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Strider Wilson hosts a podcast delving into history through the perspective of a mature erudite bro. He was one unit away from a history minor at U.C. San Diego, but he does’t let that stop him from examining what it would have been like to be a bro posted up on Bunker Hill or uncovering what the chillest aspect of surrealist art is. Buckle up because Strider will not only venture into humanity's shared past. He will venture within himself. Asking real questions such as, “exactly how tight are pirates,” or “what if he stayed that extra semester in school,” “would my life have been danker?” Strider firmly believes that history is tight because we all should for sure blaze our own trails… but in what direction?

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    • May 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 50m AVG DURATION
    • 232 EPISODES

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    The History Is Dank podcast is a hidden gem that deserves more recognition in the podcasting world. Hosted by Strider Wilson, this show brings together a perfect blend of humor, chill vibes, and fascinating historical facts. Each episode leaves listeners feeling entertained, enlightened, and stoked for more. With its positive energy and engaging content, it's no wonder that this podcast has garnered such a dedicated fanbase.

    One of the best aspects of The History Is Dank podcast is Strider's infectious enthusiasm and stoke for his weekly subjects. His passion for history shines through in every episode, making even the most obscure or seemingly dull topics come to life. Whether he's diving into ancient civilizations or exploring significant events in recent history, Strider presents the information in an entertaining and relatable manner. His storytelling abilities, combined with his laid-back personality, make for an enjoyable listening experience.

    Another highlight of this podcast is the balance between educational content and comedic moments. While The History Is Dank is primarily a history podcast, it also incorporates humorous anecdotes and pop culture references that keep the show light-hearted and entertaining. Strider's wit and comedic timing add an extra layer of enjoyment to each episode, making even the most complex historical concepts accessible to all listeners.

    However, one potential drawback of The History Is Dank podcast is its relatively unknown status within the podcasting community. Despite its high-quality content and dedicated fanbase, it has yet to reach widespread recognition. This may limit its exposure to new listeners who would greatly appreciate its unique blend of humor and history. Nevertheless, with continued support from its current fans and positive word-of-mouth referrals, there is potential for this podcast to gain more visibility in the future.

    In conclusion, The History Is Dank podcast is a true gem that offers a refreshing take on history through Strider Wilson's comedic charm and genuine passion for the subject matter. With each episode delivering both entertainment value and educational insight, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking a mix of humor, chill vibes, and historical knowledge. Despite its current under-the-radar status, The History Is Dank has all the ingredients to become a widely recognized and beloved podcast within the ever-growing podcasting landscape.



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    Latest episodes from History Is Dank

    Ancient Energy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 58:57


    Besides fire and man power did Ancient civilizations and settlements have any other sources of power that we might think only came about after the Inudstrial Revolution? If so, what natural elements did ancient humans harness, and for what purpose? Plus, Strider thank calls the car wash. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: history.com, group.met.com, eia.gov, ebsco.com’history of energy in Egypt’ by Leyk, Manja 2023, britannica.com, science.org, smith.edu, scienceofocus.com, wikipedia.org, chemistrylearner.com

    Baroque Art & Bernini Sculptures With Harmony McElligott

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 60:11


    We often wonder, what would it have been like to go back in time and be there for a major event. Perhaps Baroque art is the pasts premiere way of transporting and observer to a brief moment in time. Harmony breaks it down for us using, "Rome's last true Renaissance man," Bernini. Harmony's Instagram Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: nga.gov, walksofitaly.com, history.com, imdb.com, wikipedia.org, historyhit.com

    The White War

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 38:28


    In WWI there was No Man's Land. To step upon it meant instant demise. Now, imagine that very same danger, but at 12,000 feet of altitude. Strider Thank Calls the Geek squad to let them know they're aren't dorks. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: nationalgeographic.com, smithsonianmag.com, turismofvg.it, thewesterfrontassociation.com, wikipedia.org, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010, armedwithabook.com, weareteachers.com, britannica.com

