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Shortlisted for the International Booker Prize In November 2021, an inflatable dinghy carrying migrants from France to the United Kingdom capsized in the Channel causing the death of 27 people on board. Despite receiving numerous calls for help, the French authorities wrongly told the migrants...

I'm Robbie Cumming, and this is my Canal Boat Podcast where I'll be taking you on a journey behind the scenes on my TV show Canal Boat Diaries, letting you in even further to my little world on the waterways. Whether you're a boater or live on land, Robbie Cumming's Canal Boat Podcast is for anyone who enjoys looking at life a bit differently. New episodes every fortnight, so don't forget to subscribe to keep it cranking.'

NOW AN ORIGINAL SERIES ON ABC “Just may be the best new comedy of [the year] . . . based on restaurateur Eddie Huang’s memoir of the same name . . . [a] classic fresh-out-of-water comedy.”—People “Bawdy and frequently hilarious . . . a surprisingly sophisticated memoir about race...

'Unflinchingly candid and extraordinarily powerful' DAILY TELEGRAPH ‘Dominic Gregory hasn’t just delivered a survey of courage and determination – Lifeboat at the End of the World is a hymn to human decency, and that makes it a very timely book indeed’ TIM WINTON Do you really think all...

The dramatic real-life stories of four young people caught up in the mass exodus of Shanghai in the wake of China's 1949 Communist revolution. Benny must decide either to escape to Hong Kong or navigate the intricacies of a newly Communist China. Annuo, forced to flee with her father, a defeated Nationalist official, becomes an unwelcome exile in Taiwan. The financially strapped Ho fights deportation from the US in order to continue his studies while his family struggles at home. Bing, given away by her poor parents, faces the prospect of a new life among strangers in America.

Dive into the exhilarating world of small boat cruising with NanoCruising, where each episode sets sail on a voyage of adventure, exploration, and maritime tales. From nautical insights to firsthand experiences, come aboard for a podcast that fuels the spirit of independent seafaring and the pursuit of unforgettable journeys.Join us as we navigate the open waters, uncover hidden coves, and share the stories of intrepid sailors who embrace the thrill of small boat voyages. www.nanocruising.com

The survivors of the shipwrecked 18th century vessel Glen Carrig fight for their lives amidst a vast continent of weeds. Mysterious wrecks, horrific monsters, and swashbuckling adventure!

Embark on a humorous journey through the unpredictable waters of friendship and adventure. This title suggests an exploration of camaraderie, misadventures, and the timeless challenge of finding humor in the everyday. Expect tales of quirky characters navigating both literal and metaphorical rivers, where the mundane meets the absurd. Each week, tune in to a different complete audiobook that captures the spirit of exploration and the comedic twists of life's journey. With a variety of perspectives, time periods, and narrative styles, this podcast offers listeners the chance to discover new ...

The ambitious and nonsensical voyage to watching and discussing every Love Boat episode ever. Sets sail every other Monday.

I Did Not Miss the Boat is the coming of age story of an adolescent girl who struggled to help her family & assimilation into a new country while searching for her own identity. From surviving the vast South China Seas, pirate raids, and uninhabited Indonesian islands to surviving high school and family life, Lea Tran did not experience a typical American upbringing.

Can you imagine being adrift in the vast, unforgiving ocean, fighting for survival against all odds? Ocean Survivors brings you the chilling, inspiring, and often miraculous true stories of those who faced the ultimate test at sea. From harrowing shipwrecks and unexpected disasters to incredible tales of human resilience against nature's fury, we delve deep into the experiences of sailors, passengers, and adventurers who endured the unimaginable. Discover firsthand accounts of survival at sea, the ingenious strategies employed, and the sheer force of will that allowed them to return from the ...

Wreckage, survival and the hush of the sea: Shipwreck Stories brings the human edge of maritime disaster into sharp, unflinching focus. Each episode reconstructs real castaway experiences, lost vessels and the choices that separate rescue from oblivion. You’ll hear vivid scene-setting, firsthand accounts where available, and clear explanations of navigation, weather and survival techniques that shaped each outcome. This is not a textbook about ships; it’s a collection of human dramas set against reefs, storms and open ocean, told with respect for the victims and curiosity about the ...

Two so-called men dredge the canals of their minds. Navigating Portuguese fatbergs, involuntary erections in the lotus position, mortality and alcohol. On a narrowboat. New episodes whenever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jason & Becka, a mature married couple, as they navigate the rough seas of their second marriages. With 6 adult kids, 5 grand kids and a business they run together. Expect honest arguments, playful banter and real-life debates. At the end of every episode, you - the shipmates - get to decide on who you agree with more. Welcome Aboard!

There’s NOTHING like being out on the water. And boating can be a fun, accessible way to make memories that matter. Welcome to "Freedom Boat Club: Beyond the Dock" with your expert co-hosts: Angie Scott: Membership Executive Mariah Lawrence: Chief Operating Officer Jason Evans: Membership Executive "Beyond The Dock" is your inside look at what being a part of the Freedom Boat Club community is like. The team answer your questions about the advantages of joining Freedom Boat Club, the connections and friends you will make, and how fulfilling & easy it is to just get out on the water with your...

The Chinese Economic miracle is happening despite, not because of, China's 900 million peasants. They are missing from the portraits of booming Shanghai, or Beijing. Many of China's underclass live under a feudalistic system unchanged since the 15th century. Wu Chuntao and Chen Guidi undertook a three-year survey of what had happened to the peasants in one of the poorest provinces, Anhui, asking the question: have the peasants been betrayed by the revolution undertaken in their name by Mao and his successors?

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In the midst of raging storms and towering waves, a lifeboat fearlessly ventures into chaos, manned by Britains courageous souls wielding the strength of lions. Since the beginning of maritime endeavors, rescue missions have exemplified human bravery against natures wrath. The 1780s marked a significant chapter in Great Britain with the launch of the first true lifeboat in Bamborough, Northumberland. Driven by the kindness of benefactors and community spirit, more lifeboats were established at key coastal locations, leading to the creation of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) in ...

Join cousins Becky and Rachelle as they take you on a nostalgic journey in the “Boathouse Girls." Growing up like sisters in the upper Midwest during the vibrant 80s, these two share their unique perspectives on the joys and challenges of girlhood in a generation defined by pop culture and shifting social norms. In each episode, Becky and Rachelle dive into a variety of topics from the struggle to find their identities amidst the chaos of big hair and cassette tapes to the shared bonds of family dynamics and life-altering experiences. They reminisce about the iconic and pivotal moments that ...

The Girl on the Boat by P. G. Wodehouse. Also published as "Three Men and a Maid". The maid of the title is red-haired, dog-loving Wilhelmina "Billie" Bennet, and the three men are Bream Mortimer, a long-time friend and admirer of Billie, Eustace Hignett, a lily-livered poet who is engaged to Billie at the opening of the tale, and Sam Marlowe, Eustace's dashing cousin, who falls for Billie at first sight. All four find themselves on an ocean liner headed for England together, along with a capable young woman called Jane Hubbard who is smitten with Eustace, and typically Wodehousian romantic ...