Yachting Channel

by Yachting International Radio
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Yachting Channel | Yachting International Radio Yachting Channel by Yachting International Radio (YIR) is a leading global yacht podcast, yachting podcast, superyacht podcast, and maritime podcast network covering the people, businesses, vessels, crew, owners, technology, destinations, and ideas shaping the modern yachting industry. Produced by Yachting International Radio, the Yachting Channel brings together over 20 original shows featuring yacht captains, superyacht crew, brokers, shipyards, designers, maritime lawyers, engineers, sustainability leaders, recruiters, wellness experts, entrepreneurs, and industry voices from across the global marine sector. Topics include yacht ownership, yacht charter, superyacht design, yacht crew life, crew training, maritime law, crew contracts, refit, new builds, engineering, boating trends, blue economy, ocean innovation, sustainability, leadership, recruitment, mental health, destinations, luxury lifestyle, and the business of yachting. With daily yachting content across audio, video, editorial, and social media, Yachting Channel is built for yacht owners, superyacht captains, crew, brokers, builders, suppliers, charter clients, maritime professionals, boating enthusiasts, and anyone who wants informed, real-world insight into the global yacht and superyacht industry. Yachting Channel is produced by Yachting International Radio, an independent yachting and maritime media network reaching more than one million maritime professionals and enthusiasts each month. Explore Yachting International Radio: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com https://linktr.ee/yachtinginternationalradio

  1. Rotational Captains and Shared Command | Forward Watch

    1d ago

    Rotational Captains and Shared Command | Forward Watch

    Rotational captaincy is becoming more common across yachting, but the industry rarely talks honestly about what it takes for two captains to share command without destabilising the crew, the culture, or the standard onboard. In this episode of Forward Watch, host Karine Rayson speaks with Captain Dean Pilatti about the reality of rotational captaincy and the leadership skills required to make it work. Dean has been in yachting since 1991, became a captain in 2000, and has been rotating with his captain partner Rowan since 2020. Their six-year rotational partnership offers a rare look at what shared command can become when trust, communication, vulnerability, and consistency are treated as part of the job, not optional extras. This conversation explores why the right rotational partner matters, what happens when captains are not aligned, how ego can damage the structure, and why crew quickly sense when leadership is shifting from one rotation to the next. Dean also speaks about the importance of handovers that go beyond operations. The logbook, owner movements, charters, and shipyard planning matter, but so do crew dynamics, morale, trust, and the emotional temperature onboard. When those elements are ignored, rotation can turn into confusion. When they are handled well, it can strengthen the vessel. At the heart of the discussion is a simple but powerful point: the crew are not “my team” or “your team.” They are the vessel’s team. For captains considering rotation, chief officers working toward command, managers supporting rotational structures, and crew who have lived through inconsistent leadership, this conversation offers a grounded look at what shared command really requires. Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website:https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news🎙️ Forward Watch hosted by Karine Rayson🎙️ Guest: Captain Dean Pilatti🎙️ Forward Watch | Yachting International Radio

    28 min
  2. Getting Fishermen Home Safe | Sea Views

    3d ago

    Getting Fishermen Home Safe | Sea Views

    Fishing safety does not start with paperwork. It starts with the people who go to sea. In this episode of Sea Views, Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell are joined by Darren Guard of Guard Safety, a New Zealand fishing safety specialist whose life has been shaped by commercial fishing, vessel operations, safety culture, regulation, training, and fisher wellbeing. Darren comes from one of New Zealand’s oldest European-descendant fishing families, with nearly 200 years of history in the sector. From growing up around fishing vessels to working with Maritime New Zealand, fishing companies, regulators, and crews, his perspective is built on lived experience rather than theory. This conversation looks at what it really takes to change safety culture in commercial fishing. Darren explains why trust matters, why safety systems have to be simple and practical, and why fishermen are more likely to engage when safety is made relevant to their families, their livelihoods, and the realities of working at sea. The discussion also moves into the mental health pressures facing inshore and commercial fishers, the need to treat fishermen as people and not just as labour, and why sustainable fisheries must also mean sustainable fishers. Darren shares the work behind MarineSAFE, the potential of MarineSAFE Pacific, and how online training, mobile access, and community-based learning could help reach remote fishing communities across the Pacific. From New Zealand’s fishing fleet to global safety standards, the Cape Town Agreement, CHIRP confidential reporting, and The Gleam Fishing Channel, this is a practical and deeply human conversation about getting fishermen home safe. In this conversation:• Commercial fishing safety and risk at sea• Darren Guard’s fishing family history• Building trust between fishermen and regulators• Practical safety culture onboard• Guard Safety and plain-language safety systems• Fisher mental health and wellbeing• Sustainable fishers, not just sustainable fish stocks• MarineSAFE and online safety training• MarineSAFE Pacific and remote fishing communities• The Cape Town Agreement and international fishing safety• CHIRP confidential reporting• The Gleam Fishing Channel and preserving fishing stories Resources Mentioned:MarineSAFE: https://marinesafe.nzThe Gleam Fishing Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thegleamfishingchannel🎙️ Sea Views | Yachting International RadioHosted by Julia Gosling and Adam ParnellGuest: Darren Guard | Guard Safety Supported by:CHIRP Maritime & The Seafarers’ Charitywww.chirp.co.uk | www.theseafarerscharity.org

