Power and Motoryacht Podcast

World’s Coolest Collection of Vintage Chris-Crafts Heads to Auction

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:00 -0000

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Ray Fernandez never set out to become the owner of the world’s largest antique boat collection; his true passion is getting people into his chosen pastime of boating. Perhaps that’s why he is auctioning off a mind-boggling collection of antique Chris-Crafts and vintage boating paraphernalia. Learn more about how you can share in the wealth.

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Volare Boats

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:49:00 -0000

Jarrett Bay's Randy Ramsey

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:26:00 -0000

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Were you to make a list of most iconic sportfish builders in the world, Jarrett Bay would have to be near the top. The company's founder Randy Ramsey launched his company 40 years and nearly 70 builds ago, but his odyssey began well before that—and it continues to this day. Tune in to the Power and Motoryacht podcast for our fascinating conversation with an American dreamer.

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An Axopar With Teeth

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000

Don't Let a Boat Blow Up a Friendship

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Borrowing or loaning out your boat is not like sharing a lawn mower. Despite the best of intentions there are deep financial and legal ramifications you need to consider. Listen to this episode if you're considering the sharing of a boat.

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Meet the 90-year-old R/V Robert Gray

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0000

Back in 1936, the U.S. built a one-of-a-kind survey vessel. The R/V Robert Gray was the first diesel-electric hybrid of her kind in the world. Today, she's been reborn for adventure excursions and scientific expeditions thanks to Charleston, South Carolina's Voyager's Club. Step into the vintage galley for a fascinating and inspiring conversation with her captain Davis Alford, and owner Leila Davenport Ross.

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The Art and Science of Boat Sales

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down with Russ Mills, the yacht broker who sold his family's Egg Harbor, to talk about the delicate dance that is boat sales.

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Inspiration Fuel: Great Loop Edition

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0000

AGLCA Executive Director Kim Russo joins the show to discuss why the Great Loop is having a moment and seeing records shattered as well as her own experience on the Great Loop. Prepare to be inspired.

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A Salty Life: Cruising Expert Bob Arrington

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Longtime Power and Motoryacht columnist and lifelong boater Bob Arrington sits down with Dan in his home port to discuss the story behind his stories and how boating has shaped his life.

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Great Loop Speed Record | Full Peter Hajas Interview

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0000

Around The Great Loop in 12 Days, 18 Hours, and 10 Minutes

Setting out with no real open-water or cruising experience to speak of, 65-year-old Peter Hajas along with his two sons, Peter Jr. (35), Eric (32), and his longtime offroad racing partner Kevin Selchow (62) just shattered the Great Loop speed record aboard Lady Lor, a 1,050-horsepower-equipped Contender 40 Express and minimal provisions.

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The Great Loop Solo on a 25-foot Boat

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:52:00 -0000

After years of planning–and dreaming–Jacquie Albina set off on an epic, solo Great Loop adventure aboard her Rosborough 25. We caught up with her in the small town of Brewerton, New York to hear about her inspiring journey. WARNING: This episode may cause impromptu boating adventures.

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New Electric Outboard Company Looks to Make Waves

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 23:00:00 -0000

Temo Comes to America

French electric propulsion manufacturer, Temo, has landed in the United States with a smart and functional dinghy motor that might just make inroads on the water.

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Relentless Pursuit | Pursuit Boats President Chris Gratz

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

After a warm Florida morning filled with cruising, swimming and grilling, Dan Harding and Chris Dixon sit down with Pursuit President Chris Gratz and discuss his story from knocking on the door with his resume to the corner office and how the Florida builder has created a culture of never resting on your laurels.

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Great Loop Record Breaker Robert Youens

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:47:00 -0000

Robert Youens is a 71-year-old adventurer and cancer survivor fresh off a record-setting 19-day, 4,800-mile Great Loop adventure aboard his 16-foot jon boat. It was a journey that set the record for both a single-engine and solo-occupant crossing of the Loop. Join us for a wide-ranging and inspiring conversation.

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Revisiting the Ghosts of the Edmund Fitzgerald

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:08:00 -0000

Shrouded in mystery, the 1975 sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald was immortalized by Gordon Lightfoot’s haunting ballad. Today, Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down with New York Times best-selling author John Bacon to discuss his gripping forthcoming book, The Gales of November. This powerful account revisits the historic Great Lakes tragedy and brings to life the memories of the men who were lost.

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Seakeeper's Quest to End Rock and Roll for Good

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 13:54:00 -0000

In this episode of the Power & Motoryacht podcast, Dan sits down with Seakeeper CEO Andrew Sempervivo to discuss everything from the company’s humble beginnings to the future of the Ride system—and even Dan’s personal experience with the system now installed on his 28 Bertram.

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Special Report: Lake Tahoe's Deadly Freak Storm

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 22:13:00 -0000

A charter captain recounts one of the deadliest storms ever on Lake Tahoe.

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During the afternoon of June 21, an unexpected, ferocious thunderstorm swept across Lake Tahoe. Before the storm, scores of boaters were out enjoying a Saturday on the lake. One was longtime Tahoe fishing charter captain Mike Nielsen. The owner of Tahoe Topliners sportfishing, Nielsen has grown up on the lake and from his 22-foot Duckworth, he had a front row seat to a storm that sank or capsized many boats and tragically, killed eight in what may be the worst marine disaster in Tahoe history.

