by Franz
Sailing Stories, Interviews and Tips with and emphasis for the Mediterranean but we do venture Beyond
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April 1, 2025
Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 290 Interview with Matthew Bracken<br /> Version 1.0.0<br /> From Navy SEAL to Novelist and Bluewater Sailor: Meet Matthew Bracken<br /> In this episode of the podcast, we welcome Matthew Bracken—a man whose life reads like an adventure novel. A former Navy SEAL and lifelong sailor, Bracken is best known for his action-packed political thrillers that blend real-world tensions with gripping, character-driven plots. But what truly sets him apart is his deep connection to the sea.<br /> After serving in the Navy, Bracken didn’t just settle into civilian life—he sailed off into it. He spent years living aboard and voyaging across oceans on his own sailboat. His time at sea gave him a firsthand look at self-reliance, freedom, and the raw edge of adventure. These themes echo powerfully throughout his fiction.<br /> <br /> Matthew Bracken’s Books<br /> 1. Enemies Foreign and Domestic (2003)The first in the Enemies trilogy. A rogue federal agent stages a mass shooting to justify draconian gun laws. A retired SEAL and a sharp-eyed journalist race to uncover the truth. It’s a chilling tale of government overreach and personal courage.<br /> 2. Domestic Enemies: The Reconquista (2006)Set in a fractured near-future America, the story imagines the Southwest under separatist control. With borders dissolving and loyalties shifting, Bracken explores nationalism, identity, and civil conflict.<br /> 3. Foreign Enemies and Traitors (2009)The trilogy concludes with the rise of a tyrannical president who invites foreign troops onto U.S. soil. Resistance forces fight back in a gripping climax of betrayal, bravery, and rebellion.<br /> 4. Castigo Cay (2011)A true sailor’s thriller. Dan Kilmer, a former Marine turned outlaw sailor, becomes involved in rescuing a kidnapped girl from a Caribbean crime cartel. This one draws heavily on Bracken’s own sailing experiences—and it shows.<br /> 5. The Red Cliffs of Zerhoun (2016)A group of Americans is kidnapped by jihadists in North Africa. With strong echoes of historical captivity narratives, this story blends action, cultural conflict, and survival.<br /> 6. The Bracken Collection: Essays and Short Fiction (2019)A mix of political essays, short stories, and thought experiments—this collection offers a look into Bracken’s worldview beyond the world of fiction.<br /> 7. Doomsday Reef (2020)Bracken returns to nautical action in this maritime adventure set in the South China Sea. With rising international tensions and a cast of rogue seafarers, it’s a modern-day pirate story laced with geopolitics.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Where to Find Him<br /> <br /> <br /> Website: <a class="" href="http://www.enemiesforeignanddomestic.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="3911" data-end="3985">EnemiesForeignAndDomestic.com</a><br /> <br /> <br /> Amazon Author Page: <a class="" href="https://www.amazon.com/Matthew-Bracken/e/B001JP2Y3K" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="4014" data-end="4094">Matthew Bracken on Amazon</a><br /> <br /> <br /> Gab Profile: <a class="cursor-pointer" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="4116" data-end="4161">@Matt_Bracken</a><br /> <br /> Matthew Bracken's Substack newsletter is available at <a href="https://steelcutter.substack.com/" target="_new" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-start="54" data-end="124">https://steelcutter.substack.com/</a>. On this platform, he shares essays, short stories, and insights drawn from his experiences as a former Navy SEAL, sailor, and author<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/Medsailor" target="_blank" rel="attachment wp-att-2483 noopener noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> Want me to go sailing with you? <a href="https://www.medsailor.com/contact-me/">Then contact me!</a><br /> <br /> If you have ideas for future podcasts or comments please drop me a note! and PLEASE rate my podcast in iTunes and perhaps write a note.
