Yachting International Radio (YIR) is one of the world’s leading independent media platforms for the global yachting and maritime sector. The Yachting Channel brings together more than 18 shows, hosted by experts across the industry, delivering in-depth conversations, real-world insights, and unfiltered storytelling from every corner of the superyacht and maritime world. Our programming covers everything from superyacht design, yacht crew life, luxury yacht ownership, maritime law, crew contracts, engineering, new builds, refits, sustainability, ocean innovation, blue-economy technology, boating trends, chartering, destinations, leadership, mental health, training, recruitment, education, and the full spectrum of the modern yachting industry. Featuring interviews with captains, engineers, yacht brokers, industry CEOs, marine scientists, entrepreneurs, designers, shipyards, crew trainers, regulators, innovators, and professionals leading change, YIR offers unmatched access to the people shaping the future of maritime and superyacht culture. Listeners can expect: Expert discussions on superyacht operations, management, refits, surveys, regulations, classification, and flag-state issues Practical guidance for crew careers, contracts, wellbeing, safety, certifications, onboard culture, and conflict management Deep dives into shipyards, new builds, design innovation, hybrid and electric propulsion, future fuels, decarbonization strategies, and sustainability Straightforward explanations of boating technology, navigation, maintenance, engineering systems, tenders, toys, and onboard life Stories that reveal the real human experience behind the maritime sector — the challenges, achievements, and global impact of those who work at sea Recognized globally, Yachting International Radio is ranked among the Top Yachting Podcasts and Top Boating Podcasts in the world, reaching more than one million maritime professionals, superyacht enthusiasts, owners, builders, and future charter clients every month. Our mission is simple: to deliver honest, independent, authoritative media that informs, educates, inspires, and challenges the industry to grow. Whether you're a yacht owner, captain, crew member, shipyard professional, maritime student, industry supplier, or someone passionate about boating and the oceans, this channel gives you the knowledge, perspective, and insight you won’t find anywhere else. Explore all our shows, hosts, interviews, and resources: https://linktr.ee/yachtinginternationalradio https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/
Longevity is not a treatment, a machine or a biohacking shortcut. It is shaped by your nervous system, emotional health and the daily choices you repeat over time.In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy explores what longevity really means beyond wellness trends and life-extension technologies. Drawing on lived experience and clinical practice, Geraldine explains why sustainable health depends on integrating modern longevity tools with trauma-informed care, emotional awareness, movement and nervous system regulation.This conversation looks at how stress, unresolved emotional patterns and lifestyle habits directly influence long-term wellbeing, and why real longevity requires both physiological support and personal self-leadership.You will hear practical insight into: Why longevity is built through daily habits, not one-off interventions How trauma healing and emotional health influence physical wellbeing The role of nervous system regulation in stress, resilience and recovery Epigenetics and neuroplasticity and how behaviour shapes long-term health Letting go of identities, environments and relationships that no longer support growth Why high-pressure lives demand nervous system care, not just performance optimisation This episode is for founders, professionals and anyone navigating change, pressure or personal reinvention while trying to protect their long-term health.đż Explore Geraldineâs Self-Care Courses Practical, evidence-informed programmes focused on nervous system regulation, emotional integration and sustainable wellbeing.Courses include: ⢠Self-Care Foundations ⢠Burnout Prevention & Recovery ⢠Founder Performance & Resilience ⢠1:1 Online Coachingđ Website: https://geraldinehardy.com đ˛ Instagram: @_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithinPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. Prefer to listen? Search Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform.đď¸ Self Care hosted by Geraldine Hardy
05/02/2026 ⢠10:05
Yacht crew welfare is now one of the biggest operational risks in the superyacht industry.In this episode of Captainâs Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Captain James Battey, founder of the Yacht Workers Council, about why fragmented systems, inconsistent contracts and weak leadership culture continue to drive burnout, high turnover and loss of experienced crew.They explain how improving onboarding, standardising crew support, strengthening accountability onboard and creating a single trusted ecosystem for training, legal guidance, mental health support and career development can directly improve retention, safety and owner experience.This conversation covers leadership behaviour onboard, crew culture, employment standards, contract awareness, and why crew welfare is inseparable from operational performance in modern yachting.Guest Captain James Battey Yacht Workers CouncilWebsite https://yachtworkerscouncil.com/ Instagram @yachtworkerscouncilHosted by Captain Liam Devlin Captainâs Chat
05/02/2026 ⢠36:36
Balls of Wisdom is a special interview series under Superyacht Laundry, hosted by Cherise Reedman, spotlighting influential men who are actively shaping a safer and more accountable superyacht industry.In this episode, Cherise Reedman speaks with Conrad Empson, known to many from Below Deck Mediterranean and founder of CrewPass, about the real loopholes that still exist in yacht hiring, background checks and crew compliance.This is a direct, experience led conversation about how unsafe or unverified crew can still enter the industry, why CVs and employment history are rarely properly verified, and how repeat offenders can continue moving between yachts without meaningful accountability.This episode covers⢠Why fake or inflated sea time and CVs remain easy to hide ⢠What background checks in yachting actually reveal and what they miss ⢠How poor verification creates risk for crew, captains and owners ⢠Why digital verification and employment history tracking are becoming essential ⢠How accountability can improve safety and onboard cultureBalls of Wisdom focuses on men using their experience, leadership and technical solutions to help close the gaps in recruitment, compliance and crew welfare.Hosted by Cherise Reedman Series: Balls of Wisdom, a special series under Superyacht LaundryPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.
