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Sailing the Edge of the World: Bert terHart on Adventure, Advocacy, and the Oceans
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Episode Summary:
In this episode of Beachside Banter with Bee, we set sail (metaphorically, but with major wanderlust energy) with Bert terHart—a modern-day explorer, scientist, entrepreneur, and all-around adventurer. Bert has done the kind of things most people only dream about: he solo-sailed around the world non-stop, paddled 7,800 km across Canada from the Pacific to the Atlantic, and has spent over 50,000 miles on blue water adventures. Oh, and he also created software used by healthcare professionals across the globe. Casual.
We talk about what drives him to take on such extreme challenges, how his deep passion for oceanography and science has shaped his life, and how he bridges the gap between academic research and public understanding. Whether you're a traveler, dreamer, science nerd, or just someone in need of a little push to go after the "impossible," this episode is packed with inspiration.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why solo adventure can teach you more about yourself than a thousand textbooks.
- How Bert transitioned from oceanography to entrepreneurship.
- What citizen science is and why you should care.
- The emotional and mental toolkit needed for extreme expeditions.
- How to stay curious, creative, and committed to living a meaningful life.
About Our Guest:
Bert terHart is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, Explorer in Residence for the BC Historical Society, CEO of LeadBrain.ai, and founder of the Canadian Interactive Waterways Initiative. He’s also the author of Sir Salty Goes to Sea and a passionate advocate for environmental responsibility and ocean conservation. With advanced degrees in math, physics, and oceanography, Bert lives at the intersection of science, storytelling, and soul-expanding adventure.
His solo sailing and paddling adventures have earned national and international recognition, and his public speaking engagements inspire audiences of all ages to push past limits and explore boldly.
Timestamps:
00:20: Introducing Bert TerHart
06:03: Which Was Bert’s Favorite Place to Sail Through
06:10: How Amazing Alaska Is
09:30: Northern Lights and How Extraordinary They Are While Sailing
12:13: Does It Get Lonely In Deep Waters?
18:25: How Bert’s Experience in Science and Tech Helped Achieve His Sailing Dreams
26:20: What Makes a Journey Transformative?
29:40: What Has Been the Most Surprising Thing You Learned About Yourself During this Journey?
38:50: Does Being Alone Help with Building Connections?
44:12: Scorpios and Other Signs
45:30: Advice for Solo Travelers
49:10: Where Can Everyone Find Bert
51:23: What Does “Paradise” Mean to You?
Connect with Bert:
· Website: htt
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Chapters
1. Sailing the Edge of the World: Bert terHart on Adventure, Advocacy, and the Oceans (00:00:00)
2. Meeting Bert Terhart: Adventurer & Sailor (00:00:12)
3. Solo Circumnavigation: 28,000 Miles Alone (00:03:33)
4. Alaska's Aleutian Islands: Raw Beauty (00:06:55)
5. Northern Lights and Bioluminescence at Sea (00:13:22)
6. Being Alone vs Being Lonely (00:17:13)
7. The Power of Saying Yes (00:24:38)
8. Finding Paradise in the Process (00:35:33)
9. Episode Closing and Contact Info (00:52:19)
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