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Last episode, Alexander Carlisle introduced us to the 1911 Shipping Advisory Committee and his opposition to their lifeboat recommendations. Sir Norman Hill was also on that committee and has requested the opportunity to testify in this episode. According to Hill, we've been lied to. Visit the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this episode on YouTube ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why didn't Titanic have enough lifeboats? An age-old question with many contradictory answers. Using 114-year-old testimony, let's ask the man who ACTUALLY designed Titanic... but will you believe him? Visit the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this episode on YouTube ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To understand Titanic, you have to meet the people for whom she was built — and we mean ALL the people, not just the first-class men. Today on Witness Titanic, we call a witness with almost no Titanic knowledge to offer! Instead she introduces us to the astounding women of the Progressive Era who will one day fight for — and WIN — the right to vote in America... they just have to make it to America first... We dedicate this episode to you, "oh sorrowing women of the disaster." Pickup Paula F. Casey's book: The Perfect 36 or learn more about the National Votes for Women Trail VISIT the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals OR Watch this episode on YOUTUBE ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join your Chairman James Penca and an incredible assortment of other Titanic/Ocean Liner content creators for a casual chat during our Titanic Anniversary Weekend 2026. This LIVE event and episode are co-presented by Titanic Legacy Podcast and Titanic: Honor and Glory. Join us for Titanic Anniversary Weekend in 2027! FEATURING: Executive Producer of Titanic: Honor & Glory - Matt DeWinkeleer 'Titanic: Legacy Podcast' creator - Paul Carganilla @MelissaFairLady on TikTok - Melissa Ratliff 'Titanic Talk' podcast host/producer and Director/Creator of 'Ship of Dreams: Titanic Movie Diaries' - Alexandra Boyd 'Historic Travels' YouTube host - Samuel Pence and Oceanliner Designs writer - Sarah Brennemen ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WITNESS TITANIC IS TWO YEARS OLD!!! And your Chairman is another year older as well... To celebrate the occasion, we are joined by my partner, the TERRIBLY funny, Katie Johantgen! Katie would not be considered a Titanic nut - far from it - but she has agreed to endure a game of Titanic trivia featuring questions sent in by the Witness Titanic Patrons! Let us know how many points YOU got! NOTICE: Podcast listeners, you won't be able to see Katie's final score, so I will hide it at the bottom of this description to avoid any spoilers!Message Katie on Instagram @katiejoyofosho to find your best colors! A TITANIC 'thank you" to everyone who supports this podcast and a happy podcast birthday to YOU. ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Out of a possible 56 points, Katie got 41! How did you do?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

These witnesses need no introduction... Don Lynch is a renowned author and historian, Ken Marschall is the celebrated artist and Titanic visual historian... together they assisted James Cameron on his 1997 film, they dove to Titanic on multiple expeditions, and they brought us the must-have book "Titanic: An Illustrated History." This live testimony was recorded during our four-day Titanic Anniversary Weekend onboard the RMS Queen Mary. Join us in 2027! VISIT the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this Episode on YouTube NOTICE: Witness testimony begins at 9:05, however for important context, do not skip past 6:35.Episode cover photograph taken by Merie W. Wallace.Big thanks to Ken for providing his paintings and photos to appear in the YouTube version of this episode.Thanks to Sergey Kudriashov for providing us with a few of his photos from the 2001 expedition.Thanks to Maxim Polishchuk for his assistance in getting these photos to our inquiry.And thanks to Paul Carganilla for co-hosting the anniversary weekend with me and making this episode possible! ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally part of our four-day Titanic Anniversary Weekend onboard the RMS Queen Mary, we present the first WITNESS TITANIC podcast episode recorded in front of a LIVE AUDIENCE! Together, surrounded by history, we dive into a Norwegian immigrant's account of the disaster as he remembered it in 1912... and how he remembered it in 1974... Featuring Paul Carganilla as our Senator/Reporter! Join us for Titanic Anniversary Weekend in 2027! VISIT the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this Episode on YouTube ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two industries began within years of each other -- and both were gutted by modern technology. This week we discuss the MANY connections between ocean liners and Broadway, particularly two legendary Broadway producers who sailed on Titanic's maiden voyage and helped shape New York City for the next century. Hear more of Jennifer Ashley Tepper's untold stories of Broadway by picking up one of her books! VISIT the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this Episode on YouTube ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We rejoin 3rd Officer Pitman on the boat deck of Titanic just after midnight and follow him through the rest of the sinking... even the moment he would rather not speak of... Visit the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To begin our 3rd season, we call the 3rd Officer to testify once more. Herbert John Pitman survived the Titanic disaster, he must have a story to tell... right? Visit the Witness Titanic Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this episode on YouTube ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday April 17th, we call our first witness of the new season! ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 11th through the 14th, join us onboard the R.M.S. Queen Mary for the 3rd annual TITANIC ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND! Featuring four days of presentations, meet and greets, music, the live broadcast of the “Titanic: Honor and Glory” Real-Time Sinking Livestream, and LIVE recordings of the WITNESS TITANIC podcast! Once available -- tickets, presenters, and schedule will be found at: www.titanicweekend.com Hosted by Witness Titanic, Titanic: Honor and Glory, and Titanic: Legacy Podcast! www.titanichg.com www.titaniclegacypodcast.com --------------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the season two finale of WITNESS TITANIC, please enjoy the exciting conclusion of our watch-through of the 1958 classic, A NIGHT TO REMEMBER. We will reconvene for SEASON THREE this spring! Until then, join us this off-season for a read-through of the book A NIGHT TO REMEMBER, only on the WITNESS TITANIC PATREON! ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To wrap up season two of WITNESS TITANIC, let's dive into the 1958 classic, "A Night to Remember." This film is based on Walter Lord's legendary book of the same name and features authentic survivor stories in every scene. Sync up this episode with the film to watch along, hear historic commentary, and discover just how much its influence can be seen in James Cameron's "Titanic." ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We now call to the stand Günter Bäbler, a Titanic researcher and author so dedicated to understanding Titanic, he once kept a Junior Officer's sleep schedule of 4-hours-on and 4-hours-off for a whole week. His book “Guide to the Crew of Titanic” is a staple in the Witness Titanic library. This week, we ask him about all of this and more! BUY GÜNTER'S BOOK HERE Visit our Instagram for Episode Visuals or WATCH this episode on YouTube ---------------------------------------------- Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC — the podcast “inquiry” where we call witnesses of Titanic’s great story, from modern experts to even the survivors of the sinking. Through their testimony, we navigate the uncertain waters of the Titanic legend, uncover what actually happened in April of 1912, and ultimately witness Titanic ourselves. This podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Witness Titanic Patrons, and is produced and hosted by Titanic researcher James Penca. LISTEN: Apple Podcasts Spotify WATCH: ⁨YouTube | @TitanicHG⁩ Instagram | @WitnessTitanicPod TikTok | @WitnessTitanicPod JOIN THE INQUIRY: Patreon Music recorded by Ege M. Erdogan | @egecomposer Contact | [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.