Yay! It's finally here! This is a side of myself I've kept hidden for so long, and I'm honored for you to join this adventure together. So, here we go!.... Welcome to The Megan Waldrep Podcast, your space to slow down, breathe, and explore spirituality in a way that actually fits your life. I’m Megan Waldrep, your host, and I believe there’s no “right” way to connect with your inner self—only your way.  Each week, we dive into honest, heart-centered conversations, explore spiritual practices that inspire, and learn practical tools (like breathwork and energy resets!) to help you feel more alive, grounded, and clear in your daily life. This is for women who want to: Enhance their spiritual connection Strengthen intuition Release what no longer fits Live life aligned with what feels true Bring curiosity, openness, and your own beliefs, so together, we’ll create a space that’s supportive, playful, and transformative. I’m learning alongside you, so you can take what works, leave what doesn’t, and enjoy the process. Let's just have fun with this! Hit subscribe and join me in making space for calm, clarity, and connection—on your terms. Let's connect on IG: @megan.waldrep  FREE: Simple tools to reset your focus and energy anytime, anywhere: The Calm Compass The company we trust when we're having fun on the water: kentsafetyproducts.com  

Can’t believe we’re at the end! But endings are gateways to new beginnings, and I can’t wait for you to see what’s next. On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Stay tuned to the first episode to see what’s in store! Today’s episode is Part 9 of a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast, where we revisit the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: The lessons this lifestyle teaches us Honoring the strength and connection of the POCF community Why your story matters in this industry The handoff to our new chapter together! ✨ Download FREE: The Calm CompassA guide with simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable.👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter   🌊 Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing families have trusted for generations. Visit KentSafetyProducts.com.

Part 8 of a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast revisits the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: The psychology of risk-takers Ways we all gamble when we chase a life we believe in How courage looks different for everyone ✨ Download FREE: The Calm CompassA guide with simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable.👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter   ✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Conversations to help you feel better, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing. 🌊 Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing families have trusted for generations. Visit KentSafetyProducts.com.

Part 7 of a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast, we revisit the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: The butterflies and excitement make long distance worth it Small moments that remind you of your strength and the strength of your relationship The gentle reintegration that comes with reconnection ✨ Download FREE: The Calm CompassA guide with simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable.👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter   ✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Conversations to help you feel better, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing. 🌊 Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing families have trusted for generations. Visit KentSafetyProducts.com.

Part 6 of a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast, we revisit the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: The fear that shows up when communication disappears How to stay grounded during the silence Balancing love and worry Relief when “I love you” finally comes through ✨ Download FREE: The Calm CompassA guide with simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable.👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter   ✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Conversations to help you feel better, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing. 🌊 Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing families have trusted for generations. Visit KentSafetyProducts.com.

Part 5 of a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast, we revisit the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: The emotional rollercoaster of missing them How love strengthens in the space between Support for when reunions feel weird AF ✨ Download FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable. 👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter ✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Conversations to help you feel better, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing.

This is Part 4 in a special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast. We revisit the original blog post that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: The moment you realize you’re part of the industry, too Knowledge builds confidence + advocacy Claiming your identity in the fishing world ✨ Download FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with 4 simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable. 👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter ✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast: The connection stays. The journey evolves. Conversations to help you feel better, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing. Stay tuned for what's in store!

In this special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast (rebrand on Jan. 7th!), I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of partners of commercial fishermen. In today’s episode: Surviving “boat talk” Feeling left out before you find your place What support looks like in the early stages How listening led to you! ✨ FREE GIFT: The Calm Compass A guide with simple resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm in daily life: meganwaldrep.com/newsletter ✨ The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes the Megan Waldrep Podcast. The connection stays, the journey evolves.

 The POCF Origin Series | Part 2 of 9 In this special farewell arc to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast, I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of commercial fishing partners. In today’s episode: Falling in love and into advocacy without meaning to How food becomes personal when you know the hands behind it Paying attention to where seafood comes from ✨ Download FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with 4 simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life or fishing seasons feel unpredictable. 👉 meganwaldrep.com/newsletter ✨ The podcast is getting a new name!Starting January 7th, welcome to The Megan Waldrep Podcast, where our connection stays, the journey evolves,and each conversation helps busy women reset their energy, feel like themselves again, and come alive in their life and work.

In this special farewell series to the Partners of Commercial Fishermen Podcast (rebrand ahead!), I revisit the original stories that inspired a global community of commercial fishing families. In today’s episode: Being introduced to a lifestyle most people never see The shock of how big the fishing industry really is Falling in love with the adventure and the risk The beginning of a story that changes everything FREE: The Calm Compass A guide with 4 simple breath resets and a self-check-in to help you find calm when life feels unpredictable.Click here for The Compass Reset: https://megan-waldrep-dabney.kit.com/d22f4b6c88   The rebrand is coming! On January 7th, this show becomes The Megan Waldrep Podcast. The connection stays, and the journey evolves into conversations to help you find calm, reset your energy, and connect with yourself to feel totally alive in what you’re doing, no matter what.

