‘Below Deck Med’: Why Sandy isn’t happy with Ian McLean’s decision to promote Ian Joe Bradley
Athens, Greece: In the latest episode of ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ Season 9, Captain Sandy Ian Bossun criticizes Ian McLean for promoting Joe Bradley to lead deckhand instead of Nathan Gallagher, even though Nathan has more experience.
The tense conflict between the captain and the boss highlights the importance of making sound leadership decisions and ensuring that the most qualified people are given the right roles on deck. Ian’s criticism serves as a reminder of the high standards expected on board and the need for accountability in all aspects of yacht operations.
Sandy asked Ian for his reasoning behind choosing lead deckhand, to which he replied, “I initially chose Joe as lead deckhand just because he has experience and he’s very good at guiding people. He’s very good at running a team.”
Sandy was surprised that Joe was chosen for the job, expressing his belief that Nate was more efficient, especially noting his ability to dock the boat multiple times. He noted that Joe’s strong communication skills may affect his perception of power. Sandy suggested that both experience and ability may need to be reassessed.
“It’s obviously on Ian’s part. He should have informed me before making this decision. Joe I’ve always had to correct him in the last few dockings, if Ian had taken the time to read the CV, he would have seen that Nathan has a lot more experience than Joe, it’s a Red flags,” Sandy shared in a confessional.
Sandy advises Ian to consult with him in the future before making a decision. He emphasizes his confidence in Nate’s skill at docking, contrasting it with Joe’s relative lack of experience. Sandy thanked Ayane for his understanding and cooperation.
‘Below Deck Maid’ Season 9 Captain Sandy Ian unhappy with Ian McLean’s supervisory powers (@Bravo)
Who is Joe Bradley in ‘Below Deck Maid’ Season 9?
Joe Bradley is currently engaged as a deckhand in the ninth season of the reality TV show ‘Below Deck Maid’. With three years experience in the yachting industry, Joe previously worked in sales and marketing before transitioning to a career on the high seas.
Inspired by a desire for adventure and a departure from the corporate world, Joe, a native of England, chose to transition into yachting. Feeling unfulfilled in his previous profession, he sought a new challenge that would enable him to explore new places and immerse himself in different cultures. His innate passion for adventure and travel naturally connected him to the yachting industry
Joe Bradley is the new deckhand on ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ Season 9 (Instagram/@joebradley_)
Who is Nathan Gallagher in ‘Below Deck Maid’ Season 9?
A recent addition to the crew of Captain Sandy Ian in the latest season of Nathan Gallagher’s ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’. Despite only having two years of yachting experience, Nathan now works with Captain Sandy and Bosun Ian McLean.
While his role as a deckhand is clear in Mustique, Nathan seems to be causing some drama on board in the new season, as shown in the trailer released on Bravo’s YouTube channel. Initially single, Nathan forms a strong bond with fellow deckhand Gail Cameron, who is in a committed relationship.
Below Deck Mediterranean’ Season 9 star Nathan Gallagher has two years of yachting experience (YouTube/@bravo)
‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ Season 9 airs every Monday at 9 pm ET on Bravo.