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Lighthouses
U.S. Lighthouse Society
Lighthouse Preservation
Coast Guard
Maritime History
American Lighthouse Foundation
Great Lakes
Lake Erie
Photography
National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act
Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse
Long Island Sound
Burnt Island Light
Maine
Curtis Island Lighthouse
Fresnel Lenses
Fresnel Lens
Rhode Island
United States Lighthouse Society
Graves Light

The official podcast of the U.S. Lighthouse Society

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Walter Sedovic has dedicated his career to sustainable preservation. With more than two dozen lighthouse projects in his portfolio, Walter is one of the foremost authorities on the analysis, preservation, and stewardship of our nation’s heritage ligh... more

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Millard Urquhart. a native of Jonesport, Maine, was born in 1899. After a couple of years working as a Coast Guard surfman at a local lifeboat station, Urquhart became the second assistant keeper at Ram Island Ledge Light in Cape Elizabeth in 1926. I... more

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This is an edited interview first heard in May 2021, and the subject is Montauk Lighthouse on Long Island, New York. Located at the eastern tip of Long Island, Montauk is the oldest (1797) lighthouse in New York and the fourth oldest active lighthous... more

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Campobello Island is in southwestern New Brunswick, Canada, near the border with Maine. With trade, fishing, and shipbuilding flourishing on Campobello in the 1820s, it was decided that a lighthouse was needed. The lighthouse and the other station bu... more

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Recent Guests

Bertha Caler
Granddaughter of Maine lighthouse keeper Millard Urquhart
Episode: Light Hearted ep 349 – Bertha Caler, granddaughter of Maine keeper Millard Urquhart
Mia Certic
Executive Director of the Montauk Historical Society
Montauk Historical Society
Episode: Light Hearted Lite #40 – Mia Certic and Henry Osmers, Montauk, NY
Henry Osmers
Official historian for the Montauk Lighthouse
Montauk Lighthouse / author of Montauk history books
Episode: Light Hearted Lite #40 – Mia Certic and Henry Osmers, Montauk, NY
Ilana Grallert
Board member of the Friends of Head Harbour Light Station; former Dartmouth College special collections archivist
Friends of Head Harbour Light Station / Dartmouth College (past)
Episode: Light Hearted ep 348 – Ilana Grallert, Head Harbour, Canada
Jim Claflin
Nautical antiques dealer and author
Kenrick A Claflin & Son Nautical Antiques
Episode: Light Hearted ep 347 – Nautical antiques expert Jim Claflin
Tip Koehler
Vice President, Friends of Seguin Island Light Station; Capitol campaign chair; retired naval architect
Friends of Seguin Island Light Station (FOSILS)
Episode: Light Hearted Live #5: Chris Hall and Tip Koehler, Seguin Island, ME
Chris Hall
Historian for Friends of Seguin Island Light Station; former registrar and curator of exhibits at the Maine Maritime Museum
Friends of Seguin Island Light Station (FOSILS)
Episode: Light Hearted Live #5: Chris Hall and Tip Koehler, Seguin Island, ME
Gerald Butler
One of Ireland's last lighthouse keepers; author of The Lightkeeper
Independent (Lighthouse Keeper)
Episode: Light Hearted Live #4 – Irish light keeper Gerald Butler
Richard Cummins
Former lighthouse keeper at multiple Irish lighthouses including Fastnet and Hook Head
Irish Lights / Irish Lighthouse Service
Episode: Light Hearted Lite #43 – Richard Cummins, Irish light keeper, part 1

Hosts

Jeremy D'Entremont
Host of Light Hearted; active in Lighthouse Society; frequent guest and organizer for lighthouse preservation talks and events
Jeremy Dantrimont
Host of Light Hearted; longstanding advocate for lighthouse preservation and outreach

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Emotional!

    I love this show and never miss an episode but the latest one (ep. 327) had my husband and I in pieces! It was so emotional. I love to hear about the lighthouse infrastructure but the human element to the episodes gives an extra, human dimension, bringing it all to life. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Missymiss75
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Thank you!

    LOVED listening to the interview about the Fort Gratiot lighthouse…amazing and fascinating history!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    greygirl71
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Each episode is always interesting! So fun to learn about lighthouses all over the country. Everything from the history of the lighthouses themselves to local history and culture.

    Thank you Jeremy for all the work you put into this podcast, I for one as an avid lighthouse enthusiast appreciate it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChowhoundKevin
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful!

    Such a delightful podcast. I love the history deep dives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennacaye
    United States3 years ago
  • Climate change

    Climate change is a religion, it cannot be proven by any science I know of. Better to stick to lighthouse podcasts. The episode with Sally Snowman was a very dark episode. Not really in keeping with shinning a light. The occult is not a good subject to feature. It’s not surprising it was accidentally erased. You should have kept it erased and forgotten.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    trump54434556
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Insightful keeper histories and preservation updates are a strong draw for listeners who value authenticity.
Guests bring hands-on experience from diverse lighthouse sites, which enriches episodes with practical and historical detail.
The show is praised for its engaging storytelling and breadth of lighthouse-related topics across regions.

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Light Hearted ep 349 – Bertha Caler, granddaughter of Maine keeper Millard Urquhart
Q: Bonus question: Why is it important to preserve the stories of lighthouse keepers and families, not just the lighthouses themselves?
Because those stories illuminate the lived experiences, resilience, and daily routines of families who sustained the lights, turning stones and lenses into a living history that informs and inspires future generations.
Light Hearted Live #6 – Knotbrook Taylor’s Scottish lighthouse poems
Q: What upcoming project or book is Knotbrook working on?
He's developing a manuscript called Romance with Pressed Fly, a collection exploring relationships and Scottish places, with about 40-50 poems in draft.
Light Hearted Live #6 – Knotbrook Taylor’s Scottish lighthouse poems
Q: What advice does Knotbrook offer to aspiring poets who are afraid to write?
Practice regularly, join local writing groups or take courses, read a lot, and focus on expressing your own perspective rather than forcing rhyme.
Light Hearted Live #6 – Knotbrook Taylor’s Scottish lighthouse poems
Q: Why is poetry best enjoyed when read aloud?
Reading aloud helps capture the poem's rhythm, flow, and the poet's authentic voice, making the emotion and imagery feel immediate and true.
Light Hearted ep 347 – Nautical antiques expert Jim Claflin
Q: What's the most interesting acquisition you've made?
Acquiring entire Coast Guard estate contents from a Long Island keeper, including Coast Guard artifacts, lamps, and insignia, after a multi-year process with a strong story behind the items.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Light Hearted

What is Light Hearted about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on lighthouses, preservation, and maritime history, blending keeper reminiscences, restoration updates, and nonprofit/community storytelling. Episodes frequently feature retired Coast Guard, former lighthouse keepers, museum and foundation leaders, authors, and volunteers who discuss historical anecdotes, lens technology, and ongoing preservation projects across the U.S. and international sites. Noteworthy are in-depth keeper histories, behind-the-scenes preservation efforts, and cross-border collaborations that highlight how volunteer networks, societies, and local partners sustain lighthouse heritage for visitors and mariners alike. Potential listeners will likely enjoy detailed technical context, human-interest keeper... more

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Recent guests on Light Hearted include:

1. Bertha Caler
2. Mia Certic
3. Henry Osmers
4. Ilana Grallert
5. Jim Claflin
6. Tip Koehler
7. Chris Hall
8. Gerald Butler

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