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Under the Waves

Michelle & Andrew Suekert

Explore the mysteries of the Great Lakes with "Under the Waves," hosted by sibling duo Michelle and Andrew. Dive into true stories of shipwrecks, maritime lore, and historical intrigue, all with a touch of humor.Each episode uncovers the secrets beneath the surface and offers a fresh perspective on submerged legends. Whether you"re a history buff, maritime enthusiast, or simply curious, join your new favorite sibling storytellers for a captivating journey through Great Lakes shipwrecks and legends

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All Episodes

70:06

47 - The Lore of The Secret Map to McDonalds

Under the Waves ·

2025/07/11

Andrew and Michelle take a slight detour from shipwrecks and cover one-star reviews from some of the national parks and lakeshore attractions of the Great Lakes region. Join them as they travel from Isle Royale National Park and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore to Indiana Dunes National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Join them in discussing the presence of dogs in these parks, the short and mysterious reviews, as well as the long, drawn out ones

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46 - A Superior Nightmare

Under the Waves ·

2025/07/04

Andrew and Michelle tackle one of the worst passenger ship tragedies to ever hit Lake Superior. Learn about the SS Algoma, her sister ships, the SS Athabasca and the SS Alberta, their crazy trip all of the way from Glasgow, the firsts, titles, and fanfare that came with them, and the wild hurricane-level storm that ended the Algoma's career. Heads up, this is a more serious episode that covers a lot of tragic death If that's not really your thing, we get it and will see you on the next one

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45 - Not Your Grandfather's Sloop

Under the Waves ·

2025/06/27

Join Andrew and Michelle as they discuss the oldest, most intact, merchant vessel to have currently been found on the Great Lakes. We're all for titles over here but this one carries a few. Tune in to hear about the Washington and let us know all of the titles and accolades you hear attributed to this neat little ship! Ahoy! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite: www.underthewavespodcast.comSend us an email:

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44:16

44 - The Lightest of Ships

Under the Waves ·

2025/06/20

We're talking about lightships! Light vessels? Floating lighthouses. Whatever you choose to call them, we're talking about them. Learn a bit about the history of lightships, Texas Towers (both kinds), the innovations that led to lightships, and specifically, the last lightship known to be in Wisconsin waters - the Light Vessel No 57. We hope this episode lights up your day! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite:

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57:11

43 - Stannard's Standard

Under the Waves ·

2025/06/13

Andrew and Michelle take a slight break from talking about ships to discuss another widely popular item around the Great Lakes - Lighthouses! Join them today as they're looking into the crazy history and life of the Stannard Rock Light. The Stannard Light, aka The Rock, had her in-person service come to an abrupt and tragic end but she is still operating to this day. Find out why she's also called "The Loneliest Place on Earth." This is one episode you definitely don't want to miss!Follow us on our

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43:31

42 - Sit Back, Relax, Whalebacks

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2025/06/06

This week we're talking about the long-awaited whalebacks! These wild and steampunk-looking ships were quite unique and took the waters by storm. Andrew and Michelle also cover Barge 129, the last whaleback to be found on the Great Lakes. Find out more about her and the 43 other whalebacks that once existed in the waterways of the midwest, and even across the ocean. Ahoy! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite:

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47:24

41 - Don't Rock The Boat

Under the Waves ·

2025/05/30

Join Andrew and Michelle as they discuss the little-known about and more than likely found Lake Serpent shipwreck. Is it the wreck that was found around Kelleys Island in 2015? Is it another of the hundreds to thousands of ships lost in Lake Erie? Tune in now to find out more! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite: www.underthewavespodcast.comSend us an email: underthewavespodcast@gmail.comFind our sources and show notes now located on our

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40 - All that Glitters is Gone

Under the Waves ·

2025/05/23

Andrew and Michelle are harkening back to the Gilded Age with the glitz and glam that came with it. Join them as they talk about a luxury steamship named the Gunilda as well as steamboat races, the Kentucky Derby, and even a visit from Jacques Cousteau. Ahoy! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite: www.underthewavespodcast.comSend us an email: underthewavespodcast@gmail.comFind our sources and show notes now located on our website as well as

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54:23

39 - A Ship of Many Names

Under the Waves ·

2025/05/16

Get ready to learn about the USS Neshanic or was it the SS Marquette? Wait, wasn't it the Gulfoil? But where do the American Victory or the Middletown come into play? We know, it's the SS Victo! Whatever the name might be, join Andrew and Michelle as they banter through the story of this well-traveled warship to Great Lakes workhorse. And let us know which of her seemingly endless names you prefer. But you can't guess ours ;) Welcome aboard!Follow us on our SocialsInstagram:

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38 - Breaking Up Is Hard To Do