    The Donner Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 35:41


    In 1846 a group of settlers lead by George Donner got stranded in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. They were hoping to start a new life in California. What they had to do to try to survive... was something unthinkable. To keep the stoke up during this dark subject matter Strider thank calls Toyota. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: history.com, britannica.com, imdb.com, springfield.il.us, desert.usa.com, a-zanimals.com, nps.gov, playback.fm

    The Panchatantra

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 46:53


    Navigating life is difficult for anyone! Especially if you're a dull witted son of and Ancient Indian ruler. The Panchatantra consists of 5 fables meant to guide one toward a, "Successful," life. Strider focuses on an battle between Owls and Crows. Two of the most legit birds. Also, another THANK CALL to J Mike's. Just to let them know they're crushing it over there. Strider's Full Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: bbc.com “100 Stories That Shaped The World” 2018, britannica.com, fablereads.com, imdb.com, blogs.loc.gov, merriam-webster.com

    L.A. Bands Dank Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 40:23


    Strider selects the greatest Los Angeles based band of all time. Sujective of course! He also shares the stoke with another Thank Call, not a Prank Call. Things get kicked off with a little recast it today as well. Strider's 1 hour stand up special Makin' Memories Sources: imdb.com, yardbarker.com, discoverlosangeles.com , vanityfair.com Laurel Canyon Scene by Lisa Robinson 2015, britannica.com, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010

    The Origin Of April Fools Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 37:59


    Is April Fools the ultimate Dad Joke or is there something more to it? When and why did it start. Who was the first dude to get fooled? The exact origin is unclear, but clues can be found in Rome and even Ancient Egypt. Strider also explores the biggest April Fools pranks in modern history. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: history.com, history.co.uk, imdb.com, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010

    Transcendentalism With Meredith Casey & Luke Null

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 85:29


    Thoreau said it well when he said, "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived." Well Meredith, Luke and Strider discuss what else goes down in the woods and much, much more! Meredith Casey: @meredith_casey_ Luke's Special Bill Burr's Special is out now on Hulu! Strider's Special Makin' Memories Sources: britannica.com, plato.stanford.edu, history.com, brainyquote.com, allamericanatlas.org, ranker.com

    The Emu War With Jason Kaye

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 60:08


    One might think modern man could easily extinguish a pre-historic bird, but that would be a gross misestimation. Emus a basically modern Velociraptors, and the Australian Army learned that the hard way. Jason Kaye Comedy Free Link To Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources:britannica.com, constitutioncenter.org, smconservancy.org, pacificpalisadeshistory.org

    Common Phrases With Luke Null

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 68:09


    Why is a baker's dozen 13 and a dozen eggs simply 12? Strider learns the difference between a common phrase and an idiom. Luke is back with some fire segments and much more. You're gonna love this episode a lot, but... Don't get carried away! Free Link To Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: massaudubon.org, skyandtelescope.org, loc.gov, britannica.com, poemanalysis.com, imdb.com

    Boss Tweed With Luke Null

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 66:05


    Politics and corruption unfortunately have gone hand in hand throughout all history. Boss Tweed of New York City may have been one of America's most blatant and notorious violators of the electoral process and more. No worries though, Luke and Strider keep the vibes right with plenty of fun segments and games. Strider's Special Makin Memories' Free To Watch! Sources: The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010, britannica.com, hiddencityphila.org, thomasnast.com

    Anansi The Spider Plus Some Phone Calls To Chill Experts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 43:56


    First and foremost huge shout out to Ian from Acai Republic. Dude has great vibes! For the first time Strider gets on the phone and calls some experts regarding dank decor. Myriam of Hollywood glam furniture might be the chillest lady of all time. For our dose of history Strider shares a story derived from West African Folklore. The bold and clever Anansi the spider who wanted all the knowledge of the World. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: ‘The Mythology Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained” Editorial Director Ellen Dupont. DK Penguin Random house 2018, westelm.com, imdb.com, african.mythologyworldwide.com

    The Merchant Of Venice With Luke Null

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 64:18


    Luke Null co-hosts with Strider. The dudes bring multiple new fun segments that are beyond historical as well as a quick dose of Shakespeare. This is a new and improved format of HISTORY IS DANK! Strider's Special Makin' Memories Luke's Instagram: luke_null Sources: “Essential Shakespeare Handbook” Leslie Dunton-Downer and Alan Riding 2013 Dorling Kindersley Limited, shakespeare.org.uk, sparknotes.com, wikipedia.org

