Pillage Overload

We pull our resources and pretend to be breaking news. Lashing shares on this day in history from the Boston Newsletter of 1705, Ballast shares the woes of being a carpenter. But as always, unscripted and picking on eachother. Rewatch this gem for the fun, or catch us live on Thursdays at 8:30pm EST for Pillage Overload.

Ballast and Lashing take a time out to show what they make for their brand Parlay 8. Did you know Ballast is the carpenter and Lashing is the tailor? They focus on 18th century inspired items. 18th century, where everything was custom made. Reach out to them for your next piece at info@parlay8.com

Do you know who was considered a Pirate? Some of the most important names in history were also considered pirates! Ballast and Lashing talk on about William Dampier who was an English explorer also considered to be a pirate. and John Paul Jones the grandfather of the US Navy. Who captained the Ranger and claimed "Not Yet Begin to Fight". You'd be surprised the connections these people have with ot...

Welcoming in a Season 6 to the Smoke and Bacon app. Ballast and Lashing reminisce about their month off. How Pillage Overload came to be before squirreling to snow storms, cars and classical music. Join us in our new season and see what we are excited about, as well as the trials and tribulations of live streaming with your pets!

Do you know the larger than life Mr. Willis? Join Parlay 8 for their weekly Pillage Overload antics. This week's special guest is the quartermaster of the Loose Cannon Company, Mr. Todd Willis.

Welcome back to another exciting season of Pillage Overload! In this episode, we'll be giving you a sneak peek into what's in store for our upcoming Season 8. From new ideas and upcoming projects to new products hitting our store and videos planned for the near future, we'll be covering it all. Join us as we unveil our exciting plans for the upcoming season, including new ways to engage with our a...

Captain Morgan isn't just a Pirate! It's also a Pirates choice of beverage. We talk about the rum origins the amazing charity the owners of Captain Morgan the Rum did with funding the expedition to find Captain Morgan's flag ship the Satisfaction. But we can't just talk about the Rum, some major life points of the man himself. Points such as was Henry Avery really around Morgan are discussed in th...

Discover the captivating history of pirates as powerful military leaders in this week's episode. Join us as we uncover the pivotal role that pirates played in shaping military history..

Explore the intriguing world of Henry Morgan Lt. Governor and Acting Governor of Jamaica - the unlikely leader. Learn how he rose to power and helped established Jamaica. Discover how the internal conflicts and formed alliances with other political parties affected his terms. Join us as we delve into the history of this pirate governors and uncover his impact on not only the golden age of piracy b...

In this compelling narrative, discover the true story of Alexander Selkirk, a sailor who was stranded on a deserted island and had to survive on his own for several years. Learn about the events that led to his marooning, and how he demonstrated remarkable survival skills, endurance and human resilience in the face of seemingly impossible odds. A must-listen for fans of survival stories, adventure...

We'll be exploring the fascinating details of Selkirk's survival on the island, including how he adapted to living alone in the wilderness and how he eventually managed to signal for help and be rescued. So sit back, relax, and join us for an exciting and engaging discussion about the life of Alexander Selkirk - a man whose extraordinary experiences have captured the imaginations of people around...

Join us this week for Black Flag Love: The Tale of Sam Bellamy and his love interest. We explore the life of one of the richest and notorious pirates of the Golden Age of Piracy. Doesn't hurt he's Lashing's favorite pirate too.

Sunken Treasures: Exploring the Underwater World of Pirate Ships" is a thrilling new episode that takes listeners on a journey to discover Lashing hidden gem and nickname! Join them as they dive deep into the ocean to uncover the mysteries of these historic wrecks. From the Blackbeard's infamous Queen Anne's Revenge to the Spanish galleon, Nuestra Señora de Atocha, this show will reveal the fun Ba...

Welcome to this week's episode. We're celebrating the luck of the Irish with a festive livestream filled with drinks, hilarious hijinks and of course plenty of pillaging! Join Ballast and Lashing as they talk about some iconic pubs and bars, the importance of of these in the time of pirates and importantly how Rattleskull Pub got it's name.

Join us as we embark on a literary adventure, exploring the vast and endless ocean of pirate books. In this livestream, we will be discussing some of the most exciting and engaging books from various authors, ranging from serious fact to hysterical fiction. Our expert panel of avid readers (Ballast and Lashing!) will share their personal insights and recommendations, and will discuss the unique an...

Ahoy there! Join us for a swashbuckling adventure as we honor some of history's bravest and most fearless female pirates. From the legendary Anne Bonny and Mary Read to the cunning Ching Shih and Grace O'Malley, we'll take a look into the captivating lives of these daring women who ruled the high seas. Get ready and don't forget, this is the last episode of the season, so don't miss out. Catch us...

We will explore the history and evolution of various measuring systems, including the metric system and its adoption across the world, or lack of. Our expert panel (air quotes expert) of measurement enthusiasts and pirate aficionados will also delve into the unique measuring systems used in the world of nautical navigation, as well as those used to measure alcoholic beverages - a crucial considera...