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What we likely all once knew about history, has likely been forgotten. Here, at Smarticus Tells History, we move around the timeline picking up some of the most interesting and sometimes downright weird stories. Stories such as the Rabbit Queen, or how Cleopatra wasn't Egyptian, the Black Plague and many more.They are all true, no matter how quacky and quirky some may seem. We keep them short and mostly to the point. So put your listening ears on, have a beer or two, and learn a thing or two!!!
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Ahoy! This show is dedicated to exploring maritime archaeology by taking you on a captivating voyage through the depths of history, exploring the hidden secrets and untold tales that lie beneath the ocean's surface. In each episode , we will dive into the incredible field of maritime archaeology, shedding light on the forgotten stories of ships and cultures that have long since vanished beneath the sea. Topics will include ship construction, artifact conservation , methodologies, navigating ...
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Dive into the exhilarating world of Dinghy Cruising with NanoCruising, where each episode sets sail on a voyage of adventure, exploration, and maritime tales. From nautical insights to firsthand experiences, come aboard for a podcast that fuels the spirit of independent seafaring and the pursuit of unforgettable journeys. Join us as we navigate the open waters, uncover hidden coves, and share the stories of intrepid sailors who embrace the thrill of small boat voyages. www.nanocruising.com
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We are a Community Based Podcast focused on all things 'Left of the Lake' (the city of Saratoga Springs Utah and surrounding cities that surround the west side of Utah Lake) - a podcast that discusses current events and issues in our community and that also serves as a means of preserving and documenting the history of this city and its residents. We are passionate about keeping our identity and lakeside culture as we continue to grow into a big city.
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Welcome to the wonderfully wild world of salty sailors, boat life, ship‘s work and fun! If you are interested in boats, ships, maritime-industry, sailing, history, the sea and drunken sailor debauchery, then come join captain Johann Steinke as he shares this exciting world with you. He hopes you will find this podcast fun, informative, and possibly even inspiring... but mostly he wants you to be entertained. So come gather around and listen to a few good yarns as you enter the world of Nauti ...
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This series consists of interviews with leading experts in the areas of Portuguese and Spanish history, from the beginning of the Portuguese discoveries in 1415 to the end of Spanish dominion in America in 1898. The interviews cover a range of topics on the domestic and overseas histories of both nations, which include, among others: the Portuguese explorations of Africa and Asia, Spanish navigation and settlement in America, the church in Portugal and Spain, monarchy and intermarriage in th ...
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The Mariner's Mirror Podcast

The Society for Nautical Research and the Lloyds Register Foundation

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The world's No.1 podcast dedicated to all of maritime and naval history. With one foot in the present and one in the past we bring you the most exciting and interesting current maritime projects worldwide: including excavations of shipwrecks, the restoration of historic ships, sailing classic yachts and tall ships, unprecedented behind the scenes access to exhibitions, museums and archives worldwide, primary sources and accounts that bring the maritime past alive as never before. From the So ...
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This ongoing series of “capers” tells of epic voyages, castaway survivors, swashbuckling characters, family cruises, cultural setbacks, technical breakthroughs, racing triumphs, and the “seasteading” lifestyle. Revealed within these stories are many details of design, construction, operation and seamanship. Since World War Two, the emergence of truly modern, lightweight vessels – recreational and commercial, multihull and monohull, power and sail – constitutes a sea change in marine architec ...
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Welcome to Disasterthon, the podcast where calamity takes center stage. Each episode, we dive deep into the most gripping and heart-wrenching disasters across history and around the globe. From harrowing building collapses to roller coaster tragedies, we uncover the stories behind the headlines. Join us as we explore the tumultuous world of natural disasters, oceanic accidents, and much more. Through expert interviews, survivor stories, and detailed analysis, we offer a unique perspective on ...
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Experience the world through the sailor's eyes. We travel around the world discovering the invaluable insights that made us who we are, sharing art, food, history and culture. We tell stories about life from the sailor's point of view! Sailing adventures, traveling stories across the oceans. An informative and entertaining podcast.
