Kirsten Neuschäfer: The Golden Globe Story.

[@julesx2171]

What a beautiful story with amazing editing! Two truly inspiring women. Thank you Kirsten and Maya!

[@davidnichols147]

Truly an inspirational and exceptional interview. Thank you Maya!

[@sethile]

Hard to describe how much I enjoyed following Kirsten and the GGR. This was a wonderful culmination for me. You did a wonderful job putting this together! Well done!! Very very well done!!!

[@loganyoung7051]

Such a badass. I remember watching her get her boat ready a couple years ago, so stoked she won and set all those records.

[@Retired-Life]

What a magnificent interview Maya. I began following Kirsten a month prior to the start of GGR2022. She truly impresses me with her humble and generous spirit. Her perseverance and dedication to sailing and the environment are extraordinary. She cares for her Cape George Minnehaha as if she were family. And her caring concern for others, in particular Tapio’s rescue. To forego and risk her standing in the race for the safety of another was incredible. Her heartfelt concerns for Guy and other colleagues was so heartfelt, and then she was able to comeback and persevere onwards. She is a woman, a person no other can compare to. I was so thrilled for her to place first overall from such a community of excellent, experienced sailors. She brings hope to other sailors, young women in particular. To see how Minnehaha handled the conditions was such a compliment to how Kirsten had restored her. To know that Minnehaha began here locally on the peninsula of the Puget Sound was an even sweeter win. Thanks for sharing your interview Maya. As usual, superb questions, background music and editing. ⚓️ Through your storytelling and like Kirsten, you have inspired and reminded all of us that dreams are important and always possible. ❤

[@Tyme_flies]

Woah her boat came from the surrounding waters of Seattle! Well now im really over joyed with happiness and pride. ❤❤❤

[@Retired-Life]

@@Tyme_flies The Cape George boats are constructed in Port Townsend. The Minnehaha was retrofitted just prior while on P.E.I., eastern coast of Prince Edward Island.

[@barbmoff7098]

I started following Kirsten after your original interview. Then followed the entire race. You are two wonderful women...

[@jpdj2715]

Wow, Maya, what a great interview and what a great story from Kirsten. Ninety minutes flew by. Great narrative and editing.

[@truman42746]

I've said before Maya, I think your editing skills are second to none and this video proves it! That was the best 1 1/2 hours I've spent in a while. Kirsten is super nice person and I hope you and Aladino meet up with her on Magic Carpet II some day.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

Thank you so much -- it would be an honour to meet Kirsten in person one day!

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

@@SailingMagicCarpet You definitely will, I'm sure of that!

[@bobleonard4383]

Maya, you are an excellent editor and a wonderful story teller. I really enjoyed this video and look forward to seeing you on your own own journey.

[@joestevens3348]

Kirsten the bravest most adventuress woman that has ever taken on a great endurance endeavour. As a fellow South African she is an incredible woman and has made us the proudest nation in the world (for those who understand and care). Thank you Magic Carpet for the wonderful videos you make available to us to share the world of sailing expertise.

[@louislutge9858]

Proudly South African Girl , Well Done!!! Awesome stuff.

[@duncanmcdowall]

Amazing. Ive watched three times. It doesnt get old. Shes my hero

[@laurenceholden]

Oh, Maya! how wonderfully edited, the clips so elegantly paced, and with such touchingly ,meaningful content. Such a joy to watch, and rewatch! Thank you, thank you for this rich and loving tribute to Kirsten. She richly deserves your fine contribution to her accomplishment.

[@susanw8471]

A great segment, Maya! I had to watch it and chunks but it was worth it and I appreciate the great editing and storing telling on both your parts.

[@christinehammell6365]

Thanks for this update. After your interview with Kirsten way back before the start , I decided to follow her progress on the GGR . Brilliant coverage Maya and Kirsten .

[@lynleycunningham5106]

Loved the video summarising Kirsten's full journey, even having followed the race at the time. Thank you both.

[@jvkew]

What a remarkable person you have introduced to us. Many thanks!

[@johnekins4408]

“We might launch this year” wow, music to my ears, obviously you guys have made a good choice with your Cape George sailboat. Good video you never fail to impress, good job.

[@brnrds]

Pressing like before I even start watching. Kirsten, legend of legends.

[@ObsessiveScientist]

This is by far the best interview of Kristen (and I listen and watch a lot). Thank you Maya for your presence, your empathy, artistry and intuition. This is PRO!❤

[@boarini2003]

Wow, what an incredible person and story. This should have 80 million views.

