DayStrider: Tales from a Time Traveler

Did you know that I have a name for people just like you?

If you’re naturally curious and enjoy learning new things, I’d call you a knowledge seeker! If you’re also a tad nostalgic and love hearing stories, you are definitely a DayStrider!

Everyday has an amazing story to tell! So join me, Truman Pastworthy, as we stride through them all.

Each episode has three fun stories - all about what happened on this day in the past. Some days, we are amazed by inventions and discoveries . . . while on others, we marvel at achievements and triumphs. Throw in celebrations of famous birthdays and fun holidays and you’ve got yourself a time traveler’s treat!

This is the perfect podcast to laugh a bit, learn a bunch and round out your knowledge for trivia night!

Time’s a tickin’ - and history is waiting . . . for YOU!

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: [email protected]

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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Let Freedom Ring on September 1st! Political freedoms? Check! Stereotype freedoms? Check! Even gravitational freedoms? Yep! Check that too! September 1st has all kinds of freedoms to celebrate.

• The Liberty Bell landed on the docks of Philly today - wanna guess what happened on the very first ring?
• The third female living in America became a published author on this day - but you may be surprised as to which young lady has the honor!
• The “Superman” of Jet Planes set world records for speed and altitude on this day 50 years ago - can you believe that a product of the 60’s will likely never be surpassed?

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 in the parking lot at “back to school night”! If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Learn more about today’s historical exhibits here (these links worked in mid-2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):

• Link to The Liberty Bell Center
• Link to The Museum of the American Revolution

Gift ideas for folks who celebrate September 1st:

• There’s all kinds of Liberty Bell decor, books and a really neat wall decal that I mentioned in the segment!
• Check out Phillis Wheatley’s poetry books here, or perhaps a poster works for your “collector” loved one(s).
• A model of the Blackbird would look really good on your loved one’s desk or knick-knack shelf. There’s also books and a really neat photo set.
• There’s lots of cool stuff to celebrate famous birthdays from today featuring Dr. Phil, Gloria Estefan, Zendaya and Carlos Sainz Jr.
• Similarly, there are fun gift options to celebrate today’s holidays: American Chess Day, Cherry

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: [email protected]

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

If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!

If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)

August 16th is a day to celebrate many remarkable achievements! Do you like stories about triumph and glory? Todays tales have that and more - especially if you love sports:

• Sports Illustrated was born today - and turned 70 this year. Did the magazine grow because of America’s love of sports? Or was it the other way around?
• The “Fastest Man Alive” set a speed record on this day that may never be broken. Do you believe that?
• The “Greatest Swimmer of All Time” won an amazing come-from-behind race on this day in the past. Can you imagine 0.01 seconds?

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 at the next summer bar-b-q! If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
Watch today’s events using these YouTube video links (these links worked in mid-2024 - not sure how long the links will be available):

• Link to Usain Bolt’s world record in the 100m dash
• Link to Micheal Phelps’s 0.01 second win in the 100m butterfly
• Link to Joe’s Elite Podcasts website

Gift ideas for folks who celebrate August 16th:

• Sports Illustrated not only sells magazines, they sell books. Even better? An autographed cover!
• Usain Bolt is an amazing athlete! Celebrate his world record set today, or just celebrate his Jamaican heritage.
• Michael Phelps is equally amazing as a swimmer! Celebrate his many achievements with apparel or decor for your loved one.
• There’s lots of cool stuff to celebrate famous birthdays from today featuring Madonna, James Cameron and August 16th in general.
• Similarly, there are fun gift options to celebrate today’s holidays: Kool Aid Day, Roller Coaster Day and

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: [email protected]

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

If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!

If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)

Some incredible things were created on December 21st by folks who had a problem to solve and they were able to do so by blending their passions together to make something new for the world to enjoy. Make time to explore the richness of today:

• The “birth” of the F-14 Tomcat (its first flight),
• The “birth” of the post of basketball (the very first game), and
• The “birth” of the crossword puzzle (the very first one published).

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. If you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (along with links to where you can find them on Amazon).
I mentioned two fun activities in this episode, here they are (these links worked in late 2023 - not sure how long they will remain available):

• The very first crossword puzzle
• You can solve the DayStrider Fun crossword puzzle (you may need to relisten to some of the earlier episodes!)

Once you are done, you can use the crossword labs website to make your own puzzle!

Gift ideas for folks who celebrate December 21st for any reason:

• Crossword puzzle books aplenty are available - different skill levels, different themes, etc - here are some options
• Want to try to make your own coquito cocktail? If you have the rum, this is all you need to enjoy the holiday - tropical style
• There are lots of basketball options - indoor & outdoor, different colors and sizes! Here’s a great place to start your basketball search.
• If you were inspired by the F-14 Tomcat, you can check out these toy versions, these model versions, Tomcat t-shirts or something Top Gun related!

Full disclosure: If you use these gift idea links and make a purchase, I will make a small commission.

My promise: Every penny will be reinvested into this podcast to help it grow and flourish . . . or perhaps even to help spawn new podcasts (many ideas are bubblin').

~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~

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: [email protected]

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

If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!

If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)

November 27th is a day that celebrates many wonderful treasures! Sometimes, these gems are like the gift that keeps on giving, while others are out there taunting us to come take hold! Make time to explore the richness that occurred on this day in history:

• The “birth” of a wonderful American Thanksgiving tradition,
• The “birth” of an enlightening and inspiring annual institution, and
• The discovery of the greatest sunken treasure / shipwreck of all time.

If it's a special day for you or for someone you care about, make time to learn a little more about today by listening to some fun, engaging stories. AND, if you need some great gift ideas, we have those too (and we’ve made it easy to find them with some Amazon links down below).
If you’d like to know more about the Parade or the Prize, you can get “official” here (these links worked in late 2023 - not sure how long they will remain available):

• Find out about the upcoming Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
• Find out more about the Nobel Prize and past winners

Gift ideas for folks who celebrate November 27th for any reason:

• There are several coffee table books celebrating the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with pictures and stories
• Keeping with the book theme, there are books by folks who have won the Nobel Prize and then others by folks who did not.
• Last book suggestion, I promise! There’s books about the San Jose that are fascinating!
• November 27th is Bavarian Cream Pie Day - but making that cream filling can be challenging. You can save time by buying some to be delivered.
• It’s also Adopt A Turtle Day. Maybe a real live turtle isn’t ideal, but how ‘bout turtle jewelry, turtle stuffed animals, turtle decor or some fun turtle t-shirts!

Full disclosure: If you use these gift idea links and make a purchase, I will make a small commission.

My promise: Every penny will be reinvested into this podcast to help it grow and flourish . . . or perhaps even to help spawn new podcasts.
~~~ DayStrider Fun ~~~

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: [email protected]

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

If you had as much fun listening as I did creating this episode, please click "follow" in your favorite podcast platform . . . oh . . . and even better - why not share it with a friend (or three)! I’m betting you know just the perfect person who would enjoy today’s stories!

If you feel adventurous, how 'bout writing a great review? :-)