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Amver, the Global Search and Rescue Operation
How the U.S. Coast Guard Enlists the Help of Ships Worldwide to Aid Vessels in Distress
In this segment, we interview Ben Strong of AMVER, the Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue System. Sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard, Amver is a computer-based, voluntary ship reporting system used by search and rescue authorities worldwide to help mariners in need.
Recorded: Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Running Time: 30 minutes
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John Otterbacher's True Tale
The Author of Sailing Grace Talks about Health and Happiness at Sea
John Otterbacher had eight surgeries before deciding to box up his life and go sailing with his wife and daughters. His book Sailing Grace is about their six-year adventure. Now back home, he shares his insights on relationships, raising children and living aboard.
Recorded: Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Running Time: 30 minutes
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A View From Below
The Incredible True Story of a Man Who Built a Submarine -- With no Prior Experience
Matt O'Connor and Paul DiNatale of Rooftop Pictures discuss A View From Below, their documentary on Karl Stanley, a young American who designed and built a submarine by himself – with no experience. The film will be available in June. For more, see aviewfrombelow.com.
Recorded: Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Running Time: 30 minutes
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Triumph's Indestructable Boats
Triumph Builds With Roplene, Which Is Much Tougher Than Fiberglass. And Their Commercials Prove It.
Executives Mark Welsh and George Blaisdell explain the Triumph Boats line of 15- to 23-foot fishing boats – and their unusual marketing campaign. The company has whacked their boats with a sledge, hit them with a semi and dropped them from a helicopter.
Recorded: Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Running Time: 30 minutes
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The Return of Trumpy Yachts
After Decades of Sitting Idle, Trumpy Is Planning to Build New Models Again – in Wood
The name Trumpy Yachts graced many a classic cruiser made of wood from the 1920's through the 1970's. Jim Ewing, the president of the newly revived Trumpy Yachts, explains Trumpy's plans to start building new models"”and yes, they'll be all wood.
Recorded: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Running Time: 21 minutes
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