Adventures with Ernie: Recent Episodes
Earlene, Rachel and Nicole
This is Adventures With Ernie. Earlene, Rachel and Nicole: International Explorers. We met cavorting on the high seas for a major cruise line, working in entertainment. We’re here to regale you with stories of our lives at sea, inform you about issues important to seafarers, and hopefully continue our life’s work of entertaining the masses, albeit in a slightly different venue than we’re used to. Come aboard, we’re about to set sail on an adventure you won’t want to miss. New episodes on Monday's, available wherever you find your favorite podcasts.
4th of July - Freedom Rings, Fireworks explode, & celebrations are to be had! Find out what celebrating freedom looks like onboard in the first episode of season two, available for download July 3rd!
Ever been on a cruise ship for the 4th of July? We have. And honestly, it’s a little underwhelming. But! There are a lot of other celebrations of independence that get a bigger crew party than the US of A and we’re gonna tell you all about it in this week’s episode! Check out season two’s debut, out July 3rd!
There’s nothing quite like a quarantine to make you appreciate freedom - listen in this week to hear about our experiences with both on board!
IT’S HAPPENING!! IT’S HAPPENING!! THIS IS NOT A DRILL!
Have you ever wondered what it takes to get a job with us on board a cruise ship? Dreaming of a life at sea? Find out how to manifest those dreams into reality with our little guide to getting your first cruise ship gig.
STCW, Medicals, Visas--oh my! We go over all the ins and outs of getting a job on board, check out episode 9 of Adventures with Ernie for the DL on all things to know before your first contract.
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
#bestjobintheworld #crewrocks #seafarers #cruisecrew #crewlife #adventureswithernie #shiplife #takemetosea
Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness month? To celebrate, and to help break the stigma, we decided to get personal with how mental health impacts crew members.
Being away from your friends and family for 6-10 months can break even the strongest of souls down. Mixed with the long hours, a confined environment, and stressful workplace interactions, cruise ships provide the perfect conditions to test healthy mental behavior.
In this episode we share our own personal stories with mental health disorders, as well as offer some tips and tricks for surviving a cruise contract with your mental health intact.
From developing a routine for self-care, to learning how to check in with your emotional state, we are here to help! Hopefully you are able to learn some helpful tips and learn how to best assist those in your cruise family!
Links:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32212143/
https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2020-cruise-ship-suicides/
http://www.ijtmgh.com/article_119591.html
http://crew-center.com/cruise-ship-crew-internet-prices-and-onboard-wi-fi-packages?page=8
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
It takes thousands of people to make a city floating at sea run, and many of them you’ll never see or know about while you’re on board.
From the bowels of the ship’s engine, store rooms, and laundry, to the top of the bridge, and everywhere in between, we’re going to take a look at all sorts of positions on board.
Episode Links -
- https://crew-center.com/find-out-how-many-crew-members-work-cruise-industry
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Did cruise ships make us ready for the pandemic? Just what will it take to see a return to cruising, especially here in the US?
Find out in this week's episode how quarantine already works on board and hear our experiences with the common norovirus, known to shut down ships long before the pandemic hit.
We also discuss the CDC guidelines that have been put forth in their Conditional Sail Order, and major cruise industry leader’s response in their own Healthy Sail Panel recommendations.
Episode Links -
- https://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/dam/royal/resources/pdf/healthy-sail-panel-full-recommendations.pdf
- https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/cruise-ship/what-cdc-is-doing.html
- https://www.cruisehive.com/when-will-each-cruise-line-resume-sailings-again/39187,
- https://www.cruisehive.com/cdc-issues-framework-for-conditional-sailing-order-until-november-2021/43033,
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Pride month is here! Let’s talk about all things rainbow-rific! From drag shows to pride parties, we’ll tell you how we celebrate PRIDE on board our ships.
Whatever part of our community you’re a part of, let’s talk about the LGBTQ+ community and cruising, this week on Adventures with Ernie. We’ll tell you all about crew life, pride parties, and which ports and lines are the most open and affirming.
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Episode Links:
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/stonewall-milestones-american-gay-rights-movement/
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/647126/lgbtq-pride-month-facts-history
https://www.cruisecritic.com/ab/agents/variation-a/articles.cfm?ID=3
https://www.cruisewatch.com/cruise-guide/gay-cruises/best-and-worst-ports-destinations
https://www.hrc.org/resources/marriage-equality-around-the-world
Between the three of us we’ve had our share of “the show must go on” moments in our careers- find out all about them and how we got started in this edition of our Sea Stories series!
What do breaking glass, rocky seas, costume mishaps and flying palm trees have in common? They’ve all threatened to stop a show, but as we all know, the show must go on. Find out what happened in these mostly hilarious mishaps on this week’s episode of Adventures with Ernie.
