What started as a need to tell the real story of "Gentleman Pirate" Stede Bonnet has turned into a myth vs history two-parter! I love when that happens. Hear about pirate pensions, the makeup of the mariners, and civil unions on the seven seas. Special thanks to Charlie and Jesse over the in Brainiac Breakroom for help with the title.1-star review shirt! and shirt raising money for Ukraine Red Cross Links to all the research resources are on the website.Hang out with your fellow Brainiacs.  Reach out and touch Moxie on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Become a patron of the podcast arts! Patreon or Ko-Fi. Or buy the book and a shirt.Music: Kevin MacLeod, and Tabletop AudioCalm History PodcastLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices