🧭 Straight talker: Cassie Mead on crew sustainability

Описание: 🛟 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.

Cassie Mead, a second officer and host of Women at the Helm podcast shares her journey and insights into the challenges faced by women at sea. The discussion covers topics such as sea blindness, the importance of union support, and the impact of ADHD on Cassie's career.

Cassie Mead shares her journey as a mariner, reflecting on her career choices and the challenges faced in the maritime industry. She discusses the importance of sustainability, both in terms of environmental practices and crew welfare, emphasising the need for more crew members to alleviate fatigue and improve mental health.

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Soundbites

(00:00) Introduction to Cassie Mead and her journey
(01:30) Women at the Helm: Empowering female seafarers
(02:19) Sea blindness: The public's perception of maritime careers
(06:19) Challenges for women in maritime: Breaking the boys' club
(11:29) The role of unions in supporting seafarers
(12:50) Measuring success: The impact of Cassie's podcast
(17:23) Navigating ADHD: Cassie's personal experience at sea
(28:37) Off Course recap
(29:20) Renovation and new beginnings: Cassie's current projects
(32:02) Navigating career choices at sea
(38:40) Sustainability in the maritime industry
(50:52) Future of seafaring: Generational shifts and sustainability
(58:59) Outro