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
Jun 25th: Wanna Noodle on Catfish Day?
June 25th is a Bucket List Triple Threat because of the fun things and interesting places that originated on this day in history! Today’s stories include:
- A celebration of Catfish Day - do you know what “Catfish Noodling” is?
- How the diary ponderings of a newly minted teenager became an international symbol, inspiring millions of readers
- Celebrating the birth of a world famous architect and his iconic masterpiece
If it's a special day for you or for someone you care about, why not learn a little more 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 - AND - have three things you can add to your bucket list! If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Today’s show mentions three bucket list items, some official links are provided here for you. (this link worked in mid 2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to one of Hannah’s videos
- Link to the Anne Frank House museum
- Link to La Sagrada Familia basilica
Gift ideas for folks who celebrate June 25th:
- Celebrating Catfish Day with a shirt or hat will be sure to spark conversations everywhere you go.
- Anne Frank’s inspiring Diary is a great gift if your loved one is a reader - or if they like coffee table books.
- Sticking with that theme, coffee table books featuring Antoni Gaudi’s impressive works are nice. Perhaps some mosaic wall decor in his style is a better option?
- There’s lots of cool stuff to celebrate famous birthdays from today featuring Ricky Gervais, Linda Cardellini, George Orwell and George Michael.
- Similarly, there are fun gift options to celebrate today’s holidays: Goat’s Cheese Day, Strawberry Parfait Day, and Leon Day.
Full disclosure: If you use these gift ide
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
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