Moments That Matter: Intuition, Boundaries & Rebirth | Self-Care 🌿
Explore all YIR shows and exclusive interviews: https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com (https://www.yachtinginternationalradio.com/) In this grounded and deeply honest episode of Self-Care with Geraldine Hardy, recorded in rural Thailand during monsoon season, Geraldine reflects on the moments that matter — the subtle turning points that define who we become. Speaking from her five-month ...
9m Nov 20, 2025
9m
Captain Liam On Crew Culture, Mental Health & Modern Leadership | UNCENSORED
When leadership in yachting defaults to pressure, hierarchy, and “that’s how it’s always been,” what does it look like to lead with presence instead of fear? In this episode of UNCENSORED, host Marién Sarriera sits down with Captain Liam — one of the industry’s most forward-thinking captains — to have a real, unfiltered conversation about crew culture, leadership, psychological safety, and the...
58m Nov 19, 2025
58m
North America’s yacht-building power once dominated the world — so what happened, and can it rise again?
Maritime attorney Michael Moore joins Rick Thomas to explore the decline of North American shipyards, the future of yacht building, and the rise of ocean science in yachting.
1hr 29m Nov 17, 2025
1hr 29m
The Superyacht Life: Erica Lay on Success, Sanity & Crew Culture | Captain’s Chat
How do you start, succeed, and stay sane in the high-pressure world of superyachts? In this inspiring episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin of M/Y Unbridled welcomes Erica Lay — founder of EL CREW CO and author of The Superyacht Life: How to Start, Succeed & Stay Sane. Drawing from over 18 years in yacht recruitment, Erica shares why she wrote the book that every crew member — from gr...
46m Nov 14, 2025
46m
The Power of Intention: Purpose, Flow & Trusting the Journey | Self-Care 🌿
In this heartfelt episode of Self-Care with Geraldine Hardy — filmed during her travels from Singapore to Dubai — Geraldine reflects on the power of intention and how it shapes every decision, emotion, and experience. Despite exhaustion, long flights, and startup stress, she shares how living with conscious purpose allows us to stay grounded, grateful, and divinely guided — even in moments of ...
8m Nov 13, 2025
8m
Crew Contracts & Flag States: Know Your Rights Before You Sign | Maritime Legal
What should yacht crew and owners look for before signing an employment contract — and why does the flag state matter more than most realize? In this episode of Maritime Legal, host Jessica Galea, Partner at Dingli & Dingli Law Firm, sits down with Dr. Lorna Mifsud Cachia, Managing Partner at Dingli & Dingli, to unpack how clarity, flag choice, and proper execution protect both seafarers and y...
24m Nov 13, 2025
24m
Canada Removes Luxury Tax + Global Electric Boating Surge | Yachting Unplugged
💥 Major breaking news for the marine world! Canada’s 2025 Federal Budget officially removes the luxury tax on private boats and aircraft over $250,000 — a massive win for shipyards, brokers, and service providers. Join Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss, as she breaks down how this game-changing policy will fuel a Canadian market rebound — from registrations and refits to brokerage sales. 🌎 Plus, we’r...
7m Nov 11, 2025
7m
🔥 Jess Frost: From Chief Stewardess to CEO — Redefining Recruitment in Yachting | The Bridge
What happens when a decade at sea inspires a new way of hiring? In this episode of The Bridge, host Alex Siegars — Founder of Yacht Crew Center and Co-Founder of Name & Shame — sits down with Jess Frost, Founder and Head Recruiter of CrewFolio, to talk burnout, boundaries, and building a people-first culture in yacht recruitment. After 10 years onboard as a Chief Stewardess, Jess stepped ashor...
57m Nov 08, 2025
57m
Jeff Turner: Aquaculture, Reef Aquaria Design (RAD) & Coral Innovation | The Blue Economy
How does land-based aquaculture power thriving reef aquariums and coral conservation? 🌊 In this episode of The Blue Economy, host Katherine O’Fallon (Executive Director, Marine Research Hub) talks with Jeff Turner, President & CEO of Reef Aquaria Design (RAD), about how aquaculture technology and sustainable aquarium design are transforming coral reef restoration. Together, they explore the cr...
