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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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26:06

How to Gain Public Interest in Commercial Fishing

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/09/25

Enter to Win Scholarships from Guy Cotten & Partners of Commercial Fishermen! We're giving $500 scholarships to 4 students and 1-year memberships to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Forum to 4 POCFs. POCF winners will also receive access to private group chat, a one-year access to private podcasts (launching 2025), a one-year access to the private newsletter (launching 2025), 1 POCF Survival Guide, and 1 POCF Pride T-shirt. Just fill out this form, and you will be automatically entered

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26:09

Working Aboard with your Fisherman Might be a Great...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/09/18

While in California recently to spend extra time with Chris and help him prep for spiny lobster season, I seriously considered fishing with him this season for about 5.5 hours. In this episode, I share: Advice from POCFs in our community about why working alongside their fisherman was a great decision for them (and reasons to consider doing it, too). The POV of a female fisherman who is co-captaining with her partner and the challenges she recently experienced. And the importance of every POCF,

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32:20

Fisherman's Gone for 6 mo. + Tips On How I Make It Work

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/09/11

Returning to my solo POCF life after traveling with my fisherman to his fishery in California wasn’t as easy as it had been in the past, and it almost felt daunting. How did I do it before? How will I get through this long season? I felt the inklings of depression coming on, if I’m being honest. Thankfully, I remembered the advice I’d gotten from POCFs and personal experience, and I went through each tip like a mental checklist to recalibrate myself back to life. In this episode, I share those exact

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32:58

Story Time: When Your Fisherman is Married to the Sea

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/09/04

Does this title trigger you? You’re not alone! I know many Partners of Commercial Fishermen in our community can feel disconnected from their fishermen during the fishing season and even in the off-season. In this episode, I share a story about what it's like when I start to feel less like a priority during a season. I also share ways we can productively communicate our needs to our partners so that we can be heard, and the secret to feeling less alone even when we are alone (and you don’t have to

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34:41

Pt. 2: Maintaining Good Mental Health and...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/08/28

We are back with part two of a uniquely special episode to me because today we are continuing our conversation with retired Army officer Dr. Douglas Waldrep, who is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist—also known as my dad! As you probably know by now, my upbringing as a military kid sparked the idea of creating Partners of Commercial Fishermen in the first place. My ultimate goal is to learn ways to best support us through fishing seasons and beyond. This begins with learning how to nurture

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28:57

Pt. 1 Maintaining Good Mental Health and...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/08/21

This episode is particularly special to me because today we have retired Army officer Dr. Douglas Waldrep, who is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist—also known as my dad! As you probably know by now, my upbringing as a military kid sparked the idea of creating Partners of Commercial Fishermen in the first place. My ultimate goal is to learn ways to best support us through fishing seasons and beyond. This begins with learning how to nurture our mental health. In this episode, we discuss the

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Fishy Money Pt. 4: Private Community Members Share...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/08/14

After speaking to POCFs in our community, I’ve learned that the most helpful way to figure out the best financial plan for you is to learn what has successfully (and unsuccessfully) worked for others in our unique lifestyle, connect with financial professionals to ask questions, then create a financial plan that reflects your goals. That’s what this “Fishy Money” series is all about! Continuing our conversation about handling financials during tough seasons, I share what two members of our private

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27:34

Fishy Money Pt. 3: Deadliest Catch’s Jenny Gore Dwyer...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/08/07

Our chat with Jenny continues with so much heart. In this episode, we discuss her husband Pat and his diagnosis of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), a rare degenerative disease also known as Lou Gherigs Disease. Jenny shares how ALS affected not only the family but also the fishing business, including financial management, and how the family came together to support each other during difficult times. Jenny also shares strategies for preparing for low or no seasons and the decision to expand their

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25:48

Fishy Money Pt. 2: Deadliest Catch’s Jenny Gore Dwyer...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Maternal + POCF wisdom in a candid interview with Jenny Gore Dwyer of Deadliest Catch! Jenny has been a huge support to our community since the beginning, and this episode is a perfect example of that. We discuss the challenges and successes of running a fishing business since 1986 and how she and her husband, Pat, managed to grow from one boat to a fleet of three. Jenny shares what they had to do financially at times to make it work while raising two kids. Plus, she shares the one business decision

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28:05

Fishy Money Pt. 1: Financial Game Plans for Tough...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/07/24

MONEY! Something every fishing household thinks about as frequently as the seasons and days come and go. Today, I’m sharing what two POCFs in our community do and have done financially to make money stretch when seasons tanked or were closed. These POCFs have been with their fishermen for over 20 and 40 years, so I'm passing along their knowledge to see if anything inspires you. Disclaimer: I am presenting personal viewpoints of POCFS that do not directly reflect the opinions or positions of the

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27:16

FAQs: Common Qs About Our Community Answered!

