Above Deck

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 8 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Cooper’s inability to to keep a secret, Furries, Suzanne and Will, the night docking, Sugar Baby, Luke packing and Coop’s reaction, Luke’s inspirational speech, Gen’s plan to not be negative, Kat and Coop’s relationship, Gael and Nathan struggles, the night out and the windy night. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Natalya Scudder being detained by immigration, our sail with Daisy and Everything Zen, book fairs and bee stings, Cletus the mouse, Sarah’s hamster breeding program, Sarah’s dead backpack snake, Cooper’s pet sn...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 7 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Sugar Baby, Amy the Matchmaker, Joy’s one-liners, the bachelors, continued sheetgate fallout, a call to Norma, Kelli getting flak online, dog hats, the picky primary, Luke’s apology, Billy calls his gf, Coop’s medical emergency, Joy’s distress, horseback riding and Luke to the bridge. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss our upcoming watch party (July 27th at Odyssey Bottle Shop), Joy and Kayley on WWHL, resin art keychains, Yacht Mess Live in Charleston, Luke’s ex-gf, major tea about Sailing Yacht Season 4, Fraser and Matt Roger...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 6 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: thoughts about our Joe Bradley interview, Gen and Luke’s miscommunication, Gael feels alone, Aesha and Nathan helping w/ Luke’s dinner plan, Joy keeping her guard up, the love triangle crumbles, the news of “Sheetgate” spreads, the matchmaking charter, Sarah’s party trick and Nathan learns the truth. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss our upcoming watch party (July 27th at Odyssey Bottle Shop), filling out our preference sheets for Everything Zen Sailing, Johnny Damon’s tip amount, Kizzi got married, a listener comment, Ask Us Anything, Cl...

Sarah and Kelli talk to Joe Bradley, deckhand from Below Deck Med Seasons 9 -11. Topics include: working in the French Riviera, and update on his mum, his friendship with Cooper, Liverpool, being present, Joe’s advice for Luke, the status of his relationship with Nathan, his desire to have a sit down with Gael, his biggest regret, going to therapy, hurting V last season, taking accountability, what’s to come this season and being confused for the “other Joe Bradley” An Above Deck interview is out now!

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 5 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Kelli’s b-day, the title of this episode, Nathan’s sheets, games of Gen, Cooper’s Rules of Dating, 90’s hair, the Charleston handshake, “Deck Daddy”, 2 excursions in 1 day, Kat’s Game of Thrones tour, low chairs, dragons from Harry Potter, Fatal Attraction and Gen and Luke’s late night talk. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss our upcoming watch party (July 27th at Odyssey Bottle Shop), we tease our event happening Fan Fest Weekend, the dark dinner, an update on the camera operator that saved Ashton, Eddy on Yacht Me...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 4 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: our Med Watch Party July 27th, A-hole Joe in the bridge, love notes, dark dinner, escape room, Joy’s ring, Kat’s Gilmore Girls childhood, Now and Then, The Sandlot, the $50,018 tip, the night out, Coop

