How Did I Start My Seafaring Career? | Chief MAKOi Podcast ep. 1

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  • @SargeMorris
    @SargeMorris Рік тому +215

    Thanks for doing this in English, Chief. Your videos are always fascinating to me. I appreciate you keeping us in the loop.

    • @ChiefMAKOi
      @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +26

      My pleasure!

    • @TheEarthHistorysConfusing
      @TheEarthHistorysConfusing Рік тому +9

      Agreed!.

    • @Datsunut
      @Datsunut Рік тому +4

      Always enjoyable. Thanks for sharing!

    • @douglasfur3808
      @douglasfur3808 Рік тому +1

      Thanks for taking pity on us who only have one language.
      Videos with subtitles can also be good in there's that extra layer of a language which is a part of who you are. Although they are more work.
      Would it cut down your work if you did Taglish with English subtitles only for Tagalog or would the result not make sense at all? We might even learn a few words 😁.

  • @ChiefMAKOi
    @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +6

    If you have some topics that you want me to discuss, leave a comment here and I'll see what I can do.

    • @crusaderguy1817
      @crusaderguy1817 Рік тому +1

      Not a video request - but do you have any idea on how hard it is to find an academy or university that does this outside of the Phillipeans, specifically the EU? I know that maritime is a huge profession in many Asian countries and I've seen many academies in that area but in the UK specifically it seems to be a very hidden, niche profession.

    • @ChiefMAKOi
      @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +1

      @@crusaderguy1817 Maritime Institute of Willem Barentzs in the Netherlands is a good one.

    • @nghtwtchmn129
      @nghtwtchmn129 Рік тому

      Perhaps how you and other mariners get their contracts? Do you have to join unions? How important is seniority and how much choice do you have have? Do you as the Chief Engineer get to pick your own team?

    • @nghtwtchmn129
      @nghtwtchmn129 Рік тому +1

      Would you like to be an instructor at the Academy yourself one day?

    • @nghtwtchmn129
      @nghtwtchmn129 Рік тому

      Since the Philippines has so many different dialects, is the instruction at the Academy in English?

  • @dragonrider93
    @dragonrider93 Рік тому +7

    There is a whole world out there that 99% of us will never see or be apart of, let alone understand. Thank you for bring your life at sea and more for us landlubbers.
    .

  • @lancebedour1473
    @lancebedour1473 Рік тому +41

    We are waiting! I was USN 50 years ago and loved being a a boilerman that lead me to a career in steam power with a couple Edison companies. I also worked at a shipyard here in Toledo Ohio between Edisons and loved it. As a retire I still follow some of the Great Lakes ships I have done repairs on. Keep it coming !

  • @williamlloyd3769
    @williamlloyd3769 Рік тому +20

    Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) is a maritime higher education institution operated by the Philippine government in San Narciso, Zambales

  • @Birdfarmer862
    @Birdfarmer862 Рік тому +26

    Your story provides an EXCELLENT EXAMPLE for ALL young men interested in ships and the sea…please keep going with it!

  • @redcauthen771
    @redcauthen771 Рік тому +11

    I’m retired Senior Chief from the US Navy, I work mainly below deck in the aviation fuels, back when we had AV-Gas, love it and yes I miss it both below and flight deck. I did 10 years active duty, and 13 years I the Reserves. I would have done all active but being married and kids changed that. The Reserves work out because I didn’t want to lose the 10 years. 😊 keep up the stories it brings back so many memories and good times, and it’s so work related as to my experiences all except the engine😢

  • @howard8573
    @howard8573 Рік тому +1

    Chief, good to see you back!! I found your first PC interesting and it reminded me of my four year engineer officer cadetship that i started in 1974. We did two years at collage, 12 months at sea and a year back at collage. I also took my first flight at 18, from the UK to Chiang Kai-Shek in Taiwan to join my first ship. Many happy memories. Keep up the good work and i look forward to your next content. Thanks!

