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Deck 13's Podcast
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Deck 13 is the hidden deck on most cruise ships — a number often avoided due to superstition. But on our Deck 13, we go where no one else goes. We uncover the untold truths of life at sea through real stories from real people who have lived them.
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Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection
Send us Fan Mail⚠️ Content Warning⚠️ This episode contains discussions regarding sensitive topics, including workplace harassment, racism, self-harm, and suicide. These stories may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is strongly advised.Step aboard the world's most luxurious superyachts, where the "Ladies and Gentlemen" motto masks a darker reality. From systemic racism in high-level management to alarming threats and mental health crises hidden from the public eye, this episode of Deck 13 pulls back the curtain on the luxury cruise industry. Discover the stories the elite don't want you to hear—told by those who lived them.Do you or someone you know need some mental health support? Here are some numbers you can contact:In the US and Canada: Call or text 988.In the UK: Call 111 or contact the Samaritans at 116 123.South Africa: Call 31393Indonesia: Call 119Philippines: Call +63 2 8893 7603 or access in-touch.orgIn Brazil: Call 188In other countries: Please check your local emergency services number or look for local crisis centers via www.findahelpline.comIf you would like to share your story, or just need to speak with someone, e-mail us at [email protected]Legal DisclaimerThis Podcast are based on the personal experiences and perspectives of individual crew members. The views expressed by guests or narrators do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast or its affiliates. While the content discusses specific entities, including the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Mercedes, the stories are presented as firsthand testimony for informational and documentary purposes. This podcast does not claim to represent the legal findings or internal policies of the companies mentioned.
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Episode 1 - Margaritaville at Sea
Send us Fan MailBehind the tropical drinks and ocean sunsets, life on a cruise ship can look very different for the people who work there. In this episode, an anonymous crew member shares their story from behind the scenes of life at sea — from confusing contract structures and delayed pay to allegations of discrimination, unsafe working conditions, and dismissive responses from management.Through a documentary-style narrative told from crew to crew, this episode explores what the Maritime Labour Convention says about seafarers’ rights, how policies onboard can affect workers’ lives, and why many crew members feel their concerns go unheard. It also touches on reports surrounding a tragic 2025 incident involving crew fatalities, raising broader questions about safety and transparency in the cruise industry.This is not the view from the pool deck. This is the view from below deck — and a call for crew, passengers, and future seafarers to understand the realities behind the industry.If you would like to share your story, or just need to speak with someone, e-mail us at [email protected]
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Deck 13 is the hidden deck on most cruise ships — a number often avoided due to superstition. But on our Deck 13, we go where no one else goes. We uncover the untold truths of life at sea through real stories from real people who have lived them.
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