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Sailing Into Oblivion Podcast

After my 2012 Thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail, my life was changed forever. The challenge of big adventure had me hooked. I soon set a goal of sailing alone and without stopping around the world. In 2017-18, I did just that! Since then, I have taken my podcast aboard my Westsail32 as well as in my everyday life. The shows are a mix of my own past experiences along with interviews of everyday people that have a seemingly endless number of stories themselves. Support the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast One Time Donations Via PayPal and Venmo: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/JeromeRand https://account.venmo.com/u/sailingintooblivion Childrens Book: https://a.co/d/1q2Xkev Sailing Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sailing-into-oblivion/ Books: https://a.co/d/eYaP10M Reach out to the Show: https://www.sailingintooblivion.com/podcasts What started as a podcast about sailing has evolved into my way to sit down with people from all walks of life and share our experiences with the listener. I hope you enjoy the podcast and help it grow into the future.
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Episodes

EP#122 Jerome, Murf, and Heath: Over Served!

Today we have an unusual podcast, I sat with Murf at first, then Heath came in and all hell broke loose. We talk about some of the issues facing the lobster industry, life and happiness, and just have a great time doing it. ****Strong language warning!!!*** Support the Podcast on Pa t reon: https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 23, 20221 hr 15 minEp. 123

EP#121 Haul Out Season Discussion with Dave

Today I sit with David, my friendly co-worker at the yard and we talk about hauling boats and how to best prepare your own boat to make the transition from sea to land that much easier! Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 21, 202249 minEp. 122

EP#120 Just Me Just Rambling, GGR Update

Today I am back after a few days off feeling run down. We talk about various topics but mostly just me rambling away! Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 19, 202254 minEp. 121

EP#119 Finding Sparrow the Story of Buying the Westsail 32

This morning I talk about the days of taking ownership of Mighty Sparrow. It wasn't all great but, in the end, I became the owner and that was the point. I hope you enjoy the story. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 13, 202244 minEp. 120

EP#118 Chartering in the BVI

Today's show is a response to a listener's question about the British Virgin Islands. I spent almost a decade in the BVI and was able to explore and see many of the beautiful places in these storied islands. Plus, a little GGR 2022 update and what has been going on with Sparrow. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 11, 202256 minEp. 119

EP#117 Midnight Show, Risks and Rewards of Solo Sailing

Sometimes a dream can be so real it gets me up for the rest of the night. Tonight I was rocked awake by one such dream that caused me to think long and hard about the risks and rewards of some of the adventures I go on. These are some of my thoughts about why I like doing what I do on the ocean. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 08, 202257 minEp. 118

EP#116 Back On Sparrow, Projects, and the Gloden Globe Race

Today I am happy to be back on Sparrow and back working in the Yard! We talk about the future plans and projects that need to be done as well as the Gloden Globe Race that started a few days ago and is already exciting. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 06, 202242 minEp. 117

EP#115 Travel Adventures with Davis

Today we talk to Davis about traveling to far off places such as Cuba and Bolivia to find fish, explore new cultures and most of all have a life experience. This was a wonderful and inspiring conversation that gave me the itch to get back out there sooner rather than later! Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Sep 02, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 116

EP#114 Conversation with my Favorite Travel Agent, LaNell

I always use a travel agent to ensure a worry free trip to the airport. I have however made the mistake of purchasing my own ticket, having something happen and then loosing my mind trying to deal with a bad situation. LaNell has been in the business for decades and has some incredible insight into the world of travel. A big thanks for sharing her precious time and years of getting me to my destination trouble free! Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodca...

Aug 31, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 115

EP#113 My Thoughts on Solitude at Sea

Being alone for months at a time is a condition that I have some experience with. Days turn into weeks and then months, all alone in an empty world, no wonder people like to ask me how I deal with it. The fact is that I not only deal with solitude but actually enjoy it to a degree. Today's podcast was brought to light by a listeners email that I was delighted to respond to at length. My hope is that I can shed some light on the mind of the solo sailor. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www...

Aug 26, 202246 minEp. 114

EP#112 Conversation with Michael Noel Kosene

Today I sit with my cousin Michael and talk business. The good and the bad of restaurants and property development, the pressures that come with the job and even how I might be able to keep this podcast growing into the future. His wealth of experience comes from his passion and drive in a world that demands perseverance. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 24, 20221 hr 24 minEp. 113

EP#111 Choosing a Marina, Sailjunky, and the Story of Alfred Johnson

This morning I got the Solo Podcast bug after reading an article on Sailjunky by Mike D. and it got me thinking; Marinas? Where, when, why, and what is best? Also a little rambling about my plans for the fall and a short story about the first person to ever sail alone across and ocean. Check out Sailjunky; https://www.sailjunky.com/ Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast...

