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The Megan Waldrep Podcast

The Megan Waldrep Podcast is a space to slow down, take a breath, and create a spiritual life that works for you. Hosted by Megan Waldrep, this podcast is rooted in one simple idea: BYOB—Bring Your Own Beliefs. There’s no right way here. No rules to follow. Just curiosity, honesty, and space to explore what feels true for you. Each episode blends real, open conversations with spiritual ideas that inspire, along with simple practices like breathwork and energy awareness to help clear your mind,

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22:42

A Whole New World - The POCF Origin Series | Part 1 of 9

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/11/05

In this special farewell series to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast (rebrand ahead!), I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of commercial fishing families.In today’s episode: Being introduced to a lifestyle most people never see The shock of how big the fishing industry really is Falling in love with the adventure and the risk The beginning of a story that changes everything FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with 4 simple breath resets and a self-check-in to

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27:11

Why Your Experience Still Matters (Even When A Career...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/10/29

This week, we’re digging into what happens when your role changes or you’re no longer in the day-to-day of a career you once lived.In this episode, I share: How to stay connected even when your role evolves My experience speaking at the Ocean Innovation Conference - just one day before I shared that we sold the boat The panel questions I answered, and how you can make them your own when you speak about your former career. Let's Connect: meganwaldrep.com

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Identity Shifts: Navigating the Messy Middle of Life...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/10/22

Commercial fishing isn’t just a job. It’s a lifestyle that shapes both the fisherman and their partner. But what happens when that identity changes?In this episode, we explore: Life after the boat The “messy middle” of transition and how to reconnect with yourself when the lifestyle that defined you evolves. Let's dive in. RESOURCES: Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing

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56:37

Protecting Those Who Work the Sea with Beth Casoni of...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/10/15

Today, we’re talking with Beth Casoni of the Massachusetts Lobstermen’s Association about something that goes deeper than just fishing—it’s about community, care, and what happens when the unthinkable strikes. As we know, the sea is unpredictable, but amid that risk is a tight-knit community that shows up for one another in powerful ways. We’ll talk about how lobstering families support each other, how MLA steps in during shifts in regulation and tragedy, and how they actively reach out to

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17:03

We're on the Bristol Bay (Alaska) Fisheries Report!

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/10/08

This feels like a big “get” for the POCF community. Today, I’m sharing our feature on the Bristol Bay Fisheries Report from July 18, 2025, with Kendra Hanna, a KDLG fish reporter and freelance radio and podcast producer.KDLG is THE radio station that fishermen listen to daily while in Bristol Bay, Alaska, and it was such an honor to share personal stories and highlight how families and partners of commercial fishermen form the backbone of community life throughout the season. GO US! Listen to the

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27:54

POD- We Sold the Fishing Business— What’s Getting Us...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Today’s episode is a big one. On the first day of spiny lobster season, we announce something deeply personal: Chris and I sold the fishing business.Chris has been fishing since he was 15—lobster, salmon, sea cucumber, Bristol Bay—you name it. Over 15 seasons, I’ve been alongside him, which eventually inspired the creation of the Partners of Commercial Fishermen. Selling the Joseph Warren marks the end of a chapter and the start of something new. In this episode, I share: The emotional and

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17:07

Got the Blues? Advice from POCFs in our Community

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/09/24

In this episode, I’m sharing advice straight from our private POCF chat community — the kind of support you’ll find in this safe, just-for-us space, like:Why feeling “lost” is actually a normal (and necessary) part of growth How old comforts like shopping, sweets, or scrolling can lose their spark — and what that really means Real advice and encouragement from the POCF private chat community to help you move through the blues Tune in, take what resonates, and remember: you’re not alone when the

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38:45

Stop Overpaying Taxes: What to Ask Your Accountant...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Do finances scare or bore you, yet you stress out when tax season approaches? You're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with Chris Capone to explore how the right guidance can help you save money and reduce stress in your fishing business or personal business. What we learn in this episode: The difference between an accountant and a CPA—and which you might need. How fractional CFO services can support small businesses. Simple strategies to reduce taxes through better planning. Tax filing

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32:58

Feeling Stuck? 7 Ideas To Switch Up Your Routine So...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/09/10

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 rhythm Mini-adventure ideas that spark creativity and fun Let’s Dive In! RESOURCES FOR POCFS: 🛟 Reliable PFDs Will Help Bring

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35:26

Part 1: From Loneliness to Fulfillment (even when...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/09/03

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 conversation on the POCF podcast several weeks ago as a

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54:12

Staying Grounded: How POCF Lena Kalafor Navigates...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/08/27

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 directly relates to the POCF experience! In This Episode, You'll

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Pt 3: POCF Angela Barnes on Being a POCF in Australia

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/08/20

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’ll Hear: How Australian commercial fisheries compare to the

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Pt 2: POCF Becca Bissett Raising a Toddler While Your...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/08/13

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: How Becca preps her home and mindset before a trip The emotional reality of parenting

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Pt 1: 19 Yr Old POCF Emily Cunningham: Real Talk on...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/08/06

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 shares wisdom well beyond her years. This episode is a reminder that

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37:25

Pt. 2: The Truth About Coast Guard Inspections with...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/07/30

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 leads to better outcomes. How often fishermen need to prepare for examinations. Tips for starting the

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37:25

Pt. 1: The Truth About Coast Guard Inspections with...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/07/23

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? Steven is offering direct support to POCFs and fishermen. You can text him a photo of your life raft at 503-957-4794 to check if it’s properly secured. Mentioned

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38:53

How POCF Aubrey McNeil Navigates the Alaska Fishing...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/07/16

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 long-distance relationship with a commercial fisherman, how she navigates his time away, and the

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How One POCF is Navigating Her First Season Apart

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/07/09

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 know all too well. You’ll hear my response of empathy, encouragement,

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51:56

Part 2: From Loneliness to Fulfillment (even when...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/07/02

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 that shook her to the core, we explore how loneliness can hit us even

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16:35

True Funny Story about Perimenopause & Couples (How...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2025/06/25

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 so hard to explain what you need when you don’t even understand what’s happening yourself. How to start conversations with your

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