Above Deck

In this crossover episode, Sarah and Kelli join hosts Bits and Nancy from Compliments to the Chef to discuss Season 4 episode 9 of The Traitors. Topics include: thoughts on the season, a recruitment, Eric as a sacrificial lamb, Besties for the Resties, what’s lacking this season, Bluestone Manor, the banishment, a murder, Mark’s fashion, the Jack in the box challenge and Sarah’s fever dream. Will...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 3 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Schwasted Heather, Captain Dreamboat’s disappointment in Alesia, the suggestion box, Meredith’s mood on the last day, the biggest tip, Canouan nightlife, Eddy makes a move, emotional hot tub time, musical chairs on the interior, seeing the charter guests at home, Alesia becoming a stew and Ellie’s return. In Hot T...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 2 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: panko-encrusted wahoo, another fighting dinner, Lisa Barlow leaking info to the press, cheesecake, Brittani’s flirting, Mike’s hairspray, underwater footage, anchor issues, Alesia’s mom, Ben’s teaching methods, Betul’s backstory, lunch changes, Angie’s next accident, zombie strippers, Daisy saving Jason and Alesia...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 1 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: our Patreon launch!, crew arrivals, which chef dropped out according to Daisy on So Bad It’s Good, Ben’s breakup, Alesia’s rough start, Joe’s departure, b-roll, water glasses flying, Bronwyn’s outfit, RHOSLC chaos, bar food, a cheesecake disaster and the first night’s dinner. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss OG RHONY,...

Sarah and Kelli discuss the show Heated Rivalry with Stephen Wayne and Jeff Querin of 34 West Productions. Topics include: 34 West Theater, Sarah’s cousin Frank, films Steve and Jeff are working on, winning Emmys, realistic depictions of 2 men falling in love, Ilya’s defense mechanism, consent, the third episode shift, telegraphing moments, Letterkenny, runny smoothies, butterflies, Kip and Scott’...

 Sarah and Kelli were guests on Captain’s Chat with Captain Liam Devlin. Topics include: Byron Bay, Australia, how we started the Above Deck Podcast, Sarah’s marine biology past, how to tag a manta ray, what attracts people to the maritime world, why people watch Below Deck, an insider’s look into the yachting community, favorite crew members, who Capt. Liam has worked with from Below Deck, diffic...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 18 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Joe’s nasty talk, gravy vs. sauce, Josh’s incredible dinner, knobs, is Kizzi’s broken foot karma?, Leah getting to town, a burning eye, Kizzi’s revelation, departures, a Gael and Nathan update and predictions about the next season (how much longer will Aesha be on Below Deck?). During The Traitors recap we discuss John...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 17 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: a Max and Cathy journey, Gael staying in Barcelona, mob wives charter, Joe’s temptation, a bumpy tender ride, bubble troubles, pajama party, spray tan residue, galley horseplay, Annalise’s demands, Kizzi’s toe and the beach picnic. During The Traitors recap we discuss the murder in plain sight, Colton’s push for Tiffan...

 Warning: This episode includes a frank discussion about suicide - please listen with care and reach out to The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (988) if you need help.  Sarah and Kelli talk to Jana Firestone from the Pop Therapy Podcast. Topics include: Favorite Bravo podcasters, BravoCon, her therapy background, what makes Below Deck a unique reality show, her trip to LA, her time with Joe Bradley, i...

In this SUPERSIZED episode Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 16 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Capt. Sandy knows best, Josh’s inner voice, tomatoes on the go, Aesha’s advice, a medieval excursion, Nathan talks to Joe, tubing, Ibiza dinner, Joe’s promise to V, Max’s big talk and a chicken nugget betrayal. During The Traitors recap we discuss Mama Kelce, the secret traitor twist, Michael...

Sarah talks to Cathy Skinner, the stew who came in mid season on Below Deck Med Season 10. Topics include: NYC, taking a fan to WWHL, The Isle of Wight, coming in mid-season, conflict with Chef Josh, her romance with Max, how she dealt with personal grief on the boat, a divide amongst the crew, what she’s watching on TV, blocking people on Instagram and believing in ghosts. Please enjoy this inter...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 15 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: an emotional night, Joe and V’s talk, Nathan working hard to convince Gael to stay, V’s realization, Love Actually, V and Max conflict, breast milk, spicy margs, jet ski difficulties and jamón troubles. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss launching a Patreon, Brianna Duffield’s engagement, Captain Sandy and Leah’s NYE cameo on...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 14 of Below Deck Med. Topics include:  the lighthouse picnic, Aesha’s desire for a plated meal, Max comforting Cathy, Kizzi and Joe’s plan, flamenco dinner, V’s excitement to get back to the boat, pens with 4 colors, V’s birthday dinner, Nathan trying to convince Gael to stay, a flower ceremony and 2025 highlights. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss listener theo...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 13 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: the Poo-petrator, Gael’s arrival, Max and Cathy’s blossoming relationship, Joe and Gael’s talk, Tiger Balm, what happened between Nathan and Gael, 80’s night, poo in the shower, Aesha’s investigation, Joe not checking on V?, Max unhappy with the deck schedule and Cathy’s call from home.    In Hot Tub Convo we discuss a...