04/02/2026 ⢠53:21
In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas is joined by Cherise Reedman, founder of Yacht Pearls of Wisdom and host of the Superyacht Laundry, for a detailed, experience-led discussion on superyacht crew welfare, onboard power dynamics, harassment and abuse, reference culture, NDAs and the structural barriers that continue to prevent meaningful reporting across the global yachting industry.Cherise shares her personal journey into professional yachting, her transition out of life onboard and the motivation behind creating Yacht Pearls of Wisdom, a community designed to reconnect women after leaving the industry and to provide a safe space for honest conversations about intimidation, sexual harassment, career retaliation and the imbalance of power that continues to shape daily working life at sea. As stories began to surface through that community and later through Superyacht Laundry, clear patterns emerged around fear of references, contractual pressure, informal blacklisting and the lack of career-protected exit pathways for crew who experience serious incidents.Recorded during the Superyacht Forum in Amsterdam, the conversation connects lived crew experience directly to operational, reputational and commercial risk for yacht owners, managers and the wider industry. When crew wellbeing is compromised, service standards decline, team stability weakens, safety margins narrow and retention becomes increasingly fragile, ultimately impacting owner experience and the credibility of superyachting as a professional, responsible global sector. The discussion also examines why interior crew remain structurally undervalued within regulation and minimum manning frameworks, how training and professional development are still treated as optional in a sector built on luxury and excellence, and why long-form, uncensored industry media is becoming one of the most effective tools for exposing issues that previously remained hidden.This episode is essential listening for yacht owners, managers, captains, senior officers, crew agencies and maritime stakeholders seeking a realistic understanding of the cultural and structural challenges facing modern superyachting, and for anyone involved in shaping safer, more sustainable and more accountable working environments at sea.âââââââââââââââ SUPPORTED BY ATPI Travel âââââââââââââââ ATPI Travel supports maritime and yachting professionals worldwide with specialist travel solutions built around duty of care, crew welfare and operational efficiency across complex global operations.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.
01/02/2026 ⢠35:39
In the first episode of Women in Maritime, host Julia Gosling speaks with Nitzeira Watson Stewart, Legal Representative of The Nautical Institute â Panama and a recognised Top 100 Woman in Shipping.This candid conversation explores what it really takes to build credibility, authority and leadership in a male-dominated maritime industry. Nitzeira shares her journey through maritime law, professional rejection, international study, and the personal sacrifices behind career progression, including motherhood and long periods away from home.The discussion focuses on real career pathways in shipping and shore-based maritime roles, the impact of age and gender bias, how to build a global career without industry connections, and why confidence, resilience and long-term learning remain critical for women working across ports, policy, governance and maritime leadership.You will hear about: entering the maritime industry and refusing to quit maritime law and leadership careers in shipping and ports overcoming age bias and gender bias at work building international credibility without the âright contactsâ the personal cost of ambition and the role of support systems creating community and mentorship for women across and beyond shipping The episode also touches on entrepreneurship and professional mindset, including reflections inspired by Rich Dad Poor Dad and the importance of financial and career literacy for the next generation of maritime leaders.đď¸ Host Julia Gosling â maritime communications specialist and former UK Coastguard communications officer, with nearly two decades of experience supporting operational maritime safety and leadership communications.đ¤ Guest Nitzeira Watson Stewart â maritime lawyer and executive, Legal Representative of The Nautical Institute â Panama, and founder of the womenâs empowerment community Lady Boss Panama.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.
31/01/2026 ⢠43:27
Self-care is not about escaping life.It is about nervous system regulation, trauma healing and sustainable performance under pressure while navigating real loss, responsibility and change.In this deeply honest episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy explores the reality of the wounded healer and what real healing actually requires when life, leadership and personal responsibility collide. This is not a motivational conversation. It is a practical, experience-led discussion about trauma, burnout, addiction patterns, emotional suppression and nervous system regulation.This episode is released at a meaningful moment for Geraldine, marking 28 years since the loss of her father. It is shared not for sympathy, but to acknowledge a reality rarely spoken about in professional and wellbeing spaces: those who guide, support and lead others are not exempt from grief, trauma or long-term nervous system conditioning.The conversation explores how unprocessed trauma silently shapes behaviour, relationships and leadership, and why sustainable wellbeing must be built on regulation and emotional integration, not endurance.In this episode you will hear: Why burnout is often a nervous system regulation issue, not a motivation or mindset problem What the wounded healer really means in modern leadership and wellbeing work How emotional suppression drives overworking, hyper-functioning and repeated burnout cycles The difference between genuine healing and spiritual bypassing How addiction and coping behaviours are often trauma responses, not character flaws Why self-worth directly affects boundaries, leadership behaviour and decision-making What nervous system safety actually looks like in real life, not theory This episode is for founders, leaders, professionals and creatives navigating transition, pressure and responsibility, especially those who appear capable and high-functioning while quietly carrying exhaustion, grief or emotional shutdown underneath.đż Explore Geraldineâs Self-Care Programs Practical self-care grounded in nervous system regulation, emotional integration, energetic awareness and daily tools for sustainable wellbeing.Programs include: ⢠Self-Care Foundations ⢠Burnout Prevention and Recovery ⢠Founder Performance and Resilience ⢠1:1 Online Coachingđ Website: https://geraldinehardy.com đ˛ Instagram: @_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithin
30/01/2026 ⢠21:57
In this episode of Captainâs Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Julia Gosling, Director of Ahoy Communications, host of Sea Views and creator of the upcoming Women in Maritime podcast, launching soon.Drawing on 18 years in UK Coast Guard and Maritime & Coastguard Agency communications, Julia discusses safety culture, leadership under pressure, and the human factors that shape life and work at sea. The conversation spans commercial maritime realities, behavior change in high-risk environments, crew welfare, and the challenges of maintaining safety standards where operational pressure and margins collide.The discussion also addresses mental health at sea, leadership accountability, and why women continue to represent a small percentage of the global seafaring workforce. The episode introduces the intent behind Women in Maritime, a new podcast focused on sharing real-world experiences, career pathways, and the often-untold stories of women working across maritime sectors.đď¸ Captainâs Chat Hosted by Captain Liam DevlinPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news
29/01/2026 ⢠36:34
Some of the most important conversations in yachting happen far from the spotlight.In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, host Cherise Reedman speaks with Lydia Moss, Junior Yacht Manager and Business Development at Divergent Yachting, about a decade-long career spanning procurement, newbuild support, yacht management, and emerging marine technology.Lydia offers a rare, full-spectrum perspective on how the yachting industry actually operates behind the scenes. From supporting complex newbuild projects to managing yachts that challenge conventional frameworks, she explains how roles often treated as separate are, in practice, deeply interconnected.The conversation takes a grounded look at Black Pearl, focusing not on reputation or spectacle, but on the operational realities of managing a vessel that sits outside standard models. Lydia discusses how crew culture, sustainability ambition, advanced technology, and regulatory complexity intersect daily, and why managing unconventional yachts requires judgement, adaptability, and experience rather than rigid processes.Looking ahead, the episode also explores developments through Knox Free, examining nuclear marine technology from a practical standpoint. Regulation, infrastructure, public perception, and timing are discussed as real constraints that shape adoption, offering insight into how innovation moves from concept into working practice within the industry.đ Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.