This week, we’re digging into what happens when your role changes or you’re no longer in the day-to-day of a career you once lived. In this episode, I share: How to stay connected even when your role evolves My experience speaking at the Ocean Innovation Conference - just one day before I shared that we sold the boat The panel questions I answered, and how you can make them your own when you speak about your former career. Let's Connect: meganwaldrep.com

Commercial fishing isn’t just a job. It’s a lifestyle that shapes both the fisherman and their partner. But what happens when that identity changes? In this episode, we explore: Life after the boat The “messy middle” of transition and how to reconnect with yourself when the lifestyle that defined you evolves. Let's dive in.   RESOURCES: Spend less energy worrying about your loved ones on the water. Kent Safety Products makes Coast Guard-approved PFDs and flotation gear that commercial fishing families have trusted for generations. Visit KentSafetyProducts.com. Let’s connect on meganwaldrep.com

Today, we’re talking with Beth Casoni of the Massachusetts Lobstermen’s Association about something that goes deeper than just fishing—it’s about community, care, and what happens when the unthinkable strikes. As we know, the sea is unpredictable, but amid that risk is a tight-knit community that shows up for one another in powerful ways.  We’ll talk about how lobstering families support each other, how MLA steps in during shifts in regulation and tragedy, and how they actively reach out to officials to make sure their fishermen’s voices are heard. Let's Dive In! Show Resources: Website: Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association: https://lobstermen.com/ Connect with the POCF community at https://pocfpride.com  

This feels like a big “get” for the POCF community. Today, I’m sharing our feature on the Bristol Bay Fisheries Report from July 18, 2025, with Kendra Hanna, a KDLG fish reporter and freelance radio and podcast producer. KDLG is THE radio station that fishermen listen to daily while in Bristol Bay, Alaska, and it was such an honor to share personal stories and highlight how families and partners of commercial fishermen form the backbone of community life throughout the season. GO US! Listen to the Full Episode: Streaming available via KDLG’s website under “Bristol Bay Fisheries Report: July 18, 2025” at kdlg.org. RESOURCES FOR POCFS: 🎉 POCFs are the biggest influences for fishermen's safety. GO US! ⚓️ How much do you worry about your fisherman's safety on the water? Every time they leave the dock? Yep, we get it. But guess what - the #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs is "Because my partner tells me to.” Let's ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home. Check out KentSafetyProducts.com . 💬Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more ! 🛟 Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs). 📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community. 🔗 Explore All Offers: Click here to view everything we’ve created to support you !

Today’s episode is a big one. On the first day of spiny lobster season, we announce something deeply personal: Chris and I sold the fishing business. Chris has been fishing since he was 15—lobster, salmon, sea cucumber, Bristol Bay—you name it. Over 15 seasons, I’ve been alongside him, which eventually inspired the creation of the Partners of Commercial Fishermen. Selling the Joseph Warren marks the end of a chapter and the start of something new. In this episode, I share: The emotional and logistical process of selling the boat. How therapy supported us through the transition. The power of the POCF community (we literally helped make the sale happen!). Why “salt in our blood” means this community is forever part of us. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, considering therapy, or just curious about what happens when a fisherman retires or sells their boat, this episode is for you. Resource Mentioned in Episode: BetterHelp at betterhelp.com RESOURCES FOR POCFS! 🎉 POCFs are the biggest influences for fishermen's safety. GO US! ⚓️ How much do you worry about your fisherman's safety on the water? Every time they leave the dock? Yep, we get it. But guess what - the #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs is "Because my partner tells me to.” Let's ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home. Check out KentSafetyProducts.com . 💬Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more ! 🛟 Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs). 📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community. 🔗 Explore All Offers: Click here to view everything we’ve created to support you !

In this episode, I’m sharing advice straight from our private POCF chat community — the kind of support you’ll find in this safe, just-for-us space, like: Why feeling “lost” is actually a normal (and necessary) part of growth How old comforts like shopping, sweets, or scrolling can lose their spark — and what that really means Real advice and encouragement from the POCF private chat community to help you move through the blues Tune in, take what resonates, and remember: you’re not alone when the blues roll in. Let’s Dive In. RESOURCES FOR POCFS! 🛟 Reliable PFDs Will Help Bring Your Fisherman Home! How much do you worry about their safety on the water? Well, it's valid: 8 of our 10 Fishermen who were lost at sea weren't wearing safety gear. BUT you can change that! #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? “Because my partner tells me to.” If you want to ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home, check out KentSafetyProducts.com. 💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!  

