For every new path that opens up, there’s someone with enough courage to walk down it first. In Ep. 61 of our new season of #SeaStory, Commander (ret.) Pam Holland talks about becoming one of the first women to serve on an aircraft carrier in the 1990s.

The Trailblazer

Never underestimate the healing power of the sea. On Ep. 62 of #SeaStory, this Sailor describes the overwhelming sense of peace he felt from honoring his late brother’s life in the waters of Cuba.

Silver Dollar

There’s no loyalty like hometown loyalty. On Ep. 63 of #SeaStory, a Sailor defends her New Orleans neighbors during Hurricane Isaac.

Isaac

No one is more fearless than a test pilot. On Ep. 64 of #SeaStory, the Sailor who landed the first F-18 Super Hornet on an aircraft carrier shares what it feels like to be in a high-stakes, high-pressure situation in the sky.

Touchdown

A picture’s always worth a thousand words. But in rare cases, pictures can replace full conversations. Listen to Ep. 65 of #SeaStory to hear this Mass Communication Specialist’s heartwarming experience with a local boy in Sri Lanka.

When you build submarines in Washington Navy Yard for a living, you get to take them out for a spin now and then. In Ep. 66 of #SeaStory, this Sailor reveals what most people never knew about living on a Navy sub, from the bunk space to workout facility to the paint color on the walls.

The Trials

When a life is on the line and every second counts, instinct is all you have. On Ep. 67 of #SeaStory, a Sailor dives into raging waters to save a shipmate without a second thought.

Sandstorm

Though Melanie Miller always loved helping people, she was never quite sure if ministry was her true calling. Then she became a Navy Chaplain, and Melanie’s evening prayers aboard the USS Stethem became a constant source of encouragement for her shipmates.

Evening Prayer

Sailors, wrestlers, and body slams. On Episode 1 of Sea Story, a welfare and recreation trip into San Francisco takes a crew of Sailors to a pro wrestling match, where things escalate fast. 

Story told by: Al Gorski.

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The Body Slam

Shark meets Sailor in Episode 2 of Sea Story. During a normal day of diving, one diver comes face to face with an enemy from the deep. 

Story told by: LCDR Vernon Cook.

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The Chew-On-Me's

In Episode 5 of Sea Story, these helicopter pilots get into the thick of it when they enter a mission to rescue the crew of a sinking oil tanker.

Story told by: CAPT David Bouve

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Oil and Water

In Episode 7 of Sea Story, an emergency MEDEVAC proves Sailors never know what kind of mission they're being called out for. 

Story told by: Chief Jeff Onion

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This is Real

On Episode 9 of Sea Story, a banana boat tour at sea takes a wild turn… or two.
 
Story told by: Enes Gutierrez
 
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Banana Boat

Two Sailors look death in the face on episode 10 of #SeaStory. 

Story told by: Danny Sawitsky and Dean Convos

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Code Blue

On Ep. 11 of #SeaStory, one Sailor is called to respond to an explosion on the flight deck. 

Story told by: Chief Jacob Hicks

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Fire on Deck

On Ep. 12 of #SeaStory: On the day that changed the U.S. forever, this Sailor didn’t want to believe her eyes.

Story told by: NCC Kathleen Jennings

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What's On TV

On Ep. 13 of #SeaStory: Palm Sunday services get a symbolic visit to their desert camp.

Story told by: Senior Chief Gilbert Dominguez

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Donkey in the Desert

Trying new things is important. On Ep. 14 of #SeaStory, a Sailor learns that “new” takes on a creepy, crawly meaning.

Story told by: CTTC Kaseem George

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The Cockroach

On Ep. 15 of #SeaStory Japan is hit with a tsunami and this Sailor and his team must find the strength to help a nation.

Story told by: Petty Officer 2nd Class Robert Eubank

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Tsunami

In the Navy, weakness is nothing but opportunity to grow stronger. On Ep.16 of #SeaStory this Sailor surprises even herself, transforming from a walker to a runner, a communicator to an aviator, and a citizen to a Sailor.

Story told by: LCDR Aveda Salas

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Becoming Strong

No fear is insurmountable. On Ep. 19 of #SeaStory, this Sailor puts worry aside to climb 3,700 feet up the tallest peak in Japan—Mount Fuji.

Story told by: YNC Ebony Campbell  

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Fuji

Sometimes looking to the past can reveal your future. On Ep. 21 of #SeaStory, this Sailor traverses the jungles of Laos to uncover the remains of a Vietnam War pilot.

Story told by: PR3 Reed

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Lost

You never know where the sea will take you. On Ep. 22 of #SeaStory, three Sailors journey beyond their borders and discover a world greater than themselves. 

Story told by: LCDR Mark Wrenchler, Nasir Pringle, James Verges and Kyle Young

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Port to Port

When you’re given criticism as a SEAL, you take it with a “Roger That.” On Ep. 23 of #SeaStory this Sailor shares the story of Michael Monsoor—a man who listened and learned from his leaders yet possessed bravery beyond what could be taught. 

Story told by: Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink

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Roger That

You’re only as wise as your dumbest tattoo. On Ep. 26 of #SeaStory, this Sailor shares his experience with Navy tattoos—the good, the bad and the very, very ugly. #ForgedByTheSea

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Story told by: Chief Grant Khanbalinov

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Tattoo

When you catch eyes with an international drug smuggler, the game is immediately on. In this bonus episode of #SeaStory one look sends this Rear Admiral chasing drugs across the Arabian gulf.

Story told by: RADM Brendan McLane

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BONUS EPISODE: Drug Problem

Naval Aviators must have perfect vision. But whether you're flying on a moonless pitch black night, or through the pelting rain of a storm at sea, perfect vision can't see a thing. In Episode 37 of #SeaStory this Admiral shares what it's like to fly through the Cascade Mountain range and land on the deck of an aircraft carrier relying solely on his instruments.

Story told by: RADM Doug Beal

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Take Flight

Imagine an island the size of a football stadium. Now, imagine that island racing at untold speeds through open seas, with your hand on the throttle. On Ep. 50 of #SeaStory, this nuclear throttleman tells a tale of propelling a 1,026-ton aircraft carrier through the ocean faster than he knew possible.

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Shakedown

Have you ever heard of a Pollywog? Ask any Sailor, and they'll know the story. On Episode 59 of Sea Story this Sailor describes one of our most time-honored traditions—crossing the equator to become a Shellback.

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Pollywog

Before hurricanes reach our shores, they can start as thunderstorms in the heart of Africa. Listen to Ep. 60 of #SeaStory to hear how this Sailor tracks storms from birth.

A Storm's Birth

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