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Maritime Careers and Training Podcast

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Welcome to the BMTA Podcast, your gateway to the world of maritime careers and professional training.

Whether you’re just setting sail on your career journey or looking to advance within the maritime industry, this podcast explores the opportunities, skills, and pathways that shape life at sea and beyond.

Each episode features insights from industry experts and professionals who share their experiences and advice to help you chart a successful course in this dynamic sector.
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In this episode of Shoreside Bound, hosts sit down with guests Sam Samuels and Darrell Bate for a compelling conversation about life transitions, lessons learned from life on the water, and navigating what comes next. Sam and Darrell share candid insights from their personal and professional journeys, offering practical advice on resilience, purpose, and finding solid ground after time at sea. They also discuss resources and support for mariners moving into shore-based careers — including the Marine Society’s Coming Ashore programme: https://www.marine-society.org/coming-ashoreSpecial Guest: Sam Samuels and Darrell BateWebsite: ⁠www.britishmaritime.co.uk⁠Podcast: ⁠www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast⁠Charity of the Year: ⁠www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion around going from a career within the maritime industry . Advise on what to expect, a career overview, career highlights and stories of passionSpecial Guest: Gordon Foot MNM FNIWebsite: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion around going from a career within the military to a career in maritime. Advise on what to expect, what to prepare, setting expectations and advise from an ex Royal Navy officer. Special Guest: Sam SamuelsWebsite: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion around managing life away from home both when at sea and in shoreside roles with travel requirements. Advise on what to expect, what to prepare, setting expectations and managing difficulties while away. Special Guest: Sam SamuelsWebsite: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion around working at sea as a Women and real stories of real experiences. Advise on what to expect, what to prepare, advise and guidance from Amilia BusbySpecial Guest: Amilia Busby - EOOW III/1 | #64 Top 100 Women in Shipping | Watermark Cadet Mentor | Bevis Minter 2025🏆| Maritime SheEO Rising Star 2024🏆| Instagram & Tiktok Content: @amiliabusby |Website: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion around going to sea for the frst time. Advise on what to expect, what to prepare, setting expectations and pre sailing requirementsSpecial Guest: Sam SamuelsWebsite: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion around Adult learners in Maritime and life back in the classroom , training as an adult, learning by doing and sea going oppourtunieis and experiences. Special Guest: Sam Samuels and Michael Hawkins - Just Be MaritimeWebsite: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussions surrounding cadetships in maritime with special guests providing a reflection on their personal experiences as an Engineering Cadet.Special Guest from : Sophie MacLeod - Just Be Maritime/Fred Olson and Eddie Vann - Watermark/Marella CruisesWebsite: www.britishmaritime.co.ukPodcast: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcastCharity of the Year: www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussions surrounding cadetships in maritime with Shae McMurtry providing a reflection on their personal experiences as an Deck Cadet currently in phase 5 on the HND nautical Science programme. Special Guest : Shae McMurtry - Just Be Maritime/Maritime London. Website: www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussions with JJ Lawrence, BSc Deck Cadet with Carnival UK and Ruby Chettleborough, BSc Deck Cadet with Marella Cruises/Watermark. Discussion around career planning, life at sea, career aspriations and advise for future cadets. Special Guest : JJ Lawrence BSc Deck Cadet, Carnival UK & Ruby Chettleborough BSc Deck Cadet, Marella Cruises/Watermark. Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussions surrounding the different options in accessing the maritime industry with the view of becoming a seafarer. Primarily reviewing the small vessels and cadetship routes and the differences between each. Personal views and advice are that of our own.Special Guest : Sam Samuels. Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussions surrounding work life balance for both shoreside and sea going roles from chief engineer to apprentice/cadet covering personal experiences and advise and guidance. Special Guest : Sam Samuels. Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussion surrounding the questions to ask in deciding if the industry is right for you? Are you right for the industry and ensuring the pathways you choose meets your short and long term goals.  Special Guest: Sam Samuels. Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Education Pathways that are currently available nationally within the UK, covering apprenticeships, cadetship, skills bootcamps and higher education. Special Guest: Sam Samuels. Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Discussions regarding available career pathways within the maritime industry both at sea and on shore. Special Guest: Sam Samuels Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
Introduction as to the aims and purpose of the Podcast and reflective review of Owen Davies's, (Partner, BMTA) maritime career to date. Website:www.britishmaritime.co.uk Podcast:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/podcast Charity of the Year:www.britishmaritime.co.uk/charity-of-the-year
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