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BOAT Briefing

BOAT International
Superyachts
Superyacht Industry
Monaco Yacht Show
World Superyacht Awards
Climate Change
America's Cup
Bayesian
Yachts For Science
Wood Carving
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Superyacht
Superyachting
Greece
Venice
Heesen Yachts
Sinking Incident
Palm Beach International Boat Show
Yacht Design
BOAT International Design and Innovation Awards
Marine Accident Investigation Branch

BOAT International presents the latest news from the world of superyachts with exclusive interviews, breaking stories and behind-the-scenes access.

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Recent Guests

Olivia Swaak-Goldman
Executive Director of the Wildlife Justice Commission
Wildlife Justice Commission
Episode: 282: How sharks have become the money-spinners of the sea: Olivia Swaak-Goldman's fight against wildlife crime
Cam Bray
Charter Central Agent/Big Sky liaison
Superyacht People
Episode: 281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Captain Brett Woodford
Captain of Big Sky
Big Sky
Episode: 281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Halle Scott
Charter Broker attending the trip
Halle Scott (broker)
Episode: 281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Henry Hawkins
Executive Vice President of Baltic Yachts
Baltic Yachts
Episode: 280: Inside the St Barths Bucket: Exploring the Magic of Superyacht Racing
Anders Kurtén
CEO of Fraser Yachts
Fraser Yachts
Episode: 273: Fraser’s view from the top: Anders Kurtén on sales, charter and what’s next
Leo Walker
Founder and CEO of Who Dares Group, a company focused on strengthening leadership in the super yacht industry
Who Dares Group
Episode: 271: What the superyacht industry can learn from Special Forces leadership
Maiwenn Beadle
Captain with over three decades of experience at sea.
Episode: 270: ‘It’s like landing a jumbo jet, over and over again!’: What it’s like to sail a superyacht through the Northwest Passage
Will Green
CEO of Princess Yachts
Princess Yachts
Episode: 266: From profitability to superyachts: Princess Yachts' CEO Will Green charts a new era

Hosts

Holly Margerrison
Host of BOAT Briefing; travel and charter editor at BOAT International
Cecile Gauert
Editor of BOAT International US

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • intro music sound level

    Good show. Please adjust the intro music volume, which is WAY louder than the speakers that follow it. Small thing, but very annoying …

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Depoeloe
    Canada2 years ago
  • Bob Giles interview …

    … the only interview from this podcast and one of the worst interviews I have heard in years … was the interviewer perhaps just super nervous? I had hoped to learn more about Giles, who is a super interesting guy, but alas …

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Depoeloe
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great Programming

    Regular interviews with yacht owners, industry leaders, and others, as well as weekly industry news and data stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    timevers
    Germany4 years ago
  • Amazing

    They give a lovely insight into the yachting world and their guests are always interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sillylogang
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Finally a podcast on Yachts!

    Love that this exists, especially from such a well written magazine the likes of BOAT International. Keep up the hard work, love tuning into this once a week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sillyboi
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Interviews with yacht owners and industry leaders are a strong draw for regular listeners
Some guests provide very strong insights; overall the show covers a wide range of yacht-related topics
Intro music volume is often too loud
Audience appreciates travel stories and industry data briefings, sometimes noting production quality could be improved

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281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Q: What memorable moment stood out on the trip?
There was a dramatic whale encounter and a subsequent rescue of a sailboat in distress, underscoring both the beauty and responsibility of operating in remote waters.
281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Q: How does living the itinerary impact agents and brokers?
Halle Scott says experiencing the trip firsthand helps brokers tailor recommendations and better communicate the value to clients, going beyond desk-based selling.
281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Q: Why is provisioning challenging in French Polynesia?
The captain explains most provisions must be shipped or flown in, with long lead times for rare wines or specific items, making advance client communication essential.
281: On board Big Sky: Inside a French Polynesia charter
Q: What is the role of Cam Bray as Charter Central Agent?
Cam Bray explains that they filter inquiries, discuss itineraries, negotiate rates, and act as the owner's representative, coordinating bookings and contracts for the yacht.
279: The Big BOAT Interview: John Caudwell on the business of charter
Q: When did you decide Titania would be a charter yacht rather than a private vessel?
It was clear from the start due to limited personal time and a wide range of interests; turning it into a charter business made sense right away.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BOAT Briefing

What is BOAT Briefing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program blends travel journalism with market intelligence in the superyacht space. Episodes commonly pair immersive voyage stories—detailing itineraries, remote destinations, and in-water experiences—with data-driven briefings on industry trends, major builds, and executive moves. Listeners get access to interviews with yacht owners, captains, editors, and industry luminaries, plus nuanced takes on brokerage, design, sustainability, and regulatory shifts. A standout pattern is the mix of practical voyage narratives and strategic insights, often anchored by prominent editorial voices from a luxury maritime publication. The show's mix of high-profile guests, actionable industry context, and timely news makes it useful for sponsors and gu... more

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Recent guests on BOAT Briefing include:

1. Olivia Swaak-Goldman
2. Cam Bray
3. Captain Brett Woodford
4. Halle Scott
5. Henry Hawkins
6. Anders Kurtén
7. Leo Walker
8. Maiwenn Beadle

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