This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Stephen & Kristen Van Dyck and one of their sons - Paul - to chat their yearlong sailing sabbatical as a family. They’re living a sailing story that blends history, adventure, and family togetherness. Hear how to take the family sailing trip of your dreams, how to plan & structure a long sailing sabbatical, how an extended cruising trip changes your perspective on life & sailing, why it’s such a valuable experience for all involved, and how to make sure the kids keep learning while on the water. Follow the Van Dyck family’s adventures at SVFlyer.com

This week’s host, Ryan Foland, is joined by Stuart McNay to chat the inspiring world of coaching on the water. Stuart is a 5-time Olympian, Pro Sailor, and Sailing Coach. Hear the first time he knew he’d make an Olympic run, the traits shared by his favorite mentors, how to find the right sailing coach, whether coaching will ever be replaced by AI, and where the magic of coaching works best. Learn more about Stuart on Instagram @StuMcNay and Ryan at Ryan.Online

This week’s host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Dennis Surtees to chat his lifetime of sailing championships with legendary crews. Dennis is a 95-year-old racer who has done it all in the 505 class and also won on the Antrim 27. Hear how he fell in love with the 505, how he got over his reputation for capsizing, what to do when your mast breaks, his stories from racing with a young Paul Cayard, and frightening tales from sailing with sharks. Learn more about Dennis Surtees & Tony English here: https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/wisdom-experience-tony-english/

This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by women’s match racing legends Betsy Alison, Allie Blecher, Nicole Breault, and Molly Carapiet to chat the past, present, and future of the sport. Betsy is a 5-time Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year, Allie is a 4-time Champion of the U.S. Women’s Match Racing Championship, Nicole is the #1 ranked women’s match racer in the U.S. today, and Molly is a 5-time All-American sailor. Hear the history of women’s match racing, how it compares to other forms of racing, how we can inspire more women to become match racers, the differences in match racing grades, and the mentors who have inspired them the most. Learn more at WomensWMRT.com and USSailing.org

This week’s host, John Arndt, is joined by adventure pilot & sailor Harry Anderson to chat what’s needed to sail around the world by yourself - and touch all 7 continents for extra credit. In 2014, Harry completed solo flights to all 7 continents. In January 2025, he completed a solo voyage to all 7 continents - becoming the first person in history to both fly & sail solo to all the continents. Hear why pilots make good sailors and vice versa, how to plan your route for a circumnavigation, what to look for in a boat to circumnavigate with, his most memorable stops along the way, and how he’s prepping for a solo Northwest Passage trip next year. Learn more about Harry and his upcoming book Sailing 7 Continents Solo at Phywave.com

This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Heather Richard from Tahiti to chat exploring the world with her kids. Heather is a USCG 100-Ton Captain, instructor, racer, cruiser, and charter owner who raised her 3 kids on her 43-foot sloop. Hear what it’s like living in a maritime co-op, the benefits of raising your kids in the sailing lifestyle, stories from cruising 5,000 miles with her kids, how we can make sailing more inclusive for everyone, and how rich your life is when you’re exploring the world. Learn more about Heather at FineDayForSailing.com

This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by returning guest Alli Bell to chat winning the 2025 Transpac - and being the first female skipper to ever do so. Alli has sailed several Transpacs and is the current Rear Commodore of the Transpacific Yacht Club and Vice Commodore of San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC). Hear what she learned growing up in a sailing family, how to prep your boat for the Transpac, how to lead an offshore racing crew, the most memorable & bittersweet moments from winning the Transpac, and how we can get more female skippers in offshore racing. Learn more about Alli at TranspacYC.com and SDYC.org

This week’s host, Ryan Foland, is joined IN PERSON at Alamitos Bay Yacht Club (ABYC) by Nikki Barnes & Ryan Squires to chat their campaign for the 2028 LA Olympics. The duo is chasing Olympic gold in the Mixed 470 class. Hear the moments they knew they wanted to become Olympians, how to transition to a 2-person team, how to coach yourself on the water, what’s unique about the 470, and how they’re prepping for LA 28. Learn more and support Nikki Barnes & Ryan Squires at American-Wave2028.com and Ryan Foland at Ryan.Online

This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Kira Maixner to chat teaching women to sail & race. Kira is a USCG 100-Ton Master Captain and ASA Master Instructor who’s completed several crossings & races across the Pacific & Atlantic Oceans. Hear how she transitioned from snowboarding in the Rockies to sailing the world, how to dedicate your life to sailing, how to become a Captain, the personal growth moments that happen offshore, and how to keep growing opportunities for women on the water. Learn more about Kira at CaptainKira.com & ModernSailing.com

This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Eileen Zedd, Shelli Bohrer, and Laurie Briggs ahead of the 33rd Annual Northern California Women’s Sailing Seminar. The event takes place on September 26-28, 2025 and welcomes women of all backgrounds into the sailing community by creating a fun, safe, and supportive learning environment. Hear how they fell in love with sailing, what stood out the first time they attended the seminar, how they went from participant to Chair, the curriculum for this year’s seminar, and what you’ll learn at the seminar. Register & learn more at WomensSailingSeminar.com