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Liveaboard Sailing PodcastExploring the Ends of the Earth: Jimmy Cornell on High-Latitude SailingWhat does it take to sail to the most remote and extreme destinations on Earth? Jimmy Cornell, legendary sailor, author, and rally founder, has spent decades exploring the world’s oceans—including multiple voyages to Antarctica and the Northwest Passage. Now, he’s launched the High Latitude Challenge, an ambitious event connecting these two iconic destinations.In this episode, we talk about:✔️ What makes Antarctica and the Arctic so captivating for sailors✔️ The unique challenges of high-latitude cruising✔️ Practical advice for new sailors just getting started Jimmy also shares storie...2025-02-2640 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLiveaboard Lessons: Boat Buying, Refits & Sailing to Alaska⛵ Boat buying, major refits, and a first adventure to Alaska—this episode is packed with insights for new and aspiring cruisers. My guest shares how expert guidance helped them navigate the boat-buying process, how they tackled a refit with support from Pelagic Blue Cruising Services, and what it was like taking off for an offshore shakedown cruise. Dive into: ⛵ What matters when buying a liveaboard sailboat🔧 Lessons from a refit🌊 Taking off straight into a high-latitude adventure📖 The importance of having a GOOD logbook at sea Hosted on A...2025-02-1936 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastThe Future of Cruising: Climate, Insurance & Boat Buying TrendsThe cruising world is changing—weather patterns are shifting, offshore insurance is getting harder to secure, and the boat market isn’t what it used to be. So what does this mean for sailors planning their next adventure?In this episode, offshore sailing expert John Neal shares his insights on the biggest trends affecting cruisers today. With decades of experience and over 400,000 nautical miles under his belt, John has guided thousands of sailors through boat buying, offshore preparation, and long-term cruising.We dive into:✅ How climate change is affecting cruising routes and we...2025-02-1249 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastWhy Wait? Pressing Pause on Careers to Tackle a Refit and Embrace the Cruising LifeWhat happens when you buy a fixer-upper sailboat and dive headfirst into liveaboard life? Kim and Bob Stephens are here to share their story of perseverance, teamwork, and learning on the go.🌊 From refitting their 1985 Stevens 47 to navigating their first cruising season through the Caribbean, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring tales for anyone dreaming of life on the water.🔑 Highlights include:⚓ Buying (and refitting) a project boat.⚓ Lessons learned during their first year of cruising.⚓ Favorite destinations, including Bonaire and the Panama Canal....2025-02-0558 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLiving Afloat in Europe: Sailing the Med, the Azores, and Beyond🌍 From Denmark to the Azores and beyond, Leo and Pernille’s sailing journey is full of adventure, lessons, and stunning destinations. 🐾 With their dog Kai by their side, they’ve explored the Mediterranean, anchored in remote gems, and fallen in love with Ireland's wild coasts.In this episode, they share:✨ Why their sailing life began as a creative housing solution✨ Their favourite European destinations (and the challenges of the Med!)✨ Tips for sailing with a dog✨ Winter survival tips for liveaboards✨ The importance of simplicity aboard a 35-foot boat2025-01-2943 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLearning on the Go - From Florida to Thailand and BeyondWe’re kicking off the new season with an inspiring story from Nate and Megan of Sailing Scout! After starting with minimal sailing experience (just an ASA course and a bareboat charter), they’ve now sailed over 20,000 nautical miles, crossing oceans with their two kids. 🌍⛵🎙️ In this episode, they share:⚓ How they transitioned to boat life🌎 The highlights of cruising the Caribbean, the Pacific, and Southeast Asia👨👩👧👦 The joys and challenges of family life aboard their vintage catamaran✨ This marks the return of the Liveaboard Sailing Podcast after a break, and I couldn’t be more e...2025-01-2248 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastFriendly Flags and French Canals: A Journey Through Europe's WaterwaysIn this week's episode of the Liveaboard Sailing podcast, I sit down with Steve Payne, a liveaboard cruiser and YouTube creator who has been sailing around Europe for the past few years. I start off by asking Steve the age-old question, "why live on a boat?" and delve into his journey from being a professional photographer and filmmaker for decades to becoming a YouTube creator in the sailing world.We also explore the joys of the liveaboard lifestyle, and his experience sailing through the French canals. Additionally, we touch on the Friendly Flag project that Steve...2023-05-1055 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSetting Sail for the Unknown and Embracing AdventureIn this week's episode of the Liveaboard Sailing podcast, we're joined by Kia Koropp, a seasoned sailor who completed an 11-year circumnavigation and ventured to some of the most remote and lesser-known places with her husband and two kids. We're talking places like The Gambia, Sumatra, India, Mozambique...Kia shares with us her fascinating insights and experiences on what it's like to sail to places that are not even on the radar for most sailors.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 SV Atea blog📸 Atea Untethered on Instagram🟡 Let...2023-05-0338 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastSolo Sailing Adventures: From the Mediterranean to the PacificIn this episode I interview a solo sailor Tomas Fehrling, who has been sailing solo for years in the Mediterranean and is currently crossing the Pacific. We discuss the challenges and rewards of solo sailing, including sailing at night and managing risk factors. Tomas also shares his reasons for sailing solo and provides valuable tips for aspiring solo sailors.If you're interested in solo sailing or simply want to hear about the experiences of a seasoned sailor, this episode is for you. Join me as I delve into the world and philosophy of solo sailing.2023-04-2642 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastSailing for a Climate-Safe Future: The Novara One Planet ProjectWelcome to today's episode of the podcast, where I'm thrilled to introduce my guests Nigel and Veronica and their exciting new project, called the Novara One Planet.In this episode, we'll be discussing their journey to support at-risk coastal communities to become climate-safe, using their sailing vessel Novara as the main platform. Nigel and Veronica have just embarked on a years-long journey from the UK to New Zealand, sailing through some of the world's most remote coastlines, including Greenland, the Canadian Arctic, and the South Pacific Islands. They are two professionals who have taken their careers...2023-04-1237 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastExploring America's Waterways: Insider Tips and Tricks on the Great LoopWelcome to this week's episode of the podcast, where we're taking a trip to the United States and exploring the Eastern coast in a big loop. Joining me today is Deb Reimer, who, along with her husband, embarked on a one-year, 6,000-mile journey around the Great Loop after 20 years of coastal cruising in the Great Lakes. The Great Loop is a continuous waterway that includes the Atlantic, Gulf Intracoastal Waterways, the Great Lakes, Canadian Heritage Canals, and the inland rivers of America's heartland. In this episode, we'll be discussing Deb's amazing journey and...2023-04-0538 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastReal thoughts about cruising after one yearThis week we’re doing things a little differently, the main difference being that you won’t hear me in this episode! I asked previous guests, Jack and Sonya, from Two the Horizon to send us a bit of a real-life update as they approach their one-year anniversary of being on the move. In their first year of cruising, they left California, went up to Canada and then south to Mexico on their Passport 42. In the first episode I did with Sonya and Jack you learned that they had lived aboard in the San Francisco Bay area...2023-03-2245 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSailing in Scotland and the North Atlantic IslandsToday John Neal and I are talking about sailing in Scotland, the Scottish islands, Faroes and Iceland. We discuss the appeal of these destinations, what the sailing conditions are like, and what are some must-haves for sailing in this region. We also briefly review what's the latest on the boat market in terms of cost of boats, and as usual he shares some great resources to check out. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Mahina.com website🎧 My previous podcast episode with John on boat selection🎥 ASA educational series (March 28, June 13 and August 15...2023-03-1537 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastOcean sailing stories, advice and practical education for aspiring sailorsToday I am chatting with Ryan and Sophie, who are making their second appearance on the podcast! A lot has happened since I chatted to Ryan and Sophie last, so we do a bit of a catch-up and talk about preparing for and enduring a big storm in Bermuda, Ryan’s solo Atlantic crossing, their new online course for aspiring sailors, getting a puppy, and more - like I said, a lot has happened! Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sailing the World online course created by Ryan and Sophie 📸 Ryan and Sophi...2023-03-0844 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSailing in the Caribbean: Letting go of plans, expectations and schedulesThis week I’ll take you to the Caribbean, with my guests Ben and Kitra, who talk to me about their first couple of years of cruising. This episode has some great tips for anyone thinking about buying a boat in the Caribbean, as that is what Kitra and Ben did – and it wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. We also talk about jumping into the lifestyle without excessive preparation or expectations. I really enjoyed hearing about their attitude and approach, and how that has served them well, and I hope you enjoy this episode. Links mentioned in thi...2023-03-0146 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSailing: The ultimate retirement projectToday we are talking about chasing the travel dream after retirement. My guest is Deb Akey who learned to sail in her 50s and together with her husband bought a sailboat and went cruising for 5 years. We cover topics like challenges managing a rental apartment from afar, going from lake sailors to ocean sailors and some realizations and learnings she had about offshore sailing on a two-person crew. Deb also shares some great advice for anyone considering this lifestyle, especially for those thinking of leaving after retirement.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Deb's blog: The Retir...2023-02-2240 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSuccessful start to cruising through practical preparationThis week I’m chatting with a delightful couple, Julie and Gio Cappelli from SV Sea Fox who are full of incredibly useful tips. I talked to them shortly after they had arrived to Mexico about their journey to liveaboard sailing. In this episode we tackle all sort of topics like how they went from wanting an engineless boat with no plumbing to owning a beautiful Swedish built sailboat, and how they really dove into being super well prepared for this lifestyle change.⭐️ This episode is brought to you by Mahina Offshore Services. Learn about offshore sail t...2023-02-1559 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastState of the sailboat market and updates from the South PacificToday we have John Neal from Mahina Offshore Services back on the podcast, and we talk about a number of things within the sailing industry, which seems to be constantly changing. John recently visited the South Pacific and discovered a few interesting things about that market, we talk about challenges with offshore insurance and some potential solutions to that, John shares his take-aways from this year’s Annapolis boatshow and of course we talk about the state of the used sailboat market for anyone who’s looking to buy a boat. This episode is again jam packed of tips and...2022-12-2154 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastGoing from a scheduled life to an unknown adventureIn today’s episode we talk about the highs and lows of sailing, and of life in general. My guests are Dev and Spandana from a Youtube channel called For Sun and Stars, and they tell me how they went from planning a two year backpacking trip to owning a sailboat. We also dive into insurance as new boat owners and what it’s like to leave successful careers behind to pursue an unknown adventure. As Dev and Spandana settled in for their cruising life in the Bahamas, they were dealt another change of plans in the shape of a se...2022-11-3052 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastHow to survive a multi-year refitThis week we are going all in on boat projects! 🛠 My guests are Chris and Kelly from Youtube channel Sailing Adrift and they have just recently completed a multi-year refit of their sailboat from the early 1970s. In fact, at the time of recording, they were just one week away from splashing and it was really great to chat with Chris and Kelly at this point in their journey. They had been working really, really hard, completely rebuilding the boat – and they filmed the whole thing for Youtube – and they actually didn’t have any sailing experience, so all this work...2022-11-2339 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastCultivating adventure by crewing on sailboats and superyachtsThis week we are talking about crewing on sailboats and super yachts ⛵️🛥 My guest is author Regina Meyer, whose book Change of Course is a tale of international adventures, sailing across oceans and a bit of a memoir of Regina’s time spent living in Antigua. In this interview I ask Regina about tips for anyone interested in being crew on other people’s boats, how to avoid nasty surprises when choosing a boat to crew on, and Regina also reflects on the two sides of Antigua she experienced: living in a rural village with no electricity, and working on a $50mil...2022-11-1641 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastFamily of six pursuing a life less ordinaryThis week we are diving into family cruising as I chat with Kris from Sailing With Six. Kris and his wife Shona are pursuing a life less ordinary with their four kids, while sailing the world. We talk about how they collectively learned to sail, and what it was like buying a boat in Mexico - and spoiler alert, it was not as easy as you might think! Kris also has some reassuring words for anyone thinking about sailing with kids. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sailing With Six website📸 Sailing With Six on Instag...2022-11-0947 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSolo circumnavigation - and first for a transgender personThis week we are talking about big, ambitious goals. My guest is McKayla Bower, who’s preparing for a circumnavigation and she talks us through how she got to have this goal of circumnavigating, and not just that but doing it solo. In addition to this, there is a little something extra: McKayla plans to be the first transgender person to circumnavigate. We talk about what this means, and how she is preparing for this upcoming adventure.