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Review It YourselfSaving The Titanic (2012) Part Two with Clifford IsmaySean and Cliff continue their in-depth review of the 2012 TV Film 'Saving The Titanic'. The film focused upon the Engineers and Firemen, who fought to save the ship.With a podcast sting from the fantastic Marv at 'Pods Like Us'.Chapters:1:48 Titanic's Youngest Crew Members4:59 The Engineers Behind the Ship8:35 Cliff's future writing projects11:54 The Role of Music on Titanic20:21 The Dilemma of Survival30:18 Cliff's Book on Bruce Ismay40:42 Upcoming Spooky ProjectsThanks for Listeni...
2025-08-2441 min
Review It YourselfSaving The Titanic (2012) Part One with Clifford IsmaySean is once again joined by author of 'Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called The Coward of Titanic', Clifford Ismay.Cliff brings his life experience as an electrician to bear during this in-depth review of the 2012 TV Film 'Saving The Titanic'. The film focused upon the Engineers and Firemen, who fought to save the ship.-The book which Sean references is 'Titanic: The Unfolding Story', by Carol King and Richard Havers, published by Haynes Publishing in 2011.-The ship which Sean was trying to think...
2025-08-2440 min
Titanic: Ship of Dreams12. Committed to the DeepWhite Star dispatch a funeral ship to begin recovering Titanic’s dead. The surviving crew return to Britain and try to move on with their lives. For one senior officer, Titanic is but a chapter in a barely believable life. Sailors in the North Atlantic search for the iceberg that sank the ship of dreams. And, decades later, descendants of those lost pay their respects…
A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.
Featuring Josyann Abisaab, Stephanie Barczewski, Jerome Chertkoff, Clifford Ismay, Tim Maltin, Stephen McGann, Susie Millar, Claes-Göran W...
2025-06-171h 03Titanic: Ship of Dreams11. The Titanic InquiryBruce Ismay takes the stand in New York. Titanic’s crew members close ranks, dodging difficult questions from the senators. The ‘money boat’ survivors are given a grilling. And as a second investigation gathers pace in London, newspaper editors on both sides of the Atlantic continue the search for heroes and villains...
A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.
Featuring Stephanie Barczewski, Jerome Chertkoff, Julian Fellowes, Veronica Hinke, Clifford Ismay, Tim Maltin, Stephen McGann, Claes-Göran Wetterholm.
Written by Duncan Barrett | Produced by Miriam...
2025-06-1059 minTitanic: Ship of Dreams10. Safe at Last…As RMS Carpathia arrives on the scene Titanic’s survivors are hauled aboard. Bruce Ismay retreats to a private cabin, refusing to speak to his fellow passengers. Rumours swirl on land as word of the disaster reaches New York and Washington. Titanic’s radio operator gets a life changing offer. And as Carpathia approaches Manhattan, the press are already figuring where to pin the blame…
A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.
Featuring Josyann Abisaab, Stephanie Barczewski, Jerome Chertkoff, James Delgado, Ray Hanania, Veronica Hinke, Clifford Ismay, Tim Maltin...
2025-06-031h 04
Titanic : LegacyTitanic Family Gathering - Survivors' Family Roundtable 2Join us for an epic live-streamed virtual gathering of six family members of Titanic survivors:Helen Benziger - Great-Granddaughter of 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown' [Margaret Tobin Brown]Michael Goldsmith - Grandson of Frank John William GoldsmithAngela Harris - Niece (through marriage) of crew members Alberto and Sebastiano PeracchioClifford Ismay - 5th Cousin of J. Bruce IsmayJean Legg - Daughter of Titanic's last surviving steward Sydney DanielsLaura Decker Ward - Granddaughter of Titanic's youngest bride Celiney Alexander Yasbeck
2025-05-2058 minTitanic: Ship of Dreams8. Every Man for HimselfWith Titanic about to plunge beneath the waves, those left behind must decide what to do with the few precious minutes remaining. Two men are shot for disobeying orders. And Bruce Ismay makes one of the most controversial decisions in the entire Titanic story…
A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.
Featuring Josyann Abisaab, Stephanie Barczewski, Jerome Chertkoff, James Delgado, Julian Fellowes, Clifford Ismay, Tim Maltin, Stephen McGann, Susie Millar, Claes-Göran Wetterholm.
