The BiG Scuba Podcast

The BiG Scuba Podcast is a new, independent podcast dedicated to all things diving and ocean related. Its hosted by two friends, Ian, and Gemma. Our aim is to provide a light hearted podcast for all levels of divers and also non-divers with a view to encouraging the non-divers to consider entering the water. We hope to bring you current dive and marine related news and information with the added BIG twist. Give us a listen and get inspired about all things scuba.

Episode 218 Reflections of 2025 01/05/2026

Episode 217 Jason Pritchard 12/22/2025

Episode 217 Jason Pritchard This week on The BiG Scuba Podcast, Gemma and Ian chat to Jason Pritchard. Adventure has always been at the heart of who Jason is. Ever since His first dive back in 2009, he has been captivated by the mysteries of the ocean — from uncovering hidden wrecks to exploring the unknown. What started as curiosity soon became a calling. By 2018, Jason had earned his certification as a professional instructor, and today, as a PADI Course Director. He is very proud to help shape the next generation of divers through calm, safety-first guidance and real-world experience. For Jason, shipwrecks are the ultimate adventure. Each one tells a story, a blend of history, danger, and discovery frozen in time beneath the waves. Diving isn’t just a pastime; it’s stepping into another world, one where every shadow might hold a secret waiting to be found. In 2022, he faced his toughest challenge yet: a life-threatening bend caused by a PFO. That experience could have ended his diving journey, but instead, it reshaped it. It taught him discipline, patience, and a deep sense of gratitude for every single dive he makes. These days, Jason is diving deeper, exploring legendary wrecks like Scapa Flow, advancing his technical diving, and preparing for the next frontier: rebreathers. Jason recently become Sidemount qualified, adding another level of flexibility and efficiency to his dives. Beneath the waves, Jason finds peace, focus, and an endless sense of wonder. No matter how far he travels or how deep he explores, Jason will never lose sight of the simple joy of discovery. Every puddle, big or small, holds its own adventure. That spirit of curiosity keeps Jason pushing boundaries, chasing secrets, and living the ultimate underwater journey. Social Media Links Insta/Tiktok @jason_inthe_argonaut , Insta @themidlandsidc, FB @Jason Pritchard The BiG Scuba Podcast is proudly supported by – “Beyond Technical.” Whether you’re new to diving or thinking about moving into tech, they can help guide you with the best kit and advice.💬 We’d love your feedback! Leave us a ★★★★★ review, share with your dive buddies, and get in touch via our socials or at 👉 Check out our affiliate links and stores: – use our code BIGSCUBA use our code THEBIGSCUBA2025 – support the show and keep us diving! 📲 Follow us on socials: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: 🌐 Website: 🎧 Listen to The BiG Scuba Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and all major platforms. ISSN: 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/39485990

Episode 216 Midlands Dive Chamber 12/08/2025

Episode 215 West Coast Diving Scott Divitt 11/24/2025

Episode 215 West Coast Diving Scott Divitt This week on The BiG Scuba Podcast, Gemma and Ian sit down with Scott Divitt, owner of West Coast Diving in Irvine, Ayrshire, Scotland. His whole life has been about the water. It started as a kid, messing about with boats and sailing, which led him straight into the Royal Navy after secondary school. After leaving the navy Scott started working as an ROV Pilot, and now works freelance as an ROV Supervisor. He gets paid to drive robots and manage operations in tough marine environments! On the fun side, Scott is a massive fan of diving, especially sidemount. He is a RAID Instructor for both regular and sidemount diving, and loves showing people what an amazing underwater world we have. When Scott is not teaching or guiding super-yacht dives on Scotland’s west coast, he ca be found in the workshop. Thanks to his long engineering background, he expertly handles the technical side of the business, testing cylinders and servicing dive gear. Scotts background gives his a pretty unique take on diving. Whether it's the high-tech demands of his day job or teaching a new diver, it all comes back to a lifelong love for the ocean. To find out more follow Scott here: Gemma and Ian have a catch up before chatting to Scott and cover the new attraction at Stoney Cove, a train carriage that will be sunk to a depth of 22 meters. We had the pleasure of attending the Ocean Film Festival at the UEA in Norwich and you can read more about the films we saw here : We are also excited about our visit to and going on a dry dive as well as talking to the team about the importance of the facility. We also talk about the 52 litre Adventure Kit Box from Waterhaul and how useful it will be for diving gear. Take a look here : The BiG Scuba Podcast is proudly supported by – “Beyond Technical.” Whether you’re new to diving or thinking about moving into tech, they can help guide you with the best kit and advice. 💬 We’d love your feedback! Leave us a ★★★★★ review, share with your dive buddies, and get in touch via our socials or at 👉 Check out our affiliate links and stores: – use our code BIGSCUBA use our code THEBIGSCUBA2025 – support the show and keep us diving! 📲 Follow us on socials: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: 🌐 Website: 🎧 Listen to The BiG Scuba Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and all major platforms. ISSN: 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/39139095

