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At some point on the journey, every creator learns a simple truth: You can’t respond to every critical thought that someone posts on the internet.

But occasionally, a claim surfaces that isn’t just wrong, but wrong in a way that affects the public record.

And when it does, I think it’s important to set the record straight.

From Australia to Long Beach, I had the joy today to lecture ‘aboard’ RMS Queen Mary for her 90th Anniversary, virtually, thanks to modern tech.

My lecture “The Queens” told the story of the remarkable Queen Mary and her fleet mate Queen Elizabeth, and was shared on the screen aboard the ship, as well as to an online audience.

Anthony Davis from The Expert Cruise Show made the trip out to the ship, to celebrate the anniversary in person, and capture the moment for me.

A once‑in‑a‑lifetime event: On 30 May, maritime historian Chris Frame will present “The Queens”, a gripping, richly illustrated lecture delivered virtually aboard RMS Queen Mary in celebration of her 90th Anniversary.

This special presentation tells the riveting story of Queen Mary’s origins, construction, launch, maiden voyage, and wartime service, a sweeping narrative of innovation, rivalry, and resilience that shaped one of the world’s most iconic ocean liners.

Secure your place now via SoCal on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maritime-presentations-day-tickets-1988856900528?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

🤩 Thanks Chat GPT: one of our channel subscribers sent me this screen shot… they said the question was:

“Who should be the Cunard lecturer on the 4 Queens 2028?”

I love AI’s optimism of my chances of getting a gig, but I don’t think Cunard would helicopter me between three ships 🤣

Many of you have asked which ship I’ll be aboard for the big event: I’ve requested Queen Elizabeth due to my family commitments, so 🤞🤞🤞 - but at present no speakers are confirmed.

Many of you have asked me which of the Cunard Queens I’d like to lecture aboard for the 2028 Liverpool 4 Queens event.

Turns out, while I’d love to be aboard the flagship QM2, my schedule means I have actually requested Queen Elizabeth.

The ship’s Southampton to Southampton voyage fits well with my plans and given I would be coming all the way from Australia the voyage suits flights and other family commitments.

However I am not yet confirmed.

This is why I can’t yet share with you all what my plans are. And I do not know as yet, when that confirmation will come through.

When Emma LeTeace from the wildly popular Emma Cruises YouTube Channel heard I am not yet booked to lecture aboard the 4 Queens Liverpool Event, she left me a message that made my day.

“You’re Cunard’s biggest asset” Emma says. Adding, “not living you would be the most stupid business decision I ever did see”.

What a huge endorsement ❤️ from one of the world’s most widely trusted cruise experts (and a dear friend).

Check out her channel at https://www.youtube.com/emmacruises

In 2027 the QM2 will undergo a significant refit aimed at ensuring the ship remains relevant during the next 20 years.

While many rumours are circulating, there has been little official information from Cunard.

On 20 May 2026, partial post-refit deck plans were uploaded to the Cunard websites in the USA and Australia.

These deck plans show significant changes to be undertaken during a refit that is yet to be formally announced, and include:

• New block of cabins on Deck 13, aft of the block added in 2016,

• The removal of the Book Shop, to be replaced by a Penthouse,

• Removal of 1/2 of the Zone kids area, with new cabins added,

• The loss of Deck 13 open deck space,

• Re-sizing of the Sports Centre, and

•The removal of the Concierge Lounge.