Do finances scare or bore you, yet you stress out when tax season approaches? You're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with Chris Capone to explore how the right guidance can help you save money and reduce stress in your fishing business or personal business.  What we learn in this episode: The difference between an accountant and a CPA—and which you might need. How fractional CFO services can support small businesses. Simple strategies to reduce taxes through better planning. Tax filing requirements specific to commercial fishermen. Tips for improving communication with your accountant. Why financial clarity leads to stronger business decisions. Let’s Dive In! RESOURCES FOR POCFS!   🛟 Reliable PFDs Will Help Bring Your Fisherman Home: 8 out of 10 Fishermen who were lost at sea weren't wearing safety gear. BUT you can change that! #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? “Because my partner tells me to.” Ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home. Check out KentSafetyProducts.com.   💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!   ⚓️ Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs).   📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community. 🔗Check out all of our offers here!

Sometimes, a routine can help you feel grounded, while other times, it can leave you feeling like you’re going through the motions in robot mode. The best part is that we don’t have to make huge changes to bring more joy into everyday life.  What We Learn in This Episode: Easy shifts wake up your brain and make life feel more alive. Small changes to refresh your daily rhythm Mini-adventure ideas that spark creativity and fun Let’s Dive In! RESOURCES FOR POCFS:   🛟 Reliable PFDs Will Help Bring Your Fisherman Home How much do you worry about their safety on the water? Well, it's valid: 8 of our 10 Fishermen who were lost at sea weren't wearing safety gear. BUT you can change that! #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? “Because my partner tells me to.” If you want to ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home, check out KentSafetyProducts.com .   💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!   ⚓️ Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs).   📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community.   🔗Check out all of our offers here!

I invite you to catch Part 1 through the link below! "Does this make me less of a strong woman because I am lonely?" That was a mic drop moment for me. Loneliness hit me hard at the beginning of the year, and I was kind of...confused. How can I feel this way when I love alone time? In this episode, we go deep with Brenda Winkle, who is an energetic leadership guide, intuitive channel, and somatic mentor.  We released Part 2 of this conversation on the POCF podcast several weeks ago as a cross-podcast promotion with Brenda's podcast called Your Yes Filled Life. Learn more about Brenda and catch the second half of our vulnerable convo in Part 1 through the link below. Let's Dive In!   ✨ Resources Mentioned:🎧 Catch Part 2 of our convo here! Your Yes Filled Life Podcast: https://www.brendawinkle.com/podcasts/your-yes-filled-life 5 Quick Tips to Surviving a Fishing Season: https://partners-of-commercial-fishermen.kit.com/917e778540 Energy Audit - in just 10 minutes, get clarity around what's really fueling and draining you: https://www.brendawinkle.com/audit Meditation to Feel Better: https://www.brendawinkle.com/feelbetter   RESOURCES FOR POCFS! ⚓️ Your Home Port: pocfpride.com – The go-to hub for Partners of Commercial Fishermen (POCFs). 📱 Connect on Instagram: @megan.waldrep – Stay in the loop and engage with the POCF community. 💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more!

Today, I sit down with Lena Kalafor, a member of the POCF private group chat membership, who lives in Florida while her fisherman, James, a clammer, works on a vessel off the coast of New Jersey.  In this episode, Lena opens up about finding community, the quirks of reunions, her advocacy efforts against offshore wind farms, and more. Plus, you’re going to appreciate the inspo for her latest spice business, Knead 2 Relax, as it directly relates to the POCF experience!  In This Episode, You'll Hear: Lena’s move from New Jersey to Florida and how she adapted to the commercial fishing lifestyle How she and James stay emotionally connected during long trips The reality of reintegration and tips for smoother transitions Her advocacy work surrounding wind farms and fishermen’s rights The inspiration behind her spice business, Knead 2 Relax What Lena values most about being a part of the POCF private chat membership. Let’s Dive In! Resources & Links: Follow Lena’s business on Instagram: @knead2relax Order directly through Lena on Knead 2 Relax Facebook page Order on Etsy  15% off for all POCFs and Fishermen with code “Crew 15” 💬 Private Group Chat: Instantly connect with fellow POCFs who understand your unique lifestyle. Click here to learn more! Let’s Connect! Follow Megan on Instagram: @megan.waldrep Visit the blog: www.pocfpride.com 🛟 Reliable PFDs Will Help Bring Your Fisherman Home! #1 reason fishermen wear PFDs? “Because my partner tells me to.” If you want to ensure your fisherman has the best gear to return home, check out ​KentSafetyProducts.com​.   Interested in supporting this podcast? Thank you! Please hit the follow button, leave a 5-star review, and share what we're doing here with others. Your feedback means the world and can help others feel less alone, too! With Love & POCF Pride!