Best Boating Industry Insider Podcasts (2025)

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Tracking Technology Pilot Program Provides Real-Time Insights 25:03

9d ago25:03

25:03

Radian IoT and Northpoint Commercial Finance have begun a pilot program using Radian’s GPS telematics tracking technology to test the delivery of real-time insights into OEM inventory-level management, production trends and delivery timelines. To hear more, Boating Industry Insider host David Gee is joined by Northpoint Vice President of Marine Ope…

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Ep. 6 - Steve and Peggy...How we found San Carlos 42:41

7d ago42:41

42:41

Today, real estate expert Robert DeForge explores the vibrant sailing lifestyle in San Carlos, Mexico, with sailors Peggy and Steve Leonard. Peggy and Steve share their sailing journey and what led them to settle in the tight-knit San Carlos Community. From navigating Mexico’s coasts to embracing the community’s charm, this episode dives into affor…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #54. Racing J/22s 22:23

20d ago22:23

22:23

I had the chance to sail in the uber-competitive SDYC J/22 Beercan Series last night and man, was that fun, and humbling! 20 teams sailed in two flights - silver and gold - we were in silver of course, but had a couple nice finishes and a couple I'd rather not talk about, but I will. Listen!By Scot Tempesta

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Cultivating Beauty: A Look Inside the Pearl Farm at Miramar 44:33

21d ago44:33

44:33

Fueled by passion and perseverance, Enrique Arizmendi, owner of a One-of-a-Kind Oyster Pearl Farm is here to share how something as small as a pearl can significantly impact the community and environment. Welcome to The Expat Experience, where host and real estate expert Robert DeForge sits down with special guest Enrique Arizmendi, owner of a one-…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #53. "We" go offshore! 28:15

1M ago28:15

28:15

Today Scot Tempesta talks to Alex Camet live from onboard the Swan 60 Good Call as they make their way down the coast of Southern California on the Newport to Ensenada Race. Super cool to have a chat from the water. And of course Bigmouth Strikes Again, with his nonsensical rant about The America's Cup. Enough already!…

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San Carlos: The Restaurant Scene 38:11

1M ago38:11

38:11

Join real estate expert Robert DeForge as he delves into the allure of relocating to the scenic coastal town of San Carlos, Mexico, with insights from Alex Mendoza, owner of the beloved Colibri restaurant. Alex shares his remarkable life story, from his arrival in the U.S. via a paid coyote to his journey of self-acceptance, deportation, and eventu…

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Boating Industry with NMMA's Ellen Bradley 29:43

1M ago29:43

29:43

Inflation. Interest rates. Consumer confidence. Boat shows. Advocacy for the recreational boating industry, in Washington, and at the grassroots level. Growing the next generation of boaters. The outlook for the 2025 selling season. Those topics - and more - are all on the agenda as Boating Industry Insider host David Gee is joined by Ellen Bradley…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #52. Tempesta got his ass kicked! 39:46

2M ago39:46

39:46

So for all the nonsense your editor here has spewed about his beater Hobie 33, it finally came time to deliver. And if you know Tempesta, you know that he rarely delivers, and his first race on said Hobie 33 was this past Saturday. We'll let him try to talk his way out of fth in class and 19th overall. This oughta be good!…

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013: George Wyse, Resin and Gelcoat expert, and Hawkeye Rep. 1:02:47

2M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

In this episode, the Pros talk to George Wyse, as he shares his extensive experience in the fiberglass industry, discussing the evolution of materials, common misconceptions, and best practices for gel coating and resin application. He emphasizes the importance of quality control and proper training in achieving successful outcomes in boat manufact…

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Essential Legal Insights for Foreign Buyers in Mexico's Real Estate Market with Luis Alfonso Navarette 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

Welcome to this episode of The Expat Experience, where real estate professional Robert DeForge explores the realities of buying property in Mexico. Today, he welcomes Luis Alfonso Navarette, an independent attorney specializing in real estate law in San Carlos, Mexico. Luis brings invaluable insight into the legal intricacies of property transactio…

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From Strangers to Neighbors: The Heart of San Carlos Living with Tammi Miller 22:57

2M ago22:57

22:57

What if your dream life was just a move away? A vibrant community, stunning landscapes, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere—this is San Carlos, Mexico. In today’s episode of The Expat Experience, real estate professional Robert DeForge sits down with Tammi Miller, fellow agent and owner of VIVE Real Estate, to explore why San Carlos stands out among M…

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Welcome to Paradise: Your Guide to Relocating and Thriving in San Carlos, Mexico 5:13

