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Echoes of History Assassin's Creed + Skull and Bones
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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". Inspired by this adventure where players write their own destinies as sea bandits, the podcast "Gangsters of the Seas" dives into the sordid history of the Indian Ocean's most terrible pirates.
You can also listen to the full catalogue Echoes of History, inspired by Ubisoft’s famous video game series “Assassin’s Creed”, the “Echoes of History” podcast offers a deep and fascinating dive into history. Through storytellers and historians, discover the most epic mythologies, relive the most important times of our history and meet the most extraordinary characters. With “Echoes of History”, the past has never been more alive (www.assassinscreed.com).
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Gangsters of the Seas | EP 1 | Thomas Tew, the pioneer of the East
The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones.
At the end of the 17th century, pirates scoured the warm seas of the Caribbean. When this corner of the world became too small for these restless bandits, one man looked towards the East... Thomas Tew, a former privateer, was one of the first pirates to set sail for the Indian Ocean. Lured by gold, spices, and precious stones transported in the holds of Mughal ships, Tew embarked on a new sailing route, the "Pirate Round". A route wrought with determination... and blood.
An original Ubisoft series produced by Paradiso Media
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Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez
Written by: Gaspard Wallut
Historical advisor: Philippe Hrodej
Produced by: Morgan Jaffe, Axelle Gobert, Clément Lesaffre
Production assistants: Sofia Martins, Brendan Galbreath, Aimie Faconnier
Mixing and editing: Adrien Le Blond
Original music: David Spinelli
Pre-existing music: Cézame
Illustration: Gilles Feuermann
International coordination: Martin Stahl
Ubisoft credits: Etienne Bouvier (executive producer), Julien Fabre (executive producer), Lionel Hiller, Nick Kuenster, Sebastien Ratto, Justine Villeneuve & Ubisoft Singapore teams
Paradiso Media credits: Emi Norris (executive producer), Lorenzo Benedetti (executive producer), Benoit Dunaigre (executive producer), Louis Daboussy (executive producer)
Special thanks to Molly O’Keefe
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Gangsters of the Seas | EP 2 | Henry Every, the king of pirates
As the son of a Royal Navy officer, Henry Every was destined to a lifetime of serving the British crown. On the decks of military ships, life was as miserable as the pay. After years of hardship, Every grew weary and led a band of mutineers to take control of the ship. The event marked the beginning of his legendary pirate’s career that took him as far as the Red Sea, home to some of the most spectacular ship raids in history.
An original Ubisoft series produced by Paradiso Media
If you liked this podcast please subscribe, rate and review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez
Written by: Gaspard Wallut
Historical advisor: Philippe Hrodej
Produced by: Morgan Jaffe, Axelle Gobert, Clément Lesaffre
Production assistants: Sofia Martins, Brendan Galbreath, Aimie Faconnier
Mixing and editing: Adrien Le Blond
Original music: David Spinelli
Pre-existing music: Cézame
Illustration: Gilles Feuermann
International coordination: Martin Stahl
Ubisoft credits: Etienne Bouvier (executive producer), Julien Fabre (executive producer), Lionel Hiller, Nick Kuenster, Sebastien Ratto, Justine Villeneuve & Ubisoft Singapore teams
Paradiso Media credits: Emi Norris (executive producer), Lorenzo Benedetti (executive producer), Benoit Dunaigre (executive producer), Louis Daboussy (executive producer)
Special thanks to Molly O’Keefe
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Gangsters of the Seas | EP 3 | The Buzzard, serial looter
The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones.
Among pirates, a nickname creates the legend. A fearless sea bandit and outstanding fighter, Olivier Levasseur was called La Buse by his peers. The former French privateer had the reputation of swooping down on his prey through violent lightning raids. In reality, it was his carefully planned attacks that helped him seize the greatest treasure ever stolen by a pirate...
An original Ubisoft series produced by Paradiso Media
If you liked this podcast please subscribe, rate and review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez
Written by: Gaspard Wallut
Historical advisor: Philippe Hrodej
Produced by: Morgan Jaffe, Axelle Gobert, Clément Lesaffre
Production assistants: Sofia Martins, Brendan Galbreath, Aimie Faconnier
Mixing and editing: Adrien Le Blond
Original music: David Spinelli
Pre-existing music: Cézame
Illustration: Gilles Feuermann
International coordination: Martin Stahl
Ubisoft credits: Etienne Bouvier (executive producer), Julien Fabre (executive producer), Lionel Hiller, Alicia Dib, Thomas Soulé, Valentin Hopfner Sebastien Ratto, Jérôme Lambert, Carole Weissenbacher, Justine Villeneuve & Ubisoft Singapore teams
Paradiso Media credits: Emi Norris (executive producer), Lorenzo Benedetti (executive producer), Benoit Dunaigre (executive producer), Louis Daboussy (executive producer)
Special thanks to Molly O’Keefe
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Gangsters of the Seas | EP 4 | William Kidd, the reluctant pirate
The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones.
You're not born a pirate, you become one. This motto shaped the eventful life of William Kidd. The English buccaneer thought he could make a fortune in the gray area between privateers and pirates. But fate had other plans for him. As the captain of a sailing expedition to the Indian Ocean, Kidd suffered a series of misfortunes. Up to his eyeballs in debt, he turned to piracy to keep afloat. Even if it meant losing his life.....
