I find myself getting upset about things a lot lately.There's so much happening in the world today that infuriates me.Then I realize that lots of others feel the same way but don't have all the blessings I have.And then I recall who made those possible:My listeners. And I want to thank you for that. - ThreadSky

dancarlin.bsky.social • 24 days ago

I find myself getting upset about things a lot lately.There's so much happening in the world today that infuriates me.Then I realize that lots of others feel the same way but don't have all the blessings I have.And then I recall who made those possible:My listeners.
And I want to thank you for that.

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missamech.bsky.social•24 days ago

I've had to step back from the news more often, maybe for a week at a time... just to keep myself from getting overwhelmed & numbed out.

I feel a ton better afterward.

Take care of yourself; it matters.

Always a fan... best wishes ❤️

guntherj.bsky.social•24 days ago

I am so happy that you are out there. It is some comfort that we at least understand why we are here, and history teaches us what could happen. That is something different from 100 years ago.

kilroywas-here.bsky.social•24 days ago

We love you Dan. Just keep doing what you're doing.

doomedtofailpod.bsky.social•24 days ago

We (obviously) adore you, Dan! I listen to your shows when I'm high-anxiety - like when I'm on an airplane in 2025, or read something awful -- and you always remind us that we live in interesting times, and other 'interesting times' have passed.

alyeaspot.bsky.social•24 days ago

Cry me a river. It’s not like anyone who was actually plugged into political events couldn’t have predicted this absolute shitshow going on right now. Where were you 7 months ago with these feelings?

dancarlin.bsky.social•18 days ago

"7months ago"? I've been talking about the trends that have led us to where we are now since 1992. The back catalog is online if you don't believe me (not that it matters...what matters is where we go from HERE).

alyeaspot.bsky.social•17 days ago

The back catalog seems conspicuously absent between Mar22 to Mar25. Where was all that trend talking when it mattered? Monday morning quarterbacking is easy with hindsight. You may get to see those nukes used again with the current administration.

richthered.bsky.social•24 days ago

I understand that, for years I took no real notice of politics and world affairs, last few years I just find myself being so angry about them both

cookchris.bsky.social•24 days ago

I think it’s also good to remember the wisdom of the Hebrew Scriptures, “there is nothing new under the sun.” We are victims of more information, which isn’t always a blessing. It’s good to remember the little things.

chris.wrestlingsmarks.com•24 days ago

I didn't discover your shows until late last year and now I'm on my second listen of the entire archive because I've found they're a great escape for me as well when the world upsets me

thoseschmitt.bsky.social•24 days ago

I’ve listened to your pod casts for many many, years & always appreciated your non-partisan, honest & open perspective. Insights & commentary is fantastic & helped me realize it’s the world, not me.
When anger stops and acceptance begins, that’s when we’re really in trouble!
Keep up the great work!

ohcrapnowwhat.bsky.social•24 days ago

one way to thank us is to record more eps

moddyfire.bsky.social•24 days ago

Thank you! You provide 4 hour chunks of escapism

silverzorro22.bsky.social•24 days ago

Thank you as well Dan been listening for a very long time and always excited to hear from you and I feel like you should share some of that anger with us maybe itll help fire some key people up to get in the fight and if anything its always good for the Historical record to have your viewpoint.

berfield.com•24 days ago

Love your podcasts. I've learned a lot from them including that there have always been crappy times and evil people and we are still here.

dancarlin.bsky.social•24 days ago

The listeners have given me something/somewhere that I can retreat to when I'm mad that is of inestimable value to me. So many don't have that sort of refuge. I'm such a fortunate person. Thank you for all that. It still boggles my mind that any of this worked out.

jacob.gold•24 days ago

You've given people millions of hours of peace and tranquility.

Many lifetimes.

We're definitely in your debt, Dan!

x1223.bsky.social•24 days ago

Thanks for all the countless hours of entertainment and information! It sure is bleak but hang in there.

cognitiveimagry.bsky.social•24 days ago

You have provided a refuge through your podcast, too, I want you to know. Need you to know. 💛 sympathies, and many thanks, Dan.

caerbannogkitty.bsky.social•24 days ago

Thank you Dan for what you do

paullarkin.bsky.social•24 days ago

Back atcha, buddy.

eldudeabides.bsky.social•24 days ago

you can repay us by doing a show in Colorado. We miss you :)

garglephlumpian.bsky.social•23 days ago

And you give us a reason to believe rational thinking people out there still exist. Thank you.

yzerov.bsky.social•18 days ago

Hardcore history was how I found out about you and it made history fun and interesting for me. I found common sense next and it's been a North star for me ever since, despite the heat I'm sure you get every time you drop an episode, I look forward to that moment of realignment for myself.

moothecow.bsky.social•23 days ago

Apparently it isn’t your favorite thing to do, but Common Sense gave us (or at least me) a similar feeling. I’m just now seeing you recorded one in March, will definitely have a listen.

kathywelsh8.bsky.social•24 days ago

Dan thank you so much for creating Hardcore History. I have learned so much from it. I have passed the program on to many people. I have retreated into it many times to escape the stress of what is going on. Keep up the good work.

davepom.bsky.social•24 days ago

Dan you’re the best! Now hurry up w Part 3 of Alexander the Great!

pastybot.bsky.social•23 days ago

Thanks Dan for your always interesting and informative work. It's good to hear about unusual stuff that I'd never usually listen to like The Wrath of the Khans!

realpattyp.bsky.social•24 days ago

I feel the same way. Everything I read makes things seem a little more hopeless, but as long as I can remind myself that there are many others in worse positions, I can just about bear it. At this point I am just hoping there will come a day when I can stop feeling so overwhelmed with disgust.

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