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Yacht crew earn high income with low living expenses. So why do so many leave the superyacht industry without savings, investments, or an exit strategy?In this episode of UNCENSORED, host Marién Sarriera sits down with Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor and host of Rich AF, for a direct and practical conversation about money mindset, investing for beginners, compound interest, financial literacy in yachting, and escaping the golden handcuffs.From junior crew just starting out to seasoned captains approaching career transition, this episode breaks down how to build real wealth while working at sea.Charl explains why financial education is missing in most countries, why yacht crew are uniquely positioned to invest early, and how simple tools like index funds and ETFs can outperform complex strategies over time. The discussion also addresses freelancing income instability, budgeting, emergency funds, tracking net worth, and building a structured exit plan before burnout forces the decision.If you work in the superyacht industry and want financial freedom beyond your next contract, this episode is essential listening.Inside This Episode:• Money psychology and scarcity vs abundance mindset • The golden handcuffs in yachting • How to calculate and build an emergency fund • Compound interest and long term wealth building • Index funds, ETFs, and beginner investing strategies • Financial planning for freelance yacht crew • The three bucket spending framework • Why tracking your net worth changes behaviour • Building an exit strategy from yachting━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Moore Dixon ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Moore Dixon is an independent marine insurance broker specialising in insurance solutions for the superyacht sector. Their expertise includes crew medical, accident and sickness insurance, supporting captains, managers, owners, and crew with industry specific protection and a practical understanding of life at sea.Learn more at https://mdbl.imPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping jobs. Billionaires are accelerating away from the middle class. And the superyacht market is still breaking records.In this episode of Rich AF, host Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor, sits down with Kevin Koenig, yacht journalist and creator of The Yacht Fella, for a wide-ranging conversation on AI disruption, wealth inequality, yacht brokerage, and the psychology of ultra-wealth.Kevin shares his journey from law and Goldman Sachs during the 2008 financial crisis to becoming one of the most respected voices in yacht journalism. They discuss authenticity in media, the rise of AI-generated writing, and why voice and credibility matter more than ever in a world flooded with automated content.The conversation then turns to economics. What happens when automation targets white collar work? Is the widening wealth gap sustainable? Why are billionaires buying larger yachts while the 80 to 120 foot yacht segment feels pressure?They also explore:• The current state of the superyacht market • Yacht brokerage realities and the 90 10 rule • Why crew need a long term exit strategy • AI replacing jobs and the future of work • Kismet and the psychology of extreme luxury • Why explorer yachts may represent a smarter long term visionThis episode connects Artificial Intelligence, billionaires, superyachts, and global economic shifts in a way few conversations inside the industry attempt.If you follow luxury markets, the future of work, wealth trends, or the yacht industry, this is a discussion worth hearing.Guest: Kevin Koenig, The Yacht Fella Host: Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor Show: Rich AFThis episode reflects personal opinion and industry experience. It is not financial advice.

Cyber risk in yachting is no longer theoretical. Superyachts are increasingly exposed to digital threats, ransomware, email spoofing, onboard system vulnerabilities and targeted cyber attacks. Yet many vessels remain underprepared.In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey, Founder of Yacht Workers Council, sits down with Matthew Roberts of Anchorpoint to examine what cyber security really means inside the superyacht industry.As vessels become more connected through bridge systems, satellite communications, AV and IT infrastructure, crew devices and shore side management platforms, the operational attack surface expands. This conversation explores how cyber risk affects superyachts, crew, captains, owners and yacht management companies.Topics covered include: The most common cyber security vulnerabilities onboard superyachts Email spoofing and supplier payment fraud in yachting Human error as the primary cyber risk factor Why firewalls alone do not protect a yacht Password management failures across the industry Cyber insurance expectations and regulatory pressure Supply chain cyber risk in maritime operations How captains and management companies can improve digital resilience Cyber security is now an operational responsibility. As the superyacht sector evolves technologically, digital risk management must evolve alongside it.Learn more about Yacht Workers Council: https://www.yachtworkerscouncil.comPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsPrefer to listen elsewhere? Search Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform.Featuring: Captain James Battey, Founder, Yacht Workers Council Matthew Roberts, Anchorpoint

