Episodes

  • Episode 224 - The Mauritius Command (Part 3)

    Episode 224 - The Mauritius Command (Part 3)
    Feb 8 2026
    We arrive at the Cape of Good Hope, receive Jack's true orders, and witness the immediate elevation—and corresponding pressure—that comes with the new post of Commodore Aubrey. Meanwhile there's a surprise reunion with a couple of old Jack Aubrey followers, and a protestant parrot.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Episode 223 - The Mauritius Command (Part 2)

    Episode 223 - The Mauritius Command (Part 2)
    Jan 25 2026
    Jack Aubrey is back where he belongs: in command at sea. He’s dealing with complexities of the quarterdeck, though he hasn't escaped his troubles entirely! We have a new ship, a new crew and an early prize. Not to mention a tone-deaf guest to be tolerated in the captain’s cabin.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Episode 222 - The Mauritius Command (Part 1)

    Episode 222 - The Mauritius Command (Part 1)
    Jan 11 2026

    In Chapter 1 of The Mauritius Command, Jack Aubrey comes to terms with domesticated life ashore on half-pay. He’s beset by caterpillars, wax-moths, a barren cow, daughters and a shrewish mother-in-law - not quite the life he imagined. An old friend visits with surprising news, and a lady begging a lift gets the Sophie treatment. Plus two old landlubber friends dust off their former identities and set sail again.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Lubber's Hole Will Return

    The Lubber's Hole Will Return
    Dec 24 2025

    A special announcement from Ian & Mike about our plans to re-launch the Lubber's Hole. Merry Christmas!

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    2 mins
  • Episode 221 - The Final Unfinished Voyage of Jack Aubrey

    Episode 221 - The Final Unfinished Voyage of Jack Aubrey
    Sep 22 2024
    We reach the end of our voyage, but before we get there we'll meet old friends, deal with friction in the younger generation, and encounter a familiar kind of personal jeopardy for Stephen. After that, all that's left to say is 'thank you' and 'until the next time'.
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    2 hrs and 14 mins
  • Episode 220 - Dean King Interview

    Episode 220 - Dean King Interview
    Sep 15 2024

    Episode 220 is out today - dedicated to our interview with POB biographer Dean King. Discover the story of Dean’s journey to discover more of the real world story behind O’Brian’s genius.
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 219 - The Unknown Shore

    Episode 219 - The Unknown Shore
    Sep 8 2024
    We're still riding along on Anson's famous journey - this time from the viewpoint of the Wager, a ship that was lost fairly early in the last book. The two main characters of The Unknown Shore promise to please Aubrey-Maturin fans even more!
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    2 hrs and 21 mins
  • Episode 218 - The Golden Ocean

    Episode 218 - The Golden Ocean
    Sep 1 2024
    We explore the first of two POB books that could be said to be ‘pre-cursors' to the Aubrey-Maturin canon - The Golden Ocean. Midshipmen, rats, storms, friendships, Irish back-story, shipwreck, disease and action - there’s a lot here to please an Aubrey-Maturin fan!
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    1 hr and 24 mins