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Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 53 – Major Key Bridge Updates, an Interview w/ MDTA Chief Engineer Jim HarknessIn Episode 53 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, Mike and Kipp have special guest Jim Harkness, MDTA Chief Engineer on to discuss the current status of the Key Bridge demolition and his role in the project. This is a “can’t miss” interview with new and updated information on the Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild including a number of information sessions coming up for the general public. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-07-241h 22Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 52 - Mike Shipwatchers Hawaiian Shirt, American Cruise Lines, Key Bridge & Pride II UpdatesIn Episode 52, Mike debuts his Shipwatchers Hawaiian Shirt. The Pride of Baltimore II is in the Great Lakes, and Mike has updates on the Key Bridge Demo. There are also updates on the American Cruise Lines new Patriot Class ships and Lady Maryland in NYC. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-07-1846 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 51 - Francis Scott Key Buoy Ceremony Overview and Key Bridge Demolition to StartIn Episode 51, Kipp shows the ceremony provided by the National Park Service onboard the USCG William Tate during the Francis Scott Key Buoy Placement Ceremony in the Patapsco River. Mike also shows a video on the start of the Key Bridge demolition. Mike and Kipp also provide their weekly shipping updates in the Port of Baltimore. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-07-181h 04Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 50 - FSK Buoy Ceremony, Key Bridge Updates, and Working at the Port SeriesIn Episode 50, Mike is back and has Key Bridge and Pride of Baltimore II updates. Kipp gives an overview of his trip aboard the USCG William Tate for the Francis Scott Key Buoy Ceremony. Mike discusses the Port of Baltimore's "Working for the Port of Baltimore" Video Series. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-07-0548 min
Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 49 - Pride of Baltimore II Updates, USNS ships in port, WTTC Meeting, and the USCG YardIn Episode 49, Mike is on vacation and the Research Department is in the episode to help Kipp keep the "ship afloat". Kipp covers the latest updates of the Pride of Baltimore II and two USNS ships that have come to Baltimore. The Research Department gives an update of the June meeting of the WTTC Women's Traffic and Transportation Club of Baltimore. Kipp wraps up everything with the Change of Command Ceremony at the USCG Yard and Flag Day in the History Segment. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-06-2729 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 48 - Mike Honors Pfc. Pomeroy, Where is Pride II?, Stad Amsterdam, & Tradepoint TerminalsIn Episode 48, Mike honors Pfc. Pomeroy, the namesake of the USNS Pomeroy in a reading. The guys played "Where in the World is the Pride of Baltimore II this week?" and outlined the stops the ship will be making with a spaghetti map. There is video of the Stad Amsterdam as she left the Port of Baltimore this week. Mike also discusses this week's announcement by Tradepoint Terminals and their investment in a bulk conveyance system as well as a host of other headlines. Kipp covers both the US Chesapeake Flotilla and WW2 training in the Chesapeake Bay in...2025-06-121h 11Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 47 - LIVE Audio of ACL ConRo Ship Power Loss, Pride of Baltimore 2 is Great Lakes BoundIn Episode 47, Mike discusses the Pride of Baltimore II leaving for its summer stint in the Great Lakes as part of the Tall Ships America Challenge. Mike and Kipp go into detail with yet another cargo ship loosing power in the Patapsco River, including marine radio audio of the transactions. Mike talks about the Eruopa 2 Cruise Ship coming to Baltimore and there are some pictures and video of it. Mike also talks about a MARAD Ready Reserve Fleet ship that navigated up the channel to the harbor, and then right back out to Annapolis Anchorage. Kipp announces the upcoming...2025-06-0450 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 46 - Memorial Day, Maritime Day Recap, Interoceanic Corridor, and Pier 4 Locust Pt Closing?In Episode 46, Mike and Kipp recap the events from National Maritime Day for 2025, both on Pier 13 in Baltimore and at US DOT Headquarters in Washington DC. Mike gives updates to the M/V Lyulin loosing propulsion and changes to the MSC Empire Service. They both discuss a potential closure to Pier 4 at North Locust Point. Mike pulls out rail maps to explain the happenings around the Interoceanic Corridor and Kipp discusses Memorial Day in the History Segment. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-05-281h 16Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 45 - Another ship loses power in the port, MSC service ending, coal trains, and Maritime DayIn Episode 45, Mike provides information on the M/V Lyulin which lost power while underway this week as well as the announcement on MSC suspending service in the Port of Baltimore. Kipp discusses some of the supply chain changes that have taken place with the recent tariff changes as well as this year's upcoming National Maritime Day Commemoration. Mike plugs his upcoming Woodwind Sailings on History Monday cruise and Kipp addresses a Fresnel light and another bridge incident in the History Segment. