Prime and Load!
Welcome to the Prime & Load Podcast!
This podcast is dedicated to exploring the pivotal wars, battles, strategies, and figures that shaped the 18th century. From the rise of powerful empires to the dramatic shifts in military tactics, we delve into the stories behind the soldiers, commanders, and innovations that altered the course of history. Whether you’re a military history buff or just curious about this transformative period, we’ll guide you through the battles, conflicts, and the evolution of warfare that defined an era.
Podcasting since 2025 • 26 episodes
Prime and Load!
Latest Episodes
Washington's Marines with Maj. Gen. Jason Bohm
This week on Prime & Load! we’re joined by Maj. Gen. Jason Bohm, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), author of Washington’s Marines. Together we explore the origins of the Continental Marines and their vital role in America’s fight ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:20:40
Prime & Spook!
It’s Halloween on Prime & Load! — and we’re diving into the darker side of 18th-century warfare. From French soldiers sent to hunt monsters in the countryside, to Eastern European patrols investigating reports of vampires, to Hessi...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:08:42
Rifles, Riflemen, and Early American Identity With Dr. John Bradstreet Weaver
How did a European hunting weapon become a symbol of American independence? In this episode of Prime & Load!, we sit down with Dr. John Bradstreet Weaver to explore the story of early rifles in America—from their origins in Europe ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:12:02
Top Commanders Bracket: Grand Finale
Its been a long time coming but we are proud to announce the Prime & Load Top Commander of the 18th Century!
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19:08
The Battle of Soor, Fredrick's Near Defeat
On the morning of September 30, 1745, Frederick the Great faced one of the most perilous moments of his career. The Prussian army, just 22,000 strong, awoke in its Bohemian camp to find Austrian guns positioned on the heights above th...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:07:59