The superyacht industry is growing fast. The question is whether service infrastructure is keeping up.With more than 800 yachts currently in build or contract worldwide, refit demand, control system upgrades, and technical service capacity are becoming critical issues across the global fleet.In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas speaks with Marcel Aartsen of OEM Yacht Service about the realities behind superyacht refits, obsolete PLC systems, skilled labour shortages, and the migration of vessels between the United States and Europe for technical support.This is a direct conversation about what keeps yachts operational after delivery.In this episode: Why superyacht refit demand is accelerating The challenge of replacing aging PLC and control systems onboard Skilled technician shortages across shipyards The cost and inefficiency of flying engineers globally Why collaboration between service providers may be the future Entrepreneurship and growth in marine engineering If you work in shipbuilding, yacht refit, marine engineering, crew management, or yacht operations, this discussion is essential listening.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsSupported by ATPI TravelATPI Travel supports the global yachting and maritime industry with specialist travel solutions designed for complex crew logistics, operational travel and industry mobility.Visit: https://www.atpi.comYachting USA Host: Rick Thomas Guest: Marcel Aartsen, OEM Yacht Service

What happens when spiritual leadership lacks integrity?In this deeply reflective episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy explores the growing global conversation around spiritual leaders, ethical responsibility, discernment, and alignment within healing communities, coaching spaces, retreats, and online wellness platforms.As discussions around authority, influence, and accountability continue to surface across industries, this episode offers a grounded and professional perspective rooted in trauma-informed practice, nervous system awareness, and embodied leadership.With over 15 years of experience in yoga, therapeutic modalities, nervous system regulation, and holistic self-care education, Geraldine shares her observations on the difference between intellectual knowledge and lived integrity — and why true leadership must be embodied, not performed.This episode discusses: Spiritual leadership and ethical integrity Discernment in healing and coaching communities Trauma-informed approaches to self-care and healing Nervous system awareness in wellness practices Guru culture and authority in spiritual spaces Personal empowerment versus dependency in coaching Energetic boundaries and intuition Alignment, authenticity, and embodied awareness The psychology of influence in wellness industries Geraldine also addresses a critical modern challenge: the rise of unqualified spiritual coaches and leaders who lack formal training in trauma, the nervous system, or therapeutic frameworks, and the potential risks this poses to vulnerable individuals seeking support.Rather than promoting fear or cynicism, this episode reinforces personal sovereignty, self-awareness, and grounded intuition as the foundation of sustainable wellbeing and authentic healing.At its core, this conversation reframes self-care as more than rest and recovery. It is about discernment, emotional regulation, energetic awareness, and maintaining integrity in both leadership and personal growth.About the Host:Geraldine Hardy is a trauma-informed practitioner, certified NLP coach, alchemy healer, and self-care educator specialising in nervous system regulation, emotional integration, and embodied awareness.Explore Programs and Resources: Website: https://geraldinehardy.com Instagram: @_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithinDistributed globally via the Yachting Channel and major podcast platforms.