Episode 214 James Soos Dive with Jimmy 11/10/2025

Episode 213 Nick Schiller – Sidemount Diver and WW2 Whaleback Boat Recovery 10/27/2025

Episode 212 Jo Moseley 10/13/2025

Episode 211 Diving in the Farne Islands 09/22/2025

Episode 210 Our adventures in Lundy & under Swanage Pier 09/01/2025

Episode 209 The BiG Auto-Trail road trip and diving adventures 08/18/2025

Episode 208 Barry McGill Technical Diver & Deep Wreck Photographer 07/28/2025

Episode 208 Barry McGill Technical Diver & Deep Wreck Photographer The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Barry McGill. Barry McGill is a deep wreck photographer and CCR instructor trainer with Indepth Technical. His main area of focus is exploration of deep-water shipwrecks around the Irish coastline, and he has been fortunate enough to discover and explore many significant previously undiscovered shipwrecks. Exploring iconic shipwrecks such as the R.M.S. Justicia, H.M.S. Audacious and R.M.S. Lusitania has left a significant impression on Barry, which helped develop his desire to discover and explore shipwrecks. Barry aims to share his passion for shipwreck exploration by capturing and sharing his images of many previously unphotographed shipwrecks including R.M.S. Amazon, H.M.S. Viknor and H.M.S. D6. Barry has also been part of many international shipwreck expeditions, most recently in September 2021 where he formed part of an international team of divers who undertook the first internal exploration of HMHS Britannic which lies in 120 m of water in the Kea Channel in Greece. This expedition was funded by the Explorers Club and aimed to document key internal elements of the ship which had never been accessed by divers previously. The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via our media links or email Take a look at the Insta3620 Store and use our affiliate link BIGSUCBA We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/37548885

Episode 207 James Neal Technical Diver & Brand Ambassador 07/13/2025

Episode 207 James Neal Technical Diver & Brand Ambassador The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to James Neal. James has been passionate about scuba diving and the aquatic realm since childhood, having grown up watching Jacques Cousteau on TV, along with Robinson Crusoe, Stingray and such like. He suffered a subarachnoid Haemorrhage, grade 4 bleed on the brain, fatal in 80% of cases and was told he would never dive again! That was almost 12 years and over 1,200 dives ago! Unfortunately, he has experienced stigmatism and discrimination because of his haemorrhage ever since! He is an IDC Staff Instructor, soon to be Master Instructor and a technical diver, hypoxic trimix and full cave trained cave diver. James has recently taken on the role of Brand Ambassador for Narked at 90 that compliments his role as brand ambassador for Sea & Sea Ltd representing the Huish Outdoors brands in the UK, which are: Atomic Aquatics, BARE, Hollis, Oceanic, Stahlsac & Zeagle. Facebook: Instagram: TikTok: Website: The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via our media links or email Take a look at the Insta3620 Store and use our affiliate link BIGSUCBA We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/37390240

Episode 206 Stuart Douglas Mine Clearance Diver 06/30/2025

Episode 206 Stuart Douglas Mine Clearance Diver The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Stuart Douglas. Stuart is an experienced mine clearance diver who served in the Royal Navy from 1982 to 1997, initially as an electronics apprentice before becoming a Ship's Diver. He later became a Royal Navy Clearance Diver, specializing in explosive ordnance disposal and supporting UK Special Forces in maritime counter-terrorism roles. He tells us about being a PADI instructor and his up coming 209 mile ultramarathon across Iceland from North to South. The Great Norse Run that he is doing with his wife. He is raising money for The Royal Navy Clearance Divers' Association Charity Facebook: Great Norse Run : The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via our media links or email Take a look at the Insta3620 Store and use our affiliate link INRAI8S We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/37209465