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 3 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Aaron Karo’s Ruminations email list, Nathan’s hot head, only children, Joe’s issue with Gael, the night out, Kelli’s theory about dance partners, Cooper’s skincare routine, Kayley not wanting anything serious, Johnny Damon’s baseball career, Aesha picks her 2nd stew, Adis leaving, Gen’s love Post-it note, the crew dealing with Josef, Capt. Sandy’s advice for Nathan, the Roman Empire and Josef calls his lawyer before going to the bridge. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Sarah meeting a barnacle expert, Hayu Fan Fest in...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 2 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Sarah’s plans with Cooper’s mom, Gen’s desire to be 2nd stew, anchor watch, wind-o-meter, Kelli’s overnights on WNCI, quirky crew members, Nathan’s talk with Capt. Sandy, reading Men’s Health, Chef Joy’s culinary education, Malibu Coke, peacocks, exotic animals in Ohio, cliff jumping, Vegas night, Ratatouille, FaceTiming Grandma, a rough docking, baby Kayden visits, Joe’s bad news, the first crew night out and the argument between Joe and Nathan. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Bravo Fan Fest, Eddy vs. Watch What Crapp...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 11, Episode 1 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: new crew members, leaving doors open, the Nathan and Joe fallout, tall deckhands, Kayley’s energy, Luke’s PR photo, kids that grow up in NYC, party boats, hitting the dock, Gen Lillie not wanting to be bossed around, Bravolytics graphic of who follows who, dancers’ heart dresses and Chef Joy’s first dinner. In “Is Anyone Here a Marine Biologist?” Sarah tells us about moray eels, pufferfish, barnacles on sea turtles, remoras, trumpetfish and the incredible sand perch. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the Down Under After...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 18 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: the term “Wanker”, Ben sleeping in the made-up guest cabin, Capt Jason’s HOD meeting, thoughts on Ellie, Brandon’s arrival, flying private, guest preferences, the seafood extravaganza, personalized budgy smugglers, talking underwater, the bagel issue, 7 deadly sins dinner, Patrick’s sophomoric palate, pizza on a cake stand, Jenna getting her stripes back, the last night out and we guess who will come back next season. In “Is Anyone Here a Marine Biologist?” we are joined by Marc MacNamara! In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the FYC in LA, the...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 17 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: the fish dinner, seagulling, Ben asking to promote Ellie, Eddy gets the helmet, comment cards, repeat charter guests Brandon and Carmen, Alesia wants a promotion, table inching, Ben sleeping in the guest cabin and the Joao-Ben showdown. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the After Show, Yacht Mess Podcast Live in London, Barbie, Eddy and Capt. Kerry on WWHL, charter guests James and Garrett behind the bar, a Bravo Fan Fest pub crawl and what Eddy was actually listening to. Watch Chef Dave on Beat Bobby...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Below Deck Down Under with Chef Stu. Topics include: Stu’s opinion of Chef Ben, working at TGI Fridays, Ellie butting heads with Daisy, getting provisions in the Caribbean, sous chef vs. kitchen helper, making cookies, soapy eggs, the lack of garnishes, Daisy talking under her breath, serving a whole fish, boatmances, Bravo Fan Fest, what else Stu is watching (Imperfect Women, Friends and Neighbors, Devil Wears Prada 2), the Bethenny Frankel/ Lexi shoe debacle, Stu’s trip to Ireland, The Traitors, DWTS and cookbooks.

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 16 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Chaos on the night out, rum punch, Jenna’s late night rampage, Eddy finding Jenna in bed with Ben, Capt. Jason’s advice, Manscapers and Backyard Envy, Eddy moves on, Joao and Daisy’s date night, Jenna losing her stripe and whole fish for dinner. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Below Deck folks in NYC, the BDDU After Show, the Below Deck Med preview, Kelli’s OG conspiracy theory and Bravo Fan Fest in Charleston. I’m eating a skeleton over here and a new episode of...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Bravo’s big announcement that Bravo Fan Fest will be in Charleston, SC this year! Topics include: the deets, ticket cost, VIP, WWHL tapings, press passes?, the fine print, bag policy, where to stay, how to get around, Bravo locations, Charleston October weather, concerns about hurricane season, other events, a creator gathering?, Miami Fan Fest, other shows/movies that filmed here, a walking tour of downtown, Leva’s restaurants, Patricia’s house and our ideas for a Bravo-themed walking tour. Are you coming to Bravo Fan Fest?

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 15 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Ellie vs. Daisy, how Barbie and Ellie know each other, pigeons, Daisy reaches out to Fraser, Barbie’s arrival, getting the smell of fish off your hands, Around the World Dinner, Betul docks the boat, Jenna’s flirty text, the night out, Joao asks for clarification, Jenna becoming the villain of the season and Sarah’s 5th grade boyfriends. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the article about Joao in the Majorca Daily Bulletin, Fraser’s TikTok, a call for “Yachties: Where Are They Now?” and the BDDU Aft...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 14 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Ben’s 2 phones, lagoon night, foiled plans, Daisy and Joao’s snuggle, Mike’s firing, a Tom Green doppelgänger, hot tub observations, Ellie’s fables, room swaps, getting stuck in elevators, Ace Ventura 2, 80’s night and a shrimp cocktail power struggle. Sarah analyzes the latest Watch What Crappens Fish Report in “Is Anyone Here a Marine Biologist?” In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the final spots to sail with Daisy w/ Everything Zen Sailing, Mike and Joe Bradley working together, our new TikTok, the BDDU After Show and...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 13 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Jenna’s cabin hopping, Capt. Jason is furious, granola bars, the leopard theme, Daisy’s talk with Alesia and Mike, Ben vs Daisy, how to clean a toilet, Jenna and Eddy’s breakup, chocolate cake/vanilla essence, Joao pushing Capt. Jason down the slide, Daisy’s “I told you so” moments, the Sphinx of it all, a strip tease for Mama Joanna, homemade cookies, the HOD dinner, crimped hair, Mike’s season high and mixed messages from Jenna. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss our weekend together in Ch...

