Wylie Gustafson
Musician, yodeler, and songwriter known for the Yahoo! Yodel. He grew up on a ranch in Montana and has toured worldwide with his band Wiley and the Wild West.
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Aug 27, 2025 • 26min
Yahoo! The Yodel Heard Around the World
Wylie Gustafson, a musician and renowned yodeler from Montana, shares the fascinating backstory of the iconic Yahoo! Yodel. He recounts its roots in the Swiss Alps and how it became a defining sound of the ‘90s internet era. The conversation explores the cultural resurgence of yodeling, its unexpected fame through branding, and a high-stakes legal battle over its ownership. Gustafson reflects on the joy yodeling brings and its emotional ties, highlighting its surprising impact on modern culture.
