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Solar Sailing
by Sol Seeker
Exploring the boating world with a special emphasis solar electric propulsion and converting vessels from legacy power sources toward more sustainable solutions. Episodes include interview and discussion formats. Interviews primarily center around a special guest showcasing their project whereas discussions may or may not include a special guest but dig into very specific topics.Livestream hosted on YouTube with viewer comments welcome and often discussed by the panelists.
Episodes
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Max Efficiency
S1:E57Jason & Patrick share their experiences with how to maximize every single watt produced on their completely solar powered catamarans. Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing, or dreaming of the...
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Tools of the Trade
S1:E56Jason & Patrick breakdown the content creation tools they use to make the magic happen. Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing, or dreaming of the hook, these tools make life afloat safer and...
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M.P.V. Maritima
S1:E55Jason & Patrick are joined for this special guest episode featuring Randy Cain and his boat M.P.V. Maritima.Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing, or dreaming of the hook, these tools make life...
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Wind Turbines for Electric Boats
S1:E54This episode unpacks the possibilities, strengths and challenges of vertical & horizontal wind turbines on an all electric boat.Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing, or dreaming of the hook,...
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D.I.whY?
S1:E53Jason & Patrick examine the benefits and challenges of doing boat refits YOURSELF. Be sure to join this one for the livestream if you're able.Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing, or dreaming…
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Abandon Ship
S1:E52Jason & Patrick go “there” as they chat about how to handle the worst case scenario for the boat owner. It is time to discuss what to do when time runs out.Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing,...
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Catamaran Escargot with Jerome Mouton
S1:E51Jason & Patrick are joined by special guest Jerome Mouton who will showcase his incredible innovation Catamaran Escargot. This is a must see episode so mark your calendars, set your alerts and tell a friend.Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time...
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What's Around the Bend
S1:E50Jason & Patrick share what lies just ahead on their solar electric boating journeys. Questions are welcome and encouraged throughout the chat.Join live with questions—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing, or dreaming…
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Time to Splash
S1:E49Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1oA5pRv_XhaIgAFJC8OJ36a_Sc0SD2MAZpxlH2Kb_J_w/previewJason & Patrick break down the ai generated list of systems checks that should be addressed prior and shortly after launch. Viewers are invited to add their own thoughts specific to...
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Boat Math 101
S1:E48Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1KZ8U2yR7OWIYY1uPvh2F_5F_lHS4FDafrktJJ4eyyKk/previewJason & Patrick address one of the more important topics within the boating world, back-ups. It is so much more than just the NFL that needs such a thing. Boaters, especially...
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Liquid Assets
S1:E47Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/u/0/d/16-4FPEElslQEMeUZBptQdMdeh0JntJpboB_UlsxyfMQ/previewJason & Patrick tackle a practical one in this episode. How we manage water needs aboard our boats. Water is a vital, scarce resource for liveaboards and must be taken on...
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Catweazel with Special Guest Ralf Ottow
S1:E46Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/u/0/d/1P0ZOaak7LYbNRQ3nmgNx7bPAe38htEQ1MUOW1rL0lyE/previewJason & Patrick welcome special guest Ralf Ottow to share his boat Catweazel. Take a guided tour of the solar powered sailing catamaran and hear about Ralf's incredible projects...
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Solar Power Struggle
S1:E45Aaron & Jason break down the top scenarios for when it is best to use rigid vs. flexible solar panels on your boat.Share your questions, ask your clarifications and engage with one another in the chat—we'll answer, share, and demo as time allows! Whether full-time cruising, weekend sailing,...
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Boat Life Unfiltered: What we actually do all day
S1:E44Patrick's topic for this month is one you will NOT want to miss. We go first hand behind the curtain to hear all about the real life experiences of daily life living on a boat. Share your questions, ask your clarifications and engage with one another in the chat—we'll answer, share, and…
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Dream Boats
S1:E43Join Jason, Aaron & Patrick as they share the boats they dream about. These aren't just "What's your favorite boat?" categories, the parameters are very specific and challenging in their own ways. You won't want to miss the opportunity to learn how our hosts pick each one and be sure to…
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Open Forum
S1:E42Bring your questions to the chat for this one. Our hosts will riff about all things solar powered sailing and cruising in between viewer questions.Join live with questions or stories from your own adventures—we'll answer in chat, share setups, and demo apps if time allows! Whether full-time...
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Avoiding Catastrophe
S1:E41The Solar Sailing hosts dive in to the topic of safety & redundancy while living full time aboard a boat. While impossible to guarantee, safety for all souls aboard your boat is mission number 1 at all times.Join live with questions or stories from your own adventures—we'll answer in chat,...
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How do we pay for this life?