28/01/2026 ⢠56:17
Boat shows are no longer just places to display products.They are where artificial intelligence, autonomy, connectivity, electrification, and ownership models intersect with real commercial decision-making.In this episode of Yachting Unplugged, Kim Sweers âThe Boat Bossâ is joined by David Foulkes, Chairman and CEO of Brunswick Corporation, for a grounded, executive-level discussion on how the global marine industry is being reshaped.Drawing on insights from CES (Consumer Electronics Show), Boot DĂźsseldorf, and the Miami International Boat Show, this conversation clearly distinguishes between where innovation originates, where it is refined, and where it ultimately converts into market impact.This is not a promotional conversation. It is a strategic one.Key Themes Explored⢠Why Brunswick is the only recreational marine company consistently exhibiting at CES ⢠How AI is moving from concept into embedded, operational marine systems ⢠What autonomy actually means in boating beyond headlines ⢠Why not all boat shows serve the same role in industry progress ⢠What European markets get right about engagement, scale, and participation ⢠Why Miami remains the industryâs most important commercial validation platform ⢠How technology, regulation, and access will shape the next phase of growthWhy This Episode MattersThe marine industry is no longer operating in isolation.AI is no longer theoretical.Autonomy is no longer experimental.And global technology ecosystems are now directly influencing how boats are designed, built, sold, and operated.This episode provides rare CEO-level insight into how innovation, scale, and execution intersect and what that means for manufacturers, dealers, brokers, and investors navigating the next cycle of industry change.About the GuestDavid Foulkes is Chairman and CEO of Brunswick Corporation, a global leader in recreational marine products, propulsion systems, marine electronics, and shared-access services. Brunswickâs portfolio spans propulsion, boats, advanced marine technology, and digital platforms, positioning the company at the center of industry transformation.đ Brunswick Corporation: https://www.brunswick.comđď¸ Host: Kim Sweers âThe Boat Bossâ | Managing Partner and Licensed Luxury Yacht Broker, FB Marine Group đ§ Series: Yachting Unplugged đĄ Network: Yachting Channel
26/01/2026 ⢠23:43
Sustainability in yacht interiors is not driven by trends or labels. It is driven by how projects are designed, engineered, and executed from the very beginning.In this episode of Positive Waves, we examine how precision engineering, lightweight construction, and prefabrication are reshaping sustainable practices within the superyacht interior sector. Rather than focusing solely on new materials, the conversation highlights how reducing waste before production begins delivers far greater environmental and operational impact.A key focus is on designing out waste, optimising material use through detailed planning, and ensuring that interior structures are engineered for longevity and adaptability. When sustainability is embedded at the engineering stage, it becomes a measurable outcome of good design rather than an afterthought.The episode also explores why aluminium remains one of the most sustainable structural materials in yacht interiors, how full 3D modelling supports future refits and modifications, and why lifecycle thinking is essential to reducing unnecessary strip-outs, rework, and material loss over time.This is a practical, industry-grounded discussion that moves sustainability away from theory and into real-world application.đď¸ Series: Positive Waves đ§ Host: Jana Thomas đ¤ Guest: Janne Salminen, Commercial Director, Europlan Yacht Interiors đ Explore Europlan Yacht Interiors: https://europlan.fi/yachts/
26/01/2026 ⢠03:26
The superyacht industry has entered a new era of visibility, scrutiny, and political relevance â and there is no returning to the past.In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas speaks with Christophe Bourillon, Chief Executive Officer of the Professional Yachting Association (PYA), for a direct, experience-driven discussion on where yachting now stands â and what must change to protect its future.Recorded during METSTRADE and the Superyacht Forum in Amsterdam, this conversation examines how superyachts moved from a discreet luxury sector into mainstream political, environmental, and economic debate, and why perception now directly influences regulation, policy, and public tolerance.Topics discussed include crew welfare and mental health, leadership pressure at captain level, training gaps, minimum standards versus operational reality, and why the industryâs lack of consolidated data leaves it exposed when dealing with regulators and policymakers.Bourillon draws on his background in international lobbying and high-scrutiny industries to explain why yachting must evolve culturally as well as operationally â and what lessons it can realistically take from aviation, crisis management, and mature safety-critical sectors.This is not a promotional conversation. It is a factual assessment of where the superyacht industry sits today.âď¸ Episode Sponsor: ATPI Travel ATPI Travel supports professionals working in complex, high-risk environments worldwide, including maritime and yachting. Their specialist travel solutions prioritise duty of care, crew welfare, and operational continuity across global operations.đ§ Prefer audio? Youâre already in the right place. đş Prefer video? Watch the full interview on Yachting International Radioâs YouTube channel.This episode is essential listening for crew, captains, yacht managers, owners, shipyards, suppliers, and anyone whose business depends on the long-term sustainability of the superyacht sector.
