Witness Titanic
Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous Titanic disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night but you may be surprised to find how close our efforts will bring us to Titanic herself... Available wherever you listen to podcasts including:APPLE PODCASTShttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/witness-titanic/id1752229155SPOTIFYhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5uYfbYDPM1IwGczwIHH1BPYOUTUBESeason One Available @WitnessTitanicSeason Two Available @TitanicHGINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/witnesstitanicpod/PATREONhttps://www.pa...
24. Col. Archibald Gracie - First Class Passenger
OUR NEXT WITNESS AS VOTED ON BY PATRONS:
1st Class Passenger Archibald Gracie
Throughout the sinking, Archie crosses paths with Titanic's richest and most famous passengers, he remains onboard until the very end, and best of all... he might be responsible for the most outrageous Easter Egg in the 1997 film...
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never...
23. Matt DeWinkeleer, Nico Murgia & Peter Harwell - "THG" Researchers
RECORDED ONBOARD THE RMS QUEEN MARY
These researchers from TITANIC: HONOR AND GLORY not only work to recreate Titanic virtually, they were also the first three people in 38 years to see Titanic's most elusive artifact. This week, hear their testimony as they recount how they sparked the search for the lost "Diana of Versailles" statuette.
Visuals from this episode can be found on our instagram!
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Special thanks to RMS Titanic Inc. for taking us along for the 2024 Expedition.
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BONUS EPISODE - Titanic Podcasters' Roundtable - LIVE! onboard the RMS Queen Mary
"Witness Titanic" | "Titanic Talk" | "Titanic: Legacy" - three podcasts in one podcast? What is happening?!
Tune in for a very unique LIVE livestream from the RMS Queen Mary on Titanic Anniversary Weekend 2025... featuring: Alexandra Boyd & Nelson Aspen ("Titanic Talk" podcast), Paul Carganilla ("Titanic: Legacy" podcast), & James Penca ("Witness Titanic" podcast).
We had an amazing time honoring Titanic's 113th anniversary with so many amazing people from around the world! We enjoyed presentations from Titanic authors, actors, filmmakers, survivors' relatives, historians, and more (Check out all the details from the event at: www...
22. Frederick Fleet - Lookout
SEASON TWO, RIGHT AHEAD
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be surprised to find how close our efforts will bring us to TITANIC herself...
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<...The Inquiry Reconvenes
A short word from your Inquiry Chairman, James Penca about upcoming NEW EPISODES of WITNESS TITANIC!
Our first witness will be called to testify on April 16th!
Visit our new PATREON to see how you can listen to their testimony one week early!
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really...
21. "TITANIC" (1997) - Part Two
SEASON FINALE!!!!
Let's dive back in for the exciting conclusion of... James Cameron's 1997 film, "TITANIC."
Sync up this episode with the legendary movie to add historic commentary, decipher what is fact and what is fiction, and learn how survivor testimony inspired much of the film.
TITANIC movie super fans may not need to sync up the film to enjoy this week's episode, but watching and listening is still recommended.
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20. "TITANIC" (1997) - Part One
To wrap up season one of the podcast, we dive into the words of James Cameron's script for the 1997 film, "TITANIC." Sync up this episode with the legendary movie to add historic commentary, decipher what is fact and what is fiction, and learn how survivor testimony inspired much of the film.
TITANIC movie super fans may not need to sync up the film to enjoy this week's episode, but watching and listening is still recommended.
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19. Roberto Prieto-Labrador - Architectural Historian
Titanic existed in a time of class division and WILD interior design choices. This week, we speak to a Titanic enthusiast who happens to work with centuries-old buildings in the UK and has some fascinating explanations for why the classes look and feel the way they do.
THIS TESTIMONY HAS ACCOMPANYING VISUALS.
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18. Lawrence Beesley - Second Class Passenger - PART THREE
The exciting conclusion of Mr. Beesley's testimony takes us aboard the rescue ship Carpathia, includes the emotional arrival in New York, and Lawrence's thoughts on who is to blame for the loss of Titanic.
Lawrence's entire book can be found for free here:
https://www.gutenberg.org/files/6675/6675-h/6675-h.htm
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may n...
17. Mark Chirnside - Maritime Author
Have you ever wondered how much work goes into the writing of your favorite history books? This week, we are joined by celebrated maritime author Mark Chirnside for a look at the many road blocks and pitfalls that come with Titanic research.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never f...
16. Lawrence Beesley - Second Class Passenger - PART TWO
We rejoin Lawrence on the night of the disaster and hear - in his own words - of his escape from Titanic, and the sights and sounds that will stay with him forever.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be surprised to find how close our e...
15. Steve Hall - Titanic Author
This week, enjoy the testimony of renown Titanic author Steve Hall. Steve and James talk through Steve's extensive career, time travel and the infamous Titanic "Switch Theory."
For more on Steve and his work, visit his website https://stevehall.nl/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTURLLEll-w&t=2170s
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking...
14. Lawrence Beesley - Second Class Passenger - PART ONE
This week's witness is one of Titanic's most famous survivors. And as a Second Class passenger, he is also one of the most unique. In PART ONE, Lawrence Beesley's curious mind and tragic words take us aboard Titanic BEFORE the iceberg.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you m...
13. Alfred Crawford - Bedroom Steward
It was tradition onboard ships like Titanic to skip a certain unlucky number when labeling cabins, deckchairs, etc. Well, this practice clearly didn't make a difference, and it's officially October! So please enjoy episode THIRTEEN!