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Rethinking Emergencies

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 18:36:00 -0000

As tens of thousands of boaters return to the water for the summer, we thought we would revisit a time-honored topic but in a new way. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding, along with Passagemaker Editor-in-Chief Jeff Moser, sit down with Marine Emergency Expert Dr. Robert Leviton to discuss the essential supplies you need to add to your first-aid kit in case of emergency–whether on your boat or someone else's.

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Cruising Through Desert Canyons on an Axopar 37

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:30:00 -0000

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When you think of striped bass you probably think of trolling offshore in New England in the deep blue waters of the Atlantic. One charter operation on Lake Powell is flipping that on its head with their wildly successful fishing charters that chase bass through the red canyons of the desert. Be careful listening to this one, it will have you googling flights to Lake Powell, don't ask us how we know.

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Across The U.S.A... By Boat

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:52:00 -0000

Kathy Robbins' Amazing 1968 Cross Country Odyssey

Back in 1968, Kathy Robbins and her husband were commissioned by Evinrude to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime, never-been-done adventure. They'd be taking a small, open-hulled Glasstron boat from Juneau, Alaska clear across the continental United States. Was such a journey even possible? Find out on the Power & Motoryacht podcast.

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Special Report: Bad Boating at Haulover Inlet

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

Like many of you we've watched more videos from Haulover Inlet than we want our boss to know about. Videos of stuffed bows, near disasters and plain bad boating can be strangely addicting, especially if you get sucked into the comment section. We had a conversation with a member of the U.S. Coast Guard's 7th District to breakdown some of the biggest fails on social media.

The Challenges of Haulover Inlet on America's Boating Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dW8fUYhJuo

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Small Boats, Big Loop. Interview with Great Looper Michael MacLeod

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0000

Michael MacLeod has logged thousands of miles aboard the smallest C-Dorys, traveling thousands of miles from Canada to Key West, and doing the Great Loop—twice. Whether you own a big boat, or a small one, we can all learn something from his remarkable adventuring. MacLeod's fascinating podcast interview with Senior Editor Chris Dixon.

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Pioneer in Power Cats: Lex Raas

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0000

From humble beginnings building boats for his father in South Africa to championing Leopard and now Aquila power cats, it’s safe to call Lex Raas a cat lover. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down with Lex to discuss his life with power cats and why he thinks they’re poised to continue to grow in popularity.

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Fleming 85 | Owner Profile

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0000

During their summer cruise through New England, Tim Armand and his wife Lisa invite Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding aboard and share their experience building their "ultimate" Fleming 85.

Read Dan's full article from our December 2024 issue here: https://bit.ly/pmyFleming85

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Stories Behind the Stories: Making the December 2024 Issue

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:47:01 -0000

The editors bring you behind the curtain for a look into what it was like bringing our December 2024 issue to life. Enjoy the color and characters behind the magazine heading your way.

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Shipwrecked in the South Atlantic

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:24:28 -0000

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Matt Lewis was an ambitious 23-year-old fisheries biologist when he set foot aboard the 144-foot Sudur Havid, an aging longline trawler casting off for South Atlantic and Antarctic waters in search of Patagonian toothfish–or “Chilean sea bass,” as it’s better known on your dinner plate. A quick–and underrated–bilge-pump replacement, along with a short but dire series of events led to the boat’s sinking. Of all the 38 crew aboard, Lewis was, as his book’s title suggests, the last man off, and one of 21 survivors. In this episode of the Power and Motoryacht podcast he sits down with Senior Editor Owen Burke to tell his tale and reflect on the tragedy.

You can get Matt's book "Last Man Off: A True Story of Disaster and Survival on the Antarctic Seas" on Amazon. ▶

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Meet the Lake Erie Locals

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 19:11:00 -0000

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding reflects on what that milestone means to him and his team. Then Senior Editor Owen Burke chats with a couple on Lake Erie who hope to leverage their social media presence to get more young people to join them out on the water.

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Sneak Peek at our Exciting October 2024 Issue

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 14:34:37 -0000

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Dan, Chris and Owen break down our October issue and dish out the stories behind the stories that you'll see in print. If you've ever wondered how a magazine comes together, this is the episode for you!

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Naval Architect Discusses Bayesian Yacht Sinking

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:53:00 -0000

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The sinking of the 160-foot Perini Navi Bayesian has taken the world by storm and that makes sense, the story seems to have it all: Tragedy, a superyacht, a billionaire, a freak weather event, conspiracy theories, intrigue. What stood out to us as we read the reporting on this yacht sinking was just how many apparent falsehoods were being reported and how misunderstood the yacht industry is. While there is still so much unknown about the Bayesian sinking we knew that some of these falsehoods needed to be addressed, which brings us to today’s guest, world renowned yacht designer and naval architect, Bill Prince who also happens to be a friend and an exceptionally popular Power & Motoryacht columnist. He helps us to separate fact from fiction.

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How To (And Why To) Restore a Boat With Your Kid

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 13:57:00 -0000

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When Power & Motoryacht’s Senior Editor Chris Dixon embarked on restoring a classic McKee Craft skiff with his son, the two set sail into uncharted territory. In this episode of the Power & Motoryacht podcast, Chris unwinds the pitfalls, joys and lessons he and his son learned during the process and offers a bit of wisdom to those thinking of launching into a restoration of their own.

