BULK CARRIER LOADING IN NOVA SCOTIA | NO SLEEP | SHIP'S vLOG 6 | LIFE AS A SAILOR

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[@zzzzz77771]

This is legitimately one of my favourite channels. Really enjoy seeing the day to day life of a sailor. Keep up the good work, it's a great channel

[@CarleBrisson]

Thanks for taking the time to share your life aboard a bulk carrier. 99% of us don't get to see this type of existence. Hats off to YOU for taking the time to film theses moments when you would probably rather be sleeping while you can. Love the content - keep it coming!

[@presspound7358]

Honest work and honest reporting. Doesn’t get more real or more earnest. Nobody on board feels any guilt when collecting their paycheque that’s for sure. Great vlog 👍🇨🇦

[@sachadee.6104]

As a truck driver I can relate of not getting enough sleep. But this was very cool for me to see because that Causeway you were moored next to is on my steady run from New Brunswick to the Newfoundland ferry. I often wondered what was going on with that mountain (quarry).

[@nateb-runs5053]

Worked like a mad dog for the gold mines just like this for almost 7 years. Before that I was in the army and worked alot to but nothing like a mines schedule as a millwright/welder. Week in week out, running on little to no sleep and fumes, pulling 90 plus hour work weeks. It sucks ass especially when you have 3 to 6 hours of sleep time and your tired all day but then you lay down in bed and boom your mind is racing and you cant sleep... sometimes it can be the lowest of lows, but tell you what, once you get through that misery and hell, it is so accomplishing. You will look at normal jobs that work 9 to 5 and laugh.

[@davidremy4470]

Your really earning your pay on this trip Joe, every penny. Very interesting stuff, and your a good story teller, thanks for bringing us along, safe travels.

[@mowguy1]

The sleep deprivation was a real thing for us when I served in the navy aboard a combat supply ship. Unrep at sea during the day and loading pallets in the cargo hold afterward for the next day. Oh yeah standing watch too. Just wanted to fall down and pass out for a few.

[@rp1645]

Randy first and foremost I thank you for Navy Service. I think supply Ships are the most Important part of the Navy. It's just all glamour to watch movies about Top Gun pilots. But guess what, just like your long hour( want to fall asleep) YOU my friend are the guys and gals that supplies the Aircraft Carrie with FOOD & Jet Fuel. What you did in my Humble opinion was the most important job at Sea by the Navy.

[@mowguy1]

@@rp1645 thank you

[@驫如願以償]

Unrep; Replenishment at sea (RAS) (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation/Commonwealth of Nations) or underway replenishment (UNREP) (U.S. Navy) is a method of transferring fuel, munitions, and stores from one ship to another while under way.

[@paulconnors2078]

Hi Joe, I live in NJ and am far too old to do what you did but, I sure do enjoy each and every one of your videos! You have a great voice for narration. Please keep these coming!

[@bakerbill4274]

You'd be surprised how many of us are over 50!

[@paulconnors2078]

@@bakerbill4274 The last time I saw 50 was 18 years ago!

[@medler2110]

@@bakerbill4274 Is this because younger people aren't attracted to the job, or they can't get into the industry? We see a similar thing with Truck driving, I see very few drivers under 50, know several over 70, the reasons for this are many and varied.

[@bakerbill4274]

@@medler2110 it's always been like this. I think it's a lack of awareness of the industry for the most part.

[@fellspoint9364]

A lot of young bucks don’t want to be away from home and doing manual work. Some real candy asses.

[@JHruby]

Absolutely mesmerizing. This channel is a visual feast, the photography and narrative are just beautiful. Well done.

[@benk2755]

This video is why KZbin was made in the first place and you are on your way dude. Congrats and keep on keepin' on bro!

[@jsprings4241]

Hey man been watching your videos for awhile now been really depressed with life. Trying to find a A career or a path in life and I been doing A lot of soul searching. Your channel has really motivated me to got be a sailer not really for the money but for that adventure and to see other places around the world if I can. I hope to one day meet you on a ship and thank you for helping me on a path in life.