43m Nov 07, 2025
43m
World’s Toughest Row: Rufus Lewis’ 3,000-Mile Atlantic Challenge | Captain’s Chat
What drives someone to trade a superyacht for a seven-meter rowing boat — and 1.5 million strokes across the Atlantic? In this gripping episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin of M/Y Unbridled sits down with Rufus Lewis—former crew on M/Y Titania and a solo entrant in the World’s Toughest Row, a 3,000-mile crossing from La Gomera in the Canary Islands to Antigua. Rufus shares his journ...
16m Nov 07, 2025
16m
America’s First Electric Hydrofoil: NAVIER 30 Sea Trial Redefines Boating | Yachting Unplugged
Best Viewed on Instagram or YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQuXx-Lgfdp/ , https://youtu.be/Wk10DxnFr18 Experience the NAVIER 30 — America’s first electric hydrofoil boat — in an exclusive sea trial with Yachting Unplugged host Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss. ⚡ This revolutionary vessel is changing what’s possible on the water: quiet, stable, and completely electric. Built from full carbon f...
11m Nov 06, 2025
11m
Healing From Within: Emotional Roots of Back Pain & the Power of Letting Go | Self-Care 🌿
In this deeply personal episode of Self-Care with Geraldine Hardy, recorded in Germany just before her journey to Thailand, Geraldine opens up about experiencing sudden lumbago — and how physical pain can be the body’s way of asking us to stop, reflect, and release. Through her own story of emotional healing, yoga, meditation, and hypnotherapy, Geraldine explores how unprocessed memories, stre...
10m Nov 06, 2025
10m
Bulk Carriers & Maritime Safety Culture | Sea Views 🌏
How do Australian maritime experts redefine safety, leadership, and communication in one of the world’s toughest shipping arenas? In this episode of Sea Views, hosts Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell speak with Matt Shirley (CEO, Safe Harbours Australia) and Marco Blanco (CFO, Safe Harbours Australia) — veteran maritime pilots leading a consultancy that’s reshaping the standards of bridge team ma...
34m Nov 03, 2025
34m
Caribbean Refit Revolution: IMM CEO Norina Edelman | Yachting USA – Monaco Yacht Show
Can the Caribbean become the next powerhouse in global yacht refits? From the Monaco Yacht Show, Yachting USA host Rick Thomas sits down with Norina Edelman, CEO of International Marine Management (IMM), to discuss how IMM is transforming refit standards across the Atlantic. IMM combines European precision with Caribbean accessibility, offering full-service refit solutions in Guadeloupe, St. ...
5m Nov 02, 2025
5m
Autonomous Docking Arrives: Navico Group & Brunswick Reveal RAD Autocaptain | Yachting Unplugged
Best viewed on Instagram or YouTube https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQeixuBgXik/ | https://youtu.be/_oXhMCbZqNs âš“ The future of boating is officially here. Live from the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), Yachting Unplugged host Kim Sweers, The Boat Boss, steps aboard with Brandon Ferriman from Navico Group, part of Brunswick Corporation, to unveil the game-changing RAD Autocaptai...
5m Oct 31, 2025
5m
Wellbeing For Entrepreneurs: Inside K2Match’s Purpose-Driven Investment Model | Self-Care 🌿
Geraldine Hardy joins Mark Linden (Monaco Tribune (https://www.monaco-tribune.com/) ) to explore how K2Match (https://www.k2match.com/) is reshaping the startup landscape — focusing on wellbeing, authenticity, and conscious investment rather than profit alone. In this revealing discussion, Geraldine shares her collaboration with K2Match and why she believes self-care is the hidden metric behin...
19m Oct 30, 2025
19m
Running for Resilience: Marathon 4 Mental Health With Melanie White | Captain’s Chat ⚓
What if a simple run could change how the yachting industry approaches mental health? In this powerful episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin of M/Y Unbridled speaks with Melanie White, Founder of Marathon 4 Mental Health and Co-Founder of Seas the Mind, about transforming shared struggle into global connection. Born from Melanie’s own experiences as a yacht chef and her collaboration...
