Off course: a sideways look at life at sea

Off Course (S4 E1) The Ocean Cleanup

Meet Laurent Lebreton, head of research at The Ocean Cleanup.  🚢Off course: a sideways look at life at sea,  🎙️During this season of Off course, we will be interviewing some incredible seafarers who have a real focus on the environment and sustainability.The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit organisation based in the Netherlands. It has one simple mission:to rid the world' s oceans of plastic. In this episode, host Helen Kelly speaks to Laurent Lebreton, head of research at The Ocean Cleanup. They discuss the organisation's mission, what kind of technology is used to intercept the plastic that ends up in our oceans, and the challenges posed by the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.  Stay tuned as we hear about Laurent's background, his dedication to sustainability, and the critical role collective action plays in improving the oceans’ health. Don’t forget to hit that subscribe button and notification bell to stay up to date with all things Nautilus!  To stay up to date with the latest Off course updates you can follow Nautilus International on social channels everywhere, @nautilusint To learn more about The Ocean Cleanup and how you can aid its mission, go to theoceancleanup.com [https://theoceancleanup.com/] Nautilus International is an independent, influential, global trade union and professional organisation that works with members, the maritime community, national governments and international agencies to create change and promote the sector, improving the lives of maritime professionals. We represent 20,000 maritime professionals including ship masters (captains), officers, officer trainees (cadets) and shipping industry personnel such as ship pilots, inland navigation workers, vessel traffic services operators, harbourmasters, seafarers in the oil and gas industry, and shore-based staff. 👉 JOIN NAUTILUS INTERNATIONAL For help and assistance at sea and ashore. www.nautilusint.org/en/join/join-online/ [http://www.nautilusint.org/en/join/join-online/] Soundbites  (00:00) Intro to season four  (01:31) Introduction to The Ocean Cleanup (03:19) Understanding the Great Pacific Garbage Patch (04:52) Laurent's background and journey in sustainability (08:43) Data and plastic collection   (15:02) Episode recap  (15:19) Plastic collection and mitigation of  harm to marine life  (21:00) Funding/cost, partnerships and mitigating plastic pollution  (32:29) What can the maritime industry do to help?  (37:52) Vision for the future  (38:18) Outro

Off course (S3 E6): Joe Furness

*This episode was recorded in summer 2024 but is being released in 2025 due to unforeseen circumstance. Information was correct at time of recording At just 28, Chief Officer Joe Furness (@JoeTheSailor) has turned his maritime journey into a social media phenomenon, captivating millions on TikTok and Instagram. It all began with a Hollywood film that sparked his interest in the seafaring world. Now, Joe educates and entertains his global audience with engaging content about life on ultra-large container ships and LNG tankers. In this Nautilus Pod episode, "Off Course: a sideways look at life at sea," Helen Kelly delves into Joe’s incredible story, exploring his adventures, challenges, and tips for aspiring mariners. Tune in to learn how Joe balances technical expertise with accessible content that resonates with millions worldwide. 🔔 Subscribe to Joe’s journey: @JoeTheSailor [https://www.tiktok.com/@joethesailor?lang=en] on TikTok and Instagram 🔗 Subscribe to the Nautilus Pod – Offcourse on your favourite platforms Download the 2022 Nautilus Maritime Barometer report https://www.nautilusint.org/en/news-i... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTNfbGdwVHJzbk1Xdl9TTWg5NHQxMHVLMWhpQXxBQ3Jtc0ttbjlXWkJEN0hjemJNVkczR0JXOVJPUnU3M21hSzlnZnc0Tjk5T3pQNy0zNjV4MHRpeWRjZjI5bnlCNTBkNXJlRUNTTWxPeFZlSXd4bW1qdjlkS3NxZmZpX2tmeFFTWkZMNGZyckI3NnRRV3JLUURjcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nautilusint.org%2Fen%2Fnews-insight%2Fresources%2Fnautilus-reports%2Fthe-maritime-barometer-2nd-edition-2022%2F&v=YpFasAHkCII] 👉 JOIN NAUTILUS INTERNATIONAL For help and assistance at sea and ashore. www.nautilusint.org/en/join/join-online/ [www.nautilusint.org/en/join/join-online/]

