In Sophie Elmhirst's 'A Marriage at Sea,' a couple tries to keep themselves afloat

Sophie Elmhirst, a journalist and author, dives into the gripping tale of Maurice and Maralyn Bailey, who set sail in 1972 for an adventure that turns perilous when a whale sinks their boat. She shares how their struggle to survive for months at sea tested their relationship. Listeners hear about imaginative escapes and the deepening complexities of their bond amid desperation. Elmhirst emphasizes the unexpected joy in simple nourishment and the resilience that crises can unveil in personal connections.