Sarah talks to Eddy, deckhand from Below Deck Down Under Season 4. Topics include: Watching Jenna sneak into Ben’s room, Katina’s challenging layout, deck challenges, his friendship with Mike, what he did after the season, New Zealand, rugby, his time in the UK, working with Gael Cameron in Australia, how he knows Danni Warren, dressing in drag, a food fight scene we didn’t see, being recognized from RHOSLC and the next time he’s on WWHL. An Above Deck interview is out now!

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 12 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Joao’s cake, Mike jumping in the marina, Primary Tyler on Botched, Alesia and Mike fighting, the day off, Ben’s camera, Eddy wants to get MARRIED, Mike’s meddling, Joao hurting Ellie’s feelings, the producer that talks off camera, Ben’s invite to the master, Joao’s attempts to be “just friends”, Eddy and Jenna’s date, Ellie ends things and Jenna sneaking into the master. Sarah presents her second rendition of “Is Anyone Here a Marine Biologist?” In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the BDDU After Show, a...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 11 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: The debut of our custom resin art keychains!, Daisy being scared of Ellie, Damon’s ribs, Ernesto the fire dancer, drag night, dish soap in the eggs, snorkeling, Mike blows the surprise, Joao’s birthday cake, Eddy is FUNNY, the mid-season trailer and Daisy has HAD IT! It’s the debut of our new segment “Is Anyone Here a Marine Biologist?” In Hot Tub Convo we discuss sailing with Daisy and Everything Zen, the BDDU After Show and a listener comment. Can we just be friends? A new episo...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 10 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: The Ben and Ellie sit down, comment cards, Joao + Daisy flirtation, why Jenna got the helmet, Shrek references, Joao’s massage, Pizza Train/Scooby's, Pick-Me-Sia, Jenna’s frustration, we need more Betul!, NYC charter guests, Ellie’s bold move, crew lineup, a nighttime beach setup, and we debate Alesia’s awareness. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss our April Fool's Day joke, Jenna and Michelle Collins on WWHL, The BDDU After Show, Trevor Walker’s DUI arrest and a Summer House conspiracy theory. The Theme of This Episod...

arah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 9 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Ellie reaching her breaking point, pet names, Capt Jason intervening, a tiny island, the vow renewal and watery eggs. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Alesia’s WWHL appearance, the BDDU After Show, Adair on Vanderpump Villa, a request for reviews, how to be a charter guest on Down Under in Tahiti next season and Captain Jason on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Send back those watery eggs - a new episode of Above Deck is out now!

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 8 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Jenna’s van-ride speech, pet names, Ben’s morning swim, Alesia’s organization project, Joao/Daisy flirtation, paper airplane, a twerking accident, Pride Night, Mike’s omelet request, galley tension and Ellie’s final straw. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Below Deck OG filming wrapping in Thailand, Eddy’s appearance on WWHL, the BDDU After Show, new keychain merch, Captain Glenn on Yacht Mess, a listener conspiracy and a double standard onboard. Could that hat BE any bigger? A new episode of Above Deck is out now!

