The Boat Princess Podcast
Episodes
Do a Stunt Powerboat Drive double for Cameron Diaz? Sure. Too easy. Sarah Donohue crushes it.
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We often speak about being a minority in a male dominated industry as being a potential disadvantage but maybe sometimes it can actually be an advanta...
Mike's enthusiasm is infectious. Maybe that's why his product has more than 90% of the market in the boating industry in his space.
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Reischmann - CEO Kenyon Grills There are some people you meet in business who are clearly building a product… and then there are those who are ...
It's the Biggest Boat Show in Europe but who's responsible??
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Cannes Yachting Festival — where the sun hits the water just right, the pontoons are basically catwalks, and you can walk from a 5-me...
A conversation with Will Green, CEO of Princess Yachts at Cannes Yachting Festival
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Princess Yachts is not a brand that sponsors me or I am directly linked to, but my first decent size motor yacht was a Princess, so it has to be said,...
Leading The Magenta Project - My conversation with Victoria Low the CEO
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I am finishing off 2025 with a very important guest who leads an incredibly inspirational project that is dear to my heart in my continuous goal to ha...
Fairline Yachts has had its tumultuous times – has it sailed into safe hands now?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fairline Yachts has had its tumultuous times – has it reached safe hands now? The boating industry is going through a transition period for the next...
Sas Stein - A rising tide lifts all boats
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I have something a little different for you. I am venturing outside the Boating Industry into the Hospitality Industry and the timing of the rel...
Diving into her own business with Olivia White of Browns International Yacht Brokerage
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I always say the best "job" you can have is one you create for yourself. I am a perfect example - I offered to help out at the Boat Brokerage at our m...
From the ugly to the perfection - my fun chat with Vasco
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As I fly to Monaco Yacht Show tomorrow I thought I might share one of my favourite superyacht brand interviews with you. Vasco Buonpensiere is one of ...
Dipping my toes into Boating in Scotland with the lovely Ashlee Lally
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ok, so I will admit, as an Aussie that grew up in the UK that is constantly chasing the sunshine for my boating, Scotland would not be the first place...
The Superyacht Industry - it's mental health challenges in a different light
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cherise Reedman – Yacht Pearls of Wisdom and the Superyacht Laundry Podcast Working on a superyacht can be mentally challenging – in fact the trag...
You don't have to start in the Boating Industry to rise to the very top of it!
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In fact you can study and start your career in Theatre Production Management..and jazz bars. In this interview I chat with Frank Hugelmeyer – Presid...
What does the future of boating look like in the Red Sea?
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zandra Sissing - Senior Manager - Marina - Red Sea Global may be an articulate and softly spoken interviewee but she has an underlying strength of cha...
Inspiring advice on how to overcome your fears from Sarah Psaila NZ Coastguard
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All of us - no matter what gender - go through moments of self doubt. Women though - maybe more so. In this podcast Sarah inspires us with how she ove...
Wild by name....Wildly good by nature
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses usually start because of a need, a problem that needs to be solved or a sheer passion someone has to drive it. Wildchix, the brainc...
Exploring the Middle East - John WR Paul and Wyndham Tops
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dubai Boat Show was an amazing experience for me this year. I met some incredible people, presented on stage, enjoyed the media walk with fellow marin...
It's Boat Show time in Shanghai and Singapore so let's chat with one of the boating industry experts in the region...
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Su Lin Cheah It’s amazing to find how many people “find themselves” in the boating industry. My next guest, the fabulous Su Lin Cheah did exactl...
Are Gulf Craft leading the way? Yacht Design and Growth Explored
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Life is full of incredible moments when you make them happen, and for me interviewing Abeer AlShaali – Deputy Managing Director of Gulf Craft Inc an...
Taking on the Ocean....a Media Superstar...Ocean Media - Hillary Buckman
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hillary Buckman is the Founder and Managing Director of Ocean Media Australia - including Ocean and Sails magazine, Great Southern Route Superyacht Gu...
Stories from Venice...from James Bond to the World Marinas Conference all in one boating industry chat!