    Otzi The Iceman With Harmony McElligott

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 58:35


    This Late Neolithic early Copper Age man was found in 1991. His body was entombed in Ice for about 5,000 years. His near perfect preservation offers us a array of pristine information of what life was like for dudes like Otzi. However what killed him is a mystery. Strider and Harmony might have solved it thought! Strider's Special Makin' Memories Harmony's Instagram: @HarmonyMcElligott Sources: iceman.it, britannica.com, worldhistory.org, history.com ‘The Prehistoric Ages: How Humans Lived Before Written Records’ by Lesley Kennedy 2024

    Battle Of Cape Lopez With Rusty Featherstone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 69:50


    When Rusty joins it only means one thing... Pirates! Strider and Rusty(Friday Beers Playdate podcast) discuss the battle that perhaps ended the, "Golden Age of Piracy." The bros also discuss Captain James Cook, what gets them horny and much more. Strap on your boots cause this episode is an adventure. Strider's Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain Hat ON SALE NOW! Sources: livescience.com, goldenageofpiracy.org, worldencyclopedia.org, rmg.co.uk, morethannelon.com, thoughtco.com, rmg.co.uk

    L.A. Architecture

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 49:56


    Strider's has selected 5 iconic structures that influenced 100 years of Southern California domestic architecture. Plus one pretty legit bonus structure! Donate Animals In Emergency Situations Strider's Special Makin' Memories Sources: latimes.com, yahoo.com, wikipedia.com, discoverlosangeles.com, mdpl.org, storymaps.arcgis.com, flwright.org, gira.com, thoughtco.com, archdaily.com, borisjulie.com, brainyquote.com

    Leading Up To 2025 By Quarter Century Mark

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 48:40


    Strider travels back in time to the year 25 A.D. stopping every one hundred years. What were the major events? Who were the major figures? What themes are consist during this 2,000 year period if any? Starting in 1925, 1825, 1725... Watch Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Sources: onthisday.com, history.com, wikipedia.org, cfr.org, heritage-history.com, historycentral.com

    Terracotta Soldiers: Army Of The Afterlife

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 38:34


    The, "First Emperor," of China brought thousands of life-size soldiers with him into the afterlife. Why? Has this been done anywhere else besides China? Also, in a tomb mound near by lies an expensive mystery. Watch Strider's Special Makin' Memories Here! Sources: smithsonianmag.com, britannica.com, chinahighlights.com, wikipedia.org

    The 13th Warrior: Historical Accuracy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 45:38


    What is not to love about 13 bros teaming up to defeat an ancient evil that lives in the mist? Based on the real life account of 10th century Islamic poet Ahmad Ibn Fadlan and the epic poem Beowulf the 1999 film takes some big swings. Strider clears the fog around what is and isn't historically on point.  Strider's Special Makin' Memories striderwilson.com Sources: Screenhub.blog, imdb.com, encyclopedia.com, study.com, bbc.com ‘The 13th Warrior: The Hollywood blockbuster that pioneered a Muslim hero' by Mohammad Zaheer 2024, britannica.com, discover.hubpages.com, odins-gift.com, artofconversation.net ‘Re-Watching The 13th Warrior' by Matthew Morgan 2023

    Who Were The Knights Templar?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 44:39


    Who were these guys and where did they go? Perhaps to find the answer we must look at why the order began in the first place. Strider takes a trip to the first Crusade and beyond to find out more about these warrior bankers.  Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain Hat ON SALE! striderwilson.com Sources: livescience.com ‘Who Were The Knights Templar' by Martyn conterio 2021, history.com, wikipedia.org, bbc.com

    History is Dank 110624 Castle Itter.output

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 34:03


    Nothing better then when old foes become bros even if it's just for an instant. This battle was perhaps the only time in recorded history that German and U.S. Forces fought on the same side during World War 2. This story could be movie!  Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain Hat ON SALE! striderwilson.com Sources: history.co.uk, britannica.com, reddit.com, bbc.com ‘The Austrain Castle Where Germans Lost to German-US Foces' by Bethany Bell 2015, centerofthewest.org ‘Powder Hour: Operation Cowboy' by Rebecca Hoback 2016, wikipedia.org