  • @enriquegomez7936
    @enriquegomez7936 Рік тому +31

    Hello, I am not a seaman, but I'm an engineer, so I really enjoy the knowledge and good practices that you show are applicable to any profession or simply to your life. You can always learn. I'm glad to hear from you again. Take care and greetings from Mexico

  • @MichaelEmmanuel273
    @MichaelEmmanuel273 Рік тому +9

    I'm a marine engineering student in Nigeria 🇳🇬 you're really source of inspiration and motivation to me🙏🙏

  • @anthonykeller5120
    @anthonykeller5120 Рік тому +2

    As former US Navy seaman I really enjoy your channel. Thanks a lot for including us in the pod cast. I’m living in the Philippines now, and I have several OFW friends and relatives via my wife who are seafarers. So I’m doubly interested.

  • @robertblake7145
    @robertblake7145 Рік тому +9

    Thanks chief for this history of your career. ALL of your posts are fascinating, but hearing of your ladder upward adds a touch of realism to your accounts. Be safe and continue your posts on your marine career.
    Best, bob

  • @terranceroff8113
    @terranceroff8113 Рік тому +9

    I read recently that when all is done stories are what we leave behind. Stories inform, inspire, caution, and so much more. Tell the stories Chief Engineer Makoi...the future always starts in the now. Much love good sir.

    • @hmw-ms3tx
      @hmw-ms3tx Рік тому

      I agree. I grew up in a small town and telling stories was a constant. I later moved to a large city and nobody I worked with told stories. I always wondered how are these people going to get to know each other if they don't tell stories about themselves or their background? To this day I still tell stories about things that happened to my dad and my grandpa years before I was born.

  • @MilitaryVideoWorks3742
    @MilitaryVideoWorks3742 Рік тому +4

    Great presentation, always enjoy watching them. USN veteran. Machinist Mate in auxiliaries 50 years ago. Our Home port was Subic Bay. Spent about 2 1/2 years over there in the Gator Navy transporting U.S. Marines from Okinawa to Vietnam. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, knowledge, and sea stories. Looking forward to the next adventure.

  • @mgv00
    @mgv00 Рік тому +22

    I liked being on boats and went to the US Merchant Marine Academy. I couldn’t decide if I wanted to be on the bridge or in the Engine Room, so I did both.

    • @麤驫鑫
      @麤驫鑫 Рік тому

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      同一 業務 大學 等

  • @samschultz1456
    @samschultz1456 Рік тому +16

    Thank you for sharing. While in the US it’s interesting to see how different countries and cultures join the maritime industry. It’s great to give the world the exposure so that it increases understanding across the world.

  • @NH-ge4vz
    @NH-ge4vz Рік тому +1

    Good to hear from you chief, last year I commented on starting my seafaring school, I'm proud to say I passed all of my subjects in my first year. Thank you again for showing this workfield to me and many other people that otherwise never would have thought about it.

  • @Ahmera
    @Ahmera Рік тому +4

    Thanks for planning to include subtitles for the tagalog podcasts dealing with topics specific to the nation(s) that have a large seafaring population. Over the years, I've become increasingly aware of human rights violations in the shipping industry, and I presume some on the podcasts will deal with finding reliable/trusted employers, good placements on ships, what to be weary of and so on. What's happening in international waters really is in equal parts fascinating and disturbing.

  • @richardtoukdarian9239
    @richardtoukdarian9239 Рік тому +3

    Glad to see you back. I appreciate your ability to inform others like myself what it's about working in the maritime industry.

  • @georgeduncan4229
    @georgeduncan4229 Рік тому +1

    Chief, we all must make sacrifice as we travel through life, you my friend shared your life and times for your sacrifice of family,friends and home life to serve others!! Thank you for your hard work along with your coworkers over your career path.

  • @bryanhumphries1972
    @bryanhumphries1972 Рік тому +2

    Outstanding first episode Chief! I love hearing the seafarer stories from my wife's relatives when they were able to join the US Navy and some of them continuing their sea going careers after the Navy. Before meeting my wife 21 years ago, never knew how important the Filipinos were to the maritime industry. Looking forward to additional stories through the podcast.

