Unsinkable: The Titanic Podcast

Unsinkable: The Titanic Podcast

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The Archibald Gracies: A Bizarrely Complex American Legacy (Part Two)

Today's episode dives even deeper into the fascinating but complex familial history of Archibald Gracie IV, one of the most well-documented survivors of the Titanic disaster. We'll explore the layers of his lineage and how he viewed it, from his questionable passion for a Confede ...  Show more

The Archibald Gracies: A Bizarrely Complex American Legacy (Part One)

The Gracie family, starting with its original Scottish immigrant Archibald, built a shipping empire in 18th and 19th century America--New York to Alabama--that profoundly shaped economic development. But their wealth was deeply entangled with the slave trade, its plantation econo ...  Show more

Has Titanic's Legacy Fallen Prey to Late-Stage Capitalism?

Happy 2026! Join me in a new season as I take a look at Titanic's historiography, changing legacy, and questions of its over-commodification. Feel free to reach out with feedback!All of the books I recommend can be found here, where you can purchase and support the podcast + loca ...  Show more

From Iconic Ship to Iconic Ship: Author Richard Stone on Project Mayflower and its Titanic Connections

Join author Richard Stone and myself as we discuss his work Project Mayflower: Building and Sailing a 17th Century Replica--a detailed and important dive into the legacy of the Mayflower and how its replica (a joint venture between the US and the UK) has also resonated for severa ...  Show more

A "What If" Mega-sode! w/ Pablo O'Hana

Come along as we unpack a veritable grab-bag of "what if" questions, some submitted by listeners! These are questions that perhaps can't warrant their own episode but are important to address nonetheless.Thanks to Pablo as always and to you, the listeners, for being here!Support ...  Show more