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Community Episodes

Celebrate the camaraderie and spirit of the shanty community, highlighting fundraising efforts and the various initiatives supported by the crew.
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Jan. 4, 2026

Pride of Britain Charity Concert Highlights!

We're diving into some heartfelt waters this time around, folks! First off, we’re dedicating this whole episode to the amazing Barbara, Chile's mum, who recently passed. She was a superhero in her own right, always championing the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew and doing incredible work in her community. We’re feeling all the feels as we remember her spirit and the impact she had on our lives. But it's not all somber vibes; we also get into the nitty-gritty of a fantastic collaborative concert we p...
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Dec. 4, 2025

St. Ives Shanty Shout Vibes: Celebrating Music, Community, and Fundraising!

We’re diving into some seriously exciting news this time around! The Port of Bristol Shanty Crew has officially smashed through the £50,000 mark in fundraising for the Teenage Cancer Trust, and let me tell you, that’s a monumental feat! We’re gonna share all the juicy details on how we pulled this off, from rocking gigs to heartwarming donations from our amazing fans and supporters. Plus, we’ve got some fun anecdotes and laughs, all while we get hyped for our live show at the St. Ives Shanty Sho...
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Aug. 4, 2025

Set Sail for Fun: Our Adventures at the Pirates in the Port Fest!

Ahoy there, mateys! This time around, we're diving deep into the shanty scene at the Pirates in the Port Festival in Newport, where we had the absolute pleasure of supporting our pals, the Boys of Brin. We're all about celebrating sea shanties and folk music, and let me tell ya, this festival was a treasure trove of tunes and good vibes! We’ll be sharing our adventures from gigs, like the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival, to our regular sessions at the Nova Scotia Hotel. Plus, we’ve go...
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Jan. 4, 2025

Spanish Oranges and Sea Stories: A Shanty Song Unveiled

This episode of Shipshape and Bristol Fashion celebrates the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew's achievements over the past month, particularly highlighting their successful fundraising efforts for the Teenage Cancer Trust, surpassing £40,000 raised. Ash, a member of the crew, shares insights about their busy December filled with gigs, including a memorable performance at the Bank Tavern and the sale of their unique charity calendars. The crew reflects on their experiences, the joy of singing shanties...
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Oct. 4, 2024

Meet Herbie the Cabin Boy: The Youngest Star of the Shanty Crew

Join the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew as they celebrate their vibrant community and the joy of sea shanty singing in this lively podcast episode. The crew reflects on their recent performances, including highlights from the Bristol Shanty Festival, where they showcased their talent and camaraderie. Listeners are introduced to Old Bill, a cherished member of the crew, who shares his journey into shanty singing and the fun experiences that come with it. The episode also features special moments wit...
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Sept. 4, 2024

Chili's First Gig: A Spicy Addition to the Crew!

We’re diving into some sea shanty shenanigans this month, and trust me, you don’t want to miss it! We’re introducing our newest crew member, Chili, who’s ready to spice things up and share his wild stories about joining the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew. We’ll also be chatting with Skipper and Ash, getting the scoop on their journeys and what brought them to this ragtag band of merry sea singers. Plus, we've got some fun audio clips from our summer gigs, including our biggest event yet at Valleyfe...
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Aug. 4, 2024

Sailing into Good Vibes: Celebrating 10 Years with Teenage Cancer Trust

The Teenage Cancer Trust unit, also known as ‘Area 61,’ hosted a 10th anniversary celebration for patients, families and hospital staff at Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC). The Crew were invite to attend a sing a few songs! https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/latest-news/duchess-of-york-helps-celebrate-10-years-of-bhoc-teenage-and-young-adult-unit/print Dontate by clicking this link https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/POBShantyCrew Theme song provided by Kale A. Deane Mentioned in this e...
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May 4, 2024

Bishop's Palace & Gardens, Fish and Art

Book your tickets to see the crew at https://pobshantycrew.co.uk/ Donate to Teenage Cancer Trust https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/POBShantyCrew Theme song provided by Kale A. Deane Mentioned in this episode: Nova Scotia Chapters
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March 5, 2024

Nobby and The Rev

Book your tickets to see the crew at https://pobshantycrew.co.uk/ Donate to Teenage Cancer Trust https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/POBShantyCrew Theme song provided by Kale A. Deane Mentioned in this episode: Nova Scotia Chapters
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Feb. 17, 2024

Port of Bristol Shanty Crew: Where Fun Meets Fundraising on the High Seas

Join the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew as they set sail on their musical journey in the Shipshape and Bristol Fashion Podcast. This lively podcast celebrates the crew’s passion for traditional working shanties and modern maritime songs, all while supporting the Teenage Cancer Trust through their performances. The crew, founded in February 2022, is a vibrant group of friends dedicated to fun and friendship, aiming to entertain with their nautical tunes. Throughout the series, listeners will get to ...
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