Podcasts of the Caribbean

In this episode, we delve into the literary world of Pirates of the Caribbean by covering the first book in the Young Jack Sparrow book series: The Coming Storm. Learn about teenage Jack and his first adventure with a bunch of new characters. Justin also explains real myths and legends that intersect with POTC lore, and Jack Sparrow begins his adventure to find the Sword of Cortes. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Twitter/X: @podcastpotc Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this episode, we finish our voyage through Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (Salazar's Revenge). The Black Pearl sets out to find the Trident of Poseidon, and we find out something very important about Hector Barbossa's lineage. A ship battle between the Black Pearl and the Silent Mary takes place right before we reach the mystery island, and Henry is taken captive by Salazar. Our heroes discovered the fabled Trident, and Barbossa makes the worthiest of sacrifices to save them all. Henry and Carina wait for a now uncursed Will Turner to arrive, and we see a reunion between Will and Elizabeth that has been years in the making. Jack Sparrow sails off into the sunset as the film draws to a close, and a familiar villain is teased. (Justin gets very emotional over the Willabeth reunion scene, and talks about why they mean so much to him.) Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter/X: @podcastpotc

In this episode, we continue our adventure through Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (Salazar's Revenge). Henry and Carina are taken prisoner aboard the Dying Gull, while Barbossa makes a deal with Captain Salazar. Salazar recounts his past encounter with Jack Sparrow in a fantastic flashback sequence, and Jack, Henry, and Carina escape to the island of Hangman's Bay. Before Jack's wedding can finish, Barbossa interjects and calls off the event. The Black Pearl is finally released from its bottle in a triumphant moment. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter/X: @podcastpotc

In this episode we continue to make our way through Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (Salazar's Revenge). Henry Turner escapes from Scarfield while Carina is caught once again, and Jack Sparrow reaches his lowest point. While drunk, he does something that has drastic consequences for him and his allies. Henry meets Jack Sparrow for the first time, and Barbossa seeks advice from Shansa. Before Jack and Carina can be executed, Henry and the crew save them both before making sail on the Dying Gull. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter/X: @podcastpotc

In this episode, we begin to cover the fifth and currently final film in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, Dead Men Tell No Tales (Salazar's Revenge). We meet Henry Turner, son of Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann, and he makes a promise to his father to free him from the Flying Dutchman. In the Devil's Triangle, Henry comes face to face with Captain Salazar, and Jack Sparrow robs a bank in a way only someone like Jack Sparrow could. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter/X: @podcastpotc

We wrap up our adventure through Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides in this episode. Blackbeard and his crew harvest a tear from Syrena, while Jack Sparrow and Barbossa steal the silver chalices from the Spanish. Everyone meets up at the fabled Fountain of Youth for an epic showdown, full of surprises and twists. The One Legged Man duels Blackbeard while Jack prepares the ritual of the Fountain, and choices must be made for this journey to come to a close. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter/X: @podcastpotc

In this episode, we continue to make our way toward the Fountain of Youth in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. The Queen Anne's Revenge arrives at Whitecap Bay, and we encounter beautifully deceiving mermaids. We're introduced to the mermaid, Syrena, and the crew makes their way closer to the Fountain of Youth, with a mermaid captive. Jack goes off on his own and runs into an old rival as he tracks down the silver chalices of Ponce de Leon. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

In this episode, we continue to cover the fourth movie in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, On Stranger Tides. Jack Sparrow wakes up at sea, finding himself captured aboard the fearsome Queen Anne's Revenge. He devises a mutiny to take the ship, but everything falls apart when Blackbeard arrives. The HMS Providence begins its voyage to the Fountain, with Joshamee Gibbs charting their course. Jack learns of the profane ritual from Angelica, and finds something he did not expect to find in Blackbeard's cabin. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

We begin our quest for the Fountain of Youth in the first episode of Season 3! Justin recaps some recent Pirates of the Caribbean news before diving into the fourth Pirates movie, On Stranger Tides. Jack Sparrow arrives in London, England and meets with King George and Captain Barbossa. An imposter turns out to be Jack's long lost love, Angelica. Gibbs burns the Mao Kun map and joins Barbossa's crew as they prepare to sail for the Fountain of Youth. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

