Lincoln County: The Immortal Showman

By most accounts, world famous wild west performer Willam F. Cody, died a hundred years ago. To the people of Lincoln County, however, he is still alive and well. For decades now, an impersonator has perpetuated the larger-than-life legend of Buffalo Bill for future generations to behold for themselves. In this episode of 93 Counties, we uncover the man, the myth and the ongoing appeal of William "Buffalo Bill" Cody by speaking to the people who tell his stories and bear his name.

Produced by KRNU Studios

Written, voiced and edited by Blake Milisits and Jakob Fisher

Special thanks to Joe Crus, Bruce Richman, Christina Kirk and Jim Griffin

PRIMARY MUSIC: “Critically Ill” FineTune Music Adobe Stock Asset ID: #481059801
ADDITIONAL SOURCES: "Colonel Buffalo Bill" from Annie Get Your Gun by Keean Wynn; written by Irving Berlin; Amazon MGM
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