Off course (S3 E5): Liberty Nogueira

In this episode we talk with Liberty Nogueira, better known as Travel with Liberty on social media. With more than 80K+ combined followers across TikTok and Instagram, Liberty is best known for documenting her travels and adventures while working as a superyacht bosun. Follow Liberty Nogueira: TikTok: @travelwithliberty [https://www.tiktok.com/@travelwithliberty] Instagram: @travel_with_liberty [https://www.instagram.com/travel_with_liberty/?hl=en#] 🔹 JOIN NAUTILUS INTERNATIONAL For help and assistance at sea and ashore. www.nautilusint.org/join_online [https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nautilusint.org%2Fjoin_online&token=15e3eb-1-1733502132000] 🔹 NAUTILUS POD: OFF COURSE, A SIDEWAYS LOOK AT LIFE AT SEA On all platforms, and at www.nautilusint.org

Off course (S3 E4): India Syms

India Syms, known as India Rose Ocean is a deck officer of the Watch Unlimited and has been documenting her life at sea to over 47,000 followers on TikTok. Showcasing the sheer variety that a seafaring career can offer, India's career so far has seen her training with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary to sailing around the world on a 55 foot yacht as part The Spirit of Adelaide team in the Ocean Globe Race 2023. Tune in for another fascinating conversation, showcasing just how far a maritime career can take you! Follow India Symns: TikTok: @indiarose.ocean [https://www.tiktok.com/@indiarose.ocean?lang=en] Instagram: @indiarose.ocean [https://www.instagram.com/indiarose.ocean/#] 🔹 JOIN NAUTILUS INTERNATIONAL For help and assistance at sea and ashore. www.nautilusint.org/join_online [https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nautilusint.org%2Fjoin_online&token=15e3eb-1-1733502132000] 🔹 NAUTILUS POD: OFF COURSE, A SIDEWAYS LOOK AT LIFE AT SEA On all platforms, and here: www.nautilusint.org [https://gate.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nautilusint.org&token=3eeae8-1-1733502132000]

Off course (S3 E3): Mark Maguire

Join us for an exciting episode as we go onboard with Captain Mark Maguire, the no-nonsense star of TikTok, who’s demystifying container shipping one video at a time! In This Episode: 📹✨Life at Sea: Discover what it’s like to command a 353-meter-long container ship carrying 15,000 TEUs. 📹✨Digital Transformation: Learn how data and AI are revolutionizing maritime operations for efficiency and sustainability. 📹✨Behind the Scenes: Get a glimpse into the daily routines, challenges, and responsibilities of a modern-day ship captain. 📹✨TikTok Fame: Hear how Captain Maguire’s honest and educational videos have garnered a following of 180,000 curious minds. 📹✨Career Insights: Valuable advice for aspiring seafarers and a look at the diverse opportunities in the maritime industry. Follow Captain Mark Maguire: TikTok: @_captain_mark Instagram: @captainmarkmaguire 🔹 JOIN NAUTILUS INTERNATIONAL For help and assistance at sea and ashore. https://www.nautilusint.org/join_online [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTBSbUpvaEpPMEhnby1KTXp0ZGlxLTJRYTQ0QXxBQ3Jtc0ttWG5rQ3hDWFJINERmU3o4YVh0cUVXLTVhT19sbXNJclRHMnROU2FkcEprZEpVUG9HV1ZJaHViV0JpeE1TWTF2SUJHR3Y3TGhrb29CbllDUHdQTmM1N21LeUdsY3UyT1JBSVFaSEMtVVhiTHJIMnlNQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nautilusint.org%2Fjoin_online&v=bX79F_ie4Pk] 🔹 NAUTILUS POD: OFF COURSE, A SIDEWAYS LOOK AT LIFE AT SEA On all platforms, and here: https://www.nautilusint.org [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3NzVjJSRXVPUEVSZ2VESzFDdzBjbEZSSmdiQXxBQ3Jtc0tua0lmTlVSbm1hWG16ODV3TVU4SXh2T1FGZkFkclNxQkhiMTdHSGRrM3MyMFE4dzlkZ1hrZEJYT0Y5aVRIX3hySElieF9RaFVXcVhUanpCQTRRUmFKTkJvaXYtZnIxcUVKY1RBQTIwakxhU0NpTnlGNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nautilusint.org%2F&v=bX79F_ie4Pk]