32m Oct 29, 2025
32m
Yachts For Science: How SeaKeepers Drives Ocean Conservation | Positive Waves
Can luxury yachts really drive global ocean conservation? 🌊 In this episode of Positive Waves, host Jana Thomas speaks with Gill Rodrigues, Director of International Partnerships at The International SeaKeepers Society, to explore how private yacht owners and the marine community are becoming a driving force for scientific research, education, and environmental impact. From deploying research...
4m Oct 27, 2025
4m
From Desert to Deep Blue: Gulf Craft CEO Erwin Bamps | Yachting USA – Monaco Yacht Show
Can a shipyard in the desert redefine luxury on the water? From the Monaco Yacht Show, Yachting USA host Rick Thomas sits down with Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft Group, to explore how the UAE-based builder is reshaping what’s possible with the all-new Majesty 100 Terrace — a 30 m superyacht that blends indoor-outdoor living with innovation and intelligent design. Together, they discuss Gulf ...
11m Oct 26, 2025
11m
🔥 Vlado Madžgalj: Leading With Respect & Resilience at 25 | The Bridge
What does leadership look like when calm replaces command? In this episode of The Bridge, host Alex Siegars — Founder of Yacht Crew Center (https://yachtcrewcenter.com/) — talks with Vlado Madžgalj, Chief Officer of M/Y OꞰKO, about navigating the demands of a 41-meter charter yacht, managing older crew with respect—not ego—and the mindset it takes to rise from deckhand to officer by 25. Vlado ...
33m Oct 25, 2025
33m
Toxic Leadership & Healing From Narcissistic Abuse On Board | The Wellbeing Project
When leadership crosses the line from demanding to destructive, the impact can last long after the contract ends. In this powerful episode of The Wellbeing Project, host Karine Rayson, Director of The Crew Coach, speaks with an experienced yacht crew member who bravely opens up about enduring narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, and humiliation under a toxic HOD—and how she found the strength to he...
17m Oct 24, 2025
17m
Healing From Within: The Spiritual Root of Disease | Self Care 🌿
Geraldine Hardy explores why true healing begins beyond medicine — in the spiritual and emotional roots of disease. In this deeply personal reflection, she reveals how trauma, energetic blockages, and ancestral imbalances can manifest as illness, and how awareness, spirituality, and emotional healing open the path to lasting transformation. You’ll learn: - Why trauma and emotion are often the...
7m Oct 23, 2025
7m
From Sea to Sky: Lily Williams on Crew Travel & Calm Under Pressure | Monaco Yacht Show
🌍 From the disciplined world of Army medicine to the unpredictable waters of superyacht life, Lily Williams has seen it all. Now part of the ATPI Travel team, she brings her firsthand understanding of crew logistics, crisis management, and operational pressure to help yachts move smoothly across the globe. 🎙 In this insightful interview, host Lucie Gardiner of Yachting International Radio sits...
5m Oct 22, 2025
5m
From Yacht Deck To Wealth Desk: Josh Swart On Smart Investing & Financial Freedom | Rich AF
💸 Why do so many yachties earn well yet still struggle to build long-term wealth? In this episode of Rich AF, host Charl Minnaar (The Yachting Investor) sits down with Josh Swart — a 22-year-old former yachtie from South Africa who swapped the superyacht lifestyle for the world of finance. Together they break down how crew can turn high incomes into lasting freedom, why compound interest is tr...
32m Oct 22, 2025
32m
Seas The Day Training & The Future Of Green Crew | Captain’s Chat ⚓
What if every new crew member started yachting ready — not just certified? In this insightful episode of Captain’s Chat, Captain Liam Devlin of M/Y Unbridled welcomes Sarah Diggle Whitlock, founder of Seas The Day Training, to explore how education, mentorship, and mental health support can transform green crew into professional, confident seafarers. From her early years as a dive instructor ...