    38 min
  3. Sober Crew Social Club: Drinking, Identity & Life Onboard | Superyacht Laundry

    5d ago

    Sober Crew Social Club: Drinking, Identity & Life Onboard | Superyacht Laundry

    What happens when drinking is no longer making life bigger, better, easier, or more fun? In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, host Cherise Reedman is joined by Laura Kilbey, founder of Sober Crew Social Club, for an honest, funny, and deeply human conversation about alcohol, yacht crew culture, identity, loneliness, pressure, safety, and what it really means to choose sobriety while working in an industry where drinking has long been part of the social fabric. Laura shares how Sober Crew Social Club began, why she stopped drinking, and why people do not need to hit “rock bottom” before deciding that alcohol is no longer serving them. The conversation moves through blackout drinking, crew nights out, anxiety, isolation, onboard safety, emotional coping, social pressure, and the difference between giving something up and choosing something better. This is not a lecture. It is not about telling everyone to stop drinking. It is about giving yacht crew permission to question their relationship with alcohol without shame, without labels, and without waiting for things to fall apart first. In This Conversation: Why Sober Crew Social Club started Drinking culture within yachting Why “rock bottom” should not be the benchmark The difference between problem drinking and alcohol no longer serving you Blackout drinking, anxiety, and the morning-after fear Why yacht crew face added risks around alcohol and safety How drinking can become a way to cope with stress, loneliness, and pressure Why stopping drinking onboard can feel different from stopping ashore The importance of community, accountability, and honest support Why sobriety can be framed as gaining something, not losing something Guest:Laura KilbeyFounder, Sober Crew Social Club Host:Cherise ReedmanSuperyacht Laundry Search Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform for more conversations from across the global yachting industry. Superyacht Laundry | Yachting International Radio Important note:This conversation is for awareness, reflection, and general discussion only. It is not medical, psychological, or addiction treatment advice. Anyone concerned about their drinking, mental health, or substance use should speak with a qualified professional or appropriate support service. Supporters Welcome:Superyacht Laundry welcomes aligned supporters who believe in honest storytelling and meaningful support for women who have lived and worked in the yachting industry and beyond. Contact:cherise.reedman@yachtpearlsofwisdom.com

    1h 7m
  4. Carbon Fibre Luxury: Paul Hackett on C-Quip’s Superyacht Innovation | Positive Waves Media

    6d ago

    Carbon Fibre Luxury: Paul Hackett on C-Quip’s Superyacht Innovation | Positive Waves Media

    Carbon fibre is often associated with performance and aesthetics, but in the superyacht industry it also plays a serious role in safety, efficiency, crew handling, and intelligent design. In this episode of Positive Waves Media, host Jana Thomas speaks with Paul Hackett, Founder and Managing Director of C-Quip, about the New Zealand company’s work in carbon fibre equipment for the global superyacht sector. C-Quip specialises in lightweight, high-strength solutions including boarding equipment, pilot ladders, swimming ladders, retractable light masts, tender fenders, and custom-engineered yacht products. Paul explains how C-Quip’s marine heritage, carbon fibre expertise, aerospace and motorsport crossover, and America’s Cup experience have shaped the company’s approach to innovation. The conversation also looks at why lighter, stronger equipment matters onboard, not only for owners and guests, but for the crew responsible for deploying, moving, lifting, and managing these systems in real working conditions. Because several products are shown visually during the conversation, the YouTube version is especially useful for seeing the equipment being discussed. Watch the video version here:https://youtu.be/QkLMlbRJuzYPrefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website:https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsGuest:Paul HackettFounder & Managing Director, C-Quipwww.c-quip.comHost:Jana ThomasPositive Waves Media In this conversation:00:00:00 Meet Paul Hackett00:00:12 What C-Quip Builds00:00:35 Kiwi Sailing Roots00:01:12 Carbon Fibre Sustainability00:01:25 Pilot Ladder Innovation00:02:20 Engineering and America’s Cup00:03:11 Carbon Swimming Ladder00:03:43 Retractable Light Mast00:04:22 Pole Fender Protection00:05:10 Wrap Up and Benefits 🎙️ Positive Waves Media | Yachting International Radio

