The Pirate History Podcast

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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.

Matt Albers


    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 376 EPISODES

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    The Pirate History Podcast is an exceptional podcast hosted by Matt Albers that delves into the fascinating world of piracy during the Golden Age. With over 200 episodes and counting, Albers has clearly put in extensive research and it shows in the depth of his knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. He goes beyond just presenting facts, taking the time to consider the historical context and nuances surrounding those facts. Even when delving into drier subjects like geopolitics, he skillfully explains them in a way that keeps the listener engaged. Albers' dedication to providing a well-rounded narrative sets this podcast apart from others in the genre.

    One of the best aspects of The Pirate History Podcast is how well-researched and entertaining it is. Albers strikes a perfect balance between providing factual information, character development, direct quotations from sources, and even fun speculation. It's not just boring historical stuff nor is it all made up "Treasure Island" stuff. The podcast appeals to both history enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. As someone interested in pirate reenactment, I find it incredibly valuable to have access to real pirate history presented in such an accessible format. It's easy to follow along with the story and be captivated by where it takes us.

    On the downside, there are moments when the podcast meanders or feels like it's being presented in real-time. However, I consider these minor issues within an otherwise outstanding podcast experience. While there may be some growing pains as it progresses through its extensive library of episodes, they are more than compensated for by Albers' engaging storytelling style and immense knowledge on the subject matter.

    In conclusion, The Pirate History Podcast is one of the most informative and entertaining podcasts out there. Matt Albers delivers each episode with precision and passion, making history come alive for his listeners. Whether you're a hardcore history buff or just have a passing interest in pirates, this podcast is highly recommended. With its wealth of knowledge, captivating storytelling, and flawless delivery, The Pirate History Podcast is a true gem that will leave you eagerly awaiting each new episode.



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    Latest episodes from The Pirate History Podcast

    Episode 363 - Grave Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 35:34


    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

    Episode 362 - Perfidious Impudence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 40:38


    On 13 June, 1704, the trial of John Quelch began in Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 361 - The Special Vices of the Sea

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 41:11


    John Quelch and the men of the brigantine Charles return to Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 360 - Hard Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 44:45


    A priest, a pirate, and a gold digger walk into a bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 359 - The Root of All Evil

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 45:19


    It's a gas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 358 - Live Free or Die

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 40:38


    The Province of New Hampshire produced timber, political dissidents, and pirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 357 - Benjamin Raule

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 29:37


    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

    Episode 356 - Royal Rumble

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 36:07


    Maybe don't listen to this one when you're going to sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 355 - The Great Northern War (prelude)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 32:10


    In 1698 and 1699, the powers of Northern Europe edged closer to war. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast network. For advertising inquiries, please contact sales@advertisingcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 354 - The Captain's Log

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 37:52


    There's a joke in that title but I'm not gonna be the one to make it. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 353 - The Jolly Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 51:06


    I hate to waste a good title, but here we are. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 352 - The Swedish Deluge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 39:22


    We've got two more First Northern Wars to get through. And one little world changing catastrophe. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 351 - The First Northern War(s)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 40:56


    We're talking Bloodborne, Ghostbusters 2, and even mention Pirates at one point. Classic. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 350 – Brûlez le Palatinat!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 38:22


    Burn the Palatinate. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 349 - We Are Free and Want to Remain Free

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 41:46


    In 1524, no wait, 153 BC, or maybe it was 1691, someone invaded somewhere near Lake Constance. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 348 - People of the Knife

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 43:56


    The Saxons are definitely a people. Or are they? The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 347 - The WInter Queen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 39:10


    If a Winter Queen did not exist it would be necessary to invent her. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Episode 346 - The Red Shield of the West

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 36:46


    What is Germany anyway? The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Episode 345 - The Mazarinettes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 43:53


    War, women, and witchcraft. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 344 - Occasional Conformity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 48:08


    Daniel Defoe faced new challenges under the reign of Queen Anne. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 343 - The True Born Englishman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 33:45


    Aaaaand we're back. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com

    Episode 342 - A Season of Severeity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 41:27


    Espionage is a dangerous business. Politics can be even worse. Sponsored by HelloFresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/pirateapps to get free appetizers for life. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 341 - In His Majesty's Secret Service

