Before Someday

About Before Someday

Welcome to Before Someday; the podcast for people who feel there’s more, but keep telling themselves “one day”. Here, we talk to people who stopped waiting and started moving. People who chose the van, the boat, the island — or simply a life they designed themselves. People who started their own business, followed a passion, or created freedom on their own terms. No hype. No perfect plans. Just real choices, real lives, and the courage to start now. Because life doesn’t happen someday. This is Before Someday: Stop waiting. Start living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Sarah Poissant

Category

business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Feb 2026

Latest episode

20 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Before Someday episode 18: with Joanne Dittes Yepsen

   What happens when you've spent decades serving others and realize it's time to start listening to yourself? Former mayor Joanne Dittes Yepsen shares what it means to step away from public life, rediscover your own voice, and make room for a new chapter. Partners of this episode SafetyWing → (https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26588894&utm_medium=Ambassador&utm_source=chatgpt.com) Travel medical insurance for people living and traveling abroad. SunChill → (https://sunchill.com/beforesomeday) Portable shade for life outdoors. Some of these links are affiliate links, which means Before Someday may earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no additional cost to you. About this episode Joanne Dittes Yepsen spent years in public service, including serving as mayor of Saratoga Springs, New York. She helped bring people together, fought for projects she believed in, and made personal sacrifices along the way. But stepping away from public life brought a different kind of challenge: figuring out who she wanted to be next. In this episode of Before Someday, Joanne joins Sarah Poissant to talk about leadership, the cost of public service, finding your inner voice again, and making space for a new chapter. They explore the difference between to-do lists and to-be lists, why not every battle deserves your energy, and how paying attention to what brings you joy can help you live more intentionally. And Joanne shares one dream she still wants to pursue before someday: writing her memoir. Because sometimes the next chapter begins when you stop asking what you should do and start asking who you want to be. 🎧 Listen to Before Someday wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Joanne: Find Joanne Dittes Yepsen on LinkedIn. Follow Before Someday: Instagram @beforesomeday | beforesomeday.com Stop waiting. Start living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Before Someday episode 17: with Annemieke Umberg

   What happens when the life you planned no longer feels like the life you want? Annemieke Umberg grew up with a pretty traditional idea of success. Choose a good career, work hard, earn enough money and plan for the future. Her life ended up looking very different. Annemieke went from modelling in Los Angeles and working in the medical industry to quitting her job and sailing across oceans. Later, becoming a mother made her question things all over again. Did they really need the bigger house? Did she still want the career she had worked for? And what would she be willing to give up to spend more time with her children and pursue work she actually cared about? Partners of this episode SafetyWing → Travel medical insurance for people living and travelling abroad. SafetyWing (https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26588894&utm_medium=Ambassador&utm_source=chatgpt.com) SunChill → A floating water hammock for your days on the water. SunChill (https://sunchill.com/beforesomeday?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Some of these links are affiliate links, which means Before Someday may earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no additional cost to you. About this episode Sarah talks with Annemieke about the less glamorous side of modelling, the first sailing trip that showed her there were other ways to live, and what changed when she became a mother. Annemieke talks openly about realizing she was still chasing things she had wanted before having children, including the bigger house and the dual income needed to pay for it. A second sailing trip with her family gave her the chance to get away from those routines and ask herself what she actually wanted. They also talk about visiting remote Palmerston Island, why Annemieke was willing to give up comfort to create more freedom, and the role wellness now plays in her life. For her, taking care of yourself isn't just about health or longevity. It's also about creating enough quiet to hear your own thoughts and make choices that feel like yours. Connect with Annemieke Instagram: @annemieke.umberg Before Someday Stop waiting. Start living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Before Someday episode 16: with Julia Rogers

   What if taking time off isn’t falling behind, but a way of figuring out where you actually want to go? Julia Rogers has spent nearly two decades helping young people step away from the expected path and create meaningful gap years built around curiosity, growth and real-world experience. Partners of this episode SafetyWing → (https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26588894&utm_medium=Ambassador&utm_source=chatgpt.com) Travel medical insurance for people living and travelling abroad. SunChill → (https://sunchill.com/beforesomeday?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Portable shade for life outdoors. Some of these links are affiliate links, which means Before Someday may earn a commission if you purchase through them, at no additional cost to you. About this episode In this episode of Before Someday, Julia talks with Sarah about her own journey from volunteering in rural Tanzania to founding EnRoute Consulting, and what she has learned from helping hundreds of young people navigate that uncertain space between What am I supposed to do? and What do I actually want? They talk about why you don’t need to have a passion figured out, the difference between loneliness and solitude, the pressure young people feel to choose the “right” future, and why an unconventional year can sometimes teach you more than following the obvious next step. And yes, there are gap years involving everything from macaws in Costa Rica to a student whose fascination with elevators took him all the way to China. Learn more about Julia EnRoute Consulting → (https://enroutegapyear.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

4. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Before Someday episode 15: with Bella Fothergill

   What does growing up look like when the ocean is your backyard and adventure is simply part of everyday life? At just 16, Bella Fothergill has already spent half her life sailing around the world with her family aboard Sailing With Six. Partners of this episode SafetyWing Travel medical insurance for people living and travelling around the world. Explore SafetyWing → (https://safetywing.com/?referenceID=26588894&utm_source=26588894&utm_medium=Ambassador) Sunchill Premium inflatable floats made for life on and around the water. Discover Sunchill → (https://sunchill.com/beforesomeday) These are affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, Before Someday may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. About this episode Bella kitesurfs, surfs, freedives, spearfishes, sails and writes about life at sea through her blog, Sailing Sister. But growing up this way isn't just about turquoise water and incredible adventures. Bella talks with Sarah about the responsibility that comes with life at sea, the day their rudder snapped eight days into a 4,000-mile Pacific crossing, and what it feels like to know that getting things wrong can have real consequences. She also shares what she misses about life on land, community, friends and having a physical church to belong to, and why family, freedom and generosity have become such important parts of how she sees a successful life. From surfing and freediving to facing fear hundreds of miles from land, this is a conversation about growing up differently — and what that can teach all of us about how we choose to live. In this episode Growing up aboard Sailing With Six Learning to kitesurf at nine Surfing waves Freediving and spearfishing around the world Responsibility as a teenager at sea Losing a rudder eight days into a 4,000-mile Pacific crossing Sailing another 20 days with only one rudder How that experience changed Bella's respect for the ocean Missing friends, community and church while cruising Writing about life at sea through Sailing Sister What family, freedom and success mean to Bella Her advice for anyone still waiting for “someday” Follow Bella Bella Instagram — @bellafothergill (https://www.instagram.com/bellafothergill/) Sailing With Six Instagram — @sailingwithsix (https://www.instagram.com/sailingwithsix/) Website — sailingwithsix.com (https://www.sailingwithsix.com/) YouTube — @sailingwithsix (https://www.youtube.com/@sailingwithsix) Follow Before Someday Instagram — @beforesomeday (https://www.instagram.com/beforesomeday/) Website — beforesomeday.com (https://www.beforesomeday.com/) YouTube Shorts — @BeforeSomedayThePodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@BeforeSomedayThePodcast) Stop waiting. Start living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

5. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Before Someday episode 14: with Boy Meets Ocean

   What happens when a 13-year-old trades a traditional childhood for life aboard a catamaran? In this episode of Before Someday, Sarah sits down with Atticus from Boy Meets Ocean to talk about growing up on the water, exploring remote islands, and seeing the world through a child’s eyes. After his family decided to leave land life behind, Atticus quickly discovered that boat life was more than just adventure. It became a journey of confidence, independence, family connection, and appreciation for the natural world. He shares: The moment he realized his childhood was different from most kids his age Why he wishes his family had started boat life sooner The experience of swimming with a wild dolphin in Guadeloupe The challenges nobody sees behind the sunsets and adventures Why he believes making friends on a boat can be easier than on land How worldschooling gives him more freedom to explore and learn The lessons his dad has taught him that he’ll carry for life Atticus's story is a reminder that adventure isn’t something you wait for someday. Sometimes you have to take the first step and create it yourself. Stop waiting. Start living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

6. 

   11 Aug 2026

   Before Someday episode 13: with Designed to Explore

   What if the life you’re building isn’t the life you actually want? Eleanor and Dave were successful architects with demanding careers, a home, financial stability and a young family. From the outside, they had built exactly what they were supposed to build. But something didn't feel right. After years of planning, they finally chose a different path. A path built around family, adventure, freedom and time together. What started with a sabbatical and a year-long trip eventually became van life, bikepacking, boat life and a home in French Polynesia. Today, they travel the world with their children while building a business around the lifestyle they actually want to live. In this episode, we talk about: • Why a successful career wasn't worth missing out on family time • The five-year plan that helped them make the leap • Going from architects to van life, bikepacking and living on a sailboat • Why financial security can sometimes keep us stuck • Raising children while travelling the world • Why they believe perfect is the enemy of good • And what happens when you finally walk through the door you've been afraid to open If you've ever dreamed about doing something completely different with your life, this one is for you. 🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: What would you do if you stopped waiting for the perfect time? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

7. 