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Whale Sinks Boat

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:15:00 -0000

When he left with his good buddy Greg Paquette for a morning chasing stripers off the New Hampshire coast, Ryland Kenney had no idea that the Parker 21 they fished from was doomed. Nor, he reckons, did the feeding whale that inadvertently sunk their boat. On the Power & Motoryacht podcast, Senior Editor Chris Dixon takes a deep dive with Kenney to find out who he is, what went wrong, and what went right on a fateful, and viral New England morning.

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Suddenly Sinking in the Gulf Stream

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Managing Editor of our sister publication, Sail magazine, Lydia Mullen entered her first Newport to Bermuda race to report on the event and bolster her offshore-racing resume. She quickly went from reporting on a story to being IN the story when the boat she was on collided with submerged debris and began sinking. And that’s just where her epic tale begins. Join Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding as he learns about her harrowing experience and the lessons all boaters can learn from.

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Steve Potts, founder of Scout Boats

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 19:13:41 -0000

From near destruction by an infamous Carolina hurricane to a trajectory that’s led to the the biggest outboard powered yacht ever built, Steve Potts has followed a fascinating and sometimes harrowing path. Join Power & Motoryacht Senior Editor Chris Dixon for a deep dive into the life and times of a revered southern builder.

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The Stories Behind the Best Stories in Boating: Aug/Sept Issue

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:28:00 -0000

Dan and Chris do a deep dive into our exciting August/September issue. From the history of Ft. Lauderdale and a behind-the-scenes tour of Formula Boats to the powerful telling of a friend's passing by Michael Rybovich, you won't want to miss the stories behind our stories.

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Unknown History of the River City

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0000

[Sponsored] Contributing Editor Simon Murray goes back–way back–into the unknown history of Ft. Lauderdale long before it was the yachting hub we know today. Think you know about Ft. Lauderdale? Think again.

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You were arrested for BUI. Now what?

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:00:00 -0000

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A third of all boating accidents are alcohol related and alcohol is the leading cause of fatalities on the water, yet little is known about the repercussions of a BUI charge. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding talks with Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Lawyer Brett Metcalf about what happens as a result of a BUI.

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Getting Loopy with the Boomershines

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

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Venturing the Great Loop as a family creates an everlasting bond dry land never could. It was a journey filled with teamwork, home schooling, and helping hands along the way. We talk to the intrepid boaters for the inside scoop on their adventure.

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Behind the Scenes at Formula Boats

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0000

This episode was recorded in an interesting location; it was recorded in a little-known town called Decatur, Indiana, the longtime home of Formula boats. After an incredible tour, and before that an impressive sea trial of the builder’s new 457 CC, we had the opportunity to sit down with Josh Porter, a member of the engineering team and third generation of the family that owns Formula and made it the brand it is today.

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Getting Your Captain’s License

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:54:00 -0000

On this episode of the Power & Motoryacht Podcast, Senior Editor Chris Dixon sits down with Ross Mery, owner of RCM Maritime School in Charleston, South Carolina. Chris took the coursework for his OUPV/6Pack Captain’s license with RCM, and learned far more than he expected in the process. Tune in for our chat with Ross, and learn why, even if you’re not going to use it commercially, earning your own captain’s license might still be the right thing to do.

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Doug Brunt Interview

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:00:00 -0000

The Most Famous Inventor You Never Heard Of

We sit down with best-selling author Doug Brunt and discuss his fascinating new book about the life and legacy of Rudolph Diesel, the inventor of the engine that bears his name. Learn more about the man that time forgot.

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Thor: A Vessel of Hope

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:41:28 -0000

Danish fishing boat becomes a vessel of hope at the Florida Holocaust Museum.

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Talking Wooden Boats with Fitzke Boatworks

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:16:29 -0000

Kevin Fitzke’s obsession with the 1920s makes for a modern twist on the Gentleman racer.

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Courser Racing

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0000

“The military was my whole life.” When Combat Divers and Special Operations Veterans Blake Sufferling and Peter Glaeser transitioned out of long and intense active-duty careers that regularly saw deployments to spots from Ramadi to Mosul and Kabul, they needed a new mission. So why in the world would they choose to row across two oceans? “It started out with a couple of guys wanting to do something epic and it turned into a mission to give back, and give back to other veterans,” said Glaeser. “And frankly what we have I think is unique compared to any other veterans transition organizations.” Check out their wild story, hear about their radical plan—and learn how to support their mission on the Power & Motoryacht podcast.

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Captain Retriever

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:04:00 -0000

On this episode of the Power & Motoryacht Podcast, Senior Editor Chris Dixon sits down with Jesse Hofmeister, aka “Captain Retriever”. Hofmeister, a longtime captain with TowBoatUS has gone viral with videos of his harrowing rescues of boats during fires, storms and runaway episodes. Stay safe by tuning in.

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An Uncommon Owner of Uncompromising Boats

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

The Man Behind Some of the World's Most Beautiful Boats. For many, becoming the owner of a boat-building company is the culmination of a life's work. But for Radenko Milakovich, the path towards owning J Craft was as unconventional as he is. Learn how a chance encounter in Port Hercules spawned love at first sight and a whole new adventure.