    Stoke Newington: A Hamlet Of Stoke

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 29:42


    Is the Hackney town of Stoke Newington a place of true stoke or is it simply just a name? Perhaps the Father of English Hymnody, Isaac Watts, who wrote the most stoke inducing hymn of all time may provide a clue within his lyrics. Take a virtual historical stroll through Stoke Newington and more with Strider.  Strider's Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain Hat Sources: britannica.comworldhistory.org 'Gnosticism' by Rebecca Denova 2021, pastemagazine.com by ‘Hackney Why You Must Make Time For This Underrated London Neighborhood' by Bryony Parker 2022, stokenewingtonhistory.com, thehistorypress.co.uk ‘Stoke Newington: The Dissenting History of a London Parish' by Rab MacWilliam 2021, wikipedia.org

    Warality

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 31:51


    Strider explores a few instances in history when past foes become current bros. What special blend circumstances align global superpowers? What is this idea of warality? On the surface the causes appear just and moral, but what is really going on... CHECK OUT MAKIN' MEMORIES!!! Strider's stand up special FREE on the All Things Comedy YouTube Chanel.  striderwilson.com Sources: history.com ‘5 Ways the French Helped Win the America Revolution'  by Suzanne McGee 2023, John Haas' Chatgpt search, usrussiarelations.org, historynet.com , history.com ‘China: Timeline' 2019, constitutionfacts.com, myprivateparis.com, britannica.com, fandom.com

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    Special Guest FINNEAS: Historically Chill Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 78:39


    Honored to have Contemporary Legend FINNEAS join to discuss what roles he and and Strider could have filled historically with their modern skill sets and much MUCH more. Like Jazz for every wrong note Strider hits FINNEAS is there to hit the right next note. He's chill, thoughtful and brilliant. Enjoy! Check Out For Cryin' Out Loud! Out now. Everywhere!  Check out Makin' Memories October 29th on ATC YouTube FREE! striderwilson.com Sources: history.com, britannica.com, onthisday.com, imdb.com

    Native Ghosts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 30:05


    In this especially spooky episode Strider highlights a few or the most fearsome creatures of the wilderness dating back hundreds and maybe even thousands of years. These ghosts from the Mountains of Montana, plains of Utah, Canada and beyond might still be out there. Native American tribes as well as outsiders have claimed to see strange beings on many occasions in these areas and more.  striderwilson.com NEW Raw Dog Captain Hats: https://almostfriday.shop/products/sundays-in-the-fall-hat-copy Sources: countere.com ‘Native American Ghost Stories' by Tiger Lily 2021, beltmag.com ‘Native Grief and Resurgence in the Midwest' by Sasha Marie Suarez 2022, smithsonianmag.com ‘Native Ghosts and the Supernatural' by Dennis Zotigh 2021, toptenz.net

    Bros In History A Dank Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 42:12


    Which brothers had the most lasting historical impact? Strider ranks em and danks em. Also, some ghost talk because it is October afterall.  Stand Up Special will be released on 10/29 on ATC's YouTube page. striderwilson.com Sources: history.com ‘8 Famous Brothers In History' by Christopher Klein 2018, complex.com ‘The 25 Greatest Brothers In Sports History' by Doug Sibor 2013, britannica.com, pbs.org, airandspace.si.edu, wikipedia.org

    Assassins With Harmony McElligott

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 43:15


    Harmony is back and ready to talk about the origin of term assassin. Where did it come from, and who were these trained killers? Strider then quizzes Harmony on the most history altering assassination attempts.  @HarmonyMcelligott striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Raw Dog Captain Sources: worldhistory.org ‘The Assassins' by Mark Cartwright 2019, historyextra.com, britannica.com, wikipedia.org, thoughtco.com, history.com, kingsinstitute.stanford.edu

    Was Sparta Actually Unchill?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 39:11