25/01/2026 ⢠49:55
Self-care is not about escaping life. It is about learning how to stay regulated, resilient, and grounded while navigating real pressure, loss, change, and responsibility.In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy speaks openly about burnout, emotional isolation, identity shifts, nervous system regulation, and what it actually takes to heal when life demands transformation. This is not love and light. This is real work.Geraldine shares her lived experience of running a startup, navigating profound personal change, and rebuilding self-worth, alongside a grounded discussion on emotional integration, trauma patterns, founder resilience, and sustainable wellbeing.The conversation explores why burnout is often a nervous system issue rather than a motivation problem, the difference between healing and spiritual bypassing, how emotional suppression keeps people stuck in repeated suffering cycles, and why founders, leaders, and high performers must learn regulation instead of endurance.It also looks at the role of rest, movement, sleep, and awareness in long-term resilience, and how self-worth directly impacts boundaries, pricing, leadership decisions, and sustainability.This episode is for founders, professionals, creatives, and anyone navigating a period of deep transition, especially those who appear strong on the outside but feel exhausted underneath.đż Explore Geraldineâs Self-Care Programs Practical self-care grounded in nervous system regulation, emotional integration, energetic awareness, and daily tools for sustainable wellbeing.Programs include Self-Care Foundations, Burnout Prevention and Recovery, Founder Performance and Resilience, and 1:1 Online Coaching.Website: https://geraldinehardy.com Instagram: @_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithinIf you prefer to watch, the full episode is available on YouTube:Â https://youtu.be/IBCYyhC0dgI
24/01/2026 ⢠13:49
What is life on a superyacht really like once the cameras stop rolling, and why has Below Deck captured the attention of millions worldwide?In this episode of Captainâs Chat, Captain Liam Devlin is joined by Sarah Goldman and Kelli Busby, the hosts of the Above Deck Podcast, for an open and informed conversation that bridges reality television with real-world yachting.Sarah brings years of experience in marine biology and research vessels, from NOAA fieldwork in Hawaii tracking manta rays to fisheries science along the US East Coast. Kelli brings a background in broadcast radio and media, and together they have built one of the most consistent and respected Below Deck discussion platforms online.This is not a recap episode. It is a grounded conversation about leadership, pressure, crew culture, and why yachting is far more complex than television can ever fully show.In this episode, we explore: Below Deck vs real yachting and what the show gets right Crew dynamics and guest expectations under constant pressure Leadership at sea, being firm but fair, and earning trust onboard Mental health and wellbeing when there is no off switch Extreme charter requests and how captains actually solve them Why destinations like Alaska could redefine future yachting content đď¸ Captainâs Chat Hosted by Captain Liam DevlinFollow the Above Deck Podcast: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abovedeckpod/Listen to the Above Deck Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.If you love Below Deck but want the real context behind the yachts, the crew, and the leadership decisions that never make it to screen, this episode is essential listening.
22/01/2026 ⢠44:53
Crew safety, crew wellbeing, and onboard culture are shaped long before a yacht ever leaves the dock. They begin with hiring decisions.In this episode of UNCENSORED, host MariĂŠn Sarriera speaks with Captain Mark McDowell about truth, accountability, and why recruitment practices in yachting have a direct impact on safety at sea.With more than two decades of experience as a superyacht captain, Captain McDowell breaks down how rushed reference checks, unchecked assumptions, and avoidance of difficult feedback quietly undermine professionalism, crew wellbeing, and long-term vessel stability. He explains why trust alone is not enough, how verification supports better leadership decisions, and why safety must be considered before a crew member ever steps onboard.This conversation challenges long-standing hiring norms and explores what smarter, more structured recruitment looks like in a modern yachting industry that claims to value safety, accountability, and people.Topics Covered Crew safety and the hidden risks of poor hiring Why reference checks often fail to tell the full story Accountability in yacht recruitment and leadership How verification strengthens trust rather than replacing it The link between hiring decisions and crew wellbeing Why professionalism must start before contracts are signed About the GuestCaptain Mark McDowell is a seasoned superyacht captain and founder of Superyacht References. His work focuses on improving recruitment standards, transparency, and accountability in yachting, with the aim of supporting safer vessels and more sustainable crew careers.đ https://superyachtreferences.comđĽ Video version available via Yachting International Radio Visit https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com to watch the full interview.âââââââââââââââ SUPPORTED BY Moore Dixon âââââââââââââââMoore Dixon is an independent marine insurance broker specialising in insurance solutions for the superyacht sector, including crew medical, accident and sickness cover. Moore Dixon supports captains, managers, owners, and crew with practical, industry-specific protection focused on people, operations, and wellbeing at sea.đ https://mdbl.im
21/01/2026 ⢠42:04