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-05-1150 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 44 - National Maritime Day Preview, Key Buoy Prep, & Port of Baltimore Networking and StatsIn Episode 44, Mike has some "breaking news" for the Port of Baltimore right at the top of the show. You won't want to miss it! Mike covers the weekly truck transaction metrics. Mike and Kipp start their preview for this year's Port of Baltimore National Maritime Day commemoration coming up on May 18 with a video tour of the SS John W Brown onboard gift shop and discussions around the upcoming commemoration. Kipp summarized his recent meeting with the World Trade Center Institute Supply Chain Networking Group where Port of Baltimore Director Jonathan Daniels spoke. The Port of Baltimore hosted...2025-05-081h 04Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 43 - Mike has Pictures, New issue of the Port Magazine, and the Upcoming BPA Hiring EventIn Episode 43 Mike has a bunch of pictures to share on the port over the past week. He also goes through the latest edition of the Port of Baltimore Magazine with some specific areas of interest. Kipp goes into detail on the upcoming BPA Hiring Event on the CCBC Dundalk Campus on Thurs May 1. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-04-301h 10Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 42 - Key Bridge CommemorationIn Episode 42, Mike and Kipp review the events leading up to the Key Bridge Incident from a year ago, including an onsite visit to Ft. Armistead Park. Special thanks to Wesley Lapointe for the photography services. 2025-04-211h 28Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 42 - Francis Scott Key Bridge One Year Anniversary CommemorationIn Episode 42 Mike and Kipp commemorate the Francis Scott Key Bridge incident one year anniversary.2025-04-211h 28Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 41 - Interview with Colonel Estee Pinchasin and MITAGS Open HouseIn Episode 41, Mike and Kipp have a very special guest interview and was joined by former U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers Baltimore District Commander Colonel Estee Pinchasin who is known for her superior leadership during the Francis Scott Key Bridge incident response. She provides insight on her role during those operations as well as her role in leadership operations. This is a must see interview. Kipp also provides an overview of his visit to the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies recent open house on their campus in Linthicum Heights, MD. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-03-271h 21Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 40 - Upcoming Key Bridge MPT Special, Hoegh Aurora, WTTC Dinner recap, and upcoming eventsIn Episode 40 Mike mentions the upcoming MPT Maryland Public Television special on the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Mike and Kipp discuss the Hoegh Aurora making a stop at the Port of Baltimore and show some pictures of McAlister tugs and the container barge Columbia Freedom. Mike recaps the WTTC Women's Traffic and Transportation Club of Baltimore's March meeting with NSA - National Security Agency's Director of Logistics Colonel Estee Pinchasin, who is also the first female commander of Baltimore District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Kipp has a growing list of upcoming events and discusses a grain elevator...2025-03-191h 08Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 39 - Mike and Kipp's Field Trip to the Dredge BargeIn Episode 39 Mike and Kipp take the podcast on the road, or really on the water, courtesy of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Curtin Marine to tour the current dredge operations in the Patapsco River in the Port of Baltimore. This podcast includes some onsite video of dredge operations as well as a tour of the dredge vessel. Note: some audio quality issues exist with the dredge portion of the video due to the technical nature of operations and related noise, as well as some wind interference. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-03-111h 36Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 38 - Mike's State Resolutions, FTZ Zone 74, Pics of Howard St Tunnel and Bridge ConstructionIn Episode 38, We celebrate Mike being recognized by the State of Maryland with two resolutions read by the State House and Senate and also received a Citation by Anne Arundel County. Mike has some pictures of the current activity in the Howard Street Tunnel and Francis Scott Key Bridge construction. Mike also has a video of current dredge operations and the largest clamshell dredge in North America currently here is Baltimore. Kipp has a discussion on our local Foreign Trade Zone 74 and a history nugget on the B&O Railroad. Happy Shipwatching !! *** Watch the end for the bloopers reel...2025-03-021h 06Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 37 - Electric Rail Car, Sugar Shed, 2 Evergreens in Port, and the Port's Ro/Ro StatusIn Episode 37, Mike shows us some Port of Baltimore vessel pics of the Evergreen T-class ships in this week, of which one parked at Dundalk Marine Terminal for a short time. He also has some pics of the Domino Sugar Sugar Shed status and snow removal at