  • @ivoryjohnson4662
    @ivoryjohnson4662 Рік тому +3

    Thank you Chief; for including us in these productions. Your background is what makes you a better leader. You can relate better to those who came up the hard way .

  • @armypman1
    @armypman1 Рік тому +4

    Keep going Chief! I graduated from the US Coast Guard Academy in 1969 and can relate to your cadetship experience. 😎

  • @kensmith3234
    @kensmith3234 Рік тому +1

    Very enjoyable, looking forward to your next instalment. Thank you.

  • @williamwilliam728
    @williamwilliam728 Рік тому

    Chief, we wouldn't be here if we didn't want to hear your stories. You have captured our souls with this educational seafarer channel.
    As an ex-pat Canadian living happily in the Philippines with a beautiful wife and teenage son, I am proud to be your neighbour now.
    Keep them coming sir.

  • @CzechTex
    @CzechTex Рік тому

    Simple stevedore here, watching your vids are always a pleasure because you show me the world and work of seafarers that I don't see, being dockbound, and hearing how you became involved in seafaring is a treat for sure.
    It helps me do my job better, knowing what seafarers have to deal with when abroad and at anchorage/dock.
    I look forward to your next installment, good sir.

  • @brydonlidle9283
    @brydonlidle9283 Рік тому +3

    Thanks for giving us an insight into the world of seafaring. I have many interests in life paths, I could have taken, but I found your channel a number of years ago and have found your life history to be interesting. Please keep up the good work. The teaser in the last episode with the chickens, helped me understand the full range of your skills and willingness to expand your efforts to support your family. Please continue.

  • @spumonihusky
    @spumonihusky Рік тому +15

    I have enjoyed all of your videos including this one. You have a distinct style of presentation that makes your subject matter interesting even to someone who has no knowledge or experience in the marine seafaring life.

    • @ChiefMAKOi
      @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +4

      Wow, thank you!

    • @montyollie
      @montyollie Рік тому +2

      I completely agree. I have a lifelong vertigo/seasick condition that makes it impossible for me to be on ships, but I adore Chief's channel. It's the excellent style of presentation, true.

    • @genesiedenburg9798
      @genesiedenburg9798 Рік тому

      Thank you. 👍

  • @brunomortensen5841
    @brunomortensen5841 Рік тому +6

    Hi, I am not a seaman either, but I'm an 58 yr old danish electronics engineer and worked my but of in maritime navigation equipment, all the way from RIBs, fishing vessels to deep blue water ships, so I really enjoy your content too. I had often hoped to find out more about your way into the business. As it turns out, my 21 yr old daughter has chosen the goal as you. She starts her cadet training from September this year, with Maersk Supply Service.
    Question from her to y'all: how does the engine crew think of the fact that women is becoming more and more present in the engineering onboard?

  • @snidelywhiplash8923
    @snidelywhiplash8923 Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much. I was hoping you'd reappear and I'm very glad to get your update (in the past episode). Best wishes

  • @johndandrea8034
    @johndandrea8034 Рік тому +3

    This was awesome Chief!!!!! So glad you shared your amazing story. Can't wait to hear the next chapter!

  • @JayEmAy
    @JayEmAy Рік тому +4

    I'm glad you decided to do this. I find your story very interesting and can't wait to hear the next chapter.

  • @lory2622
    @lory2622 Рік тому

    Chief, you shed the light on a topic that is very underexplained. Until I saw your channel I didn’t even think about seafaring, it is fascinating and thank you for taking us all along. I look out at the ships in Vancouver harbour and now I think of what you have taught me.

  • @rpaulwaddington1858
    @rpaulwaddington1858 Рік тому +5

    Having watched your previous videos/onboard adventures, I think you have much to contribute to young/new crew about how to conduct yourself professional. I am sure you have the skills to build these episodes into really interestingly useful videos. Good on you.

  • @DJ-bh1ju
    @DJ-bh1ju Рік тому

    Thank you for having your podcast here, Chief !!! It's entirely relevant to your channel that we've gotten used to watching.

