
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... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 43 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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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 Li... more
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... more
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 t... more
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... more
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I have been a somewhat casual student of the Titanic and her storied loss for nearly five decades now. As such, I feel like I have a fairly well-rounded understanding of the ship and the tragedy.
I am so grateful to Mr. Penca and his fine podcast! This gentleman’s knowledge of the subject matter is beyond reproach. Equally importantly, he himself is intelligent, well-spoken, and very personable.
The time I have spent listening has been entertaining, informative, and so worthwhile.
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James does an amazing job bringing the survivor testimony to life. I absolutely love this podcast and hope he continues to make it for a long time!
This podcast is a must for anyone with an interest in the Titanic, whether passing or obsessive!
This is the best Titanic that I’ve ever listened to. It is so great and there’s so many details to everything and I just love it.
I just stumbled upon this podcast and can’t get enough of it! It is super interesting. I thought I previously knew a lot about the Titanic, but I have learned so many new and fascinating detail details based on this podcast. I’m just starting to work my way through all the episodes. Thank you, James.
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The content focuses on the multifaceted narrative surrounding the Titanic disaster, fostering deeper understanding through expert testimonies and survivor accounts. Episodes often feature discussions that bridge historical research with personal stories, engaging listeners with varied perspectives on both well-known and obscure aspects of the tragedy. The podcast stands out for its methodological approach, treating the Titanic disaster as a continuing inquiry rather than a closed chapter in history. This allows for an immersive exploration of themes such as human behavior under duress, maritime safety advancements, and the evolving mythology of the Titanic in popular culture.
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Recent guests on Witness Titanic include:
1. Günter Bäbler
2. Riccardo Rosi
3. Frederick Barrett
4. Elizabeth Lines
5. Mike Brady
6. Colonel Archibald Gracie IV
7. Frederick Fleet
8. Roberto Prieto-Labrador
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