Ep 5. The Maritime Mystery of The Mary Celeste

BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime is the millennial generation's answer to Unsolved Mysteries. In Season 7, Episode 5 titled "The Maritime Mystery of The Mary Celeste," the hosts Ryan Bergara and Shane Madej unravel the curious case of a ship called The Mary Celeste that was found adrift on the Atlantic Ocean with no one onboard.

The Mary Celeste was a merchant brigantine that set sail from New York to Genoa, Italy in the year 1872 with a crew of ten and one passenger. However, when the ship was discovered in the Azores, about 600 miles off the coast of Portugal, a month later, it was found to be completely empty. The ship was still in good condition, with all the hatches closed and the cargo still intact, but the lifeboat was missing.

The episode explores various theories as to what could have led to the disappearance of the crew of The Mary Celeste. Was it piracy, mutiny, disease, or perhaps something more supernatural? Ryan and Shane also investigate the history of the ship's captain, Benjamin Briggs, who was known to be a pious and responsible man. They interview experts, visit the ship's final resting place, and even reenact the fateful voyage to try and uncover what really happened.

As with all BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime episodes, the hosts bring their unique perspectives to the investigation. Ryan is a believer in supernatural theories, while Shane is a skeptic who relies on logical explanations. The two often banter and joke around, adding a light-hearted touch to an otherwise grim subject matter.

Overall, "The Maritime Mystery of The Mary Celeste" is a fascinating, well-researched deep dive into a centuries-old maritime mystery that has baffled experts and captivated the public's imagination for generations. It's a must-watch for true crime enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who enjoys a good old-fashioned mystery.