We are off this week so we’re sharing a sneak peek of some of our bonus content from Patreon. This is the pre-pod from episode 268. Topics include: Sarah’s review of the JVN Air Dry Cream, group chat with BGSU college friends, House of Villains, The Burbs on Peacock, Summer House, Mad Men, RHOBH, an update on our 26 for 2026 lists, Kelli’s Night at the Museum, Ohio Village, clearing phone photos, Kelli’s new pilates routine, a photo book update, Instagram recipes, closet cleanout, a crafternoon, Kelli ramping up to watch Lord of the Rings and we answer listener q...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 7 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Coconut water and ice, Jenna’s beautiful tablescape, snacks, apple pie calzone, Ellie and Joao discussing the “wine date”, Alesia’s overwhelming list, Mike’s work ethic, Ben not helping Ellie clean, stains on white clothes, a jealous dinner, Capt. Dreamboat delivers the helmet, MEOW, Jenna tells Eddy how it is and our hopes for the upcoming 4-day charter. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the BDDU After Show, Aesha’s Wedding and Ellie and Christina Applegate on WWHL. She’s a stage five clinger, and a new episode o...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 6 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Alesia’s jealousy, Mike’s gossip train, peanut M&Ms, Kelli’s theory about the marina, oven trouble, Sarah’s first cell phone, repeat charter guests, a pufferfish edit, the “dock date”, reading texts, the lack of snacks, the beach picnic and Ben’s conversation with the primary. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the BDDU After Show, Kate Chastain and Chef Ben on WWHL, what’s new on Patreon, Emile Kotze’s lawsuit against Bravo and we answer a listener question. Eddy was Jenna’s first mustache, and a...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 5 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: swimsuit troubles, galley slowdowns, cake vs. abs, salt-encrusted fish, crisp sheets, Mike’s grooming habits, denim and diamonds, Ellie vs. Jenna, the first Daisy and Ben conflict, Captain Jason’s awkward conversation with the guests, comment cards, Ben’s luxurious night, Ellie’s question for the table, Alesia’s jealousy, Truth or Dare and a love triangle forming. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the BDDU After Show, our appearances on the Gabbing with Gib and Don’t Let it Stu podcasts, a message from a listener abo...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 4 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Ellie’s first day, Mike’s location, Betul’s accent struggles, a picky primary, Ben being distracted, a near disaster during snorkeling, polo and pearls, Christian looks like Bobby Giancola, slow decorations and a hot beach picnic. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss Malia White having a baby, the Below Deck Down Under After Show, Sarah’s tipping conspiracy theory, Hot Girl Winter, Ben’s ex speaks out (?!) and a listener comment about Grey Gardens. Has anyone seen Liz?

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In this crossover episode, Sarah and Kelli join hosts Bits and Nancy from Compliments to the Chef to discuss Season 4 episode 9 of The Traitors. Topics include: thoughts on the season, a recruitment, Eric as a sacrificial lamb, Besties for the Resties, what’s lacking this season, Bluestone Manor, the banishment, a murder, Mark’s fashion, the Jack in the box challenge and Sarah’s fever dream. Will Rob be the last man standing? A new episode of Above Deck is out now!

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 3 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: Schwasted Heather, Captain Dreamboat’s disappointment in Alesia, the suggestion box, Meredith’s mood on the last day, the biggest tip, Canouan nightlife, Eddy makes a move, emotional hot tub time, musical chairs on the interior, seeing the charter guests at home, Alesia becoming a stew and Ellie’s return. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the Below Deck Down Under After Show, what’s new on Patreon, Alan Cumming and Sam Spector on WWHL, a private chat for subscribers on IG and Below Deck OG filming...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 2 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: panko-encrusted wahoo, another fighting dinner, Lisa Barlow leaking info to the press, cheesecake, Brittani’s flirting, Mike’s hairspray, underwater footage, anchor issues, Alesia’s mom, Ben’s teaching methods, Betul’s backstory, lunch changes, Angie’s next accident, zombie strippers, Daisy saving Jason and Alesia talks to Captain. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss the Below Deck Down Under After Show, an update on the Bravo/Gary King lawsuit, Capt. Dreamboat and Candiace Dillard Bassett on WWHL, Max and Cathy’s joint IG reel, Sarah’s night with Coun...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 4 episode 1 of Below Deck Down Under. Topics include: our Patreon launch!, crew arrivals, which chef dropped out according to Daisy on So Bad It’s Good, Ben’s breakup, Alesia’s rough start, Joe’s departure, b-roll, water glasses flying, Bronwyn’s outfit, RHOSLC chaos, bar food, a cheesecake disaster and the first night’s dinner. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss OG RHONY, Nadine Rajabi’s new show, Jamie and Capt. Jason’s meetup in Bali, Dorinda and Captain Sandy’s appearance on WWHL and our new Facebook page. Down Under is wherever Captain Dreamboat...