  • @stewartthompson72
    @stewartthompson72 Рік тому +5

    It is nice to see you creating content again, and that was very interesting Chief. You are a very good story teller. I would definitely like to hear more of the story about how you became a mariner.

  • @karipreston1204
    @karipreston1204 Рік тому +1

    Looking forward to the next installment

  • @scubasky
    @scubasky Рік тому +5

    I love it all, we Americans love to see experience outside of our own! Keep up the great work

  • @kevintadd500
    @kevintadd500 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, Chief it was very interesting to hear your story. Looking forward to learning more about your life at sea.

  • @crispycris
    @crispycris Рік тому +1

    So nice to hear your story and that you're back. Please keep it up.

  • @blackbuttecruizr
    @blackbuttecruizr Рік тому +45

    Epic! You did better as you went further into the story.

    • @ChiefMAKOi
      @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +8

      Thanks!

    • @lory2622
      @lory2622 Рік тому +3

      I was going to say exactly this, the story became smoother and more engaging.

  • @lilo7019
    @lilo7019 Рік тому +1

    Thank you very much for sharing be happy take care Awesome video

  • @markchriestenson3257
    @markchriestenson3257 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Chief for your story. Look forward to hearing the rest of it. Mark from Kansas USA

  • @lnzws9499
    @lnzws9499 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for thinking about us English speaking audience Chief. As someone who is taking his first steps in this sector your videos are both interesting and informative. Cheers.

  • @dougnath1763
    @dougnath1763 Рік тому

    Thank you for your return. Any direction you choose, I will follow. Your a superb story teller.

  • @borisjohnson1944
    @borisjohnson1944 Рік тому +1

    Lovely hearing your life story. Adds some depth to your character.

  • @aegrotattoo9018
    @aegrotattoo9018 Рік тому +1

    Thanks so much Chief, appreciated !

  • @robk1310
    @robk1310 Рік тому +1

    Love the podcasts. Hope to see you on the Apple platform

  • @mikeschiesel2852
    @mikeschiesel2852 Рік тому

    Thanks, chief! My life partner is Filipina and her father is also a chief maritime engineer. Long ago I happened upon your channel. It has given me such insight as to the life that you lead at sea.

  • @strongmermaid4651
    @strongmermaid4651 Рік тому +4

    This was good can't wait till the next one

  • @ronjurgs9799
    @ronjurgs9799 Рік тому

    This was an interesting video. As for me, I am also a seafarer (now retired). In my high school days I was interested in amateur radio. Back then Morse code was a requirement so I listened on my shortwave receiver for loud signals sending Morse code so I could practice. Stations that were communicating with ships at sea were the easiest stations to hear. After a while my thoughts were 'someday I'm going to work as a radio officer on ocean going ships'. It didn't quite work out that way because when I eventually entered a Merchant Marine academy they didn't have a program for radio officers. I was forced to choose the deck or engine side. At that point I started my training as a marine engineer. Eventually I did become a chief engineer and only then did I finally switch jobs and become a radio officer and realize my childhood dreams.

  • @peterwaugh9416
    @peterwaugh9416 Рік тому +1

    I couldn't imagine having to do all that at 18 on your own. Very impressive, a really good story. Obviously you survived so good work.

  • @86FxBdyCpe
    @86FxBdyCpe Рік тому

    Thanks for taking us back to the beginning Chief. Look forward to many more episodes.

  • @briangibbs3774
    @briangibbs3774 Рік тому +3

    Everyone has a story to tell and each tale is unique. I enjoyed your story, Chief, as I had two uncles in the British Merchant Service and another, a North Sea trawlerman. Your experiences will give me an insight into their lives and travels. I shall eagerly await subsequent chapters of your saga. Thank-you.

  • @bilbobaggins3336
    @bilbobaggins3336 Рік тому

    I will be watching all of your future videos as I have in the past. Welcome back!

  • @bunkerhill4854
    @bunkerhill4854 Рік тому

    Chief, very well done! Down to earth and informative. A length of 15 minutes, more or less, is just right.

  • @jaypipken7444
    @jaypipken7444 Рік тому +1

    Your story is very interesting. Cant wait for more . Thank you for sharing.

