History Is Dank

Operation Overlord consisted of air, naval and land assaults on the European coast on this very day 79 years ago. June 6, 1944 was a day you did not want to be on the beaches of Normandy, France. Strider looks into the different beach sectors and one phantom sector of the D Day invasion.  Right now, get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.COM/DANK Go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20%...

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...

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 Tr...

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....

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 soc...

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,...

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 us...

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

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...

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 Sour...

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 pa...

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 Frumentari...

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 babbe...

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...

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....

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...

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 Yala...

“Basically a badass secret mission that some super badass elite British SAS dudes teamed up with Norwegian resistance fighters to STOP NAZIS FROM MAKING AN ATOMIC BOMB,” Tyler, the bro who suggested this fire episode topic! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code DANK. New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on the Conference Championships and get TWO HUNDRED IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. patreon...

What's better: the true story or the movie? JT and Strider have selected 5 of the most Epic movies/figures in order to make the call... fact or fiction! Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code DANK. New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on the NFL Divisional Round and get TWO HUNDRED IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. Only at DraftKings Sportsbook with code DANK. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: B...

Comedian Nathan Hurd joins Strider to discuss the music they loved growing up and much more. nathanhurdcomedy.com @nathanhurdcomedy Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code DANK New customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS on the NFL and get TWO HUNDRED IN FREE BETS INSTANTLY. Only at DraftKings Sportsbook with code DANK. Right now, Dad Grass is offering our listeners 20% off your first order whe...

Should the Tudors ever even have reigned over England? If they didn't, history might look very different. Harmony McElligott joins Strider to discuss England's most recognizable ruling family and much more! Harmony's Stand Up Special On Amazon Prime Video: https://amzn.to/3ejTpOg Itunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-struggle-continues/1559592389?uo=4 Instagram: @harmonymcelligott patreon.c...

Paddles up for this absolute fire ep, and maybe self-defense. A.K. joins to discuss the origin and rapid surge in popularity of America's fastest growing sport. They don't call him the King of Dink for no reason. Listen to learn why... and much 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: Newyorke...

With a brilliant blend of honesty and humor, comedian Hanna Dickinson shares her experiences with rehab. Ever since the dawn of societies opioids and alcohol have plagued the citizens of Egypt, Mesopotamia, and China alike. With the advent of the industrial revolution addiction only grew worse. What methods did ancient and modern societies take in order to curb these chemical dependencies?  Hanna...

Artist and owner of the Pauhaus Gallery in Los Angeles, Pau Aguirre, joins Strider to discuss the early contemporary art school in Germany known as Bauhaus. They interpret some pieces and share their outlook on art, life, and other dank stuff.  Pau Aguirre: @pauhausgallery @artofpau @melrosedrawingclub patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: history.com, Theartstory.org, Guggenheim.org, Artsy.net, Dwel...

Over the span of about 100 years jeans transformed from an unofficial work uniform to an expression of individuality world wide. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code [DANK] at Manscaped.com. Go to DADGRASS.COM/DANK for 20% off your first order. patreon.com/striderwilson Sources: Byrdie.com ‘The History Of Jeans: A Detailed Look At Denim Over The Decades’ by Marlene Montanez, Renoon.com, Bbc...