the terminals. He also announced the first ever electric rail car mover out at Mid-Atlantic Terminals. Mike and Kipp have a discussion on the Port of Brunswick's claim of the No. 1 Ro/Ro operator on the East Coast. Kipp discusses the new CSX Amports agreement for transloading rail services at Fairfield Terminal...2025-02-161h 12Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 36 - Everything else that happened this week other than the Key Bridge design announcementIn Episode 36 Mike and Kipp recap everything else that took place other than the important Key Bridge replacement design replacement. This included the ILA agreement, Oxford Bellevue Ferry, Jonathan Daniels speaking at the BWI Business Partnership Breakfast, the USS Marinette at the US Naval Academy, and Liberty Ships in the history segment. Happy Shipwatching !!2025-02-101h 10Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 35 - Francis Scott Key Bridge Replacement Design Announced - With Pictures!In Episode 35 Mike and Kipp have a quick podcast episode after today's announcement by Maryland Governor Wes Moore of the design of the Francis Scott Key Bridge replacement. Today's announcement at Tradepoint Atlantic provided the first official glimpses of the new bridge. Happy Bridge Watching !!
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2025-02-0429 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 34 - Bay Bridge Decking video, dredging pics, and lots of Port of Baltimore news nuggetsIn Episode 34 Mike and Kipp have an extensive list of news nuggets over the past two weeks. Mike shows a video of the Bay Bridge redecking project as well as some pictures of dredging operations in the harbor. Mike also came across some pictures of the MS Dali after its repairs. The "Two Guys Talking Ship" also discuss the Consol Merger and the latest edition of the Port of Baltimore Magazine. Happy Shipwatching !!
2025-01-281h 00Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 33 - "Lashing through the snow", Port Dredging, the Dali is on the Move, what ILA strike?In Episode 33, Mike has some schematics of channel dredging and sings for us "Lashing through the Snow" (but not really). The Dali is now repaired and conducting sea trials. The ILA strike has been averted with some summary discussions. Mike and Kipp discuss local port job opportunities and available training as well as some upcoming dates of importance. Happy Shipwatching !!
2025-01-151h 06Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 32 - Port of Baltimore Year in Review, Snow Storm, and the Sugar ShedIn Episode 32 Mike gives us a "Year in Reiew" for the Port of Baltimore summarizing the major events in the port for the past year. Mike also has some images of snow removal at the terminals and the conveyor pipe equipment at the "new new new" sugar shed at Domino. Kipp gives us some updates to the upcoming ILA / USMX deadline of Jan 15th. Happy Shipwatching !!
2025-01-071h 10Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 31 - Key Bridge Demo ramping up after funding approved and some great ship pics this weekIn Episode 31 Mike discusses some updates related to the Key Bridge demo that include schematics of first phases of demo. Mike also shows some great photo shots from local professional marine photographers. Kipp has some history on Oakum Bay. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-12-291h 12Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 30 - Morning Menad RoRo vessel incident videoIn Episode 30, Mike has video from the livestream camera of the Morning Menad incident at Dundalk Terminal last week with narration. Also Mike and Kipp discuss the Dali crew members still here in Baltimore, the ILA strike part 2 and initial discussions on Congress passing legislation for the Key Bridge rebuild. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-12-231h 05Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 29 - RoRo Ship collides with Dundalk Terminal berth and the ILA Strike Part 2
In Episode 29, Mike provides information on the RoRo ship Morning Menad and her attempts to dock at Dundalk Marine Terminal with some cool graphics to explain. Mike and Kipp discuss the funding bills in US Congress in support of funding for the Key Bridge rebuild. And with the ILA Strike Part 2, Kipp and Mike discuss everything that is going on leading up to January 15th. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-12-131h 07Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 28 - Helen Bentley's Birthday, Sauerkraut, Dali lawsuits, and Thanksgiving at the PortIn Episode 28, Mike and Kipp discuss the legacy of Helen Delich Bentley at her 101st birthday this week. Mike had Kipp do some homework and came up with a list of the various lawsuits surrounding the Dali incident. In the Port of Baltimore History segment, Kipp discusses the connection between sauerkraut, Thanksgiving, and the Port of Baltimore. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-11-301h 02Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 27 - Unusual ships, Portside Party, Local Ferry, Key and Bay Bridge, WBAL and ILA and more