[@saenole66]

That was absolutely the best episode to date. What an inspiration. She is so accomplished and her accent is lyrical. Thank you so much for sharing Kirsten with your viewers. It must give you great confidence in the Cape St George as a world class ocean cruiser.

[@shaunmacphail1206]

What an outstanding interview! Kirsten is truly a legend in her own lifetime. Well done Maya.

[@DoloresClitores]

What a beautiful warm interview.. Thank you Maya for insightful questioning and Kirsten for the adventure. An absolute joy to watch.

[@terrylawrence4121]

I didn't realize that in the middle of refitting a boat, and putting out weekly videos, you also made a movie! This is an incredible accomplishment--as others have said, it's extremely well-edited. The pacing is great. I started watching and couldn't stop. Great subject, Kirsten is fantastic, but the making of this deserves applause as well. Congratulations.

[@ChrisRoeder]

Thanks for an awesome video. I recently read about 4 books about the 1968 race, and wouldn’t have known about this record setting event without your work. Wonderful, thank you very much.

[@nancybates1376]

Great interview Maya. She is my shero! What a fantastic sailor, race and boat. You and Aladino made a good choice of boat/home.

[@pierre-louis01]

Inspiring indeed ! And what a cute accent. Bravo ! Way to go Kristen.

[@thierrykillian8419]

You and Dino will be next cape George 36 ,to prove what a fine boat she is Dino is a craftsman extraordinaire

[@rudiposthumus7798]

Proudly South African. With her smile and positive attitude, she's such a fantastic ambassador for sailors everywhere and a life on the ocean waves. Great episode, thank you.

[@phil2707]

What a wonderful video and interview about the magnificent race of Kirsten Neuschäfer. It was so entertaining and time passed away. Thanks for letting us part of the journey - great job.

[@yaa63]

can-t add more to what has been said already so I will just say one word...OUTSTANDING

[@robdew9608]

Smile Maya. You are doing a great job. You both make a great refit team. Magic Carpet II becoming beautifull.

[@Arnaud58]

@1:21:43 "...as one of sailing's greatest icons..." 👴👌👌👌👏👏👏 Great respect for this lady. It surely is one of the greatest, if not THE biggest, challenges of sailboat racing.👵😲😊🍾 Maya, thank you for letting us view this!👵🤗

[@keebearfull]

Two of the top sailing centered ladies in the world chatting like the friends they are and we get this Top Notch interview that hits all the high spots of Kirsten's world class major achievement! Wow! That WAS great! Thank you, Maya. So well done.

[@jaeorumn4242]

What an AMAZING documentary! Thank you!

[@robrae5292]

By far the best interview of Kirsten's voyage I've ever seen! Well done!

[@SailingItsTheTruth]

Wow! This is one of my favorite interviews with Kirsten. Lovely! ⛵️🇿🇦⛵️

[@Gr300w]

One tough cookie. Proud to be a South African 🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@karenmorrison-f2p]

What a great interview Maya! Wonderful job highlighting this amazing sailor. Thanks!

[@narrateanewtunnel2352]

Magnificent interview & such a tremendous adventure & accomplishment by a outstanding, lovely person. Bravo to you both.

[@mowhoknow5098]

Wow that was amazing, maya thank you and from a long time follower this was a top 3 , and with no Alidino no violin no boat footage. It was a documentary that equals any. Stay cool stay safe stay loving

[@CR-cs6mq]

Thank you so much for this interview...what an amazing lady!! Great work!!

[@maureentweedly]

Great story and masterfully told!

[@viktorbrattsti9397]

What a masterpiece. Truly inspiring. Thank you both :)

[@grahamatsea3575]

A superb interview, perfect blend of interviewing and sailing shots, a real expert production. I had absolutely no idea the GGR was for boats

[@sailingarista]

I had forgotten that you both have the Cape George. I restored my current boat from wrecked with new gelcoat on the entire boat and this year my engine replaced. I have watched Magic Carpet every week and watched Kirstin throughout the entire race. This is such a special summary and story. Loved the episode!

[@flossey100]

Thrilling interview and I followed Kirsten every single day of the race thanks to your first interview. This interview being a lovely emotional part 2. Great job Maya! Great job Kirsten.💖💖💖🇦🇺

[@stevewagstaff8211]

Very tastefully done, beautiful, wonderful and inspiring, thanks to both of you.

[@harleysoltes]

By ever measure the best story on Kirsten we have seen!

[@denbeech6647]

A lovely relaxed and comfortable interview between two inspirational brave individuals. Respect!

[@donnarocchio936]

Maya, thank you for sharing her story. Amazing.

[@TENSBUDE]

What an incredible video! Maya you are awesome.

