Captain's Log
The newsletter of Shipwrecks and Sea Dogs Podcast
A Tragic Loss for the Wreck Diving Community
I have sad news to report…Friend of the podcast, Joe Mazraani, unexpectedly passed away on July 29, 2025. Joe was a well-known and experienced shipwreck hunter and technical diver, President of Atlantic Wreck Salvage, Captain of the Dive Vessel Tenacious, and a respected attorney. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Atlantic Wreck Salvage has set up the Joe Mazraani Memorial Fund to promote shipwreck exploration and preservation of maritime history. If you would like to donate, please use the link below.
https://everloved.com/life-of/jospeh-mazraani/donate/?flow=202
On The Horizon
Last week’s episode brought you The Sinking of RMS Lusitania - Part 1, from the ship’s design and construction and service up until it was struck by a torpedo from German Submarine U-20. Part 2 is coming Tuesday, September 2. You will hear the of the struggle to survive aboard the helpless vessel, and the political fallout of the sinking. It was a controversial moment in history, coinciding with World War I, sparking fear and mistrust.
A Flotsam & Jetsam bonus episode will discuss the many conspiracy theories that surround the sinking of the Lusitania. Flotsam & Jetsam bonus episdoes are available to Officer’s Club members on Patreon and subscribers to Into History.
Coming soon, the Murder of Kim Wall. True crime and maritime history come together at full steam. Danish entrepreneur Peter Madsen built a private submarine, the UC3 in 2017, and invited journalist Kim Wall on board, to conduct an interview. Kim Wall was never seen alive again, and Madsen was arrested and convicted of her murder. Alfred Dockery of blueridgetruecrime.com joins me as my guest.
Captain Tom Kastle is a singer and folk musician, specializing in maritime songs. His experience as both a mariner and musician come together in a special way. Captain Kastle joins me to discuss his experiences as a mariner, performer, and the history of maritime music and sea shanties.
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