Special thanks to Southampton Archives, Culture and Tourism for the use...
2025-05-2056 min
Titanic : LegacyQUICK NOTE : JOIN US - Virtual Titanic Family GatheringYo! Saturday, May 10, 2025 , 10am Pacific ... GET IN HERE!Join us for an epic live-streamed virtual gathering of six family members of Titanic survivors:Helen Benziger - Great-Granddaughter of 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown' [Margaret Tobin Brown]Michael Goldsmith - Grandson of Frank John William GoldsmithAngela Harris - Niece (through marriage) of crew members Alberto and Sebastiano PeracchioClifford Ismay - 5th Cousin of J. Bruce IsmayJean Legg - Daughter of Titanic's last surviving steward Sydney DanielsLaura Decker Ward - Granddaughter of Titanic's youngest bride Celiney Alexander YasbeckJulie...
2025-05-0905 min
Titanic : LegacyDay 129 : 8 May | "Titanic: Day By Day: 366 Days with the Titanic" by Simon Medhurst"Day 129" of Simon Medhurst's book, "Titanic: Day By Day: 366 Days with the Titanic" - available through Pen and Sword Books. Produced in audio format for "Titanic: Legacy", the podcast.Join us in honoring those lost, the survivors, and loved ones of the RMS Titanic’s passengers and crew by making these excerpts a part of your weekly routine. Subscribe to “Titanic: Legacy” today on your favorite podcast platform, or on YouTube @SimonMedhurstTitanic.Voices featured in this episode (in order of reading): Simon Medhurst, Paul Carganilla, Kelly Skwarcan, Craig Jackman, Clifford Ismay, Jamie Carganilla, & Amanda Benjamin....
2025-05-0805 minTitanic: Ship of Dreams5. The Moment of ImpactFirst Officer Murdoch takes evasive action, attempting to swerve around the iceberg. As Titanic sustains multiple hull breaches, water starts flooding in. As chaos engulfs the engine room, Jimmy McGann and his pals do their best to shut down the engines. And the two wireless operators broadcast their first ever SOS…A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.Featuring Stephanie Barczewski, Julian Fellowes, Clifford Ismay, Tim Maltin, Stephen McGann, Susie Millar.Special thanks to Southampton Archives, Culture and Tourism for the use of th...
2025-04-1540 minTitanic: Ship of Dreams4. Iceberg Dead AheadA retirement party is held in Captain Smith’s honour. But as ice warnings come in over the radio, he must decide what to do about them. The richest man on board and his mistress do their best to dodge scandal. Titanic’s engines are put through their paces, as passengers place bets on how fast the ship can go. And at 11.39pm, on Sunday April 14th, something large is spotted, dead ahead…A Noiser podcast production.Narrated by Paul McGann.Featuring Stephanie Barczewski, Jerome...
2025-04-121h 01Titanic: Ship of Dreams3. Into the Atlantic…Titanic stops off in France and Ireland to pick up more passengers, and wine. Economic migrants from Sweden and the Middle East come on board, setting out for a new life in America. Dinner is served, as Titanic’s very own ‘ice man’ helps out with cocktails and desserts. And the passengers settle down to their first night at sea. But one woman - wracked with dread - has no intention of sleeping…A Noiser podcast production. Narrated by Paul McGann.Featuring Josyann Abisaab, Stephanie...
2025-04-1146 minTitanic: Ship of Dreams2. Bad Luck Comes in ThreesTitanic is cleared for departure, but no one tells the inspector that a fire is raging in one of the coal bunkers. Extra lifeboats are proposed then rejected, as the first and only lifeboat drill takes place. White Star boss J. Bruce Ismay makes himself at home in his deluxe suite, as Titanic’s first-class facilities are unveiled in all their glory. And on the way out of Southampton Harbour there’s a nail-biting near miss. One that almost scuppers the maiden voyage before it’s begun…A Noiser podcast production. Nar...
