Yacht Crew Vlogs: Ben Taylor on International Marine Networking
Ben, a best selling author and one of our amazing hosts here at YIR, tells us in his own words, about the new International Marine Networking event that he is putting together to connect the industry around the world. With 2021 seeing another round of Yacht Show cancellations, Ben explains why this gives us a chance to do the networking that would have been done in person otherwise! To contact...
13m Feb 26, 2021
13m
Inside Secrets of the Caribbean: Balenbouche Estate
Meet Verena Lawaetz, from Balenbouche Estate, St. Lucia. "The History of Balenbouche Estate begins with the first indigenous Amerindians, who came from Central America and lived on the island for hundreds of years before the Europeans arrived. Then, from the late 1700’s to the 1930’s Balenbouche was established as a sugar plantation by the French and British. In 1979 St Lucia became independen...
19m Feb 25, 2021
19m
Diversity in Yachting with Gabriela Barragan: Guest Ana Carolina Santos
Greenie Alert!  Ana Carolina Santos is a freelance graphic artist, designer, world traveller,and baker. She is currently based in Sao Paulo, Brazil and will be entering the yachting industry this year after she completes her certification courses in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. Ana Carolina has worn many hats and believes that she is constantly evolving and changing, living new adventures, experiencin...
34m Feb 25, 2021
34m
Taylor Tech: Guest Jelte Liebrand
Being in software his whole life and even working for leading companies such as Google. Jelte Liebrand has experienced big tech and nearly got caught up in the comfort of being a software engineer in a large corporate but decided to found Savvy Navvy, the boating app designed to spend more time boating and less time below with charts and tables. Navigation made simple. Website: https://www.sav...
14m Feb 25, 2021
14m
Yachtcrew Vlogs: Catamaran Guru
Meet Estelle and Stephen Cockcroft, owners and founders of Catamaran Guru, and live aboards.  "25+ years ago in a friend’s backyard in Cape Town, South Africa, we built our first boat and then sailed the world. Discovering new places, meeting extraordinary people, and enjoying unique experiences was fun, not work! We’ve co-owned a catamaran manufacturer, consulted with catamaran manufacturers,...
20m Feb 24, 2021
20m
The Wellbeing Project: Assess Your Life Priorities
Karine gives us the Skills & Techniques to assess your life priorities. Discover what parts of your life need that Extra focus and attention. To Contact Karine Rayson: www.thecrewcoach.com #mentalhealth (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/mentalhealth/) #mentalhealthawareness (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/mentalhealthawareness/) #anxiety (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/...
8m Feb 24, 2021
8m
The Bottom Line - Yacht Industry News, Season 2, Episode 7
Yacht industry news,  America's cup news,  boats sinking in Texas, BIG NEWS FROM SAM! Brought to you by Marine Data Solutions and Saltee Rags Crew Apparel #yachting (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yachting/) #yacht (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yacht/) #yachtlife (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yachtlife/) #sailing (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sailing/) #y...
11m Feb 23, 2021
11m
Yacht Crew Vlogs: The Sea Cleaners
Meet Yvan Bourgnon, the creator of The Mantra, "a one-of-a-kind factory boat whose mission will be to collect, process and recycle plastic macro-waste on a large scale. quantity , in areas of high concentrations such as the mouths of large rivers, estuaries and along the coasts. The Manta will also host scientific missions on board, as well as educational conferences for the general public dur...
15m Feb 23, 2021
15m
SEX, SELF-PLEASURE & YACHT HOOKUPS: Anastasia Surmava UNCENSORED (Part One)
In Part One of this explosive UNCENSORED episode, Below Deck’s Anastasia Surmava joins host Marien Sarriera for a no-holds-barred dive into yacht-life sexuality. From solo pleasure to the messy reality of onboard relationships (yes, even the incestuous kind), nothing is off-limits. They break down the stigma around female pleasure, normalize desire in confined quarters, and expose the behind-t...
15m Feb 23, 2021
15m
YachtFemme with Andrea Tagliaferro: Guest Jenny Matthews
Meet Jenny Matthews, Chief Mate 3000GT, Co-Founder of She of the Sea and a leader in diversity and inclusion efforts in Yachting. She of the Sea was launched in 2018.  It strives to move the industry past the outdated status quo and embrace talent, passion and dedication regardless of gender, race, ethnicity or orientation. Jenny also recently co-created 'LegaSea', the first industry wide yac...
