This podcast does one thing and one thing only: It determines whether songs are "yacht rock" or "nyacht rock." "Hollywood" Steve Huey, David Lyons, JD Ryznar, and Hunter Stair, the team that coined the genre "yacht rock" with their legendary webseries, rate curated and listener-suggested tracks on the highly-accurate Yachtski Scale to build out the playlist of certified yacht rock songs. Their analysis employs a precise scientific method that involves a deep well of musical knowledge, impeccably trained ears, sophomoric banter, and, most impressively, uses a spreadsheet algorithm to add scores & divide them by four. This may sound intimidating but...
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Sep 29, 2026 · 1:02:24
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Donkey Kong, Russ Taff, and Dionne Warwick.
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:00:59
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Olav Stedje, Luther Vandross, and Air Supply.
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:04:40
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Quarterflash, Sadao Watanabe, and Webster Lewis.
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:01:01
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Fan Fiction, Rick Astley, and Herbie Hancock.
Sep 1, 2026 · 58:49
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Slade, Hilario Camacho, and The Bar-Kays.
Aug 25, 2026 · 58:15
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Saxon, sparkle*jets u.k., and Craig Mirijanian.
Aug 18, 2026 · 54:52
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Jim Porto, Joe Cocker, and I-Ten.
Aug 11, 2026 · 1:18:43
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Noel Pointer, Mandoo, and Bill LaBounty.
Aug 4, 2026 · 1:07:59
Songs are re-rated on the Yachtski Scale, with music by Rickie Lee Jones, Neil Diamond, and Sade.
Jul 28, 2026 · 1:00:04
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Anita Baker, Kinks, and The Whispers.
Jul 21, 2026 · 1:04:09
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Here Come The Mummies, Menudo, and Powder Blue Tux.
Jul 14, 2026 · 1:10:19
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by William Sikstrom, American, and Bill Wurtz.
Jul 7, 2026 · 51:34
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Ole Borud, State Cows, and Far Corporation.
Jun 30, 2026 · 1:02:47
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Micky Dolenz, Mustard Service, and Eagles.
Jun 23, 2026 · 58:15
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs Michael Jackson, Nantucket, and Chris Rainbow.
Jun 16, 2026 · 1:19:14
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Sipho Gumede, Cliff Richard, and Melita.
Jun 9, 2026 · 1:21:26
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Quincy Jones, Frank Stallone & Cynthia Rhodes, and Yasuko Agawa.
Jun 2, 2026 · 1:04:59
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Eddie Murphy, Petra, and Steve Goodman.
May 26, 2026 · 1:08:37
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Sylvia, Rediffusion Reditune, and Michael Kamen.
May 19, 2026 · 1:13:23
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Katz and the Jammers, Deniece Williams, and Barbara Dickson.
May 12, 2026 · 1:06:10
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Reeve Stimpson, Heatwave, and Angelo.
May 5, 2026 · 56:27
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Elton John, Gerard Lenorman, and Mariah Carey.
Apr 28, 2026 · 1:06:45
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by George Benson, Edin-Adahl, and Ernie & Cookie Monster.
Apr 21, 2026 · 1:06:47
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Jimmy Buffett, Frank Stallone, and Kenny Rogers.
Apr 14, 2026 · 1:15:10
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Frank Sanchez, Vapour Trails, and Morocko.
Apr 7, 2026 · 1:23:30
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Al Jarreau, Utopia, and State Cows.
Mar 31, 2026 · 1:02:28
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Dave Raynor, Matthew Ward, and Nicolette Larson.
Mar 24, 2026 · 1:03:46
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Red Poppies, Goose, and Sylvester.
Mar 17, 2026 · 59:54
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Harari, Yacht Rocket, and Donald Fagen.
Mar 10, 2026 · 1:12:29
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Jennifer Warnes & Joe Cocker, Dan Seals, and Jeffrey Osborne.
Mar 3, 2026 · 1:06:04
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Malcolm McCallum, Olivia Newton-John, and Paul Anka.
Feb 24, 2026 · 1:02:56
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Nohelani Cypriano, The Beach Boys, and Billy Ocean.
Feb 17, 2026 · 1:09:21
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by David Pack, Whitney Houston, and Robbie Patton.
Feb 10, 2026 · 1:03:38
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Todd Rundgren, Marvin Gaye, and The Hold Steady.
Feb 3, 2026 · 1:25:46
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski scale, with songs by Scott Gairdner, Valerie Carter, and Peabo Bryson.
Jan 27, 2026 · 1:06:36
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Paris Pick, Rui Veloso, and Bill Withers.
Jan 20, 2026 · 1:09:33
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by O'Bryan, Judie Tzuke, and John Fogerty.
Jan 13, 2026 · 1:00:42
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Kettner & Shawe, Marilyn Scott, and Gareth Donkin.
Jan 6, 2026 · 1:17:03
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Steely Dan, The Commodores, and Jack Tobi.
Dec 30, 2025 · 1:19:44
A recap of the yachtiest songs rated in 2025.
Dec 23, 2025 · 1:13:11
A recap of 2025's yachtiest ratings from songs released this century.
Dec 16, 2025 · 1:04:43
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Dionne Warwick, Miki Matsubara, and Lionel Richie.
Dec 9, 2025 · 1:01:51
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Mike Love, Sabrina Carpenter, and Wellander & Ronander.
Dec 2, 2025 · 1:07:47
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Bruce Sudano, Blue Oyster Cult, and Michael Jackson.
Nov 25, 2025 · 1:01:00
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Bridge, Alan Gorrie, and Sabrina Carpenter.
Nov 18, 2025 · 1:05:35
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Sunset Roller Coaster, Goblin, and Con Funk Shun.
Nov 11, 2025 · 53:55
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Jermaine Jackson, Masayoshi Takanaka, and Cilia Black.