Last week we heard of Ella White's escape from Titanic including her frustrations with a pair of "Stewards" who didn't know how to row a lifeboat... This week, we hear from one of those Stewards...
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12. Ella White - First Class Passenger
It's well known that more women survived the Titanic disaster than men. But have you ever actually heard their story? Allow me to introduce you to Ella.
FEATURING KATIE JOHANTGEN AS THE VOICE OF THIS WEEK'S WITNESS
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be s...
Final Recording from Titanic Expedition 2024
It's been over a month since the 2024 Expedition to the Titanic wreck returned to Providence, RI with 2.2 million photos, 24 hours of HD footage and so much more. In this Bonus Episode of WITNESS TITANIC, James comes to us from the final day of the expedition to share what life was like on this historic trip.
Our inquiry continues next week when we call our first female survivor to take the stand.
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11. Diana of Versailles - Titanic's Newest Survivor
THIS EPISODE IS AVAILABLE IN VIDEO FORM ON YOUTUBE
VIEW PHOTOS OF DIANA HERE
Most of Titanic's lost saw their story come to an end in 1912. Diana of Versailles' story, however, was just beginning. Just last month, she was rediscovered after 112 years on the ocean floor, and though she may be an inanimate bronze statuette, she has so much to tell us.
This week, WITNESS TITANIC host James Penca dives into Diana's history, analyzes her new photographs, and recounts what it was like to witness her rediscovery during Expedition 2024.
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10. Rory Golden - Diver, Explorer
RECORDED FROM TITANIC EXPEDITION 2024!
For the first time on WITNESS TITANIC, we call to the stand someone who has TRULY witnessed Titanic with their own two eyes. Rory Golden is not only the funniest historian you'll ever meet but he has also dove to Titanic in a submersible three times! This week we talk about the ongoing expedition, what it's like to SEE Titanic and we share quite a few laughs.
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09. Dr. David Gallo - Oceanographer
RECORDED FROM TITANIC EXPEDITION 2024!
This week's witness is Dr. David Gallo, renown Oceanographer, Co-Leader of the 2024 Titanic Expedition, and accomplished lecturer on the world's oceans, climate change, and deep sea exploration. This episode was recorded onboard the research vessel of Expedition 2024 just hours before arrival above the Titanic wreck site.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we m...
08. Daniel Buckley - Third Class Passenger
In our final episode before our 2024 Expedition Episodes, let's venture into 3rd Class for the first time! Daniel defies the odds, tells us about those infamous 3rd Class gates and provides a little surprise that even I wasn't expecting!
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be s...
07. Tomasina Ray - Artifact Specialist
This week we interview Tomasina Ray, Director of Collections at RMS Titanic Inc. She literally witnesses Titanic every day as she oversees the 5,500 artifacts recovered by RMST. She is also a member of the 2024 Expedition team - but she doesn't know it at the time of recording!
Video of the interview available on YouTube!
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us...
06. Charles Lightoller - 2nd Officer - PART TWO
712 passengers and crew survived the Titanic disaster but only a handful did so after ending up in the freezing Atlantic waters. This week, witness the epic escape of one of those few.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be surprised to find how close our efforts w...
"LIVE" FROM ABOVE TITANIC
Hello from the Atlantic! No new episode this week so I recorded this quick mini-sode from the research vessel of Titanic Expedition 2024 to give you an idea of what it's like at 41.43 N 49.56 W. Things are going well out here, we are terribly busy but I'm doing my best to stay present and keep Witness Titanic episodes coming!
Next week we will continue the investigation with the conclusion of Officer Lightoller's testimony.
Full episodes recorded from the expedition begin with episode 09!
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05. Charles Lightoller - 2nd Officer - PART ONE
This week's witness is the most questioned of the 712 survivors. 2nd Officer Charles Lightoller remembers the sea trials, the delivery to Southampton, last-minute preparations and, of course, that fateful Sunday... but how truthful his memories are is cause for discussion!
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may b...
04. Mike Brady - Maritime Historian
Before he heads off on a trans-Atlantic voyage of his own, we hear from Mike Brady, the documentarian and illustrator behind the YouTube channel Oceanliner Designs. Join us as we talk through his list of ships that set the table for our great Titanic story.
Watch this episode on YouTube for video of the interview!
Visit Mike's channel here!
@OceanlinerDesigns
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the...
03. J. Bruce Ismay - First Class Passenger - PART TWO
Today we rejoin Ismay aboard Titanic for the collision, sinking and rescue. No Hollywood magic here. This is the Titanic disaster in a survivor's own words.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be surprised to find how close our efforts will bring us to TITANIC herself...
02. J. Bruce Ismay - First Class Passenger - PART ONE
Our inquiry's first witness is none other than Managing Director of the White Star Line and surviving first class passenger, Mr. J. Bruce Ismay. In PART ONE of his testimony, he relays his unique experiences from Titanic's conception to the night of the sinking.
Stay tuned for PART TWO when Ismay recounts the collision, sinking and rescue.
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old i...
01. The Inquiry Begins
This episode is available in video form on YouTube!
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Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a podcast where we interview witnesses of the infamous TITANIC disaster including modern experts, enthusiasts, and even the survivors of the sinking. Like the century-old inquiries that came before us, we may never fully determine what really happened on that cold April night, but you may be surprised to find how close our efforts will bring us to TITANIC herself...
Available wherever you listen
to podcasts including:
APPLE PODCASTS
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