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These are the sea stories that nobody has ever written down or will write down. You may not believe them all, but you will be entertained by them all. These stories are mostly from Seafarers so there is some salty language. Tuck the kids into their racks, make them sweep the deck, or send them down to the engine room to look for a bucket of steam. These stories are from old folks and young people alike. I am bored on watch and want to hear something new, tell me a sea story...
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This is the home for all things DITS! Welcome to the project. Currently comprising of all existing DITS content (see below), there are soon-to-be-announced series and shows just waiting to join the project and guest podcasts over time. THE DITS ON WRESTLING PODCAST (DOWPOD) Join Captain Dits and First Mate Anthony as they spin dits on all things wrestling! There's drafts, theme song battles, quizzes and interviews among all the nautical madness that you could expect. Plenty of Dits and piece ...
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The Right To Remain Offended Podcast or R2RO for short is Kraig, Eric, Chuck and Scott (with a special guest or two) getting together to discuss a variety of topics, from music to pop culture, maybe some politics and EVERYTHING in between. Trigger Warning: Because we give our raw unscripted opinions & reactions to the topics we discuss, R2RO is NSFW and NSFKids You have the right to remain offended. Anything you say can and will be used against you. You have the right to have a lawyer with y ...
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In this captivating episode of NanoCruising, we embark on a thrilling journey into the annals of maritime history, exploring the remarkable exploits of some of history's most courageous dinghy explorers. From the daring expedition of Lewis and Clark along the untamed waters of the Missouri River to John Wesley Powell's epic descent of the Colorado …
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Step back in time with us and rediscover the jazz-infused world of the 1920s through the captivating eyes of Betty Boop. Your ears won't believe the fascinating origins of this flapper icon, as we unveil her journey from Max Fleischer's drawing board to the hearts of millions. With the help of our co-host phoenix, we'll spill the secrets behind Bet…
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Embark on a captivating journey through maritime history as we explore the origins of dinghy cruising in Episode 2 of NanoCruising. From the humble beginnings of the word "dinghy" to the earliest forms of small boats crafted by ancient civilizations, and the evolution of sailing techniques that have shaped the art of navigation, this episode is a t…
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Links 1. "Wartime Command and Control," by Admiral Scott Swift (ret.), Proceedings, January 2024. 2. Sea Control 254 - Defining Readiness with Admiral Scott Swift (ret.), CIMSEC, May 28, 2021. 3. "Admiral Scott Swift on Leadership, Risk, and a Life in the U.S. Navy," by Christopher Nelson, CIMSEC, August 14, 2017. 4.The American Sea Power Project. …
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Embark on a voyage through the annals of time with us, Smarticus and Phoenix, where you'll uncover the unexpected connections between an ancient university and an empire lost to history. Prepare to be astonished by the revelation that the hallowed halls of Oxford University date back even before the Aztecs laid their first stone in Tenochtitlan. Bu…
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Links: 1. 21st Century as the Pacific Century – Culture and Security of Oceania States in Great Power Competition, edited by Joanna Siekiera, University of Warsaw Press, 2023. 2. Sea Control 255 - Littoral Access Companies with Zach Ota, CIMSEC, June 3, 2021. 3. Sea Control 304 -France in the Pacific, CIMSEC, December 23, 2021. 4. Sea Control 333 -…
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We invited one of our favorite local real estate agents, Kat Ashby, to talk about what's going on in our little corner of Utah. Hear about current real estate trends, plus some of the dangers of being a real estate agent. Episode Highlights The current market trend of new builds selling well and existing homes not selling as well Kat’s preference a…
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Join us for the maiden voyage of NanoCruising, where we hoist the sails and embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of dinghy cruising. In this inaugural episode, your host Stephan Marceau welcomes you aboard and sets the course for the adventures that lie ahead. Discover the allure of small boat voyages, hear captivating stories from seas…
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We had Eduardo Morales in the hot seat and he brought us food! Eduardo earned his nickname "The Cuban Sandwich King" during this episode. This is a great story about how he started up his own business making truly delicious sandwiches and his plans for the future. Episode Highlights Eduardo’s migration to the Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs area f…