Why does yachting keep talking about crew wellbeing while losing experienced people year after year?In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, host Cherise Reedman sits down with Xanthe Bowater, Founder of WaveWellness Solutions, for a raw, unfiltered conversation about crew burnout, leadership failure, and why the industry still struggles to modernise its approach to human welfare onboard.Drawing on more than a decade working at sea, Xanthe shares the highs that make yachting unforgettable and the lows that quietly end careers. From unresolved trauma and isolation offshore to leadership roles filled without people management training, this episode examines how silence, stigma, and outdated systems continue to harm crew wellbeing, retention, and safety.The discussion goes beyond mental health awareness and into operational reality. Interior teams carry guest experience, emotional labour, and emergency responsibility while remaining undervalued. Crew are afraid to ask for help because confidentiality is misunderstood. Younger generations are labelled as soft when they are simply unwilling to accept burnout as normal.Xanthe also explains why WaveWellness Solutions was built using proven shore side Employee Assistance Program models, and why confidential, preventative wellbeing support is not a luxury but basic risk management for modern yachting operations.This episode is essential listening for captains, yacht managers, owners, and crew who want to understand why the industry keeps repeating the same mistakes and what practical change actually looks like onboard.Topics covered include: Crew burnout and retention in yachting Leadership gaps and people management failures Mental health at sea and confidentiality concerns Why interior crew remain undervalued despite high responsibility Trauma, isolation, and silence offshore The future of crew wellbeing in the superyacht industry About Yachting International Radio:Â https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.comLearn more about WaveWellness Solutions:https://www.wavewellnesss.com
21/01/2026 ⢠69:36
đ¸ Two brothers. One very honest conversation about money.In this episode of Rich AF, host Charl Minnaar (The Yachting Investor) sits down with his brother Stefan for a raw, unscripted conversation about money, life, work, and the messy reality of growing up and figuring things out as adults.What starts as sibling banter quickly turns into a candid discussion about upbringing, financial habits, career paths, and how money quietly shapes decisions around lifestyle, relationships, and long-term freedom. There is humour, self-awareness, a fair amount of swearing, and no pretending that anyone has this fully figured out.They talk about yacht income versus land-based expenses, saving aggressively without becoming miserable, lifestyle creep, investing mindsets, property myths, and why chasing numbers alone rarely delivers the sense of security people expect. Marriage, prenups, and the uncomfortable truth about how late most couples talk about money also come up, openly and without sugarcoating.This is not a how-to episode and it is not financial advice. It is a real conversation between two people who grew up together, took very different paths, and are still learning what money is actually for.Expect laughs, direct language, perspective, and the kind of honesty that makes you reflect on your own relationship with money.đ§ Topics covered in this episode: ⢠Growing up and early money beliefs ⢠Yacht paychecks versus real-world costs ⢠Saving, investing, and lifestyle creep ⢠Financial independence versus chasing numbers ⢠Property, renting, and common money myths ⢠Money inside relationships and marriage ⢠Why money conversations matter earlier than most thinkđ This episode is for entertainment and personal experience only and does not constitute financial advice.đŹ Listener question: When did you first realise that earning more money did not automatically make life simpler?
20/01/2026 ⢠34:51
Crew safety and welfare are no longer side conversations in yachting â they are operational priorities.In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas is joined by Paul Shepherd, Chair of the CHIRP Superyacht Board, alongside superyacht Chief Officer Jonas Wiesand.Recorded at METSTRADE Amsterdam, this candid conversation examines the real risks crews face onboard yachts â from work-aloft incidents and unsafe diving operations to cultural barriers that prevent crew from speaking up before accidents happen.At the center of the discussion is CHIRP (Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme), an independent, non-punitive reporting system that allows crew to confidentially share near-misses, hazardous practices, and safety concerns so the wider maritime and yachting industry can learn and improve.In this episode, we discuss:⢠Why near-misses matter as much as accidents ⢠How unsafe ânormal practiceâ becomes normalized onboard ⢠Work-aloft risks and recurring causes of serious incidents ⢠Diving operations, training gaps, and systemic failures ⢠The role of leadership and culture in crew safety ⢠What real safety culture looks like in professional yachting ⢠How confidential reporting protects crew, captains, and vessels ⢠Why yachting must learn from aviationâs safety systemsThis is a practical, experience-driven discussion focused on prevention, accountability, and learning â not blame.đ About CHIRPCHIRP (Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme) enables maritime professionals to report safety concerns, hazardous incidents, and near-misses anonymously. Reports are fully de-identified, reviewed by experienced professionals, and shared with the industry to prevent future accidents and improve crew welfare.đ Learn more or submit a confidential report: https://www.chirp.co.uk đą CHIRP Maritime app available on iOS & Androidâď¸ Episode Sponsor: ATPI TravelATPI Travel supports maritime and yachting professionals operating in complex, high-risk environments, delivering specialist travel solutions with a strong focus on crew welfare, duty of care, and operational efficiency.đ https://www.atpi.comđď¸ Yachting USA hosted by Rick Thomas Part of the Yachting International Radio network
18/01/2026 ⢠46:32
In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy shares her personal daily practice as part of her instructor training, filmed and practiced in a busy, high-season gym environment where distraction and pressure are present.Rather than removing external noise, the focus is on learning how to remain grounded, centred, and internally steady within it. This episode reframes self-care as a daily, multidimensional responsibility that supports the physical, emotional, mental, energetic, spiritual, and wisdom body.Geraldine draws on her training in Tai Chi (Taijiquan) and Qigong, also known as Qi Gong and historically referred to as Chi Kung, alongside other grounding practices including yoga, dance, writing, studying, and functional movement. These practices are presented not as trends, but as practical tools for regulation, focus, and resilience.The episode also reflects on hardship and disruption, including loss, illness, emotional strain, and life transitions, and how these experiences often become catalysts for growth, clarity, and internal strength when met with consistent practice and self-responsibility.This conversation is for anyone navigating pressure, change, or uncertainty and seeking practical ways to return to centre and continue forward without losing alignment.Topics covered: Daily self-care as a grounded, lived practice Tai Chi and Qigong for nervous system regulation Maintaining focus in demanding environments Returning to centre during stress, burnout, and transition Building resilience through repetition and responsibility Shedding conditioning and outdated identity patterns Learn more about Geraldine Hardyâs Self Care ProgramsPractical self-care grounded in nervous system regulation, emotional integration, energetic awareness, and sustainable daily practices.Programs include: Self Care Foundations Burnout Prevention and Recovery Founder Performance and Resilience 1:1 Online Coaching Website: https://geraldinehardy.com Instagram: @_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithin
15/01/2026 ⢠05:00
What does it really take to raise professional standards in the superyacht industry beyond minimum compliance?In this episode of Captainâs Chat, Captain Liam Devlin is joined by Joey Meen, a senior figure in maritime education and one of the key contributors to industry reform through International Association of Maritime Institutions (IAMI) and The Superyacht Alliance.With nearly four decades of experience, Joey shares insight into how education frameworks, accreditation, and industry collaboration are shaping the future of professional yachting. The conversation covers leadership, crew welfare, training standards, accountability, sustainability, and why unifying the industry is now essential.This episode is relevant for captains, crew, educators, management companies, and anyone invested in the long-term credibility and safety of the superyacht sector.đ International Association of Maritime Institutions (IAMI): https://www.iami.info đ The Superyacht Alliance: https://superyachtalliance.orgđď¸ Captainâs Chat Hosted by Captain Liam Devlin
15/01/2026 ⢠37:49
Crew safety in yachting is still too often built on assumptions, not systems.In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, Cherise Reedman is joined by Amelia Hilton Pierce of CrewPass for a candid, experience-led conversation about crew vetting, background checks, and why inconsistent hiring standards continue to put people at risk onboard.Amelia spent nearly a decade working on superyachts in senior interior leadership roles. She loved the work, the teams, and the standards. What ultimately pushed her shoreside was not burnout, but repeatedly feeling unprotected and being unable to fully protect her crew.Together, Cherise and Amelia explore how weak vetting processes, leadership gaps, and unchecked credentials quietly undermine crew welfare, safety culture, and operational integrity across the yachting industry.They also discuss how CrewPass has evolved from individual background checks into a broader compliance and verification system, covering criminal history checks, ID verification, certificate authentication, and enhanced online footprint screening.This is a grounded, practical conversation about accountability at sea, based on lived experience rather than theory.In This Episode, We Cover: Why feeling unsafe is one of the biggest reasons women leave yachting The leadership and training gaps that leave crews exposed How fraudulent certificates and unchecked histories still make it onboard Why background checks alone are not enough What enhanced online screening can reveal beyond CVs and references How CrewPass is reshaping expectations around crew verification and compliance Yachts today are complex, high-risk environments with real human consequences. If the industry expects professionalism at the highest level, crew standards must match.GuestAmelia Hilton Pierce CrewPass https://crewpass.co.ukHostCherise Reedman Founder, Yacht Pearls of WisdomInstagram: @yachtpearlsofwisdom
15/01/2026 ⢠50:33
Flag states are more than a name on the stern, they determine who protects crew, who investigates incidents, and how safety and welfare are enforced at sea.In this episode of Forward Watch, Karine Rayson is joined by Captain Chris OâFlaherty, IMO Delegate and Senior Technical Adviser at The Nautical Institute, for a rare, inside look at how flag states actually operate â and why choosing the wrong one can have serious consequences for both owners and crew.Drawing on 37 years as a Royal Navy captain and his current role representing seafarers at the International Maritime Organization, Chris explains how legal jurisdiction works under UNCLOS, how Port State Control exposes poor-performing flags, and what flag states will, and will not, investigate when serious incidents occur onboard.The conversation also explores upcoming STCW amendments, including mandatory sexual harassment prevention and trauma-informed response training, and why global mental health awareness training for seafarers may still take until 2030 to become law.This episode is essential listening for yacht crew, captains, managers, owners, and anyone who wants to understand where responsibility, leadership, and accountability truly sit in the maritime industry.Key topics covered: What a flag state is and why it holds legal authority over vessels Quality flags vs open registries (flags of convenience) How Port State Control and IMO audits expose systemic failures Flag state responsibility in crew welfare, safety, and investigations What happens when incidents involve mental health, harassment, or death Why leadership onboard is inseparable from safety and wellbeing Whatâs changing in STCW â and why reform moves slowly Forward Watch delivers clear, experience-driven insight into the regulatory forces shaping maritime operations â without spin, and without shortcuts.
14/01/2026 ⢠51:45
Search and rescue at sea is not theory â it is split-second decision-making where lives, ships, and entire coastlines are on the line.In this episode of Sea Views, host Julia Gosling is joined by Matt Baer, retired US Coast Guard captain and now Director of Emergency Response at Gallagher Marine Systems, for a rare, unfiltered look at how maritime search and rescue actually works in the real world.Drawing on decades of frontline experience, Matt breaks down how major rescue operations are coordinated across borders, why merchant vessels are often the fastest first responders offshore, and how technology like EPIRBs, personal locator beacons, AIS, infrared imaging, and aerial surveillance is changing survival outcomes at sea.This conversation moves beyond headlines into the realities professionals face â from mid-ocean rescues thousands of miles offshore, to next-of-kin notifications, to the hard decisions involved in suspending a search. Julia and Matt also compare UK and US search and rescue systems, highlighting where they differ, where they align, and what both still need