S1:E40Presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1HqiBV5OZmTM2nlrWrjM2LlHYQq3PZ2knPZ6iu0dLjOk/edit?usp=drivesdkArticle: https://investorchallenge.co.za/the-fantastically-simple-rule-of-300/Calculator: https://www.investorchallenge.co.za/com_calc_fire_us.phpMr. Money Mustache:...
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Liveaboard Maintenance
S1:E39 Jason & Lezlie, Aaron & Shara along with Patrick tackle the topic every boater needs help with...routine maintenance. In this episode, we breakdown the things that need to be done regularly and even how often that should actually be. Checklists are suggested for daily, weekly, bi-weekly,...
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Megawatt with Special Guest Rob Moore
S1:E38Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1oLuTU-mzKWzWy9tvyxT8pkClftf2_ASVp0PuGuJ5RTM/previewJason, Patrick & Aaron welcome special guest Rob Moore to share his boat Megawatt. Take a guided tour of the solar powered sailing catamaran and hear about Rob's adventures on the...
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Electrical Safety
S1:E37Presentation Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Gwc0cQoScEr6PUXnBKoaR996UGI-Cu5yMKcwMpOpJJM/previewDiscover essential electrical safety tips for solar sailing — protect your boat's electrical systems with the right fuses, switches, circuit breakers, and Battery Management System...
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Weather & Destination
S1:E36 Welcome aboard Episode 36 of Solar Sailing – your weekly guide to sustainable, off-grid liveaboard life powered by the sun!On a boat, weather and anchorage choices are survival essentials. A bad forecast or rolly spot can ruin your peace (or worse). In this live episode, we explore top…
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Navigation Tech
S1:E35 In this episode, our hosts chart a course to share their own experiences with hardware and software used on boats to get from here to there. Viewers are encouraged to share their own experiences in the chat. Please join in the fun by chipping in to make it almost impossible for them to...
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Indigo Lady
S1:E34 This special guest episode features a truly innovative solar electric catamaran Indigo Lady. Dave Parker & Lisa Marchi are the brilliant minds behind this impressive vessel. Lisa is a retired educator. Dave is a retired chemist/engineer/educator. Together they have demonstrated the amazing...
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What's Around the Bend?
S1:E33Can you believe 2026 is already an entire month in! This year has many exciting adventures just around the bend. Episode 33 offers a sneak peak into the plans, dreams and fears for the crews of Sol Seeker, Sailing Electra & Extraordinary Horizons. Comment, subscribe, rate, and share to join...
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Galley Glow Up
S1:E32Join the ladies as we dive deep into the absolute must-haves for your boat galley — the heart of any floating home! Whether you're outfitting a new sailboat, upgrading your cruising setup, or prepping for extended liveaboard life, this episode breaks down the essential gear, tools, and…
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Counting the Costs
S1:E31Life at sea is very different from other types of living. In this episode, our hosts explore how budgeting on a boat plays by different rules. When there’s no rent to pay you have to find new ways to spend your money. Don't worry, boat life makes that easy! Bust out your spreadsheets and…
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No Car? No Worries!
S1:E30Every boater must return to shore every now and again. Once there, the question of land travel looms large. Join Patrick, Aaron and Jason as they explore the many ways sea dwellers can enhance their land travels when they don't have a car waiting for them. We will explore everything from…
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Sails to Sunshine
S1:E29Happy New Year!!! We welcome 2026 with special guest Richard Stone. This episode emphasizes the incredible work of the Mayflower Autonomous Ship as well as a nod to the iconic inspiration from its namesake. Richard will share how these innovative vessels push further into a shift from sails...
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What the Hull???
S1:E28 Aaron's topic for this week will have us quite LITERALLY digging into the core. We will be exploring the materials used aboard boats. What materials are best suited for the environments and purposes behind a given boat.Comment, subscribe, rate, and share to join the conversation!…
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Why Not Have Both???
S1:E27Patrick chose the topic of HYBRIDS for this episode. It really begs the old adage..."2 is 1 and 1 is none." Mark your calendars as this one is sure to stir up some strong, opposing ideas among just about everyone.Comment, subscribe, rate, and share to join the conversation! HostsJason, Sol...
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Mitek Electric Motors
S1:E26We welcome Mitek Motors out of Italy to the show. Their range of electric motors is impressive and sure to include something for everyone from tenders to speedboats and even sailboats or electric conversions like ours. If you're considering electric motors, you won't want to miss this...