25m Feb 22, 2021
25m
Crew Travel Updates for February 22, 2021 with Lee Harris of Blue Marine Travel
This week, news for Croatia, Australia, KLM, British Airways and Quatar Airways and Crew Questions. We also touch on the required quarantine for seaman into the UK. Any questions that you may have in regards to crew travel info you would like addressed on the next show, please send an email to crewtravelupdates@gmail.com For Lee Harris and daily travel updates: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee...
14m Feb 22, 2021
14m
Inspiration with Manda J: John Heiser Captain with the City of Fort Lauderdale Fire Department
Firefighter/Paramedic Living the dream on Hutchinson Island Florida north of Palm Beach with Wife and 2 boys With MSOS for over 7 years ·       Taught at the local College for 21 years Emergency Medicine and Paramedic ·       International Flight Medic for 7 years ·       Instructor at the University of Miami for Advanced Emergency Medicine for 5 years ·       Adjunct Instructor for The Inte...
31m Feb 22, 2021
31m
Destination Sailing Channel: Los Roques
This week, we take a look at the only Atoll Structure in the Caribbean. Los Roques. With over 350 islands to choose from you are sure to find one that will suit you.  This is as about as remote as you can get in the Caribbean sea.  One of our favourite places. The following are the links to our programmes shot in and around Los Roques: Episode # 67 https://youtu.be/HnINl446yO4 Episode # 68 ht...
24m Feb 20, 2021
24m
The Mess Mixologist: The Godfather
This week we chat with Matt Mahatme the co-founder of Lixir Drinks about all things mixer related, their new campaign for a G&T Emoji 😜 and his favourite cocktail! To check out Lixir Drinks: @LixirDrinksUK To contact Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-maguire-46bb3212/ hmsspirits.com Insta: @hmsspirits #mixologist (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/mixologist/) #mixology (https://www....
17m Feb 19, 2021
17m
GET THE FORK OUT with Brennan Dates: Guest Dean Harrison, aka The Yacht Chef
Welcome to the very first edition of GET THE FORK OUT with Brennan Dates, and what a way to kick it off! If you haven't heard of Chef Dean Harrison, than you are not on social media. With over 18K followers, he is definitely an influencer in the Yacht Chef circles! Tune in to hear about all things Provisioning! To follow Chef Dean: @theyachtchef To follow Brennan Dates: @oliveoiland gasoline ...
1hr 2m Feb 19, 2021
1hr 2m
Inside Secrets of the Caribbean : Guest Sydney Paul
Introducing Sydney Paul, Manager of Business Intelligence and Marketing Sydney supports the RTPark’s business attraction and entrepreneurship activities through detailed research on tech market trends, fostering prospect relations, and a myriad of other organizational affairs.  In addition, she manages the communications and public relations activities for the RTPark. In previous lives, she h...
25m Feb 18, 2021
25m
Diversity in Yachting with Gabriela Barragan: Guest Chef Abigail Pawlik
Chef Abigail Pawlik was born and raised in the Hamptons, New York! She is a mixed race (African American, Cherokee Indian, Irish, Polish, Israeli, Italian, German, French and Pakistani) American Chef. She proudly states she was born at home, in Sag Harbor, a sleepy little New York town that wakes up when the yachts arrive for summer. When born, her midwife stated that in her Cherokee native tri...
29m Feb 18, 2021
29m
Taylor Tech: Guest Sam Slater
Sam Slater is the CEO of V360 Ocean who provides immersive technology solutions for training, design and maintenance. We join Sam and rewind the clock back to the start of his career and hear his story from start to finish. Website: https://v360.group/ To contact Ben: Flagship Digital Insights: https://www.ben-taylor.digital/insights #yachting (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yachting...
12m Feb 18, 2021
12m
Yacht Crew Vlogs: Sailing Pivo
Meet Danielle and Conor, with a special appearance by Pivo, the sailing dog. Having moved to Auckland 4 years ago from the US, they had no real knowledge of sailing and were planning on buying a house and settling down.   Fast forward to 2019 when thru a series of unfortunate events, they had some time to re evaluate their lifes choices and decided that the live aboard life may be for them. Ha...
24m Feb 17, 2021
24m
Lorraine Simpson Travels: Travel Industry News - CAMBODIA
Yachting International Presents Lorraine Simpson Travels following this bubbly travel addict around the world on fun adventures, luxury escapes and the travel news today. Each week we will join her right here to find out what's the latest in the ever changing travel world and we will see some wonderful places to plan to travel with her! To Contact Lorraine: lorrainesimpson.com Website @lorrain...
11m Feb 17, 2021
11m
The Wellbeing Project: Passion, Purpose and Failure
In this interview, we talk about passion, purpose and failure! Favourite topics on the well-being project!! Marcela de Kern Royer, has lived, worked and studied around the world, and is fluent in six languages. She is the founder and owner of Onboard, a consulting firm based in Monaco specialized in the sales to HNWI and luxury marketing in the yachting industry. Author of the first textbook ev...
