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Episode 23 - The Fortune of War (Final Part); Karen Millyard
Episode 23
We enjoy the final decisive chapter of Fortune of War, with Jack, Steven and Diana back among the Royal Navy and action against the USS Chesapeake about to ensue. How will the British fare this time…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 22 - The Fortune of War (Part 4)
Episode 22
We’re reaching the climax of Fortune of War, and now Patrick O’Brian meets Robert Ludlum as Stephen runs, jumps, climbs, hijacks and fights his way around Boston. Finally, Mike and Ian gamble on a (…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 21 - The Fortune of War (Part 3)
Episode 21
We're back into the story of the 1812 war, ashore in Boston with Stephen, Jack and Diana as they all seem to be reaching a turning point. Amidst all the reconnaissances and alliances, can they rely o…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 20 - Gordon Laco
Episode 20
We heave-to part way through the reading of Fortune of War, to spend time with our special guest Gordon Laco, historical advisor on the movie Master and Commander - Far Side of the World. We talk ab…
Published on 5 years, 3 months ago
Episode 19 - The Fortune of War (Part 2)
Episode 19
Jack's journey round the world continues, even though he's not in command of the ship. Life in a lifeboat, and then in a lunatic asylum, leave him depending on Stephen, just like always. Finally, th…
Published on 5 years, 4 months ago
Episode 18 - The Fortune of War (Part 1)
Episode 18
Jack and Stephen have survived, and found their way from Desolation to civilisation - which in this case means cricket, culture and letters from home. They're in a hurry to get home, as the War of 18…
Published on 5 years, 4 months ago
Episode 17 - Desolation Island (Final Part); Brian Wilson
Episode 17
The Leopard is in deep trouble, getting deeper with every page of Desolation Island. We enjoy a 'Santa Claus' moment aboard the Leopard, and welcome our special guest Brian Wilson, podcaster and for…
Published on 5 years, 4 months ago
Episode 16 - Desolation Island (Part 2)
Episode 16
With gaol fever aboard the Leopard, the discussion turns to disease and death. We uncover a casual exorcism, and stumble across Butch and Sundance, as we revisit the most thrilling chase in the whol…
Published on 5 years, 4 months ago
Episode 15 - Desolation Island (Part 1)
Episode 15
Jack's family is growing, but so are his financial commitments; Stephen doubts whether he can ever be truly happy ... sounds like the perfect moment for a new sea voyage to Botany Bay. What can poss…
Published on 5 years, 4 months ago
Episode 14 - The Mauritius Command (Final Part); James Albright
Episode 14
Ian and Mike bring The Mauritius Command to an end: can Jack fare better without Clonfert, Corbett and Pym? Will he have the wind taken out of his sails by Admiral Bertie? He has Stephen on hand, so…
Published on 5 years, 5 months ago