[@georgeowen2083]

If you think you’re going to get to go do a lot of sight seeing you are lying to yourself or someone is lying to you. It’s a lot hard work, and endless boredom. The money is decent but remember they pay you per day and a slow day is 12 hours and they aren’t afraid to work you for 3 days straight. I don’t know how old you are but it’s definitely a young man’s job. That’s why you don’t see many old men who are merchant marines and the few you do see are captains or first mates. I hope you find your way. But know no matter where you run there you are.

[@asad5067]

im depresed too. do you know which boat job has a better sleep schedule?

[@Sina.575]

​@@georgeowen2083 hey Man. i recently finished my maritime institute after 4 years but i don't know if i should go and work on a cargo ship or a cruise ship or something else. any advice ?

[@harrylemhust1881]

No money on cruise ships if you are an American citizen. If you want to travel join the SIU and grab a tramp bulker or tanker. The oil field has a lot of work too on supply boats and drillships. I did 7 years as Chief Mate on a drilling ship in the Gulf of Mexico. It paid a lot more than the bulkers did but its tedious sitting in one spot drilling. I loved working on the bulkers.

[@jsprings4241]

@@harrylemhust1881 going to siu been working at it for a year finally going in November I’ll keep the supply ships and oil ships on mind. Thanks man

[@yakanglernj8798]

The opening shots were fantastic! The effort you put in to making these videos really shows in the quality of the content. This is my favorite channel! Awesome stuff Joe!

[@stuffandjunkandthings364]

I swear there is no cold like north atlantic cold, aside from maybe high altitude winter in Afghanistan. The cold just seems to seep into every inch of you, and it takes literally hours to shake it. I swear it never really leaves you, because you see images like these, and if you've ever experienced it, you'll feel that little shiver run through you, as if that cold is still there, lingering, just waiting for the chance to once again take you into its icy embrace. I'm in Texas, it is cool here today (in the 80's for a high), but seeing the frozen landscape and deck brought back chills from the many frigid adventures of my life- I really did stop the video part-way through to change into a long sleeved shirt. I may go do some yard work to see if I can shake this chill. Good story-telling allows folks who have never lived through a situation the opportunity to experience it in detail, and brings those experiences right back for those who have been though them (or something similar). This video is a master-class. Get some rest, stay safe, and I look forward to the next one.

[@beckyumphrey2626]

North Atlantic is the bowels of.floating cold.steel is torture cold.

[@LilysElves]

You are a great narrator/storyteller I love watching these videos I recently found your channel and have been binge watching! Very interesting! From a land lubber wishing for the sea!

[@Rob_S_Z06]

Congrats on 50k! You have a good recipe for success: keep your head down , work hard and take us along for the ride 🇺🇸

[@tomhaney5186]

I absolutely loved working on the dirt boats! Bulkers were always the most fun. Right after the Valdez all the druggies and drunks had to get off the tankers. Straight to the bulkers with them.

[@jeffvandenberg8422]

I know all about sleep deprivation. At times I've been up for 3 days in a row. I have many friends who work on the lake freighters and ships. They get the same kind of feel. I love this channel keep the videos coming. That is one piece of Canada I've never been too. Be safe and healthy. Cheers 🍻 from Sarnia Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@andrewlangridge8619]

Yep, its hard graft and you have to pull together, always takes me back to my days as an AB in the British merchant fleet. This is by far my fav channel to watch and I appreciate the time you put in to it! Safe on m8

[@isaacthehuman6343]

As a navy sailor I understand the watches and how tiresome they can be if they fall on the wrong day, no sleep, so much work, Keep it up,

[@mueckenhoeffer]

Time to learn to sew like a good sailor! That poor jacket!

[@rs2352]

Well done, captured the essence of the experience! Working my way up, experienced similar ops as an AB & as Second Mate and as Third Mate. Fatigue at this level just plain hurts.......

[@Mendo707mx]

Such a fascinating series, thanks man! Your b roll and editing are really great!

[@calebmills7086]

what is the cargo?

[@calebmills7086]

What is the cargo

[@bakerbill4274]

@@calebmills7086 rocks. Seriously, just rock.

[@justinmorgan4568]

I think the thing that'd keep me going during these moments is knowing that your entire crew is suffering with you... You're not alone. That's where bonds are made and understanding amongst one another is created.