Sarah and Kelli interview with Shawn Ireland - a Columbus radio icon! Topics include: her radio days, Good Day Columbus, what she’s up to now, Kelli working as the producer on Shawn and Starkey in the Morning, staying the night in the haunted Buxton Inn, Housewives, Below Deck Med, what Malia is up to now, smoking on Below Deck, Shawn’s pitch for geriatric yacht crew, the future of the franchise,...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 12 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: moving marinas, Max moved off the bow, V recovering off the boat, Sarah tells a summer romance story, Cathy and Max take things to the next level, Kizzi and Joe’s sneaky kiss, Scott surprising Aesha, the flamenco show, Gael’s arrival and a reminder about Joe and Gael’s conflict last season.  In Hot Tub Convo we discuss...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 11 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: the mid-season slump, Nathan missing Gael, Max and Cathy’s talk, hot charter guests, America’s Cup, Joe becoming lead deckhand, Kizzi rushing dinner, V not feeling well, espionage, Max letting another guest drive the tender, a listener comment and who follows who according to @bravo.lytics. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss...

Sarah and Kelli talk to V, the stew turned deckhand from Below Deck Med Season 10. Topics include: her 2nd time on WWHL, biology degrees, how she got into yachting, SCUBA diving, her romance with Joe Bradley, meeting Below Deck cast members, her thoughts on Nathan as a leader, season regrets and the medium who thinks she and Chef Cloyce are a match. An Above Deck interview  is out now! Follow us o...

 Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 10 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Cheeseball driving the tender, Spanish dinner, a big night for the guests, lead deckhand predictions, Cathy and Max, Joe having the “after season talk” with V and Sarah’s bathroom mixups in Spain. We talk to Daisy Kelliher and Marc MacNamara about their new podcast: Yacht Mess! Topics include: BravoCon, Chef Cloyce, m...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 9 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Kizzi’s hot tub behavior, beach club day off, Max shooting his shot with Cathy, Aesha dancing, Joe’s plans with V, rude charter guests, a rough docking, our Roman Empire and Max letting a guest drive the tender. In “Yachties: Where are They Now?” we talk to Chef Cloyce about his BravoCon experience. In Hot Tub Convo we...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 8 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: the conclusion of The Bachelor Charter, Joe’s options, never have I ever, Kizzi feeling jealous of Cathy, Aesha’s commentary, deck team troubles, Max on the girls’ radar and hot tub shenanigans. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss BravoCon, the Med mid-season trailer, Heather Gay and Captain Jason, Fraser dating Matt Rogers, me...

Sarah and Kelli report live from BravoCon 2025! Topics include: favorite panels, photo ops, a surprise proposal, trivia with Chef Cloyce, meeting Bravo influencers, the VIP lounge, BravoCon Live, attending The Bravos, meeting listeners, the Bravo Bazaar, creating content, Dorinda's DJ set and Below Deck panel news. A new episode of Above Deck is out now! Follow us on Instagram: @abovedeckpod  Get...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 7 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Kizzi’s romantic options, Cathy’s arrival, Joe Bradley’s charm, a shared love of organizing, Joe the Bachelor, the Bachelorettes, Nathan eavesdropping, Max feeling left out, Cathy’s split skirt, Leah’s performance, the mosaic workshop and Aesha’s advice for Joe. In Countdown to BravoCon we talk to Sam Nungesser from Dec...

Sarah talks to Chef Josh Bingham from Below Deck Med Season 10. Topics include: his recent move to Australia, music career, clown work, working in Michelin kitchens, the picky vegan charter, being on WWHL, his relationship status, handling criticism, his connection to Kizzi, favorite songs off his new album, inspiration, busking on the street, confidence and getting recognized. Join us in the crew...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 6 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Josh’s walk off, Carlos is Debbie Downer, V on deck, LaDonna on the jet ski, Joe’s romantic options, 40k tip, Kizzi’s breakup and The Tempest. In Countdown to BravoCon we talk to Kaya Wilson of Bravo! We’re Black. Topics include: the VIP Lounge, RHOSLC, M2M, moderators, Baddies, bringing BravoCon to the fans, photo ops,...