Sarah and Kelli discuss the show Heated Rivalry with Stephen Wayne and Jeff Querin of 34 West Productions. Topics include: 34 West Theater, Sarah’s cousin Frank, films Steve and Jeff are working on, winning Emmys, realistic depictions of 2 men falling in love, Ilya’s defense mechanism, consent, the third episode shift, telegraphing moments, Letterkenny, runny smoothies, butterflies, Kip and Scott’s love story, Reheated Rivalry, the theory that Scott Hunter knew about Ilya and Shane, hockey $, Columbus Blue Jackets, All The Things She Said, the Shane/Rose relationship, seeing new talent, that moment on the ice and Shane and Ilya’s reaction...

 Sarah and Kelli were guests on Captain’s Chat with Captain Liam Devlin. Topics include: Byron Bay, Australia, how we started the Above Deck Podcast, Sarah’s marine biology past, how to tag a manta ray, what attracts people to the maritime world, why people watch Below Deck, an insider’s look into the yachting community, favorite crew members, who Capt. Liam has worked with from Below Deck, difficult charter guest demands, how to say “no”, mental health onboard, how yachties get cast, favorite filming locations, yachting in Alaska, boat shows and more! Please enjoy this crossover episode with Captain Liam...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 18 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Joe’s nasty talk, gravy vs. sauce, Josh’s incredible dinner, knobs, is Kizzi’s broken foot karma?, Leah getting to town, a burning eye, Kizzi’s revelation, departures, a Gael and Nathan update and predictions about the next season (how much longer will Aesha be on Below Deck?). During The Traitors recap we discuss Johnny putting together an alliance, the cabin challenge, Colton talking to Rinna, Ron vs. Dorinda, Rob voting for Lisa and who should wear the brooch. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss 1 week till Patr...

Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 17 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: a Max and Cathy journey, Gael staying in Barcelona, mob wives charter, Joe’s temptation, a bumpy tender ride, bubble troubles, pajama party, spray tan residue, galley horseplay, Annalise’s demands, Kizzi’s toe and the beach picnic. During The Traitors recap we discuss the murder in plain sight, Colton’s push for Tiffany, Alan’s outfits, Michael Rapaport’s eating habits, Fergus is Groundskeeper Willie, Rob’s overalls, Monet’s suspicion of Rinna and a fountain challenge. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss subscriptions on IG!, Hayley’s YouTube...

 Warning: This episode includes a frank discussion about suicide - please listen with care and reach out to The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (988) if you need help. 

Sarah and Kelli talk to Jana Firestone from the Pop Therapy Podcast. Topics include: Favorite Bravo podcasters, BravoCon, her therapy background, what makes Below Deck a unique reality show, her trip to LA, her time with Joe Bradley, internet trolls, Rachel Zoe’s return to Bravo, RHOBH, It’s a Brad, Brad World, Juicy Scoop, her love of Craig Conover, how tall most Bravolebs are, Salley and Venita, the horrible episod...

In this SUPERSIZED episode Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 16 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: Capt. Sandy knows best, Josh’s inner voice, tomatoes on the go, Aesha’s advice, a medieval excursion, Nathan talks to Joe, tubing, Ibiza dinner, Joe’s promise to V, Max’s big talk and a chicken nugget betrayal. During The Traitors recap we discuss Mama Kelce, the secret traitor twist, Michael Rapaport annoyances, missions, Candiace not laying low, the murder in plain sight, conga line, breakfast etiquette, Porsha’s slips and favorite characters. In Hot Tub Convo we announce our Patreon launch date and ide...

Sarah talks to Cathy Skinner, the stew who came in mid season on Below Deck Med Season 10. Topics include: NYC, taking a fan to WWHL, The Isle of Wight, coming in mid-season, conflict with Chef Josh, her romance with Max, how she dealt with personal grief on the boat, a divide amongst the crew, what she’s watching on TV, blocking people on Instagram and believing in ghosts. Please enjoy this interview Cathy! 

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Sarah and Kelli discuss Season 10 episode 15 of Below Deck Med. Topics include: an emotional night, Joe and V’s talk, Nathan working hard to convince Gael to stay, V’s realization, Love Actually, V and Max conflict, breast milk, spicy margs, jet ski difficulties and jamón troubles. In Hot Tub Convo we discuss launching a Patreon, Brianna Duffield’s engagement, Captain Sandy and Leah’s NYE cameo on CNN and V’s time off the boat. Be like V and keep your standards high - a new episode of Above Deck is out now!

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