History Is Dank
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 …Social links:
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The 13th Warrior: Historical Accuracy
What is not to love about 13 bros teaming up to defeat an ancient evil that lives in the mist? Based on the real life account of 10th century Islamic poet Ahmad Ibn Fadlan and the epic poem Beowulf the 1999 film takes some big swings. Strider clears the fog around what is and isn't historically on …
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Who Were The Knights Templar?
Who were these guys and where did they go? Perhaps to find the answer we must look at why the order began in the first place. Strider takes a trip to the first Crusade and beyond to find out more about these warrior bankers. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain Hat ON SALE!…
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Battle Of Castle Itter
Nothing better then when old foes become bros even if it's just for an instant. This battle was perhaps the only time in recorded history that German and U.S. Forces fought on the same side during World War 2. This story could be movie! Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories Raw Dog Captain …
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Stoke Newington: A Hamlet Of Stoke
Is the Hackney town of Stoke Newington a place of true stoke or is it simply just a name? Perhaps the Father of English Hymnody, Isaac Watts, who wrote the most stoke inducing hymn of all time may provide a clue within his lyrics. Take a virtual historical stroll through Stoke Newington and more wi…
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Warality
Strider explores a few instances in history when past foes become current bros. What special blend circumstances align global superpowers? What is this idea of warality? On the surface the causes appear just and moral, but what is really going on... CHECK OUT MAKIN' MEMORIES!!! Strider's stand up …
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Special Guest FINNEAS: Historically Chill Vibes
Honored to have Contemporary Legend FINNEAS join to discuss what roles he and and Strider could have filled historically with their modern skill sets and much MUCH more. Like Jazz for every wrong note Strider hits FINNEAS is there to hit the right next note. He's chill, thoughtful and brilliant. En…
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Native Ghosts
In this especially spooky episode Strider highlights a few or the most fearsome creatures of the wilderness dating back hundreds and maybe even thousands of years. These ghosts from the Mountains of Montana, plains of Utah, Canada and beyond might still be out there. Native American tribes as well …
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Bros In History A Dank Off
Which brothers had the most lasting historical impact? Strider ranks em and danks em. Also, some ghost talk because it is October afterall. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories striderwilson.com Sources: history.com ‘8 Famous Brothers In History’ by Christopher Klein 2018, complex.com ‘Th…
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Assassins With Harmony McElligott
Harmony is back and ready to talk about the origin of term assassin. Where did it come from, and who were these trained killers? Strider then quizzes Harmony on the most history altering assassination attempts. Strider's Stand Up Special Makin' Memories @HarmonyMcelligott striderwilson.com pat…
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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 ho…
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