This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Erica Mattson to chat crossing the Pacific with a crew of 2 on a small boat. Erica and her father, Robin Jeffers, set sail on her Moore 24 Accelerando for the 2024 Pacific Cup (Pac Cup) on July 15th. Hear how she qualified for the US Sailing Team in the ‘90s, how she committed to sailing to Hawaii, their sleeping and eating schedule during the race, how to decompress once you’re back on land, and what they’ll do differently than their 2022 Pacific Cup race. Follow Erica during the race at YBTracking.com

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 3 articles from the June 2024 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "$2 Catamaran, Priceless Adventure" by John Arndt, "Falling In, and Saving Myself" by Apryl Hunt, and "Tire Bouchon, Pt. II - Berkeley to France” by Heather Breaux. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#54, https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#46, and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/june-2024/#60

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Blaine Pedlow to chat fundraising and growing all aspects of sailing. Blaine is Senior Vice President, Development for US Sailing and is a lifelong sailor - with many years as a sailing coach, volunteer, and managing racing teams. Hear the role US Sailing plays in the sport, what their fundraising structure looks like, how we can keep sailing fun for all, the most rewarding aspects of sailing, and how the Olympics unites us as a country. Learn more at USSailing.org and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/december-2022/#70

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Kimball Livingston to chat improving youth sailing and diversity in sailing. Kimball has been covering sailing in the Bay Area since the 1970s - including writing for Latitude 38 - and is the Staff Commodore for Youth Sailing at St. Francis Yacht Club. Hear how we can get more kids into sailing, how to increase the diversity in the sport, how Kimball fell in love with sailing and journalism, how the US can improve its track record in international sailing competitions, and the fascinating history of the Cal 40. Learn more at BayAreaYouthSailing.org and StFYC.com

This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Henry Vare to chat all things wingfoiling aka winging. Henry is a 15-year-old wingfoiler who first picked up the sport 4 years ago. Hear the history of wingfoiling, how it compares to sailing, how winging works, a typical day for Henry, and the races he’s most proud of. Learn more about Henry on Instagram @HNVare

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Emily Zugnoni to chat going from sailing passenger to sailing instructor. Emily is the Program Director at Alameda Community Sailing Center (ACSC), winner of the 2023 Outstanding Community Sailing Program award from US Sailing. Hear the differences in teaching kids and adults how to sail, what makes sailing so fun, the perks of having a sailing mentor, the most fun races she’s competed in, and the time she had to cut her hair sailing. Learn more at SailAlameda.org and on Instagram and Facebook @SailAlameda

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Rodney Daniel to chat his endless stories from the biggest and most competitive races on the water. Rodney is a professional sailor and pitman who has forgotten more than most will know about grand prix yacht racing, America's Cup, Volvo, Maxi 72, TP52, and more. Hear how to train for a big race as a team, the most dangerous boats he’s raced on, what a pitman does during the race, how to break into the grand prix circuit, and why sailing brings out the joy in people. Learn more at Latitude38.com

This week's host, Moe Roddy, is joined by Latitude 38 Publisher and Summer Sailstice creator John Arndt. Summer Sailstice is the International Celebration of Sailing, taking place this year on June 22, 2024. Hear how John started Summer Sailstice, how it works, how to participate, his favorite highlights over the years, and where his love for sailing comes from. Sign up for Summer Sailstice at SummerSailstice.com

This week's host, John Arndt, is joined by Robbie Haines to chat his lifetime of success at sea. Robbie is an Olympic Champion who has won 7 world championships on 4 different classes of boats. Hear why confidence is so important in sailing and life, how to become a professional sailor, stories from the Olympics, how to prepare a boat for a race, and the best family vacation he’s ever had. Learn more on Instagram @Pyewacket70 and at https://nshof.org/inductees/haines-jr-robert/

This week's host, Ryan Foland, reads 3 articles from the April 2024 issue of Latitude 38 Sailing Magazine. Hear "Back to Paradise" by Warwick "Commodore" Tompkins and Jr., "Alone and Aground - Don't Give up the Ship" by Noreen May Light, and "The Art of Crew Life” by Yosh Han. Follow along and read the articles at https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2024/#86, https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2024/#68, and https://www.latitude38.com/issues/april-2024/#50