The Ocean Sailor Podcast

The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep8 - Fire on board. The biggest danger to a sailor? Meeting Max Campbell of Untide

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:13:04 +0000

🌊 Welcome to the Ocean Sailor Podcast! 🌊

Your go-to channel for all things blue water cruising, offshore sailing, and passage making — brought to you by Ocean Sailors.

In this episode:

Will Bruton meets ocean sailor Max Campbell. Known for Untide, his YouTube channel, in which he documents his circumnavigation on a beautiful Swan 36 Classic, Max had a life-changing experience on his last boat when he found himself and his boat on fire towards the end of a solo transatlantic passage. A passionate storyteller who loves to share the experience of sailing with viewers and an ever-changing crew, it was a real pleasure to talk to him.

You can see more of Max and his circumnavigation on his channel: youtube.com/@untidesailing

Check out the Untide website: https://un-tide.com

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep7 - Should you start adventure sailing in 2026? Featuring Roger Barnes, President of the Dinghy Cruising Association

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:12:05 +0000

🌊 Welcome to the Ocean Sailor Podcast! 🌊

Your go-to channel for all things blue water cruising, offshore sailing, and passage making — brought to you by Ocean Sailors.

In this episode:

In this Ocean Sailor episode, yachting journalist Will Bruton interviews Roger Barnes, President of the Dinghy Cruising Association, about getting into adventure sailing on a small budget. They cover the appeal of cruising a simple dinghy, the low entry cost of buying a dinghy and Roger’s experiences in the UK and abroad on small boats.

Check out the Dinghy Cruising Association here: https://www.dinghycruising.org.uk

Find Roger's latest book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dinghy-Cruis...

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep6 - Around the world, on a tiny yacht, aged 26 - Ocean Sailor interview with Jasmine Harrison

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:11:27 +0000

🌊 Welcome to the Ocean Sailor Podcast! 🌊

Your go-to channel for all things blue water cruising, offshore sailing, and passage making — brought to you by Ocean Sailors.

In this episode:

Around the world, on a tiny yacht, aged 26. Meeting double world record holder, adventurer and ocean sailor Jasmine Harrison In this episode, we chat to Jasmine Harrison, a competitor in the Mini 5.80 Globe Race, about adventure, small boat ocean sailing and the spirit of determination needed to become a double world record holder. In 2021, Jasmine became the youngest woman to row the Atlantic Ocean solo, followed by becoming the first and only woman to swim the length of the UK in 2023. 19ft, 50k, around the world, aged 26. What it takes to sail the Mini Globe 5.80 race.

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep5 - Is your keel really about to fall off? Featuring Marine Surveyor Ben Sutcliffe-Davies

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:10:56 +0000

🌊 Welcome to the Ocean Sailor Podcast! 🌊

Your go-to channel for all things blue water cruising, offshore sailing, and passage making — brought to you by Ocean Sailors.

In this episode:

Is your keel really about to fall off? In this deep-dive episode of Ocean Sailor, we’re joined by experienced marine surveyor Ben Sutcliffe-Davies to explore the hidden dangers of bolt-on keels. From corrosion and fatigue to structural failures that most sailors never see coming, Ben unpacks the realities of what can—and does—go wrong beneath the waterline. Whether you’re buying a boat or crossing oceans, this is a conversation every sailor should hear.

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep4 - Dealing with Customs around the world - Is this the worst part of sailing?

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:10:25 +0000

🌊 Welcome to the Ocean Sailor Podcast! 🌊

Your go-to channel for all things blue water cruising, offshore sailing, and passage making — brought to you by Ocean Sailors.

In this episode:

Dick Beaumont and Dick Durham dive into the often unpredictable world of international customs. From smooth sailings to frustrating delays, they share real-world stories and hard-earned lessons from navigating customs across different countries. Whether you're a seasoned cruiser or planning your first passage, this conversation offers practical insights, a few laughs, and advice on how to stay on the right side of the law — and the officials.

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep3 - Robots Onboard - Can AI replace your crew?

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:09:44 +0000

🌊 Welcome to the Ocean Sailor Podcast! 🌊

Your go-to channel for all things blue water cruising, offshore sailing, and passage making — brought to you by Ocean Sailors.