[@Eddie_Murphy1965]

I like Joe's videos as he is always open, honest and tells you what life is like in the merchant navy. Keep them coming Joe.

[@noodlepipkin]

Dude! I felt your despair! The sleep deprivation is the worst. I work in healthcare in UK and this resonated with me 😂

[@rockkitty100]

To be young again!! I wouldn't make it a week Joe, enjoy the youth and hard work. Great videos and please keep them coming!!!!

[@markalexander5124]

Love it! Mut tell you I appreciate you. Its boys like you who keep the wheels of the world turning for the rest of us.

[@kathywolfe6606]

Loved the song"everyday you work down here you're two days closer to death". Great video. I could sense the tiredness and sleep deprivation in your eyes. Here's to sunny days and plenty of sleep.

[@jeffhatterban]

Glad you enjoyed the song! It is "the chemical workers song" by great big sea. I'm hoping to get a version up when I'm back on land -jeff Hátterban (singer in this video)

[@scottborham2838]

I load (unload at times) wheat and grain to and from ships in the Port of Newcastle in Australia. I watched your video of you loading wheat in Houston and taking it to Djibouti. That was fascinating seeing the difference in loading and unloading. I have watched a few of your videos they're awesome and informative. Was interesting to see in this video you doing hatch changes. We are lucky that for most hatch changes we can just move the loader and not the ship . But on occasions the ship has to be moved . I had to observe a hatch change just last week where they had to move the ship. It was only moved 10 meters to finish off loading the hatch . But I seen how much effort the crew had to put in just for that short distance. So when I seen you moving to different hatches with out tugs assisting It was unbelievable. My hat goes off to you and the crew. Keep up the great videos and smooth sailing Joe.

[@neilreid2298]

So good to see more vids Joe. Incredibly long hours- gotta believe stuff gets messed up because the crew is hyper tired. A tip of the hat to you all for helping keep the economy going.

[@ianbauer4703]

You've the best edits of any sailor I've watched on the Internet. Keep up the good work and safe travels.

[@martinlindholm3125]

Thanks for a great video, so nice to enjoy it from the comfort of a warm and cozy couch. Thank you and the rest of the crew for the work you do.

[@sailingeric]

I use to do a lot of offshore sailing before Covid and getting 3 hours of sleep is a luxury when sailing on a 45 ft sailboat couple hundred of miles off shore non stop for a week or more, and often that 3 hours is not in a row. As awful as it sounds, there is no other place I would rather be than on watch at sunrise at sea. Thankfully I am going to go sailing in a couple weeks!

[@ianbahn7193]

Hi Joe, Great Vids. Takes me back to my time in the Merchant Navy and this vid reminds me of the two years I spent on a bulker running bauxite from up the Demerara River, Guyana. 6 Holds and a shift using ropes (including turning the ship) for every hold. A real ball breaker and I stuck it for two years!. Keep up the good work and Happy Daze!

[@mikemaccracken3112]

Thankfully I was a Day 3rd Engineer and rarely stood a watch. I like the warmth of engine room and repairing deck equipment in fair weather😊. I do remember when I was a deck machinist the freezing cold of the Aleutian Islands in January❄️. Thanks for the videos Joe.

[@deanrotering879]

That opening was as good as any movie. I appreciate that you show everything meaning the good parts of the job and the less good parts of the job. 😅

[@JoeFranta]

Thanks Dean! this was definitely one of the darker times pn the ship, but glad you enjoyed it brother!

[@paullandreville5394]

Excellent video Joe. I'm a 31 year Teamster Union guy. Being blue collar makes me proud, but it can be damn hard work.

[@pepere2205]

We would stare at each other with bloodshot eyes and ask, "When's the last time you saw me in my bunk?" Absolutely could not remember if it was yesterday or the day before. Life is a blur aboard ship. Thanks for the accurate reporting, Joe.

[@FrederickRH1]

Your videos just keep getting better and better. Thanks for sharing your journeys.

[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

Joe I was a roofer from Miami Florida, I partied all night showed up and worked all day then partied the next night. You have to remember 1970’s and 80’s Miami, the city built on snow. Although I don’t recommend it. Thanks for the video, stay safe. Always watching from Panama City Florida, USA. 🇺🇸. No Snow Just Breeze !

