We are back after an extended hiatus due to our busy schedule at Kraken HQ. Dick Beaumont has been on the ground in Bodrum through the launch of the new Kraken 50. Join him for our second part of Catching up with the Millennials. Dick Beaumont will be joined by Dick Durham in the next episode for a very special sit down with David Wilkinson, all will be revealed soon! Have a question you would like to ask? Write it in the comments or email us at [email protected] For all things Blue...

This week, a lonely Dick Beaumont is joined by Adam and Khiara from Sailing Millennial Falcon for a catch up after an amazing year. We find out what they have been up to, such as Adam's new YouTube channel @TheMidshipmen and Dick explains the record year at Kraken. Dick Durham was away for this discussion but will be back in Episode 17.  Have a question you would like to ask? Write it in the comments or email us at [email protected] For all things Blue Water Cruising, check out...

We're Back! After an extended hiatus the two Dicks are back on the airwaves. It has been a crazy year for Kraken Yachts and Ocean Sailor and unfortunately the podcast had to be put on hold. We are happy to share that we have new episodes already recorded and further podcasts planned so stay tuned. The first podcast of the year is the second part of our discussion with SV Delos's Brian Trautman, delving into the psychology of the sea and especially the Captain's chair.  Have a question you...

In the first of a series of discussions with multiple guests about psychology of ocean sailing, we are joined by SV Delos's Brian Trautman. In this episode Brian and the two Dick's discuss the highs and the lows of bringing new crew onboard and responsibilities of the captain's chair. If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at [email protected] or through any of the Ocean Sailor social channels. 

This week, we are joined once again by Adam and Khiara from the YouTube channel Sailing Millennial Falcon for part 2 of what makes a true blue water yacht. Adam and Khiara chose a Tayana 42 to start their sailing adventures, a happy coincidence as Dick Beaumont's previous boat was also a Tayana.  If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at [email protected] or through any of the Ocean Sailor social...

After a short break, the two Dicks are back! This week, we are joined by Adam and Khiara from the YouTube channel Sailing Millennial Falcon to discuss what makes a true blue water yacht. Adam and Khiara chose a Tayana 42 to start their sailing adventures, a happy coincidence as Dick Beaumont's previous boat was also a Tayana.  If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at [email protected] or through...

The two Dicks are once again joined by Michelle Segrest, author of How to Battle Seasickness: 100 Tips to Help You Get Your Sea Legs. We discuss other methods that can help with seasickness and talk about more personal experiences out on the waves. Dick Durham brings one experience to the table we would rather forget!  We would love to hear if you suffer from seasickness and leave us a comment if you have any tips or remedies that work for you. If you would like to get in touch with our...

This week the two Dicks are joined by Michelle Segrest, author of 'How to Battle Seasickness: 100 Tips to Help You Get Your Sea Legs' which is available on Amazon as a Kindle download or paperback. Michelle researched the topic extensively to help her manage seasickness whilst sailing around the world. We discuss personal experiences and Michelle lets us know some of her top tips she has discovered throughout her research.  We would love to hear if you suffer from seasickness so we have...

This week the two Dicks are joined once again by Behan and Jamie Gifford of SV Totem and discuss how others have judged their decision to sail around the world with their family. We also talk about the real costs of cruising and how Behan and Jamie can help you take that first step to adventure with their cruiser counselling.   If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at [email protected] or through...

Welcome to the seventh episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are joined by Behan and Jamie Gifford of SV Totem who circumnavigated with their three children. We discuss the challenges and benefits of homeschooling onboard and how visiting cultures like the people of Papua New Guinea can provide something no classroom ever can.    If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback,...

Welcome to the sixth episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are once again joined by Gerry Northwood OBE who details areas to avoid when sailing and what to do if you are captured. If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to the fifth episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are joined by Gerry Northwood OBE who explains how, as Commander of the British navy contingent, they eliminated Somalian piracy in the North Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea. If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact us at [email protected].

Welcome to the fourth episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont are joined once again by ocean sailor Rene Tiemessen as we hear the second part of his interview. Rene talks about his return leg through 'pirate alley' and the aftermath of his experiences whilst we further discuss the topic of carrying firearms on board your yacht. If you would like to get in touch with our hosts with any questions or would like to leave us some feedback, contact...

Welcome to the third episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont discuss piracy and the debate of bringing firearms onboard. We are joined by ocean sailor Rene Tiemessen who has first hand experience of being held at gunpoint by Somali pirates. 

Welcome to the second episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast. This week, our hosts Dick Durham and Dick Beaumont discuss the effects of climate change on sailing. Plus we introduce our guest, trans-Atlantic sailor and Author Max Liberson. Copyright Ocean Sailor 2021.

Welcome to the first episode of The Ocean Sailor Podcast.  This week, we introduce our hosts - renowned yachting Journalist, Dick Durham, and Dick Beaumont - the founder and owner of Kraken Yachts.  They talk all things Ocean Sailing, explore the origins and motivations behind Kraken Yachts & Ocean Sailor, and delve deep into the fundamentals of what it takes to sail around the world.  Copyright Ocean Sailor 2020.