45m Oct 22, 2025
45m
Monaco Recap, Amadea Auction, Sea-Doo Safety, FLIBS 2025 Preview | Yachting Unplugged
Breaking news from the bow and beyond. 🚨 Hosts Kim Sweers (The Boat Boss, FB Marine Group) and Rick Thomas dive into this month’s biggest headlines — from European show insights and new mega-yacht launches to a high-profile legal battle making waves across the luxury world. Top Stories & Highlights - WhatsApp founder Jan Koum vs. designer Rémi Tessier: a $200 million dispute over inflated fee...
24m Oct 20, 2025
24m
From Marketing to Maritime: Dockside Pros Founder Jeremy Katz | Yachting USA – Monaco Yacht Show
From the HQ Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show — with Acquera Yachting, Bachmann Group, Centtrip, and Destination Hub — Yachting USA host Rick Thomas sits down with Jeremy Katz, Founder of DocksidePros, to discuss his journey from Google marketing expert to one of the industry’s most connected digital leaders. Jeremy shares how his passion for boating and over a decade of marketing experience evo...
31m Oct 19, 2025
31m
50 Years of Yacht Management Excellence | Bachmann Group at the Monaco Yacht Show
🌊 From the HQ Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show — with Acquera Yachting, Bachmann Group, Centtrip, and Destination Hub. For five decades, Bachmann Yachts has set the standard in yacht ownership, crew payroll, and management solutions — proudly headquartered in Guernsey and trusted by owners across the globe. In this exclusive conversation, Gary Le Cras, Head of Yachting Services at Bachmann Yac...
4m Oct 19, 2025
4m
Negative Speech & Energy: The Hidden Impact Of Gossip | Self Care 🌿
🌍 Live from Monaco, Geraldine Hardy explores how gossip and negative speech lower our vibration and block manifestation — offering a powerful lesson on conscious communication and spiritual responsibility. In this deeply personal reflection, Geraldine shares her own experiences from the Monaco investment scene and Tai Chi teaching — revealing how words can plant seeds of energy that shape not ...
7m Oct 16, 2025
7m
From Royal Navy To Grand Yacht Crew: Nick Santana On Fixing Yachting | Rich AF
💸 Why do so many yachties earn well yet still get wrecked by volatility, scams, and lifestyle creep? In this candid episode of Rich AF, host Charl Minnaar (The Yachting Investor) sits down with Nicholas Santana — Founder & Director of Grand Yacht Crew Ltd. — to unpack his journey from the Royal Navy to yachting, the painful gaps he saw up close, and how GYC aims to make the industry safer, smar...
45m Oct 16, 2025
45m
Yotspot & The Power of Reinvention | Captain’s Chat ⚓
What happens when courage meets opportunity — and a single message on LinkedIn changes everything? In this inspiring episode of Captain’s Chat, host Captain Liam Devlin of M/Y Unbridled sits down with Claire Behan, Client Partner at Yotspot, to explore her unconventional path from corporate burnout to crossing the Atlantic — and how that leap of faith led her to one of yachting’s most influent...
26m Oct 15, 2025
26m
MedAire Onboard: Telemedicine, Training & Mental Health with Emma Deal | Superyacht Laundry
What does an “ambulance at sea” actually look like in real life? From first-response kits to shore-side coordination and confidential counseling, here’s how crews and guests are really supported when things get messy offshore. In this episode of Superyacht Laundry, host Cherise Reedman sits down with Emma Deal (Aviation & Maritime Division, MedAire / International SOS) to unpack what MedAire p...
46m Oct 14, 2025
46m
Global Yachting Connections: From Venice to St. Martin | Yachting USA – Monaco Yacht Show
From the HQ Lounge at the Monaco Yacht Show — with Acquera Yachting, Bachmann Group, Centtrip, and Destination Hub — Yachting USA host Rick Thomas meets two powerhouse women connecting global yachting destinations. Veronica Grandi, Chief Marketing Manager at Acquera Yachting, explains how her Venice-based agency bridges yachts and destinations across the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Middle Ea...
