Elle Fisher confronts violence, silence, and system gaps in yachting—and outlines practical reforms for Safety at Sea, from psychological screening to real accountability.

Discover how to maintain boundaries, resilience, and wellbeing during boat show season with Geraldine Hardy’s insights on self-care, healing, and personal accountability.

“Say their names. Ask the small, present questions. Share the load. We don’t cure suicide grief—we refuse to let anyone drown in it.”

Below Deck chef Tzarina Mace-Ralph opens up with host Karine Rayson about the realities behind the cameras. From burnout and hidden abuses to the urgent need for reform, she calls for an industry that protects crew, normalizes therapy, and values honesty over silence.

In yachting, communication isn’t a luxury — it’s survival. Long hours, cultural differences, and high-stress environments make voice, body language, and self-awareness critical to safety and wellbeing. Communication coach Alicia Sedgwick shares how confidence grows when voice meets purpose, why suppressed feelings turn toxic, and the tools every crew member needs to speak with clarity, set boundaries, and build trust.

The Marathon for Mental Health is uniting yacht crew worldwide from October 10–31, 2025. Led by Mel White of Seas the Mind, this flexible challenge invites crews to walk, run, or hike a marathon distance while raising vital funds for ISWAN’s 24/7 Yacht Crew Help service. With global meet-ups, team spirit, and practical onboard support tools, it’s crew caring for crew — one step at a time.

Suicide grief doesn’t whisper—it roars. Author and advocate Elle Fisher has faced it again and again: losing her mother at 16, her best friend Jess, her cousin Dakota, and her fiancé Christian. Each loss reshaped her life, from London’s music scene to the world of yachting, and finally to Mexico, where she chose deep rest over distraction. Her journey is not one of easy answers, but of resilience, survival, and the courage to speak the unspeakable.

When we lose our voice — whether through silence, fear, or conditioning — we sacrifice more than words. In this powerful reflection, Geraldine Hardy reveals why communication is the foundation of self-care, how suppressed expression impacts health, and why reclaiming your voice is essential for transformation and wellbeing.

Leadership in yachting is often viewed through the lens of hierarchy and authority. But Captain Dundas, with 18 years in the industry and 12 as a captain, sees it differently. By embracing adaptability, values-driven decision making, and two-way feedback, he has reshaped his command—and found new purpose in the role. His insights reveal how modern leadership can reduce turnover, strengthen crew culture, and bring genuine enjoyment back to the bridge.

“We’ve got too many ambulances at the bottom of the cliff. What we need are guardrails at the top.” Captain Liam Devlin and WaveWellness Founder Xanthe Bowater dive deep into what real leadership looks like onboard superyachts—where supporting crew wellbeing isn’t a perk, but a responsibility.