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
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
Mar 7, 2023 • 40min
Roman Spies
Spying on people is a major shmole move. However, when it comes to spying on governments its somehow sexy. Strider takes a look at the development of personal spies to state sponsored spies in Rome. @hug.your.bros on Instagram and TikTok patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Britannica.com, Thehistorianshut.com Written by C. Keith Hansley., Heritagedaily.com, Jstor.org ‘The Origins Of The Frumentarii’ by William G. Sinnigen, Historynet.com, Pbs.org
Feb 28, 2023 • 37min
Glory: Massachusetts 54th Regiment
The 1989 feature film entitled GLORY is an amazing true story about one of the first all black regiments to see action in the American Civil War. The bravery displayed by these men during their exposed assault of Fort Wagner is something legends are made of. They made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could live better lives. Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to babbel.com/dank Patreon.com/striderwilson Initial Research Performed By J.D. Lapinsky Sources: Latimes.com ‘Threads That Led to the Making of ‘Glory’ : Movies: Screenwriter Kevin Jarre recalls the ‘unbelievable odyssey’ in getting the tale of a black Civil War regiment made.’ by Charles Camplin 1990, Imdb.com, Nga.gov, wikipedia.org
Feb 21, 2023 • 49min
Muhammad Ali
Strider weighs in on, "The Greatest," heavyweight fighter of all time. Both inside and outside of the ring Muhammad Ali was truly larger than life. Undisputed! Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: youtube.com/biography, youtube.com/history, youtube.com/educationalvideosforstudentscartoonnetwork, Espn.com, Bleacherreport.com ‘Ranking Muhammad Ali’s 10 Greatest Lines of Trash Talk’ by Briggs Seekins 2016, Britannica.com
Feb 14, 2023 • 1h 3min
Druids
Is Stonehenge, "where the Druids go?" Strider tries to unravel the mystery shrouding the priestly order of the Celts. Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to babbel.com/dank patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Britannica.com, Historic-uk.com ‘Who Were The Druids?’ by Ben Johnson, Nationalgeographic.com ‘Why Do We Know So Little About The Druids?’ by Erin Blakemore, Wikipedia.org
Feb 7, 2023 • 57min
Oso Jack With Cole Garrett
Comedian and O.C. native Cole Garrett joins Strider Wilson to discuss the infamous meet up spot for high schoolers know simply as... Oso Jack. It was the launching point for many insane nights in the early to mid 2000's. Is it still that way? Maybe Strider and Cole will have to pull a, "hey mister," to find out. Cole Garrett: Cole Garrett: @coletellsjokes Support Anchor Brewing Co. union workers on social media @anchorbrewing @anchorunionsf #AnchorUnion and #AnchoredInSF Link to event: https://m.facebook.com/events/2111932362327767/ Download DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code DANK. New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on Super Bowl Fifty Seven and get TWO HUNDRED IN BONUS BETS INSTANTLY. Only at DraftKings Sportsbook with code DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Bigcommerce.com, Acrwebsite.org, Stonecreekllc.com Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), 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) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in OH/ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in BONUS BETS: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as BONUS BETS that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. BONUS BETS must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Super Boost: Valid 1 Odds Boost Token per customer after opt-in each day for eligible Super Bowl LVII prop markets only. Token must be used BEFORE placing eligible bet between 6-9PM ET daily. Odds boosts and prop markets will vary. Max bet limits apply. Tokens are non-cashable, non-refundable, and cannot be withdrawn. Boost Token expire daily at 9PM ET. There are no restrictions on the funds a customer will receive if their bet wins. If their bet loses, they will not receive any reward. Offer period valid 2/6/23 - 2/11/23. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/footballterms.
Jan 31, 2023 • 42min
Derinkuyu The Buried City
Strider loves underground cities! So, it's no mystery why he chose to explore the mysterious purposes of the buried city of Derinkuyu. Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order when you go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Bbc.com ‘Turkey’s Underground City of 20,000 People’ by Geena Truman, Atalasobscura.com, theculturetrip.com by Feride Yalav-Heckeroth, Gaia.com, britannica.com
