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
Bonus Episode: Team Bailey & Iditarod Dreams
What happens when you combine 16 high-energy dogs, a sleep-deprived human, and 1,000 miles of Alaskan wilderness? Hallucinated rock concerts, near-death ice rescues, and a man who lost 45 pounds in 11 days while chasing the ultimate mushing dream. Meet Bailey Vitello, who's been commanding dog teams since age two and now tackles the legendary Iditarod with nothing but determination, his canine family, and—shockingly—zero caffeine.
In this episode, we dive headfirst into the wild world of competitive dog sledding with a musher who:
- Hallucinates Maroon 5 concerts in the Alaskan wilderness (sleep deprivation is a trip!)
- Rolls soaking wet dogs in snow to dry them (it actually works!)
- Shares his chili with his lead dog while sleeping in -10°F temperatures
- Lost a shocking 45 pounds during his rookie Iditarod run
Meet the canine characters in Bailey's 16-dog dream team – from Senator (the teacher's pet) to Wyoming (a loveable wrecking ball) to Tuckerman (the class clown who steals everyone's toys) to YoYa (his sleeping bag heater when needed).
Whether you're a dog lover, adventure seeker, or just curious about what drives someone to race across Alaska in conditions that would make most of us question our life choices, Bailey's story proves that sometimes the craziest dreams are the ones worth freezing for.
Listen now and discover why, as Bailey puts it, "Dogs honestly are just truly the answer to everything."
Links:
- Team Bailey USA: www.teambaileyusa.com
- Sponsor a dog or help pack Bailey's drop bags
- Follow Bailey's 2025 Iditarod journey
- The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Official Site
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
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