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 whoismckaylabower.com 📸 SV Swirl Instagram🎥 Sailing SV Swirl on Youtube 2022-11-0249 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastBuying a brand new boat as new sailorsToday we are talking about a new topic that we haven’t talked about yet, and that’s buying a brand new boat. My guests are Aron and Janet who decided to upgrade their existing Jeanneau to a brand new one. We talk about what the process for purchasing a new boat is like, what kinds of things the prospective owners can have input on, when does money exchange hands and more.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Aron and Janet Sailing on Instagram🎥 Aron and Janet on Youtube 🟡 Let's be...2022-10-1944 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSailing to Alaska: icebergs and hot springsSailing to Alaska sounds cold, exciting, scary and magical - in this episode we find out what it really is like to sail to Alaska! My guests are Sharon and Mark from Sailing Nyad, who sailed to Alaska with their young kids, two dogs and cat. This was Mark's second trip to Alaska and this episode is full of tips and advice on how to prepare for a trip like this. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Sailing Nyad on Facebook🟡 Let's be social!Come check out extra content on Patreon!2022-10-1252 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastChasing travel dreams across the oceans: Two years from an idea to realityWe will start this season with an inspirational story of a couple who wanted to explore the world, and who went out and did just that. My guests are Warren and Erica behind the Youtube channel WE Sail. They walk us through their story of how they went from having margaritas on a beach in Mexico and getting the idea of sailing in their heads, to owning a sailboat in TWO years. So far, they’ve sailed from the Caribbean to French Polynesia and we talk about the whole boat buying process, the mistakes they made in their first ye...2022-10-0554 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSolo sailing in the CaribbeanThis week we are talking about something we haven’t talked much about yet, which is solo sailing. My guest is Cally Duncan, who also used to be a landlocked Canadian but she is currently sailing the Caribbean by herself on her Ericson 38. We talk about her journey to becoming a solo sailor, what kind of experience she had before this, and generally what has life been like in the first year of her solo sailing journey. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Follow Cally and get her Captain's Log on Patreon📸 She's the Skipper on...2022-07-2054 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastWorking on the sailing dream one bulkhead at a timeThis week’s episode is part cautionary tale and part inspiring story about truly working hard to make the sailing dream happen and not giving up. I’m sure there are many people out there who are planning to buy a boat that requires just a little work but that’s it… and that is what my guest, David Shih thought as well. He planned to be away from his family for maybe 4-6 weeks doing a little bit of repair work on his catamaran’s bulkheads before the family could join him. However, 6 weeks turned into...2022-07-1350 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastCold water sailing through storms, northern lights and icebergsIn this episode we talk about some true sailing adventures in cold water locations like Norway, Iceland, Faroes and Greenland. You’ll also hear about some pretty scary storm experiences and of course we talk about the boat that has kept the crew safe through all this. My guests are Josephine and Connor, who split their time working on super yachts in more tropical locations and sailing their own sailboat, an Island Packet 35. They are an adventurous couple who have made sailing the world’s oceans both their career and their lifestyleLinks menti...2022-07-0645 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastExploring East Coast USA and beyond: Lake Champlain, Maine, ICW and BahamasThis week we are talking all about exploring the American east coast, and you’ll hear about Lake Champlain in Vermont and New York, sailing in Maine, going up and down the ICW and also about what it's like to spend the winter in the Bahamas. My guests are Gwen and Andy from Abroad Reach Travel, who planned extensively and for many years for their cruising life, and last year they became full-time cruisers. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Abroad Reach Travel website📸 Abroad Reach Travel on Instagram🎥 Abroad Reach Trav...2022-06-2945 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLiving the sailing dream: Epic destinations and cruiser misfortunesIn this episode we are going to talk about some of those epic cruising locations that many people dream about; Mexico, Central America and French Polynesia. You will also hear about some of the downsides of cruising, like running aground in El Salvador and having a dinghy stolen right off the boat - and also tips on how to avoid both of these misfortunes!My guests are Sharon and Rico from Gypsea Travellers, who live on their CSY or Caribbean Sailing Yacht sailboat with their two adorable dogs in French Polynesia, doing both boat work and...2022-06-2247 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastSimpler, more fulfilled life through adventures on land and at seaThis episode is quite the tale of how to lead an adventurous life! We are talking a 4 year circumnavigation on a catamaran, van life from Alaska to Argentina and Europe, exploring Mexico on a monohull and enjoying the Caribbean on a trawler. We talk about all this and also what has made this possible, which happens to be expertise in stock trading. My guest is Patrick Schulte, who has been writing the Bumfuzzle blog for the better part of 20 years (!) and he also teaches trading to anyone who’s interested on the Wanderer Financial platform. I was...2022-06-1551 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastHow to get started with bluewater cruising - and turn the dream into an achievementWho doesn't want to head out there on the open ocean, cross oceans and be a real bluewater cruiser? Today's episode tells you just how to get started with that dream. Today I’m chatting with Jeremy Wyatt from World Cruising Club, and we dive into all things bluewater cruising and how to prepare for ocean crossings. World Cruising Club is the organization that manages events like the Atlantic Rally For Cruisers, or the Caribbean 1500. I ask Jeremy about these events, how does World Cruising Club help sailors who participate in these events, and we talk a...2022-06-0841 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastOne year catch up: Liveaboard lifestyle turned into a businessWelcome to the 1 year anniversary episode! 