   28 Jul 2026

   Before Someday episode 12: with Janet Tanguay

   What if the biggest risk in life isn’t failing… but never trying at all? Janet Tanguay built an international movement around one simple question: Why do so many people die with dreams they never pursue? Founder of Hammock Way of Life, entrepreneur, bestselling author and creator of a global vision board coaching community, Janet has spent years helping thousands of people turn “someday” into today. In this conversation we explore why people stay stuck, what separates dreamers from doers, and how tiny decisions can completely change the direction of your life. You’ll hear: • why 98% of people never fulfill their dreams • the surprising science behind vision boards and taking action • why language shapes your future more than you think • how gratitude, community and mindset influence success • the unexpected story behind her Times Square billboard • why she turned down a seven-figure opportunity to stay true to her mission Whether you believe in manifestation or not, this episode is ultimately about something much bigger: Living intentionally before life makes the decision for you. Because someday isn’t a day of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

8. 

   7 Jul 2026

   Before Someday episode 11: with Laura Dekker

   At just fourteen years old, Laura Dekker became the youngest person ever to sail solo around the world. The record made headlines around the globe, but it only tells part of her story. In this episode of Before Someday, Laura reflects on the legal battle that nearly stopped her before she even left the dock, why that experience proved harder than the voyage itself, and how it shaped her view of trust, freedom and resilience. Today, Laura’s mission looks very different. Together with the Laura Dekker World Sailing Foundation, she helps young people build confidence through life-changing sailing expeditions. She also shares how becoming a mother has changed the way she thinks about adventure, responsibility and raising independent children. This is a conversation about far more than sailing. It’s about choosing your own path, growing through challenge, and finding purpose long after achieving what the world remembers you for. 🎙️ If you enjoy the episode, please consider following the podcast and leaving a review. It helps us share more extraordinary stories with people who are still waiting for their own “someday.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

9. 

   23 Jun 2026

   Before Someday episode 10: Eric Marsh

   At 73 years old, Eric Marsh sailed around the world in a 5.8-meter plywood boat. Not a yacht. Not a luxury cruiser. A tiny homemade boat crossing some of the most remote oceans on Earth. During the journey, Eric was thrown overboard at night while sailing alone. Tethered to the boat and being dragged through the water, he faced every sailor’s worst nightmare. In this episode, Eric shares: • Why he joined the first-ever Mini Globe Race • What it feels like to be completely alone at sea • The terrifying moment he fell overboard • Lessons about fear, resilience and ageing • Why adventure doesn’t stop when you get older A powerful conversation about courage, simplicity, and proving that dreams don’t have an expiration date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

10. 

    9 Jun 2026

    Before Someday episode 9: with Koen Darras

    Most people dream about crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Koen Darras wants to kitesurf across it. Yep, you read that correctly! In this episode of Before Someday, we sit down with Belgian adventurer Koen Darras as he prepares for a world-first challenge: a 5,000-kilometre kitesurf crossing of the Atlantic Ocean. For 60 days, Koen will live between the ocean and a support vessel, relying on endurance, preparation and an extraordinary mindset to attempt something never done before. But this isn’t only a story about adventure. After travelling 45,000 kilometres through Africa, Koen was deeply affected by the number of people living without access to clean drinking water. His Atlantic crossing has become a mission to raise awareness and funding for clean water projects. We talk about fear, preparation, purpose, family, risk, adventure, and what drives someone to chase a dream that most people would never dare attempt. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when an impossible idea refuses to leave someone’s mind, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ Listen now and discover why some dreams are simply too important to ignore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

11. 

    26 May 2026

    Before Someday episode 8: with Lauren Landers

    What does it really take to sail solo across the Pacific Ocean? Lauren Landers did it. Alone, with her Maine Coon cat Mako, across thousands of miles of open ocean. No safety net. No co-captain. Just her, the sea, and everything she had to figure out along the way. In this episode, Lauren talks about what solo sailing actually looks like from the inside: climbing masts alone, fixing engines she'd never touched before, anchoring in remote corners of French Polynesia, and sitting with fear in the middle of the night when there's no one else on board. But this isn't just a sailing story. It's about what happens when you stop waiting for the "right moment" and just go. About the confidence that only comes from doing hard things. About the life that opens up when you choose discomfort over safety. We get into: The mental side of being truly alone at sea How necessity turns you into someone capable of anything What sustaining this kind of life actually looks like financially The emotional weight of achieving your biggest dream -- and what comes after Why so many of us are quietly dreaming about escaping, and what separates the people who actually do If you've ever looked at your life and thought someday, this one's for you. Follow Lauren on YouTube and Instagram. And follow Before Someday for more conversations about freedom, adventure, and living on your own terms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

12. 

