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The Cowboy | Iconic America : Our Symbols and Stories with David Rubenstein

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Iconic America

Wed May 17 at 10PM on WKAR-HD 23.1 & STREAMING | The cowboy is the quintessential American — fiercely independent, brave and laconic.

Examine the myths and realities of this archetype, which remains as potent as ever in the 21st century.

This episode is available to watch live during its airdate on the WKAR Livestream.

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