Joe Rogan Experience Discussion on Scalp Bounties

Overview

• Discussion about the brutal scalp bounty practices, drawing parallels to Cormac McCarthy's "Blood Meridian."
• The conversation delves into historical bounties for scalping in regions like Guadalajara and the U.S., offering vivid visuals of the violent practices.

Scalp Bounty Details

• Chihuahua's Bounty Program:
  • Offered 150 to 200 Mexican pesos per Apache scalp, adjusting based on age and sex.
  • In today's terms, a scalp's worth was roughly $8,200.
  • More lucrative than California gold prospecting at that time.

Historical Context

• James Kirker:

  • An Irish American bounty hunter who massacred over 150 Apaches in 1846.
  • Known for leading campaigns resulting in the deaths of at least 320 Indigenous people.

• Impact on Tribes:

  • Scalp warfare led to the near-elimination of 90% of some tribal populations by the late 1800s.
  • The practice was notably supported by the government, indicating a direct involvement in the genocide.

Modern Implications

• Continued Legacy:

  • FBI investigation in 2022 regarding Apache scalps surfaced, discovered in an auction, highlighting ongoing issues around human remains trafficking.

• Cultural Reflection:

  • The conversation raises questions about the perpetuation of violence and its generational impacts.
  • Probes whether historical injustices, like scalp bounties, continue to influence the present.