    12 May 2026

    Before Someday episode 7: with Tess Rawson

    What if the biggest thing holding you back is indecision? In this episode, Tess Rawson shares her journey from coaching TEDx speakers and leading outdoor adventures to living aboard a sailboat with her family and navigating the transition back to land life. We talk about fear, confidence, adventure, storytelling, resilience, and why waiting for the “perfect time” often keeps people stuck. A powerful conversation for anyone dreaming of more freedom, purpose, and a life lived on their own terms. 🎧 Listen now, follow the show, and share this episode with someone ready to stop waiting and start living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

13. 

    28 Apr 2026

    Before Someday episode 6: with Stef from Sailing Pinnacle

    What happens when motherhood meets ocean crossings, chaos, courage, and freedom? In Episode 4, we heard Rich from Sailing Pinnacle share the adventure, risk, and freedom of life at sea. But every story has another side. Today, we hear that same journey through the eyes of his partner, Stef. Stef shares the raw side of raising two young boys on a catamaran, navigating family life far from home, and her emotional journey through IVF to becoming a mother. From sharks in French Polynesia to sleepless nights, anchorages, and finding peace through freediving, this is an honest story about resilience, sacrifice, and creating a life outside the norm. 🎧 If you’ve ever wondered what freedom really costs, or what it takes to build a different kind of family life, this episode is for you. Listen now, follow Before Someday, and share this episode with someone dreaming of a different life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

14. 

    14 Apr 2026

    Before Someday episode 5: with Mandi Rocks

    She walked away from “safe”… and found herself on the road. What happens when you stop waiting for someday? In this episode, Mandi shares how full-time RV life became more than just travel, it became a way to heal. From fear and uncertainty to hurricanes, breakdowns, and loss… her journey wasn’t easy. But it changed everything. We talk about: Letting go of security and identity Why movement can be healing The moment she almost quit it all Losing her dad and what it changed Building a life instead of escaping one This is not just a story about van life. It’s about choosing growth over comfort… and action over fear. If you’ve ever felt stuck, this one will hit. 🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: what are you still waiting for? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

15. 

    31 Mar 2026

    Before Someday episode 4: with Sailing Pinnacle

    What happens when “someday” turns into now? In this episode, we sit down with Rich and Steph from Sailing Pinnacle, a family who left behind the expected path to sail the world with their two young children. They’ve crossed both the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean, surfed remote waves, learned to free dive, and built a life most people only talk about. But behind the dream lies a different reality. They open up about: Questioning everything just hours after departure Raising kids in a small space, far from help The pressure of sharing a “dream life” online And why this life is far harder than it looks This is not a polished version of freedom. It’s real, raw, and honest. A conversation about choosing your own path, accepting the trade-offs, and facing the question many people avoid: Do you actually want this life… or just the idea of it? 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

16. 

    17 Mar 2026

    Before Someday episode 3: with BE Expedition

    We’re back with a new episode, featuring Luc Giros. Luc crossed the Atlantic solo in a 6.5 meter boat during the Mini Transat. A challenge many sailors only dream about. Later, he even returned to the ocean with his family. What makes his journey even more powerful is that Luc lives with bladder exstrophy. Instead of letting it limit his ambitions, he chose to keep pursuing the life and adventures he dreamed of. Through BE Expedition, he shares a message that goes far beyond sailing: never give up on the dreams that make you feel alive. Tune in and hear his inspiring story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

17. 

    3 Mar 2026

    Before Someday episode 2: with BoatNotes

    In this episode, we sit down with Olivia and Adam from BoatNotes to talk about life beyond the highlight reel. From full-time sailing to RV living, and running a business remotely, they share what it really means to choose an uncertain life. Not just the freedom and adventure, but also the doubts, instability, and moments where things feel far from perfect. They speak openly about how this lifestyle pushes personal growth, challenges relationships, and forces constant adaptation. It’s rewarding, meaningful, and deeply transformative, but it’s not a paradise, and they don’t pretend it is. A honest conversation about mobility, work, creativity, and the less visible sides of living outside the conventional path. 🎧 Listen now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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    17 Feb 2026

    Before Someday episode 1: with Sailing Totem

    They didn’t wait for certainty. They didn’t wait for permission. In this first episode of Before Someday, we talk with two sailing coaches who chose a different life and kept choosing it, even when it was uncomfortable, uncertain, and far from perfect. About doubt. About commitment. And about starting anyway. Because someday is not a plan. This is what it looks like to begin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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    17 Feb 2026

    Before Someday teaser

    We all have a moment before we decide. Before Someday is a podcast about that moment; when waiting turns into action. Real stories from people who stopped postponing and started living. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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