In Episode 27, we are not sure how Mike and Kipp were able to pack so much into this episode - there was so much that happened in the Port of Baltimore since the last episode. Mike gives us our weekly shipping update and discusses the NS Savannah open house tours, another unusual ship calls on the port, and he gives us an overview of the Sail Baltimore Portside Party. Kipp gives some info on the Oxford Bellevue Ferry. Mike and Kipp discuss the Bay Bridge replacement status and wow they showed a concept of the replacement Key Bridge. They...2024-11-191h 14Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 26 - Two unique ships call on the port, dredging announcement, and shipwatchers calendarsIn Episode 26, Mike and Kipp discuss a number of unique ships that called on the Port of Baltimore this week. There was a big dredging announcement by the Army Corps of Engineers, and Helen Bentley makes the history segment. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-11-1058 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 25 - Cranes on Ships and Doublestacking out of SeagirtIn Episode 25, Mike and Kipp take a look at the gantry crane ships in port this week and further discuss the new double stack rail operations out of Seagirt Terminal, due to a new temporary agreement with CSX and Norfolk Southern around the Howard Street Tunnel project. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-11-031h 13Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 24 - Special Guest: Nan Nawrocki Sail Baltimore & Double Stack Rail out of Seagirt next weekIn Episode 24, Mike and Kipp interview Nan Nawrocki, Executive Director of Sail Baltimore. If you like the tall ships that visit Baltimore and the Fleet Week events, you will not want to miss this discussion. Also - Breaking News with new agreements between CSX and Norfolk Southern to allow double stack container intermodal operations with containers leaving Seagirt Terminal starting next week. Some smiling ships, special events and history nuggets to round out the episode. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-10-251h 18Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 23 - What!?!? a ship lost its anchor in the Chesapeake Bay?In Episode 23, Mike has breaking news on a ship that lost its anchor in the Chesapeake Bay and an overview of the current status of the Key Bridge project status. Mike and Kipp discuss the dredging decisions at the new SPCT and Kipp updates us on the John W Brown Ghost Ship and his history nugget. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-10-171h 03Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 22 - ILA Strike Ends, Tsao Key Bridge Watch, and you have to see the blooper reel !In Episode 22, Mike and Kipp discuss the ILA Strike ending Thursday evening and recapping all of the strike events. Mike provides more information on the ARC Endeavor reflagging and some amazing Key Bridge Watches being designed and made by Tsao Baltimore Watch Company. And OMG Mike and Kipp have a hilarious blooper reel that you have to see. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-10-0640 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 21 - Port Shipping Updates, the USCG Eagle is back, and Mike and Kipp discuss Sal's podcast
In Episode 21, Mike gives us an update of truck transaction metrics leading into the impeding ILA strike on Oct 1. He also updates us on the ARC ship flagging and the USCG coming to the Coast Guard Yard this week. Mike and Kipp discuss Sal Mercogliano's What's Up With Shipping Podcast on the investigation reports from the Dali with some specific details leading up to the Key Bridge incident. Kipp reminds us of the upcoming Ghost Ship fundraiser event hosted by the SS John W Brown. He also attended the Port of Baltimore Federal Agency Day at the Cruise Terminal...2024-09-291h 15Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 20 - With the Dali, ILA Strike, the bridge and everything else, there is too much to list
In Episode 20 Mike and Kipp seem to be all over the place with so much happening in the Port of Baltimore the past couple weeks. The SS John W Brown has their Ghost Ship Fundraiser coming up, the Dali and her sister ships are in the news again this week, continued strong returns with truck transaction metrics, everyone is looking forward to October 1 for a potential ILA strike, so a number of discussion points for this week. Happy Shipwatching !!2024-09-221h 23Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 19 - The Dali Prepares to Sail, a Potential ILA Strike, and 9/11 Port History
In Episode 19, Mike gives us our weekly shipping and truck transaction updates, as well as updates to the Curtis Bay shiploader. The Dali is currently involved in inspections in preparation to sail to China. Some light discussions on the John W Brown Ghostship. Kipp and Mike discuss the current state of the ILA contract negotiation and potential strike. Kipp gives us some 9/11 related Port of Baltimore history and connections. Happy Shipwatching !! #POB #portofbaltimore #chesapeakebay #shipping #shipwatching
2024-09-1052 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 18 - Key Bridge Kiewit Announcement and candid thoughts on the weekend JWB TripIn Episode 18, Mike and Kipp break down the announcement by MDOT on the selection of Kiewit to head up the Key Bridge replacement. They also give their candid thoughts about last weekend's trip aboard the SS John W Brown on its way back to Pier 13 in Baltimore. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-08-3055 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 17 - Aboard the SS John W Brown before a live studio audience! Mike and Kipp on the road.
