Batten down the hatches! We’ve got the definition of an extra-special guest for this episode which features an in-depth (ahem) chat with Captain Don Walsh, PhD (USN - Retired). Yes, that Don Walsh – who piloted the Bathyscaphe Trieste to 35,797 ft in Challenger Deep of the Mariana Trench with Jacques Piccard on January 23, 1960. Don hopped on a call with Jason and James from his home in Oregon to chat about his history in the U.S. Navy, how he was selected for the famed deep-diving mission, what it was like to sink into depths unknown, and, of course, the watches involved in the mission (and those he and his son have collected since). For the TGN boys, this is a pinch-yourself moment as they chat with a legend of underwater exploration, aka. Mr. Challenger Deep.
A long time listener of the show from Australia; I must confess I didn’t think this episode would engage me as I don’t have a real interest/knowledge in diving, but I was absolutely riveted. Hands down one of the best, most interesting episodes ever! It’s made me want to find out more; fantastic interview!
Been listening to you since the beginning, but this episode takes the cake. Absolutely outstanding interview!
Phenomenal interview per the usual from The Grey Nato gents.
Don is a treasure. I am so glad you had a chance to speak to him and share his fascinating experiences with us. This was magnificent!
A long time listener of the show from Australia; I must confess I didn’t think this episode would engage me as I don’t have a real interest/knowledge in diving, but I was absolutely riveted. Hands down one of the best, most interesting episodes ever! It’s made me want to find out more; fantastic interview!
Really interesting episode. Don, is such an amazing character and at 91, wow, I hope we all last as long and as well as he has.
Awesome episode.
This episode is amazing! Started listening with breakfast before work and could not unglue myself. Decided to skip work to listen. Thanks so much.