In the Season 2 finale, Justin takes you on a virtual tour of Shanghai Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean themed land: Treasure Cove! Experience the multiple attractions, dining locations, and more as we explore all that Treasure Cove has to offer. Including the incredible new version of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, Battle for the Sunken Treasure! Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

On this episode, we voyage back into Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End to cover the film's 25 deleted scenes. We discuss if they should or shouldn't have been deleted, and we also cover probably the most infamous Pirates of the Caribbean deleted scene that takes place between an exchange with Jack Sparrow and Lord Cutler Beckett. You probably know which one I'm talking about. Make sure to listen to find out all about these amazing deleted scenes! Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc Threads: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this episode, we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. Learn all about the making and production of the movie, how it came to be, how it was made, and the reception of the film. Then listen to Justin and many other Pirates fans share their feelings and stories on how Pirates of the Caribbean has changed their lives. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

In this episode, we venture through the 20 deleted scenes from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. We discuss if they should have been added into the film, or if they were better left deleted. A few of these deleted scenes are some of the best Pirates of the Caribbean deleted scenes, so get excited to learn all about these amazing deleted scenes! Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

In this episode, we venture back to the first Pirates of the Caribbean film, Curse of the Black Pearl, to cover the 19 deleted scenes that were cut from the movie. We cover all 19 scenes on this episode, discussing each and every one and whether it should have been cut or not! There is also a lot, I mean a lot, of James Norrington love and appreciation on this episode, just to let you know. These deleted scenes have some absolutely incredible moments, so listen to find out more. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Twitter: @podcastpotc Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

We delve back into the world of Pirates of the Caribbean comics that were featured in the Disney Adventures Magazine! In this episode, we cover "The Duel" which involves Jack Sparrow dueling an old mate to save Elizabeth, "The Sidekick" where a young boy is eager to join Jack's crew, "Enter the Scarecrow" which is a crossover with the tales of Dr. Syn and the Scarecrow of Romney Marsh, "Chain Reaction" where the Black Pearl takes on the Cursed Crew once again, "Going Overboard" which involves Jack taking advantage of a storm to seize treasure, "The Treasure of Shipwreck Island" which is a choose your own adventure style comic, and "The Trouble With Pirates" where the winner of a Disney auction joins Jack Sparrow on an adventure. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

Introduce yourself to Podcasts of the Caribbean with this short discussing the history of one of the most iconic artifacts in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise: the Mao Kun map. Learn the history of the map that leads to the end of the world and beyond, as well as its importance. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

We continue our journey through the theme park world of Pirates of the Caribbean by covering the different versions of the attraction around the world. In this episode, we cover Walt Disney World's Pirates of the Caribbean, the Caribbean Plaza that surrounds it, and the restaurant named Tortuga Tavern featuring a reference to Arabella Smith. We then hop over to Tokyo Disneyland's version of Pirates of the Caribbean before journeying over to Disneyland Paris to cover their unique take on Pirates of the Caribbean. Learn about the restaurant, Captain Jack's, along with the changes in this version of the ride, and what movie character pops up in lifelike animatronic form at the end of the ride. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Twitter: @podcastpotc Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

Did you know that a Pirates of the Caribbean short film exists? Well it does, and it's amazing! Justin explains the background of Wedlocked, how it was made and the work that went into it. Our favorite wenches, Scarlett and Giselle, are duped by Jack Sparrow and are sold to the Auctioneer, who is running a wench auction on Shipwreck Cove. This short film is heavily inspired by the original Pirates of the Caribbean attraction and finally gives us more time to spend with Scarlett and Giselle. This short film also explains some plot holes that were previously unsolved in the films, and there's a surprise appearance at the end of the short film that is sure to get you excited. Email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Twitter: @podcastpotc

In this episode, Justin covers the first batch of Pirates of the Caribbean comics that were featured in the Disney Adventures magazine. In this episode, we cover "The Accidental Pirate" which takes place during the Curse of the Black Pearl, "Revenge of the Pirates" which revolves around St. Piran's Blade, "The Capture of Jack Sparrow" where Jack drafts a plan to find treasure, "The Legend of the Aztec Idol" which centers on the hunt for a cursed Aztec idol, "In Jack We Trust" which has Jack Sparrow on the run, "Open Sesame" which finds Jack and Will trying to open a locked chest, "A Revolting Development" where Jack becomes a revolutionary, and "The Buccaneer's Heart" where Will must step up to save all of Port Royal. Email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Twitter: @podcastpotc Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In the first episode of Season 2, Justin covers the Pirates of the Caribbean theme park attraction at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Learn the history behind the attraction, including the notable people who contributed to it, and how the ride set the stage for the film franchise to come. Then Justin takes you on a ride through of the attraction and explains the story of the ride, along with the characters and how its changed over the past 56 years. Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com