Crew retention, interior systems, and leadership structure are becoming defining factors in modern yacht operations.In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Lisa Gould, Founder of On Deck Yachting, about the operational gaps that impact owner experience, crew stability, and onboard efficiency. With over two decades in the marine industry, Lisa shares why interior departments operate in silos, how missing documentation and handovers create long-term disruption, and why structured onboarding is critical for program continuity.The conversation explores the reality behind luxury service delivery, the psychology of crew turnover, and the growing need for third-party HR-style oversight in yachting. From preference sheets and guest interaction to leadership communication and accountability, this episode highlights how systemised interior management directly influences charter success and owner satisfaction.Key themes include interior leadership, crew retention strategies, onboarding frameworks, documentation systems, chain of command, and the operational definition of luxury in the superyacht sector.Guest: Lisa Gould, Founder of On Deck Yachting Website: https://ondeck-yachting.com/ Instagram: @ondeckyachtingHosted by Captain Liam DevlinPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Captain James Battey, founder of the Yacht Workers Council, joins Cherise Reedman on Balls of Wisdom to discuss captain burnout, crew welfare, stagnant wages, rotation standards, and structural reform in the superyacht industry.This in-depth conversation explores the growing pressure placed on yacht captains and senior crew as compliance requirements expand, operational complexity increases, and industry standards struggle to keep pace with modern expectations.From early crew-house culture to commanding yachts and launching an industry-wide support platform, Captain Battey shares first-hand insight into leadership responsibility, crew management, mental health strain, wage stagnation, and why unified crew standards are urgently needed across yachting.Topics covered in this episode include:• Captain burnout and leadership pressure in yachting • Superyacht crew wages and industry stagnation • Rotation policy and work-life balance at sea • Mental health support for yacht crew • Compliance growth and operational accountability • Crew tipping systems and onboard inequality • Why conferences discuss crew without crew representation • The mission and structure of the Yacht Workers CouncilThis episode is part of the Balls of Wisdom series, highlighting influential men shaping safer, more accountable practices within the superyacht and maritime industry.Whether you are a yacht captain, chief officer, stewardess, engineer, owner representative, management company, or aspiring crew member, this conversation addresses the structural realities shaping modern yachting careers.Yacht Workers Council https://yachtworkerscouncil.com/Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

Yacht crew are not bad with money.They just live in a world where your boss flies in caviar by seaplane and your accommodation is free.In this episode of Rich AF, Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor, sits down with Superyacht Chef Leandri Kerschbaumer to unpack what really happens to your money mindset inside the superyacht industry.They talk lifestyle creep, tax-free salaries, beach club economics, and the slightly dangerous logic of “I'll make it back next season.” Leandri shares why skipping university was her best financial decision, why “chasing men” turned out to be one of her more expensive ones, and why she believes money is currency, currency is energy, and it needs to flow.Charl, naturally, challenges that perspective, because while yachting pays well, it also quietly distorts your sense of financial normal.At one point he asks how she would spend one million dollars in a week.Her answer?“I would buy gold… which is technically an investment… and rare gems. And just don myself in gold and sparkles.”It is playful. It is honest. And beneath it is a serious conversation about yacht crew spending habits, financial independence, exit strategies, and building something beyond the boat.If you work in yachting, this one will feel familiar.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.Connect with Leandri Kerschbaumer Instagram: @chefleandriConnect with Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor Instagram: @theyachtinginvestor Website: theyachtinginvestor.com

The superyacht industry is growing fast. Fleet expansion is accelerating, new builds are increasing, and operational demands are becoming more complex across the sector.But growth without alignment creates risk.In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas sits down with Joey Meen, IAMI GUEST Director and President of the Superyacht Alliance, to discuss the coordinated effort now underway to raise standards across the superyacht industry.The Superyacht Alliance is not a discussion panel. It is a working coalition of associations focused on practical reform. The conversation explores crew welfare, fatigue and minimum manning realities, harmonisation of operational standards across vessel sizes, clearer employment contracts, onboarding consistency, and the development of a Superyacht Qualifications Framework to create structured career pathways both onboard and ashore.With more than 600 large yachts currently under construction worldwide, retention, training, and operational consistency are no longer secondary concerns. They are structural imperatives.This episode offers a serious look at how the industry is addressing safety culture, workforce sustainability, and long-term professional credibility.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.Supported by ATPI TravelATPI Travel supports the global yachting and maritime industry with specialist travel solutions designed for complex crew logistics, operational travel, and industry mobility. 