Episode 205 Hollie Teggart Sidemount & Technical Diver 06/17/2025

Episode 204 Dominic Robinson Deep Wreck Diver 06/03/2025

Episode 203 Emma Brian Dive Confident 05/19/2025

Episode 203 Emma Brian Dive Confident The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Emma Biran. Emma is a PADI Staff Instructor, therapeutic counsellor and mental health professional. Emma has merged these professions into a unique program called Self Confident Diver, which has been endorsed by PADI as a distinctive programme. The programme offers coaching and counselling sessions specifically designed for individuals who experience anxiety or panic when scuba diving. Throughout her career, she has witnessed numerous individuals lose confidence in their diving abilities due to past experiences and anxiety. The Dive Confident mission is to enable individuals to build resilience and restore confidence. www.self-confident-diver.com The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via our media links or email Take a look at the Insta3620 Store and use our affiliate link INRAI8S We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/36613510

Episode 202 Rob Colley Thrival Instinct 05/05/2025

Episode 202 Rob Colley Thrival Instinct The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Rob Colley. Rob Colley is a former Royal Marine and Specialist Military Unit (SMU) operator with over 23 years of elite experience leading and performing in some of the world’s most extreme environments on land and under the sea. Awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for Gallantry, Rob spent much of his military career operating in high-pressure, high-stakes scenarios that demanded total focus, resilience, and leadership under stress. Following his transition from military service, Rob turned his attention to human performance and recovery, serving as Director of Elite Performance & Training at DEEP Research Labs developing protocols to prepare scientists and explorers for extended subsea missions. Today, Rob is the founder of Thrival Instinct and the creator of the Thrival Instinct Method for Inner Mastery a powerful system that blends breathwork, mindset training, and performance psychology. His approach helps military personnel, veterans, corporate leaders, and high performers break free from survival mode and reconnect with clarity, resilience, and purpose. Through retreats, coaching, and digital programs, Rob now helps others build inner strength and live with intention—especially those who’ve faced extreme environments of their own, whether physical, mental, or emotional. Website: The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via our media links or email thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/36425790

Episode 201 Simon Mills Inside the Britannic 04/20/2025

Episode 201 Simon Mills Inside the Britannic The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Simon Mills. In August 1996, the wreck of HMHS Britannic was bought by renowned maritime historian, Simon Mills. Simon is a long-standing camera technician in the UK film industry. During his career he has also researched numerous documentaries on historical and maritime subjects, and is a published author on all three Olympic-class ships. The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . This episode is sponsored by Sports Financial Services They are specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations. Contact them for a free quoteation. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/36235670

Episode 200 Rob Hinton Hold Fast Challenges 03/24/2025

Episode 200 Rob Hinton Hold Fast Challenges The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Rob Hinton. Rob Hinton is the founder of the Hold Fast Challenges, a unique, hugely exciting, and rewarding outdoor challenge experience, based on Rob's former career as a Royal Navy Mine Clearance Diver. A former competitive swimmer, he has spent most of his life in the water, or under it. Robs introduction to diving began in 1999 in South Africa, where he learnt to Scuba Dive in CapeTown. A 22 year career in diving, which saw him serve as a Royal Navy Mine Clearance and Bomb Disposal Diver, a Commercial Diver in the oil and gas world, and a Military Diving Instructor worldwide, began! In 2021 he set up the Hold Fast Challenges, with a mission to use his experiences in diving, and the mindset involved, to inspire people to get things done in an ultra positive, and community based way. https://www.holdfastchallenge.com/ The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . This episode is sponsored by Sports Financial Services They are specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations. Contact them for a free quoteation. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/35828450

Episode 199 Osama Gobara Cave Diving Explorer 03/10/2025

Episode 199 Osama Gobara Cave Diving Explorer The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Osama Gobara. Originally from Austria, Osama has a profound passion for the subterranean realm and aquatic ecosystems It has driven him to pursue a career as a cave diving explorer and instructor as well as working offshore too. When not immersed in cave exploration or mentoring fellow cave divers, he extends his surveying expertise to offshore activities, specializing in deepwater ROV-based remote sensing and seabed mapping for offshore wind farm projects worldwide. Social media and website links. https://www.facebook.com/os.gobara The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . This episode is sponsored by Sports Financial Services They are specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations. Contact them for a free quoteation. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/35594165

