Listen "Floating in Mobile, Alabama 1984"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we travel back to 1984 when Rob took on an adventurous sea-going maintenance job that took him from London to Mobile, Alabama. Boarding the Stena Seatrader, Rob joined the crew for a unique journey across the Atlantic, handling the ins and outs of maritime life as he worked alongside a skilled team.
Once they arrived in Alabama, the ship docked for dry-dock repairs, giving Rob the chance to get up close and personal with the gritty and vital maintenance needed to keep the vessel seaworthy.
Tune in to hear Rob's stories of life at sea, navigating shipboard duties, and experiencing life in Mobile's vibrant port. From the thrill of ocean travel to the hands-on work of dry dock, it’s an episode filled with maritime memories and Rob's reflections on an unforgettable job.
Once they arrived in Alabama, the ship docked for dry-dock repairs, giving Rob the chance to get up close and personal with the gritty and vital maintenance needed to keep the vessel seaworthy.
Tune in to hear Rob's stories of life at sea, navigating shipboard duties, and experiencing life in Mobile's vibrant port. From the thrill of ocean travel to the hands-on work of dry dock, it’s an episode filled with maritime memories and Rob's reflections on an unforgettable job.
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