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
With 323 ships set to be available by the end of 2021, how do you decide which to go on?! Cruise lines offer a wide variety to cater to their guests; including striking itineraries, state-of-the-art amenities, Broadway shows, and world-class dining.
In this episode, we deep dive into each of the more popular lines to understand their clientele demographic, as well as the types of itineraries their ships can offer.
Which lines cater to children? Which lines provide the best experience for the best price? Who has the most exotic vacation destinations? Come listen and find out as we help you to decide which line to cruise!
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Episode Links:
https://cruisemarketwatch.com/capacity/
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/royal-caribbean-celebrity-edge-cruise/index.html
https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2021/05/28/carnival-cruises-july-summer-galveston-miami-port-canaveral-cdc-approval/5252710001/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2021/05/26/royal-caribbean-test-sailing-covid/
https://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/24746-here-are-the-cruise-lines-operating-right-now-2.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/27/travel/cruise-lines-covid.html
#bestjobintheworld #crewrocks #seafarers #cruisecrew #crewlife #adventureswithernie #shiplife #takemetosea #bestports #alaska #caribbean #mediterranean #tipsandtricks #weareback
Collectively, we’ve been cruising nearly a decade. That’s a lot of time to learn some of the best tips and tricks to make your cruise life the most relaxing!
Join us to hear insider secrets about all of the apps you should download before you leave port, how to keep your hair from being damaged by the harsh water, and what NOT to forget to pack!
Mixed in with stories from our travels, these are tips and tricks that you won’t want to miss!
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
#bestjobintheworld #crewrocks #seafarers #cruisecrew #crewlife #adventureswithernie #shiplife #takemetosea #bestports #alaska #caribbean #mediterranean #tipsandtricks #weareback
ou were locked up all of 2020, and now cruising is making a comeback. The world is your oyster, but where do you want to go?! Do you spring for the luxurious Mediterranean cruise? Journey through America’s Last Frontier in Alaska? Or are you looking to float away to a tropical paradise and the crystal clear blue waters of the Caribbean?
This week, learn about our favorite places in the world! Your hosts have seen a lot of the world, but we still have a lot of places left on our list. Hear about what places are on our bucket list, and let us help you build yours!
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
#bestjobintheworld #crewrocks #seafarers #cruisecrew #crewlife #adventureswithernie #shiplife #takemetosea #bestports #alaska #caribbean #mediterranean
One of the most common questions that we hear -- "is everyone sleeping together?" The short answer is yes. But there is SO MUCH MORE than that.
In this episode we get personal. Not only do we discuss romantic relationships onboard, but we also dive into platonic relationships.
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to get a job with us on board a cruise ship? Dreaming of a life at sea? Find out how to manifest those dreams into reality with our little guide to getting your first cruise ship gig.
**STCW, Medicals, Visas--oh my! We go over all the ins and outs of getting a job on board, check out episode 9 of Adventures with Ernie for the DL on all things to know before your first contract.
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.**
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
#bestjobintheworld #crewrocks #seafarers #cruisecrew #crewlife #adventureswithernie #shiplife #takemetosea
Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness month? To celebrate, and to help break the stigma, we decided to get personal with how mental health impacts crew members.
Being away from your friends and family for 6-10 months can break even the strongest of souls down. Mixed with the long hours, a confined environment, and stressful workplace interactions, cruise ships provide the perfect conditions to test healthy mental behavior.
In this episode we share our own personal stories with mental health disorders, as well as offer some tips and tricks for surviving a cruise contract with your mental health intact.
From developing a routine for self-care, to learning how to check in with your emotional state, we are here to help! Hopefully you are able to learn some helpful tips and learn how to best assist those in your cruise family!
Links:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32212143/
https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2020-cruise-ship-suicides/
http://www.ijtmgh.com/article_119591.html
http://crew-center.com/cruise-ship-crew-internet-prices-and-onboard-wi-fi-packages?page=8
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
You've asked for it! This week’s episode is one of our favorites! Let us tell you all about our very firsts on board, from day one of our contracts- we dive into some juicy stories!
What is the first day like? When did you first cry? When did you have your first onboard romance? ALL will be revealed!
"I can’t believe I told this story to the entire world on record." Hear Rachel’s most embarrassing story of all time this week on Adventures with Ernie!
**What’s it actually like to step foot on a ship for the first time as a crew member? Let us tell you all about it!
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.**
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
**Is cruising safe? This is our number one most asked question. Now that we’ve talked about the greatest disaster, let’s take a look at how that changed safety standards for sailing for the foreseeable future.
Ship happens. But it doesn’t have to! Preparedness is our greatest ally in keeping safe in a disaster at sea.
Did you know that every crew members knows how to flip a life raft over in the open water? Or that we all have to take a coast guard maritime exam in our first three days onboard any vessel? Hear all about how your crew is prepared in case of an emergency at sea, peppered in with our own disaster stories!