In Episode 17 Mike and Kipp take a trip on the SS John W. Brown Project Liberty Ship and her voyage back to Baltimore from Norfolk. This is a first for the Shipwatchers Podcast - first podcast on a Liberty Ship and first time with a live studio audience. I apologize for any audio issues due to the studio location inside the ship's cargo hold. There are some great stories of the Brown's crew. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-08-2658 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 16 - Wallenius Marine, Curtis Bay Coal Boom, Key Bridge, John W Brown, and some historyIn Episode 16, Mike and Kipp discuss a variety of items, including the Wallenius Marine ship, an incident at the Curtis Bay coal terminal, some Dali pictures from this week, quick updates on the Brown and the Key Bridge, and starting a new segment on the Port of Baltimore history. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-08-171h 04Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 15 - Key Bridge demo news, John W Brown repairs, RR Fleet, and T-Class Evergreen shipsIn Episode 15, Mike provides us with some updates on the Key Bridge Demolition meeting this week and shows us some pictures of the repairs from the John W Brown. Mike and Kipp discuss the T-Class ships within the Evergreen line and the recent moves within the Baltimore based Ready Reserve Fleet. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-08-101h 13Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 14 - Ready Reserve Fleet, STS Cranes, Key Bridge Meeting, and updates on the John W BrownIn Episode 14 Mike and Kipp discuss the Ready Reserve Fleet in Baltimore, new STS cranes to be manufactured in the US under a new agreement, a Key Bridge demolition meeting coming up, and updates to the John W Brown down in Norfolk. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-08-0154 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 13 - Ro/Ro East Coast Competition, Ready Reserve Fleet movements, and Key Bridge updatesIn Episode 13, Mike and Kipp discuss some east coast competition in the Ro/Ro industry, some movements with the Baltimore based Ready Reserve Fleet, and some Key Bridge design updates. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-07-2856 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 12 - John W Brown Updates, Dali work, port truck transactions, and a special announcementIn Episode 12, Mike covers this week's shipping updates, port truck transactions and pics from the Dali this week in Norfolk. Kipp and Mike update us on the John W Brown also currently in Norfolk and an offshore wind cable manufacture coming to Baltimore. Mike also has a major guest speaker announcement for Episode 13.2024-07-2051 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 11 - Weekly Shipping Update with the John W Brown, Key Bridge Demo, Hazmats, and
In Episode 11, Mike gets us up to date on the ships in the port. They discuss the John W Brown's trip to Norfolk for repairs and break down what is really meant by "bridge demo with explosives" for removing the existing Key Bridge structure. Kipp discusses visiting MITAGS this week leading educators on a professional development, where the ship simulator navigated under the FSK Bridge as if it was still standing. Finally a brief discussion on HAZMAT items and the Harbor Tunnels. Happy Shipwatching!
