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As regular listeners will know, on this podcast we do our best to keep conversations about diversity and equality at the forefront, which is why we are so pleased to welcome our guest today, who in our opinion has been a real trailblazer in this area. We are of course, talking about the one and only Rhea Rouw, founder of Yachting International Radio. Rhea has fearlessly tackled tou

Today, we're thrilled to welcome Danella Hopkins for our first episode of a new series all about the newly released Environmental Crew Guidelines. A project Danella has been instrumental in developing. Created through a partnership between the Water Revolution Foundation and MB92, these guidelines serve as a comprehensive resource, comprising of 24 sections aimed at empowering

Happy International Women's Day! To celebrate, we have the privilege of hosting Cherise Reedman, the founder of 'Yacht Pearls of Wisdom.' Together, we delve into the remarkable initiatives undertaken by Pearls, their vibrant community, and their unwavering support for women navigating the challenges at all stages of a career in yachting. We also shine a light on the i

For this episode, we're honoured to advance our diversity series with Rebecca Whitlocke, Founder of Antibes Yachting and a prominent yachting writer. Her 2021 article, 'The Truth Economy: Uncovering Diversity In Yachting', offered a profound exploration of diversity within the industry. Join us as we delve into her motivations, research, findings, and the evolving lands

This month, as part of our annual healthy living week focussed on addictive habits, we had the privilege of sitting down with Andrew Roch: founder of The Crew Academy and The Crew Mess. The Crew Mess is yachting’s primary addiction support and intervention service, and Andrew shares his insights on how addiction can impact the lives of yacht crew. His perspectives provide valuabl

On today's episode, we're really pleased to welcome Ben Willows from UKSA - a maritime youth charity and a beacon of excellence in training. UKSA's mission is truly inspiring as they not only provide world-class training but also ignite a passion for the sea in children and young people. Today we will discuss UKSA's commitment to equipping the next generation with v

In honour of International Men’s Day, we are thrilled to be joined by qualified counsellor, life coach and voice behind 'Bro Talk' on Yachting International Radio: Gary Napier. Together, we explore the complexities surrounding men's mental well-being and address why opening up can prove challenging. Gary shares his own experiences with counselling and discusses the im

In this episode we're casting a spotlight on a topic that resonates deeply with most people: stress. Our special guest, Zoe Scott, a former yacht crew member turned effortless meditation teacher, shares her invaluable insights. Zoe's journey from the fast-paced world of yachts to the tranquil shores of mindfulness offers a unique perspective when it comes to tackling stres

On todays episode we're taking a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of social media. To help us, we are thrilled to be joined by Elle Mace, an Intuitive Eating Therapist, and a renowned Nutrition and Diet Specialist. Together, we'll unpack the ways in which social media influences our lives, particularly when it comes to our relationship with body image and authenticity

For this episode we are thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with renowned language alchemist Tracey Jones as part of our diversity series. Together we delve into the crucial topic of language and communication and why understanding the intricacies of these topics is so important when working on board a yacht. Tracey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this conver