EPISODE · Jul 4, 2025 · 29 MIN
Sailing Into Disaster - The Tami Oldham Ashcraft Story
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Send a textWelcome back to Speaking of Her. This week, Jess takes us on a gripping voyage through the harrowing true story of the courageous — Tami Oldham Ashcraft.What was meant to be a dream sailing trip across the Pacific with her fiancé turned into a nightmare when they were caught in the path of a Category 4 hurricane. In an instant, everything changed — and Tami was left alone, adrift in the vast ocean with no mast, no engine, and only her instincts to guide her.In this episode, Jess delves into:The romance and adventure that led Tami and Richard to set sailThe devastating impact of Hurricane RaymondTami’s unimaginable 41-day battle for survival at seaThe strength, resilience, and determination that kept her aliveThis is more than a story of survival—it’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit, as one woman pushed through hunger, injury, and heartbreak, navigating the vast ocean with only a sextant and sheer determination to guide her home. Disclaimer: This episode includes discussions of loss, survival, and traumatic experiences.No Copyright infringement is intended.
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Send a text Welcome back to Speaking of Her. This week, Jess takes us on a gripping voyage through the harrowing true story of the courageous — Tami Oldham Ashcraft. What was meant to be a dream sailing trip across the Pacific with her fiancé turned into a nightmare when they were caught in the path of a Category 4 hurricane. In an instant, everything changed — and Tami was left alone, adrift in the vast ocean with no mast, no engine, and only her instincts to guide her. In this episode, Jess...
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