The Truth About Below Deck with Capt. Glenn Shephard
19 October 2024 · 29 min · 82K views
What this video covers
Captain Glenn Shephard, known for the *Below Deck Sailing Yacht* television series, discusses his professional experience managing superyachts and his personal cruising plans. Shephard details the operational realities of filming a reality show on a sailing vessel, noting that production crews prioritize entertainment, which occasionally leads to crew members sneaking into guest cabins—a behavior he manages pragmatically rather than as a firing offense.1:55 He emphasizes the importance of maintaining crew morale during high-stress, long-hour charters to retain experienced staff.6:30 Regarding his own 42-foot Jeanneau, Shephard plans to transit the French canals by shipping the mast to avoid damage in locks, then eventually crossing the Atlantic to the Caribbean and the Pacific Northwest.16:51 He recounts past experiences navigating tight passages, including the Simpson Bay Bridge, and managing high-cost marina stays in Ibiza, where he once paid 5,300 euros for a single night.20:11 Shephard confirms that *Below Deck Sailing Yacht* season five was filmed in Ibiza and has begun airing.27:44
Boats in this video
More from The Sailing Doodles Podcast
From The Sailing Doodles Podcast — see the channel’s boat, crew, and every analysed video.
The Sailing Directory Newsletter
One email with the fleet's best finds — the moments, boats, and stories worth your watch time. Enter your own address to get your own copy.