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Hosted by Justin Blackett · music · EN · 34 episodes
Welcome aboard Shipshape and Bristol Fashion — the podcast exploring the people, stories, music and adventures behind the world of sea shanties and maritime music.Hosted by Justin “Oggie” Blackett, we go beyond the songs to discover the characters and stories that make the shanty community so special. From the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew and fellow crews around the country, to musicians, festival organisers, historians and fascinating guests, we meet the people keeping maritime music alive.Expect entertaining conversations, live music, shanties, maritime history, festival stories, behind-the-scenes adventures and plenty of laughter along the way.Whether you're a lifelong shanty enthusiast, a performer, a maritime history fan, or you've simply discovered sea shanties and wondered what all the fuss is about — there's a place for you aboard.So grab a pint, haul on a rope and join us for the next adventure.Shipshape and Bristol Fashion — where the people behind the shanties have a sto
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome aboard Shipshape and Bristol Fashion, the podcast exploring the people, stories, music and adventures behind the world of sea shanties and maritime music. Hosted by Justin “Oggie” Blackett, we go beyond the songs to discover the characters and stories that make the shanty community so special.
Shipshape and Bristol Fashion is hosted by Justin Blackett. The show has published 34 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Bristol Shanty Shout: Beer Panic, £30k for Charity & the Secrets to a Bangin' Shanty Weekend" (5 October 2026, 57 minutes), "Drop Anchor and Share Your Feedback for Season Two of Ship Shape!" (5 September 2026, 6 minutes), and "Our Epic Adventure at the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival 2026" (5 July 2026, 77 minutes).
Shipshape and Bristol Fashion publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 69 minutes across 34 episodes.
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Justin Blackett hosts Shipshape and Bristol Fashion, a music show with 34 episodes published.
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Episode #1
We kick off season two live from the Bristol Shanty Shout, right in the thick of the singing, with loads of live tracks, crew banter and proper behind‑the‑scenes chat about what keeps shanty life ticking. I’m Oggy and...
Shipshape and Bristol Fashion
Hey there, shipmates! This episode is all about taking a breather and having a little chinwag about what we’ve been doing on *Ship Shape and Bristol Fashion*. We’re hitting pause this month to soak up the summer vibes...
Episode #30
Ahoy, friends! We’re diving into the heart of the Falmouth International Sea Shanty Festival, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride! This episode is packed tighter than a sailor's sea chest with highlights...
Episode #29
<p>We're diving into the good vibes of the Real Ale and Shanty Festival 2026, and let me tell you, it's a blast! From the get-go, we’re all about celebrating the spirit of this wild gathering, where over 500 folks...
Episode #28
<p>Today, we’re diving into the vibrant world of maritime music with none other than Dean Calin, the man behind the Maritime Music Directory International! This convo is all about how this directory is not just a...
Episode #27
<p>Yo, folks! We're diving into the deep end of sea shanties and good vibes in this episode, and let me tell ya, the upcoming Real Ale and Sea Shanty Festival happening in Bristol on May 9th and 10th, 2026. We're...
Episode #26
<p>Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of Cornish shanties! This episode is all about the lively atmosphere surrounding St. Piran’s Day and how the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew is shaking things up this spring...
Episode #25
<p>Get ready to set sail with us as we dive into the world of shanties in this episode of Shipshape and Bristol Fashion! We’re chattin’ with the legendary Nobby, our resident shanty expert, who’s got more sea stories...
Episode #24
<p>We're diving into some heartfelt waters this time around, folks! First off, we’re dedicating this whole episode to the amazing Barbara, Chillis mum, who recently passed. She was a superhero in her own right, always...
Episode #23
<p>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...
Episode #22
<p>Welcome aboard the latest episode of Shipshape and Bristol Fashion! This time around, we’re diving deep into the vibrant world of sea shanties, bringing you a behind-the-scenes look at the Port of Bristol Shanty...
Episode #21
<p>In this special episode of Shipshape and Bristol Fashion, the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew welcomes none other than Tom Lewis – described as “the Beyoncé of the shanty world.” Steve “the Rev” Hawkins dives deep into...
Episode #20
<p>Ahoy there! We’re deep into the action at the Western Super Mare Shanty Festival, and let me tell ya, it’s a blast! In this episode, we’re chatting with a bunch of colorful characters, from fellow shanty singers to...
Episode #19
<p>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...
Episode #18
<p>Live from the heart of the International Sea Shanty Festival in Falmouth, we’re diving deep into a sea of songs, stories, and a whole lot of fun! This episode is all about the vibrant atmosphere of this year’s...
Episode #17
<p>Ahoy, mateys! This episode of Shipshape and Bristol Fashion takes us right into the heart of the Real Ale and Shanty Festival 2025, where the tunes are lively and the beers are flowing! We’re diving deep into the...
Episode #16
<p>We're diving into the world of sea shanties in this episode, and let me tell you, it’s a tidal wave of fun! We’re chatting with our pals from Press Gang Mutiny, who are shaking things up with their new album...
Episode #15
<p>Ahoy there, fellow shanty lovers! In this delightful episode, we dive deep into the heart of Bristol's maritime culture, led by our charming crew from the Port of Bristol Shanty Crew. With the sun shining and spring...
Episode #14
<p>Get ready to set sail with us as we dive into the vibrant world of sea shanties, all while celebrating the delightful tune "Corncrate," penned by the one and only Nobbie! This catchy song, inspired by the historical...
Episode #13
<p>This podcast marks a special milestone as we celebrate our one-year podcast anniversary.</p><p>This episode features recordings from our first gig of 2025 at the Nova Scotia pub, where we unveiled some new songs to a...
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