Scuba Diving Industry Magazine Podcasts

In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, we sit down with Clay McCardell, owner of Explorer Ventures Liveaboards https://www.explorerventures.com/ . Clay shares how his company supports dive shops and travel sellers through flexible booking terms, a wide range of destinations, and customized group travel solutions. We also explore Explorer Ventures’ early leadership...

In this Marketing Minutes episode filmed live at the Scuba Show, we sit down with Deborah Dickson-Smith, co-founder of Diveplanit Travel. Based in Australia, Deborah shares how she transformed a dive blog into one of the region’s most respected dive travel wholesale businesses. 🕐Timestamps: 00:01 – 🎵 Intro Music 00:16 – Meet Deborah Dickson-Smith from Diveplanit 00:31 – Overview of Diveplanit Tr...

In this insightful episode, SSI North America's Rachael Steidley joins Britain and William Cline to explore how SSI is pioneering digital transformation in scuba training. From their 100% digital training model to their multifunctional SSI app and the innovative MyDiveGuide platform, Rachael shares tools that are helping dive centers streamline operations and expand outreach. The episode also high...

In this special Marketing Minutes episode, filmed live at the Scuba Show, we sit down with Mark Evans, co-founder of Rork Media, the global publisher behind Scuba Diver Magazine, the GO Diving Show, and now owner of The Scuba Show and California Diving News. Mark walks us through the growth of Rork Media from its UK roots to its international expansion—covering the power of in-person dive shows, t...

In this episode of Marketing Minutes, Britain Cline interviews Gretchen Ashton, the founder of ScubaFit—a fitness program tailored specifically for scuba divers and a distinctive specialty course available to PADI and other agency instructors. Gretchen shares how her background in fitness and her passion for diving merged to fill a much-needed gap in diver wellness, performance, and safety. From h...

In this episode of Marketing Minutes filmed live at the Scuba Show, Britain Cline interviews Ingrid Barrios from Ibagari Boutique Hotel, a luxury dive resort in Roatán, Honduras. Ingrid shares how Ibagari combines world-class diving on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef with a peaceful, intimate atmosphere—ideal for dive shops looking to bring small-to-medium-sized groups for an unforgettable dive and...

The Bula Spirit & Diving in Fiji - Kathy Koyamaibole and Junior explain why Fiji is more than a dive trip - it’s a transformative cultural experience. From world-class diving to immersive cultural traditions, Fiji welcomes divers into its communal, living culture with open arms and the unforgettable “Bula Spirit.” Whether you’re a dive shop planning group travel or a dive professional looking...

In this episode of Marketing Minutes, we meet Laurie Smith from Clearwater Paradise Resort, a hidden gem in Guanaja, Honduras. Guanaja may be the least-known of the Bay Islands - but that’s exactly what makes it so special. Clearwater Paradise is a 20-person, boat-access-only, all-inclusive dive resort offering pristine reefs, stunning scenery, and personalized service that leaves guests raving. #...

In this episode of Marketing Minutes, Britain sits down with legendary filmmaker, photographer, and underwater educator Marty Snyderman - now the photography ambassador for Atlantis Dive Resorts and Liveaboards in the Philippines. With over 15,000 dives and five decades in the dive world, Marty shares powerful reflections on photography, travel, wildlife, and how diving became more than just a job...

In this episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, William and Britain Cline sit down with Jeff Birch, owner of Small Hope Bay Lodge on Andros Island, Bahamas—one of the longest-running dive resorts in the world. 🕐Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome 00:33 – Guest Intro: Jeff Birch of Small Hope Bay Lodge 01:00 – History: Pioneering Dive Tourism Since 1960 02:00 – From YMCA Certs to M...

In this edition of Marketing Minutes, Britain Cline speaks with Shelli Hendricks, founder of Blue Horizon Solutions, and Jean Henry of the American Water Sports Association about an innovative approach to diving- combining paddle sports with scuba diving, plus new leadership training and certification travel opportunities. Shelli brings executive coaching and diver development into the scuba world...

In this episode of Marketing Minutes, hosts Britain & William Cline from Scuba Diving Industry Magazine sit down with Lita Davis, founder of Lita’s All Natural Insect Repellent. Lita shares her journey from experiencing severe insect bites during dive trips in Roatan to developing a plant-based, DEET-free repellent. She discusses product development, sustainability efforts, retail strategies,...