What happens when your intuition tells you something is off?In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy explores intuition, energetic boundaries and why founders must sometimes build quietly before they build publicly.In a business culture that rewards constant visibility and updates, Geraldine reframes silence as discernment. When a project is still forming, when strategy is anchoring and agreements are not yet finalised, premature exposure can destabilise clarity and dilute conviction.This episode explores:• Why your first intuitive response is often the most accurate • Protecting projects during their conception phase • Remaining intentionally vague while direction solidifies • Managing projections, assumptions and external pressure • The connection between nervous system regulation and leadership • Why silence can be a form of energetic stewardship • Building with grounded conviction before seeking validationDrawing from her experience as a founder operating in high-confidentiality environments, Geraldine explains why not everything needs to be shared in real time.Silence is not secrecy. It is maturity. It is self-leadership.For founders, entrepreneurs and leaders navigating early-stage ideas, this conversation offers a grounded reminder: trust your intuition, protect your energy and allow structure to settle before visibility follows.

In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin speaks with Claire Hagen, Founder of The Armada Club, about why the traditional entry point into yachting no longer reflects how ultra-high-net-worth clients actually make decisions today.They explore how privacy concerns, AI and changing expectations are reshaping client trust, and why short, real onboard experiences may become a more effective gateway into charter and ownership than legacy sales funnels.The conversation also covers how a membership-led model can support brokers rather than bypass them, what this shift could mean for shipyards and designers, and why crew wellbeing and long-term career sustainability must sit at the centre of the industry's future.Learn more about The Armada Club and their upcoming pilot programme: https://www.armadayachtclub.com/Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

In this episode of Balls of Wisdom, host Cherise Reedman speaks with Paul Shepherd from CHIRP about how confidential safety reporting is quietly changing risk culture across the superyacht and wider yachting industry.This is a practical, experience-led conversation about what actually prevents accidents onboard — not after an incident, but before one ever reaches a report, an investigation or the media.Paul explains how CHIRP works, why near-miss reporting is one of the most powerful safety tools the industry has, and how real operational risk is often hidden behind minimum compliance standards.The discussion also explores why some of the highest-risk areas onboard remain consistently under-reported, how fatigue and workload influence safety decisions, and why learning systems must reflect real yacht operations — not just regulatory minimums.In this episode, you'll hear about: How confidential reporting through CHIRP works in practice Why near-miss data is more valuable than accident statistics How safety intelligence is shared without blame or exposure Why “minimum safe manning” does not reflect real superyacht operations Where hidden operational and interior risks continue to go unnoticed How a stronger reporting culture protects both crew and owners This special Balls of Wisdom series features influential men using their experience and leadership to strengthen accountability, learning and safety standards across yachting.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

What do uncrewed surface vessels really mean for safety at sea, maritime jobs and the future of offshore operations?In this episode of Sea Views, hosts Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell are joined by Simon Adams, founder of The USV Group, for a practical, operations-led conversation on how uncrewed and remotely operated vessels are actually being used today.This episode cuts through the hype around autonomy and explains the real difference between remote operations and fully autonomous ships, how regulation is evolving, and why human oversight remains central to safe maritime operations.The discussion covers how USVs are already supporting seabed survey, offshore wind, subsea cables, defence and surveillance, the environmental benefits of smaller and lower-fuel platforms, and what this technological shift means for seafarers, skills and future shore-based maritime careers.Simon also explains why large, fully uncrewed commercial cargo ships are unlikely in the near term, what still limits true autonomy at sea, and what needs to change to allow safe testing and development within existing regulatory frameworks.A clear, myth-busting look at uncrewed vessels, safety, regulation and the real future of maritime operations.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.Host: Julia Gosling and Adam ParnellGuest: Simon Adams, Founder, The USV GroupSeries: Sea Views