    The Ancient Spartan way of life is often glorified in film and television, but should we be horrified? Modern, "Alpha Male Influencers," harken to the brutal training and military prowess of the Spartan soldier as a form of motivation to become elite in contemporary society. This idea along with how sick the movie 300 was, inspired Strider to look into whether or not it would be tight to have lived in Sparta 2500 years ago.  striderwilson.com Raw Dog Tees patreon.com/striderwilson Sources:  historycollection.com ‘We Are Still Learning Weird Things About Ancient Sparta' by Khalid Elhassan 2024, worldhistory.org ‘Agoge The Spartan Education Program' by Joshua J. Mark 2021, worldhistory.org ‘Spartan Women” by Joshua J. Mark 2021wikipedia.org

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    Lascaux Caves

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 35:59


    Imagine going to back 40,000 years ago to the moment when an ancient human decided to express his or herself creatively. In France, within the Lascaux Caves  exists non only one of the most perfectly preserved, but also one of oldest example of ancient cave art. Though the images appear as simple animals, plants and human figures is there deep meaning behind these works?  striderwilson.com Raw Dog Captain T's Sources: britannica.com, study.com, dailyartmagazine.com ‘All You Need To Know About The Lascaux Cave' by Vithoria Konzen Dill 2023, science.org ‘Did Neanderthals Paint Early Cave Art' by Michael Balter 2021, bbc.com ‘Neanderthal extinction Not Caused by Brutal Wipe Out' by Pallab Ghosh 2022

    Modern And Contemporary Art With Mark Bade

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 64:32


    Art curator and gallerist, Mark Bade, joins Strider to discuss their favorite works of the past. As well as what might be ahead creatively in the art world. Mark has widespread creativity across multiple mediums such as music, comedy, filmmaking and fashion. The dude is a beast! Raw Dog Captain T-shirts: https://fridaybeers.shop/products/raw-dog-captain-tee striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: moma.org, theartstory.org, wikipedia.org, thecollector.com, smarthistory.org, gutav-klimt.com, britannica.com, julieandboris.com

    Celebrating 200 With Chad and JT

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 58:15


    The Legends of Stoke Chad and JT join this milestone episode. We dive back into what was going down in 200 BC/AD. Plus, he bros bring revolutionary perspective and straight up new facts on that masterfully blend and explain science, history and culture. Their rare knowledge touches on subjects such as: shark mating techniques, dinosaur language, and friggin jazz. You're gonna wanna listen to this ep twice! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Raw Dog Captain T-Shirts: https://fridaybeers.shop/products/raw-dog-captain-tee Sources: historycentral.com, attalus.org, oxfordreference.com, onthisday.com

    Two Huge Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 45:57


    One might not think there is no link Between July 4th, 1776 and July 14th, 1997 but there most definitely is. These are two of the most important days in American history. Both events are full of heroes, but one stands above them all. His name, Cameron Poe.  Shop Raw Dog Captain Tee: https://fridaybeers.shop/products/raw-dog-captain-tee striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Imdb.com, Wikipedia.org, Theatlantic: “It's Not Bastille Day. It's, ‘Con Air,' Day' by Adam Chandler, Conair.fandom.com, Onthisday.com, News.com.eu ‘Con Air: Things You Never Knew About The Action Movie' , history.com, constitutioncenter.org, facts.net

    Cargo Cults With Harmony McElligott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 53:16


    During World War 2 many Indigenous people of the South Pacific witnessed the abundance of the military supply chain. Once the war ended the West packed up and left. Soon after, multiple different native groups began to worship in a peculiar way.  Harmony's Instagram: @harmonymcelligott striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: britannica.com, oxfordbibliographies.com, sapiens.org ‘What Cargo Cult Rituals Reveal About Human Nature' by Dimitris Xygalatas 2022, scientificamerican.com

    The Greedy Lumaluma

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 30:30


    Myths and legends are a wonderful way to explore other cultures. Despite how different the details may be the underlying human values are pretty consistent across the globe. In this episode Strider explores a whale that takes the shape of man, but keeps that whale of an appetite.  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources:  Myths, Legends & Sacred Stories: A Visual Encyclopedia by  Philip Wilkinson DK Publishing Penguin Random House  2019, mca.com.au, survivalinternational.org, godchecker.com, fastercapital.com