2024-07-141h 14Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 10 - Key Bridge updates, Another ship looses power, Sugar Shed pics, and some 4th of July historyIn Episode 10, Mike gives some updates to the Key Bridge contract and some pictures of the Domino Sugar Shed construction. Kipp and Mike discuss some breaking news - another ship looses power in the Port of Baltimore. The 4th of July has lots of historical importance in the Port, but it also includes the B&O Railroad - listen to find out. Happy Shipwatching !2024-07-0758 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 9 - The Dali leaves the Port of Baltimore, what's happening with the John W. Brown Liberty Ship, and the International Day of the SeafarerIn Episode 9, Mike provides some updates on the Dali leaving the Port of Baltimore this week on its way to Norfolk and some NTSB updates on their preliminary report. Kipp provides some updates on the John W. Brown Liberty Ship with their upcoming drydocking and Sea Cadet training. The team also discussed the International Day of the Seafarer. Happy Shipwatching!2024-06-291h 21Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 8 - Guest Interview Alex Giles, an exciting On Location report on the Dali, and Kipp redeems himselfIn Episode 8 we have an exciting Guest Interview with Alexander Giles on a legal related topics around the MV Dali. Mike & Kipp go On Location at Pier 13 to check on the Dali, and Kipp redeems himself from last week's dad joke. Happy Shipwatching! 2024-06-221h 23Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 7 - Fleet Week Overview, Domino Sugar and Mike zings Kipp with a good one
In Episode 7 Mike gives us updates on the continuing bridge cleanup efforts with the federal channel fully open, updates on the Domino Sugar shed rebuild, and the bridge RFP process. Kipp provides some explanations on the RFP, an overview of the various ship tours available this weekend for Maryland Fleet Week, and promotes Vane Brothers upcoming hiring event. Plus, Mike provides us comic relief in celebration of Fathers' Day.....and he zings Kipp, the "king of dad jokes" with a good one. Happy Ship Watching!2024-06-141h 04Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 6 - Shipwatchers' First Guest Interview and Fleet WeekIn Episode 6 Mike and Kipp have a special guest, the Rev. Josh Messick, Executive Director of the Baltimore International Seafarer's Center in Baltimore. Mike also provides some quick updates to next week's ship watching and Kipp provides some information on Fleet Week. Happy Shipwatching !!
2024-06-071h 03Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 5-b - Memorial Day remembrance, Key Buoy, and an RFP
In this episode, named 5-b as the first version of episode 5 had technical issues, Mike provides some updates and pictures of the Dali ship operations and a discussion on Memorial Day remembrance related to the port. Kipp provides an overview and mini-history lesson on the Francis Scott Key Buoy...and the discussion on whether the buoy marks the actual spot of the ship that evening in 1814. The RFP is out for the Key Bridge replacement. Happy Ship Watching!
2024-06-011h 00Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 4 - Mike goes on a field trip and National Maritime DayIn episode 4, Mike talks about the Shipwatchers Group Field Trip to Domino Sugar and Kipp recaps the National Maritime Day Commemorations at both the Port of Baltimore and at US Department of Transportation headquarters. Mike also provides an update on ships in the harbor and the federal channel clearing. Happy Shipwatching!2024-05-2541 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 3 - BPA Meeting Review and National Maritime DayIn Episode 3 Mike gives an overview of the recent Baltimore Port Alliance meeting and current updates of the Key Bridge project. Kipp provides an overview of the upcoming National Maritime Day Commemoration on Sunday, May 19th. 2024-05-1846 minBaltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastEpisode 2 - BISC and the upcoming key explosionOn this week's episode, Mike and Kipp discuss on some of this weeks' events in the Port of Baltimore. The work continues to remove the portion of the Key Bridge resting on the Dali and the "explosive" efforts coming to do so. Mike provides an overview of the recent work the BISC has been critical to the mariners stuck in our port. Kipp discusses some upcoming Port of Baltimore history topics. Happy Shipwatching!2024-05-1242 min
Baltimore and Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers PodcastThe Baltimore & Chesapeake Bay Ship Watchers now have a Podcast!In this episode, Mike Singer and Kipp Snow make the announcement of the Baltimore & Chesapeake Bay Ship Watcher's Podcast, a weekly broadcast of all "ship things" around the Port of Baltimore.2024-05-0608 min
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First Chair: PSIA-AASI Podcast06.27.22: Former PSIA Alpine Team Coach Mike Porter Remembers Ron LeMasterFirst Chair catches up with former PSIA Alpine Team Coach Mike Porter who pays tribute to the mastery of Ron LeMaster. Ron served as an icon in the industry as an author, innovator, and consummate professional – whether on snow coaching athletes or shooting photos and videos of the best the sport of skiing produced. He was honored posthumously with PSIA-AASI’s Educational Excellence Award.
Nominators for Ron’s recognition included current PSIA Alpine Team Coach Michael Rogan; U.S. Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame member and Alpine Team alumna Ellen Post Foster; and presenters Carol Levine (former Alpine Team member), Mike P...2022-06-2716 min