The OceanGate Titan Submersible: A Preventable Tragedy - Part 2
On June 18, 2023, the Titan submersible imploded during a voyage to the wreck of the Titanic, killing OceanGate founder and CEO Stockton Rush, ocean explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet, and civilians Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, and 19 year old Suleman Dawood. Many industry experts warned Stockton Rush of his reckless methods, reliance on untested and unproven materials, and lack of safety standards. This is part 2 of a 2-part series, describing the creation of a second Titan hull, problems during testing and scheduled dives, and its three expeditions to the Titanic, culminating in its final, fateful voyage in 2023. Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes, notes, and merchandise can be found at shipwrecksandseadogs.com. Original theme music by Sean Sigfried, and you can find him at https://www.seansigfried.com. **No AI was used in the production of this episode. Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs is a maritime history podcast about shipwrecks, tragic loss, and incredible accomplishments on the world's oceans and waterways. Follow Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Subscribe on YouTube Follow on BlueSky Follow on Threads Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The OceanGate Titan Submersible: A Preventable Tragedy - Part 1
On June 18, 2023, the Titan submersible imploded during a voyage to the wreck of the Titanic, killing OceanGate founder and CEO Stockton Rush, ocean explorer Paul-Henri Nargeolet, and civilians Hamish Harding, Shahzada Dawood, and 19 year old Suleman Dawood. Many industry experts warned Stockton Rush of his reckless methods, reliance on untested and unproven materials, and lack of safety standards. This is part 1 of a two-part series, that looks at Stockton Rush's background, the formation of OceanGate, and the development of the Titan submersible, originally named Cyclops II. Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes, notes, and merchandise can be found at shipwrecksandseadogs.com. Original theme music by Sean Sigfried, and you can find him at https://www.seansigfried.com. **No AI was used in the production of this episode. Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs is a maritime history podcast about shipwrecks, tragic loss, and incredible accomplishments on the world's oceans and waterways. Listen AD-FREE by becoming an Officer's Club Member! Join on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/shipwreckspod Join through Apple Podcasts at https://apple.co/4j60XCG. You can support the podcast with a donation of any amount at: https://buymeacoffee.com/shipwreckspod Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Merchandise is available! https://shop.shipwrecksandseadogs.com Join the Into History Network for ad-free access to this and many other fantastic history podcasts! https://www.intohistory.com/shipwreckspod Follow Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Subscribe on YouTube Follow on BlueSky Follow on Threads Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(Bonus) The 1872 Wreck of Lac La Belle
Lac La Belle was a wooden passenger and cargo steamer built in 1864. Her troubled career included several groundings and a collision with another ship that caused her to sink in 1866. After being refloated Lac La Belle was lost in a storm in 1872 on Lake Michigan and remained undiscovered for 150 years. In February 2026, it was announced she had been finally found by shipwreck hunter Paul Ehorn. Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes, notes, and merchandise can be found at shipwrecksandseadogs.com. Original theme music by Sean Sigfried, and you can find him at https://www.seansigfried.com. **No AI was used in the production of this episode. Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs is a maritime history podcast about shipwrecks, tragic loss, and incredible accomplishments on the world's oceans and waterways. Listen AD-FREE by becoming an Officer's Club Member! Join on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/shipwreckspod Join through Apple Podcasts at https://apple.co/4j60XCG. You can support the podcast with a donation of any amount at: https://buymeacoffee.com/shipwreckspod Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Merchandise is available! https://shop.shipwrecksandseadogs.com Join the Into History Network for ad-free access to this and many other fantastic history podcasts! https://www.intohistory.com/shipwreckspod Follow Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Subscribe on YouTube Follow on BlueSky Follow on Threads Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Battle of Jutland w/Chris Sams
Maritime historian Chris Sams joins me to discuss the Battle of Jutland. Fought from 31 May to 1 June 1916 in the North Sea, it was the largest naval engagement of the First World War and the only full-scale clash between Britain’s Royal Navy Grand Fleet and Germany’s High Seas Fleet. Commanded by Admirals Sir John Jellicoe and Sir David Beatty for Britain and Vice Admiral Reinhard Scheer and Admiral Franz von Hipper for Germany, the battle unfolded through a series of dramatic encounters involving battlecruisers and dreadnought battleships. Follow Chris Sams on Substack at https://jerijerod14.substack.com/. Listen to Maritime History with Chris Sams - Live and Unplugged at https://jerijerod14.substack.com/podcast. Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes, notes, and merchandise can be found at shipwrecksandseadogs.com. Original theme music by Sean Sigfried, and you can find him at https://www.seansigfried.com. *No compensation or remuneration was paid to, or paid by, Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs or Rich Napolitano for Mr. Sams to participate in this episode. **No AI was used in the production of this episode. Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs is a maritime history podcast about shipwrecks, tragic loss, and incredible accomplishments on the world's oceans and waterways. Listen AD-FREE by becoming an Officer's Club Member! Join on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/shipwreckspod Join through Apple Podcasts at https://apple.co/4j60XCG. You can support the podcast with a donation of any amount at: https://buymeacoffee.com/shipwreckspod Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Merchandise is available! https://shop.shipwrecksandseadogs.com Join the Into History Network for ad-free access to this and many other fantastic history podcasts! https://www.intohistory.com/shipwreckspod Follow Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Subscribe on YouTube Follow on BlueSky Follow on Threads Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Join the Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Discord Community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Wahine Shipwreck & New Zealand's Deadliest Storm
On the morning of April 10, 1968, one of New Zealand’s most infamous maritime disasters unfolded in Wellington Harbour. The TEV Wahine, a modern passenger and vehicle ferry, was driven off course by Cyclone Giselle and wrecked just yards from safety. The ship struck a reef and capsized, killing 51 people and creating a national tragedy. Written, edited, and produced by Rich Napolitano. All episodes, notes, and merchandise can be found at shipwrecksandseadogs.com. Original theme music by Sean Sigfried, and you can find him at https://www.seansigfried.com. **No AI was used in the production of this episode. Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs is a maritime history podcast about shipwrecks, tragic loss, and incredible accomplishments on the world's oceans and waterways. Listen AD-FREE by becoming an Officer's Club Member! Join on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/shipwreckspod Join through Apple Podcasts at https://apple.co/4j60XCG. You can support the podcast with a donation of any amount at: https://buymeacoffee.com/shipwreckspod Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Merchandise is available! https://shop.shipwrecksandseadogs.com Join the Into History Network for ad-free access to this and many other fantastic history podcasts! https://www.intohistory.com/shipwreckspod Follow Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Subscribe on YouTube Follow on BlueSky Follow on Threads Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Join the Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Discord Community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices