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Bar Karate - The Sailing Podcast

Jordan Spencer, Bret Perry, Nick Bice
Sailing
America's Cup
International Canoe Class
Sydney To Hobart Yacht Race
Sydney To Hobart
Radix Nutrition
Olympics
Law Connect
Transat Jacques Vabre
Cruising Yacht Club Of Australia
Azzuro
Adelaide Sailing Club
Mike Fletcher
IMOCA Hublot
J70
Java Space Island Club
ILCA7 World Championships
Sailgp
Laser World Championships
Class40

Bar Karate is a weekly discussion of the world of sailing. Our team straddle the globe and bring all the news and inside gossip with a lot of fun thrown in. Bar Karate - you might not learn anything, but you will have fun doing it.

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Published 29 March 2026

This week we are back in the skiff World. This time 16' skiffs, celebrating the performance of women in that class. We speak to Zoe Dransfield, one of the women at the front of the fleet that contains gold medallists and Worl... more

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Published 22 March 2026

One of the bucket list items the three of us have is to race to Hawaii. Bicey has done it and BP is about to do it. The Pac Cup gets underway July 6. And to find out what it's about and what race secrets there are, we spoke t... more

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Published 16 March 2026

This week we check back in on the 18s' straight after presentation night, post the JJ's. We spoke to Emma Rankin, skipper of the Club Marine. Emma is a lot of fun to talk to and she goes hard in her sailing. She has achieved ... more

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Published 8 March 2026

It's the JJ's, the 18 skiff World Champs. For the next 10 days all your viewing pleasure is sorted as the annual battle to see which is the best sailed 18 skiff in the World takes place on Sydney Harbour. To add to your viewin... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Hinden
Long-time Pac Cup associate, organizer, and Commodore of the Yacht Club that runs Pac Cup
Pac Cup / San Francisco Bay Yacht Club
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep354, Pac Cup with Bob Hinden
Emma Rankin
Skipper of Club Marine 18s, notable female sailor in the fleet
Club Marine
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep353, Emma Rankin, 18' Skiff.
Simon Nearn
Former Commodore, 18 Footers League (now President)
18 Footers League
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast Ep352, 18 skiff special, the JJ's and the Bar Karate 18
Harvey Hillary
Former head of high performance and innovation for the British Sailing Team
British Sailing Team
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast Ep352, 18 skiff special, the JJ's and the Bar Karate 18
Fang Warren
20xx world-class skipper (2008 29er world champion mentioned)
Bar Karate / 18s fleet
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast Ep352, 18 skiff special, the JJ's and the Bar Karate 18
Will MacKenzie
Professional sailor with extensive experience in match racing and SailGP
SailGP
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep 351, Will MacKenzie
Anthony Nossiter
A three-time Olympian and distinguished sailor
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep350, Anthony 'Nokka' Nossiter
Brett Whitbread
Sailor with extensive experience in racing boats
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep349 Brett Whitbread IRC/PHS discussion
Mark Parker
F18 sailor involved in the organization of the Worlds
Episode: Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep348 2026 F18 Worlds

Hosts

Jordan Spencer
Host and main speaker, known for his extensive sailing expertise and engaging banter.
Brett Perry
Co-host with a deep background in sailing and event organization.
Sam Hunt
Co-host and seasoned sailor with extensive experience in regattas.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 246 ratings
  • Magic. BP is my Favourite.

    ♥️😇

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    River and Coral's Mom
    Canada2 years ago
  • Better late than never

    Just discovered and starting from the beginning. Love the banter and the Aussie accent. And sometimes I learn something, 28% of the time.

    Miquel

    San Diego

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    miquelkumar
    United States3 years ago
  • Love It!!

    Love the podcast! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sailor TG
    United States3 years ago
  • Sailing scene covered by three blokes from Down Under

    Congrats on your 200 episodes!

    Although I may never actually engage at “Bar Karate” at my local Yacht Clubs, you deliver a host of interesting information on the global, regional and local scene.

    Love the laughs and relaxed interviews with distinguished guests.

    Thanks for your hard work and dedication.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gybe Talking
    Canada3 years ago
  • Bar Karate

    If I could give 10 stars I would! Great information delivered with a ton of laughs. Keep up the excellent work boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    denisedelmundo
    Canada3 years ago

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Reviewers note that it offers a unique blend of entertainment and informative content about the sailing world.
The podcast is often praised for its humorous approach to discussing sailing topics.
Many enjoy the lighthearted conversations with expert guests, finding them insightful and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the entertaining banter and camaraderie among the hosts.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep 351, Will MacKenzie
Q: What have been the highlights from your long life of sailing?
The match racing circuit was a highlight, sailing with friends, and winning a Worlds in Sydney on a Far 40.
Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep 351, Will MacKenzie
Q: How did you get into sailing, Will?
I got into sailing when my dad got us into it down at the Manly Skiff Club. He pushed us off in a boat and said 'see you later.'
Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep350, Anthony 'Nokka' Nossiter
Q: Did you get to do any of that sort of razzmatazz stuff at the Olympics?
In Sydney, I got to embrace everything in the village and had a great time.
Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep350, Anthony 'Nokka' Nossiter
Q: What do you reckon the secret is that has worked so well for you?
It's about following the passion and being open to different opportunities.
Bar Karate - the Sailing Podcast, Ep337, S2H preview with Mutter and Squark
Q: So, does that change anything for you guys at all?
No, not really. No, no, he sails with us a lot. So that's not really, that's pretty normal for us.

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What is Bar Karate about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively weekly discussion centered on the world of sailing that blends humor with insights into sailing news and community gossip. The content often highlights the camaraderie among sailors, featuring anecdotes, interviews with notable figures in the sailing community, and thoughtful reflections on competitive sailing events such as the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. The hosts are known for their engaging banter, making the show not just informative but also entertaining, catering to both sailing aficionados and those simply looking for a good laugh.

The podcast uniquely brings together various perspectives from both seasoned sailors and newcomers alike, covering topics ranging from technical ratings in yacht racing to personal stories from... more

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Recent guests on Bar Karate include:

1. Bob Hinden
2. Emma Rankin
3. Simon Nearn
4. Harvey Hillary
5. Fang Warren
6. Will MacKenzie
7. Anthony Nossiter
8. Brett Whitbread

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