Tea With Lee

I had the chance to sit down with Erin, one of my fellow Fleet Cruise Directors, for a conversation that I am thrilled to share. In this chat, we talk about her story, her career, and path to a life at sea, and we also dive into one of the most open and honest discussions I’ve had on this platform about real challenges faced by our female Cruise Directors. If you enjoy hearing candid insights from...

Here we are, back again! This time with Uncle Johnny who is always a treat. He’s a standout personality within the Cruise Director Team and a familiar face to so many guests. His energy, his character, and love for entertaining make him stand out everywhere he goes. In this Get to Know, Johnny shares his story, his journey through the cruise industry, from singer to CD and what inspires him. A fun...

A lost episode rediscovered! Tea with Lee returns and with this I have discovered a previously unreleased episode from 2022. Join me in the shipyards of Finland as I share updates from my vacation adventures in America and report live from Finland, preparing for the launch of Carnival Celebration! A true gem from the archives! An unearthed treasure some may say! What were the original plans for th...

In this candid and slightly offbeat “get to know” session with Todd Evans aka T-O-Double-D on the Mic! 🎤 Today we’re embracing the quirks!… with my filming. The interview might be filmed in a funky aspect ratio with some unexpected subject tracking, but that just adds to the charm. So come along for a uniquely real chat with one of Carnival’s most charismatic Cruise Directors.

Today I took 20 minutes to sit down with Tony Williams, one of our fantastic fun squad hosts here on board a Carnival Panorama. Tony has been working at sea for 11 years and has been a part of the fun squad for the last five years. He was a part of the inaugural team here aboard the Carnival Panorama for her launch in 2019 and we’ve been delighted to have him back as a part of the return to servic...

During a recent question and answer session onboard the Carnival Panorama, I was asked when I would be releasing another episode of the podcast… Well here it is.

Back again with another new episode of the podcast for you. In it, I catch up with a wonderful friend of mine, Jeff. At the time of recording he was in the airport and both of us very excited as he prepares to return to working at sea!! Follow his adventures in his Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffedstrom?igshid=15fw9y32fohxz As always you can get in touch. If you haven’t already I would love...

I am delighted to share this new episode of the podcast with you. In it, I catch up with Entertainment Director and good friend Darren Pinheiro Dos Santos… but (confession) I get scared to say his name, so I just call him Darren…. Darren started out his career as a performer and joined Carnival as a Singer. He has since worked his way up to being an incredible leader within the Carnival Entertainm...

In today's much-anticipated episode I finally catch up with Cruise Director, Chloe Loddo. I had previously recorded an episode with Chloe for Season 1 of the podcast but it was lost in an unfortunate deletion accident. But here we are Season 2 and I have learnt from my mistakes... I promise! Chloe is a much-loved Cruise Director and for good reason, she is an absolute joy! I hope you enjoy this ep...

Its been a strange ol' time for sure! Especially being in a fairly new relationship as the pandemic took hold. Despite this, Geraldine and I have been staying connected the best we can. In this, very different episode, we discuss what we have been watching together (but apart) and what we recommend.  I hope you enjoy this one, it was fun making it for you. As always you can get in touch. If y...

It's the second episode, so we are back!! Thank you for joining us (again?) here on the podcast! Today we continue Season 2 with a conversation connecting with Senior Fun Squad Host, Cheeky Charlie. She has been a big supporter of the podcast and everything I have been doing online, so it's overdue that I get her on here to have a chat!  I hope you enjoy the episode and if you have any commen...

Welcome back and thank you for joining us here on the podcast!  Today we kick off Season 2 with a conversation prompted by a message received by John Heald from one of our onboard team members, regarding the challenges they are facing, which I suspect many of my other colleagues are coming up against too.  I hope you enjoy the episode and if you have any comments of questions, please get...

