513 - Best of the Year (Part II)
- Jan 1, 2026
- 59:03
- Full Episode
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Brief Summary
This episode features Violet Jessup's Titanic survival and the absurd Great Emu War in Australia.
Key points
- Best of the Year Quilt Episode. A look back on two listener favorite stories from 2025.
- Violet Jessup: Queen of Sinking Ships. The incredible story of Violet Jessup, a stewardess who survived the Titanic and more.
- Violet's Determination to Return to Sea. After surviving the Titanic, Violet resolves to continue her work at sea.
- Violet's Reflection on Life. Violet shares her thoughts on the impact of her experiences at sea.
- The Britannic's Sudden Sinking. Violet experiences chaos as the Britannic hits a mine and begins to sink.
- Violet's Near-Drowning Experience. Violet faces the terrifying reality of the Britannic's propellers as she jumps into the water.
Episode highlights
- Best of the Year Quilt EpisodeA look back on two listener favorite stories from 2025.“That's right. We're taking two of our listener favorite stories and combining them into a best of the year quilt episode.”2:10Jan 1, 2026
- Violet Jessup: Queen of Sinking ShipsThe incredible story of Violet Jessup, a stewardess who survived the Titanic and more.“Some people call her the queen of the sinking ships.”10:32Jan 1, 2026
- Violet's Determination to Return to SeaAfter surviving the Titanic, Violet resolves to continue her work at sea.“I knew that if I meant to continue my sea life I would have to return at once otherwise I would lose my nerve.”26:04Jan 1, 2026
- Violet's Reflection on LifeViolet shares her thoughts on the impact of her experiences at sea.“I wanted the quietness of happy contentment, not the hectic turmoil of riches.”26:33Jan 1, 2026
- The Britannic's Sudden SinkingViolet experiences chaos as the Britannic hits a mine and begins to sink.“For years, the cause of the blast will be unclear.”29:16Jan 1, 2026
- Violet's Near-Drowning ExperienceViolet faces the terrifying reality of the Britannic's propellers as she jumps into the water.“I gave that foolish, nervous laugh, as people sometimes do when faced with an unpleasant discovery.”32:45Jan 1, 2026
- The Legend of Violet JessupViolet's incredible life story as a survivor of multiple ship sinkings.“What a fucking life.”40:46Jan 1, 2026
- Talkspace TherapyAffordable and accessible therapy options that take the stress out of getting help.“Sometimes the hardest part of therapy is just getting started.”43:45Jan 1, 2026
