Burgess Yacht Crew

Today we have a special episode to mark World Oceans Day. The theme this year is about working together for change:  Catalysing Action for Our Ocean and Climate through transformative collaboration. With this theme in mind, Georgina Menheneott is joined by the wonderful Hannah Russell, ex crew member and founder of sustainable and eco-friendly product supplier, Viveco Yachts. Together, they look a...

This week we have been running one of our crew awareness weeks, this time our focus being on anger management. Anger is an emotion that can affect us all at some points in our lives and is perfectly normal, but when it is expressed in a harmful or aggressive way, it can become problematic, especially when working in a close environment. It's important that we understand the reasons for our ang...

As regular listeners will know, on this podcast we do our best to keep conversations about diversity and equality at the forefront, which is why we are so pleased to welcome our guest today, who in our opinion has been a real trailblazer in this area. We are of course, talking about the one and only Rhea Rouw, founder of Yachting International Radio. Rhea has fearlessly tackled tough conversations...

Today, we're thrilled to welcome Danella Hopkins for our first episode of a new series all about the newly released Environmental Crew Guidelines. A project Danella has been instrumental in developing. Created through a partnership between the Water Revolution Foundation and MB92, these guidelines serve as a comprehensive resource, comprising of 24 sections aimed at empowering crew members to...

Happy International Women's Day! To celebrate, we have the privilege of hosting Cherise Reedman, the founder of 'Yacht Pearls of Wisdom.' Together, we delve into the remarkable initiatives undertaken by Pearls, their vibrant community, and their unwavering support for women navigating the challenges at all stages of a career in yachting. We also shine a light on the impactful 'Do I...

For this episode, we're honoured to advance our diversity series with Rebecca Whitlocke, Founder of Antibes Yachting and a prominent yachting writer. Her 2021 article, 'The Truth Economy: Uncovering Diversity In Yachting' , offered a profound exploration of diversity within the industry. Join us as we delve into her motivations, research, findings, and the evolving landscape of the ind...

This month, as part of our annual healthy living week focussed on addictive habits, we had the privilege of sitting down with Andrew Roch: founder of The Crew Academy and The Crew Mess. The Crew Mess is yachting’s primary addiction support and intervention service, and Andrew shares his insights on how addiction can impact the lives of yacht crew. His perspectives provide valuable reflections and...

On today's episode, we're really pleased to welcome Ben Willows from UKSA - a maritime youth charity and a beacon of excellence in training. UKSA's mission is truly inspiring as they not only provide world-class training but also ignite a passion for the sea in children and young people. Today we will discuss UKSA's commitment to equipping the next generation with valuable life ski...

In honour of International Men’s Day, we are thrilled to be joined by qualified counsellor, life coach and voice behind 'Bro Talk' on Yachting International Radio: Gary Napier. Together, we explore the complexities surrounding men's mental well-being and address why opening up can prove challenging. Gary shares his own experiences with counselling and discusses the importance of creati...

In this episode we're casting a spotlight on a topic that resonates deeply with most people: stress.  Our special guest, Zoe Scott, a former yacht crew member turned effortless meditation teacher, shares her invaluable insights. Zoe's journey from the fast-paced world of yachts to the tranquil shores of mindfulness offers a unique perspective when it comes to tackling stress on board. Toge...

On todays episode we're taking a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of social media. To help us, we are thrilled to be joined by Elle Mace, an Intuitive Eating Therapist, and a renowned Nutrition and Diet Specialist. Together, we'll unpack the ways in which social media influences our lives, particularly when it comes to our relationship with body image and authenticity. In a world whe...

For this episode we are thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with renowned language alchemist Tracey Jones as part of our diversity series. Together we delve into the crucial topic of language and communication and why understanding the intricacies of these topics is so important when working on board a yacht. Tracey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this conversation, having d...