to improve.Key topics include: How modern search and rescue operations are coordinated internationally Why âpeople firstâ governs every maritime emergency The role of AMVER and vessel-to-vessel assistance offshore How EPIRBs and personal locator beacons can take the search out of search and rescue Why registration details and data accuracy directly affect rescue speed The growing role of technology â and its limitations â in maritime emergencies The emotional toll of search and rescue, including next-of-kin notifications What still needs to change to improve safety for professional and recreational mariners Whether you work at sea, manage vessels, operate offshore, or simply want to understand how rescue really works when something goes wrong, this episode delivers rare insight from someone who has lived it.Host: Julia Gosling Guest: Matt Baer, Director of Emergency Response, Gallagher Marine Systems (Retired US Coast Guard)Supported by: CHIRP Maritime & The Seafarersâ Charity www.chirp.co.uk | www.theseafarerscharity.org
13/01/2026 ⢠47:39
In this episode of Yachting USA, Rick Thomas sits down with Jeroen van der Meer, CEO of Heesen Yachts, to explore how one of the worldâs most respected Dutch shipyards is shaping the future of superyacht design, engineering, and sustainability.Recorded following major ownership changes and a pivotal Monaco Yacht Show, this conversation offers a rare inside look at Heesenâs strategic direction â from custom and semi-custom yacht building to lean manufacturing, crew wellbeing, and next-generation propulsion systems.Jeroen shares how Heesen is balancing tradition with innovation, why the 50â70m segment remains the shipyardâs core focus, and how evolving owner expectations are influencing yacht usage, onboard livability, and lifecycle design.We also discuss: What defines build quality at a top-tier Dutch shipyard Custom vs semi-custom yacht production and why Heesen does both Engineering efficiency, hull performance, and system integration Sustainability, hybrid propulsion, and alternative fuel readiness Crew experience, routing, and long-term operability Global service strategy, predictive maintenance, and refit planning How U.S. yacht owners are influencing European yacht construction This is a technical, candid, and strategic conversation for yacht owners, captains, brokers, engineers, and anyone serious about where the superyacht industry is heading.Learn more about Heesen Yachts: https://www.heesenyachts.com
11/01/2026 ⢠32:13
South Florida is one of the most climate-exposed regions in the world â and Broward County is already planning for what comes next.In this episode of The Blue Economy, host Katherine OâFallon, Executive Director of the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, sits down with Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Chief Resilience Officer and Deputy Department Director at the Broward County Government, for a deep, data-driven conversation on how large urban coastal regions prepare for rising seas, intensified rainfall, and infrastructure stress.The discussion unpacks Broward Countyâs landmark Resilient Broward plan â a comprehensive, publicly accessible resilience strategy that combines advanced hydrologic modeling, sea level rise projections, stormwater and groundwater analysis, and economic impact assessments to guide long-term investment and redevelopment decisions.Rather than focusing on abstract climate scenarios, this episode examines how resilience is being implemented now, and why it has become a core economic strategy for protecting housing, jobs, infrastructure, and public services in South Florida.Key topics covered: How flood risk, sea level rise, stormwater, and groundwater interact in dense coastal cities What makes the Resilient Broward scenario viewer a global reference point for adaptation planning Why resilience planning is as much about economics as it is about climate science How local governments move faster than national policy when impacts are already underway Where blue economy innovation, public infrastructure, and private capital intersect The Blue Economy is powered by the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, accelerating ocean, climate, and resilience solutions through public-private collaboration across the region and beyond.This episode is essential listening for professionals working in climate adaptation, coastal infrastructure, marine innovation, economic development, public policy, and the blue economy.Resources & Links: Marine Research Hub of South Florida: https://www.marineresearchhub.org Resilient Broward Plan & Scenario Viewer: https://www.resilientbroward.com Broward County Resilience Office: https://www.broward.org/resilience Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact: https://southeastfloridaclimatecompact.org This episode is essential listening for professionals working in climate adaptation, coastal infrastructure, marine innovation, public policy, economic development, and the blue economy.
09/01/2026 ⢠48:44
In this episode of Self Care with Geraldine Hardy, Geraldine explores January reset, identity shifts, and why real self-care becomes essential during periods of burnout, emotional discomfort, and life transition.January often triggers resistance, uncertainty, and the desire to go back to who we were. Geraldine explains why this reaction is natural, why old identities stop working, and how burnout, emotional instability, and crisis act as signals for internal change rather than personal failure.This solo episode focuses on real self-care, not wellness trends. Drawing on nervous system regulation, trauma-informed self-care, yoga philosophy, and coaching, Geraldine breaks down how sustainable self-care supports emotional resilience, mental health, and long-term wellbeing.This episode is for anyone experiencing burnout, identity confusion, emotional stress, or major life change, and looking for grounded tools to navigate it.Topics covered: January reset and identity shifts Burnout recovery and emotional resilience Nervous system regulation and mental health Letting go of old versions of yourself Self-care during life transitions Building resilience through self-responsibility ⨠Key insight: When life feels uncomfortable, it often means change is already underway.đż About Geraldine Hardy Geraldine Hardy is a self-care practitioner and coach specialising in emotional resilience, nervous system regulation, burnout recovery, and multidimensional wellbeing.đ Website: geraldinehardy.com đ˛ Instagram: @_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithinđ§ New episodes explore self-care, mental health, burnout recovery, and personal growth.