🥳 My sincerest thank you to all of you lovely people listening to the podcast. It has been such a great year and I'm so glad the podcast has also grown a community around it! And a special thanks to anyone who has shared the podcast with a friend or on social media, left a review, supported the show on Patreon or sent me messages. Thank you ❤️ In this episode we visit some old friends, as I chat with Darren and Amanda, who were the very first guests on the...2022-06-0144 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastAccidental liveaboards in VancouverIn this episode I talk with a couple who wasn't planning on living on a boat, didn't quite even realize that was "a thing". Yet they are now on their second boat, living aboard with their two dogs in Vancouver, BC - how is that even possible!In this episode Jaclyn and Mark from Hard Departure explain how they became accidental liveaboards in Vancouver and how they are adjusting to the lifestyle while working remotely from their boat, doing a bit of boat work here and there, and learning the ins and outs of sailing. We...2022-05-2545 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastSailboats: The worst emergency rooms in the world"There is no worse emergency room in the world than a sailboat."A medical emergency at sea is a worst case scenario nobody wants to experience but it's also something everyone should prepare for. Do you know what are some of the most common injuries and accidents that sailors face? Or which first aid kit you should choose for your boat? This week's guest, John Taussig from Maritime Medical Guides answers these questions and more, in this episode where we dive into first aid and emergency preparedness at sea.Maritime Medical Guides is...2022-05-1847 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastElectric sailboat fuelling sustainable living and wanderlustThis week we talk all about liveaboard life at the intersection of sustainability and wanderlust. My guests, George and Sinead from Electric Vagabonds, share their story of transitioning to the liveaboard lifestyle, making the transition to an electric sailboat and off-grid life in England. This couple is chasing the opportunity to travel the world fossil fuel free, and I ask them about their decision to go electric and what their experience has been so far. We also talk about working remotely from a sailboat, surviving winters on a sailboat in the UK and more. 2022-05-1147 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastMake your vocation your vacation - a story of a sailing schoolIf you have been thinking about learning to sail by doing sailing courses, then you don’t want to miss this episode! I’m talking with someone whose business it is to help others embark on their sailing journeys, and I get to ask questions like how can I prepare for a sailing course and what most students find difficult to learn. My guest is Tim Geisler from Nautilus Sailing, who shares his story of how he and his wife were faced with adversity and really needed to rethink their life, and then came up with an id...2022-05-0450 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastA five year adventure through South American riversThis week I’m bringing you a true adventure story and a very unique one at that! ⛵️ You will hear what it’s like to go way off the beaten path to the river systems of South America on a small and ultralight sailboat. My guest is Stephen Ladd, the author of a new book, the 5 year voyage - exploring Latin American coasts and rivers.Stephen and his wife started their voyage in Florida, sailed down the coastal areas of Central America, and then went through the middle of South America all the way down to Buenos A...2022-04-2748 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastHow to enjoy cruising the ICW & Bahamas' pros and consWelcome to the 100,000 downloads milestone episode! 🥳 This week we learn about cruising the Intracoastal waterway, or ICW, the inland waterway that goes from New Jersey to Florida. Specifically, we dive into why it’s not just a means to an end but actually a pretty neat way to see the US east coast. My guests are Lucy and Matt from Boat Life Academy, who have done the ICW total of 9 times! We also talk about their rocky start to the liveaboard life and how they eventually ended up loving the lifestyle so much they went from being...2022-04-2058 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastWorking from a sailboat while cruising the Greek IslandsPicture a sailboat against the backdrop of the gorgeous Greek archipelago and you'll get an idea of how everyday life looks like for Emily and Adam from Two Get Lost ⛵️ They were living in the UK until one day something happened that they took as a sign that it's time to stop dreaming and just go. Adam took his job with him and Emily reinvented herself using her professional background as a teacher, and now this couple leads a very different, fulfilled life while cruising in Greece. We talk about the costs of sailing in the Medi...2022-04-1356 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastThe Pacific off the beaten path + essential broker questions answeredAfter 20+ years with the Canadian Forces, Max and Elizabeth Shaw decided to leave their military careers behind and switch things up a bit - by going cruising, of course. They left British Columbia as a family of four and returned 7 years later as a family of five with endless stories from the South Pacific. Max and Elizabeth talk about the beauty of adventuring off the beaten path in the South Pacific and Alaska, the logistics of crossing the Pacific with a 4-month old baby, and more.Now that they have returned from their Pacific adventure they...2022-04-0656 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastFive year circumnavigation and cruising life in the BahamasWho hasn't dreamt about sailing around the world at some point in time? My guest, Amy Alton from Out Chasing Stars followed that dream and made it a plan, and circumnavigated over 5 years. Amy has also spent a good amount of time in the Bahamas, and we talk about some of the practical aspects of sailing in the Bahamas, like provisioning, Internet and finding shelter. In addition to being a cruiser, Amy is also an author and she writes for sailing magazines as well as a series of romance novels. And where does she get the...2022-03-3054 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastWhat you need to know about insuranceThis week it’s time for a deep dive into all things insurance. This episode will cover a high-level overview of the current insurance market, what exactly do insurance companies require from first time boat owners and how do we make ourselves and our boats more insurable. My guest is John Neal from Mahina Offshore Services, and he reached out to a number of insurance companies in different countries with a list of questions we put together, so the answers are coming straight from the insurance companies. And of course, since John is a boat consultant, we...2022-03-231h 08Liveaboard Sailing PodcastLiveaboard life in California in all its glory and frustrationLiving on a sailboat under the California sun with a comfortable climate and amazing islands to explore nearby sounds phenomenal, and my guests Marissa and Chris from Sailing Avocet admit that the liveaboard life in California is indeed pretty darn nice. However, there are inherent frustrations that come with this lifestyle no matter how nice the setting is, and of course I ask Marissa and Chris to share some of the downsides, too. This episode has great tips for anyone considering the liveaboard life, especially in a marina, and we talk all about practical matters like...2022-03-1652 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastHawaii as a liveaboard destination - a paradise has its challenges!This week we go to Hawaii, to see what the liveaboard life is like in a place that many think as paradise - turns out, living on a sailboat in Hawaii is not as dreamy as you might think! Larissa and Tim from Sailboat Kolea are two adventurous free spirits, who sail the islands of Hawaii with their two ducks, and in this episode they share their experiences with all the ups and downs that comes with living in a paradise (on a sailboat ⛵️)Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Larissa on Instagram 🎥 Sailboat Kolea on...2022-03-0932 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastNo excuse for a boring life: Circumnavigation after retirementHow did a three-year sailing trip turn into a 12-year circumnavigation? David Haigh left on his sailing trip after retiring from his job at a university, and sailed around the world and in some unusual places like the great European rivers, and to St Petersburg in Russia - and by the way there's a cautionary tale attached to this story! David shares great advice about choosing crew onboard and he talks about the importance of understanding that the cruising lifestyle is not just about sailing, it's most importantly about adventure. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🎧 In...2022-03-0241 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLearning the cruising lifestyle as full-time nomadic sailorsWouldn't it be wise and fun to learn the cruising lifestyle before you spend a very large sum of money on your own boat? This is exactly what Sarah Fingarson and Andrew Hosford did. In this interview, they share their approach to the liveaboard life, and what they have learned so far - and what they'll look out for in their own boat. You'll also learn what got this young photographer couple (and their dog!) into pursuing the cruising lifestyle in the first place.Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Sarah on Instagram...2022-02-2349 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastSailing Totem: Boat shopping mistakes to avoid and advice for a happy life onboardAfter well over a decade of sailing, what are the highlights of the cruising life? What is Mexico like as a liveaboard destination? What are some of the common boat shopping mistakes to avoid? I had A LOT of questions for Behan and Jamie from Sailing Totem, and they had all the answers. One of their key messages is that the sailing dream is achievable, and thankfully Behan and Jamie are here to tell you how to get started. And by the way, if you hear some cat meowing and background noise during this episode, it's...2022-02-1644 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastConscious living as liveaboards in AustraliaThis week I’ll take you to Australia, to hear about the liveaboard life on a small catamaran, starting with absolutely no sailing experience and learning on the go. My guests are Kyle and Hayley from Sailing Eden, and you might know them as the brains and creative minds behind the Wholesome Sailors community. We had a lovely chat about what drew this couple to a life on the ocean, what they do for a living and we talk about what it means to live consciously as a liveaboard sailor. Links mentioned in this epi...2022-02-0935 minLiveaboard Sailing Podcast3 Generations chasing offshore sailing dreams and faraway destinationsThree generations, two boats and one dream - now this is a winning combination! This is the approach the crew of Cruising Meraki has taken to the liveaboard life, and their crew consists of two kids, two adults and two older adults, also known as the grandparents. This adventurous group started their adventure from Victoria, BC and is making their way south to warmer waters and new adventures. What is it like to cruise as a family, on one boat or two? Whose idea was this, anyway? Listen to this episode to hear how this dream developed and how...2022-02-0249 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastWhat's new for season 3 (and life)Season #3 is here! Let's kick off this season by looking at what's new for the podcast, and I also share a bit of a life update, too. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 🖥 Liveaboard Sailing Podcast website🎥 Liveaboard Sailing Podcast on Youtube❗️Liveaboard Sailing Podcast on Patreon🟡 Let's be social!Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.🎵 Theme music by: Ikson - Anywhereiksonmusic.com Hosted o...2022-02-0108 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastSeason #2 Wrap Up!This episode is a non-interview episode, where I, Annika, wrap up the highlights and key take-aways from season #2 interviews. And what a great season it has been! ⭐️ Lots of lessons were learned and entertaining stories were heard this season, and it has been my pleasure to share them with you all. My genuine thanks to everyone who has been tuning in this season. The podcast will take a short break over the holidays, but season #3 will resume on January 5th, 2022, with new and exciting guests. If you have enjoyed the season and the podcast so far, plea...2021-12-1516 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastBuying a catamaran in the CaribbeanBoat shopping in the Caribbean sounds like a dream but as today's episode will reveal, it's not exactly straight-forward. My guests, Brioni and Iain from Red Seas, share their wild adventure of hunting for the perfect boat, with plenty of tips and advice. We also talk about how they got involved with Watts on Water and participated in disaster relief after the volcano eruption in St Vincent and the Grenadines. This episode is full of laughter and deep conversations, and it ends with an invitation from Brioni and Iain for YOU to join them in getting...2021-12-0852 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastBuying and refitting a sailboat in MexicoBuying a sailboat far from home is something that many of us may have considered, especially if the goal is to start sailing somewhere different or if there are more sailboats with better price points elsewhere. Today's guests, Patricia and David from Sailing Milagros, are from Switzerland and they went all the way to Mexico to buy their sailboat. They are now in the middle of refitting the boat and getting her ready for sailing adventures. Patricia and David share some of the challenges they faced, and mention a few things to consider when buying a...2021-12-0152 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLiving life to the fullest as liveaboardsThis week I will take you to the Pacific Northwest, to chat with a couple who has tried a few forms of non-conventional living and of course now they live on their sailboat.My guests are Danielle and Ryan from SV Bangarang, a professional couple who share their story of why they want to live their lives to the fullest, with their little 4 year old. We talk about working from a sailboat and what Danielle and Ryan find challenging in this lifestyle. There’s also a story about finding a free sailboat online, so we definitely cover a f...2021-11-2541 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastExpert Interview: Saving lives on the water❗️Expert interview! ❗️Today we dive into the world of search and rescue with Royal Canadian Marine Search And Rescue (RCMSAR), a not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization that operates along the coast of British Columbia and in-land waters. My guest is Simon Pearce, who has volunteered with RCMSAR for 20 years and he happens to be a liveaboard sailor himself. Simon and I talk about common boating mistakes, how to avoid getting into trouble in the first place, and also what to do if you need help.This episode is packed with practical advice about safety on the wate...2021-11-1733 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastLiveaboards in Mexico and sailing the Pacific all the way to AustraliaThis episode is all about sailing in the Pacific and liveaboard life in Mexico ☀️My guests are Sarah and Will Curry, who have a lot of experience in sailing the Pacific Ocean, from the Pacific Northwest to Mexico and the Pacific Islands all the way to Australia. We also talk about what's the process like for selling a boat in Australia and how Sarah and Will ended up becoming liveaboards in Mexico after completing their original goal, crossing the Pacific. Links mentioned in this episode ⬇️ 📸 Hydrovane on Instagram🖥 svkaiquest.com🖥 hydrovane.com2021-11-1044 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastThe risks and