Listen "The Treasure of Poverty Island"
Episode Synopsis
Legend has it that $400 million in Civil War era gold lays at the bottom of Lake Michigan. Our guest today may have found it.This week Cassidy sits down with Steve Libert, shipwreck hunter and founder of Great Lakes Exploration Group. Tune in to hear the origin of this gold and the many attempts to find it throughout history. Other topics include the Le Griffon (aka the "Holy Grail" of shipwrecks), historic diving practices, the Civil War, the Titanic, and the reason why Steve is not swimming in $400 million worth of gold. For any story ideas, advertisement inquiries, questions (or compliments), email [email protected] you a Northern Michigander who wants to start your own podcast through Big Mitten Media? Email [email protected] for more information*secret tip*If you go and rate the show 5 stars, then you have an opportunity to win either $400 million in gold, or the eternal appreciation of host Cassidy Hough. Both prizes are of equal value.
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