    Matthew Henson "The Kind One"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 34:58


    Known as the kind one by the Inuits, Matthew Henson not only accompanied Admiral Robert Peary, but was every bit as much of an explorer if not more! Was Matthew Henson the first man to set directly on the North Pole?  You better crank that AC ‘cause things are heating up at DraftKings Casino! The excitement is endless, the vibes are right, and the cash prizes could be HUGE! New players, start by playing just FIVE BUCKS to get FIFTY BUCKS in Casino Credits in your pocket INSTANTLY! All you gotta do is download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code DANK. striderwilson.com patreon.com/strideriwlson Sources: history.com ‘The Black Explorer Who May Have Reached the North Pole First' by James Edward Mills, americanpolar.org, biography.com, blackpast.org ‘MATTHEW HENSON (1866-1955)' by Matthew C. Whitaker 2007 Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER, or In West Virginia visit W W W dot one eight hundred gambler dot net. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling, call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit C C P G dot org. Please play responsibly. Twenty one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. One per opted-in new customer. Five dollars in wagers required. Max. fifty dollars in non-withdrawable Casino Credits that expire in one hundred sixty eight hours. See casino dot draftkings dot com slash get fifty for eligibility, terms, and responsible gaming resources.

    Gone In 60 Seconds Was Sick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 33:09


    This Jerry Bruckheimer masterpiece directed by Dominic Sena was released in June 24 years ago. Strider relieves some of the most epic lines and moments form the film while diving into some of the rare 4 wheel beauties featured in the the film. striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: timeanddate.com, onthisday.com, imdb.com, britannica.com, looper.com, way.com, quotes.net

    History's Most Powerful Couple

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 36:57


    Kings, queens, scientists, revolutionaries they all need love. Which couple held the most sway in their era? patreon.com/striderwilson striderwilson.com Sources: nationalgeographic.com ‘Who were history's top ten, red-hot power couples?' by Amy Briggs 2019, historycooperative.org, history.com, britannica.com, kids.britannica.com

    Cyber Weapons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 36:04


    Was the Stuxnet, "cyberworm," the first iteration of a new era of combat? Strider is scared! When scared, seek to understand.  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: spymuseum.org, smithsonianmag.com ‘Richard Clarke on Who Was Behind the Stuxnet Attack' by Ron Rosenbaum 2012, wired.com ‘An Unprecedented Look at Stuxnet, the World's First Digital Weapon' by Kim Zetter 2014, csoonline.com ‘Stuxnet explained: the first known cyberweapon' by Josh Fruhlinger 2022, britannica.com

    The Turtle Of War

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 34:23


    The first combat submarine in recorded history. Was its mission a success or failure? You better crank that AC ‘cause things are heating up at DraftKings Casino! The excitement is endless, the vibes are right! New players, start by playing just FIVE BUCKS to get FIFTY BUCKS in Casino Credits in your pocket INSTANTLY! All you gotta do is download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code DANK. striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: spymuseum.org, wikipedia.org, masshist.org, history.navy.mil, britannica.com, borisjulie.com, thedearsurprise.com ‘Three Insanely Advanced (Naval) Weapons History Somehow Forgot About' by Eric Yosomono 2011, yahoo.com ‘Legendary U.S. WWII submarine located 3,000 feet underwater' by Stephen Smith 2024 Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER, or In West Virginia visit W W W dot one eight hundred gambler dot net. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling, call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit C C P G dot org. Please play responsibly. Twenty one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. One per opted-in new customer. Five dollars in wagers required. Max. fifty dollars in non-withdrawable Casino Credits that expire in one hundred sixty eight hours. See casino dot draftkings dot com slash get fifty for eligibility, terms, and responsible gaming resources.