    5 min
  5. Rossinavi: Italian Yacht Building, Beauty & Innovation | Yachting USA

    Jun 7

    Rossinavi: Italian Yacht Building, Beauty & Innovation | Yachting USA

    Rossinavi is one of Italy’s most distinctive full-custom superyacht builders, where beauty, engineering, family heritage, and advanced propulsion technology come together in every one-off build. In this episode of Yachting USA, Rick Thomas speaks with Federico Rossi of Rossinavi about what makes Italian yacht building different, from the cultural importance of beauty and craftsmanship to the technical discipline required to build steel and aluminium superyachts at the highest level. The conversation explores Rossinavi’s full-custom approach, why every yacht is treated as a unique project, and why keeping key fabrication, components, know-how, and quality control in-house remains central to the shipyard’s identity. Federico also speaks about Tuscany, Viareggio, Pisa, local marine supply chains, and the deep Italian infrastructure that supports yacht building at this level. Rossinavi’s innovation story is also front and centre, including hybrid-electric propulsion, battery systems, solar integration, AI-supported power management, lightweight aluminium catamaran design, and the challenge of delivering new technology without compromising the aesthetic language of Italian luxury. From Rossinavi USA and after-sales support to future fuels, redundancy, vessel availability, hydrogen, LNG, and the technologies that may shape the next generation of superyachts, this is a focused look inside a brand built on Italian design culture, technical control, and long-term yacht-building vision. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ SUPPORTED BY Engineered Yacht Solutions ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ https://eyswelding.com🎙️ Yachting USA | Yachting International Radio 🎙️ Host: Rick Thomas 👤 Guest: Federico Rossi, Rossinavi 📺 Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website. https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsSearch Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform for more conversations from across the global yachting industry.

    15 min
  6. Reef Arches, Hybrid Seawalls and the Future of Coastal Resilience | The Blue Economy

    Jun 5

    Reef Arches, Hybrid Seawalls and the Future of Coastal Resilience | The Blue Economy

    Can shoreline protection do more than defend against erosion? In this episode of The Blue Economy, Katherine O’Fallon, Executive Director of the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, is joined by Arthur Tiedeman of APH Marine Construction and Nicholas Bourdon of Reef Arches for a practical conversation about nature-based shoreline infrastructure, hybrid seawalls, artificial reef structures, mangrove planters, and the future of coastal resilience. As waterfront communities face aging seawalls, rising costs, permitting pressure, storm exposure, and the need for stronger environmental outcomes, the conversation around marine construction is changing. The question is no longer only how to protect the shoreline, but how to build infrastructure that also creates habitat, supports marine life, improves water quality, and gives homeowners, municipalities, developers, and contractors better tools. Arthur shares the APH Marine Construction perspective on hybrid seawalls, marine construction, installation logistics, contractor education, and why South Florida is entering a major seawall replacement cycle. Nicholas explains how Reef Arches are being used as modular, nature-based structures that can help attenuate waves, support habitat complexity, provide alternatives to traditional riprap, and scale across residential, municipal, and infrastructure projects. Together, they discuss Sunrise Key, Palm Bay, Cape Canaveral, mangrove planters, oysters, ecological seawall tiles, homeowner participation, regulatory pathways, pilot studies, data, grants, and why collaboration across the blue economy is essential if these solutions are going to move from innovation to standard practice. Guests: Arthur TiedemanAPH Marine Constructionhttps://www.aphmarineconstruction.comNicholas BourdonReef Archeshttps://reefarches.comHost: Katherine O’FallonExecutive Director, Marine Research Hub of South Floridahttps://marineresearchhub.orgThe Blue Economy is powered by the Marine Research Hub of South Florida, advancing ocean innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website:https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-newsSearch Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform for more conversations from across the global yachting industry. The Blue Economy | Yachting International Radio

    41 min
  7. Do It For Gem: A Crew Health Message That Matters | Superyacht Laundry

