

#1561 The Titan and the Titanic
Aug 22, 2023
David Nicandri, an explorer, reflects on the risks taken by those who go where no man has gone before. The podcast discusses the disasters of the submersible Titan and the continuing allure of the Titanic. It explores the parallels between exploration and thrill-seeking, selective outrage towards wealthy individuals, and lessons from underwater vs. space programs. The speakers also reflect on our society's attitude towards risk and death and the quest for meaning and the human spirit in exploration.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploration, Thrill-seeking, and the Controversial Rescue Attempt
03:57 • 20min
Exploring the Background and Naming of a Vessel
23:49 • 2min
Selective Outrage towards Wealthy Individuals
25:23 • 8min
Lessons from Disasters: Exploring Underwater vs. Space Program
33:07 • 15min
Reflections on Genesis, Tragedy, and the Surprising Depth of James Cameron
48:23 • 2min
The Quest for Meaning and the Human Spirit
50:24 • 3min