Jesse catches up with fellow sailor and friend Chris, who at anchor on his Nor Sea 17 in Alaska. 

Jesse talks with up-and-coming professional sailor Odin Smith about racing, living aboard a 27' racing sailboat, the Beam of Destiny, and full moons. This fast and fun conversation will bring a smile to your face and make you feel good about th...

Jesse talks with Tom Hamilton, a lifelong sailor, about celestial navigation, things that keep us from sailing, preparing for long-term voyaging, rudder maintenance and loose rigging. 

Jesse catches up with previous podcast guest Garrett Tarter. Garrett has been busy since the last time we heard from him - he's bought a boat, is living aboard, and is planning his first major offshore passage - Hawaii to the Marquesas.  <...

 The Glacier Gem is a 50', aluminum Thomas Colvin schooner, that happens to be junk-rigged, and just about to start a circumnavigation.  Nick Massey has undertaken a serious refit of the boat, replacing and building everything but the...

Scott Brown and Jesse talk about choosing crew, mentally preparing for leaving a land base and going sailing, Texans and Alaska.  May be mildly offensive to Texans. Some foul language is used, mostly associated with furling sails.

Nick and Jesse go way back. Listen as they talk about making the transition from full-time work with benefits to full-time re-fit and prepping for a sailing circumnavigation. Check out more of Nick and Monica's rebuild and sailing plan...

Jesse talks with two Pacific Northwest sailors about their overhaul and refit of a Westsail 32. They really exemplify how tenacity and determination make dreams come true. 

Jesse talks with Jesper, a Seattle-based sailor, about buying the right boat, big retrofits and the challenges of sailing while holding down a day job.  

Jesse talks with James, Nick and Ali of S/V Maya about the benefits of discomfort, setting goals and pursuing them with tenacity. 

Jesse interviews Garrett Tarter, a young man in Hawaii who is new to sailing but has big goals, a great work ethic and bright future. 

Relying on GPS alone is like relying on the elevator.  But that convenience comes at a price and may let you down.  Take the stairs.  Navigate!Hear Jesse's thoughts on becoming a proficient navigator and how to use tradit...

From the docks of San Pedro California.Two young and enthusiastic sailors share some hard knock lessons about vessel operation and ownership.

Will West is a life-long sailor. Listen as he shares his experience with us.