6m Oct 12, 2025
6m
Surrender to the Flow — Trust, Timing & Inner Calm | Self Care 🌿
🌍 Recorded on the road, fresh from instructor training at the Charlene Temple, Geraldine Hardy shares a deeply personal reflection on what to do when you don’t know what’s next. In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine explores the power of surrender, trusting divine timing, and reconnecting to your inner guidance. She reminds us that self-care isn’t indulgent — it’s essential. When your body, ...
5m Oct 10, 2025
5m
Majesty Yachts Expands Globally With UAE Vision | Monaco Yacht Show 2025
🌍 From shipbuilding in the UAE desert to commanding attention at the Monaco Yacht Show — Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft Group, shares how Majesty Yachts has become a global symbol of innovation, craftsmanship, and ambition. From the sleek Majesty 100 to new launches on the horizon, Gulf Craft is reshaping what it means to build yachts that blend intelligent design, international appeal, and ho...
8m Oct 09, 2025
8m
Harassment in Yachting: Speaking Truth, Finding Strength | UNCENSORED
From cruise ships to private yachts, Halima reveals the personal cost of silence and the transformative strength that comes from speaking out. Together, they explore what accountability, empathy, and leadership should look like in the maritime world — and how every crew member can set boundaries, protect themselves, and support others. 🔹 Recognizing harassment beyond “banter” 🔹 The unseen cost...
34m Oct 08, 2025
34m
From Theology to Superyachts: Meeli Lepik’s Journey | Lucie Gardiner - Part One
🌊 From a small university town in Estonia to the Monaco Yacht Show — Meeli Lepik, visionary founder of Holistic Yacht Interiors, has transformed her passion for design and human-centered detail into one of the most forward-thinking consultancies in yacht interiors today. Her company is redefining how yacht interiors are built — seamlessly blending design, operations, and crew functionality to ...
19m Oct 05, 2025
19m
Energy, AC & Ocean Tech: FAU Research Park, Blue Frontier & NEPTUNYA | The Blue Economy
How do we scale climate-smart energy for a thriving ocean economy? Host Katherine O’Fallon (Executive Director, Marine Research Hub) sits down at Florida Atlantic University’s Research Park with three leaders driving real-world solutions at the nexus of energy, sustainability, and the blue economy: Andrew S. Duffell — President, Research Park at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Daniel Betts...
48m Oct 03, 2025
48m
Spirituality, Abundance & Purpose | Self Care 🌿
🌍 Live from Cyprus, Geraldine Hardy returns after the Monaco Yacht Show to share a deeply personal reflection on spirituality and purpose — bridging the gap between inner growth and professional success. In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine explores the intersection of spirituality and business, drawing on insights from Madonna’s recent Jay Shetty interview and her own ongoing study of the ...
6m Oct 02, 2025
6m
Women, Wellness & the Future of Yachting | Captain’s Chat ⚓
What happens when yachting meets truth, transformation, and advocacy for women at sea? In this episode of Captain’s Chat, host Captain Liam Devlin welcomes Marién Sarriera, Founder of Yachts Mermaids and host of UNCENSORED on Yachting International Radio (YIR). From burnout and identity loss to rebuilding purpose ashore, Marién shares her remarkable journey — and how she’s helping to reshape t...
36m Oct 01, 2025
36m
Inside the Shadow Fleet: Sanctions, Secrets & Seafarer Risk | Sea Views
🌊 What really happens in the shadows of global shipping? In this episode of Sea Views, host Julia Gosling sits down with Michelle Wiese Bockmann, Senior Maritime Intelligence Analyst at Windward, to unpack the hidden world of the Dark Fleet — the covert network of tankers defying sanctions, faking identities, and endangering lives at sea. 🚢 What You’ll Learn: - What the “Dark Fleet” really is...