    Jun 4

    Do It For Gem: A Crew Health Message That Matters | Superyacht Laundry

    When yacht crew work away from home, routine health appointments can quickly become complicated. Boats move, schedules change, contracts run long, and personal medical checks can be pushed further down the list. But some checks cannot wait. In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, host Cherise Reedman speaks with Jayn Willis, founder of The Floating Florista Foundation, about her daughter Gemma, known throughout the yachting community as The Floating Florista. Gemma was a yacht stew, florist, and much-loved member of the industry. Fit, healthy, active, and full of life, she was diagnosed with cervical cancer after a routine screening. Her story is now part of a wider mission to remind women, crew, captains, and senior teams that cervical screening, women’s health, and routine medical appointments must be treated as essential crew welfare. Through The Floating Florista Foundation and the Do It For Gem message, Jayn continues to raise awareness around cervical screening, especially for those working at sea or away from home for long periods. This conversation is about grief, legacy, awareness, and why the industry must make space for crew to protect their health without embarrassment, dismissal, or delay. In this episode: Gemma’s life and legacy in the yachting industry Why cervical screening matters, even without symptoms The challenges of accessing routine health checks while working away Why captains and senior crew need to take women’s health seriously The work of The Floating Florista Foundation The meaning behind Do It For Gem Why crew health should never be dismissed as optional Guest:Jayn WillisFounder, The Floating Florista Foundation Host:Cherise ReedmanSuperyacht Laundry Search Yachting Channel on your favourite podcast platform for more conversations from across the global yachting industry. Superyacht Laundry | Yachting International RadioImportant note:This conversation is for awareness and general information only. It is not medical advice. Anyone with symptoms, concerns, overdue screening, or questions about cervical health should speak to a qualified medical professional. Supporters Welcome:Superyacht Laundry welcomes aligned supporters who believe in honest storytelling and meaningful support for women who have lived and worked in the yachting industry and beyond. Contact:cherise.reedman@yachtpearlsofwisdom.com

    31 min
  8. Step Into Purpose: Geraldine Hardy’s Final Episode | Self Care

    Jun 4

    Step Into Purpose: Geraldine Hardy’s Final Episode | Self Care

    In this final episode of Self Care, Geraldine Hardy reflects on her years connected to the yachting industry, her early involvement with Yachting International Radio, and the decision to step away from Self-Care On Board as she moves fully into her next chapter. This is not simply a farewell. It is a reflection on purpose, intuition, integrity, and knowing when a chapter has done what it came to do. Geraldine speaks openly about her journey through the yachting industry, from yacht shows and international roles to difficult leadership, unpaid commissions, professional disappointment, and the lessons that ultimately shaped her. She also reflects on the importance of listening within, trusting the body’s warning signs, and refusing to ignore the intuition that often arrives before the mind is ready to act. Her message is especially clear for women in yachting and beyond: do not underestimate your voice, your discernment, or your ability to cut through what no longer aligns. This episode explores: • Why Geraldine is stepping back from Self-Care On Board• Her connection to Yachting International Radio from the early days• What the yachting industry taught her about resilience and integrity• Why difficult professional experiences can become lessons rather than lifelong wounds• The importance of listening within before the body forces you to wake up• Why women’s voices and intuition must not be underestimated• What it means to step out of one chapter and into a new mission Geraldine’s final message is clear: Listen within. Step into your purpose. Have a mission. Be in service. Do something greater than yourself. 🌿 Explore Geraldine’s Work, Coaching & Bookhttps://geraldinehardy.com📲 Follow Geraldine@_geraldinehardy | @_alignwithin 📺 Prefer to read? Head to Yachting News on the website.https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/yachting-news🎙️ Self Care | Yachting International Radio

    13 min
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Yachting Channel | Yachting International Radio Yachting Channel by Yachting International Radio (YIR) is a leading global yacht podcast, yachting podcast, superyacht podcast, and maritime podcast network covering the people, businesses, vessels, crew, owners, technology, destinations, and ideas shaping the modern yachting industry. Produced by Yachting International Radio, the Yachting Channel brings together over 20 original shows featuring yacht captains, superyacht crew, brokers, shipyards, designers, maritime lawyers, engineers, sustainability leaders, recruiters, wellness experts, entrepreneurs, and industry voices from across the global marine sector. Topics include yacht ownership, yacht charter, superyacht design, yacht crew life, crew training, maritime law, crew contracts, refit, new builds, engineering, boating trends, blue economy, ocean innovation, sustainability, leadership, recruitment, mental health, destinations, luxury lifestyle, and the business of yachting. With daily yachting content across audio, video, editorial, and social media, Yachting Channel is built for yacht owners, superyacht captains, crew, brokers, builders, suppliers, charter clients, maritime professionals, boating enthusiasts, and anyone who wants informed, real-world insight into the global yacht and superyacht industry. Yachting Channel is produced by Yachting International Radio, an independent yachting and maritime media network reaching more than one million maritime professionals and enthusiasts each month. Explore Yachting International Radio: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com https://linktr.ee/yachtinginternationalradio

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  • Creator
    by Yachting International Radio
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    500
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Yachting Channel

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