rewards of raising a family on a boatWhat is it like to live on a sailboat and raise a family? Not just for a few years, but for over a decade. And not just one or two kids, but five. If you think this set up might result to some interesting stories, you would be right! Today’s guest, Tanya Hackney, has written a book that is full of stories that give a good look at an adventurous life onboard. In this episode we talk about some of those stories and Tanya shares how she and her husband Jay made their sailing dream hap...2021-11-0347 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastHow to take a career break and go on a family sailing adventureWhile many of us dream of setting sail with no end date in mind, it's probably more common (and more realistic!) to plan for a shorter sailing adventure. My guest this week is Julie Height who put her work as a lawyer aside for two years and during that time she, her husband and their two boys explore all that their home country Australia has to offer. Julie and I talk about how they made this happen with busy careers, school, hobbies and a pandemic, and why this family of four wanted a change from normal...2021-10-2733 minLiveaboard Sailing PodcastWhen sailing is a passion, life is an adventureWhen sailing and cruising internationally becomes a serious life goal, it usually requires some adjustments and a lot of learning. Today's guest, Kayleen VanderRee, learned the sailing lifestyle from her parents as a teenager and it is now her goal to sail the world's oceans with her partner, Tyler.Kayleen shares her journey of progressing from one boat to another, and how her current boat, a Tartan 42, matches her adventurous lifestyle, cruising plans and also offers a comfortable home for her partner who had a major accident that required them to upgrade to a bigger boat. ...2021-10-2044 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastLiveaboard entrepreneur life and a boat shopping cautionary tale❗️Attention all boat shoppers! ❗️In this episode I chat with Sonya and Jack from Two the Horizon. In addition to a boat shopping misadventure and cautionary tale, this lovely couple shares their story of becoming liveaboards and business owners in sunny California ☀️We also talk about what it means to be environmentally friendly and do our part to fight climate change 🌿How to follow Two the Horizon ⬇️ 🎥 Two The Horizon on Youtube📸 Two The Horizon on Instagram🖥 Twothehorizon.com 🐱 Fathom the boat cat on Instagram🟡 Let's be social!Come find me a...2021-10-1358 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastLin Pardey: Stories from a true sailing legendAnyone who has researched some sailing literature or been inspired by the phrase 'go simple, go small, go now' will be familiar with my guest in this episode: Lin Pardey. She spent decades exploring the world and circumnavigated twice with her late husband Larry Pardey. In this interview Lin shares some lovely memories from those adventurous years but we also talk about Lin's current sailing plans - after all, nobody said you have to stop sailing when you turn 70! 🎥 The Real Deal Documentary downloadable version on Vimeo or DVD version - Available for pre-order, premiers 14th Oct...2021-10-0649 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastA sailing veterinarian saving animals in Central America and MexicoIf you have ever travelled in a foreign country and wished you could help the stray animals living on the streets - this episode is for you. I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Sheddy, an Australian veterinarian who lives on her sailboat and travels in Central America and Mexico while offering free medical services to animals in need: stray cats and dogs, pets whose owners cannot afford expensive treatments or surgeries, and wildlife in distress. She also collaborates with the local communities and trains people locally, so that they can provide the best possible...2021-09-2941 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastHow to go from zero sailing experience to crossing oceans and travelling the worldHow do you get started with sailing when you don't have a clue how to sail and you're not part of the sailing community? All you know is that it is the right thing to do.... but how? In this interview I ask Ryan and Sophie to take me way back to the beginning of their sailing adventure and we retrace their steps on how they learned to sail and got started with the lifestyle.We also talk about the pros and cons of sailing in the Mediterranean vs the Caribbean, and Ryan and Sophie also...2021-09-2248 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastAdvice and adventures from Antarctica to Svalbard and everywhere in betweenToday's guest, Amanda Swan, has decades of sailing experience and she has a wealth of knowledge about all things sailing. It’s not often that I talk about so many different things in one interview but in this one we cover: things to know about rigging, her sailing experience in both polar regions, and in all the amazing places in between. We also talk about what stands out to her from her experience of sailing around the world onboard Maiden in the Whitbread Round the World Race, and share a lot of good resources for anyone interested in the sa...2021-09-1540 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastWhen a sailing sabbatical turns into a lifestyle - and a businessToday's episode is a story about a family who believed there had to be more to life than jobs, school and 'the usual'. After learning about the sailing lifestyle by pure coincidence, they have since sailed the Caribbean, Europe and the Mediterranean and have turned their sabbatical into a permanent lifestyle. Their journey includes making sacrifices to be able to realize their dream, buying a boat unseen and starting a business that allows them to keep sailing.This is a candid and inspirational episode filled with relatable and actionable advice with Erin Carey from Roam Generation...2021-09-081h 04
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastCrossing oceans as crew and living aboard in GuatemalaAs someone who has embarked on this sailing adventure by herself, Liz Riley has experienced the support and positive power of the sailing community. Before she became a liveaboard sailor, she joined the Ocean Cruising Club and crossed oceans on all different kinds of boats before buying her own sailboat. What a great way to gain some valuable experience!We talk about all this and more (like being rescued at sea and costs of liveaboard life in Guatemala!). ⬇️ Links and resourcesIt's The Truth on InstagramLife of Riley Sailing on Yo...2021-09-0136 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSeason #2 kick off + sneak peek of what's to come Season #2 is here! This is the new season kick-off with some much needed updates on the social media side, and a sneak peek at a few of my upcoming guests. Full-length episodes will start next week and there will be quite a few of them, so get ready for some awesome stories and boatload of advice based on real life experiences.Let's be social! Come find me and fellow listeners on Instagram or Facebook, and let's keep the conversation going. You'll find me there as Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.Theme...2021-08-2504 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastRecap on season #1 + What's nextThat's a wrap! Season #1 is all done and in this episode I summarize some of my key take-aways from the episodes. I also reflect on the success of the podcast which, to be honest, took me by a surprise. And of course, I will also share what's next for Liveaboard Sailing Podcast.I'd love to get your thoughts, questions and ideas about this podcast and season #2, as well. If you want to send me a message, get