DayStrider: Tales from a Time Traveler
If you are naturally curious, a tad nostalgic, and your range of interests is diverse, then DayStrider is the podcast for you. Wanna satisfy that 'itchy' need to learn but with a 'scratch' that's laid-back and enjoyable? A delightful dose of lighthearted and fun stories about this day in the past will make you feel better, become a bit smarter - and you'll have a handy icebreaker to glide right through any uncomfortable social moments you encounter! Added perk: each day's path varies - but the journey is always the same great experience.
Each episode will transport you to three different historical events, amazing discoveries or special inventions that happened on this day in the past. These short stories are sure to make you grin - and will definitely surprise you with a tidbit that you had never heard before! Bonus content at the end includes brief bio's of some famous folks born on this day as well as customized gift ideas for your someone special who's got today circled on their calendar.
You can find more on the website: https://daystrider.buzzsprout.com
DayStrider: Tales from a Time Traveler
May 21st: Size Matters Not (nor does gender)
Celebrating May 21st puts you in some very special company! The amazing creations from this day in history are remarkable - you should make time to check them out:
- Long ago, in a galaxy far away, introduced to us - a great Jedi Master was
- The "Angel of the Battlefield" formed an amazing humanitarian organization
- The World’s most popular sport has endured some ugly blemishes - hopefully they fade quickly!
Why not learn a bit about today by listening to some fun, engaging stories? You’ll find yourself a little smarter and have some great stories you can re-tell!
Today’s show mentions an iconic movie scene that you gotta see - here's that link, along with a link to a great organization that needs your blood! (these links worked in mid 2024, not sure for how long?):
- Iconic movie scene from The Empire Strikes Back
- Wanna donate some blood, here’s the link to do so
Gift ideas for folks who celebrate May 21st for any reason:
- Yoda & Empire Strikes Back: There are all kinds of gifts featuring Yoda and Grogu (Baby Yoda) including shirts and posters and much more!
- If Clara Barton inspired you, there are books about her and her life along with the standard fare of shirts and other decor.
- Into video games? FIFA soccer is action packed! How 'bout World Cup shirts and decor. Or some interesting books about Qatar.
- Check out Robert Downey’s movies and that blanket I mentioned in the episode.
- Strawberries & Cream Day: many options. National Memo Day: r
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~
Do you want to be mentioned here in the podcast? Or do you want me to do a shout-out for a loved one? All you need to do is send me an e-mail: daystriderstories@gmail.com
Better yet, you can record your own shout-out by leaving me a voice message using this SpeakPipe link
Do you have a story that you wish to share? Join me as a guest and let’s tell the world together! Once again, just send me an e-mail or find me here on Facebook: Truman Pastworthy
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