Salt Water Coffee
By Tim Migaki
Salt Water CoffeeApr 17, 2024
Random Musings #22: LEDs, Porta Heads, & Jury Duty
Rambling on about replacing lights, getting a porta potty, and being summoned for jury duty.
That Time I Taught a U.S. Navy Captain How to Make Coffee
It requires years of training to use a coffee maker in the Navy.
To read this episode as a blog post, visit the following link:
https://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/10/01/that-time-i-taught-a-u-s-navy-captain-how-to-make-coffee/
Random Musings #21: Another Podcast, Ice Storms, & Recording Equipment
Wherein I discuss starting yet another podcast called "Down Periscope, Up Periscope." Also talking about:
- A preference for total phone bans in schools
- Ice Storm 2024
- Getting new RODE recording equipment for the field.
It's a Ney Day - Food Service Excellence in the U.S. Navy
Discussing who Captain Ney was and why he was so important for food service in the U.S. Navy.
This episode is also available as a blog post at: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/12/10/its-a-ney-day-food-service-excellence-in-the-u-s-navy/.
Random Musings #20: Submarine Sleepovers & PPS Teacher's Strike
Discussing the groups that come through the submarine after museum hours are over. Also, the Portland Public Schools (PPS) Teacher's Strike.
I-176: The Only IJN Submarine to Sink a USN Submarine
There are several instances of submarines sinking another submarine in WWII. This is the case of I-176: the only Japanese submarine to sink an American submarine.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2022/10/02/i-176-the-only-ijn-submarine-to-sink-a-usn-submarine/
USS Ross: The Destroyer that Survived 2 Mine Hits
Some ships are really lucky. Some ships are really unlucky. USS Ross is probably both in this case since she survived two direct mine hits during WWII.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2022/09/04/uss-ross-the-destroyer-that-survived-2-mine-hits/
The Loss of USCGC Alert (WSC/WMEC-127)
The storied USCGC Alert served for more than 40 years but met a rather ignominious end.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2022/01/23/the-loss-of-uscgc-alert-wsc-wmec-127/
Random Musings #19: More working benefits
I pondered more of the nice things about working as a substitute and on a submarine.
How to use a toilet on a submarine
It's a bit more involved than the one you have at home.
To read this episode as a blog post, visit the following link:
https://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/07/30/how-to-use-a-toilet-on-a-submarine/
Random Musings #18: Plastic covers, Chair Wheels, & The USS Blueback Submarine
Discussing spending $49 on a piece of plastic, new wheels for my office chair, and my experiences (thus far) of being a tour guide on a submarine museum ship.
Random Musings #17: Youtube Scams, Computer glitches, and Pumping Gas
Discussing weird scams on Youtube, computer glitches with peripherals and drivers, social media laws in Utah, and gas laws in Oregon.
Tacking and Wearing/Jibing
Looking at how sailing ships move to windward. It often involves a number of turns.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/02/21/tacking-and-wearing-jibing/
“Standing on the shoulders of giants”
Discussing the long line of historians and researchers who have come before us and done the hard work.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/09/13/standing-on-the-shoulders-of-giants/
That Time the U.S. Navy Bombed Vietnam With a Toilet
We dropped a lot of sh*t on Vietnam during the war...including a toilet. This is that toilet's story.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/11/15/that-time-the-u-s-navy-bombed-vietnam-with-a-toilet/
The Battle of The Tenaru
The most important small-scale infantry battle of the early Pacific War occurred on the island of Guadalcanal.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/08/15/the-battle-of-the-tenaru/
History as a Reconstruction of Events
Discussing the nature of history as a narrative and interpretation of events written by historians.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/04/25/history-as-a-reconstruction-of-events/
The Weather Gage
A short discussion on the naval tactic of holding the weather gage and why it was important in the Age of Sail.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/03/28/the-weather-gage/
Interview with a U.S. Army Infantry Officer - Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.)
An old (2016) interview I did with one of my uncles, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel about his experiences in the infantry.
You can also read the transcript of this interview at the following link:
https://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/05/06/interview-with-a-u-s-army-infantry-officer/
Conspiracy Theories: Simple Answers to Complex Problems
Examining why people believe in conspiracy theories and what we can do to change their minds...if at all.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/08/09/conspiracy-theories-simple-answers-to-complex-problems/
A.I.-Generated Content – A Teacher’s Perspective [Pt. 3 – Benefits & Drawbacks of A.I. Content]
Discussing the benefits and drawbacks of A.I.-generated content.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/03/19/a-i-generated-content-a-teachers-perspective-pt-3-benefits-drawbacks-of-a-i-content/
A.I.-Generated Content – A Teacher’s Perspective [Pt. 2 – Cheating & A.I. Plagiarism]
Discussing cheating/plagiarism I've seen and extrapolating the use of A.I. to it.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/02/19/a-i-generated-content-a-teachers-perspective-pt-2-cheating-a-i-plagiarism/
A.I.-Generated Content – A Teacher’s Perspective [Pt. 1 – Testing]
Testing out ChatGPT's ability to write convincingly.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2023/01/22/a-i-generated-content-a-teachers-perspective-pt-1-testing/
Random Musings #16: 2nd COVID Booster, New Laptop & a Rodecaster Pro II
Getting my Covid booster and a new laptop and audio interface.