[@capt_ramius]

Forest Gump: “I guess sometimes there just aren’t enough rocks” This port: “Hold my beer.”

[@rev8605]

That’s a pretty good video, Joe. You definitely have a talent beyond working on a boat.

[@cryptosail0r]

I like your channel cuz it shows the life at sea in its raw unfiltered bittersweet reality. I drive those big trucks you see in the background in a different mine up north in Canada and when I saw them I could just imagine how they wish they were on one of these ships coming and going. Because I'd trade places anytime. Regardless of the fatigue, the dirt, the cold, the dust, the snow, wind and rain, you get to MOVE. Being an AB, or OS, at least you're not confined in a piece of machinery all day, your scenery changes, your day is never the same. Can't wait to get out at sea. Your videos are inspiring bro. Keep 'em coming.

[@carolleclair2559]

Love your videos- and learning more about the ships, what you do. I work in the maritime business for a shipping company and it’s nice to actually see what I’m doing on my job.

[@allansr100]

I’m liking these tell it like it is videos. Please stay safe and keep up the great work.

[@psjasker]

God bless you brother! It’s nice to see young men with grit and stamina - no whining, no narcissistic victimhood. Just taking care of business …

[@johnbrooks3832]

Enjoying this series Joe.I sailed for Eighteen years from 1965 to 1983

[@markakira8988]

Every time a coworker or even myself b***hes and complains about work I always smile when I realize that millions of others (billions worldwide) have it far, far worse.

[@roythousand13]

Complaining is a common way of coping with an uncomfortable situation. I try not to complain too much, but ever once and while you got to let it out.

[@bustymaiden]

Workers of the world, unite!

[@Sina.575]

​@@bustymaidenyou sound like Lenin lmao

[@LightHausLiverpool1]

😮

[@geraldmahoney4856]

We would often vent our frustrations. But, we still appreciated our employment.

[@salmonking01]

Definitely a young mans job. Keep up the good work.

[@kevi.h8609]

Another good one Joe. Remember the those bloody shift ships loading iron ore in Whyalla Sth. Australia in the early 1960's we had sleepless nights also, great video mate , take care and smooth sailing, Cheers from Tasmania😀

[@nickkercheval2704]

I find this channel fascinating. Joe, you have a great delivery!

[@rackets001]

Moral of the story: Next time you enjoy walking or riding down a concrete sidewalk or road, think about all the work it took to get that material to you! Some mariners may have spent weeks working to get to port and load that gravel just to bring it to the next crew that mixed it then took it to the next crew that laid it on the rebar and framing that they spent weeks building.

[@gordon1545]

True moral of the story: guys are exploited so that it's cheaper for us to walk or ride down the street. They should have maximum hours and minimum rest breaks, because they're working with dangerous machinery and cargo. If they make a mistake caused by the brain-fog Joe's showing in this video, workers die.

[@nusleta]

this is by far the most poetic video i've seen about working on a ship. and i've seen them all. cool man. a piece of art

[@joeljoseph2809]

Love the intro and the soundtrack throughout, Awesome Job.

[@alanmoffat4680]

Great to see and hear what modern merchant sailors work is like. Muck liked vlog. Keep it up, mate

[@ClockworkGFX]

I don't know if I know another channel that is as underrated as this channel. Amazing content.

[@HandyMan657]

Hey Frank. Thanks for turning my ears onto Jeff. RIght on brother. Fair winds and following fresh water waves

[@tastybread7304]

Joe I dig these VLOGs you do. Also, if you get a chance, could you do a segment on the food aboard ship? Like a few days worth of what you eat would be cool.

[@sanfranciscobay]

Sleep Deprivation is horrible. It increases the chance of injury etc. You'd think they could bring temporary workers aboard to move the Ship so the long term workers could sleep.

[@mclpoison7882]

A lot like working drill rigs, always something to do a zero rest. Feel for ya but it pays off in the long run due to the experience.

[@jackyleecs]

The location covered in snow looks so mystical. Good job for pulling through the tough 3 days. Thank you for making this video. Cheers from Singapore!