In the Season 1 finale of the podcast, Justin finishes At World's End. The biggest action sequence ever begins, and Justin explains the practicality of the shoot, how it was filmed, and how it all tied together. The Black Pearl and the Flying Dutchman sail into the dreaded Maelstrom, and the battle begins. Jack escapes the brig, and duels Davy Jones on the mast of the Flying Dutchman. Will and Elizabeth take this moment to marry each other, with Barbossa officiating. Character arcs reach their end and story moments come full circle when Will Turner is killed by Davy Jones. Jack sacrifices his dream to save his friend, and the Flying Dutchman has a new captain. After the storm is over, the Pearl and the Dutchman, now under the command of Will Turner, destroy the Endeavour and Lord Cutler Beckett along with it. The pirates celebrate, Will and Elizabeth share one day together, and Barbossa steals the Black Pearl from Jack yet again. Jack plots his next adventure to the Fountain of Youth, and Elizabeth Turner, now with her nine year old son Henry, wait for Will to return ten years later. Twitter: @podcastpotc Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Send an Email or Question: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com

In this episode, Justin continues the voyage through At World's End. The Black Pearl makes it to Shipwreck Island, and we find out why Tia Dalma brought Barbossa back from the dead. Davy Jones, Will Turner, and Cutler Beckett negotiate while the fourth Brethren Court meets. We are finally introduced to the Pirate Lords from around the world, and Elizabeth arrives to join the meeting. Davy Jones goes to visit Calypso, and we get to see human Davy Jones for the first time! We're also introduced to Jack Sparrow's father, Edward Teague, who is played by the legendary Keith Richards. The Pirate Lords end up electing Elizabeth Swann as King of the Brethren Court, and the pirates induce parlay with Beckett. Justin reveals who played that electric guitar for the Parlay score, and Jack Sparrow is switched for Will Turner. After Calypso is freed, Elizabeth rallies the pirates and gives her iconic "Hoist the Colors" speech. Email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Twitter: @podcastpotc Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this episode, Justin continues to cover Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. The Black Pearl enters a standstill with the Empress and the Endeavour, and multiple characters broker deals with others. Jack Sparrow and Cutler Beckett share their one and only scene together, and Justin explains some of their shared history. While Jack makes a deal with Beckett, Barbossa makes a deal with Sao Feng. Elizabeth is believed to be Calypso, and Will is sent to the brig. The Flying Dutchman surprises the Empress, and when Sao Feng goes down, Elizabeth is named Pirate Lord of Singapore. She and James Norrington reunite, and Elizabeth also finally meets Bootstrap Bill Turner. Will and Jack have a chat, before Jack double crosses him again, and James Norrington makes the ultimate sacrifice to protect Elizabeth one last time. Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this episode, Justin continues to cover Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. We are finally reintroduced to Jack Sparrow, who is currently in Davy Jones' Locker. We see many Jack Sparrows on the Black Pearl, and thousands of rocks that turn into crabs. The rest of the crew arrives in the locker, and they meet up with Jack who thinks they are a hallucination. And after Jack Sparrow and Hector Barbossa fight to control the Black Pearl, Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann have a much needed chat below decks. The crew of the Pearl also sees souls who died at sea, and Elizabeth sees her father. Listen to Justin break down how heartbreaking and magnificent this scene is. The crew also begins to rock the ship after Jack discovers "up is down." And once we're back in the real world, the crew goes ashore and Jack lays eyes on the dead corpse of the Kraken. Jack and Barbossa share an absolutely fantastic scene, ending with Jack saying, "the world's still the same, there's just less in it." Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