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Anchoring Deep Dive
S1:E25We at taking the plunge in this episode. Join Aaron, Jason & Patrick as they tackle a hot-button, somehow universally triggering topic in the boating world...ANCHORING. The guys will dive deep on this one exploring everything from anchor types, brands, bridles, chains, windlass, and even…
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Atlantic Crossing Silent 62 100% with Steve Bell
S1:E24We are thrilled to welcome @silentyachts Steve Bell as our special guest as he and crew navigate 100% the Silent Yacht 62 across the Atlantic Ocean on maximum solar power! Drop your specific questions in the comments and we’ll tackle as many as we can live!Set a reminder, grab a cold one…
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Solar Sailing: Episode 23, Batteries
Join us for a no-BS deep dive into the batteries that keep the lights on, the props spinning, and the drinks cold when the sun’s doing all the heavy lifting. Whether you’re running full electric drive, a diesel-electric hybrid, or just trying to keep the fridge and autopilot happy, this episode…
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Solar Sailing: Episode 22 with Ferdinand Storz
Join Aaron and Jason as they welcome special guest Ferdinand Storz with his lovely catamaran Babelfish. Special emphasis will be devoted to his incredible kite sail installation.Comment, subscribe, rate, and share to join the conversation! HostsJason, Sol Seeker:...
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Solar Sailing: Episode 21, Motor Mayhem
Join Patrick and Jason as they explore the benefits and challenges regarding the various motor types for your solar electric sailing projects. Some highlighted brands include: ePropulsion Torqeedo Hangkai OceanVolt Sailing Uma Wayne the Boat Guy Comment, subscribe, rate, and share to join the...
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Solar Sailing: Episode 20, Go Fly a Kite
Join Aaron and Jason as they raise the concept of using a kite sail to harness the wind without a mast. Discussion will center around the hypothetical while referencing real world scenarios. You won't want to miss some of the geographical changes in the background of this one.Comment, subscribe,...
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Solar Sailing: Episode 19, The Mast
Join Patrick, Aaron, and Jason as they dig deep into the question increasingly challenging the conventional and deeply defended tradition of nautical propulsion...THE MAST. This topic is brought to you courtesy of Sailing Electra's very own, Patrick. He uses imagery from his 70's era Catalac...
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Solar Sailing: Episode 18, Solar Arches & Canopies
Join Patrick, Aaron, and Jason as they welcome Reinhard Privat back to the conversation about solar arches and canopies. In this episode, you'll have the chance to engage with 4 boat owners who are taking very different approaches to how they integrate solar panels (photovoltaics) within their...
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Solar Sailing: Episode 17: Two Down with Kevin Baird
Join Patrick, Aaron, and Jason as they welcome Kevin Baird to the podcast. Together they dive deep into his upcycling project. If you're passionate about sustainable boating, electric sailboats, solar-powered vessels, and off-grid adventures, this is your must-watch stream. We're exploring how...
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Solar Sailing: Episode 16 with Carl Bjorn
Patrick, Aaron & Jason are joined by Carl Bjorn to learn about his new project.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 15 with Nathan Perrins
Patrick, Jason. & Aaron are joined by Nathan to discuss his boat Ooga Chaka.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 14 with Frank Strutzke
Patrick, Jason and Aaron are joined by special guest Frank Strutzke to hear about his boat Batt Cat.
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Solar Sailing, Episode 13 with Vlad Rangotchev
Special guest Vlad joins the chat with Patrick, Jason & Aaron. Vlad's boat M/V Lava U is a work in progress as it is upcycled to a solar electric cruiser. The video includes a photo montage of the various parts of the vessel.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 12 with Mike Minotti
Aaron officially joins the team as he, Patrick and Jason host special guest Mike Minotti to talk about his boat Via del Sol.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 11 with Aaron Andrews
Patrick & Jason are joined by Aaron with Extraordinary Horizons. Discussion will center around Aaron's efforts to refit a MASSIVE catamaran.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 10, Go/No Go
Join Patrick and Jason as they discuss their "Go, No Go" lists. They also unpack the joys and challenges that come with a liveaboard experience.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 9 with Reinhard Privat
Patrick and Jason are joined by Reinhard to talk solar powered boating. In depth chat about a stunning redesign resulting in a full fledged solar electric cruiser.
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Solar Sailing: Episode 8 with Pieter Oskam
Patrick & Jason welcome special guest Pieter to the podcast. Topics may include solar electric conversions, DIY boat conversions, autopilot systems, and more. We invite your real time comments and may even highlight and discuss during the episode so jump on in the water is fine.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Exploring the boating world with a special emphasis solar electric propulsion and converting vessels from legacy power sources toward more sustainable solutions. Episodes include interview and discussion formats. Interviews primarily center around a special guest showcasing their project whereas discussions may or may not include a special guest but dig into very specific topics.Livestream hosted on YouTube with viewer comments welcome and often discussed by the panelists.
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Sol Seeker
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Exploring the boating world with a special emphasis solar electric propulsion and converting vessels from legacy power sources toward more sustainable solutions. Episodes include interview and discussion formats. Interviews primarily center around a special guest showcasing their project whereas...
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