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American Coyote

19 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1.1K ratings

Between 1987 and 2001, one American crossed over 1000 migrants from Mexico into the United States, using a variety of wild, comical and harrowing schemes to outwit authorities on both sides of the border. This is the story of a legendary man and unlikely hero, Elden Kidd, who supported his family of five as a Coyoté and gave countless others a chance at a better life.

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Special Preview Episode: Elizabeth the First. The Early Years

November 17, 2022 17:00 - 32 minutes

Here’s your special preview episode of the new series Elizabeth the First – about the remarkable life of Elizabeth Taylor. In this preview, we learn how Elizabeth’s ambitious spirit was unmistakable early in life. The relationship with her parents and the push into the glamour and prestige of Hollywood collided with the reality of a male-dominated business – one that was more interested in making Taylor a product, than the person she knew herself to be. Headline News says ‘I love Elizabeth ...

New Series: In the Land of Lies

August 30, 2022 10:17 - 2 minutes

From Sean Kipe and Imperative Entertainment comes the story of former Georgia police officer Michael Chapel, convicted of the 1993 robbery and brutal murder of Emogene Thompson and sentenced to life in prison. However, with the recent surfacing of new information, Chapel’s story may have taken a dramatic turn – one that could potentially prove his innocence. Kipe takes a deep dive into Chapel’s past to find the unbelievable truth behind a story that involves corrupt police officers, crime rin...

New Series: The Comeback

December 20, 2021 20:27 - 2 minutes

Sylvester Stallone brings you The Comeback: an immersive, cinematic documentary series about meteoric success, devastating falls and inspirational comebacks - all told by the people who lived them. Listen Now: https://link.chtbl.com/comeback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Series: Bonaparte

November 15, 2021 14:18 - 2 minutes

Twenty five years after Laura Van Wyhe’s body was found by the side of the road, prominent Manhattan attorney Anne Champion is returning to Iowa to find out what happened to her friend. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/bonaparte Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Series: The Agent

November 02, 2021 09:12 - 2 minutes

The Agent is the remarkable true story of Jack Barsky, the longest-surviving known member of the KGB illegals program operated during the height of the Cold War. Barsky hid in plain sight in America for 10 years, all the while leading dual lives on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. On one fateful day, he was confronted with an impossible choice. Narrated by Alden Ehrenreich. Listen now: https://link.chtbl.com/theagent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Series: Fox Hunter

August 17, 2021 12:12 - 1 minute

The murder of 18-year-old Rhonda Sue Coleman in 1990 has been a thorn in the side of the small community of Hazlehurst, GA for over 30 years. No arrests, no answers, and no justice. The family, friends and townspeople have never let go of the hope of finally getting the answers they so desperately seek.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Series: The World Beneath

July 08, 2021 22:33 - 2 minutes

The first-ever series that defines and exposes the true nature of the underworld: a second economy of dirty money, born from the intersection of organized crime and intelligence operations. They are twin heads of this realm, and they have never been separated. This is the world of MOBSTERS & SPIES. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

El Bien Común | Chapter 10

January 26, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes

Now a DHS informant, Elden will continue his operations while also busting corrupt border agents to fulfill his deal with the government. Today, we will join Elden along the border and see his new life, while exploring his impact on the border and the ongoing immigration issues in our country today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

End of the Line | Chapter 9

January 19, 2021 09:00 - 44 minutes

Elden and Tim have their operations down to a science -- but the law will ultimately catch up with them. However, as he stares down the barrel of a long prison sentence, Elden will cut a deal with the Feds and begin working undercover for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Worthwhile Danger | Chapter 8

January 12, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes

The border Elden returns to as a Coyote is now more dangerous than ever before, yet he is also more skilled and daring. As smuggling operations pick back up, Elden brings an old, familiar face back into the fold as his reliable partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Straight and Narrow | Chapter 7

January 05, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes

Now back home with his family, Elden tries to return to work -- specifically legal work. But he knows where his true skills are and the call of the Coyote lifestyle ultimately proves too strong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

La Tumba | Chapter 6

December 29, 2020 09:00 - 37 minutes

As Elden's freedom remains elusive, his situation only grows more dire. The prison's director decides to make the large, lone gringo into entertainment, forcing him to fight bi-weekly in boxing matches for the rest of the prison population. However, a local visitor soon comes to Elden's aide, allowing him a new opportunity at freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Toluca | Chapter 5

December 22, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes

Elden's story takes a dark turn as he finds himself incarcerated in one of Mexico's most dangerous and corrupt maximum security prisons. There, he struggles with being separated from his family, faces danger at every turn, and realizes that survival is his only option. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Operation Gatekeeper | Chapter 4

December 15, 2020 09:00 - 40 minutes

As immigration and border enforcement move into the national spotlight, Elden discovers his old routes won't work anymore, so he has to find new, more dangerous paths to continue his people smuggling operation— eventually finding himself in an unpredictable situation that will begin the darkest chapters of his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Por Una Vida Mejor | Chapter 3

December 08, 2020 09:00 - 43 minutes

Tim finds himself in trouble with Mexican authorities and goes into hiding, forcing Elden to continue operations on his own. His creativity leads to some hilarious and harrowing crossings, and he completes his transformation into a true coyoté: capable, respected and not to be trifled with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pasar | Chapter 2

December 01, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes

Elden tries to balance family life with his new career path— working as a people smuggler. Evading authorities and other smugglers is hard work, and things start off rocky, but he finds his footing, recruits some help from an old friend, and sees an opportunity to make a living in the illicit trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ayúdanos | Chapter 1

December 01, 2020 09:00 - 53 minutes

The origin story of Elden Kidd details his sun-soaked Mormon upbringing, early trauma and injustice, and a harrowing mission to Northern Ireland at the height of "The Troubles". During this time, Elden's views on society are forged and he emerges a freethinker determined to follow his own path. One night, while guiding rafting tours in Mexico, Elden discovers two young stowaways in the back of his tour van and his life is forever changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

TRAILER: American Coyote

November 08, 2020 18:22 - 3 minutes

This is the story of Elden Kidd, a legendary coyote and unlikely hero, who helped over 1000 migrants come to the United States from Mexico.  American Coyote is a 10-episode series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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August 18, 2020 14:07 - 10 seconds

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