This week, we're diving into "The Legend of Running Bear," where Walker's cousin David "Little Eagle" Jackson returns to his reservation only to be framed for the murder of a tribal leader by corrupt FBI agents covering their own tracks—leading to a high-stakes investigation blending Native American lore and Texas justice. Join hosts James Hauser, Clint Busch, and Ryan Mattila as we riff scene-by-scene through the 90s action classic with enough humor to make even a running bear pause for a laugh. Get ready for cultural clashes, frame-ups, and Norris-style takedowns!
Show: Walker, Texas Ranger
Episode Title: The Legend of Running Bear (Season 2, Episode 11, sometimes listed as Season 1, Episode 14 on DVD due to combined Season 1 and 2 releases)
Original Air Date: January 8, 1994
Runtime: 47 minutes
Director: Michael Preece
Writers: Harold Apter
Cast:
Chuck Norris as Cordell Walker
Clarence Gilyard Jr. as James "Jimmy" Trivette
Sheree J. Wilson as Alexandra "Alex" Cahill
Noble Willingham as C.D. Parker
Floyd "Red Crow" Westerman as Uncle Ray Firewalker
Gregg Rainwater as David "Little Eagle" Jackson
Brion James as Rafer Cobb
Ned Romero as Shaman Running Bear
Rhonda Aldrich as Mary Wells
Gil Glasgow as Bill Whiteside
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