Below Deck Down Underis hitting the high seas south of the equator.
This time, the series is traveling into a new frontier.
Back again to steer the motoryacht is the hunk of the sea,Captain Jason Chambers.
Image by Zanda Rice, Bravo
Now, he’s back in the bridge, ready for another high-octane season.
It is Captain Jason Chambers.
How are you?I know you had a health scarea couple months ago.
Image via Bravo
CAPTAIN JASON CHAMBERS:Yes.
Everything just collided at once.
I felt a little bit stupid being out in the sun for all my life.
Playing sports, and especially working on boats, and ignoring the annual checks that we all should get.
It was a scary moment.
It lasted for a whole month of the process.
Well, I’m glad you’re doing better.
CAPTAIN JASON:Yes, I got it all cut out.
I had two two cuts, and it’s only 5% chance of removal.
But the amount of people that can’t.
So I want to talk about melanoma a bit more in the next year.
Well, if you could teaseBelow Deck Down UnderSeason 3 in three words, what would they be?
CAPTAIN JASON:Oh, lack of cohesion.
CAPTAIN JASON:Tropical.
Lack of cohesion and growth.
What is it that keeps you coming back to the world of yachting?
CAPTAIN JASON:Probably those three things.
To actually go to remote location like the Seychelles, it’s just amazing.
The first two seasons were in Australia, which was my home.
I love doing things in remote locations.
So the Seychelles, it was just!
But also the testing of my ability to manage the crew in these scenario.
They have to learn of themselves throughout.
And I think Season one and two showed that we can get to the end.
And I don’t set the bar too high.
I allow people to make their mistakes and grow and learn.
And you’re going to be a better person.
Or you did really well.
Or you got this out of it.
The yacht is spectacular.
What is your favorite part of Katina?
CAPTAIN JASON:Look, it could not be a better yacht for this show.
It’s got so much deck space internally.
And these franchises, you cannot predict.
You cannot predict the weather all the time.
And these shows have to be filmed at certain times of the year.
We were limited, but we still got some great shows out.
And which we did.
We had some great theme parties, and it was howling outside.
The rain was coming.
We were putting out dishes and food around the table.
We had a piano.
Yeah, we had some fun.
Now, after seeing the premiere, I think I know what the answer is going to be.
But what is the biggest challenge of this particular ship?
CAPTAIN JASON:Well, the biggest challenge wasTzarinahad a sous chef.
She’s never managed someone before.
And you know, Tzarina is a great chef.
She’s always trying to manage herself.
And now she has to manage someone else.
And it was a tough galley.
Even if it was huge.
Even if it was commercial style.
It was down at the bottom.
It was locked away.
And not only that, the team around her.
What was it like having Cheffy and Harry back this season?
CAPTAIN JASON: Harry’s good.
Look, it’s always good to have someone that’s loyal.
And I know Harry’s well to me.
And I know he wants to grow, and I like to know that people want to move on.
He’s really done some great training in his certifications outside of.
He’s gone off to some of the most harshest places to do his certification.
So he’s challenged himself.
So he’s coming back a more certified crew member.
And he’s a little bit cheeky, what I’ve seen on season three.
He doesn’t mind stirring up a bit of trouble.
CAPTAIN JASON:And Tzarina is great.
I loved having Tzarina back.
It was really good to see her come back.
Look, she’s funny, she’s unique.
And I like unique.
I think we were all a bit heartbroken not to seeAesha Scottback again this season.
What was it like being without her?
CAPTAIN JASON: Actually, Aesha, she helps me because she knows that she knows the environment.
She’s doneBelow Deckbefore, so she was a really big help to me.
And she had a great story to tell there, you know.
And crew do move on.
And Lara really brought in experience, high standard, but doesn’t know the environment like Aesha did.
So we’re going to see.
WhatLarawants to deliver, she may not be able to put down.
‘Below Deck Sailing Yacht’ Season 5 is proving that a weak cast can sink a ship.
We love when we see someBelow Deckcrossovers, where people swap over to different franchises.
Is there anyone from theBelow DeckCinematic Universe that you would love to work with on your crew?
CAPTAIN JASON:Good question.
That’s a tough question, isn’t it?
Chefs, I reconDavewould be a good chef to work.
I see jhe ust had a child, too.
I think his food’s good.
And there was another chef too, that’s up in the wilderness.
CAPTAIN JASON:Adam, yeah, I think he would be a good chef as well.
And from a stewardess point of view, that’s very tough.Katie Flood.
I know she’s from New Zealand, so she’s close to home.
I could work with her.
I’m sure I could.Daisy, I’ve been out with Daisy here in a lot of events.
Look, I get on well with her as well.Fraser.
I really get on well with Fraser.
From a deck point of view.
I don’t know too many.
I haven’t seen too many deck.
I just watched theSailing.And that…
Keith.
CAPTAIN JASON:He actually had his stuff together, you know.
He had a good demeanor and a good approach to life.
What I love about you is you really foster a family environment on board.
Why is that important for you?
CAPTAIN JASON:I have a beautiful daughter myself.
I lived in the Philippines.
Work 10 years around remote villages to give back.
I think it’s a big thing for me.
You know, there’s another element seen in this industry where we can actually give back.
And it’s easy.
And that’s an easy bar.
And if you just set that tone, people should not want to break that.
Allow people to be themselves.
Allow people to make mistakes.
Allow people to grow.
But this is where we’re trying to get to.
We want to be respectful.
We want to get to this spot at the end of the season where we’re friends.
Yeah
CAPTAIN JASON:That’s the beauty of this show.
It’s given me an opportunity for my parents to see me work.
Whether they’ve done good or bad, they’ve become better people by looking at themselves.
Alright, one final question.
CAPTAIN JASON:You got to be a VIP.
It’s members only.
So, the whole audience gets to come into the captain’s lounge.
I can’t wait Well, Captain Jason, it is an honor to chat with you.
I’m a huge fan.
I can’t wait to see how the season turns out!
CAPTAIN JASON:Thanks, Michael.
And I’ve got a fragrance coming out too.
It’s gender neutral.
You’re going to like it.
Alright, I’m getting it.
I’m pre-ordering it right now.
I hope we actually rebuild schools.
So there’ll be an element of everything that goes back to them.
So it’s fantastic.
CAPTAIN JASON:Thank you.
Your Rating
Your comment has not been saved