[@Steven-hk7bs]

Get them Joe love the video about to get slammed by a hurricane safe travels to you and the crew on the boat

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Excellent video.. Thank you.

[@nedflanders7352]

I felt your pain. Great story. I love these.

[@rogwen]

Auld's Cove is the name of the place, across the water from Port Hastings.

[@DconBlueZ]

Man, that was a rough one. Thanks for the video, always enjoy watching.

[@avikingman]

I love you your videos man. Remains me mye years on Norwegian ships. My first ship in 1978 was O-O ( oil and ore) ship Fern Star which was 102 0 00 and the worlds biggest OOShip att that time and my last was OO Högh Hill which was 310000. I have been in this seres in Hawkesbury I think it was called. We were loading plaster for South Georgia. - Brunswick. Greetings from Oslo Norway

[@alanhannigan9944]

Joe i live in a fishing town in Ireland, maybe you've heard of Arklow Shipping,think they could be mainly European coast bulk hauling,I've a cousin who's nearly finished his Master Mariner degree,his from a sea fairing family,so it's nice to see him carry on the tradition going one further and been Captain of a ship some day,proud of you AON 🇮🇪☘️ 🍀

[@martinosborne2842]

Arklow were around when I was at sea in1982, I remember being in a lock with one of the new/newer ships called the Arklow Dawn, lovely looking ship. I was working for crescent shipping at the time👍👍

[@alanhannigan9944]

@@martinosborne2842 Arklow Dawn was a beauty,most of the fleet is new now,it's came a long way since 82,used to be called Irish Shipping,best of luck 🇮🇪 🍀

[@martinosborne2842]

@@alanhannigan9944 I see what you mean, just went on their website!! Wow!!! Very impressive. I was only a "super" decline in my time, my older brother was a master working for various companies, he retired last year after spending the last 16 years or so working as a river pilot on the humber👍👍

[@martinosborne2842]

Deckie although I probably was in decline at the time🤣😂

[@alanhannigan9944]

@@martinosborne2842 haha,no the feeling mate,the merchant ships today are like hotels, compared back in my uncles day's on the trampers 60's to mid 70's they were patching the hull at every port,not very inspiring, actually terrifying

[@x...CrankyOldMan...x]

simple yet very good video... enjoy the feel and your personal touch..

[@tdecker2937]

You’re doing a great job, I never knew this subject matter would be so interesting

[@JSmith-pq6gn]

Yes this is one of the best channels. It reminds me of my days in the Navy with Tugboat duty. You are awesome Joe. The best!

[@adimeter]

The camera work is doing a great job in helping me understand what is going on. Thanks.

[@CaptTonyNEO]

Hey Joe, new subscriber here. What got me interested was the videos on the great lakes. As a child, I remember my father telling stories of when he worked on the ore boats on the great lakes right out of high school in 1955. I'm sure a lot has changed, but the cramped quarters, hard work, and many other things are the same. Now I am enjoying your other videos traveling the world. Thanks for taking us along!

[@nsbstrong3624]

New Smyrna Beach Florida is still with ya Joe

[@michaelschneider2874]

I was on the Helm of the USS BOXER LPH4 , the Night we were making the Last Westward Night Transit of the Panama Canal . The Ship was in Complete Blackout, the only light on the Bridge was my GYRO Compass . It had ALREADY Been a long 48 hours and with total Focus on the Gyro , I began to fall into a kind of hypnotic Fatigue and started to fall asleep on my feet . I had to call out to the Captain and let him know About this . . He relieved me and I think I fell asleep back in the chartroom . I was also on the helm the day southbound , when we crossed the Equator in the Pacific Ocean !

[@genercampana7416]

Tnxs brod. Good job. You miss to sleep and take rest bon voyage sailing...

[@WW-sj7zk]

Worked all my life on the water .. various fishing vessels, inshore and offshore, couple supply vessels and and a couple tugs… never done this though… wondering what the pay is like for someone who can remain at sea for most of the year.

[@frankfrmfkd]

We waited 6 eps for the music legend!.. love the vlogs brother keep at it please

[@chuckboyle8456]

Superb video, thanks. On a positive note, at least you were not in the cargo hold with a shovel redistributing the load. Carry on shipmate, and get some sleep!

