Ships of the Sea
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
Host Molly Taylor interviews Savannah maritime attorneys David Sipple and Colin McCray of Hunter McLean about admiralty/maritime law, explaining that admiralty concerns ships, shipping, and navigable waters, while “maritime” is broader and laws seek international uniformity.
They discuss key doctrines including the Jones Act for injured seamen and the Limitation of Liability Act, plus collision vs. allision and the nar...
Host Molly Taylor, Executive Director of the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, speaks with Myra Reynolds and Len James of the John S. James Company about what customs brokers and freight forwarders do, clearing imports with government agencies and arranging exports onto vessels.
Len, the family-business CFO and co-owner, describes growing up in the industry and how Savannah’s port ecosystem has changed since the 1980s. Myra ...
Host Molly Taylor interviews Captain Judy Helmey of Miss Judy Charters on the Ships of the Sea podcast recorded in the Ships of the Sea Maritime Musuem located in the historic William Scarbrough House and Gardens about becoming a charter captain through sea school, time on the water, and mastering safety, responsibility, and people skills.
Helmey reflects on 61 years fishing - starting on her father’s boat as a child - and d...
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 a...
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 aft...
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.
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