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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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28 - June Showers Bring May Flowers

Under the Waves ·

2025/02/21

Mayflowers and mayflowers and May Flowers, oh my! What are Andrew and Michelle talking about today? Why the May Flower of course! And no, it's not the original Mayflower but it might as well be for Lake Superior. Say Mayflower one more time. Tune in this week to learn all about mayflowers and more on a ship that adds intrigue to Great Lakes underwater archeology - the May Flower. Welcome aboard! Important Links to Learn More About Black History

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81:41

Dingy 2 - Lighthouse Murders

Under the Waves ·

2025/02/14

Join Michelle and her guest, Nicole Horne for an extra special dinghy episode all about lighthouses and murder and ghosts, oh my! Michelle covers the South Bass Island Lighthouse and all of its lore including a mention from a famous book series? Tune in to find out which one! Nicole dives into the mysterious cold case surrounding the Grand Island North Lighthouse for a whodunnit on the Great Lakes with plenty of speculations to go around. We hope you enjoy this special treat created just for you

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49:38

27 - Special Delivery!

Under the Waves ·

2025/02/14

Happy Valentine's Day! Andrew and Michelle are bringing something different and something special your way to show you their appreciation. Join them as they talk about the MV J.W. Westcott II and her tales of being the only floating non-military zip code in the world. What does this mean? Tune in to this week's episode and find out! Welcome aboard, one and all!Important Follow-up Links to Learn More About Black History

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26 - From Wreckage to Refuge

Under the Waves ·

2025/02/07

It's Black History Month! Join Andrew and Michelle as they talk about the bravery of those who fled on the Underground Railroad, especially in the Great Lakes region. Learn about what freedom ships were, how remembering the past helps prepare us for a better tomorrow, and don't worry, there's a shipwreck in there too. Learn about the Home and her secret past before being lost for around 152 years! Welcome aboard, one and all! Important Follow-up Links to Learn More About Black History Month:

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48:08

25 - The Sputnik of Superior

Under the Waves ·

2025/01/31

Outer space and shipwrecks and obscure references, oh my! Join hosts Andrew and Michelle as they talk about the accidental discovery of the missing tugboat Satellite. No, it's not a space exploring machine, it's a really cool ship with a mysterious past and a whole lotta luck with being found. Tune in today and see how many entertainment references you can count. Thanks for joining!Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite:

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49:32

24 - The Big Badger's Reign

Under the Waves ·

2025/01/24

Welcome aboard this week's episode about the Badger - one of the last coal-powered steamships to run on the Great Lakes. What makes her stand out from other ships like her? What twist is in store for you to find out? Tune in with hosts Andrew and Michelle as they talk a lot about railroads, steamships, badgers, and even the game of Monopoly. Follow us on our SocialsInstagram: @underthewavespodcastFacebook: Under the Waves PodcastWebsite: www.underthewavespodcast.comSend us an email:

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45:16

23 - The Ghost Did It

Under the Waves ·

2025/01/17

Join Andrew and Michelle this week as they talk about the mysterious disappearance of the Erie Board of Trade. Oooh, spooky! Well, the boat itself wasn't, but was her demise the revenge of a petty and jilted ghost? Was the ship cursed? Did the ship exist at all? Are ghost ships even real? And what has been haunting Michelle's apartment?? Tune in this week for all the exclusive details and exciting twists about a boat who's name is a little yawn-worthy however her story is anything but. Welcome

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50:53

22 - One Hull of a Problem

Under the Waves ·

2025/01/10

Welcome back to Michelle, Andrew, and all of their wonderful listeners to this week's episode and the first time recording together in too long. Excuse the extra wily-ness of these two as they discuss the not-so-tragic, yet tragic loss of the David W. Mills. From tangents to motorbike races to swimming squirrels to illnesses and everything in-between, sit back, settle in, grab some popcorn and enjoy the show. Oh, and welcome aboard

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69:10

21 - And Then There Were Two

Under the Waves ·

2025/01/03

Happy New Years! Join your favorite sibling duo, Michelle and Andrew, as they cover the tragic loss of the Carl D Bradley. If this story sounds familiar, it's because it closely echoes the loss of the Edmund Fitzgerald. The twist? This sinking *spoiler alert!* occurred about 17 years prior. Find out the soggy details on this week's episode oh, and welcome aboard

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65:30

20 - The Night It All Went Down

Under the Waves ·

2024/12/28

We made it to episode 20! Join Andrew and Michelle as they cover not one, not two, but three shipwrecks that all happened on the same fateful night in 1940. However, they didn't cause each other to sink. So what happened to the SS Anna C. Minch, the SS William B. Davock, and the SS Novadoc? Tune in this week to find out that and more. Welcome aboard good ole number 20