2M ago5:13

5:13

Join seasoned real estate professional and host, Robert DeForge, as he takes you from dreaming to doing, with practical insights and inspiring stories about life in San Carlos. Whether you’re planning your retirement, seeking a work-from-anywhere haven, or envisioning the perfect vacation escape, this podcast is your go-to resource for making the m…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #51. Tempesta goes electric! 30:22

2M ago30:22

30:22

Today, Tempesta goes on and on about his GD Hobie 33. He tells us that y'all love this sort of thing? It looks pretty good until you realize Danny Devito couldn't stand up inside. What the hell is he thinking? Oh that's right, that's not his strong suit. He also briefly dives into the well-worn US SailGP team with lukewarm and predictable results. …

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012 Manny Sarmiento, Biscayne Boatworks, Silverking Skiffs 1:09:14

2M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

This week on Boats N Pros, Manny Sarmiento shares his journey in the boating industry, discussing his early experiences, the evolution of boat building, and the challenges he faced while establishing Biscayne Boatworks. He reflects on the passion that drives him, the importance of custom designs, and the realities of running a boat manufacturing bu…

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011: John Michael Thompson, Thompson Boatworks 54:56

2M ago54:56

54:56

Summary In this episode, John Michael Thompson shares his journey from a high school graduate with a passion for boats to the owner of Thompson Boatworks. He discusses the evolution of his boat designs, the challenges of learning composite boat building, and the importance of customer relationships. John reflects on the growth of his business, the …

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Secrets of Success with the Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer of the Year 31:51

2M ago31:51

31:51

From kayaks to cruise ships. Roger Moore, aka 007, the dealer principal of Nautical Ventures, the recently-crowned Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer of the Year award winner, says you can buy just about anything that floats from them. And they even sell a few things that can go under the water, instead of on top of it. However, they constantly emphas…

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010: Gel Coat repair pro Logan Sizemore reveals tips for DIY enthusiasts 1:22:10

2M ago1:22:10

1:22:10

Episode Summary In this episode of Boats n Pros, host Nick Ireson interviews gel coat expert Logan Sizemore about his journey into fiberglass repair and the realities of boat maintenance. They discuss gel coat and flake repairs, customer expectations, DIY challenges, and the relationship between repair costs and boat value. The conversation covers …

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #50! All about the Hobie 33 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

In today's episode, Tempesta brings you all up to speed on the progress on his "Beater" Hobie 33. First, he goes way too long explaining the obscure and odd name he chose for the boat. Then he goes on about the yard experience, and all the deets about what it takes to get this thing going. Here at SA, we say hurry the hell up and get on the race co…

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009: Joshua Maxwell, Ocean Engineer, Marina Designer 1:29:46

3M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

In this episode of Boats and Pros, hosts Nick Ireson and Jon Economy sit down with ocean engineer and boat builder Josh Maxwell. They dive into topics like the fishing industry, boat restoration, and the challenges of working with fiberglass. Josh shares insights from restoring boats like the AquaSport 222 and the Hewes, offering lessons learned al…

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Industry Insights from the Miami Boat Show 24:27

3M ago24:27

24:27

100,000 attendees, 1,000 boats and a billion dollars in economic impact. That is the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show and Boating Industry Insider host David Gee interviews some of the biggest names there. Join him along with Brenna Preisser, EVP, President, Brunswick Boat Group, Aine Denari, President, Navico Group and Brunswick Chie…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #49 53:06

3M ago53:06

53:06

Ice King Matty Struble joined us to take a bit of a deep dive into his ridiculously brilliant sailing career! From Moths to Iceboats, Matt does a great job sharing how he does it. Enjoy!By Scot Tempesta

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #48. Paul Bieker! 52:53

4M ago52:53

52:53

Surely one of the more fascinating designers with a great origin story that led him to design in six America's Cups! And that is only part of the story. I 14s, Moths, custom boats, etc. Hope ya dig it!By Scot Tempesta

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008: Stringers n' Such 38:50

4M ago38:50

38:50

We're rolling again after a little break. We talk stringer construction methods and materials, and houseboats. Boats N Pros Podcast Don't forget to join the "Fiberglass and Composites TIps and Tricks" Facebook group! We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email with your questions, comments or suggestions! [email protected] Podcast episode pages…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #47. Tempesta actually buys a boat! 24:53

4M ago24:53

24:53

Yeah, yeah, yeah - we know you've heard it before, but he did get something new (old). You may be surprised, and you might say "What a wanker", but listen up to hear the story. And yes, we know - there is always a story!By Scot Tempesta

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Navigating the Yacht Market: Insights from Brian Fisher of Cape Yachts 48:30

5M ago48:30

48:30

In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Brian Fisher, a seasoned yacht broker at Cape Yachts, to explore the intersection of yacht racing and luxury sales. Brian shares insights from his extensive career, spanning everything from captaining yachts across oceans to guiding clients through the yacht-buying process. We div…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #46. Alex Camet! 51:47