09/01/2026 ⢠10:53
Breaking into yacht brokerage from the Caribbean requires more than certification. It requires trust, local knowledge, and credibility built over time.In this episode of Captainâs Chat, Captain Liam Devlin of Motor Yacht Unbridled speaks with Marcello Bailey, Yacht Broker and Founder of Bailey Inc Services, about his journey from yacht agent in St. Martin to operating within the global superyacht brokerage space.Marcello discusses the realities faced by Caribbean professionals in yachting, the importance of relationship-driven business, and why local expertise remains a critical asset in superyacht operations.This conversation explores yacht brokerage, island logistics, industry access, and the long-term value of integrity in a trust-based industry.đď¸ Captainâs ChatHost: Captain Liam Devlin Motor Yacht Unbridled https://yachtunbridled.comGuest: Marcello Bailey Yacht Broker and Founder, Bailey Inc Services https://www.baileyincservices.com
08/01/2026 ⢠27:30
Caroline Blatter â The Human Story Behind Trusted Superyacht ServicesCaroline Blatter, Founder and Director of The Superyacht Services Guide, joins Cherise Reedman to share a remarkable path into yachting that began far from the docks of Europe. Trained as a physiotherapist and raised across Argentina and Brussels, Caroline stepped onboard through a decade-defining love story â and found herself helping to build one of the most recognized service directories in the global superyacht world.What followed was not a brochure version of life at sea. Caroline recounts sailing 90-foot Zana two-handed with her husband Andrew, listening to crew across the Med and Caribbean, and turning their insight into a platform captains could actually trust when booking engineers, provisioners, finance advisers, and refit yards â especially when âyacht taxâ and skepticism travel with every vessel.Years later the family faced a different ocean entirely: young-onset dementia. Caroline speaks with honesty about diagnosis under 65, caregiving with four children at home, Andrewâs legacy, and why the next chapter matters â her son Tristan Devlin Blass stepping into the business and carrying forward a crew-verified mission that performance algorithms cannot dismiss.The episode delivers high-intent keywords for: trusted yacht services, superyacht crew life, family dynamics in yachting, maritime training, and next-generation leadership across Monaco, Palma, Antibes, Antigua, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond.FIND & FOLLOWGuest: Caroline Blatter â Founder & Director, The Superyacht Services Guide Website: https://www.superyachtservicesguide.com/Host: Cherise Reedman â Founder, Yacht Pearls of Wisdom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yachtpearlsofwisdom/
07/01/2026 ⢠60:21
Barefoot cruising is returning, and it challenges almost everything modern cruising has become.In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas sits down with Charles J. Kropke, CEO of The Windjammer Way, to explore the revival of tall-ship sailing and the return of barefoot cruising built on freedom, flexibility, and authentic connection at sea.Charles shares how Windjammer is rebuilding an iconic model rooted in small-ship exploration, captain-led itineraries, and deep respect for Caribbean culture and marine environments. Central to this story is the Mandalay, a 1923 sailing vessel with a remarkable history spanning luxury yachting and some of the most significant scientific research ever conducted at sea.This conversation goes beyond nostalgia and into the realities of scale, examining how mass cruising has reshaped the guest experience, why smaller sailing ships can reach places others cannot, and how crew culture, community, and purpose play a defining role in meaningful travel on the ocean.Listeners will gain insight into how Windjammer sits between luxury yacht charter and boutique cruising, why flexible itineraries matter, and how partnerships with research institutions and ocean science organizations are shaping the future of experiential sailing.Episode Topics Include What barefoot cruising really means in todayâs market Why tall ships offer access and authenticity big vessels cannot The Mandalayâs legacy as both a luxury yacht and research vessel Captain-led itineraries versus fixed cruise schedules Crew culture, community, and the human side of life at sea Ocean science, research partnerships, and stewardship Where boutique cruising fits into the future of yachting Guest Charles J. Kropke CEO, The Windjammer Way https://www.thewindjammerway.comHost Rick Thomasâââââââââââââââ SUPPORTED BY ATPI Travel âââââââââââââââ ATPI Travel provides global travel management solutions for the maritime and yachting industries, supporting crews, executives, and operations with expert logistics, risk management, and sector-specific expertise worldwide. https://www.atpi.com
04/01/2026 ⢠31:39
What does self-care actually look like when life breaks you open â and thereâs no shortcut back?In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy sits down with movement teacher and mentor Perry Idyll for an unfiltered conversation about depression, embodiment, nervous system regulation, and the long road back to inner stability.Perry shares his journey from a conventional upbringing and music career in Los Angeles to a complete life reset in Thailand â shaped by years of depression, isolation during COVID, meditation, and deep somatic practices including Tai Chi and Qigong. Together, they explore why healing is not about optimization, positivity, or avoidance â but about learning how to stay present with discomfort, soften resistance, and rebuild trust in the body.This conversation moves through movement as medicine, somatic awareness, spiritual deconstruction, emotional pain, and self-sovereignty â without performance, platitudes, or pressure to âfixâ yourself.This is not aspirational wellness. This is lived, embodied self-care.In this episode, youâll hear about: Why movement is nervous system regulation, not just exercise How depression and burnout manifest in the body The role of somatic awareness in reducing rumination and stress Why Tai Chi and Qigong support emotional resilience and presence How going into discomfort can shorten suffering The difference between spiritual concepts and embodied truth What self-sovereignty actually means in daily life About the GuestPerry Idyll is a movement teacher and mentor, and the founder of Idyll Mastery. His work blends Tai Chi, Qigong, strength training, meditation, and nervous system education to help people reconnect with their bodies, regulate stress, and build inner clarity through lived experience.đ Find Perry Idyll Instagram: @perry.idyll Platform: idyllmastery.appđď¸ Self Care with Geraldine Hardy Exploring wellbeing, healing, and transformation through lived experience and conscious leadership.https://www.geraldinehardy.com/
01/01/2026 ⢠60:26
Yacht compliance is not optional â and it is never just paperwork. In this episode of Captainâs Chat, Captain Liam Devlin sits down with Captain Wendy Clark, Founder of Plumeria Marine, to unpack the compliance failures that quietly shut down charter programs, expose owners to liability, and put crew at risk. With extensive experience across inspected vessels, charter operations, and marine management, Wendy explains why US Coast Guard compliance is black and white â and why misunderstanding that reality costs owners months of revenue and credibility. This conversation goes beyond theory, covering real-world scenarios involving charter shutdowns, delivery risks, crew safety, environmental responsibility, and the human factor behind most onboard incidents. This episode is essential listening for captains, owners, brokers, managers, and crew who understand that safety, compliance, and leadership are inseparable at sea. What youâll learn Why US Coast Guard compliance leaves zero room for interpretation The paperwork mistakes that can instantly stop charter operations How cutting corners on deliveries creates serious liability exposure Why safety culture must be built before inspections, not after The human factor behind most maritime incidents How compliance protects crew, owners, and the marine environment Guest Captain Wendy Clark  Founder, Plumeria Marine  đ https://www.plumeriamarine.com Host Captain Liam Devlin  Motor Yacht Unbridled  đ https://yachtunbridled.com Explore more YIR shows and features https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com Sponsorship & Partnerships Captainâs Chat sponsorship opportunities are available for brands aligned with yachting, compliance, safety, training, and marine services.  đŠ info@yachtinginternationalradio.com
01/01/2026 ⢠38:07