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49:10

19 - The Christmas Tree Ship

Under the Waves ·

2024/12/23

Happy Holidays and welcome aboard this week's episode! Andrew and Michelle cover the wonderful yet tragic lore of the Rouse Simmons, the Christmas tree ship, and her beloved captain, Captain Herman "Santa" Schuenemann. The legacy of the Rouse Simmons lives on today with the USCGC Mackinaw making the same trip for the past 25 years. Tune in this week for some holiday cheer

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18 - The Making of a Ghost Ship | Part 2

Under the Waves ·

2024/12/14

Welcome aboard part two about Le Griffon, one of the most notorious Ghost Ships on the Great Lakes. Join Andrew and Michelle as they go through some potential occurrences that happened to cause the loss of this ship. Is it technically found? Is it still missing? Find out on this week's episode of Under the

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17 - The Making of a Ghost Ship | Part 1

Under the Waves ·

2024/12/06

Hosts Andrew and Michelle dive into a history lesson regarding the making and build-up of Le Griffon. Le Griffon, now seen as a ghost ship, was the second European ship to sink on the Great Lakes following the Frontenac which was actually en route to and carrying supplies for the building of Le Griffon. Settle down to enjoy this step back in time and learn more about Le Griffon prior to her sinking... or disappearance? Find out next week. Anchors

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39:49

16 - Like Ships in the Night

Under the Waves ·

2024/11/29

Join hosts Andrew and Michelle as they discuss the making of the St. Lawrence Seaway along with one of the worst shipwrecks on the St. Lawrence River. In 1963, the SS Roonagh Head and the MV Tritonica didn't pass like ships in the night, they collided in a very unfortunate wreck that put all parties involved to blame. Welcome aboard this Great Lakes adjacent shipwreck episode.

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15 - Mussel Herders and Cow Thugs

Under the Waves ·

2024/11/22

This week's episode sounds more like a trip to the gym than a shipwreck, at least initially. Join hosts Andrew and Michelle as they learn about the wide-spreading mussel (not muscle) problem of the Great Lakes, but how these little buggers have inadvertently helped uncover the long lost SS Africa. So come out of your shells, don't clam up now, and come aboard this shuck-filled adventure! Okay, maybe they went a bit overboard, but they crack themselves up. These jokes practically write

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34:04

14 - A Good Ole Sport

Under the Waves ·

2024/11/16

Join hosts Andrew and Michelle as they unbiasedly cover perhaps the cutest little boat they've learned about yet. Meet Sport - a 1873 tugboat who holds the titles of being the first steel tugboat on the Great Lakes, the first vessel made out of Bessemer steel (the new way to process steel) in North America, and the first shipwreck in Michigan to receive her own Michigan Historical Marker. Join your hosts in getting attached to one of the cutest things to float on the lakes and welcome

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36:52

13 - Niagara In The Lake

Under the Waves ·

2024/11/09

Some shipwrecks are just so old that facts can be a bit contradicting. The PS Niagara is one of those wrecks. Join hosts Michelle and Andrew as they weed through the probable embellishments that make the storytelling about the night the PS Niagara went down even more intense. And listen in for how the ship almost claimed two more modern-day lives as well as the uncovering of a small doll that survived the

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12 - A Work of Ingenuity

Under the Waves ·

2024/11/02

Welcome aboard this week's episode! Join Andrew and Michelle as they learn about the SS Appomattox, one of the largest wooden steamships and built by the famed James Davidson. Tragically, her working life was cut short when she ran aground off the coast of Wisconsin on November 2, 1905. Come learn the ins and outs of the fascinating wooden bulk carriers that dominated the Great Lakes for a time. Anchors

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66:53

Dingy 1 - Halloween Special

Under the Waves ·

2024/10/31

Happy Halloween! We're ending spooky season by bringing an extra special BONUS episode your way. Welcome to Dinghies - the little tag-alongs to main episodes (though this one is a bit larger than a regular dinghy). Join your hosts, Michelle and Andrew as they share lore and spooky happenings from each of the Great Lakes. But the biggest mystery of them all might be: which ones do you

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41:15

11 - The Ship That Sank Twice

Under the Waves ·

2024/10/25

Join your hosts, Michelle and Andrew, as they talk about the ship that sunk twice - the C.B. Lockwood. The Lockwood, holding a few titles during her lifetime, has quite the history around her location and eventual disappearance. Her story uncovers interesting facts about Lake Erie, an influx of new technology, and spooky finds, under the waves. Climb aboard

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