[@timogreenstock1239]

Absolutely love following your travels Keep up the good work 👍

[@Totally163]

Hey Joe, what happened to all the stones that landed on the deck instead of the hold? You had already sealed the hatches. I’m hoping the shore crews had to clean up the mess - their equipment that spilled the goods…. Love your channel. Cheers!

[@jeffhatterban]

We had to shovel it off. Not an easy job. Frozen as it was, it was just like cement.

[@mikejung3908]

If I was young I’d love a life at sea, love the videos, very interesting, thank you for the invite👍

[@dannytanner8725]

great video be sure and show us what for grub when u do get to eat

[@terryg6596]

Hi Joe,you certainly had it tough on this loading,your face said it all you looked done in running on fumes for sure,take care and stay safe till next time,cya bro

[@jaycolucci5989]

Joe: Great videos! I am retired Navy and Merchant Mariner myself. Keep up the great work!

[@ragnabob]

Top editing, very nice watch. Cheers man!!

[@Marcsadventure]

Great video Joe . Looked like a tough few days but you just got on with the job without pissing & moaning ( as we say in Ireland )

[@darcyward1466]

Another great video Joe. Shifting ship up and down a berth for three or four days is definitely character building and not for the faint hearted.... ABs rule...

[@evt641]

Epic opening scene... Top notch bud! 👊

[@tristanwright5986]

Love the videos man!! Makes me question my job every damn day lol keep pirating 🏴‍☠️🇺🇸🤟

[@FlyBrent]

You’re actually a really good film maker.

[@cageordie]

Oh, there in NS. I was across there twice last week heading up to Cape Breton Island and then back home. We wondered about that quarry, since it's all lit up at night. It's very interesting to see a window into the lives that we drive past. Living in the Granite State it's always a little strange to see that rock is worth exporting to anywhere. I can't dig a hole without finding granite. The town put drains in the road outside and had to remove 800 tons of granite because the road is built almost directly on what they call 'ledge'.

[@Noemo2000]

Is there like a reduced shift rotation after something like this to make up sleep? Or do you just have to deal? Such a great series to watch. Thanks for sharing this world with us!

[@bakerbill4274]

No, you can either not work OT and lose the pay or just suck it up. Have to do your 8 hours of watch every day.

[@MesaperProductions]

Pretty much you have to deal. I mean, you can report yourself as unfit to stand watch, but since there's no extra personnel onboard, it means someone else in your watch rotation has to cover you. And they haven't had any more sleep than you have.

[@CoIoneIPanic]

If you don't do your watches you will have a pirate problem. What would you rather have? No pirates? Or sleep?

[@duderton]

Phenomenal Joe! Keep 'em comin!

[@NorthernThinker]

If you can get to Cape Breton,do it. The scenery is incredible.

[@karlmckinnell2635]

Joe, how about a collection of songs. That clip of one of crew mates playing and singing in a stores locker was great, loved it. Nothing quite as good as a seafarers shanty.

[@jeffhatterban]

Hey Karl. Jeff Hátterban (the guy singing) here. I have a number of songs up on Spotify, iTunes and KZbin if you want to check them out. I'm out on another ship at the moment but hoping to get more uploaded when I'm back on shore. Enjoy and thanks for the support!

[@karlmckinnell2635]

@@jeffhatterban Jeff I’ll have a listen. Thanks Karl

[@gjerrildkro]

You are inspiring the next generation of seafarers.

[@justinofboulder]

Such great editing and soothing voice over!

[@jamiehadley6600]

Must be old video, no snow or ice in Nova Scotia yet. I have property on Cape Breton Island and drive right by there on the causeway at least once a month. Be glad you were not there Saturday when Hurricane Fiona blew threw. Awesome videos though, cheers all the best

[@gregorydanson3159]

I agree, we haven't seen snow yet, at least in Halifax. Plus I don't see any mask (maybe not required on the ship) so maybe a few years old.

[@gervaisbilodeau8465]

They left Portugal end of january 2022...so they loaded in february at Auld's Cove.

[@gwauk205]

I’ve often wondered what life is like on one of these massive ships. So glad I stumbled upon this channel. Thanks for the fascinating content 👍👍