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being part of the boating industry means I get to call some pretty amazing people friends. Alberto Sonino is one of those friends. As an owner of a ma...
A word from the wise to the Boating Industry from one of it's legends
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Interviewing Michele J Goldsmith is like gaining wise knowledge from a woman with such an array of world experience that you feel enlightened by the e...
A Rising Star in the Ocean of Eden - Edencraft Boat Builders
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Josie Eastman was pulled into the boating industry by a family that believed she would bring a fresh and modern approach to it, and along with her str...
Champagne and Boats - They both need a good Captain
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've had a short break from publishing episodes at the end of 2024 but believe me we are coming back with a bang in 2025 - or should I say a POP of C...
Sitting in the Royal Thames Yacht Club with Peter Methven OBE
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So exciting! I found a living riverside legend, and I can't wait for you to met Peter Methven OBE. With his calm and soothing voice, Peter takes us ...
Public Relations spindoctor, Charlotte Sampson charms the boating world with colour and confidence.
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Associate Director of McKenna Townsend, Charlotte Sampson, sat down with me at the Royal Thames Yacht Club, London, to chat about the vast landscape o...
Exploring the world of boating through the lens of digital creator Ben Taylor
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this fireside chat (actually on a Rooftop in France in my casual look - had no idea Ben was going to video this, I suppise I should have guessed!),...
Live from London with Joe Lynch, CEO of ICOMIA bringing the boating industry together
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Now I will admit, my travels around the world have seen me cross paths with many within and upon the fringes of the boating and marine industry, but t...
'Friendship is like an anchor, providing strength, stability and support during turbulant times' a sailors safety with Suzy Chisholm
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is something soothing and special about being on or near the water. Whether it's seeing the vast horizon that opens up a whole world of endless ...
Part 2: The Adventurous Tech Starter, Jasper Smith, turned designer of sustainable 'explorer vessels' Arksen Part 2
17 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Part 2 of my conversation with Jasper Smith. If you haven't heard Part 1 - go back and listen and this episode will make so much mor...
The Adventurous Tech Starter, Jasper Smith, turned designer of sustainable 'explorer vessels' Arksen
10 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'Without a healthy ocean, we don't have healthy humans'. That is the philosphy of today's guest, Jasper Smith, a design engineer who has previousl...
The America's Cup's Australian Womens Team making history and memories Lisa Darmanin and Annie Wilmont
03 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I welcome another two inspirational women from Australia's first America's Cup Team that will be competing in the covetted event being held in B...
First Australian Women's Team in The America's Cup - Nina Curtis and Sarah Hoffman
27 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here's another first, my interview with our first Australian Women's Team in the America's Cup and the excitement that is building for the Barcelona C...
From Anchors to Associations, Advisory and Awards, with Mike 'Stars Wars' Jarvin
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I am back in Sydney sitting down with Michael Jarvin, who has spent the last 40 years building, developing, representing, operatin...
Big boating conversations from the balcony of a French Terrace with Anne Dunbar
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to The Boat Princess podcast and today I am coming to you from the other side of the world at the ICOMIA Congress in La Rochelle, France....
Collaborating with the Director of the World Sailing Trust, Victoria Low. Reuse and Repurpose.
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I am debriefing with Victoria Low, from The World Sailing Trust after delivering an amazing 2 hour workshop on the Carbon Fibre Sector Allianc...
Hullbot technology is an underwater drone keeping hulls in optimal condition and reducing the environmental impact.
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So if you thought I could talk underwater, I've found my match. Lily and Tom, From Hullbot.com share their amazing story with me in this two-part se...
On the stands of The Miami Boat Show with Suzuki, Yamaha and Mercury Marine
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Everyone, I'm coming to you from the Miami Boat Show in this episode. Following on from ICOMIA episode with Darren Vaux and Jeff Wasil, where they...
Sitting on the dock of the bay with Jeff Wasil talking all things gaseous emissions, bioassay analysis, life-cycle emissions and alternative fuels
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Wasil is the Director of the National Marine Manufactures Association (NMMA) and I caught up with him at the recent Miami Boat Show. Not only i...
Finding a pathway to Decarbonisation for the Recreational Marine Industry with Darren Vaux Part 2
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
And we are back with Part 2 of my conversation with Darren Vaux, President of ICOMIA where he continues to unpack the research undertaken by Ricardo p...
Finding a pathway to Decarbonisation for the Recreational Marine Industry with Darren Vaux
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a Part 1 of this episode, where I sat down with Darren Vaux, the President of ICOMIA, who have commissioned The Pathways to Decarbonisation fo...
Lisa Blair Part 2: Stories of Survival and Adventure in the Southern Waters of the world.
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here it is, Part 2 of the incredibly courageous, committed and kind Lisa Blair interview, a world recording holder and solo sailor whose goal and lega...
A world record breaking individual's decision creates collective positive change for our climate crisis - Lisa Blair
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So this is the first half of my interview with Lisa Blair. Last night I was at the launch of her documentary that shares the reality of sailing solo...
Dynamic Super Yacht Designer Duo Dasha and Claire embed sustainability in products and training
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm chatting with the Creative Director, Dasha Moranova who not only set out to revolutionise the superyacht spa experience, with invi...
The Magenta Project is the inlet for women into boating - with Meg Riley
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well guys if you are currently multi - tasking this is your warning you may become completed distracted and absorbed in this episode. I recently ...
DSNM taking Super Yachts from A to B in the digital world of navigation
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with DSNM's Chief Operating Officer, Alicia Store, a woman in boating who started her journey with Sunseeker at the age of 20, ...
Top Tips for Boating 2023
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here are your tope 10 tips for boating! As we are well and truly into our Australian summer, these pointers are a reminder of some things to consider ...
Michelle Hildyard shares insights when sailing blind in all kinds of weather and conditions.
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Michelle Hildyard, shares how her love of boating from a young age led to a career and partner in the boating industry. With boats exploring a...
Sharing sailing stories from The Arc by Melanie Symes
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation I chat with Melanie Symes, from Innova Marina, who brings twenty-five years’ of experience in the nautical industry, working at...
Olympic Sailor Shirley Robertson on the shores of Portugal 2023
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
WOW this one just blows me away. In this episode I am sitting down with Olympic Sailor Shirley Robertson where she shares her pathway into competition...
A world class innovator, a genuine leader in the Marine Industry - John Hogan
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm swapping stories with John Hogan, CEO at Superior Jetties and a Board Member of the Marina Industries Association. For 30 years Su...
Innovation meets the demand for preventative maintenance with the invention of Hullbot
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So this is for the boat techies, the social sailors and the able sea people who want to spend more time enjoying their boat, instead of cleaning it. ...
She’s Back - Nona Pedersen is the CEO of YESSSS......marketing for the Boating and Yachting Industry
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
She's Back! Two years ago we spoke with Nona Pedersen at the International Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on the Gold Coast, and at the time she was the G...
Luxurious linen from Heirlooms is the lighthouse standard every yacht and superyacht, not to mention the Megayachts.
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that the calm melodic sounds of water lapping combined with the gentle rocking of the ocean waves will ensure a good nights sleep, but I'm...
Freedom Boat Club heads down under
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm excited to speak with David Kurczewski, the General Manager Shared Services Asia-Pacific, at Freedom Boat Club with a special Aust...
From an obscure conversation emerged a successful career in chartering and events.
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with the owner of Chapman Yachting, Debbie Leenderts. They are renowned for being the most revolutionary and customer-centric y...
Conversations in car from the Factory Floor to Destination Dubai
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Boat Lovers! This is a special episode in the lead up to the International Boat Show at Sanctuary Cove. Recently Darren and I were Hosted by A...
Setag is changing the hearts, minds and interiors of boating.
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm speaking with Chris Gates owner and director of Setag Yachts. You'll hear his vision of boating in the future and his love of pr...