[@DLBard-bv2nd]

Amazing interview! Thank you so much for sharing this incredible story with us. That was an awesome race. I don't think it's possible to top that adventure. ☀️ ⛵ 🤗

[@edwardfinn4141]

I met Kirsten 2 times when she was preparing for the GGR. Actually I knew the previous owner of her boat Minnehaha, that was Dr Mike Bottomly, now deceased. I helped her take physical possession of her boat in Fortune , Newfoundland; and that was quite a struggle for her because of Covid 19 travel restrictions in place back then The 2nd time I met Kirsten was in Prince Edward Island where she had just completed a huge refit of that boat. Both my wife and I were very impressed with Kirsten; she was humble, down to earth, intelligent and incredibly committed to overcome any obstacles to get to the start line of the GGR. Believe me, her battle to get to the start line was just as impressive as her performance in the actual race. The community in PEI adopted Kirsten and helped her in many many ways, really because they were inspired by her drive and determination. What a champion. Can’t wait to see what she accomplishes next!

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Kirsten Neuschafer, :the best sailor imorden times .She is my favorite and also many languages speaking very talented, that's for sure .Thank you for the good video ..

[@cyclomaniac9086]

Wow... spectacular. Beautiful and inspirational story.

[@kensherlock6475]

We started watching the race after you had mentioned it. We followed it real close and loved that Kirsten won it. This interview was so awesome, can't thank you enough. Your boat value probably jumped after Kirsten won! (ha ha)

[@grahamselby3246]

Thank you for doing this. I followed the race from start to finsh and was rooting for Kirsten the whole way and love hearing her story of the race. Also it must give you and Aladino great confidence that you have chosen a good boat for your upcoming adventures.

[@somadevo]

It's very special and appropriate you did these interviews Maya. What an amazing event for all of us. I watched the race daily while watching your refit. I even mentioned Kirsten and her Cape George after one of your episodes.

[@fredgaither3707]

Thank you so much what a wonderful documentary I was so happy for her when she won

[@orrinsmith1870]

I miss getting on the GGR live tracker and watching the race unfold. Thanks for thisbgreat recap. Kirsten is a remarkable person. She has inspired me for sure.

[@jerrygeorge3921]

You did an incredible job of bringing this amazing ladies story to full light. Thank you.

[@SailingMagicCarpet]

So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!

[@alyssac8258]

This is such a wonderful story. Thank you for sharing this and being such a great interviewer. Loved this

[@danielharwood6905]

A masterpiece, Maya! I am managing 1 of the boats in the next Golden Globe! Your way of editing/explaining the story was perfect!

[@suzannechance5876]

Very gratifying to see this, thank you for all the work you put into it!

[@amunderdog]

Been looking for and awaiting a quality summary of her incredible journey and accomplishments. I knew from your first reports, before GGR2022 began, Team Kirsten and Minnehaha were something special. Still today, i occasionally poke around for news of them. Thank you Sailing Magic Carpet, for the introduction and follow thru. Some memories stay with you for a lifetime, This is one, for me.

[@Tyme_flies]

What a adventure! What a life ! This happens to me from time to time on the internet, but my heart just swells so big with happiness, admiration, joy and pride for a person/people ive never met. Im just so excited for the woman she is. She is obvious a very humble person, but i would love to support her anyway i can. Rather it be merch ,a book or maybe just this comment. Rock on Kirsten ! Rock on !❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊 those people showed up for you because you are a amazing woman ! Oh yeah im proud of your boat too. My apologies for missing the name ! Way to go boat 😂😂😂❤❤!

[@badcat4707]

Boats name is Mini-ha-ha 🙏😺

[@mikejacker]

I have followed Kirsten and the GGR as well as all of your weekly videos. This longer documentary stands out as a brilliantly authentic and genuine account of Kristen’s journey and motivations. I expect that someone looking in from the outside will similarly encapsulate your exploits on Magic Carpet II after your grand voyage to come!

[@gl2856]

What a wonderful lady , saving a fellow sailor and still winning the race , I found this very emotional and so inspirational to watch , congratulations Kirsten and we’ll done , thanks for this Maya, ❤ Graham L

[@Lannie1948]

Exceptional, wonderful how you weaved together interview footage with race footage! I’ve been missing following Kirsten’s golden globe race so this has really helped fill that gap.

[@renerebe]

what a life. what an experience. what a story.

[@FM-mb2lu]

❤❤ what an amazing documentary of Kristens accomplishment. Bravo Maya.