The Great Blue Hole
Examining the world's largest underwater sinkhole.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2019/10/20/the-great-blue-hole/
The Naval Vessel Vs. The Lighthouse Urban Legend
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/06/20/the-naval-vessel-vs-the-lighthouse-urban-legend/
This often-told story is about a naval ship nearly crashing into a lighthouse. A cliched sea story that's become very overused.
Random Musings #15: Getting COVID and the Flu, More Gaming & Large HDDs
Getting Covid, getting the flu, playing games, and getting a large-capacity hard drive.
Don’t Cheapen History
Discussing the value of history and why we shouldn't be dismissive of it.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2019/12/15/dont-cheapen-history/
Random Musings #14: Dump Truck Bumper Stickers, Crazy 5th Grade Teachers & Substitute Teaching in High Schools
Dump truck bumper stickers, a 5th grade teacher with a "kill list," and the joys of substitute teaching in high school.
Random Musings #13: Lessons from Middle School Teaching pt. 4
Discussing part 4 (final part) of my time teaching middle school and the final decisions I've made this (school) year.
Random Musings #12: Lessons from Middle School Teaching pt. 3
Discussing part 3 of the lessons I've learned from a year of teaching middle school.
The Line of Battle
Discussing the development and usage of the line of battle (AKA battle line) naval tactic.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/06/06/the-line-of-battle/
Random Musings #11: Changing Tastes in Gaming & Lessons from Middle School Teaching pt. 2
Discussing changing tastes in video games and part 2 of the lessons I've learned from a year of teaching middle school.
That Time Oregon Blew Up a Whale
Learn about the time the State of Oregon solved the problem of a dead whale on a beach by using high explosives.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/10/18/that-time-oregon-blew-up-a-whale/
What are the Attributes of a Navy?
Discussing what differentiates a navy from an army or an air force. Also, how the environment of the ocean contributes to a navy's characteristics.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/04/05/what-are-the-attributes-of-a-navy/
Random Musings #10: Monitor #2 & Lessons from Middle School Teaching pt. 1
Discussing getting a 2nd monitor and part 1 of the lessons I've learned from a year of teaching middle school. It's been tough.
F-35 Lightning II – Pt. 2 Its Role
Discussing the role, envisioned weapons, and sensors of the F-35 Lightning II.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2019/10/13/f-35-lightning-ii-pt-2-its-role/
F-35 Lightning II – Pt. 1 Development
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2019/10/06/f-35-lightning-ii-pt-1-development/
Part 1: Discussing the design and development of the F-35 Lightning II
Random Musings #09: More Moskva, the Ghost of Kyiv, & Propaganda in Ukraine
Following up with more information on the sinking of the Russian cruiser Moskva. Discussing propaganda and the fictional "Ghost of Kyiv" and the cracking of Light Hash Rate graphics cards.
Random Musings #08: Sinking of the Moskva, Academy Awards Slapping, & TV News and Radio Talk Shows
Discussing the sinking of the Russian cruiser Moskva, the pointless Academy Awards show (including Will Smith slapping Chris Rock), why I don't watch the news on TV, and a follow-up to the previous random musings where I discussed the Johnjay and Rich "War of the Roses" segment.
What is Bad History?
Having previously looked at what historical interpretations are, we now turn to examining what "bad history" is.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/12/05/what-is-bad-history/
Interpretation in History
We examine what historical interpretations are and how they are created.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2021/05/23/interpretation-in-history/
The Colored Seas
Discussing how the Black, White, Red, and Yellow Seas got their names.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2019/07/14/the-colored-seas/
Random Musings #07: The Stressful School Year & Watching My Childhood TV Shows!
Wherein I discuss:
The stressful school year (thus far), watching shows from my childhood (X-Files & Ally McBeal), Survivorman, and the Johnjay and Rich show & the Jubal show.
Drama vs. Facts: Historical Accuracy in War Films
Examining (and attempting to reconcile) the differences in how war films portray events versus what actually happened. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/03/29/drama-vs-facts-historical-accuracy-in-war-films/
How to Win a Decisive Naval Battle
Examining the theoretical concept of a decisive naval battle and what elements would be required to exploit and win one.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2020/01/12/how-to-win-a-decisive-naval-battle/
Random Musings #06: Completing My PC Build!, Strange Dreams, & Changing Jobs
Wherein I discuss:
- Getting a graphics card and completing my PC build!
- Strange dreams of fighting zombies
- Changing jobs
Random Musings #05: Heatwave 2021, Middle School Teaching, & Arguing on Social Media
Discussing:
- How to use a crosswalk
- The recent heatwave in the Pacific NW in late-June 2021
- Changing jobs to middle school teaching
- Avoiding arguments on social media and developing a simulation of social media based on wargame design philosophies
Omaha-Class Cruisers
Discussing the design and history of the U.S. Navy's Omaha-class Light Cruisers.
This episode is also available as a blog post: http://thetidesofhistory.com/2019/09/29/omaha-class-cruisers/
Random Musings #04: Witnessing Car Accidents & Tokenism for Asians and Teachers in May
Wherein I discuss:
Witnessing car accidents and the tokenism and patronizing nature of Asian-American Heritage Month and Teacher Appreciation Week.