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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 worldwi... more

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In this episode we explore a part of maritime history that has too often drifted beneath the surface: women who served at sea in the First and Second World Wars, and who died for their service. To find out more, Dr Sam Willis spoke with Nina Baker, a... more

In this episode of The Mariner’s Mirror Podcast, we continue our naval fiction series with Chris Durbin, author of the excellent Carlisle & Holbrooke Naval Adventures. Set during the global conflict of the Seven Years’ War, the series follows two Roy... more

In this episode, we continue our deep dive into naval fiction with the prolific and insightful Philip K. Allan. Since 2018, Philip has built an impressive body of work, most notably his Alexander Clay series set during the Age of Sail. Following a Ro... more

This episode explores the shipyards, political intrigue, and naval ambitions of 18th-century Spain at a pivotal moment in its emergence as a modern maritime power. Once dominant in the wake of its vast American empire, Spain by the mid-1700s faced a ... more

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Nina Baker
Author of Exploring the Lives of Scottish Merchant Navy Women
Author
Episode: 'Supposed Killed or Drowned': The Lost Women of the Merchant Navy in WW1 and WW2
Chris Durbin
Author of the Carlisle and Holbrooke Naval Adventures series
Independent author
Episode: The Naval Fiction Interviews: Chris Durbin, Edward Carlisle and George Holbrooke
Philip K. Allan
Author of naval fiction, notably the Alexander Clay series
Author (naval fiction)
Episode: The Naval Fiction Interviews: Philip K. Allan and Alexander Clay
Catherine Scheybeler
Lecturer at King's College London; research consultant for Lloyds Register Foundation; expert on Spanish naval history, honorary secretary for the Maritime Heritage Committee of the Society for Nautical Research
King's College London; Lloyds Register Foundation; Society for Nautical Research
Episode: Spies in the Shipyard: Espionage and the Rise of Spain’s 18th-Century Navy
Ian Johnston
Clydeside historian
Historian
Episode: Founding an Empire: Maritime Glasgow and the Clan Line
David Tuch
Author of The Wireless Operator and descendant of Harold Derber
Author, researcher into Harold Derber/Derber family
Episode: From Merchant Navy to Drug Kingpin: The Inventor of the Drug Mothership
Simon Stevens
Curator of ship models and small boats at the Royal Museums, Greenwich
Royal Museums Greenwich
Episode: From Glasgow to the Cape: The Ships of the Clan Line
Vince Gillen
Inver Clyde writer and historian
Independent historian
Episode: From Glasgow to the Cape: The Ships of the Clan Line
Faye Hammill
Professor and literary scholar
Episode: Murder, Modern Literature, and the Great Ocean Liner

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Sam Willis
Host of The Mariners Mirror Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 387 ratings
  • Five Stars from a Merchant Marine Officer

    I've been a United States Merchant Marine Officer for 22 years and love all things related to the sea, especially maritime history. Your podcast episodes have been with me through many late-night bridge watches. What is better than being at sea while listening to the deep history of this fine profession? Please keep the episodes coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sea2stream
    United States5 months ago
  • All episodes

    Stumbled on this podcast a year ago. Just listened to the last of the 246 episodes. Thanks for all and look forward to the new ones. To quote the podcast host, all episodes were ‘EXCELLENT STUFF’ . Kind regards Pieter Bakker/ volunteer Dutch Maritime Museum library.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pietje B
    Netherlands10 months ago
  • The VRAK museum

    Wonderful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mayakittiekat
    United Statesa year ago
  • Surprising and Intriguing Maritime Histories

    This is a fun and fascinating podcast! Not afraid to be scholarly, but willing to range far and wide for topics and approaches within maritime history. Willing to hear from experts who aren’t necessarily trained in the arts of podcast entertainment, Dr. Willis keeps the show afloat with integrity, insights, and always a lively approach to — often unexpected — maritime stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anne9423
    United Statesa year ago
  • So interesting

    Figure heads episode makes you take notice or something you previously took for granted. The anchor episode likewise. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    la luta continua
    United Kingdoma year ago

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The Naval Fiction Interviews: Chris Durbin, Edward Carlisle and George Holbrooke
Q: Now, you have a fascinating background. So tell us about your life before you got into writing.
Durbin discusses his 25 years as a Royal Navy warfare officer, his transition to civilian life, the long road to becoming a full-time writer, and how his experiences shaped his approach to historical fiction.
From Merchant Navy to Drug Kingpin: The Inventor of the Drug Mothership
Q: What was the pivotal legal change that allowed the drug mothership concept to emerge?
The 1970 implementation of the Controlled Substances Act inadvertently nullified the 1922 Narcotics Import and Export Act, creating a loophole that made it legal to possess drugs in international waters, which Derber exploited for large-scale smuggling.
The Glenlee: A Survivor of the Seven Seas
Q: What do we know about his life after he left?
After leaving the ship, Andy successfully got his second mate certificate and joined another ship as a fourth officer before settling down and not going to sea again.
The Glenlee: A Survivor of the Seven Seas
Q: Do you have good records of any idea of what was going on day to day?
We do. For the 20 years of the cargo ship years, we generally know where she was at all times and have good records of who was on board.
The Glenlee: A Survivor of the Seven Seas
Q: What about her early career? Did she sail often to South America?
Yes, for the first 20 years, she was a cargo ship under the British Merchant Navy and circumnavigated the globe four or five times, going around Cape Horn at least 15 times.

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A thoughtful deep-dive series into maritime and naval history, blending scholarly research with accessible storytelling. Episodes span naval fiction, shipbuilding, Arctic exploration, and museum-era heritage, often featuring historians, novelists, curators, and explorers who illuminate primary sources, archival work, and real-world connections. Noteworthy is the show's ability to mix rigorous historical analysis with engaging narratives and behind-the-scenes access to archives, ships, and exhibitions, making complex topics approachable for both enthusiasts and professionals. The show stands out for its curated guest mix, strong host presence, and collaboration with major maritime institutions, which helps attract serious listeners while rem... more

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