We're back and ready to cover the third Pirates movie, At World's End. Justin explains the hidden meaning in the Hoist the Colors song, and the fantastic Singapore set designed by Rick Heinrichs. We are also introduced to Sao Feng played by Chow Yun Fat, and Barbossa tells him the song has been sung. The Brethren Court has been called. A battle breaks out in Singapore and the crew sets sail to the ends of the earth to reach Davy Jones' Locker. Justin explains the Mao Kun map designed by James Ward Byrkit and how they achieved the spinning rings. Our villains, Cutler Beckett and Davy Jones return, and the crew finally reaches the waterfall at world's end with some cool Disney attraction easter eggs. Send an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

We finally reach the end of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest! Jack Sparrow taunts Davy Jones with the iconic Jar of Dirt, and Davy Jones sends the Kraken to attack the Black Pearl. Jack has to make a choice that will either result in him living or dying, and the crew of the Black Pearl defend the ship from multiple Kraken attacks. Elizabeth makes a hard choice that will end up drifting Will away, and Jack finally faces death right in its face. James Norrington delivers the heart of Davy Jones to Cutler Beckett, and the crew gathers at Tia Dalma's shack to witness the return of a fan favorite character. Justin also explains a few different unscripted moments that make the movie even better. Get ready for an exciting and thrilling end to the second movie in the Pirates franchise! Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

We continue our voyage through Dead Man's Chest! Justin explains the first kraken attack scene and how it was shot practically and enhanced with special effects. We also finally reach Isla Cruces which is the island hiding the Dead Man's Chest itself. Learn which Caribbean island the three way sword fight between Jack, Will, and Norrington was shot on and how it was tough to shoot, as well as the practical shooting of the water wheel fight. Elizabeth also leaves her old life behind, and Jack's scared again when his black spot returns.  Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this episode, Justin recaps some recent Pirates of the Caribbean news from Jerry Bruckheimer and continues covering Dead Man's Chest. We see a familiar face return when Jack Sparrow is hiring crewmen on Tortuga, and another reunion happens between a father and son on the Flying Dutchman. Will challenges Davy Jones to a game of Liar's Dice and makes a promise to free his father. Elizabeth arrives on Tortuga asking Jack Sparrow for help, and Jack's compass finally works once he gives it to Elizabeth. Cutler Beckett plays around with a very familiar sword and convinces Weatherby Swann to pledge his loyalty to him ... to save Elizabeth. Follow on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Send me an Email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com

Picking up right where we left off last episode, Justin explains what Caribbean island the Pelegosto sequence was shot on, and some behind the scenes stories. Elizabeth and Beckett make a deal, in a fantastic scene. Jack, Will, and the crew travel upriver to meet someone who will be able to help Jack postpone his debt. When a plan goes sideways and Will is captured, he comes face to face with Davy Jones himself. Justin explains how Davy Jones and his crew shot their scenes on set before all the visual effects were added. And Jack barters for more time to pay his debt from Jones. Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow the Podcast on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow the Podcast on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this exciting episode, Justin introduces and begins to cover the second film in the Pirates franchise: Dead Man's Chest. Jack Sparrow is back, along with Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann! In this episode, Justin explains why this movie was hard to make, why Cutler Beckett is the best Pirates villain, and what really happened during the Hurricane that led to James Norrington's resignation. Lord Beckett interrupts Will and Elizabeth's wedding, Jack escapes a prison, Beckett has a task for Will, and Jack runs into an old friend. Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com Follow the podcast on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow the podcast on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean

In this episode, Justin wraps up the first film in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. We finally have our climactic battle between Jack Sparrow and Barbossa, the curse is finally broken, and Jack Sparrow plans yet another escape attempt after returning to Port Royal. Justin also shares a great story about how the "Bring me that horizon" line came to be. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow the podcast on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com

We continue to cover the The Curse of the Black Pearl. The Black Pearl reaches Isla de Muerta, Will Turner is skeptical about Jack Sparrow, Barbossa begins the blood ritual with Elizabeth, a battle between two ships breaks out, and two of our main characters are marooned on an island. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow the podcast on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com

Justin continues to make his way through the first Pirates of the Caribbean movie. Port Royal is under siege, Will Turner makes a choice, and Elizabeth is now captive aboard the Black Pearl. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @podcastpotc Follow the podcast on Instagram: @podcastsofthecaribbean Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com

On the very first episode of Podcasts of the Caribbean, Justin introduces and covers the first film in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, The Curse of the Black Pearl. Follow Podcasts of the Caribbean on Twitter: @podcastpotc Send me an email: podcastsofthecaribbean@gmail.com