Everything Boats with Capt Frank Lanier
The “how to” boating knowledge you need!
Hi! I’m Capt Frank Lanier, a retired U.S. Coast Guard officer and SAMS® Accredited Marine Surveyor with over 40 years of experience in the maritime and diving industry.
I’m also an author, public speaker, and multiple award-winning journalist whose articles appear regularly in numerous marine publications worldwide, such as BoatUS Magazine, Practical Sailor Magazine, Southern Boating Magazine and Lakeland Boating Magazine.
Tune in as we discuss a wide range of boating topics, from boat maintenance, inspections, repairs and upgrade projects, to seamanship, safety, consumer reports and everything in between!
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 11 minutes
- Episodes
- 34
- Years Active
- 2025
Pimp my dinghy - for safety!!
No matter how much safety gear is on your boat, it won’t help one bit in an emergency unless your dinghy is properly equipped as well. Here’s everything you need to know about outfittin…
7 things you didn’t know about what you can’t see!!
When it comes to boat maintenance, an out-of-sight, out-of-mind, let sleeping dogs lie philosophy can easily lead to a ruined day on the water. Here’s a list of seven often overlooked “…
How to stand a proper watch!
A detailed discussion on what you need to know about standing a proper watch, from equipment familiarization and situational awareness, to understanding the captain’s night orders and p…
Navigation light inspections - is your boat ready for the night life?
Inspection tips, common installation mistakes, and federal requirements - how to inspect your navigation lights to ensure they are installed and operating properly.
How to stay put! Ground tackle inspections and maintenance.
An in-depth look at how to inspect and maintain your boat’s anchor, rode, windlass and supporting hardware.
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Lemon alert!! SIX pitfalls to avoid when buying a boat.
Deal of a lifetime or hole in the water? A comprehensive discussion on what to look for (and pitfalls to avoid) when buying a boat.
Boatyard safety! How to avoid death and dismemberment!
Accidents wait to claim the careless in every corner of a boatyard. Here’s how to navigate the treacherous shoal waters of boatyard projects and reach the end of your yard period with a…
Marine surveys - what every boat owner or buyer should know!
A deep dive into the various types of marine surveys - what to expect and how to prepare for each!
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What every new (or new to you) boat needs!
A discussion covering all of the boating essentials your new boat needs, from safety equipment to anchors and everything in between!
Why boats sink at the dock and how to prevent it!
More boats sink at the dock than anywhere else! Here’s why and how to prevent it!
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The chemistry of coolant - what every boat owner needs to know!
Every wonder about your boat's engine or generator coolant? Then this podcast is for you! A deep-dive into everything you always wanted to know about coolant, but were afraid to ask!
FIVE things every boat owner should know!
Five situations every boat owner should be able to handle!
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EPIRBS and PLBs - inspections, testing and proper use.
Everything you always wanted to know about EPIRBS and PLBs but were afraid to ask! What they are, what they do, how they do it, and how to make sure they do it when the feces hits the r…
Boat buying 101
A detailed discussion on what to expect during the boat buying process, as well as the roles and responsibilities of everyone involved.