Join us as we sit down with Suuz Martines, CEO, Scuba Do Rag https://scubadorag.com/ , to discuss how her products are unique to our industry and how retailers can make money selling her apparel. Suuz shares how environmentally friendly her company and products are and the inspirations for her unique and powerful designs. 🕐Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & Welcome 0:28 – Guest Introduction: Suz Mart...

Join us as we sit down with Jim Gunderson, CEO of Scuba Educators International (SEI), to discuss the agency’s roots in the historic YMCA program, their mission to create lifelong, confident divers, and how they support instructors with flexible, student-focused training. 🕐Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Welcome to Marketing Minutes 00:41 - Guest Introduction: Jim Gunderson, CEO of SEI / Scuba Educato...

Discover how the AquaSense Regulator from Aqua Lung is revolutionizing dive technology with its integrated computer and underwater communicator. In this special edition of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts Britain and William Cline interview Brent Beringhaus, Director of Aqua Lung Group Americas, about the groundbreaking AquaSense Regulator and Aqua Lung’s commitment to su...

This week on Marketing Minutes, we're joined by Cheryl Patterson, CEO of Deep Blue Adventures! Discover why dive shops must sell the lifestyle — not just gear — and how focusing on travel adventures can unlock serious long-term profits. Cheryl shares quick, actionable tips for transforming your store experience, boosting travel sales (even in tough economies), and why offering snorkeling trips cou...

Scuba mask anti-fog film that actually works—meet Fog X Solutions. In this special episode of Marketing Minutes by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, we talk with Carl Hamouche about the hydrophilic Fog X anti-fog film that keeps scuba and snorkel masks crystal clear, lasts 1+ year, and gives dive retailers a high-margin add-on with an easy dealer program. Whether you run a dive shop, teach courses,...

Scuba retail success starts with connection—and no one does it better than International Scuba in Dallas and Frisco, Texas. In this debut episode of Level Up: From Behind the Counter, we sit down with Rich Thomas and Jen Adams, two of the industry's most passionate dive professionals, to uncover how they’ve built one of the most engaged scuba communities in the U.S. 🕒 Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:0...

Get the latest trends in dive retailing, travel, training, and operations with Level Up, the official podcast of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine. In this episode, industry leaders break down key topics shaping dive businesses worldwide – from consumer behavior and sustainability to safety, training, and operations from the April 2026 issue. 🕐 Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Show Overview 01:28 – B...

Thinking of selling your scuba dive shop? Learn how Jeff Cinciripino, former owner of Scuba Shack in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, successfully planned and executed his dive shop sale—and how you can too. In this episode of Level Up: From Behind the Counter, Scuba Diving Industry Magazine publisher William Cline and co-host Britain Cline dive deep into the full journey from preparing the business for s...

Running a successful scuba dive shop takes more than just training and retail—it’s about customer service, travel programs, and long-term planning. In this episode of Level Up: From Behind the Counter, publisher William Cline and ad sales manager Britain Cline sit down with Steve Weaver, former owner of Weaver’s Dive & Travel Center and Dream Weaver Travel, to share his 40+ years of experience...

Get the latest trends in dive retailing, travel, training, and operations with Level Up, the official podcast of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine. In this episode, industry leaders break down key topics shaping dive businesses worldwide – from consumer behavior and sustainability to safety, fitness, and operations from the March 2026 issue. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Meet Michael & Rachel...

Dive Shop Marketing Tips for real-world retail growth from a shop that’s done it for 25 years. In this Level Up: From Behind the Counter episode by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, owner Bob Hathaway of Odyssey Scuba & Travel shares practical, repeatable systems any retailer can adopt. You’ll hear how an “unlimited” personal-gear bundle increased soft-goods sales, why education-first selling be...

Dive shop marketing tips are essential for retailers navigating today’s scuba industry. In this Level Up: From Behind the Counter episode from Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts Britain and William Cline sit down with Patrick Hammer, former dive shop owner, course director, nonprofit leader, and longtime contributor to the dive industry. 🕐Timestamps: 00:00 Intro – Level Up Hosts Britain &...

Dive retail success takes on new meaning at Divers Den Australia, one of the largest and most respected scuba operations in Australia. In this episode of Level Up: From Behind the Counter by Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, hosts Britain and William Cline sit down with Charlotte and Beto Barbosa, long-time dive pros whose journey has taken them from the Bahamas and St. Lucia to the heart of the Gre...