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Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast

by Kipp Snow

Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast with Mike and Kipp covering all things related to shipping in the great Port of Baltimore. As part of the Baltimore & Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers, this weekly-ish podcast provides news and insight on the shipping and maritime industry in Baltimore. Visit www.baltimoreshipwatchers.com for more information. Happy Shipwatching !!

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Episodes

  1. Episode 80 - Anchor Alert ! - Anduril Industries Arsenal-2 Announcement

    In Episode 80 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, Mike and Kipp discuss the recent announcement of Anduril Industries to build and operate a shipyard at Tradepoint Atlantic in Sparrows Point, MD. With the intent to build submarine components, the announcement marks a significant development in...

  2. Episode 79 - Key Bridge Rebuild Online Tracker and Another Sailing Cargo Ship?

    In Episode 79, Kipp gives an overview of the new Key Bridge Rebuild Online Tracking Website that shows real time status of all phases of the Key Bridge construction progress. The guys also show pictures of the work that has taken place over the past couple days and discuss the Menck hydraulic...

  3. Episode 78 - Anchor Alert ! - Key Bridge Rebuild Field Trip

    In Episode 78, the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast visits the Key Bridge construction site and provides an in-depth overview of the current project status, including the construction process, safety measures, funding, and the immensity of the equipment and structures involved. Mike and Kipp walk…

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  4. Episode 77 - Key Bridge Work Trestle, Pylon Facts, USCG Safety Report, MDOT CTP Budget, RORO is UP!

    In Episode 77, Mike and Kipp host this Labor Day edition of the podcast with the Port of Baltimore honoring all of the workers on this holiday. They also provide the updated Truck Transaction metrics from Ports America Chesapeake. From the Key Bridge Rebuild, they guys discuss that all of the…

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  5. Episode 76 - Catlett, FSK Buoy, an electric plane, MSC Dragon, and Defenders Day

    In Episode 76 Mike and Kipp play catch up on the past three weeks' happenings in the Port of Baltimore, including the ACoE Catlett, the USCG placing the FSK Buoy, and MPA's Interim Executive Director being named. Mike has a report on Defenders Day coming up in September. They also discuss an...

  6. Episode 75 - Changes to MPA Leadership, USNS Gilliand Fire, Curtin Marine Seagirt Dredging and more

    In Episode 75 Mike and Kipp catch up on a number of items in the Port of Baltimore since the Sail250 event. The truck transaction metrics out of the Seagirt Terminal are holding steady and Mike and Kipp look at Glenn Johnston's metrics out of Stevenson University with where products go once they...

  7. Episode 74 - Can Mike and Kipp Guess What The Big Yellow Floating Thing Was?

    In Episode 74 Mike and Kipp play catch up on all of the other things happing in the Port of Baltimore over the past couple weeks with the recent interviews. The guys give a summary of those interviews, but also covered shipping updates and truck transactions, the Grande Cotonou and Bow Thrusters,...

  8. Episode 73 - Anchor Alert! - Guest Interview Alexander Giles, Maritime Attorney

    In Episode 73, Mike and Kipp have Alexander Giles, local Baltimore maritime attorney as a guest discussing the Dali and the Key Bridge trial. The conversation delves into the settlement, limitation proceedings, the details of the ongoing legal case, highlighting the complexities and nuances...

  9. Episode 72 - Anchor Alert ! - Guest Interview with Jim Harkness, Chief Engineer MDTA

    Anchor Alert ! - In Episode 72, Mike and Kipp have Jim Harkness, Chief Engineer with MDTA and the Key Bridge Rebuild Project to give a detailed update on the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild project, immediately following the recent offboarding for Phase 2 with Kiewitt. Jim explains all of the...

  10. Episode 71 - Anchor Alert ! Sparrows Point Container Terminal Groundbreaking

    Anchor Alert !! In Episode 71 The Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast was at the groundbreaking ceremony at Tradepoint Atlantic of the Sparrows Point Container Terminal. The guys a quick video from at the event and some follow up discussion. Happy Shipwatching !!

  11. Episode 70 - Anchor Alert!!! MDTA / Key Bridge Rebuild Phase 2 Announcement

    Anchor Alert ! - In Episode 70 Mike and Kipp provide news and analysis on today's announcement of the Key Bridge Rebuild Phase 2 off-ramp with their bridge contractor, as the project continues construction. Happy Shipwatching !!

  12. Episode 69 - Grain Processing Terminal, the Gale Recovery, and Lots of port updates

    In Episode 69, Mike and Kipp catch up with Mike's recent trip on the Baltimore International Seafarer's Fundraiser Cruise. The guys came across some more pictures of the Gale recovery. Mike announced the anniversary of the Domino Sugar sign and the visit of the Artania cruise ship to the port....

  13. Episode 68 - Anchor Alert!!! Pictures, Audio and Graphics of the McLean Tug Gale Incident

    In Episode 68, Mike and Kipp call an Anchor Alert! - a shorter podcast on today's McLean Tug Gale Incident in the Port of Baltimore in Curtis Creek. They have pictures that were taken from local photographers of the event and provide some statistics and an overview of the situation. Happy...