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A Conversation with Boatbuilding Icon Roy Merritt

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:51:00 -0000

Power and Motoryacht Senior Editor Chris Dixon travels down to Pompano Beach for a wide-ranging conversation with Roy Merritt on building boats, the family legacy of a hundred-year-old business and a just a few famous clients.

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Live Like Jimmy Buffett

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 20:10:00 -0000

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding flips the mic on Senior Editor Chris Dixon who recounts his unorthodox path to working with Jimmy Buffett and the lasting legacy his friend leaves behind.

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Escaping the Flames of Maui

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 19:44:00 -0000

Captain Chrissy Lovitt, a local and seasoned mariner out of Lahaina Harbor, and her story of how she saved two 5- and 6-year-old children has spread all across the news. However, in this podcast, we wanted to go deeper and really understand what happened at the harbor and the rest of the town that day. This way, we can truly grasp an idea of what Lahaina is going through and how they are picking up the pieces today. Captain Chrissy herself is a significant part of the healing process. Not only is she housing several victims of the fire who lost their own homes, but she's also actively working to get another boat, so she can begin running much-needed supplies to her people. Let's hear this story in her own words.

You can find Capt. Chrissy's GoFundMe page at the link below:

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Rogue Wave Survival Story

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 14:41:00 -0000

In 1998, while out on a 56-foot Jim Smith sportfisherman called the Aningha, Johnny Savage and his Capt. Eric Bingham faced a massive rogue wave on the Gulf Stream that wrecked their ship and left them floating alone with nothing but ocean in any direction. This is the story of what might be only the second rogue wave ever documented and how two men fought to survive its aftermath.

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What will boating be like in 20 years?

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 21:05:00 -0000

This episode is sponsored by Imtra (www.imtra.com).

The last decade has ushered in countless innovations and trends that have changed our pastime as we know it. Dan sits down with one of boating's biggest pioneers, President of Volvo Penta Marine Johan Inden. They discuss everything from hybrid propulsion to swimming manta ray-shaped robots that will swim up and charge your boat using underwater current and so much more.

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Freeman Boatworks

Wed, 31 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000

At Freeman Boatworks, marketing director Scott Cothran spins yarns to Chris Dixon on building for Jimmy Buffett, a new 28-footer and how internet trolling led to a dream job.

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Conversation with Michael Rybovich

Tue, 16 May 2023 16:53:00 -0000

Sitting in his Florida boatyard we discuss how the Rybovich family business got started with a humble Austro-Hungary immigrant and grew to become one of the most coveted names in sportfishermen.

So much has been written about the Rybovich family and their boats over the years, which made my recent trip to the Rybovich yard for a feature story that much more daunting. As a writer I love the challenge of profiling someone who’s been written about before. Maybe it’s a competition thing, or maybe it's the challenge of finding a new angle or the thrill of uncovering a gem of a story that others have missed; I had a feeling this would be a good one for the magazine, especially since Michael agreed to come on as one of our columnists over a year ago.

Like many of you I’ve been thoroughly enjoying his sometimes controversial, always honest columns in the magazine. Through his writing I started to get the feeling that I actually knew him; I think that’s a skill that great writers possess. I hoped that meeting in person wouldn’t disappoint; luckily for me meeting Michael Rybovich reaffirmed what I thought I knew about him. That he was a hardworking, proud, old school, handshake-is-my-word kind of guy. And the stories he told, well, let’s just say I didn’t want this conversation to end. I hope you feel the same way when this episode concludes.

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Accidental Boatyard Manager

Tue, 02 May 2023 14:08:29 -0000

Dan decides to mix things up this year and recruit some help with spring boat chores. On the day in question, he ended up with more than he bargained for: 5 employees between the ages of 10 and 16. As expected, calamity ensues, and lessons were learned.

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Filming the Biggest Waves in the World—From a Boat

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:21:00 -0000

When it comes to chasing the hundred-foot wave, no one stands taller than Rob Brown. Head out to Cortes Bank with Chris Dixon to meet the photographer who pioneered shooting world records during crazy missions aboard his boats.

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The Metan Effect

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 18:25:00 -0000

Dan sits down with boat restoring tour de force Mike Borrelli, owner of Metan Marine, at his Massachusetts facility. Borrelli sounds off on his wide-spanning career, building a boat for Jimmy Fallon and his advice for those considering a boat refit or restoration of their own.

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A Fishing Life

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:53:00 -0000

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down with his friend and mentor, Bill Sisson, to talk about his new book, Seasons of the Striper, and his life-long pursuit of trying to balance a career in magazine making with his passion for chasing bass.

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Capt. Jeff and the Argo App

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:37:00 -0000

Jeff Foulk developed Argo in 2018, a clever little app that crosses the use of navigational guidance with social networking for boater safety. But it never really garnished much attention until five years later, when his daughter Megan turned to TikTok. Now it’s about the most in-demand boating app there is. This is their story.

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Extreme Adventure

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:46:00 -0000

In December 2022 a team from Passagemaker, Soundings and Power & Motoryacht had a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Cape Town, South Africa. We dove into the factory where Leopard builds its catamarans, tested their boats along this “Cape of Storms,” and experienced the wildlife—and wild weather at the southern end of the world, firsthand.

