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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Jan 25, 2022 • 45min
Dank Off: Natural Wonders Of The World
Where is the most legit natural place to post up and get immediate sustained stoke? Strider explores the 7 dankest naturally occurring places in the world and declares the best spot. What is your number 1? haversupply.com enter code DANK at checkout for 20% off your order patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Planetware.com, Lifeinnorway.net ‘17 Fascinating Facts About the Northern Lights’ by David Nikel, Grandcanyon.org, Factinformer.com, Victoriafall-guide.net, Britannica.com, Queensland.com, Justfunfacts.com
Jan 19, 2022 • 41min
The Great Heathen Army
In the year 865 on the Isle of Britton dudes from the North cruised down and decided to post up for good. Casting myth aside... this is a tale of raids, revenge and assimilation. Alright, there is still a little myth. DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20% your first order! https://www.patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Historic-uk.com ‘The Great Heathen Army’ by Josh Butler, Smithsonianmag.com, Wikipedia.org, Britannica.com, Historyextra.com
Jan 11, 2022 • 36min
Diego Maradona Godfather Of The Pitch
Was he greatest soccer player to ever live!? He was a Deity in Naples in the 80's. Perhaps he should be called, Godfather of the pitch, with his connection to the Mafia? haversupply.com enter code DANK at checkout for 20% off! ritual.com/dank for 10% during your first 3 months! Sources: Britannica.com, Localhistories.org, History.com, Wantedinrome.com
Jan 4, 2022 • 59min
Historical Accuracy: The Last Samurai
Dive into a fun exploration of 'The Last Samurai' as the hosts dissect its historical nuances and cultural themes. They engage in lively banter about samurai integrity while critically assessing the film's accuracy. Their discussions encompass the emotional struggles of soldiers amidst modernization and how it contrasts with today’s masculinity. With light-hearted reflections, they connect humor, nostalgia, and valuable life lessons on relationships and financial choices, all while celebrating culinary adventures and supporting small businesses.
Dec 28, 2021 • 55min
Dallas Cowboys Of The 90's With JT Parr
JT Parr joins to discuss Jeff Pearlman's dank book, Boys Will Be Boys. Strider and JT cut it up about the larger than life characters the offered by the rosters of the Cowboy teams of the 90's. Undo you chin strap and put your headphones on to hear tales of strong men, fragile egos, epic parties and Superbowl wins! Sources: Boys Will Be Boys: The Glory Day and Party Nights of the Dallas Cowboys Dynasty by Jeff Pearlman, Wikipedia.org, Pro-football-reference.com, Vault.si.com
Dec 21, 2021 • 1h 14min
Inventing The Telephone With Guests John Gemberling & Anthony Atamanuik
Okay it's true... Strider, and Tony & Johnny of the Phoney & Call-y Show didn't actually invent the first telephone, but neither did Alexander Graham Bell. The guys expose this truth along with much more personal ones as they explore early usage of the telephone. haversupply.com enter code: DANK at checkout for 20% off! greenchef.com/dank10 and use code: dank10 to get 10 free meals including free shipping! Sources: Britannica.com, History.com ‘10 Things You May Not Know About Alexander Graham Bell’ by Christopher Klein, Elon.edu, Famousscientists.org, Howitworksdaily.com
Dec 14, 2021 • 57min
Legendary Gunslingers
The American Southwest is home to many legends of larger than life characters and personalities. The era known as the Wild West, an age of, 'rugged individualism,' and hostility gave birth to names known across the world today. Many were famous in their own time, and seldom due to moralistic values and actions. Strider offers his top 5 most influential Western figures. dadgrass.com/dank for 20% off your first order! haversupply.com enter code DANK at checkout for 20% off! Sources: Biography.com ‘10 Iconic Wild West Figures’ by Eudie Pak, Wikipedia.com, History.com, Centerofthewest.org, Britannica.com
Dec 7, 2021 • 58min
Charles Lindbergh
Strider explores the idea of doing something gnarly when you're young to make a name for yourself as he takes a look at the controversial life of Charles Lindbergh. Also, what else was going on around the globe; not just across the Atlantic in 1927? american-giant.com use promo code DANK for 20% off your order! ritual.com/dank for 10% off during your first 3 months! Sources: biography.com, History.com ‘10 Fascinating Facts About Charles Lindbergh’ by Evan Andrews, Britannica.com, Airandspace.si.edu, Thepeoplehistory.com
Nov 30, 2021 • 59min
The Moon
The Moon has bared witness to all of the historic events that have taken place here on Earth and would most likely offer now bias if able to recount. Man has placed metaphor, might and even malevolence on the moon. Strider takes a look at the natural history of Earth's only satellite void of man's influence on it while unavoidably recounting its influence on us! farmersassysauce.com enter code DANK at checkout for 50% off your first order! Sources: Moon.nasa.gov, ‘Rocket Men’ by Robert Kurson, Space-facts.com, Thatverynight.com
Nov 23, 2021 • 40min
Blacks Beach
Strider takes a bit of a trip down memory lane as he recounts the history of Blacks Beach, and the post WWII surfing boom in California. Strider used to post up on the cliffs of La Jolla and watch surfers shred and old dudes drop dong. dadgrass.com/dank for 20% off your first order! haversupply.com code: DANK at checkout for 20% off! Sources: Lajolla.com, Surfingsafari.wordpress.com, Everydaycalifornia.com, Mywavefinder.com, Mensjournal.com ‘A History Lesson on Doheny State Beach Before The Dana Point Harbor’ by Ryan Brower