Aug 22, 202256 minEp. 112

EP#110 Conversation with Jerome

Today I sat down with my cousin Jerome for his third time on the show. We go all over the place from Wine to New York to the Stoned Ape Theory. As always a fun and interesting hour with my cousin. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 21, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 111

EP#109 Conversation with Francesca

Today we talk sailing, gemstones and what it means to break through tough times and pressure to become the diamonds that we all can be! Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 19, 20221 hrEp. 110

EP#108 Conversation with Matt

Today I have been very fortunate to sit with Matt, who it turns out, is the perfect example of an "everyday person who does extraordinary things!" Besides being a pioneer in the world of the Kidney Transplant Chain movement, he gives his time and energy to various organizations for the betterment of everyone. To say the least, my mind is blown and I am inspired to get out and be like Matt! Article about Matt; http://marketdesigner.blogspot.com/2009/12/kidney-exchange-in-people-magazine.html Head...

Aug 15, 20222 hr 21 minEp. 109

EP#107 Something is moving around my Tent

I woke to the sounds of animals roaming around in Jerome'sTown at 4 am and it inspired me to get on the mic and relive some of the scary and funny memories that take place in the wee hours while camping in the woods. I don't know how many nights I have slept alone in the wilderness but it must be over 300, these are a few of those stories. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast Contact the show; https://www.sailingintooblivion.com/podcasts...

Aug 13, 20221 hr 16 minEp. 108

EP#106 The return of Sven

Today I have the pleasure of sitting back down with my brother Sven, as always we just let it rip and talk about anything and everything. Some foul language but nothing crazy, a fantastic conversation all the same. Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 11, 20221 hr 44 minEp. 107

EP#105 Hove-to Questions and Exhaustion

Back in Michigan and dead tired from setting up JeromesTown for the rest of August. I get into the relief of my exhaustion after a long few weeks and also get into a listeners question about going Hove-to. Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 10, 202243 minEp. 106

EP#104 Conversation with Chris S/V Maine Cottage

Sometimes we meet people that seem to just take life by the horns and Chris is absolutely one of them. Appalachian Trail thru-hiker, fellow sailor and one heck of a nice guy, we talk about boats, mountains, love and life! Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 08, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 105

EP#103 Packing Up, Spinnakers and AIS

Today we talk the end of summer for me in Rockland, packing up Sparrow for a while and some listener questions about Spinnakers VS drifters, and AIS's. Great to connect up with other adventurers so keep it coming by writing into the show by visiting https://www.sailingintooblivion.com/ Support the show on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast...

Aug 07, 202233 minEp. 104

EP#102 A good Attitude Goes a Long Way

We are back in action and I just had to talk about the day I had! Wow, sometimes we have to deal with people that are disgruntled and not happy at all and that is just what I had to do today. Also the store of John Caldwell who crossed an ocean to reunite with the one he loved. Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Aug 03, 202239 minEp. 103

EP#101 Relationships and Helping Friends plus the Story of Westsail Satori

Tonight I just had to get on the mic and talk a little about helping your friends just by listening. I don't really know why but I do know that it helped me so it was worth it. Plus the story of the Westsail that endured the Perfect Storm even after it was left alone to fend for itself. Enjoy and thanks for listening. Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 28, 202251 minEp. 101

EP#100 The Story of the Whale-ship Essex

Well we made it to 100! I thought hard about what I wanted this show to be and settled on saying a big thanks and telling one of my favorite sea stories from the eyes of a solo sailor, the Whale-ship Essex. For the full story check out the book by Nathaniel Philbrick, In the Heart of the Sea, it is amazing! Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 25, 20221 hrEp. 100

EP#99 Insurance, Love and the Weekend Update

Today we get into some emails from our listeners along with a few random topics from the past, present and future. Support the podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 23, 20221 hrEp. 99

EP#97 Safety Gear and the Steven Callahan Story

Today I thought I would breakdown the safety gear I keep aboard Sparrow. The book Adrift by Steven Callahan led to some of the items I use as he is truly an expert on the subject. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 17, 202254 minEp. 97

EP#96 Heavy Weather, Isolation and Seamanship

Today I get into some of my favorite subjects of sailing thanks to a listener named Tim. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 15, 202258 minEp. 96

EP#95 The doomed Voyage of Donald Crowhurst

Today we are going to try something a little different and tell a story from the history of the sea. Donald Crowhurst set out to race in the Golden Globe in 1968 never to return. A crazy tail of loneliness and isolation that ends in the worst way possible. Support the show on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 12, 202231 minEp. 95

EP#94 The work Continues, I Messed UP!

Today we talk about the ongoing projects aboard Sparrow, my plans and how I blew it at work about two weeks ago. Good times and real life a the yard. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 11, 202254 minEp. 94

EP#93 Top Tips about Bottom Paint with Murf

Today I sat down with Murf for a little info about bottom paint for boats. Some people go crazy over this subject but after hearing from Murf and my own experience, I just think it is nothing to get in a fuss about. Support the Podcast on Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/sailingintooblivionpodcast

Jul 05, 202241 minEp. 93
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