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Dec 5, 2023 • 50min

DANK OFF: Iconic Cars

Strider runs down the top 5 most iconic cars in World History. This is ambitious to say the least!  Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK. HelloTUSHY is offering our listeners an exclusive limited time offer of 15% OFF your first bidet order PLUS FREE SHIPPING! Go to HELLOTUSHY.COM/DANK for 15% off all bidets! Promo Code: DANK patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Hotcars.com, History.com, Screenrant.com, Porsche.com, Vw.com, Motorbeam.com, Ferrari.com, Forbes.com ‘​​Luxury Lineage: A Brief History of the Ferrari 250 GTO’ Michael Solomon 2018, Autoevolution.com ‘A Short History of the Legendary Ferrari 250 GTO, the World's Priciest Classic’ Vlad Radu 2020, Time.com ‘Short Chaotic History of Dolorean’ by Lily Rothman 2016
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Nov 28, 2023 • 35min

Lost Treasures Of The Copper Scroll

The happen chance discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls was one of the most iconic finds of the 20th Century. According to the one Copper Scroll there might be even more to be discovered. This Copper Scroll is a map of the most valuable stashes of treasure ever buried.  Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and sign up with promo code DANK! New customers can get a deposit match up to FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit FIVE DOLLARS or more! Only on DraftKings Casino with promo code DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources:  Livescience.com ‘Qumran & The Dead Sea Scrolls’ by Owen Jarus 2017, Wikipedia.org, Interestingengineerging.com ‘Clues to the Largest Treasure Ever Buried Are in a Dead Sea Scroll’ by Marcia Wendorf 2019, Britannica.com Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. 21+. Physically present in Connecticut/Michigan/New Jersey/Pennsylvania/West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. One per opted-in new customer. Min. five dollar deposit. Max match five hundred in casino credits which require 1x play-thru within 7 days. See terms at casino dot draftkings dot com slash player’s choice for eligibility, terms and responsible gaming resources.  
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Nov 21, 2023 • 39min

Bloodsport Of The Ancient Mayans

The ballgame known as Pitz was often accompanied by human Sacrifice. Why? Strider covers what is known, and often debated about this Mesoamerican game as he seeks to answer to this question and more. Shop from your toilet this Brown Friday and save up to 30% on bidets and bundles! Visit HELLOTUSHY.COM/DANK and use promo code DANK for 30% off your first order.That’s HELLOTUSHY.COM/DANK for 30% off now through November 25th. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Nationalgeographic.com ‘Top 10 Maya Secrets’ by Michael Shapiro 2012, Wikipedia.org, Researchgate.net ‘The ballgame, boxing and ritual blood sport in ancient mesoamerica’ by Kari Taube 2017, Metmuseum.org
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Nov 14, 2023 • 36min

The Forgotten First Ever Women's World Cup

Known as Copa '71, Mexico hosted the first ever unofficial women's World Cup of Soccer. Why is it still unofficial? Why has almost nobody heard of it even though hundreds of thousands of people attended the televised games? Strider searches for answers and more... Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Girlssoccernetwork.com ‘The Story Behind Copa ‘71: The Unofficial First Women’s World Cup’ by Rachel Gonzalez 2023, Theguardian.com ‘Copa 71: When 112,500 fans packed out the unofficial Women’s World Cup final’ by Matthew Hall 2023, Theguardian.com ‘A year after more than 50,000 turned up to watch Dick, Kerr Ladies play St Helens, a ban was introduced that was to last half a century’ by Suzanna Wrack 2022, Wikipedia.org, Britannica.com
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Nov 7, 2023 • 42min

Diego Rivera

The Renowned Muralist has inspired a generation of street artist. Unlike many artists, he was famous in his own time... perhaps even infamous. Strider examines 5 prominent works of River's.  Go to HelloFresh.com/DANKFREE and use code DANKFREE for FREE breakfast for life! Take care of yourself from the bottom up this holiday season.  Visit HELLOTUSHY.COM/DANK and use promo code DANK for 10% off your first order. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Theartstory.org, Britannica.com, Artsy.net ‘5 Iconic Works By Diego Rivera’ by Alexxa Gotthardt 2019, Spanishmama.com, Wikipedia.org, Diegorivera.org, Illustrationhistory.org
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Oct 31, 2023 • 48min

