The Sea Stories Podcast

Steadfast and Courageous - Ft. USN Veteran Henry H. - Adam, Joe and Josh

In this episode, we sit down with Henry H., a former Cryptologic Technician (CTR) in the United States Navy, to hear his firsthand experiences serving in uniform. Henry shares what life was like in the Navy, the realities of the CTR community, lessons learned along the way, and how his time in service shaped who he is today. As a special nod to this milestone, we’re giving a shoutout to USS Stethem (DDG-63) in honor of our 63rd episode—an Arleigh Burke–class destroyer commissioned in 1995, proudly sailing under the motto “Steadfast and Courageous.” Fair winds and following seas to the crew past and present. Whether you’re a veteran, currently serving, or just curious about Navy life, this episode delivers authentic sea stories straight from the deckplates.

Protect Your People - Ft. USN Veteran Dom M. - Adam, Joe and Josh

Welcome aboard the latest episode of the Sea Stories Podcast! This week, we give a special shoutout to the USS Fitzgerald (DDG-62) in honor of our 62nd episode. Our featured guest is Dom M., a former U.S. Navy Fire Controlman and CIWS Technician, who brings a ton of salty wisdom and hilarious insight to the mic. From boot camp memories to deployment tales, shop banter, and all the gritty realities of life aboard a warship. Whether you're active duty, a vet, or just a fan of Navy life, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and real-deckplate perspective.

Par Excellence - With Adam, Andy, Drew, Joe, Josh

Welcome to the latest episode of the Sea Stories Podcast! Join the crew as they share wild and hilarious Navy stories over a round of beers. Each episode, we pick a beer theme, swap sea stories, and wrap up with a quick beer review. In this episode, we dive into some of the most outrageous Navy-related content found on Reddit and X (formerly Twitter). From legendary shipboard antics to unbelievable internet debates, we break down the best (and worst) the online world has to offer—all while reminiscing about our own salty experiences. Grab a cold one and settle in for laughs, memories, and a little beer talk. Cheers!

The Courage to Prevail - Ft. FCC (ret.) Chavez - Adam, Andy, Joe, Josh

Welcome to the Sea Stories Podcast. In this episode 60 we give a shout out to the USS Paul Hamilton (DDG-60). Then we interview Fire Controlman Chief (retired) DJ Chavez about his Naval service. He gives us the scoop on his ridiculous deployment mustache and what is was like on the 200+ days at see during, what was dubbed as, the corona cruise.

What's Up With The Navy - Answering Navy Reddit Comments Again - Adam, Andy, Drew, Joe, Josh

The Crew is fully manned and curious as to what is on the minds of this current generation of Sailors. The Sea Stories gang responds to r/navy comments.