2025-04-0946 min
Review It Yourself'Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called The Coward of Titanic' (2022 Book) with Author Clifford IsmaySean is joined by author of 'Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called The Coward of Titanic', Clifford Ismay, to look into J. Bruce Ismay.Bruce Ismay was the Chairman of The White Star Line, who became infamous for getting into a lifeboat and surviving the sinking of the Titanic. But are things as one-sided as people think?Listen in to this riveting discussion as Cliff and Sean bring their own insights into the debate.They discuss:-Thomas Henry Ismay and his relationship...
2025-04-051h 03
Titanic : LegacyTitanic Family Roundtable : Helen Benziger, Clifford Ismay, & Simon Medhurst"Titanic: Legacy" host Paul Carganilla sits down with three family members of famous Titanic survivors:- Helen Benziger, Great-Granddaughter of Margaret Tobin Brown ("The Unsinkable Molly Brown")- Clifford Ismay, 5th-cousin twice-removed of White Star Line Managing Director J. Bruce Ismay- Simon Medhurst, Great-Grandson of Titanic Quartermaster Robert HichensThe conversation revolves around Titanic inspiration and the importance of carrying the legacy of these important Titanic icons.Clifford Ismay's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/bpqgsytSimon Medhurst's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7d03wmc...
2024-11-0548 min
Titanic : LegacyClifford Ismay - Author | "Understanding J Bruce Ismay""Titanic: Legacy" Podcast Host Paul Carganilla sits down with author Clifford Ismay to talk about Titanic, inspiration, and his book: "Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called 'The Coward of Titanic'".ABOUT "Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called 'The Coward of Titanic'":Following the Titanic disaster, Bruce Ismay was savaged by both the British and American press for deserting the ship while women and children were still on board. Some papers called him the 'Coward of the Titanic' or 'J. Brute Ismay', and suggested the...
2024-05-2833 min
If It Ain't Baroque...Titanic: Understanding J. Bruce Ismay with Clifford IsmayToday’s episode features an interview with the author Clifford Ismay,whose book ‘Understanding J. Bruce Ismay’ tells us the story of man who is usually presented as a villain of the Titanic Story, but as we’ll see, this is far from the truth.Please find Cliff's book here:https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/understanding-j-bruce-ismay/Please see some of our favourite books on the topic of Titanic:https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Titanic-Day-by-Day-366-days-with-the-Titanic-Hardback/p/21148/aid/1238https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/Shadow-of-the-Titanic/Andrew-Wilson/9781847398826htt...
2024-04-1356 min
History BoizThe Titanic Part 3Join us for part three, the final episode of our series on the Titanic! With the sinking of the Titanic, the public at large had questions. How could this unsinkable ship sink? What happened? Who was to blame? Inquiries were made by both the United States and Britain to get to the bottom of it. We’ll also talk about what happened to notable survivors after the sinking of the Titanic. Sources: Bonsall, Thomas E. Titanic: The Story of the Great White Star Line Trio: The Olympic, the Titanic and the Brittanic. Gallery Books, 1987.
Grane, Thomas C., director. Titanic: 25 Years La...
2023-05-212h 14
The Derek Duvall ShowEpisode 147: Clifford Ismay - Author & HistorianOn this "Titanic - Sized" episode, Derek sits with acclaimed Author and Historian, Clifford Ismay. Clifford is the author of, “Understanding J. Bruce Ismay - The True Story of the Man They called The Coward of the Titanic”, which gives new evidence into removing the vilification of J. Bruce Ismay, former President of the White Star Line and a 1st Class Passenger and Survivor of the RMS Titanic sinking. Clifford is also a former Governor for the Titanic Heritage Trust and is a member of the British Titanic Society.Twitter: https://twitter.com/cliffismay?lang=enInstag...
2023-04-2735 min
Titanic TalklineClifford Ismay: Understanding J. Bruce Ismay, The Coward of TitanicCliff Ismay joins me this week to talk about his relative, Joseph Bruce Ismay, and the journey he took to discovering the man he became throughout his life, and beyond Titanic.Be sure to follow Cliff all over the internet!@CliffIsmay on TwitterUnderstanding J Bruce Ismay on Facebookismay_titanic on IGTad Fitch's websiteBe sure to like and subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform!@TitanicTalkine on TwitterTitanicTalkline on FacebookTitanicTalkline on IG
2023-02-2558 min