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 35:57


    Daniel Defoe rubs elbows with the world of English espionage. But it's a much deeper world than he realized. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 340 - In Service of the Devil

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 37:32


    Henry Every and Daniel Defoe deserve better. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 339 - Learned Fools

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 36:26


    A priest, a pirate, and a merchant walk into a library. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 338 - Gadzooks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 40:01


    The Crisis of April, 1705 very nearly tipped into open revolution. Zounds. But it didn't. Gadzooks. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 337 - Vermin of the State

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 34:45


    In April 1705, the English ship Worcester arrived in Edinburgh. By the end of summer, England and Scotland were on the brink of war. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 336 - Bonnie Dundee

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 56:32


    We're talking about the Jacobite Uprising of 1689. Spoiler Alert. They don't win. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 335 - Bishops, Barons, & Burghs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 37:55


    I humbly apologize to the noble people of Scotland for my pronunciation of Graham. I tried. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 334 - Defiant

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 34:19


    John Bowen and Thomas Howard join forces for the last great ride of the Red Sea Men. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 333 - A Most Ill Natur'd Fellow

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 37:07


    It's all coming together. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 332 - Without Striking a Stroke

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 32:14


    We're back with John Bowen doing pirate stuff. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 331 - The Scandal of Human Nature

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 33:52


    This is definitely the really real Libertalia. Cross my heart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 330 - The Reigning Vice of the West Indies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 41:00


    A number of wealthy American families were financially responsible for the outbreak of piracy in the West Indies. Also, the Dutch. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 329 - A Lusty Lad

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 36:18


    We're introducing several new pirates who will be weaving into our story for years to come. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 328 - The Most Capable Among Them

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 32:15


    Speaker prepares to head out on her first pirate cruise. But first, they have to make a quick stop at Zanzibar. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 327 - Hurrah!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2023 37:15


    George Booth and Nathaniel North capture a pair of ships in innovative ways. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 326 - Diversion

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 30:32


    In between 1696 and 1701, several pirate ships arrived in the Indian Ocean. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 325 - A House Infested With Wasps

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 36:59


    It's a wide ranging episode about a lot of smaller topics that built the America of the 18th Century. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 324 - Prodigies of Wickedness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 30:10


    Three pirates from La Paix faced justice from the Virginia Admiralty. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 323 - A Great Ship

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 34:39


    La Paix and HMS Shoreham meet in battle. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Episode 322 - I Judged Him a Rogue

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 31:02


    Louis Guittar had an amazing day on 28 April, 1700. It was the last good day of his life. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 321 - The Success of Their Villainies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 28:43


    La Paix, under Captain Louis Guittar, embarks on one of the greatest pirate cruises of all time. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Southern Gothic - The Singing River

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 23:31


    Today we've got an episode from the Southern Gothic podcast. It's a haunting story that touches some of the people and places we've visited recently. It's definitely worth a listen. Happy Halloween y'all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 320 - Great Mischiefs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 33:02


    We introduce Louis Guittar and the first steps of one of the great pirate cruises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Episode 319 - A Sinister Visage

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 35:41


    A hideous pirate, with a golden toothpick and two first names, menaced Chesapeake Bay in summer 1699. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 318 - The Companions of His Dangers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 31:21


    We're returning to the Pirate Round to introduce a new generation of pirates. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 317 - The Destruction of Charles Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 43:03


    In April, 1706, a fleet of French buccaneers utterly destroy Charles Town. I swear. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 316 - Queen Anne's War part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 38:12


    In October and November 1702, the English and Spanish clashed in Carolina and Florida. One of these engagements was a massacre. One was mostly just playing dress up. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 315 - Queen Anne's War part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 34:05


    The War of Spanish Succession spread to America, and set the stage for the pirates who were to come. The Pirate History Podcast is a member of the Airwave Media Podcast Network. If you'd like to advertise on The Pirate History Podcast, please contact sales@advertisecast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Episode 314 - Odd Incidents of Rambling Lives

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 40:44


    In the spring of 1704, the English army marched into Germany. One cavalryman in that army would go on to be one of the most infamous women ever to sail the seas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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