In Episode 32, Brendan sits down with Dawn Riley, one of the most accomplished sailors in the history of the sport.

A four-time competitor in the America’s Cup—the oldest international competition in the world—Dawn has sailed over 33,000 miles in a single race, competed in multiple around-the-world expeditions, and earned her place in multiple Halls of Fame. Today, she serves as Executive Director of Oakcliff Sailing, where she’s developing the next generation of leaders through the sport.

This conversation is packed with incredible stories from the open ocean, lessons on leadership under pressure, and a deep passion for what it means to dedicate your life to a craft.

Even if you know nothing about sailing — this one will pull you in.

In this episode, we cover:

•  What it’s like competing in the America’s Cup 
•  Sailing 33,000 miles around the world 
•  Leadership and teamwork in extreme environments 
•  The evolution of sailing as a sport 
•  Dawn’s role at Oakcliff Sailing 
•  Stories from a lifetime spent on the water 

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