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Yachting Channel | Yachting International Radio Yachting Channel by Yachting International Radio (YIR) is a leading global yacht podcast, yachting podcast, superyacht podcast, and maritime podcast network covering the people, businesses, vessels, crew, owners, technology, destinations, and ideas shaping the modern yachting industry. Produced by Yachting International Radio, the Yachting Channel ... more

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What does it really take to lead a superyacht when the pressure is high, the decisions are yours, and everyone onboard is looking to the bridge?

In this episode of On The Bridge, Alicia Store, Chief Operating Officer at dsnm Ltd, speaks with Superya... more

Seafarer abandonment does not always mean a crew has been physically deserted on a dead ship. Sometimes the vessel is still operating, the crew is still working and cargo is still moving, but wages have stopped, contracts have expired, repatriation i... more

Early in her career, Ghada “Lili” Soliman was told that “no Arab has ever held a senior position in yachting.” Seven years later, she became Chief Stewardess on a 74-metre yacht. Her story raises a question the industry cannot afford to dismiss: how ... more

At four years old, Ann Pletschke had already decided that she would one day command a ship. By 16, she was at sea, beginning a career that would take her across deep-sea cargo ships, North Sea offshore operations, passenger ferries, polar waters, aut... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Forrester
CEO of the Isle of Man Maritime
Isle of Man Maritime
Episode: Yacht Ownership Is Changing: Trust, Reputation and the Isle of Man | Yachting Confidential
Meeli Lepik
Founder of Holistic yachting design/consulting
Holistic (Meeli Lepik's company)
Episode: Monaco, Full Circle: Meeli Lepik Returns to MYS 2026 | Lucie Gardiner
Jon Schoeller
Real estate investor and private money lender, head of the More Than Money community
More Than Money
Episode: The Power to Say No: Financial Freedom and Private Money Lending | Jon Schoeller | Rich AF
Laura-Kate Brown
Manager from Seven Seas Recruitment
Seven Seas Recruitment
Episode: Yacht Recruitment Reality Check: Toxic Boats, Bad Fits & Broken Standards | Laura-Kate Brown | The Crew Car
Dawn Kernagis
Director of Science Research
DEEP
Episode: Living Underwater: Inside DEEP’s Vanguard Subsea Habitat | Dawn Kernagis & Norman Smith | The Blue Economy
Norman Smith
Chief Technology Officer
DEEP
Episode: Living Underwater: Inside DEEP’s Vanguard Subsea Habitat | Dawn Kernagis & Norman Smith | The Blue Economy
Kelly Gordon
Captain, advocate for crew well-being and education
Captain of a 43-meter vessel
Episode: Invest in Superyacht Crew or Pay for Turnover | Captain Kelly Gordon | Forward Watch
Ryan Melogy
Maritime lawyer and advocate featured in the episode
Self-employed maritime law practice/Advocacy
Episode: Buried At Sea: The Fight For Accountability | Ryan Melogy | Part Three | UNCENSORED
Constance Brément
Director of the Cannes Yachting Festival
Cannes Yachting Festival
Episode: Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: Luxury, Innovation & Life On The Water | Yachting Confidential

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Liam
Host of the show and Captain's Chat segments; frequent interviewer

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Genuine People & Genuine Conversations that matter!

    I've spent enough time around the yachting industry to know that genuine conversations are hard to come by. Yachting International Radio stands out because it gives captains, crew, and industry professionals a platform to speak openly about the realities of life and work on the water. It's independent, informative, and isn't afraid to cover the topics that matter. If you're involved in yachting, it's the only platform you need.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Large Yacht Captain
    United States3 months ago
  • Best for maritime stories

    Yachting International tells the really important stories in the maritime industry. A great range of voices with the best guests and hosts with so much knowledge to share.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J Gosling
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Yachting International Radio

    As someone who has dedicated my career to the marine industry, I truly appreciate what Yachting International Radio is doing for our community.

    The yachting industry is more than yachts and incredible destinations. It is a powerful global economic driver that creates jobs, supports thousands of businesses, fuels innovation, and changes lives around the world. Most importantly, it’s the people behind this industry who make it so special.

    Yachting International Radio provides an independent plat... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The BOAT BOSS
    United States3 months ago
  • A Must-Listen for Anyone in Yachting

    I absolutely love Yachting International Radio. It has such a great variety of shows, so there’s always something interesting to listen to, no matter what part of the industry you’re in.

    My favorite is UNCENSORED because it isn’t afraid to have the conversations that really matter. It covers topics that are often overlooked, asks the hard questions, and gives a voice to people and stories that deserve to be heard.

    What I appreciate most about YIR is that it’s not just another yachting platform... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marién Sarriera
    United States3 months ago
  • An outstanding channel

    The best guests and the most interesting insights. What’s not to love?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Listening Public
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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A strong mix of guests and hosts with deep maritime knowledge.
Genuine conversations with real industry voices; independent and informative.
Some episodes occasionally drift from core yachting topics, but overall high-quality.
Provides honest, thoughtful discussions that go beyond hype in yachting.

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Yacht Ownership Is Changing: Trust, Reputation and the Isle of Man | Yachting Confidential
Q: What changes have you driven to position the Isle of Man as a maritime ecosystem rather than isolated silos?
He created four hubs (SuperYacht Hub, Business Hub, Skills and Seafarers, Digital and AI) to unify services, strengthened collaboration among CSPs, ship registry, and owners, and demonstrated the island's capability to support both commercial and superyacht needs.
Yacht Ownership Is Changing: Trust, Reputation and the Isle of Man | Yachting Confidential
Q: How did your career path lead you to the Isle of Man Maritime, and what drew you to this role?
A combination of mentorship, chance, and a pivotal call that moved him from a potential office-based path to the maritime world; returning home to the Isle of Man and stepping into the general manager role opened up a trajectory toward leadership and ecosystem-building.
Living Underwater: Inside DEEP’s Vanguard Subsea Habitat | Dawn Kernagis & Norman Smith | The Blue Economy
Q: What is the broader roadmap beyond Vanguard?
The roadmap includes Sentinel as the next phase, evolving toward larger, modular underwater habitats deployed at multiple sites worldwide.
Living Underwater: Inside DEEP’s Vanguard Subsea Habitat | Dawn Kernagis & Norman Smith | The Blue Economy
Q: When is the first mission expected to start?
The first mission is scheduled for this fall, weather permitting and after final checks with classification and internal dive training.
Living Underwater: Inside DEEP’s Vanguard Subsea Habitat | Dawn Kernagis & Norman Smith | The Blue Economy
Q: Remind me, how deep is Vanguard right now?
Vanguard sits at fifty-five feet (less than 20 meters), with a clear path to reaching 200 feet as the program expands.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yachting Channel

What is Yachting Channel about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The network features a globally oriented yachting and maritime conversations hub with a strong emphasis on real-world operations, safety, governance, and market dynamics across the yacht industry. Episodes frequently center on yacht energy and sustainability, frontline crew life, luxury travel and branding, regulatory and safety issues, vessel refits and governance, and the business of ownership and charters. Unique strengths include access to high-profile captains, engineers, shipyards, safety professionals, and industry advocates who pull back the curtain on how decisions are made in high-stakes yachting environments, plus a steady stream of expert guests who discuss practical, scalable insights for operators and builders alike. Potential... more

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Recent guests on Yachting Channel include:

1. Lee Forrester
2. Meeli Lepik
3. Jon Schoeller
4. Laura-Kate Brown
5. Dawn Kernagis
6. Norman Smith
7. Kelly Gordon
8. Ryan Melogy

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