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/07/17

At times, requests from international organizations, students, and writers make it feel like we're the "Google" of the commercial fishing industry! People want to know exactly who we are, where we live, and how we contribute to the industry. We get into this and a whole lot more! In this episode, we discuss: - What exactly a POCF is, and where you'll find us. - The invisible labor of POCFs (more than you can imagine!) - What makes our community stand out, unique, and special. - The reason why we

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52:03

How to Care for Kids, Aging Adults, & Yourself with...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Plenty of Partners of Commercial Fishermen solo parent for days, weeks, or up to six months at a time (maybe longer, depending on the fishery), and we have several in our community who also care for aging parents. Aging happens to us all, yet caretaking kids or elder adults can be easier than you think. I’m honored to have Dr. Melissa Batchelor on this week. She hosts the podcast This is Getting Old: Moving Towards An Age-Friendly World and is also an experienced nurse and nurse practitioner

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Fisherman in Bristol Bay, AK? Same! Check out this...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/07/03

The Goodbye is Chapter One of The Diary of a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman, a limited series written in honor of POCFs preparing to send or have sent off their loved ones for the season. Through 5 stories over 9 weeks, I shared my emotional journey of long-distance dating a fisherman in Bristol Bay, Alaska, including the uncertainty, frustration, & joys of a season apart. Inspired by Diary of a Sea Captain’s Wife, Tales of Santa Cruz Island by Margaret Holden Eaton. Hope you enjoy

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34:49

Female Fisherman Aboard: The REAL Reason You May Feel...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/06/26

It is a controversial topic among the commercial fishing community and a popular concern among Partners of Commercial Fishermen during this time of year: how would you feel if your partner worked with a female deckhand or captain?PSA: Our community is VERY supportive of female fishermen – some women in our community are also fishermen! However, when it comes to a loved one sharing close quarters with a woman, the mind of a POCF can start to swirl into oblivion, questioning their relationships and

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Sneak Peek! POCF Survival Guide, Chp 2: How To Go...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/06/19

Sneak Peek of Chapter 2 of the *brand new* eBook! Partners of Commercial Fishermen Survival Guide 101: How To Go From WTF? To F*ck Yeah! Valuable Tips and Advice for Navigating a Relationship with a Fisherman & Yourself - This is the book I wish existed when I began dating my fisherman! In this episode, I share a letter from a POCF who is brand new to dating a commercial fisherman and is struggling. I’m sure many Partners of Commercial Fishermen will nod along to this letter and to the response

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It's Here! POCF Survivial Guide: How to Go from WTF?...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/06/12

I’m thrilled to share that our eBook is out now, and I’m reading a chapter to give you a taste of what to expect! Partners of Commercial Fishermen Survival Guide: How to Go from What the F*ck? to F*ck Yeah! Valuable Tips and Advice on how to navigate a Relationship with a Fisherman & Yourself I’ve wanted to write this book for a while, and I’m so happy it’s finally out in the world. It’s downloadable and it’s yours as soon as you purchase! As I mentioned before, this is the book I wish existed

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12:18

8 Emotions You May Have When Your Fisherman is Away

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/06/05

Having a loving relationship AND solo time during a fishing season is an incredible gift many relationships never experience. Though missing your partner and worrying for their safety are inevitable feelings when your partner is at sea, there is also a freakin’ awesome side to having more time for yourself, like focusing on your wants and needs. Cultivating a strong, independent life and learning what brings you joy is a gift you’ll carry throughout your lifetime. However, not all POCFs initially

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Letter: I Don't Feel Strong All The Time Ep. 55

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/05/30

A question many POCFs ask themselves when beginning to date a fisherman - Can I Handle It? In this episode, I reveal a heartfelt and relatable letter from a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman wondering if this lifestyle is for her. I also give advice on how I've worked through similar feelings and ways we can connect to uplift each other through the on and off-seasons. Let's Dive In! Show Resources: Your Sex Life & Dating a Commercial Fisherman EXCLUSIVE OFFERS FOR POCFS! > [FREE] Visit

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29:35

Child-Free Experience: How I Came to the Decision Not...

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/05/22

Child-Free Experience: How I Came to the Decision Not to Have Kids We’re talking about the choice not to have children and what that experience has been like as a 42-year-old Partner of a Commercial Fisherman. In this episode, I touch on: Interviews with 10 women, ranging from 19 to late sixties, on why they do or do not have kids Deciding factors as a Partner of a Commercial Fisherman The stigmas of child-free women Real thoughts and concerns of those who don’t have kids Feeling confident

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18:17

Happy 1 Year Anniversary Thanks to YOU!

The Megan Waldrep Podcast ·

2024/05/15

Happy one-year anniversary of the POCF Podcast! I can’t believe a year has passed, and it’s been really special. I’ve loved being able to take the love and goodness I pour into the lifestyle blog and turn it into another way to connect with you! Since launching the podcast in May of 2023, we’ve met other POCFs and have gotten inspired by their experiences in this lifestyle, we’ve covered important topics such as motherhood, mental health, addiction, finances, health, art, creativity, and, of

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