Season 2 of Tea With Lee is on its way! Thank you for joining me once again here on the podcast! If you haven’t already I would love to connect with you across our social media pages, you can find me at: www.facebook.com/leeyourcruisedirector www.instagram.com/leeyourcruisedirector Please do message me with any comments, questions or suggestions! I love hearing from you all. Your support is invalu...

Lolly and I have been friends for many years and in fact, she was instrumental in my joining Carnival Cruise Line! Join us as we discuss positivity, life and as we reflect on our friendship and indeed where we are today. This episode was recorded a little while ago - apologies for holding out on you all.  SHOW NOTES *************** Thank you for joining me here on the podcast! If you haven’t alrea...

Avoiding Seasickness In this episode, I share with you the top tips, tricks and remedies for seasickness. While I hope you don't suffer with it either, if you do, hopefully one fo these will help. *************** SHOW NOTES Thank you for joining me here on the podcast! If you haven’t already I would love to connect with you across our social media pages, you can find me at: www.facebook.com/leeyou...

In today's show, I catch up with Marty (or Martin as I know him) Andrews, fellow Carnival CD and a great friend of mine. What set out to be a quick 25 - 30 min episode turned into 57... Cruise Directors are notorious for being chatty I guess..  Marty and I discuss everything from property to PA announcements. You can find him on Facebook, if you'd like to say "hi" or simply put a face to the voice...

Special Guest - Jaime Dee, Former Carnival Cruise Director and now Mom, Wife and all-round amazing person are just a few of her new titles. Jaime continues to reign as the Queen of Carnival for many, despite her recent departure from the company. She touched the lives of many and most definitely left behind a legacy. A good handful of the current Cruise Director stock grew up under her guidance an...

In today's episode, I try something new. A SOLO episode!! In which I introduce you to my soon to be new home and discuss some of the exciting features we can look forward to enjoying once she sets sail.  For more info on all things Radiance, check out carnival.com for the latest updates. *************** SHOW NOTES *************** Thank you for joining me here on the podcast! If you haven’t already...

Catching up with Erica one of the most wonderful people I have met in my life. Best Friend, Boss and all-around amazing human. In today's episode we discuss: Our friendship Erica’s life on land Farting Singing Lessons The importance of proper shoes and does she feel guilty about not saving the animals??… Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/user/ericapable Live Stream Link: https://www.facebook.c...

*************** SHOW NOTES *************** Thank you for joining me here on the podcast! If you haven’t already I would love to connect with you across our social media pages, you can find me at: www.facebook.com/leeyourcruisedirector www.instagram.com/leeyourcruisedirector Your support is invaluable! If you would like to support the show further, why not get yourself a t-shirt or hoodie…or two fr...

*************** SHOW NOTES *************** Thank you for joining me here on the podcast! If you haven’t already I would love to connect with you across our social media pages, you can find me at: www.facebook.com/leeyourcruisedirector www.instagram.com/leeyourcruisedirector Your support is invaluable! If you would like to support the show further, why not get yourself a t-shirt or hoodie…or two fr...

*************** SHOW NOTES *************** Thank you for joining me here on the podcast! If you haven’t already I would love to connect with you across our social media pages, you can find me at: www.facebook.com/leeyourcruisedirector www.instagram.com/leeyourcruisedirector Your support is invaluable! If you would like to support the show further, why not get yourself a t-shirt or hoodie…or two fr...

Cruise Director, Savannah “Oo Na Na” Mitchell In this episode join me in catching up with Savannah. For my Aussie listeners - she’s from Aus (via NZ) It was wonderful connecting with her. Technology is amazing!? In our chat we discuss: Lockdown Life Friends How she came to be a CD Losing your accent What we miss about shiplife Shaving her head! And Workout Motivation From Savannah: I’m participati...

In this episode join me in catching up with fellow Cruise Director, Simon London. We had such a great time and I hope you can hear that in our voices.  What to expect: Matt Mitchum & John Heald fanboying Cruise Director Conference St Jude's Children's Research Hospital  How we have been filling out time during lockdown Staying Positive Simon running The London Marathon. Photography tips And more…....