Daisy Kelliher on Below Deck, Yachting Realities, and Her Podcast 'Yacht Mess'

Below Deck Sailing Yacht Journey

• ⚓️ Daisy Kelliher discusses her career progression from deckhand to chief stew, including her upcoming role on Below Deck Down Under.
• 💡 Early career mistakes, such as being late and struggling with hangovers, were significant learning experiences that shaped her path.
• 📺 The show's portrayal of yacht life is accurate but condensed, compressing events that might normally occur over three years into six weeks.

Leadership and Life at Sea

• 👨‍👧‍👦 Her leadership style is influenced by her childhood experiences with boarding school and her father's strong work ethic.
• ⚠️ A particularly wild off-shift moment involved black water flooding cabins during a sail from Italy to Croatia.
• ✈️ While she doesn't get homesick, maintaining health on long charters is challenging due to constant travel, airports, and hotel food.

The 'Yacht Mess' Podcast

• 🎙️ The podcast, co-hosted with Marc MacNamara, was inspired by their natural chemistry and Daisy's enjoyment of talking and developing this area further.
• 💬 Stories unpacked on the podcast are often vulnerable and unfiltered, delving into dating stories and personal journeys.
• 🤣 Daisy and her co-host find humor in their shared experiences, with laughter being a constant throughout their recordings.

Guest Experiences and Yachting Realities

• 🧐 Unusual guest requests, like asking to stop the boat's movement while at anchor, are seen as part of the unique nature of yachting.
• ⛈️ She recalls scary experiences during storms at sea, particularly in the Mediterranean, where gale force winds can arise quickly.
• ☀️ Essential items always kept in her cabin include sunglasses, sun cream, and cute outfits for port visits.

Personal Reflections and Advice

• 😴 Sleep is her primary way of finding zen and managing overthinking and anxiety.
• 💬 She values honest advice, often turning to her old showrunner or roommate.
• ❤️ A recent small win was the positive reception of her podcast, with supporters DMing to express their enjoyment.
• 🚫 She clarifies that she and Gary were never in a relationship, debunking a common rumor.
• 💔 Advice to her younger self: don't take love for granted and understand that it requires effort, not just assumption.