Onboard the Superyachts of the world with Marcela
22 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of The Boat Princess Podcast, live from Dubai. We are sitting on a beautiful terrace overlooking the beautiful city. Today ...
Steering the Boating Industry in a Different Direction with Unique Designs
25 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After finding her love of design at the tender age of 7, Sarah declared to her parents she wanted to be an interior 'disaster' instead of a 'designer'...
Marketing, Magazines and Making Waves in Boating with Sophia
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi guys, I'm back in London and bringing you another round of interviews from our international guests from the Boating World. In this episode I speak...
Monika Lemajic wore the hard hat in a boat yard, but has a soft side in the board room
24 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Monika Lemajic who has had an incredible career in the marine industry, and at 36 is now managing over 9000 marine assets...
Cantiere Delle Marche explores the seven seas with me
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From a single idea, the vision of Paul Miletta started on the crest of the Global Crisis Crash in 2008, and he has rode the alternating waves of chang...
The waves of change just keep coming with Nicole WATTS from Maritime NSW
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm going to preface this episode with a warning: This woman is unstoppable and together with her team and tenacity have brought you the changes and c...
It’s going to be smooth sailing in 2023 for this Boat Princess
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm heading straight into the headwinds this year with a plan to bring you the stories and pathways into the Marine and Boating Industry. This is a ...
Young Women On The Open Waters with Zoe Thomson
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zoe Thomson is a young Perth woman who has spent her life on, in and around the water. From the age of 7, Zoe took herself off to sailing school and f...
Designing a life by the sea with Charlotte from Princess Yachts
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I spontaneously chat with Charlotte Jones, the Princess Yachts Marketing Coordinator. With her youth full of memories by the sea and...
Where it all began, A conversation with my Dad
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My dad and I had some amazing adventures messing around on boats when I was young. Today I sit down with him and chat about the fond and remarkable ...
Andrea Francolini captures the beauty of the seas and his subjects in one shot
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A long time in the making, this conversation with Andrea Francolini compelled me back to time spent in Italy and I am grateful for our time together. ...
The Catamaran is a hull-of-lot of Boat with Mark Elkington CEO of Iliad Catamarans
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With two hulls, catamarans provide a volume like no other. Today I'm speaking with Mark Elkington, CEO of Iliad Catamarans who manufacture and sell...
The Boat Princess Update and Interview with one of our younger boating crew - Chloe
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I give you an update on all things The Boat Princess, a brand that started 2 years with the intention to create awareness about the ca...
Andy and Pete : Princess Yacht Design that delivers forward thinking details with a difference
01 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So for this episode I again come to you from the UK, a trip that just keeps on giving and this interview is no different. I caught up with Andy and Pe...
Women Can Be What They Can Sea
17 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So in this episode I'm coming to you from Princess Yachts in Plymouth where I was fortunate to spend time with many amazing people from the boating wo...
Setag is rebuilding the Super Yacht world from the inside out with Ellie Gates
03 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Setag is a yacht refurbishment business built on the knowledge collected over years of industry experience. Ellie Gates who is the daughter of the S...
Mothers in Boating throw LIfe Jacket to mums who are drowning in doubt
20 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So in this episode we turned starboard and tack our way through the challenges of motherhood in the boating industry. Emma and Danielle are successf...
200 Miles from the nearest English Coastline with Miles Moorehouse
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As I prepared for this interviewed I sat with my guest MIles Moorehouse, the man behind the Fairline Brand, in a room watching a 58 foot yacht sail pa...
Building Boats with Bill Barrow from Princess Yachts
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is another incredible conversation from my UK trip where I was treated to a tour of the Princess Yachts International factory. I caught up with...
Princess at home in Plymouth with Alison Thompson from Princess Yachts
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I travelled to Plymouth for a VIP tour of Princess Yachts, where I spoke to Alison Thompson, the Head of Learning and Development. A...
The Great ’Ocean’ Alexander
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview we come to you live from the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on the Gold Coast, May 2022. A fabulous opportunity to catch up with old fri...
Alisha King is not just changing the tide, she is creating it!