  14. Episode 67 - New MDOT Secretary, Bridge Updates, Inner Harbor Dredging, and Dr. Tallulah Terrapin

    In Episode 67, the Research Department joins Kipp on the podcast episode as Mike requested PTO and is enjoying a little rest and relaxation in the warm sun. They cover the confirmation of the new Maryland Department of Transportation Secretary as well as recent pictures from the Key Bridge…

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  15. Episode 66 - 2025 Port of Baltimore Year in Review

    In Episode 66 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, the guys have updates on City Cruises in Baltimore, Joe Greco takes the helm at the Steamship Trade Association, NS Savannah Open House Day, Key Bridge Demo, and some local news updates. Mike reviews the bulk handling system at Tradepoint…

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  16. Episode 65 - Guest Interview with James Harkness, Chief Engineer MDTA

    In Episode 65 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, Mike and Kipp welcome back James Harkness, Chief Engineer with the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA). In the interview, James provides an update on the Key Bridge Rebuild project over the past six months and answers questions that Mike…

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  17. Episode 64 - Video of Pilot Exchange, Rare Stuff this week, and Dredging Dredging

    In Episode 64, Mike and Kipp have updates on the Rocket Labs shipment coming into the port, this month's BPA meeting, unusual ships in the port, lots of dredging including inner harbor, Tradepoint Atlantic, and Curtin Maritime news. Mike has a video of a pilot exchange in the harbor this week....

  18. Episode 63 - Pier 24 Load Test Complete on the Key Bridge

    In Episode 63 of the "Two Guys Talking Ship" Podcast, Mike and Kipp are back after holiday break with updates in and around the Port of Baltimore. The initial load test is complete on Pier 24 of the NEW Key Bridge. Kathryn Thomson has been named the acting MDOT Transportation Secretary. Mike has…

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  19. Episode 62 - Bridge Demo and Load Test, Winter Dredge, and W Sapphire and Neoliner Origin Updates

    In Episode 62, the guys cover a multitude of events in the busy Port of Baltimore over the past couple weeks. Mike has updates on the W Sapphire and Neoliner Origin coming back to port. Mike also covers the Curtin Marine contract for Baltimore Harbor winter dredging and updates on the CSX coal...

  20. Episode 61 - NTSB Report on the Dali and Estimate Updates on the Key Bridge Rebuild

    In Episode 61 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, Mike and Kipp take a detailed look at this week's NTSB Report on the Dali incident outlining the many different components that lead to the crash. Mike also runs through the past two weeks worth of demolition on both sides of the Key Bridge.…

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  21. Episode 60 - New Key Bridge Fly Thru, Join the WW2 P-520 Crash Boat in Cambridge & Neoliner Origin

    In Episode 60, Mike and Kipp have updates on the W Sapphire Ship movements this week into the Annapolis Anchorage after its explosion. The Brazilian Navy Training Ship NE Brasil is in Baltimore for ship tours this week. There was lots of excitement around the Neoliner Origin's arrival at the Port...

  22. Episode 59 - Key Bridge Rebuild Updates and a French RoRo Sailing Ship coming to Baltimore

    In Episode 59, Mike and Kipp show pictures of the latest efforts of the pile testing at the Key Bridge site. Kipp also discusses the upcoming Neoliner Origin, a French RoRo Sailing Cargo Ship (Yes a new ship with sails!) coming to the Port of Baltimore on its maiden voyage on Oct 29. Mike and…

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  23. Episode 58 - DALI Crew Update w the BISC, Howard St Tunnel, Key Bridge, and Container Terminal Info

    In Episode 58, Mike and Kipp have their friend Rev. Joshua Messick of the Baltimore International Seafarers Center to give an update on the Dali Crew and other Seafarer related topics. Kipp has a huge announcement regarding CSX operations through the Howard Street Tunnel. Mike updates us on World...

  24. Episode 57 - Baltimore's 911 Remembrance, Radar Breaks off Ship in Port, and a Listener Request!

    In Episode 57 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, Mike provides a remembrance of the 9/11 events back in 2001 focusing on the role the maritime industry had in the evacuation efforts. Kipp attended the Baltimore 9/11 Memorial at the World Trade Center to observe the city's memorial service.…

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  25. Episode 56 - More Largest Ships Coming, Range Lights, W Sapphire Explosion and Key Bridge Updates

    In Episode 56 of the Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast, Mike opens with listener feedback - keep those comments and suggestions coming! With the normal shipping updates, Mike and Kipp cover the Evergreen Ever M Class, the new Bulk Handling System at Tradepoint Atlantic, upgrades to the Craighill…

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  26. Episode 55 - W Sapphire Explosion in the Port of Baltimore

    In Episode 55 of "Two Guys Talking Ship" Podcast, Mike and Kipp recap the events around this week's explosion and fire on the W Sapphire in the Port of Baltimore. Discussion includes radio recording on board the ship bridge and images of the aftermath. Happy Shipwatching !!

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Two Guys Talking Ship Podcast with Mike and Kipp covering all things related to shipping in the great Port of Baltimore. As part of the Baltimore & Chesapeake Bay Shipwatchers, this weekly-ish podcast provides news and insight on the shipping and maritime industry in Baltimore. Visit www.baltimoreshipwatchers.com for more information. Happy Shipwatching !!

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