The Dumb AF Podcast

Ahoy there, landlubbers! Ever thought pirates were just rum-swilling, treasure-hunting scallywags with no sense of style? Think again!On this swashbuckling episode we're setting sail into the high fashion of the high seas with pirate historian and author, Dr. Rebecca Simon! We're digging deep into the pirate wardrobe to find out if those tricorn hats and cutlasses were more than just for show. Did pirate accessories hold secret meanings? Were eyepatches just for the look, or was there a functional fashion reason behind them?But that's not all, shipmates! We're also exploring notable pirates from history, and the modern-day world of piracy.So grab your compass, hoist the Jolly Roger, and join us as we navigate the fashionable waters of pirate lore! 

Show Notes

Ahoy there, landlubbers! Ever thought pirates were just rum-swilling, treasure-hunting scallywags with no sense of style? Think again!

On this swashbuckling episode we're setting sail into the high fashion of the high seas with pirate historian and author, Dr. Rebecca Simon! We're digging deep into the pirate wardrobe to find out if those tricorn hats and cutlasses were more than just for show. Did pirate accessories hold secret meanings? Were eyepatches just for the look, or was there a functional fashion reason behind them?

But that's not all, shipmates! We're also exploring notable pirates from history, and the modern-day world of piracy.

So grab your compass, hoist the Jolly Roger, and join us as we navigate the fashionable waters of pirate lore! 

What is The Dumb AF Podcast?

Welcome to Dumb As Facts - Debunking or proving the dumbest facts you've ever heard. Hosted by Sare 'Bare' Beins and a variety of guests. This weekly-ish podcast meshes the factual know-how of experts with startling research and the opinions of a few idiots, to find out the truth once and for all!