The CRUX: True Survival Stories

Swallowed by Sandy: The Hollywood Ship's Last Voyage and the Heroes Who Saved Its Crew | E 152


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In this episode of 'The Crux True Survival Story Podcast,' medical professionals and wilderness survival enthusiasts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh recount the dramatic tale of the Coast Guard's rescue of the HMS Bounty crew during Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. The episode delves into the fateful decisions made by Captain Robin Walbridge, the harrowing experiences of the 16 crew members, and the heroic efforts of Coast Guard rescue swimmers Randy Haba and Daniel Todd. Sadly, the disaster resulted in the loss of Captain Walbridge and crew member Claudene Christian. Through detailed storytelling, the episode highlights both the human capacity for error and acts of extraordinary bravery.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:31 Setting the Scene: Hurricane Sandy
01:12 Captain Walbridge's Decision
01:43 The HMS Bounty: A Star of the Sea
02:56 Facing the Storm: Crew and Challenges
07:03 The Coast Guard to the Rescue
08:56 Survival in the Water
10:49 Rescue Operations Begin
13:15 The Heroic Efforts of Rescue Swimmers
16:55 Chaos in the Waves
17:11 Todd's Heroic Efforts
18:32 Aerial Ballet: Helicopter Pilots' Challenge
19:48 Tragic Losses and Near Misses
21:49 Claudine Christian: A Fascinating Character
25:05 The Aftermath and Investigation
30:30 Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts
32:08 Podcast Outro and Listener Engagement

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