March 24, 2025
Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 289 Sailing from Puerto Rico To Florida 2025<br /> This is a report on what will probably be my final sail on my own boat from Puerto Rico to Florida. See Dream is for sale and on the hard in Indiantown Marina in Indiantown Florida. Tie boat broker is Derek Jarvis and his phone number is 954-683-6047 C or 954-527-0664 O<br /> <br /> Here is a link for more information on <a href="https://www.medsailor.com/bristol-channel-cutter-for-sale/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">See Dream</a> a 28' Sam Morse and Co., Lyle Hess designed Bristol Channel Cutter the boat made famous by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lin_and_Larry_Pardey">Larry and Lynn Pardey</a> in their various books.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/Medsailor" target="_blank" rel="attachment wp-att-2483 noopener noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> Want me to go sailing with you? <a href="https://www.medsailor.com/contact-me/">Then contact me!</a><br /> <br /> If you have ideas for future podcasts or comments please drop me a note! and PLEASE rate my podcast in iTunes and perhaps write a note.<br /> <br /> link <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sailing-in-the-mediterranean/id566678892?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sailing-in-the-mediterranean/id566678892?mt=2</a><br /> <br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/Eiig" target="_blank" rel="attachment noopener wp-att-1345 noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/bwXh" target="_blank" rel="attachment wp-att-1435 noopener noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> Sailing! Learn To Sail: Basic Keelboat Certification Lessons for the ASA 101 Exam Exam over 7 hours of Audio Instruction to help you get ready to take the written exam.<br /> If you're interested in my sailing instructional audio series here are the links:<br /> Sailing! Learn to Sail: Basic Keelboat Certification Lessons for the ASA 101 Exam<br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/Eiig" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://gumroad.com/l/Eiig</a><br /> Sailing! Learn to Sail: Basic Coastal Cruising; Lessons for the ASA 103 Exam<br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/PvOYK" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://gumroad.com/l/PvOYK</a><br /> Sailing! Learn To Sail: Bareboat Cruising Certification Lessons for the ASA 104 Exam<br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/bwXh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://gumroad.com/l/bwXh</a><br /> Sailing in the Mediterranean Website<br /> <a href="https://www.medsailor.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.medsailor.com</a><br /> <br /> If you would like to be a guest or have suggestions for future episodes or if you would like Franz to be a speaker at your Sailing Club or fundraiser please feel free to contact me.<br /> <br /> ©2019 Franz Amussen all rights reserved
November 5, 2024
Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 288 Sailing from Puerto Rico To Florida 2025<br /> Crew Call Sail from the Bahamas to Georgia<br /> <br /> I’m excited to invite you to apply for a crew position aboard my sailboat for a sailing trip from Marsh Harbor, Bahamas, to St. Augustine, Florida, and onward to St. Mary’s, Georgia. The trip will run from February 16th to March 1st, with the boat being hauled out at the end of the journey this may be my final adventure aboard See Dream, as I will be putting See Dream up for sale at the end of the trip after launching her in 1992, 33 years of wonderful memories.<br /> <br /> Below, I’ll include the trip schedule and the route. This will be a working trip with a good mix of sailing, teamwork, and relaxation along the way.<br /> <br /> Trip Overview<br /> <br /> * Departing Marsh Harbor on February 16th: We’ll set sail through the Bahamas and into the Atlantic, keeping an eye on the weather and making adjustments as needed.<br /> * Arriving in St. Augustine: After crossing the Gulf Stream, we’ll have some time to explore the city before continuing north.<br /> * Finishing in St. Mary’s, Georgia: The boat will be put on the hard here, and we’ll wrap up the trip by March 1st.<br /> <br /> What to Expect<br /> <br /> * Teamwork on Board: This trip involves hands-on sailing. Everyone will take turns steering, managing sails, and standing watch. Experience is welcome, but enthusiasm and a willingness to help are more important.<br /> * Life Onboard: Space will be limited, so pack light and be ready for the rhythms of life at sea. We’ll share duties like cooking and cleaning.<br /> * Weather: We’ll be sailing in various conditions, from warm days to cool nights, so bring layers and waterproof gear.<br /> <br /> What to Bring<br /> <br /> * Light layers and rain gear<br /> * Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat<br /> * Any personal items you need for comfort<br /> * Do not bring hard luggage only duffel like collapsible bags not any roller bags!<br /> <br /> This will be a fun, practical sailing trip with some great stops along the way. If you’re interested or have any questions, let me know. I look forward to having a solid crew to make this a smooth and enjoyable journey.<br /> <br /> Let me know ASAP by email (email address is in the podcast) if you are interested there is only room to 2 crew members for the two separate crews the a total of 3 onboard<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.patreon.com/Medsailor" target="_blank" rel="attachment wp-att-2483 noopener noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> Want me to go sailing with you? <a href="https://www.medsailor.com/contact-me/">Then contact me!</a><br /> <br /> If you have ideas for future podcasts or comments please drop me a note! and PLEASE rate my podcast in iTunes and perhaps write a note.<br /> <br /> link <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sailing-in-the-mediterranean/id566678892?mt=2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sailing-in-the-mediterranean/id566678892?mt=2</a><br /> <br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/Eiig" target="_blank" rel="attachment noopener wp-att-1345 noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/bwXh" target="_blank" rel="attachment wp-att-1435 noopener noreferrer"></a><br /> <br /> Sailing! Learn To Sail: Basic Keelboat Certification Lessons for the ASA 101 Exam Exam over 7 hours of Audio Instruction to help you get ready to take the written exam.<br /> If you're interested in my sailing instructional audio series here are the links:<br /> Sailing! Learn to Sail: Basic Keelboat Certification Lessons for the ASA 101 Exam<br /> <a href="https://gumroad.com/l/Eiig" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://gumroad.com/l/Eiig</a><br /> Sailing! Learn to Sail: Basic Coastal Cruising; Lessons for the ASA 103...
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