Oceans Unplugged
This is a podcast about the sea and the people who answer its call.
Hosted by a mariner with over 30 years of experience across search and rescue, yacht racing, coastguard, and maritime enforcement, this show dives deep into the real stories of life at sea.
These are not polished tales or manufactured drama. They’re honest, human conversations with sailors, lifeboat crews, adventurers, and everyday people who’ve lived extraordinary moments on the water.
Stories of resilience, humour, loss, camaraderie, and the quiet truths the ocean teaches, told by someone who understands the weight of it.
Each episode is a slow-burn conversation, less interview, more shared watch.
Alongside these deep dives, you’ll hear personal reflections, listener stories, and glimpses into the bond between people and the vessels they trust with their lives.
Whether you’ve spent your life at sea or never left shore, this is a place to listen, reflect, and connect.
Real stories. Told with heart. The kind you carry with you.
Episodes
11 episodes
Episode 11 - Lachlan Maclean
In this episode of Oceans Unplugged, Lee Gallacher is joined by adventurer and ocean rower Lachlan Maclean, who, alongside his brothers, completed a record-breaking row across the Pacific Ocean from South America to Australia.Lachlan sh...
Episode 10 - Lee Gallacher
In this special solo episode of Oceans Unplugged, Lee Gallacher takes a step back from the interviews to reflect on the journey behind the podcast, a lifetime spent at sea, and the experiences that have shaped his career in sailing, racing, mar...
Episode 09 - Mike Sentch
In this episode of Oceans Unplugged, Lee Gallacher hosts Mike Sentch from YB Tracking to explore the cutting-edge technologies shaping yacht racing, motorsport, and extreme adventure events. Learn about the evolution of GPS trackers, safety inn...
Episode 08 - Don McIntyre
In this episode of Oceans Unplugged, Lee Gallacher sits down with legendary adventurer and race organiser Don McIntyre founder of the Golden Globe Race, Ocean Globe Race, Mini Globe Race, and Real Ocean Rowing.From traditional seamanshi...
Episode 07 - Gunnar Christensen
Gunnar Christensen is a seasoned sailor, yacht captain, and adventurer preparing to compete in the legendary 2026 Golden Globe Race — one of the world’s toughest solo, non-stop sailing challenges. With decades of offshore experience, multiple A...
Episode 06- Lee Gallacher Part 2
In this episode of Oceans Unplugged, the roles are reversed as host Lee Gallacher takes the guest seat to share his extensive experience and career at sea. Drawing on years of service as a sailor, volunteer lifeboat crew member, harbou...
Episode 05- Dee Caffari
🌊 Oceans Unplugged – Dee Caffari Special 🌊In this episode of Oceans Unplugged, Lee Gallacher sits down with legendary ocean racer Dee Caffari to dive deep into life beyond the horizon.From seven laps around the world to record-bre...
Episode 04- Pip Hare
Oceans Unplugged | Pip Hare – Dismasting in the Southern Ocean & the Reality of Vendée GlobeIn this episode of Oceans Unplugged, host Lee Gallacher sits down with offshore sailor Pip Hare for a powerful and deeply hon...
Episode 03 - Paul & Suzana Tetlow
From the heart of global ocean cruising, Paul and Suzana Tetlow are the quiet force shaping some of the world’s most iconic sailing rallies. Based in Cowes and now leading the organisation behind the legendary ARC, they stepped into the role in...
Episode 02 - Ella Hibbert
In this episode, Lee interviews Ella Hibbert...a British sailor, adventurer, and sailing instructor known for her Arctic expeditions.- She’s a qualified Yachtmaster instructor and PADI divemaster, based in Portsmouth, England.Born i...
Episode 01 - From Coast Guard to Racing Against Royalty: A Sailor's Remarkable Journey
Discover the extraordinary life of a professional sailor whose adventures span coast guard rescues, yacht deliveries, racing against the King of Spain, and navigating the highs and lows of the ocean.This episode dives into the raw storie...