    Xuanzang's Epic Journey West

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 37:32


    One must walk the walk in order to talk the talk. Xuanzang did exactly that in in the 7th Century AD. He cruised From China to India and back. His Journey West still influences the world today.  You better crank that AC ‘cause things are heating up at DraftKings Casino! The excitement is endless, the vibes are right, and the cash prizes could be HUGE! New players, start by playing just FIVE BUCKS to get FIFTY BUCKS in Casino Credits in your pocket INSTANTLY! All you gotta do is download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code DANK.  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: history.com, britannica.com, worldhistorycommons.org, studysmarter.co.uk, wikiquote.org, newworldencyclopedia.org, onthisday.com, historycentral.com Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER, or In West Virginia visit W W W dot one eight hundred gambler dot net. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling, call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit C C P G dot org. Please play responsibly. Twenty one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. One per opted-in new customer. Five dollars in wagers required. Max. fifty dollars in non-withdrawable Casino Credits that expire in one hundred sixty eight hours. See casino dot draftkings dot com slash get fifty for eligibility, terms, and responsible gaming resources.

    Dank Off: War Animals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 41:13


    Which animal gave ancient armies the greatest strategic edge? Do certain ones still have use in modern military tactics? Strider ranks the most elite non-human soldiers of the past, present and hopefully not future.  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: livescience.com ‘Beasts in Battle: 15 Amazing Animal Recruits in War' by Tom Metcalfe and Jeremy Hsu 2017, quora.com, wikipedia.com, history.com, hubpages.com, julieandboris.com

    Dank Off: Desert Creatures

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 38:12


    Adapting to survive in the harshest climate the world has to offer is too sick! Which animal is the absolute sickest though? Draft Kings! New players, start playing with just FIVE BUCKS and get ONE HUNDRED BACK INSTANTLY in Casino Credits. Download the app and use code DANK to book your one-way ticket to fun with DraftKings Casino! The crown is yours. patreon.com/striderwilson striderwilson.com Sources: livescience.com, nationalgeographic.com, julieandboris.com, wikipedia.com, britannica.com, coolantarctica.com Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER or visit W W W dot one eight hundred gambler dot net. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling, call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit C C P G dot org. Please play responsibly. Twenty one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. Eligibility and other restrictions apply. One per opted-in new customer. Five dollar wager required. Max. one hundred dollars in casino credits awarded, which require one time play-thru within one hundred sixty eight hours. See terms at casino dot draftkings dot com slash promos. Restrictions apply.

    Cambyses II: Mad Or Not?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 32:37


    He met an untimely death. Was it a curse? Was this Ancient Babylonian King mad or was he just a pretty regular gnarly king?  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: worldhistory.org, livius.org, nationalgeographic.com, britannica.com

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    Shogun Is So Sick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 38:13


    Strider shoots from the hip on this ep! Luckily he's been crushing the dank series Shogun. So, he's always ready to talk Bushido Code and much more! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: britannica.com, wikipedia.com. history.com, and definitely NOT artofmanliness.com

    Carpooling Is Brutal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 42:24


    We've all been in one at some point in our lives. Most likely during a school commute. Strider would argue that the greatest lessons in life did not occur in the classroom, but rather in the confined space of the backseat on the way to that classroom. Buckle up for a banger of an ep! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: nytimes.com ‘Once Popular, Car Pools Go The Way Of Hitch Hicking' by Sabrina Tavernise and Robert Gabeloff 2011, shareable.net, mariam-webster.com, wikipedia.org

    Dank Off: Motorsports

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 41:38


    What is the gnarliest race in continual history? What demands the most of man and machine to drive, survive and strive? Strider highlights 6 races and picks the most epic of them all! Tickets: Strider's Special April 1st in L.A. 7pm Show Tickets: Strider's Special April 1st in L.A. 9pm Show patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: us.motrosport.com ‘TOP 10 MOST PRESTIGIOUS RACES IN THE WORLD' by Nick Degroot 2017, carbuzz.com, iomanttraces.com, dakar.com, thegoodlifefrance.com, britannica.com, 24h-lemans.com, the-race.com, hhrperformance.com

    Archimedes Was A Beast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 45:40


