#TBR305 - Safe at Sea? The Dark Side of Cruising

You’ve booked the trip, you’re looking forward to a week of sun, sea, and relaxation... but how safe are you actually on a cruise ship?In this eye-opening and powerful episode of Tall Boy Radio, hosts Beans and Gaz are joined by Jamie Barnett, a passionate advocate for victims of crime on cruise ships and the founder of the International Cruise Victims Association.Jamie shares her deeply personal and tragic journey that led her to advocacy—the devastating loss of her daughter, Ashley, on a cruise ship in 2005 under mysterious circumstances. Jamie's story is one of a mother's relentless quest for truth and justice in the face of a system that often seems designed to protect the cruise lines over the passengers.We dive into the pressing questions:Why don't we hear about these crimes? Jamie exposes the industry's complex jurisdictional loopholes, the lack of transparency, and why cruise lines often go to great lengths to conceal incidents.What are the true dangers and statistics? We discuss the unsettling reality of crime on the high seas, from sexual assault to disappearances, and the complications of investigation when a ship is in international waters.We discuss the popular Netflix docuseries Amy Bradley is Missing, in which Jamie appeared, and the ongoing, unsolved mystery of Amy's 1998 disappearance.What can you do to keep yourself safe? From being aware of your surroundings to the very real dangers of alcohol in a cruise environment, Jamie offers essential advice for anyone considering a cruise holiday.This is a must-listen episode that strips away the glitz of the cruise industry and shines a harsh light on the need for accountability and passenger safety. Tune in to hear the crucial information the industry doesn't want you to know and learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones.Please check out the International Cruiser Victims website Home - International Cruise Victimstallboyradio.com