5M ago51:47

51:47

Today, your 'Hostess with the Mostest' welcomes Alex Camet as they talk about the year in review, and what is on the waters ahead. It must be noted that thanks to The Host, this is the worst, most incomplete, inaccurate and quickly thrown together "Year In Review" ever. We spent nearly the whole time talking about the AC, and whatever the hell it w…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #45.Hard core ocean racing. And drinking! 47:49

5M ago47:49

47:49

Quarter million-mile man Brian Hancock joins us for some hilarious (and not-so-hilarious) tales from his previous around-the-world races on Drum with Simon LeBon, the very Russian Fugazi, and More. We also talk about what is happening in the Vendee Globe, happening right now!By Scot Tempesta

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Fort Lauderdale recap and 2025 preview with Adam Quandt 19:11

6M ago19:11

19:11

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show brings in 1,500 boats, several thousand exhibitors, 100,000 attendees and generates over a billion dollars in economic activity. The show can also be a barometer for the greater boating industry, not only with regards to actual sales but also in terms of the talk on the docks. Boating Industry Editor-in-C…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #44. North Sails, Jules Verne, I found my boat! 33:02

6M ago33:02

33:02

Finally, Tempesta drags his sorry, flabby ass to the microphone and sends some hate North Sails' way, Dishes on the failed Jules Verne Trophy, and he finally finds his boat! Maybe now he can stop talking about it...By Scot Tempesta

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #43. I found another boat!. 26:35

6M ago26:35

26:35

I did! I found another Columbia 30-2 for sale! Made an offer. Everything looked good. Until it wasn't. I'm a loser.By Scot Tempesta

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #42. The boat I didn'tget. 33:57

7M ago33:57

33:57

I have been looking for a very specific boat and model to purchase. And I found it! We struck a deal, I was excitedly going through the fun of naming it, and what graphics/paint colors to use, and picking the race schedule, and getting crew together and, and, and... The deal got killed. The owners decided not to sell - boo! So I found a couple othe…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #41. The designer speaks, Scot complains. 37:19

7M ago37:19

37:19

Today Tempesta has a rare podcast that offers some actual insight, but then quickly defaults to his "What can't I complain about" shtick. Bro, it's getting tiresome. Listen anyway.By Scot Tempesta

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Bruce Bateau - 48° North Sailing Magazine 47:17

7M ago47:17

47:17

The Boat Geeks #26 - Bruce Bateau - Small Boat Cruising, Writer "Close to the Water" Recorded 9.8.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival Bruce is a small boat cruiser, and his enthusiasm is contagious. He has cruised Row Bird, his 18-foot open row/sail boat, from the Columbia River to the Broughtons. And much like the title of his stories in …

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Dave Upthegrove - King County Council 15:15

7M ago15:15

15:15

The Boat Geeks #25 - Dave Upthegrove (candidate for WA State Public Lands Commissioner) Recorded 10.10.24 at the NMTA Marina & Boatyard Conference For Dave, running for State Lands Commissioner is the culmination of a life and career focused on environmental and natural resources issues, not a stepping stone to higher office. Recorded on location a…

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Coming Soon! The Expat Experience :San Carlos, Mexico Edition 0:52

7M ago0:52

0:52

Dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, vibrant culture, and a fresh start in paradise? Welcome to The Expat Experience: San Carlos, Mexico Edition, the podcast that takes you through every step of relocating, living, and thriving in Mexico’s coastal paradise, San Carlos. Whether you’re dreaming of starting a new chapter abroad or actively planning your mo…

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How Travelopia is Redefining Luxury Yachting with Franck Bauguil 50:03

7M ago50:03

50:03

In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Franck Bauguil, Vice President of Yacht Ownership and Product Development at Travelopia, to discuss the evolving landscape of yacht ownership and chartering. Franck shares his insights on how Travelopia's brands, including The Moorings, Sunsail, and Leopard Catamarans, are leading…

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Captain Peter Wilcox - Decarb the Inside Passage 24:43

8M ago24:43

24:43

The Boat Geeks #24 - Capt. Peter Wilcox (Inside Passage Decarbonization Project) Recorded 9.7.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival Captain Peter and First Mate Bridget Bayer are living proof you can 100% use renewable diesel on your boat. They have taken their vessel Ama Natura to Alaska every summer for 16 years. And during that entire tim…

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Sailing Anarchy Podcast #40. The America's Cup so far. 27:34

8M ago27:34

27:34

Today Scot Tempesta gives his best ADHD podcast yet! He skips around for 35 minutes, going from topic to topic with no rhyme or reason. Welcome to his nightmare! Listen anyway.By Scot Tempesta

