Titanic: Ship of Dreams 13. Raise the Titanic
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Jun 23, 2025 
Join marine archaeologist James Delgado, who explored the Titanic wreck, former Titanic Belfast guide Pablo O’Hana, known for his critiques of RMST, and James Penca, host of the Witness Titanic podcast. They discuss the emotional journey of discovering the Titanic, the fierce ownership battle over salvaged artifacts, and the ethical dilemmas of preserving history versus commercialization. The guests also reflect on the lasting impact of the Titanic on popular culture, including its connections to modern tragedies and the complexities of remembrance.
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Ballard's Titanic Discovery
- Robert Ballard and his team discovered Titanic's wreck in 1985 after a decade-long search using sonar and submersibles.
- They found debris fields leading to the ship, confirming Titanic's resting place 4,000 meters underwater.
Titanic Split Revealed
- The wreck revealed Titanic had split in two before sinking, disproving earlier survivor claims denying the break.
- The extensive debris field holds artifacts that reveal the human stories aboard the ship.
No Human Bodies Remain
- Human bodies are absent from the wreck due to intense pressure and sea life consuming remains.
- Personal artifacts and forensic traces remain, marking Titanic as a sensitive, sacred site.