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you so much! The Boat Princess Podcast has recently celebrated it's first bithday and this is our 26th Episode. We couldn't have done it without...
Leslie Robinson is on course to creating the change
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, I speak with Lesley Robinson. She is the CEO of British Marine, an executive main board director with specific responsibility fo...
Half way around the world with World Class Sail GP Guest Chaser and Photographer Jason Ludlow
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was a spontaneous one that turned out to be awesome! My good friend Jason Ludlow met up with Darren and I at a pub on a recent trip to th...
Sara set her sights on being Strong and Successful regardless of stereotypes
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sara Anghel, was at the time of this interview the first female President of ICOMIA (in it's 55 year history) the global marine association. During ou...
Australian Super Yacht Soiree 26 February 2022
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a bit of different episode we just know you are going to love. On the 26 February, Australian Super Yacht held its annual soiree. An amazing e...
Cellar By Sea takes innovation to a whole new sea level
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with the innovative and persistent Mel Moss. The owner of Cellar by Sea spent 8 months on a never before application to the ...
Big Boats and Bigger Parties With Super Yacht Australia
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christine Roberts is a well known woman in boating. Sponsorships and Membership Manager for AIMEX, Super Yacht Australia and Australian Commercial Mar...
Super Yacht Australia CEO and the Soiree of the Year 2022
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So in this episode I sat down for a chat with Super Yacht CEO David Good. He is also the CEO of AIMEX, the Australian International Marine Export Gr...
Things to consider when choosing a marina for your boat
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm sharing the considerations and the thoughts you may or may not have thought of before choosing a marina for your boat. As you kn...
A Lifetime of Adventures on the High Seas
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a very special episode introducing John Lawler, our Marina Manager of 17 years. He not only shares his life long adventures and passion for bo...
Style on the high seas with Duncan Curnow
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I am speaking to the incredible force that is Duncan Curnow, owner and partner of Ross and Whitcroft and Quality Marine Clothing. We c...
Story of a girl and her boat.
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Kaylie. Kaylie's career has been in the world of hotels and getaways and she currently works with me in my Venus Getaways...
The different ways to own a boat
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I explore all the ways you can enjoy the benefits of boating and the different ways to own a boat. From Boat Club and Commercial Boat ...
She is a special member of our boating family
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sat down with Michelle, our Office Manager at Empire Marina Bobbin Head. I was excited because we actually got to chat in person (...
Brett - ‘I‘ve got the best job in the world, literally metres from the water‘s edge‘.
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with our amazing tenant from Mako Marine, Brett Tattersall. He is a boat painter, and passionate about the work he does and t...
Crossing Oceans to Create Change : Kay Cottee
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this, my final episode with Kay, she shares her incredible achievements on boards and committees for the development of the Sea Muesum and other ch...
Tracy Souris - Childhood boating adventures created a strong and successful women
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing my good friend, Tracy Souris. She is the Marina Manager at Sydney Boathouse. In this episode she shares how the largest Drystack storag...
Nona Pedersen talks barnacles, boat care and the Propspeed Brand
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From DIY to Professional marine tradies, antifouling, protection and maintenance protects underwater metals against corrosion and keeps them free from...
Adventures of The Sailor Girl - Nic Douglass
28 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 7 - The Sailor Girl - Nic Douglass In this episode I talk to Nic Douglass, world class sailor with multiple medals and championships spanning ...
The Boat Princess speaks with Alanta from Princess Yacht's
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the episode where Nicky speaks with marketing manager, Alanta from Princess Yachts, the Australian distributor and winner of the 2021 Marketin...
Kay Cottee is something special, from humble to the Sailing Hall of Fame
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Back to The Boat Princess Podcast. This is the second part of my interview with Kay Cottee and we are still chatting as we overlook the mighty...
The Woman At The Helm of the Marina Industries Association : CEO, Suzanne Davies
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m talking to Suzanne Davies, CEO of the Marina Industries Association. Suzanne has had a successful career spanning over 30 years in service...