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[Archive] The Business of Depths: Triton Submarines and the Art of Deep-Sea Exploration 56:19

8M ago56:19

56:19

In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Bruce Jones, co-founder of Triton Submarines, to explore the fascinating world of deep-sea exploration. As a pioneer in submersible design and innovation, Bruce discusses Triton’s evolution from early models to cutting-edge vessels capable of reaching full ocean depths. He shares …

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007 Houseboats n' Cruisin'. 14:52

8M ago14:52

14:52

This weeks episode is a short one. We have a couple of special guests and talk about current events and projects. Don't forget to join the "Fiberglass and Composites TIps and Tricks" Facebook group! We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email with your questions, comments or suggestions! [email protected] Podcast episode pages with supplemental…

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Marshall Nicholson on Digital Content Strategies for Marine Businesses 49:41

8M ago49:41

49:41

In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Marshall Nicholson, Senior Digital Content Specialist at The Boat House Group, to explore the intricacies of digital marketing within the marine industry. With over six years of experience in content creation, social media management, and strategic campaign development, Marshall s…

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Sean Kooman - Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding 22:44

8M ago22:44

22:44

The Boat Geeks #23 - Sean Kooman (Lead Boat Building Instructor) Recorded 9.6.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival In 2011, Sean became a wood boat building instructor at the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding. Since 2015 he has been the lead instructor, training hundreds of new boat builders in the art of wood boat building. Recorded …

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A new electric boat company enters the sustainable scene 24:33

8M ago24:33

24:33

For the last four years, Halevai has worked relatively under the radar researching and developing an electric trimaran. As entrepreneur, explorer and Halevai CEO and founder Frank Heidinger details in this latest edition of Boating Industry Insider, the company is now building and selling their first 24-foot boats with a 20mph cruising speed and a …

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Abbey Molyneux - Boat Yard Owner 22:35

8M ago22:35

22:35

The Boat Geeks #22 - Abbey Molyneux (Boat Yard Owner) Recorded 9.7.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival After honing her craft over eight years, learning from one of the top boat builders in the UK, Abbey set out on her own and established her own boat yard outside of Norfolk on the east coast of England. Recorded on location in the Fisheri…

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SA Podcast #39. Austin Sperry 40:30

8M ago40:30

40:30

Today Star Maser Austin Sperry joined us. Fresh off his Star World Championship with John Kostecki, Austin shares what it's like to sail with JK, the dynamic onboard, the prep involved, and getting the W! Austin is a cool dude and I hope you enjoy it!By Scot Tempesta

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006 Foam and Dirty Molds 49:20

8M ago49:20

49:20

In this episode we discuss the usage of 2 part foam, and how to make a one time use "dirty molds" Join us Don't forget to join the "Fiberglass and Composites TIps and Tricks" Facebook group! We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email with your questions, comments or suggestions! [email protected] Podcast episode pages with supplemental informa…

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Navigating the Northeast: Inside Yacht Brokerage with Erik Ekberg 39:46

8M ago39:46

39:46

In this episode of the Business of Boating podcast, we sit down with Erik Ekberg, a passionate sailor and yacht broker at Lyman-Morse. Erik shares his journey from competitive sailing to navigating high-end yacht sales, revealing key insights into what makes Lyman-Morse a standout in the custom and semi-custom yacht market. From client expectations…

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Sam Devlin - Devlin Boat Company 23:52

8M ago23:52

23:52

The Boat Geeks #21 - Sam Devlin (Devlin Boat Company) Recorded 9.8.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival After attending 46 years in a row, Sam Devlin and his Devlin-designed and built boats are a time honored tradition at North America's largest gathering of wood boat enthusiasts. Recorded on location in the Fisheries Supply "Live at the Wo…

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Obioma Oji - BlueTree Boat Builders 30:05

8M ago30:05

30:05

The Boat Geeks #20 - Obioma Oji (BlueTree Boat Builders) Recorded 9.8.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival As part of the European Women in Boat Building contingent that came over for the festival, "Obi" brought her expertise in pioneering sustainable wooden boat building in the UK with her new company, BlueTree Boat Builders. Recorded on l…

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Jesse Wiegel Returns - Northwest Maritime Center 21:59

8M ago21:59

21:59

The Boat Geeks #19 - Jesse Wiegel (R2AK, Seventy 48, and WA360 Race Boss) Recorded 9.6.24 at the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival Jesse stops by the tent to announce the "all new" WA360, brought back by the Northwest Maritime Center for 2025. Recorded on location in the Fisheries Supply "Live at the Wooden Boat Festival Stage" during the 2024 Por…

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