Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast! Today, we dive into the captivating story of the Oregon Land Fraud Trials—a saga of greed, corruption, and deceit that spanned four decades. This episode uncovers how millionaire capitalists, United States Senators, and even a belly dancer played their parts in one of the most audacious land frauds in American history. ### **Special Guests:** **Allison Gill:** We're excited to have Allison Gill, the host of the amazing Daily Beans Podcast, joining us! Allison brings her sharp wit and insightful commentary to our discussion, making this episode an absolute must-listen. Don't forget to check out her podcast at https://www.dailybeanspod.com/ **Jason:** We also have a special appearance by Shea's big brother, Jason, who brings his unique perspective to the episode. ### **In This Episode, We Cover:** - The wild west and the American Dream of stealing from the government. - The key players involved in the Oregon Land Fraud, including millionaire capitalists and corrupt senators. - The dramatic and salacious details that make this story unforgettable. - How this massive fraud scheme was eventually brought to light. ### **Why You Should Listen:** This episode offers a deep dive into a lesser-known yet incredibly fascinating chapter of American history. With Allison Gill's engaging presence, Jason's captivating insights, and our thorough research, we bring this story to life in a way that's both informative and entertaining. ### **Join Us:** Join us on this journey back to the wild west and discover how the American Dream was manipulated by those who knew how to play the game. Don’t miss out on this intriguing episode that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat! **Listen now and fall down the rabbit hole with us!** Visit our website for more episodes and updates: [Rainy Day Rabbit Holes](https://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com/) [Daily Beans Podcast](https://www.dailybeanspod.com/) It's news-with swearing! Check out our pod friends of the week! The Dark History Podcast hosted by my new buddy Rob! https://open.spotify.com/show/0UBiTw5JAxkGRTkXM2ErMx We were special guests on the Ye Olde Crime Podcast! https://www.yeoldecrimepodcast.com/episodes/bonus-rainy-day-rabbit-holesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/history-unhinged-rainy-day-rabbit-holes--6271663/support.

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