Sailing Anarchy Podcast

Scot Tempesta

Welcome to the Sailing Anarchy podcast, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of sailboats and racing with a true industry insider! Scot Tempesta, the founder of Sailing Anarchy and a lifetime sailboat enthusiast, shares his wealth of experience and knowledge with listeners.In each episode, Scot reflects on his history in the sailboat industry and his future.Whether you're a seasoned sailor or just starting, this podcast is the perfect place to gain insights from one of the most respected sports figures.Join the conversation and explore the exciting world of sailing with Scot Tempesta. read less

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SA Podcast #29. Ronnie Simpson

SA Podcast #29. Ronnie Simpson

Today Scot's guest is Ronnie Simpson, who sadly had his Global Solo Challenge around the world cut short with a dismasting in treacherous waters. The story is incredible, so give it a listen!

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SA Podcast #29. Ronnie Simpson

SA Podcast #29. Ronnie Simpson

Today Scot's guest is Ronnie Simpson, who sadly had his Global Solo Challenge around the world cut short with a dismasting in treacherous waters. The story is incredible, so give it a listen!

SA Podcast #28. Brooklin Boatyard, why ocean racing isn't televised

SA Podcast #28. Brooklin Boatyard, why ocean racing isn't televised

Here, Finally, someone other than Tempesta talks. Do you have any idea how hard it was to get that egomaniac to agree to this? Today's guest is Will Sturdy, Chief Designer at Brooklin Boatyard. Enjoy!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #27. Booze follow-up, Slow boats are fun, SailGP blows

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #27. Booze follow-up, Slow boats are fun, SailGP blows

Scot tells us this is his best podcast ever. Sure buddy. Has he even done a decent one? You be the judge!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #26

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #26

Scot Tempesta gets into a subject - finally - that he knows something about - Booze. He actually has some sobering thoughts (haha) and you may wish to give this a listen.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #25. Dr Laura and a follow up with my concussion story.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #25. Dr Laura and a follow up with my concussion story.

Oh boy, only Scot could screw up an invite to come sail, listen to her do her show, and have dinner With Dr. Laura Schlessinger. You really do have to listen to this one.What a jackass!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #24. Cayard getting sued, World Sailing Blows

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #24. Cayard getting sued, World Sailing Blows

Tempesta starts off pleasant enough, talking about his damaged brain, but then goes into full rant mode. Listener beware!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #23. I Fell and Hit my Head

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #23. I Fell and Hit my Head

Your illustrious Editor talks about the Sydney to Hobart race, shares his podcast stats for 2023 (not that impressive), talks about getting his ass kicked in J/22s, and finally how he fell and hit his head. He sounds as dopey as ever to us!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #22. Solo

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #22. Solo

Here Scot shows how little he knows about, well, anything, as he ignorantly delves into the world of shorthanded sailing. Oh trust us, he knows all about short - height, bus, length. You get the picture. Enjoy.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #21. Best Days.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #21. Best Days.

Tempesta bails on his J/105 and wants us to think that's cool. Right. He then gives his notion of what the "best days" are of owning a boat. Of course he has to make it sexual. Uncle Creepy strikes again.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #20. Lipton Cup Weirdness

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #20. Lipton Cup Weirdness

Old-timer Tempesta saddles you with his tiresome war stories, one from nearly 40 years ago, and one unfolding now. jesus, can this guy ever do or say anything normal?

Sailing anarchy Podcast #19. I raced a Beneteau.

Sailing anarchy Podcast #19. I raced a Beneteau.

Tempesta announces that he races on a Beneteau! Wow, that's apparently what passes for news from this guy. Sheesh.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #18. Buffett and Boatyards

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #18. Buffett and Boatyards

Tempesta drags us through yet another one of his stories about Jimmy Buffett and also manages to complain about boatyards as well.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #17. We need crew!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #17. We need crew!

It seems that people are finding out that sailing with Tempesta ain't exactly a day at the beach, and now he's bellyaching about needing crew. Waaa!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #15. Coach Put Me In!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #15. Coach Put Me In!

Cheapskate Tempesta finally gets the coaching he has needed for basically his entire sailing life. Somebody tell him it's far, far too late.

Stop Yelling! The Sailing Anarchy Podcast #14

Stop Yelling! The Sailing Anarchy Podcast #14

Jesus, we had a bit of a yell-fest last night in the Beercan series, and it was not fun. And guess what, I wasn't the one yelling, except for the fact that I yelled at the people who were yelling to STFU! As NWA put it in Gangsta Gangsta, "What the fuck are they yelling?"So I spend too much time on the subject but then segue into the fascination of watching races on Yellow Brick.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #13. A fucking Crab pot?

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #13. A fucking Crab pot?

The king of excuses checks in with the biggest drunken load of shit you've heard in a while.Oh and to make it better, did we mention that he's drunk? We might have to let him go.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #12. Let's look at the numbers

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #12. Let's look at the numbers

Whoa Whoa Whoa, Stop the Clock! Tempesta brings some facts in this Podcast. No, they aren't alternative facts either! He has some entry trends in a couple big "fun" regattas.Don't worry, he still whines, as always.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #11. Is racing still fun?

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #11. Is racing still fun?

Tempesta once again bores you with more J/105 nonsense, crowing about winning a couple of races, but then inexplicably veers into asking if racing is still fun for you. He then ridiculously tries to define what is fun, as if he knows. Embarrassing, really.

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #10. How much does it cost?

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #10. How much does it cost?

In this episode, cheapskate Tempesta bellyaches about how much money he is spending on his J/105. Waaa!

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #9: Sailing and Sexual Harrassment

Sailing Anarchy Podcast #9: Sailing and Sexual Harrassment

This podcast stems from a bit of a horror story from the recent Etchells 22 Worlds in Miami Beach.