  • @patricka4609
    @patricka4609 Рік тому +2

    Very interesting to me as a non-seaman. Can't wait to hear more.

  • @mohd.hafiez3619
    @mohd.hafiez3619 Рік тому +3

    Dear Chief, similar story as me back in 2006..family difficulty, try getting full sponsorship at any course. It was hard time though.looking forward to your next podcast..enjoy it

  • @patrickjordan2233
    @patrickjordan2233 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Chief. Looking forward to more about your path of your career..

  • @MrChristosathens06
    @MrChristosathens06 Рік тому +1

    Love watching your vids Chief!! Keep up the work. Podcast experiment looks very good to my eyes.

  • @TM15R
    @TM15R Рік тому +1

    As usual, very informative and interesting. Thank you very much. As a retired vehicle mechanic and machinist, I can relate and appreciate your many steps to bringing your career to where it is now. Keep up the good work.

  • @TacgnolSimulacrum
    @TacgnolSimulacrum Рік тому

    Super glad you're doing this in english as well man, been great to have it in the background while working on stuff.

  • @kimvergeldelosreyes4022
    @kimvergeldelosreyes4022 Рік тому +3

    I've been waiting for this content chief. Your journey from cadet to chief engineer. Praying for your good health, for us to enjoy more of your videos 😅. God bless Chief 🙏

  • @christinamoneyhan5688
    @christinamoneyhan5688 Рік тому

    Very noble of you to help your family. I doubt very many young wayward children would do this today. Prove me wrong and make my day.

  • @smittyboy
    @smittyboy Рік тому

    I love these videos!! I've been an Asst Chief Stationary Engineer (power plant) from L.A. for about a year now. Your videos motivate me, even I'm primarily in a stationary plant setting.

  • @briansmith4969
    @briansmith4969 Рік тому +5

    Awesome podcast Chief. I hope you'll continue (as time and circumstance permit) in English.

  • @rtnorton2565
    @rtnorton2565 Рік тому +1

    I think this is my first comment. I have thoroughly enjoyed your videos. I'm sure I am one of thousands who has missed you while you took a break. Frankly, my assumption was exactly what you said, you were burned out. I am glad you are back. I enjoyed every detail of your story. Keep them coming. From landlocked Oklahoma City, OK, USA.

    • @ChiefMAKOi
      @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much 😊

    • @Birdfarmer862
      @Birdfarmer862 Рік тому

      Funny thing is Chief, I thought that when you were on hiatus you might have accepted a teaching position at PMMA!

  • @johnsimms6778
    @johnsimms6778 Рік тому

    These videos in English, regardless of topic or targeted audience, help educate those of us in the general public. I'd love to see a world geography of ports from a seaman's perspective series.

  • @dcctech5822
    @dcctech5822 Рік тому +1

    Very interesting!. Keep the videos and podcasts coming. Cheers from the center of Canada

  •  Рік тому

    Thanks Chief MAKOi to offer your podcast in English too. I appreciate it

  • @robscott8834
    @robscott8834 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your interesting seafaring origin story, Chief.

  • @ianharriott1509
    @ianharriott1509 Рік тому +2

    Really happy to see you back
    You have thought me so much about life at sea

  • @trickert3129
    @trickert3129 Рік тому

    That was very interesting, thanks for sharing. I'm looking forward to ep. 2!

  • @Mwierenga
    @Mwierenga Рік тому

    Absolutely will be following along. Love it as I do the videos

  • @mohammedhamshado
    @mohammedhamshado Рік тому +4

    Thanks for sharing your story Chief! you have been always an inspirational person for me. Please continue in English. And keep it up!! , I have an idea if you can host a cadet or senior engineers on your podcast or live on Instagram where we can get inspired about others' stories through you. I'm Syrian and I graduated this year from CGU in India, I have been watching you since the start of my academic journey.

    • @lizj5740
      @lizj5740 Рік тому

      *CGU = C. V. Raman Global University.

  • @elizabethlarsen2763
    @elizabethlarsen2763 Рік тому +4

    Pls don't wait so long to post a vid. I enjoy you adventures. Thank you, stay safe.