Embarking on a new journey after a fulfilling career in yachting can be both exciting and challenging. In this enlightening episode, our guest Mark Upton, an ex-captain with extensive experience in the yachting industry, shares his expertise on how to navigate this unique transition.    Mark is the founder of Crew Family Office, and throughout this chat we explore the valuable services his company...

To celebrate Pride month, we invited Amelia Deering, crewmember and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community to talk to us about the significance of Pride Month. She talks about what it means to be queer within the yachting industry, sharing some of her own stories and experiences and we discuss why all people should be treated equally regardless of who they love. If there are any subjects in particul...

Join us for an eye-opening episode as we delve into the important topic of "Confronting racism and discrimination on board" with the esteemed Captain Kelly Gordon! In this thought-provoking conversation, Kelly shares her first-hand experiences and practical strategies for addressing racism within the maritime industry. From fostering a culture of inclusivity to promoting open dialogue, s...

Trigger warning  - please be aware that we will be discussing mental health and suicidal thoughts in this episode. Today we are so thrilled to be joined by Melanie White, ex-yachtie and author of 'Behind Ocean Lines', a very personal account of how Melanie struggled with her mental health during her time on yachts. Melanie is so candid in her book, talking about topics that most of us find...

For our second International Women's Day special episode we are joined by Second Stewardess Tayla Smith – Last year Tayla took part in the Serengeti Girls Run, a three-day 63 KM run taking place across Tanzania Serengeti Plains, with the goal of raising money for female empowerment programmes in the Grumeti region. We talk to Tayla about her reasons for running this gruelling race and about her wo...

Today is International Women’s Day! To celebrate we have two podcast episode specials for you! Our first episode is with the incredible Tracy Edwards MBE – Tracy famously entered the first all-female crew into the 1989 Whitbread Round the World Race on sailing yacht Maiden. Maiden crossed the start line on 02 September 1989 and sailed into the history books. Maiden went on to win two of the legs a...

We may be almost two months in to 2023 but that doesn't mean we can't think about setting new healthy habits, and in current times, what better habit to focus on than to be in control of our finances. So, for this chat we were so thrilled to be joined by Tia Taylor, Yacht Management Accountant and founder of Luxury Learning. She spoke to us about why it's important to plan for our future and some...

This week we have been running our healthy living week with the crew on our managed yachts, and to tie in with this we are thrilled to be joined by Katrina d’Artois for this episode to talk to us about all things nutrition. Why we may have certain behaviours when it comes to eating and how working on board a yacht can affect this. Katrina is a spa stew with 6 years of experience in yachting and la...

After what has been an unprecedented couple of years for everyone, we are delighted to be joined by Burgess chief executive Jonathan Beckett and fleet crew manager Lucy Medd for our end of year special! They discuss the impact of the past three years on both Burgess and our crew, as well as the exciting projects we have planned for 2023! Thank you so much for listening during 2022 and if there are...

For our series on sustainability, we have been talking about ocean pollution – topics such as microplastics, waste management and sunscreens. In this episode we are going to be talking about wastewater – specifically wastewater maintenance, treatment systems, the products that we use which end up in our wastewater and the impact this can have on our oceans and the marine life. We welcome back our...

Happy International Men's Day! IMD is all about the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. It highlights positive role models and raises awareness of men’s well-being. The theme for IMD 2022 is “Helping Men and Boys”. So, with that in mind we have a special podcast episode dedicated to discussing men's mental health, what the struggles are on board and why...

Today we are continuing our theme on diversity by looking at racial, ethnic and cultural differences. We discuss what the terms mean and why it is important that we understand the differences so that we can work towards creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all crew. To discuss this topic, we're really excited to be joined by Gabriela Barragán - yacht crew member and former host of...

In episode five with the Burgess Blue Ocean team we are talking Reduce, Reuse, Refill and Recycle. Despite our familiarity with the four Rs, and the fact that “zero waste” trends seem to be advancing at lightning speed, waste is still a huge problem around the world, and one that continues to grow exponentially. We discuss what is and isn't being done within the industry and how we as a management...