30 Years at Sea: Merchant Navy Secrets, Pirate Attacks & Life Onboard | Makarand Date

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Digital Gappa – Unfiltered Conversations on Creativity, Business & Tech

Digital Gappa

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Step into the world of Digital Gappa, where we bring you raw, insightful, and engaging conversations with experts, creators, and entrepreneurs. Hosted in Marathi, this podcast dives deep into the realms of digital business, content creation, technology, and personal growth. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative mind, or just someone who loves intriguing discussions, Digital Gappa is your go-to space for knowledge and inspiration. 🎙️ Tune in and join the conversation! 🚀

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30 Years at Sea: Merchant Navy Secrets, Pirate Attacks & Life Onboard | Makarand Date | EP 12

Digital Gappa – Unfiltered Conversations on Creativity, Business & Tech

1 hour 29 minutes 21 seconds

6 months ago

30 Years at Sea: Merchant Navy Secrets, Pirate Attacks & Life Onboard | Makarand Date | EP 12

🎙 Digital Gappa – Unfiltered Tech, Business & Growth Conversations💡 Episode: "30 Years at Sea: Merchant Navy Secrets, Pirate Attacks & Life Onboard | Makarand Date | Digital Gappa Podcast"🚀 Guest: Makarand Date – Chief Engineer | Merchant Navy Veteran | Maritime Mentor🗣 Host: Aniket Bapat🔎 In This Episode:✅ From Land to Sea: Makarand’s journey from mechanical engineer to navigating the high seas.✅ Pirates & Survival: Real stories of hijacks, grenade attacks, and how crews evade danger.✅ Life Onboard: 6 months at sea, 6 months at home – the unique work-life balance of sailors.✅ Ship Mechanics Demystified: How massive oil tankers and cargo ships operate.✅ Covid Challenges: Why merchant navy never stopped – even during global lockdowns.✅ Career Goldmine: How to thrive in merchant navy without a traditional degree.⏳ Key Moments You Can’t Miss:(00:00) Why ships don’t sink in the Bermuda Triangle – debunking myths!(08:55) A pirate attack foiled by Indian Navy commandos – the untold story.(15:40) "Developers can’t test their own code? Neither can sailors!" – Ego clashes onboard.(22:30) The 2023 hijack: How a crew hid in a secret ship compartment for months.(30:10) Why 90% of global trade moves via ships – from soybeans to your smartphone.(38:45) Women in merchant navy: Breaking stereotypes on the high seas.(45:20) Career hack: Earn ₹15LPA+ with 6 months’ vacation yearly.🔥 Viral-Worthy Truth Bombs:💥 “Pirates fear Indian Navy the most – here’s why!”💥 “Your car’s fuel? Transported by ships you’ve never noticed.”💥 “Certifications are scams – skills decide promotions at sea.”📞 Connect with Makarand Date:🌐 LinkedIn: Makarand Date🚀 Join the Digital Gappa Tribe📌 Suggest a Guest: Apply Here📲 WhatsApp Community: Join Now📺 YouTube: @DigitalGappa🎯 Who Needs to Watch?Aspiring sailors curious about life at sea.Anyone who thinks pirates are just Hollywood fiction.Career switchers wanting high pay + adventure.Parents skeptical about maritime careers.📌 SEO Keywords:#MerchantNavy #LifeAtSea #PirateStories #MaritimeCareer #ShipMechanics #IndianNavy #CargoShips #SeafarerLife #DigitalGappa📝 Episode Summary:Join Chief Engineer Makarand Date as he unveils 30+ years of maritime adventures – from surviving pirate grenades near Somalia to navigating oil tankers twice the size of football fields. Discover:🔹 Why ships are never unarmed (but still defend themselves).🔹 How sailors communicate during hijacks using hidden signals.🔹 The truth about "6 months on, 6 months off" salaries.🔹 Why women are thriving in modern merchant navy roles.Packed with jaw-dropping stories and career insights, this episode is a masterclass for thrill-seekers and professionals alike.👉 Watch now, hit LIKE, and SHARE with future sailors!YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/8Y3y9UEmlvk🔥 Want more raw career truths? SUBSCRIBE and ring the bell!