AI, Billionaires & the Superyacht Market | Kevin Koenig | Rich AF

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping jobs. Billionaires are accelerating away from the middle class. And the superyacht market is still breaking records.

In this episode of Rich AF, host Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor, sits down with Kevin Koenig, yacht journalist and creator of The Yacht Fella, for a wide-ranging conversation on AI disruption, wealth inequality, yacht brokerage, and the psychology of ultra-wealth.

Kevin shares his journey from law and Goldman Sachs during the 2008 financial crisis to becoming one of the most respected voices in yacht journalism. They discuss authenticity in media, the rise of AI-generated writing, and why voice and credibility matter more than ever in a world flooded with automated content.

The conversation then turns to economics. What happens when automation targets white collar work? Is the widening wealth gap sustainable? Why are billionaires buying larger yachts while the 80 to 120 foot yacht segment feels pressure?

They also explore:

• The current state of the superyacht market
 • Yacht brokerage realities and the 90 10 rule
 • Why crew need a long term exit strategy
 • AI replacing jobs and the future of work
 • Kismet and the psychology of extreme luxury
 • Why explorer yachts may represent a smarter long term vision

This episode connects Artificial Intelligence, billionaires, superyachts, and global economic shifts in a way few conversations inside the industry attempt.

If you follow luxury markets, the future of work, wealth trends, or the yacht industry, this is a discussion worth hearing.

Guest: Kevin Koenig, The Yacht Fella
 Host: Charl Minnaar, The Yachting Investor
 Show: Rich AF

This episode reflects personal opinion and industry experience. It is not financial advice.