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- What changed when Daisy moved from Sailing Yacht to Down Under
- Layout and workload: why the physical setup mattered
- Leadership styles: comparing Captains Glenn Shephard and Jason
- Facing new pressure: nerves, independence, and on-screen dynamics
- On-screen drama and short-lived romances
- Building a life off camera: the Yacht Mess podcast
- Prospects for future seasons and where to watch
Daisy Kelliher is trading the wind-tossed decks of Below Deck Sailing Yacht for the fast-paced world of Below Deck Down Under. The move has reshaped her day-to-day routine and pushed her into new on-screen conflicts and creative outlets off camera.
What changed when Daisy moved from Sailing Yacht to Down Under
Daisy says the shift was more than a new title. It was a new vessel and a different rhythm. She spent four seasons on Below Deck Sailing Yacht before joining season 4 of Below Deck Down Under.
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- Boat design: The Down Under vessel was taller and had more staircases.
- Timing: Without the sailing schedule, the team had extra windows to prep meals and service.
- Physical demands: Carrying plates across multiple decks became a regular challenge.
Layout and workload: why the physical setup mattered
On Down Under, the galley was farther from the main dining areas. That distance changed how the interior team planned service.
Small differences that add up
- More stairs meant longer runs and extra stamina required.
- Extra prep time changed pacing for dinner service.
- Service flow had to be adjusted to match the larger, taller yacht.
The boat itself shaped the work, she explains, influencing everything from timing to team movement.
Leadership styles: comparing Captains Glenn Shephard and Jason
Daisy worked closely with both Captain Glenn and Captain Jason during her Below Deck career. She found their approaches complementary.
- She praised both captains for consistent management styles.
- Daisy adapted quickly to new leadership and noted the crew had the biggest impact on daily life.
Her comfort level rose fast, even when the captain changed, because she focuses on building rapport with colleagues.
Facing new pressure: nerves, independence, and on-screen dynamics
Joining Down Under brought back early nerves she first felt when she started on Below Deck in 2020. Daisy admitted the fresh environment triggered those old butterflies.
Rather than leaning on franchise veterans, she made a deliberate choice to go it alone.
- Why she avoided seeking tips: She didn’t want outside advice to cloud her instincts.
- Result: A personal approach to problem-solving and leadership.
That independent stance created what she called a “positive pressure” to perform.
On-screen drama and short-lived romances
The new season also brought clashes and connections. Early previews show Daisy confronting Chef Ben Robinson in the galley.
- She had several tense moments with other senior crew members.
- Daisy briefly dated fellow alum João Franco during the season, a romance that later cooled.
Those storylines add texture to her season and reveal different sides of her role as chief stew.
Building a life off camera: the Yacht Mess podcast
Away from the yachts, Daisy has been growing other projects. She co-hosts the Yacht Mess podcast with former Below Deck guest Marc MacNamara.
- The show aims to mirror the show’s vibe: fun, light, and informal.
- They are booking guests and planning early episodes now.
- The podcast lets Daisy show a looser, more spontaneous side.
She sees the podcast as a creative outlet that complements her TV work and gives fans a chance to hear her unfiltered personality.
Prospects for future seasons and where to watch
Daisy didn’t rule out returning to the franchise. For now, she’s balancing on-screen commitments with off-screen projects.
Below Deck Down Under returns to Bravo on Monday, February 2, at 8 p.m. ET with a super-sized premiere. New episodes are available to stream the next day on Peacock.