28m Feb 17, 2021
28m
The Bottom Line - Yacht Industry News, Season 2, Episode 6
Yacht industry news, Mercury's new Outboard,   3 people saved after 33 days on an island, Temp yacht crew and problems with them. #yachting (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yachting/) #yacht (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yacht/) #yachtlife (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/yachtlife/) #sailing (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sailing/) #yachts (https://www.instagr...
9m Feb 16, 2021
9m
Yacht Crew Vlogs: One Woman's Journey to Captain, Lisa Roland
Meet Captain Lisa Roland, a Canadian with a very important challenge coming up and an equally important cause to support. Find out her journey to get to where she is and what is her driving mission now that she has achieved her goal of Captain.  Lisa and her partner Nini Champion are taking on one of the most difficult challenges of their lives and raising money for children that are aging out...
17m Feb 16, 2021
17m
UNCENSORED with Yachts Mermaids: Captains & Successful Leadership Onboard - Part Two
Many can steer a yacht, but not all can be called Captains. To be a Ship Master takes more than just skills; it requires leadership. Join Master Dean Pilatti, a She of the Sea mentor, 2019 CAPTAIN (MASTER 3000GT) and 2020 Best Charter Yacht ACREW Award winner, in an open and honest talk about what it takes to lead and steer a Super Yacht to success. Follow Captain Dean here https://instagram.c...
21m Feb 16, 2021
21m
YachtFemme with Andrea Tagliaferro Guest Gemma Hulbert
Gemma Hulbert is a Super Yacht Chief Stewardess Yachting Lifestyle Blogger . She is the founder of 'The Yacht Stew', podcast host and finalist of Acrew Yachting's awards for 2020. -- Follow @yachtdame Website: www.yachtdame.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yachtdame/​ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/yach​... -- Follow 'The Yacht Stew' Website: www.theyachtstew.com Instagram:...
22m Feb 15, 2021
22m
Crew Travel Updates for February 15, 2021 with Lee Harris of Blue Marine Travel
This week, updates on the UK Quarantine, news in regards to Cathay Pacific out of Hong Kong, Etihad Airline, Delta Airlines and Crew Questions. Links: Hotel Quarantine website for uk to book managed isolation https://quarantinehotels.ctmportal.co.uk/ email addresses for Air Namibia refunds: refunds@airnamibia.aero and callcentre@airnamibia.aero Any questions that you may have in regards t...
15m Feb 15, 2021
15m
Inspiration with Manda J: Telemedicine more affordable
Manda is joined by Nick Stael von Holstein of MSOS to talk all things telemedicine and the Themis telemedicine unit. For sailors who don’t have a medical professional on their contacts list, there is now an ever-increasing range of telemedicine services that offer remote medical support. Dr Spike Briggs, an intensive care consultant, former Global Challenge sailor, and co-author of the next ed...
21m Feb 15, 2021
21m
The Wellbeing Project: Special Edition
Hope, Inspiration and Transformation To Contact Karine Rayson: www.thecrewcoach.com #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #selfcare #depression #selflove #love #health #wellness #mentalhealthmatters #motivation #therapy #mentalillness #mindfulness #healing #covid #fitness #psychology #recovery #wellbeing #ptsd #life #loveyourself #meditation #inspiration #positivity #yachting #yachtc...
9m Feb 15, 2021
9m
Destination Sailing Channel: Gran Cayman
This week, Destination Sailing Channel is taking us to Gran Cayman in the heart of the Carribean. They look into all the services that the island has to offer the yachtsman from free mooring bouys and marinas, buying propane to getting your boat serviced. There are lots of facilities on this low lying island.  The following are the links to our programmes shot in and around Gran Cayman: Epis...
20m Feb 13, 2021
20m
The Mess Mixologist: Breakfast Martini
This week Ben teaches us how to make a Breakfast Martini, and brings us an interview with a local Tea maker. Breakfast drinking is not highly recommended, but it does have tea, and egg white's, so perhaps not without it's advantages? If you want to make this cocktail, you will need the following ingredients: 60 ml Dreadnought Gin 35 ml Strong Earl Grey Tea 20 ml Lemon Juice 15 ml Orange Marma...
17m Feb 12, 2021
17m
Inside Secrets of the Caribbean : Guest Tom Jacobs, Executive Producer for Secrets of the Caribbean
Want to know the inside scoop on Secrets of the Caribbean? Tune in to hear from the Executive Producer himself about his history, what lead to the making of, the who's, and why's and what it has involved.  "There are dozens of travel shows that give viewers the honeymoon depictions of their favorite destinations. While the shows may highlight the areas that appeal to the general tourist, they ...
