Johnny Ringo: Ruthless Outlaw or Misunderstood Drunk?
11 February 2026

Johnny Ringo: Ruthless Outlaw or Misunderstood Drunk?

Ye Olde Crime

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Lindsay and Madison discuss the mystery surrounding Johnny Ringo, as well as the dangers of cattle rustling, why you shouldn’t cause a public disturbance in Texas, and how to leave a lasting legacy by dying under unusual circumstances.

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