31m Sep 30, 2025
31m
Technology with Purpose: FarSounder’s Mission to Protect Whales | Positive Waves
Can technology protect life beneath the surface? 🌊 In this episode of Positive Waves, host Jana Thomas sits down with Matthew Zimmerman, Founder of FarSounder, to explore how cutting-edge sonar innovation is being used not just for safer navigation — but to protect whales and preserve our oceans. From detecting marine mammals in real time to contributing vital ocean data through citizen scien...
6m Sep 29, 2025
6m
Justice Denied: Elle Fisher on Jess’s Death & Crew Protection Failures | Yachting USA – PART THREE
Content Warning: This episode discusses death, assault, and systemic failure. In the third and final installment of this Yachting USA series, host Rick Thomas continues his conversation in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with Elle Fisher — Author & Advocate. Elle shares the story of her friend Jess, a South African yacht chef whose death in Ibiza was silenced under powerful ownership and management...
29m Sep 28, 2025
29m
🎯 How to Talk to Millionaires Without Losing Your Integrity with Captain James Fiske | Forward Watch
🚢 What really happens when captains and crew communicate with the world’s wealthiest yacht owners? In this revealing episode of Forward Watch, host Karine Rayson sits down with Captain James Fiske to explore the art (and reality) of speaking to millionaires and billionaires onboard without compromising your integrity. From handling bad news with transparency to navigating unrealistic expectati...
29m Sep 26, 2025
29m
Behind the Sparkle – Mental Health at Sea in the Superyacht Sector | Sea Views
Hosted by Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell, this episode explores what life at sea is really like for yacht crew — the challenges, the pressures, and the support systems that can make all the difference. ⚓ What you’ll learn: - The true size and scope of the large yacht sector - Why private yachts often fall outside regulatory protections - How perceptions of glamour mask the hardships of crew li...
36m Sep 25, 2025
36m
Monaco Yacht Show Self-Care: Balance, Moderation & Resilience | Self Care 🌿
🌍 Live from the Monaco Yacht Show, Geraldine Hardy shares a powerful self-care session on balance, moderation, and resilience. With 27 years of training in Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Kung Fu, yoga, meditation, and functional movement, Geraldine brings wisdom designed for crew, leaders, and anyone seeking lasting wellbeing. In this episode of Self Care, Geraldine explains why the past 48 hours have been...
6m Sep 25, 2025
6m
Yacht Leadership & Wellness in Cape Town | Captain’s Chat 🌍
What happens when yachting meets leadership, wellness, and retreat living in Cape Town? In this episode of Captain’s Chat, host Captain Liam Devlin welcomes Emma Butler, Founder of North Star Retreats, to the bridge of M/Y Unbridled. They dive into Emma’s journey — from interior management on luxury yachts to creating North Star Superyacht Academy — a retreat combining yacht leadership trainin...
27m Sep 24, 2025
27m
Allyship at Sea: Building Safer Maritime Cultures | Sea Views
Step inside the new maritime Allyship Campaign, a global initiative reshaping psychological safety at sea. Hosted by Julia Gosling, this episode brings together Georgia from ISWAN and Sophia Grant from Thomas Miller P&I Club to explore how allyship can transform life on board for seafarers worldwide. ⚓ What you’ll learn: Why allyship matters for seafarers’ psychological safety How ISWAN’s res...
21m Sep 21, 2025
21m
Assault, Silence & System Fixes: Elle Fisher on Safety at Sea | Yachting USA – PART TWO
Content Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence and sexual harassment. What happens when a crewmember says “no” and the industry looks away? In the second of a three-part Yachting USA series, host Rick Thomas continues his conversation in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, with Elle Fisher — Author & Advocate. Elle recounts a violent assault in Fort Lauderdale, the system’s failure to protec...
45m Sep 21, 2025
45m
Startup Founders and Self-Care: Boundaries, Healing, and Resilience | Self Care
🌿 Long hours, self-doubt, and endless demands — the startup journey is no easy path. In this episode of Self Care, host Geraldine Hardy explores how founders and entrepreneurs can protect their wellbeing while building a business. From meditation and movement to navigating limiting beliefs, Geraldine shares her own practices, the lessons of her healing journey, and why boundaries are the ultima...
10m Sep 18, 2025
10m