Partners of Commercial Fishermen
Welcome to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast. A place to celebrate partners, supporters, and seafood lovers of commercial fishermen to connect and relate to this unique and adventurous lifestyle. Join us as we share real-life experiences, learn about the lifestyle and industry, laugh, vent, and trade stories to uncover the uniqueness that makes commercial fishing an incredible experience for us all. For more resources, visit pocfpride.com.
Episodes
Sometimes, a routine can help you feel grounded, while other times, it can leave you feeling like you’re going through the motions in robot mode. The best part is that we don’t have to make huge changes to bring more joy into everyday life.
What We Learn in This Episode:
- Easy shifts wake up your brain and make life feel more alive.
- Small changes to refresh your daily r...
I invite you to catch Part 1 through the link below!
"Does this make me less of a strong woman because I am lonely?"
That was a mic drop moment for me. Loneliness hit me hard at the beginning of the year, and I was kind of...confused. How can I feel this way when I love alone time? In this episode, we go deep with Brenda Winkle, who is an energetic leadership guide, intuitive channel, and somatic mentor.
We released Part 2 of this...
Today, I sit down with Lena Kalafor, a member of the POCF private group chat membership, who lives in Florida while her fisherman, James, a clammer, works on a vessel off the coast of New Jersey.
In this episode, Lena opens up about finding community, the quirks of reunions, her advocacy efforts against offshore wind farms, and more. Plus, you’re going to appreciate the inspo for her latest spice business, Knead 2 Relax, as it dir...
What’s it like to be a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman in Australia? In this episode, we meet Angela Barnes — a veteran POCF from Port Broughton, South Australia.
From raising kids while holding down the fort to crab pots and “hook boats,” Angela’s story shows us that no matter where we live, the emotional tides of this life are universal. Tune in to hear how she finds joy, peace, and purpose through it all.
In This Episode, You...
Part 2 of this series, and this one’s for all the mamas raising littles while their partners are out at sea. 💛
In this episode, we sit down with Becca Bissett, a POCF mama living in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. Becca shares what it’s like to raise her two-year-old son while her husband Matt fishes for scallops out of New Bedford for weeks at a time, with no off-season in sight.
✨ In This Episode, You’ll Hear:
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In this throwback episode, I revisit an unforgettable conversation with Emily Cunningham — a then 19-year-old lobsterwoman and Partner of a Commercial Fisherman from Swan’s Island, Maine. Emily not only works alongside her partner on the F/V Josephine Reagan, but also embodies the emotional depth and strength that comes with the POCF lifestyle.
From deck work to dinner prep, Emily reveals the unseen layers of life as a POCF and sh...
In Part 2 of this safety-focused series, I continue the conversation with Coast Guard Safety Examiner Steven Kee.
This time, Steven walks us through practical advice and emotional insight, and I give empowering reminders and discussion prompts to have with your fisherman that matter more than you may realize.
You’ll learn:
- Having a spouse or family member present during dockside safety exams often...
If you’ve ever felt helpless watching your fisherman head offshore, this episode will empower you to know how boats are regulated to stay safe. In the first half of a two-part series, you’ll learn:
- Common myths about Coast Guard examinations.
- What happens during a safety inspection, and how to prepare.
- Have questions about your life raft? St...
In this special encore episode, we revisit our conversation with POCF Aubrey McNeil — just in time for the Bristol Bay, Alaska, salmon season.
If you’re in the thick of saying goodbye, dropped phone calls, or settling into the solo stretch, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone — and that strength and support go hand in hand.
In this episode:
- Aubrey shares what it was like to choose a...
In this heartfelt episode, we go behind the curtain of our Private Group Chat and hear from a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman (POCF) in Washington state who’s navigating her very first fishing season apart from her Alaskan boyfriend.
She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of being apart during the Bristol Bay salmon season — from daily tears to deep love, short, spotty video calls, and the intense loneliness many of us k...
This episode is Part 2: From Loneliness to Fulfillment (even when you’re alone) with Brenda Winkle. I invite you to catch Part 1 on Brenda’s podcast called Your Yes-Filled Life!
In this raw and heartfelt episode, Brenda and I share personal stories of loneliness and anxiety and what it means to build a life of connection and meaning.
From my cross-country drive toward a sober life in California to Brenda’s empty-nest revelation t...
Today, we dive into a true (and truly funny) story about navigating the emotional rollercoaster of perimenopause while trying to keep communication open—and your relationship intact. (If you've ever snapped at your partner for breathing too loudly, this one's for you.)
In this episode, you'll hear:
- A real-life/tense perimenopausal moment between Chris and me.
- Why it’s s...
Nicole Baker is a marine biologist and founder of Net Your Problem, an organization helping commercial fishing communities recycle their old gear and reduce plastic, without sacrificing their livelihoods.
In this episode, Nicole explains firsthand how discarded gear gets sent to landfills and how she decided to do something about it.
From the logistics of collecting old gear to the powerful partnerships she’s building with fisherm...
Do you ever get overwhelmed when your fisherman comes home without notice? SAME!
In this episode, we get real about those moments when you just need a minute before switching from solo mode to partner mode—and how hard that can be to express.
You'll hear:
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A relatable story that proves you're not alone in needing a heads-up.
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A few gentle scripts and mindset shifts to help you speak up for what you need, even when it feels aw...
Many of us don't think about how PTSD and sleep deprivation can affect our fishermen's mental health, both short-term and long-term. But there are ways to lessen the burden, and today's guest explains how.
Amanda "Mandy" Roome is a Research Scientist at the Northeast Center for Occupational Health and Safety in Cooperstown, NY
In this episode, Mandy shares:
- What PTSD really is, and how to check if...
Today’s episode is powerful—it could literally save your fisherman’s life AND ease your stress each time they leave the dock. (Can I get an AMEN?! 🙌)
Highlights of Today’s Episode:- Why your voice matters more than you think
- Messages and convo starters to gently encourage PFD use
- How to tailor the conversation to your fisherman’s experience, body type, and needs
- Real feedback f...
Fun Fact: #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? Because their Partners tell them to! ⚓️ (We have more influence than we think!)
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of commercial fishing safety gear with Len Nelson of Kent Safety Products, a trusted name in personal flotation devices (PFDs).
From engineering PFDs that balance comfort and protection to collaborating with fishermen and safety organizations, Len offers a behind-the-...
*FREE consultations for POCFs and Fishermen!*
In the second part of our conversation with Attorney Michael Flynn, we dive into the specifics of handling injuries at sea and the legal steps you need to take to protect your family. Michael breaks down how the Jones Act and Seaman’s Protection Act come into play during personal injury cases and what it means for fishing families seeking compensation.
We also discuss the practicaliti...
*FREE consultations for all POCFs and fishermen!*
In this episode, we sit down with Attorney Michael Flynn to discuss the fundamental legal protections for commercial fishermen.
As part of our ongoing effort to help fishing families understand the laws that affect them, Michael unpacks essential maritime laws, discusses how proactive education can help fishermen avoid legal pitfalls, and what steps to take if an injury occurs abo...
Today, I'm sharing a personal story about loneliness that surprised me this year — and how facing it head-on changed everything. Instead of numbing out with substances like I used to, I embraced the feeling with curiosity... and something profound happened.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- A 5-minute practice to move through hard emotions
- How sobriety and letting go of o...
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