In this episode of The Crew Car, Captain James Battey, founder of the Yacht Workers Council, takes yachting's version of car-chat culture on the road to tackle one of the most urgent and overlooked issues facing crew today, long-term financial security.Filmed inside the car, Captain James is joined by Morgan Tebbutt from Halcyon Group, a former yacht crew member now specialising in financial planning for South African yacht crew working internationally.The conversation focuses on the real financial risks created by rotational work, contract gaps and career instability across the superyacht sector.This episode covers:• Why most yacht crew delay financial planning and the long-term cost of starting too late • How income protection works for yacht crew and why the majority of seafarers have no cover • The increasing risk of offshore investment scams targeting crew • The practical differences between South African and UK financial planning structures for seafarers • How pensions, investments and protection need to be designed around international yacht careers • Whether yacht management and employers should play a larger role in crew financial protection • Why career progression, training, wellbeing and financial strategy must be treated as one systemThe Crew Car is part of a wider industry initiative led by Yacht Workers Council to improve crew welfare, strengthen legal protections and support long-term, sustainable careers in yachting through practical, experience-led guidance.Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news

In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas speaks with Estelle Viriot, former superyacht chef and founder of SEANERGY Yachting, about the realities of yacht crew welfare, mental health, burnout and reporting culture across the global superyacht industry.This is an operational, experience-driven conversation about what life onboard really looks like for professional yacht crew and why current systems around leadership, references, NDAs and management structures often leave crew without safe pathways for support.Drawing directly from her own onboard experience, Estelle explains what led her to step away from active crew life and build a digital platform designed to support crew before entering the industry, throughout their careers and after they step ashore.The discussion explores the real impact of long charter seasons, extended working hours, fatigue, alcohol culture, power imbalance and the difficulty of reporting harassment and misconduct onboard. It also looks at why rotational roles, leadership accountability and practical wellbeing support are essential for the future of safe and sustainable yacht operations.This episode is essential listening for yacht owners, captains, managers, recruiters and crew seeking realistic, experience-based insight into crew wellbeing, retention, safety culture and professional standards within the superyacht industry.Topics covered in this episode include: Yacht crew welfare and mental health onboard superyachts Burnout, fatigue and long working hours in yachting Harassment, fear culture and barriers to reporting at sea NDAs, references and crew vulnerability Alcohol use, leadership responsibility and onboard safety Rotational crew positions and sustainable yacht operations Why change must be informed by lived crew experience How SEANERGY Yachting supports crew across their full career journey Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. 

In this episode of The Blue Economy with Katherine O'Fallon, host Katherine O'Fallon speaks with Dr. Harry K. Moon, President and CEO of Nova Southeastern University, about how ocean science, healthcare and climate research are converging to shape the future of South Florida and global resilience solutions.From coral restoration and shark genomics to Arctic research expeditions and international partnerships in Greenland and Iceland, Dr. Moon shares how Nova Southeastern University is positioning the region as a global centre for ocean and health innovation.The conversation explores how healthcare research and ocean science are becoming deeply interconnected, why Greenland and the Arctic now serve as early-warning systems for climate and sea-level change, and how real-world data must guide coastal infrastructure, port planning and resilience policy.Dr. Moon also discusses Nova Southeastern University's Carnegie R1 and Opportunity designations, the growing role of international research partnerships, and the long-term vision to build a Woods Hole–style ocean research and innovation hub for the southern United States.This episode is essential listening for professionals working in coastal infrastructure, marine innovation, climate resilience, ports, healthcare, research and public policy.Featured linksNova Southeastern University – Ocean and Marine Research https://nsuocean.nova.edu/index.htmlNova Southeastern University – main website https://www.nova.edu/index.htmlOffice of the President – Dr. Harry K. Moon https://www.nova.edu/president/index.htmlNational Coral Research Institute (NSU) https://nsuocean.nova.edu/institutes/coral-reef-institute.htmlNSU Shark Research Program https://nsuocean.nova.edu/research/shark.htmlRising Seas Institute at NSU https://nsuocean.nova.edu/rising-seas-institute/index.htmlThe Blue Economy is powered by the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, a non-profit collaboration elevating & accelerating ocean, climate, and resilience solutions across the region. Learn more: https://marineresearchhub.orgPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsPrefer to listen? Search Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform.

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.

Yacht crew welfare is now one of the biggest operational risks in the superyacht industry.In this episode of Captain's 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 Captain's Chat

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.

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.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY ATPI Travel ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 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.

