We often view piracy through a Western lens, but this week, Ben explores the tale of Chinese pirate-slash-warlord, Li-ma-hong. As a young rapscallion, his crew fleet grew quickly. But how cunning was this swashbuckler, really? Listen and find out.

Steve discusses American athletic hero Robert Garrett, and his ballsy scheme to ensure a trip to the first modern Olympic games in 1876. Let's just say his approach to international athletic competition mirror's many of Steve's collegiate study habits.