23m Feb 11, 2021
23m
Diversity in Yachting with Gabriela Barragan: Guest Ashton E. Gray
Ashton E. Gray is a 25 year old deckhand from the Bahamas. Ashton comes from a family of Captains and has been in the industry for 4 years and is a fisherman. Ashton is currently in Fort Lauderdale completing his 200 Ton and will complete his OOW course as well. Ashton wants to continue his family legacy and become a Captain, as well as help Bahamians be more recognized in the industry. He beli...
21m Feb 11, 2021
21m
Taylor Tech: Guest Tim Gorter, Teletechnics
Tim Gorter is our guest this week, the CTO of Teletechnics. A company that focusses on guiding vessels with no ETO onboard. He’s gone from oil and gas, to Green Peace, to yachting. This is his Taylor Tech Story of how he’s ended up where he is today. Website: https://teletechnics.com/ To contact Ben: Flagship Digital Insights: https://www.ben-taylor.digital/insights #yachting #yacht #yachtli...
19m Feb 11, 2021
19m
Guest Host Alex Casares: Vendée Globe and Didac Costa
Alex Casares of Grupo Barco in Mallorca had the opportunity to chat to Didac on behalf of Yachting International Radio, on the last legs of his journey to the finish line for the Vendée Globe 2020. Currently 150 miles east of Azores Island, Didac chats with Alex about the conditions that he is experiencing and what he anticipates for his last sprint to the finish line.  If you want to know mor...
5m Feb 10, 2021
5m
Lorraine Simpson Travels: Travel Industry News - ST. LUCIA
Yachting International Presents Lorraine Simpson Travels following this bubbly travel addict around the world on fun adventures, luxury escapes and the travel news today. Each week we will join her right here to find out what's the latest in the ever changing travel world and we will see some wonderful places to plan to travel with her! To Contact Lorraine: lorrainesimpson.com Website @lorrain...
12m Feb 10, 2021
12m
The Wellbeing Project: Transitioning with Former Yacht Chef Lauren
In this interview with Lauren, we discuss how you can find your career purpose and the reality of leaving the industry and transitioning into a land base role. A raw and honest discussion that will no doubt leave you feeling inspired.  “After seven amazing, tiring and adventurous years of working in the galley and travelling the world on various yachts, I began to think about what would come ne...
17m Feb 10, 2021
17m
The Bottom Line - Yacht Industry News, Season 2, Episode 5
Perini Navi in trouble, Americas cup news, Shout out to Les's sub blog, shout out to Fort Lauderdale Yacht crew and Yachting international Radio, Fake profiles causing trouble in yacht crew FB groups. Brought to you by Marine Data Solutions and Saltee Rags Crew Apparel #yachting #yacht #yachtlife #sailing #yachts #boat #boating #luxury #superyacht #luxuryyacht #boats #boatlife #sea #yachtdesi...
11m Feb 09, 2021
11m
Yacht Crew Vlogs: Clean Superyacht Marina Campaign
David Gates of Complete Yacht Solutions Ltd, joins Yacht Crew Vlogs to talk about the Clean Superyacht Marina Campaign. You may have seen his posts on social media lately asking for crew and marina's to contact him and help him with his quest to make Marina's more environmentally friendly. David explains what he is looking to do, and how you can help! To contact David: https://www.linkedin.co...
22m Feb 09, 2021
22m
UNCENSORED with Yachts Mermaids: Captains & Successful Leadership Onboard - Part One
Many can steer a yacht, but not all can be called Captains. To be a Ship Master takes more than just skills; it requires leadership. Join Master Dean Pilatti, a She of the Sea mentor, 2019 CAPTAIN (MASTER 3000GT) and 2020 Best Charter Yacht ACREW Award winner, in an open and honest talk about what it takes to lead and steer a Super Yacht to success. Follow Captain Dean here https://instagram.c...
15m Feb 09, 2021
15m
YachtFemme with Andrea Tagliaferro: Guest Yulia Bas Lobanov
Meet Yulia Bas Partner and Designer at Lobanov Design. Born in Moscow in 1986, Yulia's eclectic artistic journey began at a very early age. From studying in an art school dedicated to old Russian academicism to getting a degree in interior design and architecture. Over the past decade she has established a successful yacht design studio with her partner, relocating to Barcelona and immersing ...