In the first episode of Women in Maritime, host Julia Gosling speaks with Nitzeira Watson Stewart, Legal Representative of The Nautical Institute – 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 “right contacts” 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.

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.

In this episode of Captain's 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.

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.

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 “The Boat Boss” 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 Düsseldorf, 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 industry's 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. Brunswick's portfolio spans propulsion, boats, advanced marine technology, and digital platforms, positioning the company at the center of industry transformation.

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.

The superyacht industry has entered a new era of visibility, scrutiny, and political relevance — 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 — 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 industry's 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 — 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.✈️ 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.

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.

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 Captain's 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

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 Marién 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.

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: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.comLearn more about WaveWellness Solutions:https://www.wavewellnesss.com

Crew safety and welfare are no longer side conversations in yachting — 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 — 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 “normal practice” 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 aviation's safety systemsThis is a practical, experience-driven discussion focused on prevention, accountability, and learning — not blame.

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 Hardy's 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

What does it really take to raise professional standards in the superyacht industry beyond minimum compliance?In this episode of Captain's 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.

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

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 O'Flaherty, IMO Delegate and Senior Technical Adviser at The Nautical Institute, for a rare, inside look at how flag states actually operate — 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 What's changing in STCW — and why reform moves slowly Forward Watch delivers clear, experience-driven insight into the regulatory forces shaping maritime operations — without spin, and without shortcuts.

Search and rescue at sea is not theory — 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 — 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 “people first” 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 — and its limitations — 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 Seafarers' Charity www.chirp.co.uk | www.theseafarerscharity.org

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 world's 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 Heesen's strategic direction — 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 50–70m segment remains the shipyard's 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

South Florida is one of the most climate-exposed regions in the world — and Broward County is already planning for what comes next.In this episode of The Blue Economy, host Katherine O'Fallon, 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 County's landmark Resilient Broward plan — 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.

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.

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 Captain's 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.

Caroline Blatter — 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 — 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 — especially when “yacht tax” 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, Andrew's legacy, and why the next chapter matters — 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 — Founder & Director, The Superyacht Services Guide Website: https://www.superyachtservicesguide.com/Host: Cherise Reedman — Founder, Yacht Pearls of Wisdom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yachtpearlsofwisdom/

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 today's market Why tall ships offer access and authenticity big vessels cannot The Mandalay's 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 Thomas━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY ATPI Travel ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 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

What does self-care actually look like when life breaks you open — and there's 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 — 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 — 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 — without performance, platitudes, or pressure to “fix” yourself.This is not aspirational wellness. This is lived, embodied self-care.In this episode, you'll 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.

Yacht compliance is not optional — and it is never just paperwork. In this episode of Captain's 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 — 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 you'll 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  

Yacht crew contracts, flag state jurisdiction, and maritime law directly affect the safety, rights, and legal exposure of both seafarers and yacht owners. In this episode of Maritime Legal, host Jessica Galea, Partner at Dingli & Dingli Law Firm, is joined by Dr. Lorna Mifsud Cachia, Managing Partner and Head of Litigation, and Dr. Marcus Degiorgio, Associate in the Litigation Department, to explain how employment contracts operate as binding legal instruments under maritime law and why mistakes at the signing stage often lead to serious disputes later. The discussion focuses on one of the most common legal risks in yachting: unclear or multiple employment agreements. The speakers break down how dual contracts, unclear employer identity, and poor execution can expose both crew and yacht owners to civil disputes, regulatory breaches, and criminal liability. This episode also explores how flag state jurisdiction applies when incidents occur onboard yachts, including in foreign territorial waters, and why registering under a reputable flag state such as Malta provides legal oversight, reporting mechanisms, and enforceable protections for all parties involved. Topics covered include crew contract validity, flag state enforcement, harassment and misconduct onboard, criminal jurisdiction at sea, and the importance of transparency, good faith, and legal clarity in yacht operations. This episode is essential listening for yacht crew, yacht owners, managers, captains, and maritime professionals seeking to understand their legal rights and obligations before signing an employment contract. This episode of Maritime Legal is proudly supported by the Malta Ship Registry. https://maltashipregistry.gov.mt Recorded on location at Marina di Valletta, Malta.  https://marinadivalletta.com Learn more about Dingli & Dingli Law Firm:  https://www.dingli.com.mt

