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The Gripping Tale of Captain James Riley and the Shipwreck of Commerce Part 2 | E118
In this episode of the Crux True Survival Story Podcast, host Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh delve into the harrowing tale of Captain James Riley and his crew shipwrecked off the coast of Northern Africa in 1815. Facing relentless hardships including slavery, starvation, and forced labor in the Sahara Desert, Riley's unbroken spirit and strategic relationships play crucial roles in securing their release. This narrative explores the extremes of human endurance and the complex dynamics of ransom negotiations, showcasing Riley's unwavering leadership and resourcefulness in dire situations. Their journey inspired historical literary works and impacted notable figures like Abraham Lincoln.
00:00 Introduction to the Crux True Survival Story Podcast
00:24 The Harrowing Tale of Captain James Riley
01:00 The Struggles and Despair of the Crew
02:00 Captain Riley's Bold Plan for Ransom
05:31 The Journey to the Moroccan Coast
09:35 The Dramatic Rescue and Aftermath
13:51 The Legacy of James Riley
18:57 Conclusion and Listener Engagement
Email us! We love hearing from listeners! [email protected]
https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/
Get schooled by Julie Henningsen in outdoor wilderness medicine https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/
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By Kaycee McIntosh, Julie Henningsen, Bleav
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In this episode of the Crux True Survival Story Podcast, host Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh delve into the harrowing tale of Captain James Riley and his crew shipwrecked off the coast of Northern Africa in 1815. Facing relentless hardships including slavery, starvation, and forced labor in the Sahara Desert, Riley's unbroken spirit and strategic relationships play crucial roles in securing their release. This narrative explores the extremes of human endurance and the complex dynamics of ransom negotiations, showcasing Riley's unwavering leadership and resourcefulness in dire situations. Their journey inspired historical literary works and impacted notable figures like Abraham Lincoln.
00:00 Introduction to the Crux True Survival Story Podcast
00:24 The Harrowing Tale of Captain James Riley
01:00 The Struggles and Despair of the Crew
02:00 Captain Riley's Bold Plan for Ransom
05:31 The Journey to the Moroccan Coast
09:35 The Dramatic Rescue and Aftermath
13:51 The Legacy of James Riley
18:57 Conclusion and Listener Engagement
Email us! We love hearing from listeners! [email protected]
https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/
Get schooled by Julie Henningsen in outdoor wilderness medicine https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/
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