UTC 180 Capt James Hawk of the Scarlett Fortuna

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Capt James Hawk of Scarett Fortuna

Capt James Hawk runs the Krewe of the Scarlett Fortuna, a nonprofit organization to promote reading among children.  From book fairs and giveaways to presentations about pirates stories, these guys are using the power of pirates to get kids engaged in the world of books.

In this episode:

  • Why reading is his pet cause
  • The advice him mom gave him that has served him well his whole life
  • Why switching from Medieval to pirates was literally cooler
  • A story about a 4-year old that is way more together than any of us.

 

Plus, a gig that was like doing two shows at once and the death of Marcus Aurelius and the downfall of the Roman Empire.

Today’s show is sponsored by:

TeePublic – This is a great company that works with independent tshirt artists to get their work out to the world and pay them fairly for it. I’ve personally curated a selection of 100 really cool pirate tshirts that you’ll love. You’ll get a super cool shirt AND support both the artists and Under The Crossbones! Check out the selection at: http://www.underthecrossbones.com/shirt

30 Day Guitar Challenge – Learn 3 songs in 30 days with just 10 minutes of playing time per day!  Free to participate.  http://www.underthecrossbones.com/guitar

Pirate Radio of the Treasure Coast – The best in pirate talk and music! Get to listenin’!  http://www.PirateRadioOfTheTreasureCoast.com

 

Important Websites:

Krewe of the Scarlett Fortuna – http://www.thescarlettfortuna.org/

Find out more about my comedy, music, and tour dates at http://www.PhilJohnsonComedy.com

 

 

UTC 179 Jess Dobie of Switch Sails

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Jess Dobie is co-owner of Switch Sails in Brisbane, Australia.  They specialize in sails for yachts and racing ships. They’ve also made sails for some of your favorite pirate films.

We’ll find out about the cutting edge in modern sail-making and the growing number of people retiring on the sea instead of in a Winnebago.

We’ll also catch up with author Jenai Marek (previously heard in ep 128) about her new book and her efforts to bring a pirate festival to Galveston, TX. 

You can sign Jenai’s Galveston pirate fest petition here.

Some Switch Sails at work…

Today’s show is sponsored by:

TeePublic – This is a great company that works with independent tshirt artists to get their work out to the world and pay them fairly for it. I’ve personally curated a selection of 100 really cool pirate tshirts that you’ll love. You’ll get a super cool shirt AND support both the artists and Under The Crossbones! Check out the selection at: http://www.underthecrossbones.com/shirt

30 Day Guitar Challenge – Learn 3 songs in 30 days with just 10 minutes of playing time per day!  Free to participate.  http://www.underthecrossbones.com/guitar

Pirate Radio of the Treasure Coast – The best in pirate talk and music! Get to listenin’!  http://www.PirateRadioOfTheTreasureCoast.com

Important Websites:

Switch Sails –  http://switchsails.com.au/
Jenai Marek –  https://jenaimarek.com/

Support the show!: http://www.UnderTheCrossbones.com/support 

UTC 178 Marc Paquien creator of Treasure Island Board Game

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Marc Paquien, creator of Treasure Island board game.

Marc Paquien is the creator of the board game “Treasure Island”.  In the game, one player “hides” the treasure and the other players ask questions and make calculations to find it. 

Beyond that simple description, it’s a game with all sorts of unique angles.  We talk about Marc’s creative process when designing a new game including how he works from the idea of evoking a particular emotion with the game rather than just being concerned with game dynamics right away.

There’s also some good stuff in here about surrounding yourself with people that will be a positive influence on you accomplishing things you want to do.

Today’s show is sponsored by:

Pirata Clothing – Stylish pirate wear including hats, shirts, swimwear, and more. Perfect for your next trip to the Keys.  New gear weekly!  http://www.PirataClothing.com

30 Day Guitar Challenge – Learn 3 songs in 30 days with just 10 minutes of playing time per day!  Free to participate.  http://www.underthecrossbones.com/guitar


Pirate Radio of the Treasure Coast – The best in pirate talk and music! Get to listenin’!  http://www.PirateRadioOfTheTreasureCoast.com

  • Prototype Treasure Island Game
  • Final Version of Treasure Island

Important Websites:

Marc Paquien everywhere
Treasure Island on Amazon – https://amzn.to/2DPWvGv
Yamatai on Amazon – https://amzn.to/2V3cI1V 

Support the show!: http://www.UnderTheCrossbones.com/support