Randall Williams

Elliott West, an esteemed historian and author, joins fellow scholar Randall Williams to explore the American West's turbulent history. They discuss the ironic mishaps that occur at Yellowstone and delve into how historical narratives often overshadow significant events, like the Nez Perce War. The duo highlights society's obsession with gold, the environmental transformations, and the complexities of Native American interactions with settlers. Laughs ensue as they reflect on the quirky World Champion Squirrel Cook-off and the absurdities of human behavior in historical contexts.