Inside Out
The Secret History of Pirates Who Weren’t Men
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When we think of pirates, we picture beards, rum, and men shouting orders on wooden decks.
But history tells a different story.
In this episode of Inside Out, we uncover the forgotten women who ruled ships, commanded crews, and terrified empires — and how their stories were erased, romanticized, or dismissed as legend. From outlaws of the sea to strategic leaders, this is a…