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Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the USA

Bela Musits
Sailing
Florida
Hunter 44 Deck Salon
Boat Maintenance
United States Coast Guard
Brunswick, Georgia
Hudson River
Chesapeake Bay
Burlington, Vermont
Boating Safety
Cruising
Sailing Education
Lake Champlain
Charleston
Intracoastal Waterway
Sailing Industry
Surfman
Bahamas
Search and Rescue
Medical Emergencies

Welcome to the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the USA podcast. The hosts for the show are Bela Musits, who has many years of sailing experience, and Mike Wasserman who knows almost nothing about sailing. This podcast will consist of discussing destinations around the East Coast of the United States. We will also provide interesting and helpful information about sailing and boating, and all... more

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In this episode of the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the United States podcast, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman welcome accomplished sailor and author Mark Gabrielson. Mark is known for participating in "Corinthian" sailboat races—meani... more

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In this episode of the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the United States podcast, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman chat once again with the fascinating Phil Haydon, a retired neuroscientist and experienced long-distance so... more

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In this episode of the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the United States podcast, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman sit down with a guest whose life mission sits at the intersection of high-stakes offshore sailing and cutting-edge brain sci... more

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In this episode of the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the United States podcast, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman sit down with a true legend of the modern sailing era: David Southwell. David recently made headlines by taking first place ... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Gabrielson
Accomplished sailor and author of Deer Isle's Undefeated America's Cup Crews and Corinthian Resolve
Author/Sailor
Episode: EP-178 Deer Isles & Corinthian Resolve: Author Mark Gabrielson on Sailing History & Maine
Phil Haydon
Retired neuroscientist; founder of Sailing for Epilepsy
Sailing for Epilepsy
Episode: EP-176 Sailing for Epilepsy: Phil Haydon’s Mission to Inspire and Educate
David Southwell
English sailor, OSTAR Race winner
Sailor
Episode: EP-175 Crossing the North Atlantic Alone: David Southwell’s OSTAR Victory
Dick Stone
Writer with a background in ESPN and media; author of Project Mayflower
Author of Project Mayflower
Episode: EP-174 Project Mayflower: Building and Sailing a 17th Century Replica with Dick Stone
John Slingerland
Longtime sailor, Atlantic crossing, Marion Bermuda Race participant
Bluewater Sailing Club
Episode: EP-173 Ocean Racing, Retirement, and Community with John Slingerland
Tom Greaves
Long-time sailor primarily navigating the Coast of Maine
Member of the Blue Water Sailing Club
Episode: EP-172 Cruising the Maine Coast, Fog Navigation & The Blue Water Sailing Club with Tom Greaves
Tony Marinello
Retired New York State trooper and founder of Tropic Air Rescue
Tropic Air Rescue
Episode: EP-171 Tropic Air Rescue - Tony Marinello
Roy Greenwald
A long-time sailor and organizer of the Northeast Ocean Race Symposium
Northeast Ocean Race Symposium
Episode: EP - 168 – Northeast Ocean Race Symposium - Roy Greenwald
Rob Sweet
A sailor who lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and sails his boat in Florida and the Bahamas.
Episode: EP-167 – Sailing to the Bahamas in the “Shoulder Season” with Rob Sweet

Hosts

Bela Musits
Co-host and experienced sailor; frequently discusses sailing journeys, club activities, and practical cruising tips.
Mike Wasserman
Co-host; brings a practical, beginner-friendly perspective to sailing topics and voyage planning.
Mike Malekoff
Co-host focusing on sailing adventures and technical details from shared journeys.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Informative and well made

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for over a year - the guests bring good experience and informative perspectives and the hosts are great. I like their recap at the end of every episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LetchikSasha
    United States25 days ago
  • As a sailor but one with maybe ~5 yrs experience on my own boat, I usually take away 1-2 interesting useful facts per episode, eg height limit on ICW, reviews of new ports I don’t know (Wickford, RI, Oriental NC…). The hosts are decent if not the most thrilling. It’s easy to consume and informative (but not like deep tutorials, so far). I pick and choose the past episodes of interest.

    Audible
    4
    Dylan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting, not super deep, which can be good for less experienced sailors like me

    As a sailor but one with maybe ~5 yrs experience on my own boat, I usually take away 1-2 interesting useful facts per episode, eg height limit on ICW, reviews of new ports I don’t know (Wickford, RI, Oriental NC…). The hosts are decent if not the most thrilling. It’s easy to consume and informative (but not like deep tutorials, so far). I pick and choose the past episodes of interest.

    Audible
    4
    Dylan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast!

    Thanks for having me on, really enjoyed talking with you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter G-N
    United States3 years ago
  • Generally boring

    If you have more than 3-5 years of experience this podcast is a WoT. Silly beginners discussions for the most part. The cohost lacking saioo lol inc experience needs or be dropped. Adds no value. some guests ok, but hearing about some inexperienced sailor bringing his Hunter down the coast is laughable at best.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Ctsail
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate practical sailing tips and guest expertise.
Guest variety is a strong point and adds credibility for sponsorships and guest opportunities.
A few listeners feel the show skews toward beginners and lacks depth for experienced sailors.

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EP-178 Deer Isles & Corinthian Resolve: Author Mark Gabrielson on Sailing History & Maine
Q: What drew you to write about Deer Isle's role in America's Cup history?
Gabrielson explains that Deer Isle crews were pivotal because the New York Yacht Club recruited local sailors to man large cutters, highlighting a cultural and historical connection between Maine's fishing communities and elite yachting at the turn of the century.
EP-175 Crossing the North Atlantic Alone: David Southwell’s OSTAR Victory
Q: Can you tell our listeners what the OSTAR Race is?
David explains that the OSTAR is the original single-handed transatlantic race started in 1960, with ongoing four-year intervals and a focus on monohulls under 60 feet, emphasizing self-reliance and the long tradition of ocean racing.
EP-173 Ocean Racing, Retirement, and Community with John Slingerland
Q: What do you look for in crew when planning a multi-day overnight passage?
He stresses vetting via shorter trips first, ensuring at least one highly experienced sailor on board, and building a reliable, capable crew through test trips and varied skill sets.
EP-173 Ocean Racing, Retirement, and Community with John Slingerland
Q: What goes into organizing one of these long cruises for your Bluewater Sailing Club?
He describes a Captain of the Day system, days of group coordination, and distributed leadership across boats to share responsibilities, plus the importance of pre-planning and flexibility during expeditions.
EP-173 Ocean Racing, Retirement, and Community with John Slingerland
Q: How did you start sailing and what was your first sailing experience?
John explains starting at nine years old in a militaristic camp in New Hampshire, progressing through coastal and offshore sailing, and his first offshore experiences aboard a Bristol 32 that led to Bermuda trips and a long history of cruising.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on coastal cruising and practical sailing know-how along the East Coast, with conversations that blend technical sailing tips, trip planning, safety, and real-world voyage stories. Episodes often center on navigation challenges (fog, currents, locks), long-distance sailing, maritime safety, and cruising logistics—from provisioning and mooring to dealing with weather and border/immigration nuances. A notable strength is the mix of seasoned sailors and first-time cruisers sharing actionable guidance, personal journeys, and club/community insights that help both aspiring and experienced sailors plan trips and improve seamanship. The format tends to emphasize camaraderie, learning on the water, and hands-on experiences, with gu... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Mark Gabrielson
2. Phil Haydon
3. David Southwell
4. Dick Stone
5. John Slingerland
6. Tom Greaves
7. Tony Marinello
8. Roy Greenwald

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