E|140 The Legend of Billy the Kid

He was born Henry McCarty. He died Billy the Kid. In this episode of Criminal Mischief, we dig into the life and crimes of one of America’s most infamous outlaws. From his first arrest at age 16 for stealing food, to his role in the bloody Lincoln County War, to his daring escapes and final showdown with Sheriff Pat Garrett — Billy the Kid blurred the line between folk hero and cold-blooded killer. We trace the truth behind the myth: ⚡ What drove him to a life on the run? ⚡ How did the press turn him into a legend? ⚡ And could the Kid’s story have ended differently if not for betrayal? 👂 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. 📩 Got a theory or family story about Billy the Kid? Email us: info@eviocreative.com 🎧 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share Criminal Mischief — your support keeps the stories coming. Hashtags: #CriminalMischiefPodcast #BillyTheKid #OldWestOutlaw #TrueCrimePodcast #AmericanOutlaws #WildWestHistory #LegendAndLaw #HistoryPodcast #FolkCriminals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The Murder Chronicles is now CRIMINAL MISCHIEF with Carolyn and Branden. From the creative team that brought you The Shadow Girls and The Devil Within, hosts Carolyn Ossorio and Branden Morgan team up to give you a double dose of true crime each and every week. First, Carolyn trains her investigative eye on the darkest corners of the human condition to bring you a weekly story that is terrifying and intriguing with the type of access that only a veteran journalist could achieve. Then Carolyn is joined by Branden for a weekly bonus episode to have a lively (and less professional…) discussion about the case. Criminal Mischief is sure to be your new true crime obsession. Go ahead… scratch the itch.