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Love and Boating- 1967 Huckins Linwood Refit Journey

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 16:03:00 -0000

Husband and wife, Keith and Kerry Johnson, spent two years refitting a Huckins classic yacht called the Miramar, in a race to launch by Valentine’s Day.

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Father and Son Reflect on the Boating Season

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 00:48:51 -0000

For the second time, Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding is joined in studio with his intern/son Connor for a "discussion" about their favorite memories of summer.

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Conversation with a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:38:00 -0000

After a long, wild ride, U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer Shannon Scaff relives a storied career, plots his next mission and shares his watery wisdom.

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Hell and High Water

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:14:00 -0000

This is a story about a son's love for his father. It's also a story about friendship, comradery and putting your life on the line to save others. This inspiring story proves, once again, why boaters are the best.

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Part II: An Improbable Trip Around the World

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

In part two of our premiere audio doc, Roger Moore is more than half a decade into an around-the-world voyage when he and his wife seek refuge and adventure in Saudi Arabia–and boy do they find it.

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Emergency Pod: A Whale of a Problem for Boaters

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0000

In the hopes of saving a declining population of North Atlantic Right whales, NOAA aims to institute a 10-knot speed limit along much of the Atlantic coast. We cut through the clutter and get to the heart of this matter with this emergency podcast with Viking Director of Government Affairs and Sustainability John DePersenaire.

You can read the full proposal from NOAA here: https://www.regulations.gov/document/NOAA-NMFS-2022-0022-0005

Please let your voice be heard and comment here: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/NOAA-NMFS-2022-0022-0005

Open Letter to NOAA,

For as long as I can remember marine magazines and NOAA have enjoyed a strong, professional relationship because of the alignment in our values. NOAA’s work in regulating safe seafood, protecting estuaries, providing hurricane forecasting, navigational support, tide and current data, etc. is greatly appreciated by the boating community.

It is from this place of respect that I’m surprised to learn about the rushed proposal from NOAA Fisheries to enact a speed-reduction policy that will devastate the commercial and recreational boating industries with a flawed plan to preserve the declining population of North Atlantic Right Whales.

As you aptly illustrate on your homepage (https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/about-us) the U.S. fishing industry accounts for: “1.2 million commercial jobs, 553,000 recreational jobs. $165 billion in commercial sales, $89 billion in recreational sales...”

These numbers say nothing about the hard-working men and women that I’ve had the privilege to meet in the boating industry. Having been born into boating and being lucky enough to work in my dream job as the editor-in-chief of Power & Motoryacht, I’ve met dockhands, marina managers, boat builders, engine manufacturers, techs, designers, boat show assemblers, captains, CEOs, receptionists, delivery drivers, tugboat operators, harbor pilots, waterborne first responders and so many others. The men and women in the marine industry come from all walks of life but there is one through-line that characterizes most of the people I’ve had the chance to meet: They love being part of the boating industry. They love playing a role in a pastime that brings joy to so many; a pastime that brings people together better than any other hobby I know.

I respect the work you’re doing to preserve the dying population of Right Whales. More than any other demographic, we boaters are the ones who care for the ocean its many mammals the most. I personally will never forget sitting on the bow of my parent’s 26-foot Sea Ray off Cape Cod and seeing Humpback whales for the first time. It’s a memory I’ll never forget; one I hope to replicate with my young son and, God willing, with his children one day. I support your mission but you’re treating boaters as an enemy in this fight when we should be looked to as your greatest ally and resource.

Please push off this disastrous plan that will cripple the industry I love and give us a seat at the table to work out solutions. I am standing by and will make myself available to contribute to a common-sense solution at your convenience.

Thank you for your time and—hopefully—your honest consideration.

Daniel Harding Jr.

Editor-in-Chief, Power & Motoryacht

Editorial Director, Active Interest Media Marine Group

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PMY's Premiere Audio Doc: 13 Years Around the World

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 16:30:00 -0000

Dos Equis be damned, Roger Moore may just be the world's most interesting man. Learn about the Nautical Ventures founder's improbable, 13-year-journey around the world. Warning: This may inspire you to do something crazy.

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The Boss of Brunswick

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:32:00 -0000

It’s possible you don’t know all that Brunswick encompasses, but you definitely know their brands like Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Mercury, Freedom Boat Club, Navico and so many others. Brunswick is the kind of company that doesn’t simply follow trends, they create them. That’s why we were excited to sit down with CEO Dave Foulkes and talk about the future of our favorite pastime.

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11-Year-Old Struck by Lightning on a Boat

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 15:43:00 -0000

It’s any parent’s worst nightmare. Derek Stock, a prudent boater out of Tampa, was enjoying a fun-filled day on the water with his wife and two of his children when disaster struck. Just 100 feet from the boat ramp his 11-year-old son was struck by lightning. Thanks to life-saving CPR training, he was able to save his son. His mission now is to help other boaters avoid tragedy.

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The Story Behind a Viral Sinking

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 15:39:59 -0000

A couple of weeks ago, a beautiful 83-foot Ferretti yacht foundered off Chub Cay in the Bahamas. Video of the sinking posted by Miami captain Pedro Garcia soon started popping up on social media feeds everywhere. Like everyone else, we had questions. Rather than pontificating though, we decided to reach out to Captain Garcia himself.