[@fonhollohan2908]

Kirsten Neuschafer is a natural born sailor thanks you Maya so much for posting this! Not only did Kirsten win she's the first woman ever to win the Golden Globe award. So followed the race it was awesome to see her take the crown. Says a lot about the Cape George 36 being such a capable offshore boat. Kristen, being so upset over Guy running aground. showed how sweet of a person she really is. She doesn't just think about herself but also for her fellow competitors as well. Just goes to show how much character she has, as she made that difficult decision to go help Tapio out, whether she lost the race of not, that didn't matter She instead chose to help Tapio out, what a great gal as far as i'm concerned from that point on she deserved to win the Golden Globe as far as I'm concerned.

[@johnravensbergen3324]

Maya, that was incredible. When I first saw your post, I thought there is no way I can sit through 1.5 hrs.. Wow, was I wrong!! An incredible person, an incredible story, but also incredibly told. Thank you!

[@jonathanlewis1352]

Thanks Maya. Epic. We followed her daily from the start but your film not only brought back the memories and joy but added to them. Kirsten is heroic and her strength and abilities exceed the boundaries of sailing and we celebrate not only her accomplishments but as with Moitessier, her soul.

[@rattletraptanker5037]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing. A lovely journey! Excellent presentation! Incredible and brave individual! A bright spot in my day! 😀

[@denisebrooks4513]

I first learned about Kirsten and the GGR from your channel. We followed her progress whenever we had Internet as we sailed down from Vancouver Island along the West Coast, out to Hawaii and then on to New Zealand, where we were celebrating Christmas when Kirsten passed the Hobart gate! When she won, we were over the moon. Thanks so much for this inspiring interview.

[@americaspastortravels7536]

What a great story. This was wonderful to watch. Thanks for sharing Maya, greetings to Aladino, keep the videos coming and safe travels 🙏

[@melee401]

Gorgeous production. The best yet.

[@firstdaywithnewbrain2504]

What an absolute wonderful story. AND an equally wonderful interview. We’ll done. Cheers.

[@tjjones390]

Congrats to Kirsten! Amazing piece of work you have shared with us, Thank you Maya.

[@paulofonseca2631]

Absolutely wonderful, I just want to see and hear it over and over again! Many thanks to these two incredible people for sharing this amazing adventure with us.

[@philipbechtle2828]

That must be one of the best, if not the best, documentation of Kristins incredibly impressive achievements, and of her positive spirit.

[@ApexWoodworks]

This has been a most inspirational story. Thank you for having brought it to my attention, Maya!

[@allenhansen9093]

Amazing storytelling and editing as always! Great interview Mya!

[@mikeridgway4439]

What a surprise! Thank you for sharing her race and her story.

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Thank you so much, Maya for this fantastic documentary, so well edited and narrated and truly inspiring!

[@randykrohn5792]

Maya, just wow! I avidly followed the Golden Globe race. I have followed the post race coverage. Your video of Kirsten Neuschäfer's race and her story are wonderful. Her's is a great story and she is an amazing individual and you brought that out beautifully. Definitely the best, most complete coverage I've seen. As usual, outstanding editing. You are an amazing film maker and it was a great interview.

[@fransdriesen1311]

Outstanding video with pointed questions, nice editing and Kirsten revealing a lot of her physical and emotional experiences..Job well done Maya...

[@CapriceV6]

Absolutely amazing journey and I watched every video and read every report everyday. Well done Kirsten and thanks Maya for doing this. It really helped close it off for me.

[@Valerie_Dawn]

I am amazed at how emotional this story made me. What an incredible journey Kirsten has accomplished. Thank you for sharing this with us Maya and Kirsten.

[@11thhourcustom]

I absolutely... Loved this interview and I even had tears in my eyes at one point. Thank you!!!

[@mariforsstrom9293]

You both are a real inspiration to all of us women who sail

[@roadhun]

Thank you for this excellent video, I really enjoyed watching how you put it together. Kirsten comes from a city not far from where I live and would love to meet her one day, maybe at the PE Yacht Club or the Gordons Bay Yacht club, she is so inspiring and so are you and Aladino. Thanks again.

[@jenspetersimonsen4235]

Chapeau to one gutsy girl 🙂 TY for the footage ;-)

[@doneddy2204]

What a very great interview. Sailing entertainment at its best

[@meldrumart]

It was an amazing video about Kirsten and the race. I know you have spent hours putting this together. Thank you so much! 😊😊❤❤

[@waynerudiger1756]

Professional qality documentary /interview. Way more engaging than I expected. Thanks!

[@bevtrue6937]

Wow, what an incredible story. Thanks so much for sharing this adventure.

[@DaveJohnEllis]

Wonderful, an inspirational person, thank you for this lovely documentary