Nov 4, 2025 · 53:17
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Frankie Valli, Anne Linnet Band, and Sarah Bareilles.
Oct 28, 2025 · 47:56
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Pearl & The Oysters , Rex Smith , and Randy Crawford.
Oct 21, 2025 · 56:22
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Allman & Woman , Lionel Richie , and The Sea World Orchestra .
Oct 14, 2025 · 51:05
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Michel Polnareff , Melissa Manchester , and Midnight Star.
Oct 7, 2025 · 55:12
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Phillip Sandifer , Paul Anka , and Rick Springfield.
Sep 30, 2025 · 53:21
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Maxus, Nielsen/Pearson, and Johnny Mathis.
Sep 23, 2025 · 44:07
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Tycoon, Diane Tell, and PNC Bank.
Sep 16, 2025 · 1:01:19
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Miles Davis, Sade, and Ralph.
Sep 9, 2025 · 53:14
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Irene Cara, Yoshino Fujimal, and Dane Donohue.
Sep 2, 2025 · 47:58
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by L. Ron Hubbard, Mel McDaniel, and Womack & Womack.
Aug 26, 2025 · 40:43
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Ramsey Lewis, Tazz Toyoshima, and Perry & Sanlin.
Aug 19, 2025 · 49:53
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by The Faith Band, George Benson, and Luther Vandross.
Aug 12, 2025 · 56:59
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by David Bendeth, Funky Communication Committee, and the Grateful Dead.
Aug 5, 2025 · 55:44
For Episode 100, old selections are re-rated, with songs by James Taylor, Gino Vannelli , and Jackson Browne.
Jul 29, 2025 · 51:12
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by PREP, Diana Ross, and Poco.
Jul 22, 2025 · 51:19
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Julio Iglesias, Lenny Kravitz, and George Harrison.
Jul 15, 2025 · 54:50
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Westpoint, Patti Austin, and Ratt.
Jul 8, 2025 · 49:16
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Brunkymusic , Paul Davis , and Dane Donohue .
Jul 1, 2025 · 52:04
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by DeGarmo & Key , TWRP, and Supertramp.
Jun 24, 2025 · 1:03:10
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Lava, Minoru Koyama, and Kristie Murden.
Jun 17, 2025 · 59:50
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Los Abuelos de la Nada , Neilsen/Pearson , and Chaka Kahn.
Jun 10, 2025 · 58:32
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Neil Sedaka , Turley Richards, and the Parker Brothers.
Jun 3, 2025 · 1:02:35
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by James Felix, Rapallo, and Madness.
May 27, 2025 · 1:00:39
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Jackon & McCartney, Englebert Humperdink, and George Duke.
May 20, 2025 · 1:03:11
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Raffi, Herbie Mann, and Rose Royce.
May 13, 2025 · 56:17
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Richie Havens, Lionel Richie, and Jim Krueger.
May 6, 2025 · 56:05
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Ronnie Laws, Rick Moranis, and Mylon LeFevre.
Apr 29, 2025 · 58:28
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Elton John, Gidi Gov, and Con Funk Shun.
Apr 22, 2025 · 59:06
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Ted Gärdestad, NSYNC, and Led Zeppelin.
Apr 15, 2025 · 56:52
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by The Emotions, Jon Stevens, and Lulu.
Apr 8, 2025 · 1:09:35
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by John Miles, Robert Kraft, and Takako Mamiya.
Apr 1, 2025 · 56:02
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Stephen Bishop, Farrell & Farrell, and Johnny Mathis.
Mar 25, 2025 · 52:42
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Makoto Matsushita, Diane Tell, and Bobby Martin.
Mar 20, 2025 · 1:12:10
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Mar 18, 2025 · 1:06:39
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by David Gates, The Stylistics, and Boncana Maïga.
Mar 11, 2025 · 52:05
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Diane Birch, Johnny Mathis, and Rapallo.
Mar 4, 2025 · 49:54
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Aretha Franklin, Frank Stallone, and Mayer Hawthorne.
Feb 25, 2025 · 54:11
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Pieces, Jimmy Osmond, and Steve Miller Band.
Feb 18, 2025 · 47:13
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by John Farnham, The Whispers, and Smooth Reunion.
Feb 11, 2025 · 55:25
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Karla Bonoff, Sheena Easton, and Ada Morghe.
Feb 4, 2025 · 46:26
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Greg Guidry, Marlene, and Powder Blue Tux.
Jan 28, 2025 · 48:38
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Lulu, Lava, and Loggins.
Jan 21, 2025 · 52:22
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Dennis O'Brien, Evie Sands, and Max Gronenthal
Jan 14, 2025 · 52:56
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Pablo Cruise, Joe English, and Brown Bannister.
Jan 7, 2025 · 1:19:47
A compiled collection of the Yachtiest suggestions.
Dec 31, 2024 · 44:06
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Sun Rai, Ben Mendoza, and Bill Champlin.
Dec 23, 2024 · 52:28
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Michael Sambello, The Boys Band, and Nancy Grandquist.
Dec 17, 2024 · 47:55
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Maxus, Parachute, and Chaka Khan.
Dec 10, 2024 · 49:51
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by The Beagle Boys, Makoto Kubota, and Young Gun Silver Fox.
Dec 3, 2024 · 53:51
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Sammy Hagar, Byrne and Barnes, and Patrice Rushen.
Nov 26, 2024 · 51:04
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Ole Børud, Sneakers, and Genesis.
Nov 19, 2024 · 55:58
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Masayoshi Takanaka, Maarit, and The Crusaders.
Nov 12, 2024 · 1:12:59
Listener suggestions are rated on the Yachtski Scale, with songs by Rex Smith, Seals and Crofts, and Ray Parker Jr.
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