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All is Well(craft)

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:20:00 -0000

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding sits down to talk boating trends, tech and the future of the Wellcraft brand with Beneteau's Nick Harvey.

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Meet Delivery Captain and Podcaster Zach Rollins

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:03:00 -0000

Dan sits down with Zach Rollins on his 28 Bertram. Zach has had myriad jobs in the marine industry including that of a delivery captain and Sea Tow captain. Most recently, Zach is the founder and host of the 'Along the Keel' podcast. In this episode Dan and Zach talk about new boaters, what you need to know about towing and everything in between. We hope you enjoy the episode.

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Safety at Sea

Wed, 25 May 2022 15:23:00 -0000

When things go wrong on the water, they go wrong fast. The editors discuss the most important boating safety lessons they've learned on the job and on the water.

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Toxic Waters

Tue, 17 May 2022 17:59:39 -0000

Marine Wildlife's Biggest Enemy: Wood!? Wounded Nature operations director Whit Jones explains the lesser known pollution harming coastal wildlife and how his organization is working to solve it.

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Stomping Grounds

Tue, 03 May 2022 15:38:00 -0000

From the bayou to the Rocky Mountains, and the depths of the Pacific to the sandbars of New England, Stomping Grounds is a new video series from Boat Trader that features boaters across America showcasing why they love their boat and what features make it the perfect vessel for their neck of the woods.

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Talking Boats with Maritimo’s Tom Barry-Cotter

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 16:20:25 -0000

If you’re going to run Haulover Inlet in 20-knot winds and 5- to 7-foot seas, the Maritimo M55 enclosed bridge yacht is up to the task. We know because we did it. Find out more about the design of the Aussie company’s latest vessel.

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The Most Dangerous Thing at Sea

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:13:00 -0000

Editors from Power & Motoryacht, Soundings and Passagemaker sit down in the salon of a Swift Trawler 48 with professional delivery captain Jim Marshall. A treasure trove of knowledge and sea stories, you won't want to miss this one.

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Axopar Employees to Fight the War in Ukraine

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 19:59:09 -0000

Ukrainian employees working in the boatbuilding powerhouse of Poland are laying down their tools and picking up machine guns in the war in Ukraine. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding interviews Axopar Founding Partner Jan-Erik Viitala in this special podcast.

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Capt. Bill Pike looks back on a 35-year career testing boats

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:57:19 -0000

Capt. Bill Pike opens up about the gnarliest boat test he's ever done, and why an acquaintance was confident he'd never make it in this industry.

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A Post-February Issue Breakdown

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:51:00 -0000

Now that the February 2022 issue is hitting homes and shelves, Dan and Simon discuss what went into creating the February issue from a storyboarding perspective.

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A Chat with The Qualified Captain

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 21:15:00 -0000

Sit down with Instagram’s most notorious boating influencer and you’ll quickly see that The Qualified Captain is not all about poking fun at boating snafus, it’s also about educating people so they don’t make the same mistakes.

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From the Presidential Pilot's Seat to the Sea

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 17:07:00 -0000

After years spent helping others buy their dream boat, former Marine One pilot and professional broker Matt Howard chases his own dreams.

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Traveling the Inside Passage on a Solar-Powered Boat

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 19:49:00 -0000

A father-and-son team make the 1,200-nm run up the Inside Passage to Alaska, with nothing but solar power to fuel their dream.

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How To Choose the Right Marina

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 18:55:00 -0000

Dan and Bill discuss how choosing the right marina can make or break your boating experience. Join them on this stroll down boating memory lane.

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Talking Wooden Boats with Emmy-Winning Actor Matthew Rhys

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 19:44:00 -0000

Matthew Rhys Evans and Capt. Kelli Farwell stop by to discuss the ongoing restoration of Rarebit, a 1939 Wheeler Playmate, which is available for charter around New York City.

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Adrian Shine and the Hunt for the Loch Ness Monster

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 15:18:53 -0000

There have been over a thousand reported sightings of something in Loch Ness, a lake in the Highlands of Scotland. Adrian Shine, leader of Loch Ness & Morar Project, offers his theories, and divulges his own gripping encounter with the sea monster.

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Meet The Longest Johns

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 21:51:00 -0000

Talking pirate simulators, communal songs, #ShantyTok and the exploding popularity of shanties with the Bristol, U.K.-based band, The Longest Johns, who perform a series of their favorites, including "Wellerman" and "The Mary Ellen Carter" from their upcoming album.

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The Wheeler Legacy Lives On

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:14:07 -0000

Two Wheelers, built 80 years apart, converge in Brooklyn after actor Matthew Rhys (Perry Mason, The Americans) cold calls the fourth-generation owner of the Wheeler Yacht Company. Nothing less than history is made.

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New Boats Unveiled at Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:39:00 -0000

Each year, boat manufacturers of all walks come to the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show with their latest and greatest vessels. Power & Motoryacht editors Daniel Harding and Charlie Levine attended the show to get a first-hand glimpse of these new boats that range from large yachts to center consoles. Listen in as the editors discuss the overall theme of the show and dig in on some of their favorite new models from the boating world’s top builders. Make sure to visit PMYmag.com for more.