An original Ubisoft series produced by Paradiso Media
If you liked this podcast please subscribe, rate and review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez
Written by: Gaspard Wallut
Historical advisor: Philippe Hrodej
Produced by: Morgan Jaffe, Axelle Gobert, Clément Lesaffre
Production assistants: Sofia Martins, Brendan Galbreath, Aimie Faconnier
Mixing and editing: Adrien Le Blond
Original music: David Spinelli
Pre-existing music: Cézame
Illustration: Gilles Feuermann
International coordination: Martin Stahl
Ubisoft credits: Etienne Bouvier (executive producer), Julien Fabre (executive producer), Lionel Hiller, Alicia Dib, Thomas Soulé, Valentin Hopfner Sebastien Ratto, Jérôme Lambert, Carole Weissenbacher, Justine Villeneuve & Ubisoft Singapore teams
Paradiso Media credits: Emi Norris (executive producer), Lorenzo Benedetti (executive producer), Benoit Dunaigre (executive producer), Louis Daboussy (executive producer)
Special thanks to Molly O’Keefe
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Gangsters of the Seas | EP 5 | Kanhoji Angre, the pirate admiral
The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones.
Is it possible to be a military man and outlaw at the same time? Well, it's all a matter of perspective. A strategic prodigy of the Maratha Empire in India, Kanhoji Angria was appointed admiral before he turned 30. Unbeatable at sea, he attacked the ships of East India Companies, which enriched Europe at the expense of local populations. Although he was an admiral, on the Old Continent, the name Kanhoji Angria is synonymous with pirate. The greatest Indian pirate in history to challenge former European colonial powers...
An original Ubisoft series produced by Paradiso Media
If you liked this podcast please subscribe, rate and review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez
Written by: Gaspard Wallut
Historical advisor: Philippe Hrodej
Produced by: Morgan Jaffe, Axelle Gobert, Clément Lesaffre
Production assistants: Sofia Martins, Brendan Galbreath, Aimie Faconnier
Mixing and editing: Adrien Le Blond
Original music: David Spinelli
Pre-existing music: Cézame
Illustration: Gilles Feuermann
International coordination: Martin Stahl
Ubisoft credits: Etienne Bouvier (executive producer), Julien Fabre (executive producer), Lionel Hiller, Alicia Dib, Thomas Soulé, Valentin Hopfner Sebastien Ratto, Jérôme Lambert, Carole Weissenbacher, Justine Villeneuve & Ubisoft Singapore teams
Paradiso Media credits: Emi Norris (executive producer), Lorenzo Benedetti (executive producer), Benoit Dunaigre (executive producer), Louis Daboussy (executive producer)
Special thanks to Molly O’Keefe
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Gangsters of the Seas | EP 6 | Mathurin Desmarestz, for whom freedom was the greatest treasure
The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones.
There are opportunistic pirates and those who have piracy in their blood. Mathurin Desmaretz belonged to the second category of sea scum. A simple buccaneer in his youth, he longed for freedom at sea. But life was not so simple. Forced to enlist several times, he looked at the horizon with envy. When he finally had the opportunity to become a pirate, Mathurin Desmaretz was ready. The high life awaited him. At least, that's what he thought...
An original Ubisoft series produced by Paradiso Media
If you liked this podcast please subscribe, rate and review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez
Written by: Gaspard Wallut
Historical advisor: Philippe Hrodej
Produced by: Morgan Jaffe, Axelle Gobert, Clément Lesaffre
Production assistants: Sofia Martins, Brendan Galbreath, Aimie Faconnier
Mixing and editing: Adrien Le Blond
Original music: David Spinelli
Pre-existing music: Cézame
Illustration: Gilles Feuermann
International coordination: Martin Stahl
Ubisoft credits: Etienne Bouvier (executive producer), Julien Fabre (executive producer), Lionel Hiller, Alicia Dib, Thomas Soulé, Valentin Hopfner Sebastien Ratto, Jérôme Lambert, Carole Weissenbacher, Justine Villeneuve & Ubisoft Singapore teams
Paradiso Media credits: Emi Norris (executive producer), Lorenzo Benedetti (executive producer), Benoit Dunaigre (executive producer), Louis Daboussy (executive producer)
Special thanks to Molly O’Keefe
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Customer Reviews
An Excellent Podcast!
I grew up playing Assassins Creed but never took the time to appreciate the real world historical influence found within each game. Now that I am older and find history more interesting I am happy to have stumbled across this podcast. Ali and the others do an excellent job of narrating and I look forward to their future content!
Why is a Hollywood Actor with an LA Accent Covering 17th Century Pirates?
Okay there are good and bad seasons of this podcast. But the latest, to promote the upcoming Skull and Bones game, is rough. Historically, Paradiso/Ubisoft employ a history expert to help provide some credibility to the narrative.
In this season, we have Michelle Rodriguez. She is a mediocre actor at best and her attempts to create drama or speak about cultures and cities is embarrassing. Rodriguez has her place as an actor; a history podcast is not one of them.
Informational and engaging
As someone who has no previous knowledge about the game series, it was extremely informative to learn its deep and engaging exploration of historical events. My brother loves this game and he helped me draw connections between the podcast and our learning’s in class such as the main villain Qabiha was a non caliph who had substantial influence over the caliphate. The episodes are rich in detail, providing fresh perspective on Islamic history. It’s a must hear for everybody!