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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May 30, 2023 • 52min
Thousand Stokes With Eric Schwartz
Hailing from Thousand Oaks, Eric Schwartz shares his memories and milestones growing up as a Southern Californian. How did his experiences in youth inform his comedy and music today? Where can one experience more chain eateries Thousand Oaks or Orange County(Strider's home town)? @EricSchwartz ericschwartzlive.com Protect your online privacy by visiting ExpressVPN.com/dank TODAY! You can get an extra three months FREE. patreon.com/striderwilson check out @Hug.Your.Bros. Sources: Britannica.com, Venturepropertymgmt.com, Conejovalley.com, Citytowninfor.com, Factmonster.com
May 23, 2023 • 1h 9min
The Bermuda Triangle Conspiracy With Von Roberts
We've all heard of the infamous and mysterious Bermuda Triangle. There have been tales of sea monsters, to UFOs to rogue tidal waves. Von Roburts joins to discuss these mysterious ongoings and much more. @vonroburts Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.COM/DANK Language For Life! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Yahoo.com ‘Scientist Says He Solved The bermuda Triangle’ by Tim Newcomb 2023, History.co.uk, Discovery.com, Britannica.com, Newsweek.com, Nationalgeographic.com ‘The Intrigue Behind The Bermuda Triangle’ by Hillary Mayell, Greekreporter.org ‘Greek Merchant Mariner Recalls UFO Bermuda Triangle Sighting” by Patricia Claus
May 16, 2023 • 47min
The Bahamas
The Bahamas has it all. The Beautiful island nation composed of over 700 islands has a history entwined with invaders, pirates and mysteries. Strider recently visited one of the magical islands and had to discover 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: Bahamas.com, britanica.com, tcmuseum.org, thoughtco.com ‘Biography of Captain William Kidd, Scottish Pirate’ by Christopher Minster, Study.com, Keepwellkept.com, Thefactlife.org
May 2, 2023 • 43min
Vlad The Impaler With Harmony McElligott
The chiller is back! Harmony McElligott brings the knowledge when it comes Vlad the Impalers gory legacy. @harmonymcelligott So stop handing over your personal data to the Big Tech monopoly that mines your activity and sells your information. Protect yourself with the VPN I trust to keep me safe online. Visit ExpressVPN.com/dank to get three extra months free. Reach out to @anchorbrewing on social media and let them know you stand with the workers by using hashtags #AnchorUnion and #AnchoredInSF For updates, you can follow them on social media platforms at @anchorunionsf. Patreron.com/striderwilson Sources: Britannica.com, Nbcnews.com, Encyclopedia.com, Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim
Apr 25, 2023 • 47min
Anime Is Sophisticated
Turns out Anime is for everyone, literally! Themes and character devices/troupes are designed to interest certain viewers... individually. Well not really individually, but it's pretty sophisticated. Strider at first thought the entertainment form was for kids, but now he believes it is some of the best art out there. Give this ep a listen and maybe even some Anime a watch afterwards. Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Liveabout.com ‘Brief History Of Anime’ by Serdar Yegulalp, Gocwpub.com, Wegotthiscovered.com ‘The Complete Guide To All Anime Types, Explained’ by Nadia Linhares, Aminoapps.com, Cbr.com ‘15 Common Anime Troupes You See Everywhere’ by Myan Mercado, Hdomingocom.wordpress.com
Apr 18, 2023 • 1h 11min
Sketch Comedy With Liam Cullagh & Will Angus
Liam Cullah(@liamcullagh_) and Will Angus(@angus_william) of @Fridaybeers join Strider to discuss a brief history of Sketch Comedy in the U.S. Of course the boyz dive into their own experiences in sketch and how they feel about the forms future trajectory. Check them out on ALMOST FRIDAY TV Reach out to the company @anchorbrewing on social media and let them know you stand with the workers by using hashtags #AnchorUnion and #AnchoredInSF For updates, you can follow our efforts on social media platforms at @anchorunionsf. Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.COM/DANK @hug.your.bros patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Hollywoodinsider.com ‘A Brief History Of Sketch Comedy and Its Evolution From 1959 - 2020’ by Armando Brigham, Britannica.com, Odysseytheatre.ca ‘A Brief History Of Commedia’della Arte’ by Chris King, Encyclopedia.chicagohistory.org
Apr 11, 2023 • 41min
Owls Ninjas Of The Sky
Owls are so sick. Symbolically however, there are some split feathers. Strider dives into the lore and the facts of these birds of prey. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Worldbirds.com, Imdb.com, Lifefamilyfun.com, Animalspot.net, Chirpforbirds.com, Audubon.org
Apr 4, 2023 • 49min
Barbary Wars
Before the United States were even officially united pirates held sway over the young nation. Navy power was the future and Thomas Jefferson along with some other diplomates got the ball rolling early on. If they hadn't The United States may very well have lost the war of 1812. Visit EXPRESSVPN.COM/DANK to get three extra months of ExpressVPN protection for free. 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.state.gov, History.com, Grc-usmcu.libguides.com, Monticello.org, usnhistory.navylive.dodlive
Mar 21, 2023 • 48min
Hedy Lamarr
Genius! Bombshell! There is certainly more than meets the eye when it comes to the incredible journey that was Hedy Lamarr's career. She escaped Germany just prior to WWII and went on to lay the foundation for modern wireless communication. All while being one the biggest Hollywood Stars. Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.COM/DANK patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: History.co.uk, Thalesgroup.com, Wikipedia.org, Womenshistory.org ‘Hedy Lamarr” by Colleen Cheslak 2018, Leaders.com ‘How Hedy Lamarr and Her Inventions Changed The World’ by Hannah L. Miller 2022
Mar 14, 2023 • 49min
Biggest Heist In U.S. History
Turns out the most money ever stolen in a single heist took place right in Strider's home town. This one has it all: dynamite, a master plan, Feds, and millions of dollars. Incase that isn't enough Strider coins the moniker, "Slick Dick Nixon." Go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20% off your first order! Visit our exclusive link ExpressVPN.com/DANK and you can get an extra 3 months FREE on a one-year package! patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Worldatlas.com, Cleveland.com ‘Super heist: How a Youngstown gang traveled to LA to rip off Richard Nixon and stole $30 million’ by Laura Demarco, Amildinsio.com, Imbdb.com, Surfer.com, Ocregister.com
