Ships of the Sea

Dee Daniels Media Podcast Network

Step into the story of Savannah—through the lens of the water that built it. The Ships of the Sea Podcast, hosted by Executive Director Molly Carrott Taylor and produced by Dee Daniels Media, explores the people, ships, and industries that shaped one of America’s most historic port cities. From the groundbreaking voyage of the Steamship Savannah to the modern-day movement of massive cargo ships along the Savannah River, each episode uncovers the stories behind maritime history—past and present. You’ll hear from historians, industry experts, artists, and locals whose lives connect to the water in surprising ways. Along the way, we’ll also take you inside the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, where history, community, and creativity come together in the heart of Savannah. Whether you’re a history lover, a coastal explorer, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes of a global port city, this podcast opens the door. Discover the stories. Explore the past. See Savannah from a whole new perspective.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    What Does a Stevedore Do? Inside Container Ship Loading at the Port of Savannah

    On the Ships of the Sea podcast, host Molly Taylor interviews Savannah Stevedore and operations manager Carter Hubbard about what stevedores do: plan and manage the execution of loading and unloading ships in coordination with the International Longshoremen’s Association, steamship lines, and the Georgia Ports Authority.   Hubbard explains how longshoremen handle physical work (unlashing, twist locks, driving trucks), clerks and checkers track container movements, and stevedores plan vessel stowage and oversee safe execution on the dock. He describes the industry’s shift from paper to tablets, the many roles required to move a container, constant troubleshooting from equipment and network issues, and handling specialized cargo like racing yachts, military gear, and breakbulk. The conversation covers vessel classes, hazardous and refrigerated planning, training, ship turnaround pace, and maritime career paths.   CONNECT WITH US: A looking inside Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum Museum EVENTS Education and Group Programs Meet the Production Team Dee Daniels Media   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Meet the Stevedore 00:23 What Stevedores Do 01:03 Longshoremen and Port Roles 02:17 Planning vs Execution 03:09 Clerks Checkers Explained 04:19 Ops Manager Responsibilities 05:14 Tracking Containers Today 07:20 Career Path Into Stevedoring 09:20 Ships Schedule and Pace 10:07 Troubleshooting and Redundancy 12:10 Terminals Unions Specialties 13:27 Breakbulk Yachts and Military 16:51 Ship Types and COVID Impact 18:52 Avoiding Complacency 20:18 Training the Crew 22:06 Career Paths In Ports 24:21 Container Planning Physics 26:07 Managing Massive Teams 27:17 Crane Speed And Workflow 28:48 Boarding Ships And Diplomacy 32:12 Life Aboard International Crews 35:12 Why Savannah Port Matters

    37 min

  2. May 21

    Anchors Aweigh: Charting Savannah's Maritime Legacy

    Welcome to the Ships of the Sea podcast, an audio voyage from Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum. In this introductory episode, producer Dee Daniels introduces host Molly Carrott Taylor, Executive Director of Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, and previews the new podcast exploring Savannah’s maritime stories.   Molly shares her background as a collegiate sailor and longtime art museum leader, how she came to Ships of the Sea after consulting on membership and fundraising, and highlights recent growth, including bringing in over 6,000 children in two years and increasing the budget to $1.2 million from $800,000 in 2022.   She explains the museum’s home, the 1819 William Scarborough House, Scarborough’s role in the Steamship Savannah Company, and the Steamship Savannah’s May 22, 1819, transatlantic voyage—now honored as National Maritime Day.   The episode previews community-focused education and STEAM field trips, events like Celestial Seafarer and Supper at Sea, rotating exhibitions, upcoming sequential-art stories of key ships, and future podcast topics on modern maritime careers such as pilots, stevedores, longshoremen, attorneys, and archaeologists.   CONNECT WITH US: A looking inside Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum Museum EVENTS Education and Group Programs Meet the Production Team Dee Daniels Media   FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Welcome Aboard 01:02 Meet Molly Taylor 02:02 From Consultant to Director 05:31 Scarborough House Origins 05:59 Steamship Savannah Breakthrough 08:05 Schoolhouse Legacy 09:09 National Maritime Day Roots 11:04 Community Programs Vision 12:31 Signature Events and Exhibits 16:20 Hidden Maritime Careers 22:13 A Day in 1819 26:02 Hands On Learning Ahead 28:59 Closing and Support

    29 min

  3. May 19

    Ships of the Sea Podcast | Official Trailer

    Welcome aboard. The Ships of the Sea Podcast takes you inside the stories that shaped Savannah ... from its earliest maritime history to the people and industries still moving through its waterways today. In this short trailer, you’ll get a preview of what’s ahead: powerful stories, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and a deeper look at the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum and the history it brings to life. From groundbreaking voyages to modern-day maritime careers, this is where history, community, and the water all connect. Subscribe now and join us as we open the treasure chest of Savannah’s maritime past. CONNECT WITH US: A looking inside Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum Museum EVENTS Education and Group Programs Meet the Production Team Dee Daniels Media

    3 min

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Step into the story of Savannah—through the lens of the water that built it. The Ships of the Sea Podcast, hosted by Executive Director Molly Carrott Taylor and produced by Dee Daniels Media, explores the people, ships, and industries that shaped one of America’s most historic port cities. From the groundbreaking voyage of the Steamship Savannah to the modern-day movement of massive cargo ships along the Savannah River, each episode uncovers the stories behind maritime history—past and present. You’ll hear from historians, industry experts, artists, and locals whose lives connect to the water in surprising ways. Along the way, we’ll also take you inside the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, where history, community, and creativity come together in the heart of Savannah. Whether you’re a history lover, a coastal explorer, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes of a global port city, this podcast opens the door. Discover the stories. Explore the past. See Savannah from a whole new perspective.

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  • Creator
    Dee Daniels Media Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
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