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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United States
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All Things Comedy
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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?
Language:
English
Website:
https://allthingscomedy.com/
Episodes
Bass Reeves A Wild West Legend
8/19/2025
This mans life feels like a tall tale. In fact, what he did on the American Frontier in Oklahoma, Texas and beyond inspired the fictional character, The Lone Ranger. But there ain't nothing fictional, maybe embellished, but for sure rooted in actual shoot outs, brawls and horse chases. There is perhaps no greater display of justice and courage from one dude... Bass Reeves.
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Sources: allthatsinteresting.com, goodreads.com, onthisday.com, britannica.com, okhistory.org,
Duration:00:46:53
DANK OFF: Sports Rooted In History
7/29/2025
What modern sporting event had its genesis in a brief moment in history? What modern game was originally a religious practice or high court performance? There are quite a few, but Strider selects his favorites then ranks them. Also we play a little quote trivia... Who said it? As well as a #thankcall to the bowling alley.
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Sources: history.com, britannica.com, web-japan.org, Worldlacrosse.sport, Collectionsofwaikiki.com, azquotes.com
Duration:00:51:20
Dances With Wolves Historical Accuracy
7/22/2025
Does this film strike the perfect balance between historical accuracy and artistic liberty? Though Dances with Wolves won best picture in 1990 Strider kicks off this episode by re-casting a different film from 1990 with actors from today. There's also a little quotational trivia in here and of course a Thank call.
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Sources: imbd.com, wikipedia.org, collider.com, britannica.com, pawneenation.org, “Essential Shakespeare Handbook” Leslie Dunton-Downer and Alan Riding 2013 Dorling Kindersley Limited, rsc.org.uk, myshakespeare.com
Duration:00:50:04
Project Iceworm
7/15/2025
This episode opens with heavy appreciation for July 14th. If you don't know why that is a vital date to human history then don't miss this episode. Strider delves into the secret nuclear ice base that never fully became operational. Thank goodness! Due to rising global temperatures parts of this arctic, "lab," are being exposed.
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Sources: history.com, allthatsinteresting.com, wikipedia.org, imdb.com, onthisday.com, britannica.com
Duration:00:42:33
Zheng He The Giant Eunuch Admiral
7/13/2025
Zheng He commanded the massive Treasure Fleet in early Ming China. He survived a rather burtal childhood, and rose up to the highest position ever for a Eunuch. He sailed all over the Indian Ocean, and if it weren't for a change of Emperor (something that happened often in his time) he might have reached areas of the globe hundreds of years prior to when Explorers of Europe did.
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Sources: history.com, britannica.com, Thoughtco.con, china.org.cn, daily.jstor.org, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010, brainyquote.com, waterford.org, wikipedia.org, livescience.com
Duration:00:36:28
Hannibal, "Is At The Gates!"
6/10/2025
The greatest general of Carthage struck fear into the hearts of Romans. His brilliance as a military tactician and leader is overshadowed by his eventual demise by general Scipio Africanus. What made Hannibal so effective against Rome in 2 Punic Wars?
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Sources: britannica.com, imdb.com, theconversation.com, history.com, wikipedia.org
Duration:00:48:24
Ancient Energy
5/27/2025
Besides fire and man power did Ancient civilizations and settlements have any other sources of power that we might think only came about after the Inudstrial Revolution? If so, what natural elements did ancient humans harness, and for what purpose? Plus, Strider thank calls the car wash.
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Sources: history.com, group.met.com, eia.gov, ebsco.com’history of energy in Egypt’ by Leyk, Manja 2023, britannica.com, science.org, smith.edu, scienceofocus.com, wikipedia.org, chemistrylearner.com
Duration:00:58:57
Baroque Art & Bernini Sculptures With Harmony McElligott
5/20/2025
We often wonder, what would it have been like to go back in time and be there for a major event. Perhaps Baroque art is the pasts premiere way of transporting and observer to a brief moment in time. Harmony breaks it down for us using, "Rome's last true Renaissance man," Bernini.
Harmony's Instagram
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Sources: nga.gov, walksofitaly.com, history.com, imdb.com, wikipedia.org, historyhit.com
Duration:01:00:11
The White War
5/13/2025
In WWI there was No Man's Land. To step upon it meant instant demise. Now, imagine that very same danger, but at 12,000 feet of altitude. Strider Thank Calls the Geek squad to let them know they're aren't dorks.
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Sources: nationalgeographic.com, smithsonianmag.com, turismofvg.it, thewesterfrontassociation.com, wikipedia.org, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010, armedwithabook.com, weareteachers.com, britannica.com
Duration:00:38:28
The Donner Party
4/29/2025
In 1846 a group of settlers lead by George Donner got stranded in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. They were hoping to start a new life in California. What they had to do to try to survive... was something unthinkable. To keep the stoke up during this dark subject matter Strider thank calls Toyota.