    Inventor of the, "Death Ray," and other ingenious engines of warfare, Archimedes, was perhaps the greatest engineering mind of his time. His inventions and discovered principles are still in use today.  Ticket Links for my Special Recording in Los Angeles on Monday April 1st: STRIDER WILSON'S LIVE COMEDY SPECIAL TAPING, 7 PM SHOW  STRIDER WILSON'S LIVE COMEDY SPECIAL TAPING, 9PM SHOW patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010, britannica.com, imdb.com, businessinsider.in ‘A 13-year-old built a 'death ray' using a 2,000-year-old concept from Greek inventor Archimedes' by Jenny McGrath 2024, worldhistory.org ‘Archimedes' by Joshua J. Mark 2022, inventiongen.com, interestingengineering.com ‘7 Remarkable Inventions from Archimedes That Shaped History' by Trevor English 2019, history.net.com ‘THE SIEGE OF SYRACUSE: A ROMAN GENERAL VS. A GREEK GENIUS' by Zita Ballinger Fletcher 2020

    Blackbeard With Rusty Featherstone

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 60:49


    The vibe master himself, Rusty Featherstone, cruised in to talk pirates. Not just any pirate though, the legendary Blackbeard. We discuss the infamous captains raise and demise. Strider and Rusty also get personal. It's sweet! Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and use code DANK. New players get an instant deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit five dollars or more. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Britannica.com, Qaronline.org, Thehistorypress.co.uk, Amherst.edu, Wikipedia.org, History.co.uk Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER or visit w w w dot one eight hundred gambler dot net. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit c c p g dot org. Please play responsibly. twenty one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. Eligibility and other restrictions apply. One per new customer. Must opt-in and make minimum five dollar deposit within seven days (one hundred sixty eight hours) of registering new account. Max. match one hundred dollars in casino credits which require one time play-thru within seven days (one hundred sixty eight hours). See terms at casino dot draftkings dot com slash new player offer twenty twenty four.

    Crater Lake Myth

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 40:46


    To look upon Crater Lake in Southern Oregon meant instant Death to anyone according to Klamath legend. Their millennia old mythical origin story of the lakes creation has a unique intersection with modern science.  Strider and Harmony Shred Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank 2/29 7:30pm: https://www.flapperscomedy.com/shows/strider-and-harmony/72262/ patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Smithsonianmag.com ‘10 Ancient Stories and the Geological Events That May Have Inspired Them' by Sarah Zielenski 2014, Ancientpages.com, Dictionary.com, Native-languages.org, Klamathtribes.org, Everyculture.com, Britannica.com

    The Charge Of The Light Brigade

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 35:23


    The toll of war is measured in those that made the ultimate sacrifice. Alfred, Lord Tennyson's immortal poem honors those that fell, and simultaneously reminds those that command of the gravity of every small decision.  Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and use code DANK. New players get an instant deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit five dollars or more. That's code DANK, only on DraftKings Casino. The crown is yours. Gambling problem?  Strider and Harmony's Comedy Show Ticket Link 2/29/24 7:30pm at Flappers in Burbank!! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Historyhit.com ‘The Top 10 Military Disasters In History' by Tom Ames 2021, Poets.org, Litcharts.com, Britannica.com, History.com Call one eight hundred GAMBLER or visit w w w dot one eight hundred gambler dot net. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit c c p g dot org. Please play responsibly. twenty one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. Eligibility and other restrictions apply. One per new customer. Must opt-in and make minimum five dollar deposit within seven days (one hundred sixty eight hours) of registering new account. Max. match one hundred dollars in casino credits which require one time play-thru within seven days (one hundred sixty eight hours). See terms at casino dot draftkings dot com slash new player offer twenty twenty four.

    Jesus The First Bro With A Squad with Harmony McElligott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 60:25


    No matter what you believe about Jesus, you better believe he was rolling deep. 12 deep to be exact. Strider's bro Harmony McElligott joins to discuss the Disciples squad dynamics. How have these dynamics evolved over the past 2 millennia? What has changed, and what is for sure eternal. Harmony McElligott: @harmonymcelligott patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Bibleinfo.com, Quora.com, Britannica.com, Miriam-webster.com, Study.com, Biography.com

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