Season 4: Episode 4 - In conversation with James Harayda

In this episode of Folk Tales we join Haslar Marina's Bex Florence who has been catching up with aspirational young sailor and team principal of the Gentoo Sailing Team, James Harayda.

With his sights set on competing in the 2024 Vendée Globe, James speaks about his journey into sailing. Sharing his how his upbringing in Singapore fuelled his love of the sea, through to his first experience with yacht racing. 

We hear about the plans of the Gentoo Sailing Team, and how the Gentoo Youth Programme is bringing young people into the boating community. 

Happy listening!