Under the Waves ·

2025/05/10

What a wild ride this episode brings with the mysterious - and still very unsolved - sinking of the PS Waubuno. We know it went down in Georgian Bay off of Lake Huron, some of the pieces have been recovered, but what happened that fateful morning? Was the sinking foreseen in one woman's dream? Where can't you find the ship today? Join Michelle and Andrew as they tackle these questions in more on this week's story. Anchors Away!Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under

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50:16

37 - The Other St Peter

Under the Waves ·

2025/05/04

Today's episode has a special surprise. You'll have to tune in to find out, but hosts Andrew and Michelle are talking about the crazy tale of the sinking of the schooner St Peter. What made this story so wild to research? Are you hearing in double? And let's get to the surprise already! Well what are you waiting for? Hit play and join these two but beware, they are clearly off their rockers. Ahoy! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite:

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36 - Would've Been Loaves and Fishes

Under the Waves ·

2025/04/25

Climb aboard this week's episode all about the SS Chester A Congdon formerly known as the SS Salt Lake City. What was Lake Superior's first million dollar wreck? How many titles can one ship hold? And why are there so many bread calculations? Tune in this week to find out the answers and more. Anchors away!Great Lakes Region Maple Syrup Industry Helpful Links/More InfoGoFundMe Link at the bottom of this

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35 - An Illustrious Interview

Under the Waves ·

2025/04/18

Hello, ahoy, and welcome aboard a very special, long-awaited (on our side) episode of Under the Waves. Andrew and Michelle are joined by Corey Adkins, Communications and Content Director of the Great Lakes Historical Shipwreck Society! Corey has officially been a part of the GLSHS's board of directors since 2006 after becoming hooked on shipwrecks in 2000 after his introduction to the Edmund Fitzgerald and Whitefish Point. From working with CBS for 23 years to meeting the wonderful Gordon Lightfoot

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34 - Is Ohio Even Real?

Under the Waves ·

2025/04/11

Join Andrew and Michelle as they go off the rails and stay off the rails while talking about the results of last week's trivia episode (did you even listen to it yet??). How many of the stories did you get correct? Then the two settle in to discuss the unfortunate collision of the SS Ohio and the schooner barge Ironton. Find out what happened to these two ships along with the conditions they are in today. Anchors away! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves

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30:59

Dingy 3 - Shark Week

Under the Waves ·

2025/04/04

It's Shark Week everybody! Did you know sharks and the Great Lakes go way back? We didn't either! Join Andrew and Michelle as they get chummy talking about shark attacks, found sharks, migratory sharks, shark pranks, literally all things sharks in, on, around, and adjacent to the Great Lakes. Trust us, there is some-fin special about this sharp episode; you won't want to miss it! Jaws truly, A & M. Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite:

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33 - Lost and Found

Under the Waves ·

2025/03/28

Today's story is just in! Fresh off the press! Tune in to hear Andrew and Michelle talk about the newest discovery from the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society - the Western Reserve. In breaking news, this ship debuted back into the public. Learn how she was instrumental in changing ship building standards in the United States and Canada. Find out about the tragedy that took her down as well as the rejoicing upon being found again. Oh! And welcome aboard! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram:

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37:00

32 - Went Missing No More

Under the Waves ·

2025/03/21

Join Andrew and Michelle as they uncover what was already recently uncovered - the Adella Shores. From the "Went Missing" list to finally being found, this ship has had quite the journey brought to light by the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society and the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum. Learn all about christening a ship and why it might've suspiciously led to the Adella Shores' disappearance. Ahoy!Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite:

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31 - Baby You Light Up My World

Under the Waves ·

2025/03/14

It's Women's History Month and we're covering some remarkable female light keepers on the Great Lakes. Join us for not one, not two, not even three, but four stories of some of these phenomenal women and all of the twists and turns along the way. Tune in to find out what a beacon brat is and what does a television show have to do with anything? Welcome Aboard! Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite: www.underthewavespodcast.comSend us an

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30 - Upside Down

Under the Waves ·

2025/03/07

Welcome aboard this week's episode about the SS Cedarville. Join Andrew and Michelle as they learn more about this fascinating case, the mistakes leading up to her demise, and the court case that went along with it. Anchors away!Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite: www.underthewavespodcast.comSend us an email: underthewavespodcast@gmail.comFind our sources and show notes now located on our website as well as promo codes to get some great

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47:32

29 - A Mast-erful Disaster

Under the Waves ·

2025/03/01

Join Andrew and Michelle as they cover the haunting tale of Lydia Dale (you're welcome for the rhyme) who had the unfortunate fate of being onboard the doomed J. Hazard Hartzell with some not so great guys. Tune in to find out the significance of this dark tale and the story of the woman who was tied to a mast. Oh, and welcome aboard!Important Links to Learn More About Black History

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