Mike McDowell, formerly of Boat Radio, interviews Elena and Ryan from Sailing Kittiwake. Hear where they’ve been, how they fund it, and whether they recommend this lifestyle.

🎧Talking to Elena & Ryan of Sailing Kittiwake

Published on July 1, 2018; last updated on December 13, 2023 by Elena on Kittiwake

Roving reporter Mike McDowell interviews a young couple living the dream as digital nomads on their 26’ catamaran.

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July 1, 2018 at 5:25 pm

Driving 400 miles solo today with The Boat Galley podcast. Thanks!

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  July 2, 2018 at 12:28 pm
  
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