Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast

Kipp Snow
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Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast with Mike and Kipp covering all things related to shipping in the great Port of Baltimore. As part of the Baltimore & Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers, this weekly-ish podcast provides news and insight on the shipping and maritime industry in Baltimore. Visit www.baltimoreshipwatchers.com for more information. Happy Shipwatching !!

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 77 - Key Bridge Work Trestle, Pylon Facts, USCG Safety Report, MDOT CTP Budget, RORO is UP!

    In Episode 77, Mike and Kipp host this Labor Day edition of the podcast with the Port of Baltimore honoring all of the workers on this holiday. They also provide the updated Truck Transaction metrics from Ports America Chesapeake. From the Key Bridge Rebuild, they guys discuss that all of the piles have been installed for the main line of the access trestle and provide an overview of the pylons that will be used in the new bridge. Kipp provides an overview of the USCG report released on Ports and Waterways Safety Act Board of Inquiry following the Key Bridge Incident. Mike discussed the current state of RoRo operations. Kipp discusses the draft budget release of MDOT's Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) which is the blueprint for operating Maryland's transportation systems for the next six years. Mike has some pictures from the Baltimore City Fire Department and their recent firefighter ship training and the guys wrap up with a discussion around the Jones Act waivers and COSCO ships visiting the Port of Baltimore. Happy Shipwatching !! Takeaways Port of Baltimore shipping updatesLabor Day celebrationKey Bridge construction progress Infrastructure and transportation planningPort safety and risk assessmentInvestment in transportation infrastructure Port of Baltimore activitiesJones Act and national security concerns Chapters 00:00 Port of Baltimore Shipping Updates13:20 Labor Day Celebration16:44 Key Bridge Construction Progress24:00 Bridge Design and Construction26:44 Port Safety and Risk Assessment45:09 State Budget and Transportation Investment48:46 Port of Baltimore Activities56:33 Jones Act and National Security Concerns

  2. Aug 25

    Episode 76 - Catlett, FSK Buoy, an electric plane, MSC Dragon, and Defenders Day

    In Episode 76 Mike and Kipp play catch up on the past three weeks' happenings in the Port of Baltimore, including the ACoE Catlett, the USCG placing the FSK Buoy, and MPA's Interim Executive Director being named. Mike has a report on Defenders Day coming up in September. They also discuss an all-electric aircraft being delivered at the port and the MSC Dragon service has now arrived. They also cover a new drone boat manufacturing facility at Tradepoint Atlantic and Chesapeake Shipbuilding recent ship projects. Happy Shipwatching !! Takeaways shipping updatesPort news and the new acting transportation secretaryGrant program for mariners Maritime industry expansion at Trade Point AtlanticHistorical significance of Defender's Day Chapters 00:00 Back-to-School and Shipping Updates03:25 Port News and Acting Transportation Secretary24:01 Grant Program for Mariners30:09 New Defense Contractor at Trade Point Atlantic37:49 Tragic Accident at Dundalk Marine Terminal41:09 Expansion of American Cruise Lines51:05 Historical Significance of Defender's Day01:02:42 Upcoming Events and Shipwatching Experiences

  3. Jul 26

    Episode 75 - Changes to MPA Leadership, USNS Gilliand Fire, Curtin Marine Seagirt Dredging and more

