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
Mar 3rd: Stubborn Spirit = Sweet Success
Stubbornness has a funny way of changing history! Our world would look - and taste - a lot different without the sweet successes of March 3rd. Get ready for a triple dose of determination as today’s heroes turn 'no way' into 'my way' as they reveal how failure, family feuds, and frostbite became unexpected pathways to sweet success!
- The Iditarod dog sled race is a showcase of determined mushers and their four-legged athletes. Current musher Bailey Vitello shares why losing 45 pounds during his rookie run is just part of the adventure.
- Then we'll unwrap the deliciously bitter origin story of M&M's, where Forrest Mars turned family exile into sweet revenge.
- Finally, we’ll raise our copper mugs to the beautiful collision of three epic failures that created cocktail history.
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 tales of the past. You’ll find yourself a little smarter and have some great stories you can tell while standing in the ever longer self-serve check-out lines at the grocery store. If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Important links from today’s stories (these links worked in early-2025 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to Team Bailey’s dog sponsor page
- Link to the Ickey Shuffle video at the deli counter
The rest is under construction!
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
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