In this episode of Keeping Watch, hosts Ed Peppitt and Melanie Charles bring you up to date with a roundup of lighthouse news. We welcome special guest Jeremy D'Entremont, a renowned author, historian, and host of the US Lighthouse Society's 'Lighthearted' podcast. They discuss various lighthouse-related topics, including Jeremy's extensive career, Scottish lighthouse keeper projects, lighthouse history, and personal stories from lighthouse keepers around the world.   This informative episode also explores Jeremy's passion for lighthouses, key moments from his podcast, and the enduring importance of preserving lighthouse history.   Key moments   01:05 Meet Jeremy D'Entremont 01:38 Lighthouse News Roundup 01:54 Gerald Butler's Wedding Announcement 03:00 Lighthouse Honeymoon Destinations 05:10 Photography Project by Connor Gault 08:14 Interview with Jeremy D'Entremont 14:23 Jeremy's Lighthouse Journey 16:08 Writing and Podcasting Adventures 30:43 Meeting the Light Keeper 31:31 Interview with Barry Porter 32:04 Rescue from Boone Island Lighthouse 33:47 Interview with Eric J. Dolin 35:10 Lighthouse Tours and Travels 39:24 Challenges in Lighthouse Preservation 49:06 Favorite Lighthouses and Future Plans 58:11 Conclusion and Podcast Promotion  

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