Witness Titanic

By James Penca

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

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The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

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December 13, 2024 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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Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
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1h 32min
December 05, 2024 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.

Send me a message!
Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
1h 60min
November 27, 2024 19. Roberto Prieto-Labrador - Architectural Historian
THIS TESTIMONY HAS ACCOMPANYING VISUALS.
Visit @jamespenca on Instagram to see the images provided by the witness.

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.
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Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
46min
November 20, 2024 18. Lawrence Beesley - 2nd 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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Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
51min
November 06, 2024 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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Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
47min
October 31, 2024 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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Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
59min
October 22, 2024 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/

THIS EPISODE IS AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE WITH A VIDEO OF THE INTERVIEW!

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...
Send me a message!
Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
45min
October 08, 2024 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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Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
55min
October 01, 2024 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...

Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a new 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...
Send me a message!
Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
39min
September 24, 2024 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

Welcome to WITNESS TITANIC, a new 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...
Send me a message!
Hosted by James Penca

Theme: Songe d'automne - Archibald Joyce
Recorded by Ege M. Erdogan (@egecomposer)

Titanic questions or corrections?
[email protected]

For more Titanic history, visit
www.discovertitanic.com
or
www.titanichg.com
...more
39min

FAQs about Witness Titanic:

How many episodes does Witness Titanic have?

The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.

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