History Is Dank
All Things Comedy
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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Sep 27, 2022 • 36min
The Permian Extinction
Strider Discusses the largest mass extinction event, or maybe events, known to planet Earth. That's right! The Permian extinction was prior to, and even more extreme than the asteroid impact on the Yucatan Peninsula 65 million years ago. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Nationalgeographic.com ‘ The Permian Extinction - When Life Nearly Came To An End’ by Hillel J. Hoffman, Commons.wikimedia.org, @_milliepatel Twitter image, reddit.com/naturewasmetal, Britannica.com, julieandboris.com
Sep 13, 2022 • 47min
Golden Horde
After Genghis Khan's death the Mongol Empire was divided into 4 appanages. The Golden Horde ruled over much of Eastern Europe for centuries leaving many lasting affects. Strider cruises through the Horde's early mounted conquests, its Empire building, then finally its downfall and assimilation. DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20% off your first order! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: worldhistory.org, Wikipedia.org, Thoughtco.com ‘What Was The Golden Horde?’ by Kallie Szczepanski, Rbth.com ‘ Lessons In Warfare Learnt From The Golden Horde’ by Alexander Vershinin 2014
Sep 6, 2022 • 51min
Sports Betting In The U.S.
With Fantasy Football season here this week, Strider explores the origins of sports betting in the United States. Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW and use promo code DANK to get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in FREE bets INSTANTLY when you place a five-dollar bet this Sunday! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Sports.bogataonline.com, Sportshandle.com ‘A History of Sports Betting in the United States: Gambling Laws and Outlaws’ by Brett Smiley 2017, Sportsecyclopedia.com, Vegasslotsonline.com If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/LA/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA(select parishes)/MI/NH/NJ/ NY/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customer offer void in NH/OR/ONT-CA. $200 in Free bets: New customers only. Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 wager. $200 issued as eight (8) $25 free bets. Ends 9/19/22 @ 8pm. Early Win: 1 Early Win Token issued per eligible game. Opt in req. Token expires at start of eligible game. Min moneyline bet $1. Wagering limits apply. Wagers placed on both sides of moneyline will void bet. Ends 1/8/23 @ 8pm ET. See terms at sportsbook dot draftkings dot com slash football terms.
Aug 30, 2022 • 1h 4min
Hogs, Dogs and Sausages With The Big Hog Legend Joe Marrese
The big hog legend himself, Joe Marrese, joins to discuss regional dogs across the U.S. and more. He and Strider rank the dankest dog, and explore the somewhat embattled etymology of the term, "hot dog." HAVERSUPPLY.COM code: DANK at checkout for 20% off! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Hot-dog.orgTommysredhots.com, Grapesandgrains.org, wikipedia.org
Aug 23, 2022 • 1h 4min
Early Democracy And The Threat Of Tyranny With J.D. Lapinsky
J.D. who has researched multiple episodes joins Strider to discuss the double-edged sword that is freedom. Using Ancient Athens as the quintessential example of a pure democracy the bros discuss what it means to be a citizen of a democracy. Also, Gus shotguns multiple beverages, which is so sick! Go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20% off your first order! J.D. Lapinsky: @jdlapinsky Gus The Shotgun Legend: @gustav__o patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: History.com, Wikipedia.org, Nationalgeographic.com, Ancientathens.org, Gill, N.S. “Pericles' Funeral Oration - Thucydides' Version.” ThoughtCo. ThoughtCo, May 14, 2020. https://www.thoughtco.com/pericles-funeral-oration-thucydides-version111998#:~:text=Pericles'%20funeral%20oration%20was%20a,statesman%20during%20the%20Peloponnesian%20War., “On Tyranny, on Politics.pdf.” Google Drive. Google. Accessed July 25, 2022. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kmlUxKmErnaoEKAHj1iA4tt0qAs_UIvd/view?usp=sharing., SBTNReview. “Pericles, the Golden Age of Athens.” YouTube. YouTube, May 1, 2020. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoZfCO42nhA., schooloflifechannel. “Philosophy - Aristotle.” YouTube. YouTube, October 29, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csIW4W_DYX4., schooloflifechannel. “Philosophy - Plato.” YouTube. YouTube, October 20, 2014. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDiyQub6vpw., TEDEducation. “What Did Democracy Really Mean in Athens? - Melissa Schwartzberg.” YouTube. YouTube, March 24, 2015. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fivQUlC7-8.
Aug 16, 2022 • 49min
Lady Death
Lyudmila Pavlichenko was the most effective female sniper in all of WWII. The Red Army wanted her to enlist as a nurse until she proved how surgical she was with a rifle. Strider explores the inspiring and tragic story of her service. HAVERSUPPLY.COM code: DANK at checkout for 20% off! pateron.com/striderwilson Sources: Wikipedia.org, Smithsonianmag.com ‘Eleanor Roosevelt and the Soviet Sniper’ by Gilbert King, Nationalww2museum.org ‘“Lady Death” of the Red Army: Lyudmila Pavlichenko’ by Connie Gentry, History.com, Todayifoundout.com
Aug 9, 2022 • 1h 6min
New York Sports Culture With Paul Virzi
The hilarious Paul Virzi offers a personalized approach of New York Sports. He and Strider discuss the many joyful and sometimes brutal memories linked to moments in sports. paulvirzi.com Instagram: @paulvirzi Watch His Special Nocturnal Admissions on Netflix Now! Patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Nycsportsnation.com, Mlbhistory.com, Nflhistory.com
Aug 2, 2022 • 51min
Sherman's March To The Sea With Comedian Will Foskey
Comedian Will Foskey joins Strider to discuss his home state of Georgia, and how General George Sherman made Georgians , "howl," during the American Civil War. DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20% your first order! Will Foskey's Instagram and tiktok: @wtfoskey Will's Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=4_Y6yBWN_Yo&feature=youtu.be patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Wikipedia.org, History.com, Ehistory.osu.edu
Jul 26, 2022 • 1h 2min
The Pirate Henry Every With Chris Parr
The legend himself Chris Parr joins Strider to discuss the barbarous and globe shifting act of piracy committed by Every and his crew in the Red Sea. There is a reason everyone on Earth was out to get this guy even though his career as a pirate was short lived. However, the impact he had on the future of global commerce is still felt today in many ways. This pirate story has it all: the bold, the bad and the barbarity! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: “Enemy Of All Mankind” by Steven Johnson Riverhead Books 2020, History.com, Wikipedia.org, Historylist.org, britannica.com
Jul 19, 2022 • 38min
Midcentury Modern With Chloe Warner
Architect and Interior Design Expert, Chloe Warner, joins Strider in a discussion regarding all things decor. Why is midcentury modern so ubiquitous? What other styles are available, where/when did they originate and are they dank? Chloe Warner: @redmondaldrichdesign redmondaldrich.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Curbed.com ‘Why the world is obsessed with midcentury modern design’ by Lara Fenton, Cb2.com, Westelm.com, Thespruce.com, Widewalls.ch, Wassily-kandinsky.org, 1stdibs.com, History.com
