History Is Dank

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...

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...

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...

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  P...

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 p...

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

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

Was the Stuxnet, "cyberworm," the first iteration of a new era of combat? Strider is scared! When scared, seek to understand.  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: spymuseum.org, smithsonianmag.com ‘Richard Clarke on Who Was Behind the Stuxnet Attack’ by Ron Rosenbaum 2012, wired.com ‘An Unprecedented Look at Stuxnet, the World's First Digital Weapon’ by Kim Zetter 2014, csoonline....

The first combat submarine in recorded history. Was its mission a success or failure? You better crank that AC ‘cause things are heating up at DraftKings Casino! The excitement is endless, the vibes are right! 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...

One must walk the walk in order to talk the talk. Xuanzang did exactly that in in the 7th Century AD. He cruised From China to India and back. His Journey West still influences the world today.  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...

Which animal gave ancient armies the greatest strategic edge? Do certain ones still have use in modern military tactics? Strider ranks the most elite non-human soldiers of the past, present and hopefully not future.  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: livescience.com ‘Beasts in Battle: 15 Amazing Animal Recruits in War’ by Tom Metcalfe and Jeremy Hsu 2017, quora.com, wikipedia.co...

Adapting to survive in the harshest climate the world has to offer is too sick! Which animal is the absolute sickest though? Draft Kings! New players, start playing with just FIVE BUCKS and get ONE HUNDRED BACK INSTANTLY in Casino Credits. Download the app and use code DANK to book your one-way ticket to fun with DraftKings Casino! The crown is yours. patreon.com/striderwilson striderwilson.com So...

He met an untimely death. Was it a curse? Was this Ancient Babylonian King mad or was he just a pretty regular gnarly king?  striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: worldhistory.org, livius.org, nationalgeographic.com, britannica.com

Strider shoots from the hip on this ep! Luckily he's been crushing the dank series Shogun. So, he's always ready to talk Bushido Code and much more! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: britannica.com, wikipedia.com. history.com, and definitely NOT artofmanliness.com

We've all been in one at some point in our lives. Most likely during a school commute. Strider would argue that the greatest lessons in life did not occur in the classroom, but rather in the confined space of the backseat on the way to that classroom. Buckle up for a banger of an ep! striderwilson.com patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: nytimes.com ‘Once Popular, Car Pools Go The Way Of Hitch Hicki...

What is the gnarliest race in continual history? What demands the most of man and machine to drive, survive and strive? Strider highlights 6 races and picks the most epic of them all! Tickets: Strider's Special April 1st in L.A. 7pm Show Tickets: Strider's Special April 1st in L.A. 9pm Show patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: us.motrosport.com ‘TOP 10 MOST PRESTIGIOUS RACES IN THE WORLD’ by Nick De...

Inventor of the, "Death Ray," and other ingenious engines of warfare, Archimedes, was perhaps the greatest engineering mind of his time. His inventions and discovered principles are still in use today.  Ticket Links for my Special Recording in Los Angeles on Monday April 1st: STRIDER WILSON'S LIVE COMEDY SPECIAL TAPING, 7 PM SHOW  STRIDER WILSON'S LIVE COMEDY SPECIAL TAPING, 9PM SHOW patreon.com/s...

The vibe master himself, Rusty Featherstone, cruised in to talk pirates. Not just any pirate though, the legendary Blackbeard. We discuss the infamous captains raise and demise. Strider and Rusty also get personal. It's sweet! Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and use code DANK. New players get an instant deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit five dollars...

To look upon Crater Lake in Southern Oregon meant instant Death to anyone according to Klamath legend. Their millennia old mythical origin story of the lakes creation has a unique intersection with modern science.  Strider and Harmony Shred Flappers Comedy Club in Burbank 2/29 7:30pm: https://www.flapperscomedy.com/shows/strider-and-harmony/72262/ patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Smithsonianmag....

The toll of war is measured in those that made the ultimate sacrifice. Alfred, Lord Tennyson's immortal poem honors those that fell, and simultaneously reminds those that command of the gravity of every small decision.  Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and use code DANK. New players get an instant deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit five dollars or more...

No matter what you believe about Jesus, you better believe he was rolling deep. 12 deep to be exact. Strider's bro Harmony McElligott joins to discuss the Disciples squad dynamics. How have these dynamics evolved over the past 2 millennia? What has changed, and what is for sure eternal. Strider and Harmony Comedy Show Flappers Burbank 2/29/24 7:30pm Ticket Link!! Harmony McElligott: @harmonymcelli...

Polar Bears aren't getting the respect they deserve. These Arctic chillers can throw down when necessary, and it's time people find out how.  patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Stories.sandiegozoo.org 21 Cool Fact About Polar Bears by Jen Beening December 6, 2015, Polarbearsinternational.org, Britannica.com, Wwf.org

When the biggest Nuclear disaster ever took place at Chernobyl in 1986, brave individuals had to step up to prevent further catastrophe. Vladimir Pravik was first among the many that made the ultimate sacrifice.  Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and use code DANK.   New players get an instant deposit match up to ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS in casino credits when you deposit five dollars or more.  Th...

There have been a handful of excellent films related to the infamous prison island of Alcatraz. Perhaps the greatest of those films, and perhaps even the greatest film ever made is... The Rock.  patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Phactual.com, Imdb.com, Nps.gov, Britannica.com, Facts.net, Rogerebert.com, Archives.gov

Ovid's poem of epic length isn't technically and epic. However, it has been undeniably influential upon all forms of art over the past 2,000 years. Which is exactly what Ovid would have wanted because only through art can one cheat death.  Download the DraftKings Casino app NOW and sign up with promo code DANK and play FIVE DOLLARS to get ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS IN CASINO CREDITS! patreon.com/striderw...