Yacht management is expanding rapidly — but oversight, crew welfare, and vetting standards are struggling to keep pace. In this episode of Yachting USA, host Rick Thomas sits down with yacht management pioneer Bob Saxon for a wide-ranging conversation on where the industry is headed, what's being overlooked, and why yachting must evolve from a fragmented industry into a true profession. They discuss: Why yacht management is in a growth surge — and why it's not “easy money” Crew mental health, onboard stress, and the realities of close-quarters life at sea Vetting gaps, background checks, and how hiring failures still happen Crew gratuities, transparency, and misplaced expectations The charter boom and how new luxury travel models feed yacht charter demand Why coalition thinking and stronger standards are essential for the future ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━  SUPPORTED BY  Engineered Yacht Solutions ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Engineered Yacht Solutions provides precision yacht fabrication, expert metalwork, and dependable solutions trusted by the industry.

Self-care is not about motivation or aesthetics. It is about regulation, awareness, and rebuilding trust with the body after stress, trauma, and burnout. In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy is joined by Nenad Stanis, founder of Body Connection Movement, for a grounded conversation on embodied recovery, nervous system regulation, and why movement is inseparable from mental health. Drawing on lived experience rather than theory, Nenad shares how trauma, displacement, chronic stress, and burnout shaped his approach to movement — and why most people struggle not because they lack discipline, but because they lack safe, adaptive frameworks that meet them where they are. This episode explores: Why movement is a nervous system tool, not just fitness How trauma and chronic stress manifest physically The role of breathwork in regulating overwhelm Why short, consistent practices outperform intensity The risks of copy-paste training models What “awareness first” means in sustainable recovery This is not a performance-driven conversation.  It is a practical discussion on rebuilding capacity, stability, and resilience over time. Guest Contact Nenad Stanis Founder, Body Connection Movement

Crew wellness is no longer optional in yachting. It directly affects performance, retention, safety, and the overall owner and guest experience. In this episode of Captain's Chat, Captain Liam Devlin sits down with Glen Taylor, Co-Founder of Super Yacht Fitness, to explore how fitness, recovery, movement, and mindset are reshaping modern yacht operations. With over 20 years in the yachting industry and experience rooted in elite sport and high-performance environments, Glen explains why most yacht gyms fail to deliver results, how crew wellbeing impacts service standards, and why wellness must be treated as an operational priority rather than a luxury feature. This conversation covers crew fitness, mental resilience, wearable technology, recovery, space design, leadership culture, and the growing role wellness plays in owner expectations and charter success. Essential listening for captains, managers, owners' representatives, designers, brokers, and crew who understand that a healthy crew delivers a better yacht.

The global yachting industry is closing out 2025 in transformation mode. Consolidation is accelerating. Refits are outperforming new builds. Digital platforms are attracting private equity. Ownership models are changing — fast. In this final episode of Yachting Unplugged for 2025, Kim Sweers “The Boat Boss” delivers a clear, unfiltered briefing on the forces reshaping the global yachting and marine industry as it heads into 2026. This episode covers: Major mergers and consolidation across coatings, charter, and digital platforms Why refit, rebuild, and lifecycle services dominated the market Hybrid propulsion and innovation moving from concept to execution Charter and rental platforms becoming the gateway to ownership Regulatory intervention signaling tighter scrutiny on marine M&A Regional market signals from Asia-Pacific, Europe, Turkey, and Australia A standout positive performance as Princess Yachts returns to profit ahead of schedule This isn't opinion or hype. It's an industry-level view of what actually mattered in 2025 — and what will determine survivability and success in 2026 and beyond. Yachting Unplugged delivers independent insight for builders, dealers, refit yards, service providers, brokers, and professionals navigating a rapidly evolving market.