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Sources: history.com, britannica.com, imdb.com, springfield.il.us, desert.usa.com, a-zanimals.com, nps.gov, playback.fm
Duration:00:35:41
The Panchatantra
4/22/2025
Navigating life is difficult for anyone! Especially if you're a dull witted son of and Ancient Indian ruler. The Panchatantra consists of 5 fables meant to guide one toward a, "Successful," life. Strider focuses on an battle between Owls and Crows. Two of the most legit birds. Also, another THANK CALL to J Mike's. Just to let them know they're crushing it over there.
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Sources: bbc.com “100 Stories That Shaped The World” 2018, britannica.com, fablereads.com, imdb.com, blogs.loc.gov, merriam-webster.com
Duration:00:46:53
L.A. Bands Dank Off
4/15/2025
Strider selects the greatest Los Angeles based band of all time. Sujective of course! He also shares the stoke with another Thank Call, not a Prank Call. Things get kicked off with a little recast it today as well.
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Sources: imdb.com, yardbarker.com, discoverlosangeles.com , vanityfair.com Laurel Canyon Scene by Lisa Robinson 2015, britannica.com, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010
Duration:00:40:23
The Origin Of April Fools Day
4/1/2025
Is April Fools the ultimate Dad Joke or is there something more to it? When and why did it start. Who was the first dude to get fooled? The exact origin is unclear, but clues can be found in Rome and even Ancient Egypt. Strider also explores the biggest April Fools pranks in modern history.
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Sources: history.com, history.co.uk, imdb.com, The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010
Duration:00:37:59
Transcendentalism With Meredith Casey & Luke Null
3/18/2025
Thoreau said it well when he said, "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived." Well Meredith, Luke and Strider discuss what else goes down in the woods and much, much more!
Meredith Casey: @meredith_casey_
Luke's Special
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Sources: britannica.com, plato.stanford.edu, history.com, brainyquote.com, allamericanatlas.org, ranker.com
Duration:01:25:29
The Emu War With Jason Kaye
3/11/2025
One might think modern man could easily extinguish a pre-historic bird, but that would be a gross misestimation. Emus a basically modern Velociraptors, and the Australian Army learned that the hard way.
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Sources:britannica.com, constitutioncenter.org, smconservancy.org, pacificpalisadeshistory.org
Duration:01:00:08
Common Phrases With Luke Null
3/4/2025
Why is a baker's dozen 13 and a dozen eggs simply 12? Strider learns the difference between a common phrase and an idiom. Luke is back with some fire segments and much more. You're gonna love this episode a lot, but... Don't get carried away!
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Sources: massaudubon.org, skyandtelescope.org, loc.gov, britannica.com, poemanalysis.com, imdb.com
Duration:01:08:09
Boss Tweed With Luke Null
2/25/2025
Politics and corruption unfortunately have gone hand in hand throughout all history. Boss Tweed of New York City may have been one of America's most blatant and notorious violators of the electoral process and more. No worries though, Luke and Strider keep the vibes right with plenty of fun segments and games.
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Sources: The Intellectual Devotional by David S. Kidder and Noah D. Oppenheim 2010, britannica.com, hiddencityphila.org, thomasnast.com
Duration:01:06:05
Anansi The Spider Plus Some Phone Calls To Chill Experts
2/18/2025
First and foremost huge shout out to Ian from Acai Republic. Dude has great vibes! For the first time Strider gets on the phone and calls some experts regarding dank decor. Myriam of Hollywood glam furniture might be the chillest lady of all time. For our dose of history Strider shares a story derived from West African Folklore. The bold and clever Anansi the spider who wanted all the knowledge of the World.
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Sources: ‘The Mythology Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained” Editorial Director Ellen Dupont. DK Penguin Random house 2018, westelm.com, imdb.com, african.mythologyworldwide.com
Duration:00:43:56
The Merchant Of Venice With Luke Null
2/11/2025
Luke Null co-hosts with Strider. The dudes bring multiple new fun segments that are beyond historical as well as a quick dose of Shakespeare. This is a new and improved format of HISTORY IS DANK!
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Luke's Instagram: luke_null
Sources: “Essential Shakespeare Handbook” Leslie Dunton-Downer and Alan Riding 2013 Dorling Kindersley Limited, shakespeare.org.uk, sparknotes.com, wikipedia.org
Duration:01:04:18
Otzi The Iceman With Harmony McElligott
2/4/2025
This Late Neolithic early Copper Age man was found in 1991. His body was entombed in Ice for about 5,000 years. His near perfect preservation offers us a array of pristine information of what life was like for dudes like Otzi. However what killed him is a mystery. Strider and Harmony might have solved it thought!
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Harmony's Instagram: @HarmonyMcElligott
Sources: iceman.it, britannica.com, worldhistory.org, history.com ‘The Prehistoric Ages: How Humans Lived Before Written Records’ by Lesley Kennedy 2024
Duration:00:58:35