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Links 1. “Citizen Sailors: The Missing link in Maritime Force Structure,” by Joshua Taylor and Scott Humphrey, War on the Rocks, November 15, 2023. 2. “The U.S. Navy Needs Its Own Bonds to Be Ready for China,” by Joshua Taylor, Foreign Policy, November 5, 2021.By Joshua Taylor, Scott Humphrey, Jim Jarvie, Walker Mills
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Links 1. Naval Presence and the Interwar US Navy and Marine Corps, Forward Deployment, Crisis Response, and the Tyranny of History, by Benjamin Armstrong, Routledge, 2024. 2. Sea Control 239 - Things Done By Halves with Dr. BJ Armstrong, CIMSEC, April 11, 2021. 3. Sea Control 311 - Developing the Naval Mind with BJ Armstrong and John Freymann, CIMS…
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We had a great chat with Davy Crockett from the American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame. Hear about his amazing journey from being a 44-year old 230 pound couch potato to being the 15th person in the world to complete 100-mile races. He is also a historian, documenting the fascinating history of ultra running. Episode Highlights Davy Crockett talks abou…
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Unlock the secrets of a 3,900-year-old Sumerian poem and discover how it's not just a tribute to the goddess Ninkasi, but also a recipe for the beer that coursed through ancient Mesopotamia's veins. With my cohost, Phoenix, we celebrate the professional brewmasters of yore, whose precise record-keeping on clay tablets offers us a glimpse into a soc…
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Links: 1. “Cocaine Codfish: How the War on Drugs Can Inform the Fight Against Illegal Fishing,” by Aaron Delano-Johnson, War on the Rocks (October 16, 2023). 2. “A Plan to Push Back Against China’s Fishing Practices” by Aaron Delano-Johnson and Chris Bernotavicus, War on the Rocks (December 2, 2022). 3. Sea Control 219: USCG Commandant Admiral Karl…
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“Game Changer: The Philippines’ Assertive Transparency Campaign: How the Philippines Rewrote the Counter Gray Zone Playbook in 2023”, by Col. Raymond Powell US Air Force (Ret) and Benjamin Goirigolzarri Ph. D., Stratbase ADRi, January 12, 2024 Sea Control 456 - China’s Maritime Gray Zone Tactics and SeaLight with Ray Powell and Gaute Friis, by Jare…
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We talked with Rob Young, a resident of Saratoga Springs. During a wildfire a few years ago, Rob stepped up and helped save his neighborhood and several houses from being burned down. Episode Highlights Robert's love for hunting and fishing and his growing up in Michigan How Rob ended up living in Saratoga Springs, Utah How he decided to save a bun…
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In this captivating episode, we embark on a thrilling journey through the extraordinary life of Violet Jessup, the indomitable woman who defied the odds and survived not just one, but three maritime disasters, including the infamous sinking of the Titanic. Join us as we uncover the remarkable tale of "Miss Unsinkable," from her challenging early ye…
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We had a great talk with Marci Herrell, owner of Nautical Bowls in Saratoga Springs. Their bowls are plant-based, gluten, soy and dairy free. Made with organic or all natural ingredients! Packed with essential vitamins and nutrients to fuel your life! Episode Highlights What the Nautical Bowls in Saratoga Springs is Collaborations with various fitn…
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In this episode we visit Vrak - The Museum of Wrecks in Stockholm. Nowhere else in the world are there as many well-preserved wooden wrecks as there are in the Baltic Sea. People have lived on the shores of the Baltic ever since the end of the Ice Age, where they have travelled, sailed, hunted and waged war, for millennia. The Baltic has special wa…
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In a world where the sea meets the sky, where freedom takes the shape of billowing sails, and every journey is a chance to discover the extraordinary – welcome to the NanoCruising Podcast. Join us as we embark on a voyage beyond the ordinary, where small boats lead to big adventures. I'm Stephan Marceau, your fellow sailor and guide in this maritim…
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Links 1. “Written in Black and Red: Asymmetric Threats and Affordable Unmanned Vessels,” by Michael Knickerbocker, War on the Rocks, January 3, 2024 2. “Trashing Energy Needs: A Cast for Expanded Plasma Gasification Use by the US Military,” by Michael Knickerbocker, The Defense Post, October 23, 2023. 3. “Episode 101: UUVs: Underwater Drones and Se…
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We chatted with Hannah Robbins, the Director of Business Development at the Point of Mountain Chamber of Commerce. We talked about what Point of the Mountain Chamber is and what they do for our community. Episode Highlights Hannah's entry into the Point Chamber The benefits of networking and education for businesses Advantages of joining the Point …