    • @ChiefMAKOi
      @ChiefMAKOi  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! Will do! Podcasts are easier to make so I'll probably do this more often.

  • @stevetuttle5472
    @stevetuttle5472 Рік тому +2

    I like the format, time went quickly and you are a gifted storyteller!

  • @The_Modeling_Underdog
    @The_Modeling_Underdog Рік тому

    As always, it's a pleasure to hear from you, Chief. I remember that series on the PMMA. Impressive. Keep these podcasts coming. All the best to you.

  • @andrewruble7706
    @andrewruble7706 Рік тому

    Nice job Chief! Yes I want to hear the rest of the story. Thanks for sharing. This format suits you well. Still want to see the full shipboard stories but this was really good.

  • @ckalnicki
    @ckalnicki Рік тому +1

    Very, very, interesting Chief!

  • @imdeplorable2241
    @imdeplorable2241 Рік тому

    I said the same thing as you when asked by my father, "What are you going to do after [high school] graduation?" "I don't know." My dad suggested an apprenticeship. So, like you, I passed the tests and was accepted. That was FIFTY years ago.😮 And, like you, it served me well.
    I love your videos. Keep 'em comin'.👍

  • @irishpsalteri
    @irishpsalteri Рік тому

    I have sent this to my grandson who is figuring out what to do after school. Thank you for this, chief.

  • @Sojourner1981
    @Sojourner1981 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing your story! Look forward to hearing more!

  • @billpotmesil
    @billpotmesil Рік тому

    Very good! Really enjoy hearing how you started out! Like the Pod cast!

  • @TheDavidPurnell
    @TheDavidPurnell Рік тому +2

    Looking forward to the rest :)

  • @misha1736
    @misha1736 Рік тому +1

    I've been following you for a couple of years now and I always wondered, today you answered my question. Thank you!

  • @TheBlibo
    @TheBlibo Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for this, as always very interesting

  • @keonikaig9247
    @keonikaig9247 Рік тому +1

    Bless you brother.....Thank you
    I enjoy seeing you in THIS FORMAT 👍

  • @ohnomrbill7984
    @ohnomrbill7984 Рік тому

    Yes, I definitely enjoyed your story on the beginning of your seafarer career. Great logo combining an anchor ring and the big end of a connecting rod. 👍😎✌

  • @mark-
    @mark- Рік тому +3

    Away nice to listen to someone's life story 😊👍

  • @ralphybean
    @ralphybean Рік тому

    Thanlks Chief. I think i can say for everyone that we love to hear more stories and adventures.

  • @felixthecleaner8843
    @felixthecleaner8843 Рік тому

    that was really interesting Chief - loved the feelings which showed through quite admirably - More Please!

  • @donkeyroper
    @donkeyroper Рік тому +2

    Excellent! Very interesting.

  • @jacksak
    @jacksak Рік тому

    This podcast was great and very interesting. I am looking forward to hear more from you. Thank you.

  • @ANONIE47
    @ANONIE47 Рік тому

    Thank you very much for making your podcasts available in English Chief ☺.

  • @lizj5740
    @lizj5740 Рік тому

    Chief, you are a great story-teller. Thank you for this podcast. I enjoyed hearing about how you started your seafaring career. I look forward to the next podcasts. Cheers from Liz and Ginger (pic left) in Australia.

  • @kamloopscruiser874
    @kamloopscruiser874 Рік тому

    Enjoy all your videos. It’s nice to hear how individuals start their careers.

  • @nelsonesquivel9127
    @nelsonesquivel9127 Рік тому

    Very interesting Chief! Looking forward for the next episode!

  • @NatickJill
    @NatickJill Рік тому

    Thank you for doing this in English! I first found your UA-cam channel after the Ever Given mess in the Suez Canal. I've been fascinated by the seagoing life since the 1950's when I was 11 y.o. But i was a girl and, in those days, women DID NOT DO that sort of thing. I have maintained my interest while going into IT instead. Your videos and this podcast have been a nice window into what I missed.