Join us this week as we talk Safety Onboard in Episode 6 of Adventures with Ernie!**
Episode Links:
- Titanic disaster led to stricter maritime safety standards
- Titanic: Three ways the disaster changed laws and safety on the seas
- about international ice patrol (iip)
- Safety At Sea - Lifeboat History & Requirements
- Changes in safety practices after the sinking.
- Changing of Maritime Laws
- Cruise Muster Station and Muster Drill: What Are They?
- SOLAS onboard drill requirements
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Can you believe it has now been 109 years since Titanic met her bitter end? Ever wonder what exactly went down that night (see what we did there)? And worst of all--could this happen again?!
Come along with us as we explore our favorite shipwreck story- RMS Titanic. Using James Cameron's Academy Award winning film, and his most recent documentary, Titanic: The Last Word with James Cameron**, we will take you on an adventure that has shaped the way modern cruise ships operate. From the movie that captured our imaginations to the real life implications of the sunk vessel on safety protocols, and every conspiracy theory in between, we’ll take a look at this tragedy from our perspective as seafarers.
Episode Links:
To View James Cameron's documentary--check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-5MXNz7XKQ&t=4312s**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ObtCDwm2Ao
https://mollybrown.org/history-of-the-white-star-line/
https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/titanic-sinks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nj6Hqwmf77A
https://www.cruisehabit.com/safety-sea-lifeboat-history-requirements
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
From Moana to RMSTitanic to Mega Ships today: A brief history lesson on cruising.
Where did we start sailing and where are we going?
Ever wonder what cruising was like in the olden days? Join us as we recap hundreds of years of history in this week’s episode of Adventures with ERNIE.
Before we submerge ourselves in the details of the Titanic disaster next week, let’s take a look at how we got here.
**A little drunk history ERNIE style for you today! Grab your favorite cocktail and sit down to enjoy us attempting to be historians for you on this week’s episode {#4} History Lesson!
Episode Links:**
https://www.iglucruise.com/200-years-of-cruise-history
https://www.travelagewest.com/Industry-Insight/Business-Features/How-the-Cruise-Industry-Has-Evolved-in-50-Years
https://www.cruiselinehistory.com/a-brief-history-of-the-cruise-ship-industry/
https://www.playbill.com/article/8-rules-every-theatre-person-must-follow-do-you-know-all-of-them-com-373336
https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2020/01/20/state-of-the-cruise-industry-smooth-sailing-into-the-2020s/?sh=3787e9a565fa Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
It takes thousands of people to make a city floating at sea run, and many of them you’ll never see or know about while you’re on board.
From the bowels of the ship’s engine, store rooms, and laundry, to the top of the bridge, and everywhere in between, we are going to take a look at all sorts of positions on board.
Episode Links -
- https://crew-center.com/find-out-how-many-crew-members-work-cruise-industry
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship (see what we did there?) us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
Did cruise ships make us ready for the pandemic? Just what will it take to see a return to cruising, especially here in the US?
Find out in this week's episode how quarantine already works on board and hear our experiences with the common Norovirus, known to shut down ships long before the pandemic hit.
We also discuss the CDC guidelines that have been put forth in their Conditional Sail Order, and major cruise industry leader’s response in their own Healthy Sail Panel recommendations.
Episode Links -
- https://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/dam/royal/resources/pdf/healthy-sail-panel-full-recommendations.pdf
- https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/cruise-ship/what-cdc-is-doing.html
- https://www.cruisehive.com/when-will-each-cruise-line-resume-sailings-again/39187
- https://www.cruisehive.com/cdc-issues-framework-for-conditional-sailing-order-until-november-2021/43033
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
The information contained in this podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, please seek advice from your physician, or other qualified health provider.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.
We’ve been stuck, land locked, for a full year and it’s got us feeling all sorts of ways about missing our lives at sea. So we’ve decided to come here, to the limitless world of podcasting to share our stories, experiences, and knowledge about life at sea with anyone who wants to join us. We will be delving into all sorts of questions that we have gotten from family to strangers, and everyone in between, about our experiences working in theatre, at sea & around the world.
March 13, 2020: The day cruising stopped. Join us as we discuss where we were when everything came to a stop on that day. Learn what we have been doing in the meantime, and where we think cruising might be headed.
Whether you are an avid cruiser, or a current or former crew member, this podcast is for you! Everyone is welcome here.
Want to ask us a question? Head on over to our blog at http://www.adventureswithernie.com! There you can submit a question, as well as take a look at our blog.
The opinions and views of Earlene, Rachel and Nicole expressed on this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. They do not reflect those of any cruise line, nor is any cruise line affiliated with the program. This podcast belongs to Earlene, Rachel and Nicole only.
Wish to advertise or be a guest on our program? Ship us an email at adventurewithernie@gmail.com.