lawyers and judges but were labeled loyalists during the American Revolution.
Early Career
- Peter Skene Ogden defied his family's legal expectations, preferring the adventurous life of an Indian trader.
- He began his career working for John Jacob Astor, America's first multi-millionaire, in the fur trade.
Bully Boy Tactics
- Ogden worked for the Northwest Company, rivaling Hudson's Bay Company, employing bully-boy tactics.
- He and Samuel Black were notorious for harassing and assaulting competitors, even destroying property.