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In this episode we explore the extraordinary life of Frerik Henrik Af Chapman, the man considered the grandfather of naval architecture. Born in Gothenburg in 1721 to immigrant English parents, his father served in the Swedish navy before becoming the manager of a shipyard in Gothenburg. His mother was the daughter of a London shipwright. Frerderik…
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Ever wondered if the tales of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon were steeped in paranoia or if there was a genuine prowler on the loose? Your hosts, Smarticus and Phoenix, promise to guide you through the misty contours of this perplexing story, dissecting each element from mass hysteria to environmental anomalies. But that's not all we have on our plate –…
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We interviewed Shon Reed, with the Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project and heard about efforts to help and preserve these beautiful birds. Episode Highlights How the hosts met Sean The inception of the Eagle Mountain Kestrel Project and their initiatives The migration behavior of kestrels The owl species in Eagle Mountain Project's funding and contribut…
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The third episode in our mini series on Maritime Sweden is a tour of Sweden's National Maritime Museum in Stockholm: Sjöhistoriska Museet. Listen in as Dr Sam Willis is guided around the museum by its curator, Jonas Hedberg. We hear about the founding of the purpose-built maritime museum in the 1930s; explore the extraordinary collection of ship mo…
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One of the most fascinating aspects of Viking history is their voyages east, to Arab lands. Vikings from the geographical area that would become Sweden played an important role in the creation of the political entity known as Rus, and some Scandinavians travelled by river to Arab lands, where they traded slaves for dirhams, and to Constantinople, w…
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Step right up to the grand stage of history where the dead speak and the living listen—in a most literal sense! Join Phoenix and I as we recount the spine-chilling story of Pope Formosus, whose earthly deeds led to an otherworldly trial, long after his last breath. This week's episode is a tapestry of intrigue and gastronomy, where we not only unea…
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We talked with Heston Williams, the Recreation Director for the City of Saratoga Springs. He shared some great information about what the city has to offer for recreation and the issues we are facing. Episode Highlights Heston’s background and his tenure as the director of Saratoga Springs Recreation Suggestions on how to reach more potential volun…
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This episode starts a new mini-series on the maritime history of Sweden, and we begin by exploring Sweden’s fascinating naval history over the last 500 years, and how Sweden’s modern defence thinking has been shaped by its past. Founded in 1522, the Swedish navy is one of the oldest continuous serving navies in the world and its complex history ref…
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Ever had a piece of the past roar back into your life, hungry for a modern makeover? That's the story with a 450 motorcycle that's wheeled its way back into my shop – and into our latest chat. We're exchanging tales of profit-driven buying and selling antics, like the time I slapped a sky-high price tag on my beloved Jeep to ward off buyers, and my…
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When five college friends get trapped in an underground cave during a late-night adventure, a series of hazards turn their quest for thrills into a lethal race to escape before their last breath. Subscribe to this channel and to my podcast here: https://talko.fm/boom This episode of Disasterthon examines details of a tragic event that may be distur…
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We interview Norm Wilkenson, AKA The Happy Health Insurance Guy. You've seen him all over Facebook, and now he's in our studio, fresh from his almost cross country trip to pick up his new Corvette. Episode Highlights Discussion on Norm's experience in Utah, his previous places of residence like Pleasant Grove and his initial impressions of Saratoga…
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Ever find yourself wistfully thinking back to the roar of classic cars and the quirky charm of cultural time-lags? Well, buckle up, because this episode is a full-throttle journey through the past glories of automotive history, the surprising treasures of '90s Corvettes, and the eyebrow-raising car collection of none other than Vanilla Ice. We'll t…
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A special episode which explores the young 16 year-old midshipman Horatio Nelson's exploits on the Phipps' expedition in search of a Northeast Passage in 1773, in which he fought off a walrus. The episode is linked to an ongoing project run by St Paul's Cathedral and the University of York '50 Monuments in 50 Voices' which showcases thought-provoki…
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