THE SHIPS LOG
J.B. Niday
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Episode #16 The Grey Beard
THE SHIPS LOG
05/02/20 • 93 min
In this episode, we hear more from The Grey Beard about life and the Merchant Marines. He tells us about growing up in Houston during the 80's, what he did before he joined the Merchant Marines, and regales us with a story of heartache. The Grey Beard gives us a lesson on the difference between Hobo's and Bums, there is a difference... He also shares information on how he joined the Merchant Marines.
For more information on the Merchant Marine Apprenticeship that we talk about visit seafarers.org.
You can contact me at [email protected].
You can support the podcast at patreon.com/theshipslogpodcast
Thanks for listening and smooth sailing.
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Episode #2 Billy The Bosun & The Burmese Cowboy
THE SHIPS LOG
01/04/20 • 44 min
Join us in this episode as Billy The Bosun regales us with sea stories from his time shipping overseas. Spicy Korean Tacos, The Penguin Club in Saipan, and getting beaten up by Police in England.
Episode #1 Captain Nemo
THE SHIPS LOG
12/31/19 • 71 min
Captain Nemo regales us with his stories of machine gun wielding meth addicts, flying fish, and sailing onboard the Death Star. Do sailors get seasick? Captain Nemo answers some of the questions that land lubbers have about the maritime industry.
Episode #24 Nate The Dirty Seaman
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07/11/20 • 157 min
In this episode I sit down with Nate The Dirty Seaman, an old friend, with better quality audio than the first time. He tells the world about hunting alligators in North Carolina, Walking the streets of Madrid, and declares that the women in Spain are more beautiful than France. He gives us a history lesson on moonshine and actually makes NASCAR sound somewhat interesting. On a more serious note, we talk about the mental health of mariners at sea and what to do if you are stuck on a vessel and feeling depressed. Also, what is it like to have a shitty cook onboard a sea going vessel? Why does he want to win the lottery, buy Bubba burgers, and close down the company? Old classic cars. We talk 1967 Lincolns and 2001 Camaros. At the end, you will learn why this show does not have an outro.
If any mariner is depressed and needs somebody to talk to you can contact me at [email protected] There is always somebody who cares about you out there. You are not alone.
The next step for the podcast is to upgrade our equipment. If you feel like supporting the show, please visit Patreon.com/theshipslogpodcast
Smooth sailing and following winds.
J.B.
Episode #23 Chef Machete
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07/04/20 • 73 min
In this episode I sit down with a local celebrity, Chef Machete. He tells us about his claim to fame, Lean Sauce. He promises that there is no codeine in the recipe. He hangs out with rappers, has a gold grill, and has his own cooking show coming out! He also regales us with what it was like to cook for a boats crew at sea and shares his secret to keeping a crew happy with the menu. To make a long story short, this is a guy who started out in the maritime industry and is now chasing his dreams of making people happy with great food.
You can check him out on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/real_chef_machete/?hl=en
You can contact the show at [email protected] or reach us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100049887163960
If you like the show and want to support it so that we can upgrade our equipment, donate at Patreon.com. You can find the link below.
Thank you for listening & smooth sailing.
Episode #22 Captain Price
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06/27/20 • 98 min
In this episode Captain Price talks about Chernobyl, spending the night inside the exclusion zone, and hiking mountains. You know that abandoned, very creepy, and radiated city close to Chernobyl that is the writing material for our nightmares? She spent the night there! Also, how does a girl that girl that grew up in land locked Colorado grow up to be a tug boat Captain in Houston Texas? Why is Crossfit so damn hard? What is it like to climb a huge volcano in South America? We also talk about WISTA, high school maritime programs, and swimming in open water. In this interview you have two people from opposite ends of the spectrum. One who watches way too many shows on Netflix (me) and the other that chases her dreams, around the globe, on a regular basis.
You can contact the show at [email protected]
Don't forget, if you find value in listening to the podcast you can support it on Patreon.com for a reasonable price.
Smooth sailing.
Episode #21 Travis Golightly
THE SHIPS LOG
06/20/20 • 117 min
Travis Golightly is a Dot com pioneer, radio DJ, train conductor, cop, air traffic controller, and U.S. Merchant Marine. He regales us with sea stories from his many amazing careers and meandering travels. Antarctica? Check! Greenland? Check! Diving in muddy lakes? Check! Being yelled at for not correctly vectoring aircraft? Check! Almost making a million dollars before age 21? Check! This guy has some stories. Oh, and lets not forget the crazy lady in the trailer park with the hemorrhoid blood....
Check out the Tanker Trash Instagram page here https://www.instagram.com/tankertrash/
One of the only places where 3inches is enough and living the Benzene Dream is on everyone's mind.
You can contact me at [email protected]
If you have some extra pirate treasure laying around, please support the show via Patreon.com
Smooth Sailing!
Episode #20 The Burmese Cowboy
THE SHIPS LOG
06/13/20 • 105 min
A man at sea who wasn't paid his wages for 4 months stands up for himself and his shipmates. A man who stood up to a brutal military dictatorship. A man who was placed on a list and not allowed to go home. He sits down to tell his story to the world, the toughest man I know, The Burmese Cowboy. What is it like when the Chief Engineer is paid to silence you at gunpoint? What is it like to be stranded in a strange land where you don't speak the language? What is it like to be onboard a ship that sinks in a South American river? The Burmese Cowboy answers these questions and more.
There was a documentary made about him. You can watch it here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4iRyuCzzI8
You can contact the show at [email protected]
If you want to support the podcast, you can find us on Patreon.com
Thank you for listening. Smooth sailing.
Episode #19 Sea Dog
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06/07/20 • 94 min
In this episode we have an old salty Houston Pilot talk about life. What was it like working on a tugboat in the 1970's? What is it like learning to be a pilot in one of the most difficult ports in the world? What is the Texas Chicken? Should you get tattoos? Sea Dog gives his take on all these questions and more. Stick around and hear some sea stories that won't be around for ever. Plus, I get hate mail? At the end of this interview you will have a little bit more hair on your chest, sorry ladies.
You can contact the show at [email protected]
Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.
Episode #17 The Enlightened One
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05/16/20 • 98 min
Hold my beer as I sit down with The Enlightened One and discuss some next level shit. The Enlightened One is a Pumpman who has been shipping out in the U.S. Merchant Marine for roughly eleven years. A family man, he drops some knowledge on parenting, how to co-exist with coworkers better, and his views on COVID-19. He shares his favorite places that he has sailed to and his philosophies on debt and money. Buckle up!
You can contact the show by emailing us at [email protected].
Thank you for all of your support. Smooth sailing.
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FAQ
How many episodes does THE SHIPS LOG have?
THE SHIPS LOG currently has 45 episodes available.
What topics does THE SHIPS LOG cover?
The podcast is about Friends, Society & Culture, Story, History, Interview, Boat and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on THE SHIPS LOG?
The episode title 'Episode #36 Ted' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on THE SHIPS LOG?
The average episode length on THE SHIPS LOG is 106 minutes.
How often are episodes of THE SHIPS LOG released?
Episodes of THE SHIPS LOG are typically released every 7 days, 21 hours.
When was the first episode of THE SHIPS LOG?
The first episode of THE SHIPS LOG was released on Dec 31, 2019.
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