Mwindo: A Badass Baby

The Epic Adventures of Mwindo are rich with metaphor and allusion. However, it is no illusion that this tiny hero had a massive impact on both Nyanga and Pygmy people. If you'e ever wanted to pin your dad you'll love this tale.  Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW, sign up with promo code DANK, and new customers get a deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit $5 or more! Only on DraftKings Casino with promo code DANK.  patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Myths, Legends & Sacred Stories: A Visual Encyclopedia by  Philip Wilkinson DK Publishing Penguin Random House  2019, Encyclopedia.com, Mythencyclopedia.com, Britannica.com, Academic-accelerator.com, Nerdfighteria.info, movieoutline.com Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Michigan/New Jersey/Pennsylvania/West Virginia). Please play responsibly.  In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia.  All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit c c p g dot org. 21+.  Physically present in Connecticut/Michigan/New Jersey/Pennsylvania/West Virginia only.  Void in Ontario. One per opted-in new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Max match $100 in casino credits which require 1x play-thru within 7 days.  See terms at casino dot draftkings dot com slash player’s choice. Restrictions apply.
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Oct 17, 2023 • 1h 1min

Burning Man With Cory Loykasek

Burning Man is not a festival. It is more! Legendary burner and hilarious comedian Cory Loykasek joins Strider to share exactly what burning man is. Maybe it's different for each individual?  Get 55% off at Babbel.com/DANK.  Cory Loykasek: @officialmollybro @dressupgang patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Burningman.org, Wikipedia.org, Rgj.com, Britannica.com, The-sun.com, Medium.com ‘An Anthropological History of Burning Man’ by Daniel Morrison 2019, Reddit.com, Fractalenlightenment.com
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Oct 10, 2023 • 41min

Ghost Stories

Who started these things, and why do they have to scare Strider so bad? Maybe some answers as to how and why ghost stories started will help us all sleep better at night this spooky season.  Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: history.com, Imperiumromanum.pl, Sju.edu, Bigthink.com by ‘Horror Fiction: The Unexpectedly Ancient Origins of Ghost Stories’ by Tim Brinkhoff, Smithsonianmag.com, Tableau.uchicago.edu ‘Two Perspectives On Ghsots’ As Told by Maureen Searcy, Washingtonpost.com ‘The Ghosts of Japan’  
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Oct 3, 2023 • 41min

The Great Rift Valley

Known as the, "cradle of humanity," the Great Rift Valley offers much more than the scenic views. Is this the region where all of us come from? Go to HelloFresh.com/50dank and use code 50dank for 50% off plus free shipping! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Education.nationalgeographic.org, Britannica.com, Kids.britannica.com, Pbslearningmedia.org, Forbes.com ‘The Discovery Of The Great Rift Valley, Where Africa Is Splitting In Two’ by David Bressan 2018, Ngorongorocratertanzania.org, A-zanimals.com, Quora.com
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Sep 26, 2023 • 41min

Great Earthquake of Lisbon

In 1755 a massive quake literally changed the foundation of Portugal... for a time. Strider covers the lasting effects of the devastating natural disaster. That's not all Lisbon has to offer there are spies, romance, and much Moors (pun intended).  Stop wiping and start washing.  Go to HELLOTUSHY.COM/DANK and use promo code DANK for 10% off your first order. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Britannica.com, Hakaimagazine.com ‘The Earthquake the brought Enlightenment’ by Laura Trethewey 2020, Peaceboat.org ‘The Salazar Dictatorship Still Haunting Portugal’ by Lea Gelfert, Juliane Hauschulz and Maximilian Wegener 2021, Historyextra.com ‘Your Guide to the Carnation Revolution’  by Emma Slattery Williams, Historyhit.com, Nationalgeographic.com, Jamesbondlifestyle.com, Algarvedailynews.com ‘Whatever Was Ian Flemming Doing in Estoril in 1941’ by James Mayor 2017

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