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All-New Episodes!

Season 2, Episode 1: Denella Ri'chard - Where Travel Can Take You

  

In the Season 2 premiere episode, Claudine is joined by industry trailblazer Denella Ri'chard, named in The Network Journal’s "25 Influential Women in Business" and Legacy Miami's "50 Most Powerful & Influential Business Leaders" of 2018.

Denella sheds light on her path that led her to a career in the cruise industry and shares amazing stories working for Norwegian Cruise Line & Holland America line.

Plus, the pair discuss starting your own business in the pandemic, and celebrate Denella's new success as a television producer and host, starring in award-winning travel shows streaming across the globe!


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Season One

Season 1, Episode 10: Ryan Stana of RWS Global

Season 1, Episode 8: Simone Maraschi of Cruise Gate Hamburg

Season 1, Episode 10: Ryan Stana of RWS Global

It's the Season 1 finale, and Claudine and Ryan discuss everything from being an only child to starting their own businesses, and everything in between - including winning an Emmy!

Ryan shares insight into his successful career as an entrepreneur and the story behind starting RWS Global, and gives insight into the work he does in creating memories for cruise guests world wide!


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Season 1, Episode 9: Mim Larsson of SDK Cruise

Season 1, Episode 8: Simone Maraschi of Cruise Gate Hamburg

Season 1, Episode 10: Ryan Stana of RWS Global

Join Claudine this week as she chats with a port agent for the first time on Cruise Convos: Mim Larsson from SDK Cruise!

Tune in to find out what life is like as a port agent, where no two days are the same! As Mim shares hilarious stories from her career so far.

Plus the pair discuss how they have witnessed the industry evolve over their careers, and where it could be in 10 years!


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Season 1, Episode 8: Simone Maraschi of Cruise Gate Hamburg

Season 1, Episode 8: Simone Maraschi of Cruise Gate Hamburg

Season 1, Episode 8: Simone Maraschi of Cruise Gate Hamburg

In this week's episode, Claudine is joined by Simone Maraschi, Managing Director at Cruise Gate Hamburg to discuss what makes Hamburg such a special cruise destination, all year round!

Simone shares insights into how sustainable initiatives have shaped Hamburg Cruise Port, with a strong commitment to improving and reducing their impact on the environment, and - of course! - the pair look forward to Seatrade Europe coming to Hamburg this September, and Hamburg Cruise Days on the river Elbe! 


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Season 1, Episode 7: Ilana of Life Well Cruised

Season 1, Episode 6: Tom Goetter of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Season 1, Episode 8: Simone Maraschi of Cruise Gate Hamburg

Tune in this week as Claudine speaks with Ilana from Life Well Cruised - a full time cruise blogger!

Claudine and Ilana talk all things cruise content creation, and the impact of creating authentic content to connect cruise lines with cruise guests of all ages & interests!

Ilana talks some of her favourite memories of cruising with her family and offers Claudine some tips for her upcoming trips!

Plus, as always Ilana looks back, to offer her younger self some advice - tune in to find out what she says!


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Season 1, Episode 6: Tom Goetter of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Season 1, Episode 6: Tom Goetter of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Season 1, Episode 6: Tom Goetter of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Learn about life as a top chef at sea! Join us for a hilarious and inspiring conversation with Tom Goetter, VP Hotel Operations at Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, an esteemed world-renowned chef aboard Scenic Eclipse, on this week's episode.

Tom recently showcased his culinary prowess on the hit TV show "Top Chef: World All Stars" and is currently captivating audiences on "Maritime Masters." Together, Tom and Claudine discuss life onboard as a Top Chef and his remarkable journey learning from acclaimed chefs around the globe to his current role as a visionary leader!


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Season 1, Episode 5: Kris Endreson of MSC Cruises USA

Season 1, Episode 6: Tom Goetter of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Season 1, Episode 6: Tom Goetter of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Claudine chats with Kris Endreson, VP Strategic Sales at MSC Cruises USA, the fastest-growing cruise line around the world!

Kris shares insight into their current growth in the North American market, current projects, and what the future holds. 

Kris also shares her history in the industry and how travel has changed her life for the better!


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Season 1, Episode 4: Rafat Ali of Skift

Season 1, Episode 2: Russell Benford of Royal Caribbean Group

Season 1, Episode 3: Carol Cabezas of Azamara

In this week's Cruise Convos Special, Claudine is joined by Rafat Ali, one of the most influential people in tourism worldwide - and founder and CEO of Skift, a respected source of news and insights into the travel and tourism industry.

Rafat shares some outside perspectives on cruise trends and traveler behavior, and Claudine quizzes him on how technological innovations will likely change travel marketing, tourism operations, and traveler expectations into the future - from FinTech to generative AI!


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Season 1, Episode 3: Carol Cabezas of Azamara

Season 1, Episode 2: Russell Benford of Royal Caribbean Group

Season 1, Episode 3: Carol Cabezas of Azamara

It’s International Women’s Day! On this week’s episode, Claudine chats with Carol Cabezas, President of Azamara. 

Claudine and Carol talk about Carol’s journey as a trailblazing female leader in the cruise industry. Carol also teases some of the epic initiatives and itineraries happening at Azamara under her leadership and discusses how the industry can continue connecting with a younger generation of travelers.

As always, Carol looks back on her younger self and offers some amazing insight into overcoming life’s challenges!


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Season 1, Episode 2: Russell Benford of Royal Caribbean Group

Season 1, Episode 2: Russell Benford of Royal Caribbean Group

Season 1, Episode 2: Russell Benford of Royal Caribbean Group

Claudine and industry trailblazer Russell Benford, VP of Government Relations at Royal Caribbean Group, discuss celebrating Black History Month in the US this February and taking the opportunity to reflect and tell the stories of generations that came before. Russell shares a truly inspirational story with Claudine about his great-grandparents and how their story has shaped who he is today.

Turning to Russell's career in cruise, Russell and Claudine discuss why he chose to work at Royal Caribbean Group after spending 23 years working in local governments across South Florida. 


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Season 1, Episode 1: Alex Zeitz of Virgin Voyages

Season 1, Episode 1: Alex Zeitz of Virgin Voyages

Season 1, Episode 2: Russell Benford of Royal Caribbean Group

Claudine catches up with good friend Alex Zeitz, Director of Customer and Employee Experience at Virgin Voyages, to learn more about him and his journey in the cruise industry.

Don't miss the exciting discussion about what Virgin is all about and what it's really like to take a Virgin Voyages cruise - and what it's like to work on board!

Alex shares some of what Virgin does to make the crew feel at home and create a culture of belonging so staff can be themselves!


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All-New Episodes!

Season 1, Episode 1: Alex Zeitz of Virgin Voyages

All-New Episodes!

We are excited to relaunch Cruise Convos with Seatrade Cruise Talks!

In this new podcast series with Seatrade Cruise Talks, Claudine chats with cruise industry leaders across the globe to discover what it takes to make our cruise industry so EPIC.


And if you have something to share, reach out to join the fun!

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PREVIOUS EPISODES

Legacy Episodes

Legacy Videos

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The Very Beginning

Click below to check out our Welcome episode, from all the way back in November of 2020!

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