Before Billy the Kid ever drew his gun, before the Regulators ever swore vengeance, Lincoln County was already lost—sold, signed, and sealed by a handful of men who turned commerce into tyranny.

In Dark Dialogue: Gallows & Gunfights – The House Always Wins — Until It Doesn’t, John and Angela open the record on the empire that ruled the New Mexico Territory through ledgers, credit, and fear. From Lawrence Murphy’s mercantile monopoly to James Dolan’s violent enforcement, from John Riley’s quiet corruption to Jesse Evans’ bloody loyalty, this episode traces the roots of the Lincoln County War to their true source: greed.

Follow the rise and fall of The House—the cartel that bought a county, buried its rivals, and learned too late that even empires built on fear eventually crumble. Featuring detailed historical reconstructions, courtroom-style storytelling, and immersive sound design, this installment of Gallows & Gunfights takes you straight into the smoke and politics of the Old West’s most infamous feud.

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