John Kretschmer
Experienced blue-water sailor, author, and passagemaker known for books such as Sailing a Serious Ocean and for running expedition-style sailing trips; provides storytelling, seamanship insight, and reflections on cruising life in this episode.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 19min
John Kretschmer // Seam'nship, Racing, Life & NOT Retiring!
John Kretschmer, seasoned blue-water sailor and author of Sailing a Serious Ocean, shares stories and philosophy from decades at sea. He talks tech on passage, why he prefers passagemaking over racing, how narrative shapes seamanship, and plans for future voyages and a new Atlantic book. Conversation mixes practical sailing choices with life, travel, and the joys of staying engaged rather than retiring.