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Jimmy Buffett’s Boat Captain

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 16:21:00 -0000

When he was in his early twenties, Vinnie Lasorsa took a job running a boat for none other than Jimmy Buffett. There’s no other musician that relates to boaters quite like Buffett and based on our conversation with Vinnie, Buffett is the real deal. In this interview we talk about the various types of fish Jimmy Buffett likes to chase, the custom 42-foot Freeman boat that Vinnie played a pivotal role in creating and we even break down the mystery of where exactly Jimmy Buffett was when he got the idea for his hit song Cheeseburger in Paradise.

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Remembering Tom Fexas and His Mark on Our Magazine

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:18:00 -0000

Legendary designer and Power and Motoryacht columnist Tom Fexas left an indelible impression that influences our writing style today. Capt. Bill Pike and Dan remember Fexas and revisit one of his most endearing columns.

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Boating with Parkinsons: Prepare to be Inspired

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 13:35:44 -0000

A battle with Parkinson's forces a pair of avid boaters to hand off their lines and walk away from their most treasured pastime and in the process teaches us all to not put life on hold.

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Bigger Storms, Bigger Decisions

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 16:54:00 -0000

With storms increasing in strength and frequency, the editors discuss their storm stories and strategies.

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Jordan, Brady and McGregor Take to Boating

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:43:00 -0000

Tom Brady, Michael Jordan and Conor McGregor have risen to incredible heights in their chosen sports. Besides being ultra-competitive, gifted athletes, these three men also have a love of boating. In the latest Power and Motoryacht Podcast, editors Simon Murray and Charlie Levine talk about the boats these iconic sports stars own. You might just be surprised to learn who the big fisherman is and who just bought a boat inspired by a Lamborghini.

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Emergency Podcast: Best Boat Finals are Underway

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 01:12:38 -0000

The editors jump on an emergency broadcast to discuss the hugely popular Best Boats Contest going on now on our Instagram channel. With hours left to vote, the Hinckley and Rybovich are in a neck-and-neck race to the finish. Vote now!

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Meet Carolina Boatbuilder Paul Mann

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:38:07 -0000

Paul Mann shares his knowledge on all things boatbuilding, from classic methods to hull shape to new materials. Find out what it takes to build a classic Carolina-style sportfishing boat. At just 25 years old, Paul Mann splashed his first custom sportfish, using the skills and know-how he picked up from some of the best-known Carolina boatbuilders of the day. That first boat, the Madd Hatter, was Paul’s dream boat and he fished it as a charter captain. But once people saw the boat leading the pack through the treacherous inlets, interest grew. He began to focus on boatbuilding full time and 30-something years later. Thirty-plus years later, Paul has decided it’s time to hang up his sanding block. He sits down with us to share some of his secrets and explain what makes a great hull.

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DEBATE: The Best Boat of All Time

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 21:36:00 -0000

Best Boat Bracket 2021. Friendships are tested as the editors debate which production boat stands atop all the rest. Warning: Things get heated. The contestants are: Bertram 31, Boston Whaler 13, Cape Dory 28, Donzi Sweet 16, Grand Banks 42 Europa, Hinckley Picnic Boat , Krogen 42, Midnight Lace, Nordhavn 46, Rybovich 42 Sportfish.

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Homeland Security Ride Along

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 14:04:16 -0000

For the upcoming First Responders themed issue of Power and Motoryacht magazine, executive editor Charlie Levine spent a day with the Air and Marine Operations, a division of the Department of Homeland Security. We dive into the tactics the interdiction agents use during on-water chases, what it’s like to run around at night with no lights, and of course the boats these agents rely on to do their very important job.

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Offshore Racing: A Conversation with Miss GEICO Crew Chief Gary Stray

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:45:00 -0000

The editors chat with Stray about 30-foot jumps, crashes, rebuilding the boat and what it's like working with legendary extreme sports star Travis Pastrana.

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Director's Cut: Al Grover's Full Story

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 18:23:00 -0000

Boaters from around the world are finding inspiration in the story of Al Grover, now 94, who was the first person to cross the Atlantic in an outboard-powered boat. We're proud to present the full story behind his epic adventure.

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Dream Boats

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 13:19:00 -0000

The Editors discuss what boat they would buy if given a blank check. We all have daydreams of the perfect boat. But what each editor fantasizes about buying may surprise you.

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Boating Supply Chain Crisis

Tue, 25 May 2021 14:22:28 -0000

Editor-in-Chief of Trade Only Jeff Moser rejoins the Power and Motoryacht crew to discuss the supply chain issues that are plaguing boaters, boatyards and boatbuilders alike.

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Boat Nuts (Re)Unite

Tue, 18 May 2021 21:09:06 -0000

With the pandemic falling off into our wake, Charlie, Dan and Simon reunite for the first time in over a year to talk about boats, the summer issue and future adventures.

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Social Obligations

Wed, 12 May 2021 15:23:21 -0000

The editors discuss how social obligations often stand in the way of the perfect boating weekend.

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Boating Legends and Icons

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:32:14 -0000

In this episode of the Power and Motoryacht podcast, Simon and Dan share the stories behind some of the most famous and infamous boating legends, including someone on their team.