in touch on Instagram where you can find me as annikarautiola. And another fun thing, you can actually find...2021-07-2814 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastExpert interview: What you need to know about boat surveysYou think you have found your dream boat, but how do you know you're not buying a lemon? You have an expert do a boat survey! As a key part of the boat purchasing process, there's actually quite a bit to know about pre-purchase surveys in particular. In this episode I interview Sarah White from Yacht Associates International based out of Vancouver, Canada. Sarah explains what are the different kinds of boat surveys, how surveyors work with the client and on the boat, what surveyors do (and also what they don't do), and of...2021-07-2136 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastExpert interview: Selecting a good bluewater sailboatIn this episode I bring you something a little different as I interview John Neal from Mahina Offshore Services, and we talk all about what makes a good bluewater sailboat. John has decades and nearly 400,000 nautical miles of experience so he is the perfect person to help me understand how to avoid making boat buying mistakes and how to focus on the right things when looking at sailboats. This chat was incredibly useful and educational, so if you want to learn more about sailboats and what qualities to focus on (and what to avoid!), definitely give this one a...2021-07-1442 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastYoung professionals living on a sailboat in SeattleThis week I chat with Cory and Chris from SV Constellation, a lovely young professional couple who live on their 45 foot Freedom sailboat in Seattle. When deciding on the next step in their lives, they chose a life on water over the traditional land life, which seemed like a natural fit for the experienced sailors. In this episode we talk a lot about finances related to life on a sailboat, from financing and buying a sailboat to liveaboard costs in Seattle, and much more! Follow the PNW sailing adventures on sailingconstellation.com, or find Cory and...2021-07-0741 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastBuilding confidence before grand adventures in Alaska and beyondDo you have a dream of starting with local sailing adventures, building experience and confidence and then heading out to explore the world? This week's guests, Jenny and Mac from Cruising Maya did just that. They started in the Pacific Northwest, living on their 37 foot sailboat year round before starting their grand adventure in April of 2021. This amazing couple is full of advice and we talk all about surviving through winters on a sailboat (with great tips!), sailing with a dog, and about the cruising lifestyle in general and what attracted Jenny and Mac to start sailing in the...2021-06-3048 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastSustainable cruising lifestyle in British ColumbiaHave you ever thought about the liveaboard life as a sustainable lifestyle alternative? This week I chat with Taryn and Logan from Wayward Life Sailing whose desire for travel and a more sustainable, close to nature lifestyle led them to buy a sailboat and move onboard. They were in for quite the adventure that saw them buy three (!) boats in just two years but despite a few hiccups, they are now indeed living their dream. Taryn and Logan are one of my favourite Youtube sailing channels with their realistic, down to earth and inspiring stories. So...2021-06-2336 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastLeaving the comfort zone and making life of travel the realityThis week I chat with Brooke and Gary from SV One Life, who traded the American dream for their dream, meaning they now live on a sailboat and explore the Caribbean! This couple is so inspirational and they really show what can happen when you just decide to go for it. In this interview we talk about how and why they made their sailing dream happen. Brooke and Gary talk about the reality of living the dream life and what kind of challenges they've faced, and what they would do differently. We also discuss what it costs t...2021-06-1648 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastGetting ready for long-distance cruising while growing a Youtube channelIn this episode I talk with a lovely sailing couple, Alie and Ben from Breaking Waves Sailing. They are currently cruising in British Columbia and are preparing to sail south to Mexico - once they've spent a winter onboard. We talk about how exactly they are preparing to do all this, as well as sailing with a dog and working from a sailboat.Alie and Ben also talk about what's it like to have and grow a Youtube sailing channel, and they share some absolutely hilarious stories about some mishaps they've faced as boat owners.2021-06-0947 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastWorking full time from a sailboat while travelling the worldHave you ever dreamed of working from a sailboat while exploring the world? Today's guests, Roxy and Phil from SV Sonder are doing just that. In this interview they give practical advice to anyone hoping to work from a sailboat and they also talk about some of the challenges they faced with banks and insurance companies when looking for sailboat financing and insurance.This episode is a must-listen to anyone who's hoping to work while sailing. Roxy and Phil are so helpful, full of advice and just a delightful inspiration!Here's what you can...2021-06-0256 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastThe reality of liveaboard sailing: Epic adventures and sleepless nightsMy first guests are Darren and Amanda from SV Panda and oh boy do they have a story to tell! Their journey has taken them from Florida and the Caribbean to the UK, and one could say they took the scenic route as they crossed the Atlantic via Greenland. They've done all this in two years - did I mention they started with zero sailing experience? Not only do Amanda and Darren share the details of their adventure but we talk about what the liveaboard sailing is actually like, both the good and the bad. They al...2021-06-0247 min
Liveaboard Sailing PodcastLiveaboard Sailing Podcast TrailerHi there, and welcome to the Liveaboard Sailing Podcast! It's your host Annika here.I’m hosting this podcast because I want to learn everything that I possibly can about the sailing lifestyle, specifically about becoming a liveaboard cruiser. I do this by talking to liveaboard sailors as well as industry experts, and find out all the essentials about boat shopping and selection, the costs of full time sailing, and exactly how people made their dream a reality. Join me and you will get real-life advice, practical tips and maybe you’ll even...2021-05-2602 min
