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Nantucket
Essex (whaling Ship)
Sperm Whale
Town Crier
Oldest House (jethro Coffin House)
Cannibalism
Bicycles
Andrea Doria
Nantucket Lightship
Essex Disaster
Moby-Dick
Nantucket Whaling Museum
Nantucket Historical Association
E-Bikes
Architecture/restoration
South Shore Lightship
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Nathaniel Philbrick
New England Aquarium
Good Roads Movement

A podcast about Nantucket’s History. Research, stories and interviews that explore topics in the island's past and tie them to modern day Nantucket. Created and published by the Nantucket Historical Association.

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Latest Episodes

Join us for part two of our series on Nantucket and the American Revolution! In part two, we are joined once again by Nathaniel Philbrick, the award-winning author, Nantucket historian and NHA Research Fellow who has published extensively on differen... more

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Muster your friends and family, gather and listen close as the Nantucket Gam celebrates America's 250th anniversary with a tale of Nantucket during the American Revolution! Join us for a tale of economic collapse, Quakerism, smuggling, divided loyalt... more

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Dive into a story of confusion, carelessness and tragedy as the team from the Nantucket Gam describes the fateful events of July 25th, 1956 and the collision of the luxury liner Andrea Doria. What caused the wreck? Could it have been avoided? Join us... more

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On this episode of The Nantucket Gam, we explore the complex history of how Nantucket's Oldest House changed over time into what it is today. From it's creation during the colonial era of Nantucket, through its numerous owners and to its modern histo... more

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Recent Guests

John Chatterton
Renowned deepwater scuba diver; History Channel's Deep Sea Detectives
Independent diver; guest on episode
Episode: The Wreck of the Andrea Doria - with Legendary Diver John Chatterton
Virna Gonzalez
Programs and Grant Manager from Remain Nantucket
Remain Nantucket
Episode: Changing Time - Nantucket's Oldest House with Virna Gonzalez
Eric Goddard
Nantucket's town crier (guest)
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Episode: Hear Ye, Hear Ye - The Story of Nantucket's Town Criers
Jasper Young
Current owner of Young's Bicycle Shop
Young's Bicycle Shop
Episode: Pedaling Nantucket - A History of Bicycles with Harvey and Jasper Young
Harvey Young
Former owner of Young's Bicycle Shop
Young's Bicycle Shop
Episode: Pedaling Nantucket - A History of Bicycles with Harvey and Jasper Young
Jeremy Slavitz
Exhibits Manager, Nantucket Historical Association
Nantucket Historical Association
Episode: The Whale Skeleton - with Niles Parker and Jeremy Slavitz
Niles Parker
Gosnell Executive Director, Nantucket Historical Association
Nantucket Historical Association
Episode: The Whale Skeleton - with Niles Parker and Jeremy Slavitz
Nathaniel Philbrick
Author of In the Heart of the Sea
Penguin/Other publishers referenced in discussion
Episode: The Tragedy of the Essex - Part 2 with Nathaniel Philbrick
Larry Ryan
Former lightship sailor, president of the United States Coast Guard Lightship Association
United States Coast Guard Lightship Association
Episode: Guiding Lights - Nantucket Lightships with Larry Ryan

Hosts

Annaleigh Gilbert-Keith
Host of the show with Nantucket Historical Association affiliation; frequently leads discussions on Nantucket history and local heritage.
Adam DeLogue
Co-host and host with Nantucket Historical Association affiliation; contributes historical framing and interview facilitation.
Thomas Parrish
Co-host/Presenter and historian with strong ties to Nantucket Historical Association; leads narrative contexts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Hmmmm...my previous review was pulled down

    Scrimsaw episode. I needed closed captioning to understand one of the hosts(Thomas).

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    manayunk wall
    United States4 months ago
  • Nantucket Bikes

    Well done. Great research. Informative and entertaining which is rare in the vast world of podcasts. Being from NC I don’t visit Nantucket as often as I would like but on my next trip, I’m going to Young’s.

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    5
    Ninetyoverninety
    United States5 months ago
  • Hmmmm...my previous review was pulled down

    Scrimsaw episode. I needed closed captioning to understand one of the hosts.

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    1
    manayunk wall
    United States5 months ago
  • Give us more!

    I love this podcast. I have always had an interest in Nantucket and this podcast feeds my soul from the whale bones to light ships. My only complaint is it is only once a month!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KRMamma
    United States6 months ago
  • So fun and educational!

    Im normally not a huge podcast person but the hosts clearly love what they’re talking about so much I can help but be excited to learn! Also so well researched! Also also Annalie has a great voice for podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3liza6eth
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience enjoys the mix of historic tragedy, preservation, and local culture; some feedback requests more frequent episodes.
The hosts' enthusiasm and clear love for Nantucket history come through and attract repeat listeners.
Listeners praise thorough research and entertaining delivery, noting high production value.
Fans appreciate island-specific storytelling and guest expertise, calling episodes informative and engaging.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hear Ye, Hear Ye - The Story of Nantucket's Town Criers
Q: What exactly are the responsibilities of the Nantucket town crier today?
Today it is about being an ambassador for the town, MCing events like the tree lighting and Christmas Stroll, announcing private events, sometimes ringing in weddings or greeting visitors, and maintaining a notable public presence rather than performing a purely news-based function.
Hear Ye, Hear Ye - The Story of Nantucket's Town Criers
Q: So how did you become the town crier?
I fell into the role through a long-time friendship with the former town crier, Curtis Barnes, who suggested retirement, and after discussions we arranged for me to take over, gradually stepping into the position.
Guiding Lights - Nantucket Lightships with Larry Ryan
Q: What was a typical day like aboard a lightship in the early days?
Crew members performed 24-7 duties including maintaining the light, trimming wicks, ensuring whale oil supply, and ringing the bell in fog. Life was lonely but purposeful, with long shifts and a strong sense of duty to save lives at sea.
The Tragedy of the Essex - Part 2 with Nathaniel Philbrick
Q: Nat, to start us off, what drew you to the story of the Essex, and how did you first hear about it?
Growing up in Pittsburgh, the tale was told as a dramatic, almost folkloric bedtime story, and Nantucket's deeper connection to whaling history drew me back to explore its sources and how they could be reinterpreted for a broader audience.
The Wreck of the Andrea Doria - with Legendary Diver John Chatterton
Q: What first drew you to the wreck?
Chatterton describes a fascination with shipwrecks as living histories that mirror human life; the Andrea Doria's story drew him due to its unprecedented public imagination, dramatic rescue, and the opportunity to explore a legendary wreck.

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The collection centers on Nantucket's history, maritime heritage, architecture, and cultural traditions, with immersive deep-dives into specific island stories and their modern relevance. Episodes pair archival research with on-site storytelling and expert guests, ranging from wreck dives and whale skeletons to town criers, bicycles, and historic houses, often tying past events to contemporary Nantucket life. Notable is the consistent use of high-quality, in-depth interviews with historians, preservationists, and local practitioners that illuminate how Nantucket's legacy shapes present-day identity and tourism. The show's distinct strengths lie in its hyper-local focus, well-researched narratives, and the chance to hear detailed, sometimes ... more

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1. John Chatterton
2. Virna Gonzalez
3. Eric Goddard
4. Jasper Young
5. Harvey Young
6. Jeremy Slavitz
7. Niles Parker
8. Nathaniel Philbrick

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