The Pirate History Podcast
Matt Albers
A podcast about the Golden Age of Piracy in the Caribbean, the real men and women that threatened the trade and stability of the Old World empires, the forces that led them to piracy and the myths and stories they inspired. Famous names like Captain Henry Morgan, Henry Avery, Charles Vane, Mary Reed, Anne Bonny, Black Bart Roberts, Ned Low, and Edward 'Blackbeard' Teach will rub elbows with Queens, Kings, Popes, rebellious monks, Caribbean Natives, African Slaves and notorious governors like Woodes Rogers. History, high seas adventure, myth and magic, voodoo, treachery, biography and freedom await.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 37min
Episode 366 - The Battle for Cadiz
In the summer of 1702, maritime warfare heats up amid the War of the Spanish Succession. Discover the historical impact of the Glorious Revolution and how it reshaped the English navy. Key figures like Admiral George Rook navigate treacherous waters during pivotal battles. Explore the dramatic struggle for Cadiz and the alliance's tragic missteps. A surprising twist emerges when the Spanish treasure fleet's reroute adds urgency to the already tense naval pursuits, setting the stage for high-stakes adventures.
Jun 28, 2025 • 38min
Episode 365 - The Second Hundred Years War
Time is a flat circle.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 33min
Episode 364 - The First Judicial Murder in America
In June, 1704, the Vice Admiralty Court of Boston found John Quelch guilty of robbery, piracy, and murder.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 35min
Episode 363 - Grave Consequences
We're talking about the case of Henry King, Captain of the Pirate sloop Sea Flower. We're also talking about the trial of John Quelch. It sort of works. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2025 • 40min
Episode 362 - Perfidious Impudence
On 13 June, 1704, the trial of John Quelch began in Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2025 • 40min
Episode 361 - The Special Vices of the Sea
John Quelch and the men of the brigantine Charles return to Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2025 • 44min
Episode 360 - Hard Times
A priest, a pirate, and a gold digger walk into a bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 1, 2025 • 44min
Episode 359 - The Root of All Evil
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Mar 10, 2025 • 40min
Episode 358 - Live Free or Die
The Province of New Hampshire produced timber, political dissidents, and pirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 4, 2025 • 29min
Episode 357 - Benjamin Raule
Benjamin Raule was a Dutch born privateer in the service of Prussia. He was branded a pirate by the English, and pulled off the crime of the century. Today we tell the story of his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
