History Is Dank
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?
Latest episodes
Sep 10, 2024 • 39min
Was Sparta Actually Unchill?
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. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories 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
Aug 27, 2024 • 36min
Lascaux Caves
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? Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories 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
Aug 13, 2024 • 1h 5min
Modern And Contemporary Art With Mark Bade
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! Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories 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
Aug 6, 2024 • 58min
Celebrating 200 With Chad and JT
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! Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories 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
Jul 23, 2024 • 46min
Two Huge Days
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
Jul 16, 2024 • 53min
Cargo Cults With Harmony McElligott
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
Jul 9, 2024 • 31min
The Greedy Lumaluma
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
Jun 25, 2024 • 35min
Matthew Henson "The Kind One"
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.
Jun 18, 2024 • 33min
Gone In 60 Seconds Was Sick
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
Jun 11, 2024 • 37min
History's Most Powerful Couple
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
