Megayacht News Radio
Megayacht News Radio introduces luxury-yacht enthusiasts to the leading shipyards, premier design studios, and even superyacht owners who bring cruising dreams to life. As the official podcast of MegayachtNews.com, we feature real stories of real interest, helping American yacht owners and their representatives make better-informed decisions when it comes to commissioning and using their yachts.
Episodes
85 episodes
Beyond Basic (Boring) Boat Tours: How Oriana Schneps is Changing Yachting
Yacht marketing is undergoing a revolution, and Moby Maritime Media founder Oriana Schneps is leading the charge. Known for viral moments like NBA star Dwight Howard's yacht-to-yacht three-point shot, her agency is redefining how luxury vessels...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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22:25
From Garage to Global: How Three Generations Built Ward’s Marine Electric
Seventy-five years of family business excellence is a milestone worth celebrating, especially in the ever-evolving marine industry. Kristy Hebert, President and CEO of Ward’s Marine Electric, joins us to share the remarkable journey from her gr...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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26:26
From Farm to Yacht: Bobby Genovese's Superyacht Ownership Journey
What if your passion could take you from a farm in Ontario to the master stateroom of some of the world's most luxurious yachts? Join us in an engaging conversation with Bobby Genovese, a prominent owner in yachting, as he shares his unexpected...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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19:54
Shadowcat and Its Shadow Yachts Are Changing the Game
Discover the increasingly popular world of support yachts with us as Jennifer Johnston-Smith from Shadowcat takes center stage, sharing the fascinating journey behind their innovative superyachts like Hodor and Wayfinder. These vessels ar...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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30:49
Sustainable Design: A Conversation with Jim Dixon of Winch Design
What if luxury design could blend seamlessly with sustainability? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Jim Dixon from Winch Design, who takes us through his inspiring journey from crafting furniture to becoming a key player in the world o...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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23:48
Superyachting Amid Canada's East Coast Splendor
Embark on a maritime adventure with Amanda and Adam Langley, the pioneering duo behind Superyacht East Coast, as they chart a course through Canada's East Coast's yachting splendor. Uncover the secrets of navigating serene waters from the balmy...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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22:15
Crafting Elegance on Superyachts: Silverlining Furniture's Fusion of Tradition and Innovation
When tradition waltzes with innovation, the result is the timeless elegance by the team at Silverlining Furniture. This episode peels back the curtain on nearly four decades of passion and precision, where each piece of furniture tells a story ...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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29:21
Chartering: Elite Yacht Vacations With Burgess' Tim Davis
Step aboard the luxurious world of yacht chartering as Tim Davis, the marketing manager at Burgess, unveils the secrets to curating your dream voyage on the high seas. We promise that you'll emerge with a treasure trove of knowledge, from the p...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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26:09
A Voyage of Opulence and Service with Dee Momi of Seven Access
Embark on an enthralling odyssey with Dee Momi, the visionary behind Seven Access, as she recounts her astonishing transformation from a London personal shopper to a superyacht chef on the high seas, and eventually a lifestyle concierge for the...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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18:49
Captain Kelly Gordon and Her Inspiring Yachting Journey
Have you ever wondered how a farm girl from Indiana with a background in chemistry became a sought-after mentor, educator, and speaker in the yachting industry? We're talking about none other than our guest, Captain Kelly Gordon. With no previo...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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36:41
Superyacht Submersibles: Safe Deep-Sea Adventures Await
Prepare to plunge into the captivating world of superyacht submersibles! Whether you're an aquatic aficionado or just a curious enthusiast, this episode promises an immersive journey. We're thrilled to have Charles Kohnen from SEAmagine, Patric...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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40:51
Luxury at Sea: The Art of Creating Unique Yacht Charter Experiences
Prepare to be transported into the world of luxury yacht charters as we enjoy an insightful conversation with Nicole Haboush. As the senior charter broker manager for TJB Super Yachts and the head of its Florida office, Nicole has an extraordin...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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30:34
Journey Through History and Craftsmanship With Burger Boat Company
Prepare to embark on a captivating journey with us, as we sit down with Ron Cleveringa, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Burger Boat Company. Get ready to delve into the awe-inspiring 160-year legacy of Burger, from its beginnings craft...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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21:05
Hot Lab, "Architecture for Voyagers"
Back in 2004, two ambitious young men from Italy created Hot Lab, a yacht-design studio with equally big ambitions. Fast forward to today, and Hot Lab has grown not only to have nearly a dozen people under its roof, but also to have clients and...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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24:33
Berkeley Rand, the Superyacht Experiential Adventure Company
If you’re a longtime listener, you may remember a few years ago we welcomed Andrew Grant Super of Berkeley Rand to the podcast, to talk about what was then a new concept: having “experiential engineers” create
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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26:23
Patrick Knowles: What Superyacht Owners Want
Commitment. In a word, this is exactly what superyacht owners want, in the experience of Patrick Knowles. In fact, as much as every company in the superyacht industry talks about putting owners at the center of what they do, their talk te...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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27:54
Operation Swimway, Experiential Conservation Program for Superyachts
YachtAid Global is best known for its charitable work connecting superyachts to communities in crisis around the globe, helping to deliver much-needed humanitarian aid after natural disasters. The non-profit also is closely aligned with conserv...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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24:09
The Yacht Transparency Index (YETI): Sustainability in Superyachting
Currently in yachting, conversations frequently focus on sustainability and efforts towards lessening yachts’ environmental impact. It’s not a simple task, though. Despite an abundance of general information about emissions, power consumption, ...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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29:30
Science Meets Superyachts: How Private Yachts Are Powering Ocean Research
Since yachting is all about enjoying big, beautiful bays and the world's oceans, the health of those waters is of increasing importance to yacht owners and crewmembers. Scientists and researchers, however, face a big obstacle in learning ...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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29:03
The Superyacht Life Foundation
You've likely seen more than a few headlines and stories from traditional news media chronicling sordid details about superyacht owners’ lives, giving the impression that people who buy these yachts are hoarding their wealth, have no empathy fo...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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31:53
Megayacht News Radio: Daphne D'Offay, Ocean Independence Charter Broker
As a senior charter manager and group director with Ocean Independence. Daphne D’Offay oversees the charter marketing operations for the company’s American-managed fleet. She has keen insight into how first-time yacht-charter guests are d...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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22:56
Megayacht News Radio: Peter Busfield, NZ Marine
As the executive director of the New Zealand Marine Industry Association, Peter Busfield helps promote his country's vast cruising and service offerings to superyacht owners, guests, and crew worldwide. During the pandemic, of course, that beca...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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29:57
Megayacht News Radio: Mark Duncan, Fraser Yachts
It’s no secret that boating and yachting have been booming due to the pandemic, with people from all walks of life realizing that being out on the water, with just your family, is one of the safest and most relaxing ways to spend time. The uppe...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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30:30
Megayacht News Radio: Understanding the Russian Yacht Seizures
News media and social media around the world have covered the ongoing Russian yacht arrests and detentions related to the invasion of Ukraine. However, a number of media reports and social media posts since March have gotten the facts wrong, wh...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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12:15