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Tätä selvittelemme jaksossa, jossa käsittelemme lentämisen päästöjä Suomen Ympäristökeskuksen ilmastotutkijan Ari Nissisen kanssa. Suomalaisten lennoista yli 70% on lomalentoja, työlentoja on vain vajaat 30%. Ari on ollut mukana tuottamassa SYKE'n lentämisen päästöjä koskevaa raporttia, jossa selkeästi kerrotaan erilaisista vaikutuksista, mitä lentäminen aiheuttaa. Lentämisestä toistellaan, että se kattaisi vain 2 % maailman päästöistä. Tämä sisältää kuitenkin vain pelkät hiilidioksidipäästöt, eikä kaikkia päästövaikutuksia, mitä lentäminen aiheuttaa...2020-06-1851 minVastuullisuusPodcastMarkku Viitasalo - Meret ja niiden hyvinvointiMerten tilanne on huonontunut paitsi meillä täällä Suomessa Itämeren osalta, ihan kokonaisuudessaan maailmalla.Esimerkiksi Australian Suuri Valliriutta on ennenäkemättömän valkoinen ja haalistunut. Mutta mitä väliä sillä oikeastaan on että koralliriutat vaalenee? Eikö lämpimässä meressä vain ole mukavampi vaikka uidakin lomilla ja kesäisin? 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Lisäksi Niina kertoo meille enemmän siitä, mitä Amnesty tekee ilmastokriisin estämiseksi ja miten he varmistavat, ettei ihmisoikeuksia poljeta samalla kun pelastetaan ympäristöä ilmastokriisiltä. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-05-2232 minVastuullisuusPodcastPresidentti Tarja Halonen - Ilmastokriisi on ihmisoikeuskysymys“Me emme selviä tästä, ellemme saa yhteiskunnan kaikkia sektoreita mukaan.”, toteaa presidentti Tarja Halonen ilmastokriisistä VastuullisuusPodcastin yhdeksännessä jaksossa.Jaksossa presidentti Tarja Halonen toivottaa tervetulleeksi niin yksilöt, päättäjät, yritykset, tutkijat ja yhteiskunnan kaikki toimijat ratkaisemaan ilmastokriisiä yhdessä, ja toteaa kriisin vaikutusten olevan suurin niihin, jotka ovat jo valmiiksi heikoimmassa asemassa. “Kyllä ne on ne ryhmät, jotka ovat tottuneet elämään kaikista lähimpänä luontoa - alkuperäiskansat, jos ajattelemme Brasilian sademetsiä, tai arktisen alueen ihmisiä, jotka ovat vuosituhansia eläneet luonnon kanssa yhdessä. Sitten tietysti globaalisti, kyllä ne ovat niitä, jotka muutenkin ovat kaiki...2020-05-2228 minVastuullisuusPodcastAntero Vartia- Kompensointi ja päästösynnitKompensointia pidetään anekauppana ja viherpesuna. Ostetaanko sillä vain hyvä omatunto, jonka jälkeen voi jatkaa samaa mallia? Riittääkö oman elämän kompensoinniksi se, jos omistaa metsää? Miten kompensointi oikeastaan edes toimii?Kanssamme aiheesta on keskustelemassa voittoa tuottamattoman säätiön, Compensaten toimitusjohtaja ja perustaja Antero Vartia, joka on tunnettu myös muun muassa entisenä vihreiden poliitikkona ja Helsingin Löylyn rakennuttajana.Compensate joutui myös äskettäin poliisihallituksen hampaisiin. Mistä oikein oli kyse, ja onko Compensate toiminut lainopillisesti oikein? Entä miksi kompensointia ei voida tehdä vain valtion tasolla ja yksilötasolla vapaaehtoisesti...2020-05-1357 minVastuullisuusPodcastMari Pantsar - Kiertotalous on uusi must(a)"Meillä ei oikeastaan ole muita vaihtoehtoja kuin siirtyä kiertotalouteen, jos haluamme pitää tämän maapallon tulevaisuudessakin asuttuna." Näin kertoo meille VastuullisuusPodcastin seitsemännessä jaksossa Sitran Mari Pantsar, joka paitsi johtaa Hiilineutraali kiertotalous -teemaa, on myös tehnyt pitkän ja ansioituneen uran erilaisissa cleantech-yrityksissä. Mutta mitä kiertotalous on, ja miten se toimii? Onko meillä jo yrityksiä, jotka jo toimivat kiertotalouden parissa, ja voisiko niistä ottaa oppia? Onko hiilineutralius edes realistista? MIllä tavalla kiertotalous näkyy tavallisen kuluttajan elämässä? Tulevaisuudessa ainakin erilaiset palvelut sekä vuokraaminen omistamisen vaihtoehtona ovat jo näköpiirissä, ja joillekin jo nykyään arkipäivää. 2020-05-0742 minVastuullisuusPodcastElina Hiltunen - Tulevaisuuskestävät yrityksetMaailma muuttuu nopeasti ja se vaatii nopeaa muutostahtia myös yrityksiltä. Vastuullisuuspodcastin kuudennessa jaksossa mukana keskustelemassa on kauppatieteiden tohtori, tulevaisuustutkija, kansainvälisestikin tunnettu puhuja ja tietokirjailija Elina Hiltunen, jonka kanssa juttelemme siitä, miten yritys voi ennustaa tulevaisuuttaan ja sopeutua muuttuvaan tilanteeseen. Mitä oikeastaan edes on vastuullisuus yrityskontekstissa? Tai miten vastuulliseksi yritykseksi tullaan? Entä minkälainen on vaikkapa matkailualan tulevaisuus? Kiinnostaako? Kuuntele Vastuullisuuspodcastin jakso nr. 6 - Tulevaisuuskestävät yritykset.Tässä jaksossa puhumme muun muassa näistä aiheista: 1:57 Mitä tulevaisuustutkija tekee11:45 Tuleeko koronan kaltaisista poikkeusoloista meidän uutta normaalia? 14:40 Millaiset asiat ilmastokri...2020-04-211h 02VastuullisuusPodcastAnna Rotkirch - Ovatko lapset ilmastorikos?Lapset ja lasten hankkiminen ovat saaneet ilmastonmuutoksen tiimoilta todella huonon kaiun. Vastuullisuuspodcastin viidennessä jaksossa vieraana on Väestöliiton tutkimusprofessori Anna Rotkirch, joka on tutkinut tohtoriksi asti perheellistymistä ja lapsia, sekä väestökehitystä. Ovatko lapset aikamme pahin ilmastorikos? Voiko lapsettomana huoletta lennellä menemään, koska säästää maapalloa lapsettomuudellaan niin paljon? Minkälaiset näkymät perheellistymiselle ylipäänsä on post-korona ja ilmastokriisin keskellä elettävässä maailmassa? Vastuullisuuspodcastin viidennessä jaksossa haemme vastauksia muun muassa näihin kysymyksiin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-2151 minVastuullisuusPodcastJulia Thurén - Vastuullinen sijoittaminenJulia Thurén on rahan ja sijoittamisen tiimoilta julkisuuteen pompannut helsinkiläinen bloggaaja, toimittaja, tietokirjailija, podcastaaja, kolumnisti ja kahden lapsen vanhempi. Vastuullisuuspodcast nr. 4 :ssä juttelemme Julian kanssa vastuullisesta sijoittamisesta. Julia puhuu Juliaihminen-blogissaan ja Kaikki rahasta -kirjassaan avoimesti rahasta, joka ei suomalaiselle ole vieläkään kovinkaan yleistä. Sijoitustoimintaansa Julia haluaa ohjata aina vastuullisempaan suuntaan, mutta koska vaurastuminen sijoittamalla pohjaa jatkuvan kasvun ja jatkuvan kulutuksen voimaan, voiko se koskaan oikeastaan olla todella vastuullista? Julian kanssa käsittelemme seuraavia aiheita, ja paljon muuta:1:15 Mikä on Julian suhtautuminen ilmastokriisiin?3:19 Miksi meidän tulisi sijoittaa ilmaston nimissä?2020-04-201h 02VastuullisuusPodcastTerhi-Anna Wilska - Kulutustottumukset ja niiden muuttamisen vaikeusMiksi omia tottumuksia on niin vaikea muuttaa, vaikka tietää ne haitalliseksi? Miksi emme voi luopua lentämisestä, halpamuodista tai vähentää lihansyöntiä vaikka tiedämme ne haitalliseksi ilmastolle? Vastuullisuuspodcastin jakso nr. 3 käsittelee ihmismieltä ja identiteettiä, joka nykyään muodostuu pitkälti kuluttamisen tai kuluttamatta jättämisen kautta. Millaisia asioita meidän pitäisi tehdä ollaksemme vastuullisia kuluttajia, vai onko sellaista käsitettä edes olemassa? Terhi-Anna Wilska on sosiologian tohtori ja työskentelee tällä hetkellä professorina Jyväskylän yliopistossa. Hänen tutkimusaiheisiinsa kuuluvat muun muassa lifestyle, kulutuskäyttäytyminen, digitalisaatio, nuorten ja lasten kulutus sekä identiteetti ja kul...2020-04-201h 08VastuullisuusPodcastJanne Hukkinen -Koronanjälkeinen maailma ja ilmastokriisiKorona vaikuttaa koko maailmaan väistämättä, monella tapaa. Se voi kuitenkin opettaa meille myös paljon siitä, miten hoidamme toista, nurkan takana olevaa isompaa ongelmaa - ilmastokriisiä. Helsingin yliopiston ympäristöpolitiikan professori ja Berkleystä tohtoroinut Janne Hukkinen keskustelee kanssamme siitä, mitkä ovat koronan opetukset ja mahdolliset sudenkuopat ilmastokriisin osalta. Millä mallilla maailma makaa ilmastokriisin osalta koronan jälkeen? Säilyykö demokratia tulevaisuudessa, vai annetaanko päätöksenteko pois kansalta? Millä tavalla rahavirtoja pitäisi ohjata? Kuuntele Vastuullisuuspodcast nr. 3 ymmärtääksesi koronanjälkeistä maailmaa paremmin.Tässä jaksossa puhumme muun muassa näistä aiheista: 2:32 Mikä on...2020-04-2049 minVastuullisuusPodcastMikko Dufva - MegatrenditVastuullisuuspodcastin avausjaksossa kanssamme pohjustamassa ja luomassa raamit tuleville jaksoille on Mikko Dufva, Sitran johtava asiantuntija ja mies Megatrendit 2020-raportin takana. Raportissa on listattu 2020-vuosikymmenen megatrendit, jotka tulevat vaikuttamaan meihin kaikkiin. Mikko on paitsi tekniikan tohtori, myös tulevaisuusasiantuntija, ja kansainvälisilläkin areenoilla tuttu puhuja. Onko tulevaisuus pelkkää mustaa, vai vieläkö tulevaisuutta kannattaa katsoa toivokkaiden lasien läpi? Pelastaako teknologia meidät dystopialta, voisiko tulevaisuus olla sittenkin upeaa utopiaa? Vastuullisuuspodcastin ensimmäisessä jaksossa Mikko maalaa meille kuvan tulevaisuudesta, ja vertailemme hiilijalanjälkiämme. Kenellä on vielä varaa parantaa?Keskustelemme muun muassa näistä aiheista: 2020-04-161h 09