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*Warning* We had technical issues during this show, the sound isn't ideal, but it's such a good story we didn't want you to miss out.  The crew discusses the 1873 Murders of Karen and Anethe Christensen on Smuttynose Island in Maine.  Recorded Live on: 8/22/2020

On this episode, the crew discusses the anal boat of the week drama, and tell the tale of a man and his bulldozer. Feat. Matt Lane  Recorded on: 08/13/2020

In 1836 a ship caught fire and sunk off the coast of Maine. It's cargo? A menagerie of circus animals.  The crew discusses the tragedy of the Royal Tar.  Recorded Live on: 7/28/2020

In this episode, producer Jenn tries to tell you the amazing story of everyone's happiest artist, Bob Ross. However, the shenanigans of the crew, as they try to paint their own Bob Ross recreation, proves to be pretty distracting.  Recorded Live on: 7/22/2020

Today we cover the totally bananas story of wanna be astronaut Thad Roberts who broke into a vault at NASA and stole priceless moon rocks so that he could "have sex on the moon".  Recorded Live on: 7/8/2020  

There is no question, we are bourbon fans around here. So today producer Jenn sets up a blind taste taste for the crew that ranges from cheap bourbon to rare to expensive. Find out which they liked best.  We also cover the history of Elmer Lee, go off on SO many squirrel trails, and a guest stops by with some words of wisdom.  Guest Starring: Matt Lane  Recorded Live on: 7/8/2020

It's fairly well known... Today the crew covers the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. It is one of our favorite songs, so we had to tell the tale of the boats fateful last voyage...and we also talk about ferry rates, and documentaries.  Recorded Live on 5/29/2020

On this episode, we discuss mermaid sightings in Maine, the history of mermaids, dreams, and ball sacks.  Special Guest: Matt Lane  Recorded Live on 5/20/2020 

Tonight we discuss the weird and fascinating story of the Jumping Frenchmen of Maine...and also NASCAR.  Origionally Recorded Live on: 2/17/2020

Our First LIVE on location show at Hansen's Marine & Sporting Supplies! We discuss the story of Naked Joe Knowles, and balls...what's new?  Don't forget to like the Facebook page for more content!  Recorded live on: 2/1/2020 

Giggles is too hungover to join us, Shane is back, Lindsay guests stars, and we discuss the terrible history of Maine's Malaga Island.  Origionally Recorded Live Feb 9, 2020

We discuss a very important topic on today's show...Bigfoot. We totally didn't know Bigfoot Erotica was a thing. Did you? Sources: BIGFOOT CALLING CONTEST David Fleming ESPN Senior Writer Bangor Daily News: 7 Times Someone Saw a Strange Creature in the Maine Woods: Was it BigFoot? By Daniel S. author of “Shadows in the Woods,” a book about Bigfoot in Maine.

We discuss a bunch of random headlines...basically Jenn just didn't want to do a book report. Winging it at it's best.

Did you know Maine was home to the first recorded ghost in American History? We didn't either. Sources: The Nelly Butler Hauntings: by Marcus LiBrizzi Passing Strange: True Tales of New England Hauntings and Horrors by Joseph A Citro Strange Company: The Return of Nelly Butler Blog The Dollop: Episode 372 America’s First Ghost

Trigger and Content Warning: We do discuss death and death by suicide in this episode. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. 1-800-273-8255 This is an older episode that never got released, it is a bit more serious than what you are used to but if you've learned anything about all of us, we talk about the good the bad and the ugly and sometimes life just hands you some lemons you need to talk through with your friends. We love you no matter what!

In this special Off the Rails episode we don't have a topic, we don't have a plan, we just start talking about anything and everything. We cover upcoming events, Sam Elliott, Candles that smell like things, and a lot more. Stay Salty!

In this episode we discuss whether or not Vikings were early settlers of Maine. We also go down a rabbit hole of weird things people put in their butts. Viking research came from the book The Vikings of Maine:The Hunt for the Norsemen in the Land of Norumbega by Teig Thurston Buy the Book here

Thanksgiving Survival Tips. We discuss family dysfunction and holiday horror stories and a whole lot more. Want to support us and get access to more content? We are a cheap date. Visit www.patreon.com/TheSaltySeamanCrew to learn more. See Less

Did you know Christmas was illegal in Maine until 1858? Did you know that it wasn't a recognized holiday until 1870? We didn't either. We discuss the Puritans War on Christmas, and other things for our holiday special. Sources: The Surprising Truth: Christians Once Banned Christmas By Remy Melina December 14, 2010 Bah, Humbug! Why Early Mainers Didn’t Make Merry at Christmas TimeBy Aimée N. Lanteigne

Friday the 13th, luck, and superstitions. Carroll got a Charlie horse at a very inconvenient time, the double ender is discussed, and we talk about why bananas, women, and more are unlucky on boats. Thank you to our Patrons! If you want extra content and a few other goodies, visit www.patreon.com/thesaltyseamancrew