    In Episode 75 Mike and Kipp catch up on a number of items in the Port of Baltimore since the Sail250 event. The truck transaction metrics out of the Seagirt Terminal are holding steady and Mike and Kipp look at Glenn Johnston's metrics out of Stevenson University with where products go once they arrive at the port. Mike discusses the recent announcement of Jonathan Daniels being appointed to the Director and Chief Executive Officer of PortMiami and the plans in place here at the Port of Baltimore. The guys review pictures from the recent USNS Charles Gilliand fire, pictures from the Curtin Marine Dredging project at Seagirt Loop, and the most recent pictures of the progress with the Key Bridge Rebuild. In other port news, the guys talk about the NYK takeover of Saga Welco and Liebherr winning the STS crane order award for Sparrows Point Container Terminal as well as the announcement of testing for the first wing-sail installed on a car carrier. Finally, the Charles D Gaither steel police boat located at Pier 13 owned by the Baltimore & Chesapeake Steamboat Company needs help with relocation. Happy Shipwatching !! The conversation covers a range of topics related to port operations, shipping updates, and a leadership transition in the port. It begins with an introduction and catching up, followed by a discussion on shipping updates and metrics. The conversation then delves into the Sail Two Fifty event and port events, followed by a discussion on a port study and cargo destinations. Finally, it concludes with a focus on the leadership transition in the port. The conversation covers various aspects of port operations and construction, including the significance of personal connections in business, the recent port fire incident, updates on dredging operations, Maryland Port Administration updates, and progress on the Key Bridge construction. The conversation covers the timeline and complexities of bridge construction, the acquisition of NYK lines, and the installation of sails on cargo ships. Each topic is explored in detail, providing valuable insights into the maritime industry. Takeaways Port Operations and LogisticsLeadership Transition Openness and acceptance in professional relationshipsSignificance of personal connections in business Bridge construction timelineNYK lines acquisitionSail installation on cargo ships Chapters 00:00 Leadership Transition in the Port58:45 Key Bridge Construction Progress59:57 Bridge Construction Timeline01:07:52 NYK Lines Acquisition01:16:30 Sail Installation on Cargo Ships

  4. Jun 17

    Episode 74 - Can Mike and Kipp Guess What The Big Yellow Floating Thing Was?

    In Episode 74 Mike and Kipp play catch up on all of the other things happing in the Port of Baltimore over the past couple weeks with the recent interviews. The guys give a summary of those interviews, but also covered shipping updates and truck transactions, the Grande Cotonou and Bow Thrusters, the Pegasus Barge and Space Launch System, FloatLab, SOS Save Our Savannah, and an overview of the events with the upcoming SAIL250 Baltimore Celebration. Happy Shipwatching !!

  5. Jun 5

    Episode 73 - Anchor Alert! - Guest Interview Alexander Giles, Maritime Attorney

    In Episode 73, Mike and Kipp have Alexander Giles, local Baltimore maritime attorney as a guest discussing the Dali and the Key Bridge trial. The conversation delves into the settlement, limitation proceedings, the details of the ongoing legal case, highlighting the complexities and nuances involved. Alex provides an in-depth analysis as well as important factual information surrounding the settlement. Happy Shipwatching !!

  6. May 24

    Episode 72 - Anchor Alert ! - Guest Interview with Jim Harkness, Chief Engineer MDTA

    Anchor Alert ! - In Episode 72, Mike and Kipp have Jim Harkness, Chief Engineer with MDTA and the Key Bridge Rebuild Project to give a detailed update on the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild project, immediately following the recent offboarding for Phase 2 with Kiewitt. Jim explains all of the questions we have all been asking regarding the recent decision and the detailed path moving forward, as the bridge construction in Phase 1 continues. Happy Shipwatching !!

  7. May 3

    Episode 71 - Anchor Alert ! Sparrows Point Container Terminal Groundbreaking

    Anchor Alert !! In Episode 71 The Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast was at the groundbreaking ceremony at Tradepoint Atlantic of the Sparrows Point Container Terminal. The guys a quick video from at the event and some follow up discussion. Happy Shipwatching !!

  8. Apr 28

    Episode 70 - Anchor Alert!!! MDTA / Key Bridge Rebuild Phase 2 Announcement

    Anchor Alert ! - In Episode 70 Mike and Kipp provide news and analysis on today's announcement of the Key Bridge Rebuild Phase 2 off-ramp with their bridge contractor, as the project continues construction. Happy Shipwatching !!

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Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast with Mike and Kipp covering all things related to shipping in the great Port of Baltimore. As part of the Baltimore & Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers, this weekly-ish podcast provides news and insight on the shipping and maritime industry in Baltimore. Visit www.baltimoreshipwatchers.com for more information. Happy Shipwatching !!

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  • Creator
    Kipp Snow
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Kipp Snow