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 27th: Knot Your Average Heroes
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes! Some hold communities together when tragedy strikes - while others flex their 24 inch biceps! Either way, our world would be a whole lot different without the heroics that took place on March 27th. Today’s stories prove that strength and staying power come from the most unexpected places!
- When North America’s biggest earthquake struck, Genie Chance transformed from a part-time radio reporter into Alaska's beating heart during chaos and uncertainty.
- Would you believe that the infamous sleeper hold is actually real? And that it was used by one of Professional Wrestling’s biggest heroes to actually knock a TV host unconscious - live on air!
- Finally, we’ll help you solve this fun little riddle:
I'm needed at the ends but not in the middle, Solving my purpose isn't much of a riddle.
I'm handled each day, yet ignored in plain sight. Without me a simple act becomes quite a fight.
Kings had me made of gold to flaunt royal flair, But I’m usually quite plain and paired with a pair.
When I’m broken or missing, things start to fray, and I’m called by a word that you never did say.
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 waiting for that sunrise service to finally get going. If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Fun links from today’s stories (these links worked in early-2025 - not sure how long the links will be available):
- Link to the Thunderlips scene from the Rocky III movie
- Link to the Sleeper Hold scene from the Richard Belzer show
The rest is under construction!
Text me your favorite time travel movie!!!
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