In this episode:

"The Dicks" dive into the fast-evolving world of A.I. in sailing — exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of ocean cruising. From enhanced safety to smarter navigation, they break down the benefits, potential pitfalls, and what it means for the modern sailor.

👉 Mentioned A.I. Technologies:

🔗 https://sea.ai

🔗 https://sea-machines.com

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2, Ep2 - Bayesian MAIB Interim Report - Skipper and crew not to blame?

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:50:18 +0100

In May 2023, the sailing world was shaken by the tragic sinking of Bayesian, a British-flagged superyacht anchored off Sicily. Today, the UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Branch has released its interim report on the sinking—and it’s raising important points, especially about the actions of the crew.

This is Ocean Sailor — and today we’re diving into what the MAIB has revealed so far, and why it matters.

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2! Ep1 - How much does it cost to sail around the world?

Fri, 09 May 2025 15:29:47 +0100

We're back!
After a brief hiatus, Dick Beaumont and Dick Durham return to the Ocean Sailor Podcast Season 2—and they’re diving straight in with one of the biggest questions in sailing: How much does it really cost to sail around the world? The answers might just surprise you.

🎥 We're now releasing the podcast in video format!
Watch the gents in action over on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@oceansailorchannel

📩 Got comments or ideas for future episodes?
Drop us a line at richard@theoncrowd.com

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The Ocean Sailor Podcast: Episode 16 - Catching up with the Millennials - Part 2

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 16:56:38 +0100

We are back after an extended hiatus due to our busy schedule at Kraken HQ. Dick Beaumont has been on the ground in Bodrum through the launch of the new Kraken 50. Join him for our second part of Catching up with the Millennials.

Dick Beaumont will be joined by Dick Durham in the next episode for a very special sit down with David Wilkinson, all will be revealed soon!

Have a question you would like to ask? Write it in the comments or email us at sales@krakenyachts.com

For all things Blue Water Cruising, check out Ocean Sailor Magazine and the Ocean Sailor Podcast. https://krakenyachts.com/oceansailor https://krakenyachts.com/podcast

The Ocean Sailor Podcast: Episode 15 - Catching up with the Millennials - Part 1

Tue, 16 May 2023 16:04:48 +0100

This week, a lonely Dick Beaumont is joined by Adam and Khiara from Sailing Millennial Falcon for a catch up after an amazing year. We find out what they have been up to, such as Adam's new YouTube channel @TheMidshipmen and Dick explains the record year at Kraken. Dick Durham was away for this discussion but will be back in Episode 17.

Have a question you would like to ask? Write it in the comments or email us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com

For all things Blue Water Cruising, check out Ocean Sailor Magazine and the Ocean Sailor Podcast.

https://krakenyachts.com/oceansailor

https://krakenyachts.com/podcast

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 14 - Psychology at Sea with Brian Trautman from SV Delos - Part 2

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 07:32:07 +0000

We're Back! After an extended hiatus the two Dicks are back on the airwaves. It has been a crazy year for Kraken Yachts and Ocean Sailor and unfortunately the podcast had to be put on hold. We are happy to share that we have new episodes already recorded and further podcasts planned so stay tuned.

The first podcast of the year is the second part of our discussion with SV Delos's Brian Trautman, delving into the psychology of the sea and especially the Captain's chair.

Have a question you would like to ask? Write it in the comments or email us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com

For all things Blue Water Cruising, check out Ocean Sailor Magazine and the Ocean Sailor Podcast.

https://krakenyachts.com/oceansailor

https://krakenyachts.com/podcast

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 13 - Psychology at Sea with Brian Trautman from SV Delos - Part 1

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:32:12 +0000

In the first of a series of discussions with multiple guests about psychology of ocean sailing, we are joined by SV Delos's Brian Trautman. In this episode Brian and the two Dick's discuss the highs and the lows of bringing new crew onboard and responsibilities of the captain's chair.

If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com or through any of the Ocean Sailor social channels.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 12 - What Makes a True Blue Water Yacht with Sailing Millennial Falcon - Part 2

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 15:36:30 +0000

This week, we are joined once again by Adam and Khiara from the YouTube channel Sailing Millennial Falcon for part 2 of what makes a true blue water yacht. Adam and Khiara chose a Tayana 42 to start their sailing adventures, a happy coincidence as Dick Beaumont's previous boat was also a Tayana.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 11 - What Makes a True Blue Water Yacht with Sailing Millennial Falcon - Part 1

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 12:51:50 +0000

After a short break, the two Dicks are back! This week, we are joined by Adam and Khiara from the YouTube channel Sailing Millennial Falcon to discuss what makes a true blue water yacht. Adam and Khiara chose a Tayana 42 to start their sailing adventures, a happy coincidence as Dick Beaumont's previous boat was also a Tayana.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 10 - Finding your sea legs with Michelle Segrest - Part 2

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 22:25:54 +0100

The two Dicks are once again joined by Michelle Segrest, author of How to Battle Seasickness: 100 Tips to Help You Get Your Sea Legs. We discuss other methods that can help with seasickness and talk about more personal experiences out on the waves. Dick Durham brings one experience to the table we would rather forget!

We would love to hear if you suffer from seasickness and leave us a comment if you have any tips or remedies that work for you.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 9 - Finding your sea legs with Michelle Segrest - Part 1

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 12:57:05 +0100

This week the two Dicks are joined by Michelle Segrest, author of 'How to Battle Seasickness: 100 Tips to Help You Get Your Sea Legs' which is available on Amazon as a Kindle download or paperback. Michelle researched the topic extensively to help her manage seasickness whilst sailing around the world. We discuss personal experiences and Michelle lets us know some of her top tips she has discovered throughout her research.

We would love to hear if you suffer from seasickness so we have posted a poll on the Ocean Sailor Facebook page. Please get involved and leave us a comment if you have any tips or remedies that work for you.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 8 - School's Out Forever with SV Totem - Part 2

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 08:32:26 +0100

This week the two Dicks are joined once again by Behan and Jamie Gifford of SV Totem and discuss how others have judged their decision to sail around the world with their family. We also talk about the real costs of cruising and how Behan and Jamie can help you take that first step to adventure with their cruiser counselling.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 7 - School's Out Forever with SV Totem - Part 1

Mon, 31 May 2021 11:18:21 +0100

Welcome to the seventh episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are joined by Behan and Jamie Gifford of SV Totem who circumnavigated with their three children. We discuss the challenges and benefits of homeschooling onboard and how visiting cultures like the people of Papua New Guinea can provide something no classroom ever can.

If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 6 - Operation Ocean Shield with Commander Gerry Northwood OBE - Part 2

Wed, 12 May 2021 09:36:08 +0100

Welcome to the sixth episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are once again joined by Gerry Northwood OBE who details areas to avoid when sailing and what to do if you are captured.

If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 5 - Operation Ocean Shield with Commander Gerry Northwood OBE - Part 1

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 21:36:24 +0100

Welcome to the fifth episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are joined by Gerry Northwood OBE who explains how, as Commander of the British navy contingent, they eliminated Somalian piracy in the North Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea.

If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 4 - High Noon on the High Seas - Part 2

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 12:58:43 +0100

Welcome to the fourth episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are joined once again by ocean sailor Rene Tiemessen as we hear the second part of his interview. Rene talks about his return leg through 'pirate alley' and the aftermath of his experiences whilst we further discuss the topic of carrying firearms on board your yacht.

If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at hello@oceansailormagazine.com.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 3 - High Noon on the High Seas - Part 1

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:11:21 +0000

Welcome to the third episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont discuss piracy and the debate of bringing firearms onboard. We are joined by ocean sailor Rene Tiemessen who has first hand experience of being held at gunpoint by Somali pirates.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 2 - Sailing, The Ultimate Hybrid Drive

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 21:27:37 +0000

Welcome to the second episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast.

This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont discuss the effects of climate change on sailing.

Plus we introduce our guest, trans-Atlantic sailor and Author Max Liberson.

The Ocean Sailor Podcast : Episode 1 - Reinventing The Keel

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 09:36:56 +0000

Welcome to the first episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast.

This week, we introduce our hosts - renowned yachting Journalist, Dick Durham, and Dick Beaumont - the founder and owner of Kraken Yachts.

They talk all things Ocean Sailing, explore the origins and motivations behind Kraken Yachts & Ocean Sailor, and delve deep into the fundamentals of what it takes to sail around the world.