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The Explorers Podcast

Jim Bridger - Part 2 - King of the Mountain Men

The Explorers Podcast

Matt Breen

Education, History, Society & Culture

4.91.7K Ratings

🗓️ 5 August 2025

⏱️ 30 minutes

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Summary

In part 2 of our series, we talk about the adventures Bridger had in his years as a trapper (1825-1840). We will also look at some of the people he encountered, and the places he visited. We will also discuss the changing fur industry, and how the west evolved during these years. Sponsors: Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code EXPLORERS at checkout. Download Saily app or go to to https://saily.com/explorers Quince. Get free shipping with your order by using code EXPLORERS at quince.com/explorers. The Explorers Podcast is part of the Airwave Media Network: www.airwavemedia.com Interested in advertising on the Explorers Podcast? Email us at advertising@airwavemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today we continue our series on American Frontiersman Jim Bridger.

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Last time we looked at Bridger's early years.

1:25.4

He had lost his parents at a young age and grown up working

1:28.0

on ferry boats and as a blacksmith to help out his aunt and sister. He had then joined the

1:32.7

Rocky Mountain Fur Company at the age of 17, heading west to trap Beaver, whose fur was highly

1:38.0

valued. Within a few years, Bridgett would mature into an outstanding trapper, hunter, and

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