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Ernest Hemingway the Boater

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:58:00 -0000

Ernest Hemingway is perhaps the most famous boater to ever ply the seas. Editors Bill Pike and Charlie Levine discuss Hemingway’s prowess as a boat owner, author and angler. The editors share some of their personal experiences from visiting Hemingway’s home in Cuba, the Finca Vigía or “Lookout Farm,” where they got to see the Pilar with their own eyes and even sneak on board. They also talk about the new PBS documentary entitled “Hemingway” by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick. Come aboard and learn more about Papa’s love of boating and what makes his vessel, the Pilar, the most important boat in American literature.

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Uncharted Waters: Not Enough Salt

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:35:54 -0000

Capt. Bill Pike reflects on time spent with an old cuss with a particular appetite and the lessons learned from him in-between meals.

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The Saltiest Dog of All Time?

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:24:00 -0000

Sinbad the U.S. Coast Guard dog lives on. Simon and Historian Mike Walling discuss the legend of Sinbad, or the saltiest dog you've never heard of.

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Palm Beach Boat Show Breakdown

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 21:50:00 -0000

The editors of Power & Motoryacht and Passagemaker debrief on their first major boat show in over a year.

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Uncharted Waters: The Golden Key

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 20:09:00 -0000

Yeah, it’s trite to say—but we are indeed all in this thing together. Is boating a great equalizer when it comes to keeping your sanity? Capt. Bill sounds off.

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Big Bad Boats: Rise of the Super Console

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:35:00 -0000

Dan and Charlie discuss the growing trend of outboard-powered monsters and the engines that move them.

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Uncharted Waters: Hey Siri

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:09:00 -0000

After calling technical support and receiving some bad news, Capt. Bill Pike fantasizes about a more helpful Siri. With over-the-phone customer service fading from the weekend-boating scene, what about that alluring little virtual assistant on your iPhone?

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Cruising with Broadway Joe Namath

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 19:49:00 -0000

From Broadway to Jupiter: Dan and Simon break down what it was like cruising with the Jets legendary quarterback on this special podcast.

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Emergency Podcast: Deep Dive on Merc's Monster V12

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 22:58:00 -0000

Merc’s new 600-hp V12 Verado isn’t just big, it operates like no other outboard has before. Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding and Executive Editor Charlie Levine breakdown the news of Mercury's monster outboard and what it means for the future of boating.

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Wax On

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:32:15 -0000

“Every time I hear an acorn rat-a-tat-tat on the roof, my mind turns to the boat under its sleepy cover in the driveway.”

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My New Crew

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 21:07:03 -0000

Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding is joined by a special guest as he revisits his January Logbook column about how fatherhood has changed his boating aspirations.

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Uncharted Waters: Zoom This

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 17:32:00 -0000

As virtual meetings pile up, Capt. Bill is gripped by an intense desire to send his laptop to Davey Jones’ locker.

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Uncharted Waters: A Dark and Stormy Night

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 15:32:00 -0000

Uncharted Waters: A Dark and Stormy Night. When we take on a new staffer, salty adventures (and misadventures) typically follow.

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In Search of Solitude

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 20:27:00 -0000

Logbook: In Search of Solitude. I’m no doctor, but I’ve found that a sunset on the water with a loyal friend can cure a whole lot of ailments.

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Sneaking Off Never Felt So Good

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 18:51:00 -0000

A fishing trip with no cell service and no headlines was just what the doctor ordered.

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Can't We All Get Along?

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 21:56:00 -0000

Pass it On: With boating participation on the rise, it's time to be patient and share the channel with newcomers.

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Fishing, Pass it On

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 17:05:00 -0000

A Father's Day Gift I'll Never Forget... An angler’s first taste of saltwater fishing is a special thing for everyone, especially Dad.

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Uncharted Waters: The Great Miami Ripoff

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 21:20:00 -0000

Boaters beware—there are ravening wolves amongst us! At the Miami boat show, the unthinkable happens: Someone steals Capt. Bill Pike's shoes! A whodunnit is set in motion.

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One Man’s Mission

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 19:04:00 -0000

I’m going to read you an excerpt from One Man’s Mission, a three-year-old story, but one that continues to resonate to this day in positive ways. A little background: Corporal Ozzie Martinez had hit rock bottom. After returning home in 2006 from two tours in Iraq, he suffered from depression. His Marine Corps company had taken the most casualties out of his battalion, and he says he had survivor’s guilt. He put on weight. He was self-medicating with alcohol. He was separated from his wife. But luckily he turned things around, starting Operation Wetvet, which aims to shine a light on PTSD.

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Island Memories of Cuttyhunk

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:45:00 -0000

The author recalls casting off to Cuttyhunk, a quirky little fishing community that’s far away from the realities of the modern world.

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Uncharted Waters: Reading in the Rack

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 15:02:00 -0000

The past several months have been rather stressful for Capt. Bill...but there’s nothing so soothing as a little free time, a snug berth and a great marine magazine.

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My Favorite Boat

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 17:47:00 -0000

Boating is all about making memories. For the author, a 17-foot runabout provided the perfect platform to spend time with his father and spur a love of the ocean.

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Logbook: A Sailing Story

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 15:13:00 -0000

Selling an old boat that he lovingly restored has Editor-in-Chief Dan Harding casting a critical eye on the “two most important days of a boater’s life.”

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Ethan Wayne Interview

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 22:02:00 -0000

John Wayne sought solace and the simple life aboard Wild Goose, his refitted U.S. Navy minesweeper. We spoke with his son Ethan to find out what kind of boater The Duke was.

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