22m Feb 08, 2021
22m
Crew Travel Updates for February 8, 2021 with Lee Harris of Blue Marine Travel
This week, news is better across the travel world for crew! Tune in to hear what is new for South Africa, UK, Australia, American and British Airways, and  the winner of Blue Marine Travels monthly photo competition is...... Keegan Moffatt, winner of the photo competition for January. His chosen charity can be found here: www.globalwildlife.org His handles on socials are Instagram - @keeg101...
9m Feb 08, 2021
9m
Inspiration with Manda J: From America's Cup to Frontline Worker
Meet Mark! 👋 (aka Pat, we’ll come on to that later!) Having joined the RNLI at Calshot back in 1991, Pat is one of our longest standing and most seasoned Super Hero crew members! He has worked his way up, beginning as Boat Crew, going on to become trainee Coxwain of our All-weather Lifeboat, Helm of our inshore Lifeboats and now Deputy Launch Authority (DLA), quite a CV you’ll agree! Back in ...
17m Feb 08, 2021
17m
The Mess Mixologist: Gin & Basil Smash
The Mess Mixologist with Ben Maguire of HMS Spirits. Gin & Basil Smash 60 ml Mary Rose Gin 22.5 ml Freshly squeezed Lemon Juice 10 ml Sugar Syrup 12 Fresh Basil Leaves What are your best & worst cocktails? Comment below and they may make the show.  Don't forget to tune in again next week for some cocktail history, eco products and an easy guest pleaser cocktail. To contact Ben: https://ww...
15m Feb 05, 2021
15m
Coffee & Conversation with Rebecca Whitlocke: China, Yachting News
Rebecca Whitlocke welcomes Ric DiIanni from House Films in Shanghai.  They chat about some of the challenges and opportunities that exist for the yachting sector in China.  Topics discussed include regulations, infrastructure such as marinas,  areas of future importance such as The Greater Bay Area and the Free Trade Zone in southern China, marketing and whether Western yachting media is promot...
27m Feb 05, 2021
27m
Inside Secrets of the Caribbean with Nicola Barriteau
Nicola Barriteau brings us Nina Killick, Antigua Nomad, tune in to find out Nina's history and what makes her one of the special people of the Caribbean. To view the show Secrets of the Caribbean: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/secretsofthecaribbean #yachting #yachtcrew #yachtinginternationalradio #diversity #equality #timeforachange #humanrights #diversity #inclusion #culture #diversityandinclu...
18m Feb 04, 2021
18m
Diversity in Yachting with Gabriela Barragan: Guest Marcus Asante
Marcus is the Director of Marine Arts Workshop (MAW).  MAW creates learning opportunities and events designed to educate teen and young adult students about marine trades and sailing/boating safety. An annual youth regatta is held in Cambridge, MD with New Bedford, MA and Baltimore, MD soon to be added. He works as an active Marine Technician as a private contractor with customers between Bal...
35m Feb 04, 2021
35m
Taylor Tech: Guest Ryan Porter from YOT Store
Ryan Porter is our guest this week from YOT Store, which is improving the way AV IT solutions are being supplied to yachting. Ryan’s experience started onboard yachts as crew where he made connections and built his reputation and has now gone on to co-own the YOT Store. This is Ryan Porter’s Taylor Tech Story. Website: https://yotstore.com/ To contact Ben: Flagship Digital Insights: https://w...
17m Feb 04, 2021
17m
Yacht Crew Vlogs: EXPEDITION SAILING VIRTUAL BOAT SHOW
Meet Peter Madej, the man behind Arctic Yachts and the Expedition Sailing Virtual Boat Show. What was his plan, what did he envision and what are his goals. Tune in to find out! To contact Peter: arcticyachts.com #expedition #adventure #nature #explore #travel #expeditionoriginal #expeditionwatch #extreme #adventure #expeditionyachts #explorer #sustainable #film #arctic #arcticcircle #landof...
27m Feb 03, 2021
27m
Lorraine Simpson Travels: Travel Industry News - IRELAND
Yachting International Presents Lorraine Simpson Travels following this bubbly travel addict around the world on fun adventures, luxury escapes and the travel news today. Each week we will join her right here to find out what's the latest in the ever changing travel world and we will see some wonderful places to plan to travel with her! To Contact Lorraine: lorrainesimpson.com Website @lorrain...
18m Feb 03, 2021
18m
The Wellbeing Project: Purpose
Welcome to our new interview series for this month which is geared to help you discover your purpose in your career now or in the future. I have carefully selected to interview individuals who have found that thing that lights them up and are currently living out their why. We are going to talk about all things that will help you in making more conscious decisions about your career so that you ...
19m Feb 03, 2021
19m