Episode 198 Last Breath The Directors Cut 02/28/2025

Episode 198 Last Breath The Directors Cut Gemma and Ian were invited to the pre-release press screening of Last Breath prior to its public release in late February 2025. It’s a heart-pounding film that follows seasoned deep-sea divers as they battle the raging elements to rescue their crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface. Based on a true story, Last Breath is an electrifying story about teamwork, resilience, and a race against time to do the impossible. Gemma and Ian then interviewed Alex Parkinson, director/co-writer and David Brooks, co-writer/producer about the filming. Also included is our conversation with the real life diver who is central to the film, Chris Lemons. Watch here : https://www.youtube.com/@TheBiGScuba/videos The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . This episode is sponsored by Sports Financial Services They are specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations. Contact them for a free quoteation. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/35483720

Episode 197 Lisa Blair Solo Sailor, Explorer and Climate Activist 02/17/2025

Episode 197 Lisa Blair Solo Sailor, Explorer and Climate Activist The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Lisa Blair. Lisa is an Australian Adventurer, Climate Activist, Author, Speaker and Multi-World Record holding sailor. On May 25th, 2022, Lisa achieved her latest milestone by becoming the fastest person to sail solo, non-stop, and unassisted around Antarctica, shaving 10 days off the previous record. During this record-setting journey, Lisa seized the opportunity to amplify her message of Climate Action Now and collaborated with a number of scientific organizations such as the Bureau of Meteorology, the Australian Institute of Marine Science, and the Seabed 2030 project. Lisa's commitment to ocean health was evident as she deployed eight weather drifter buoys, one A.R.G.O research float, collected round-the-clock ocean health readings, and gathered over 180 microplastic samples, all while braving the perils of the world's most treacherous ocean for an astounding 92 days. Through her partnership with Ocean Ops, Lisa's expedition earned recognition as a United Nations Decade of Ocean Science initiative. Social media and website links. Find out more about Climate Action Now and Lisa's journey at Follow Lisa on Instagram The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . This episode is sponsored by Sports Financial Services They are specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations. Contact them for a free quoteation. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★ review, and tell your friends and share and like, it all makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/35300710

Episode 196 Luke Bullus Diving Officer at Fathoms Free 02/03/2025

Episode 196 Luke Bullus Diving Officer at Fathoms Free The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Luke Bullus. Luke Bullus is the Diving Officer and a trustee of the marine conservation charity Fathoms Free. Fathoms Free is a group of experienced volunteer divers and skippers committed to protecting marine wildlife and the environment. They focus on removing ALDFG (abandoned, lost, or otherwise discarded fishing gear) and other marine debris from the coastal waters of Cornwall and Devon. ALDFG, often referred to as "ghost gear", continues to "fish" by entangling, trapping, and killing wildlife indiscriminately. Since its inception in 2014, Fathoms Free has led initiatives to remove these hazardous materials from the ocean, preventing further damage to the marine environment. The charity also collaborates with and supports other organisations by using its boats and experienced skippers to assist with conservation efforts that contribute to a cleaner, safer ocean for everyone. Over the past decade, Fathoms Free has become a leading advocate for healthier oceans, inspiring collective action to protect marine ecosystems for future generations. Luke is passionate about the marine environment and dedicates most of his free time to ghost gear recovery operations and ocean conservation. Social media and website links. The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/35114940

Episode 195 Sports Financial Services - Specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations 01/20/2025

Episode 195 Sports Financial Services - Specialists in arranging life insurance for active sports and hazardous occupations The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian visit Sports Financial Services to discuss the importance of Life Insurance for scuba divers as well as anyone else. We chat to Harvey and James about the business and their bespoke and personal service for anyone wishing to discuss Life Insurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover. Sports Financial specialises in providing tailored insurance solutions for individuals involved in high-risk and extreme sports, such as Scuba Diving and other active sports and hazardous occupation. Recognising the added risks of injury, accident, or even death, they offer specialised life cover, critical illness protection, and income protection designed specifically for those with non-standard insurance needs. They are experts who you can trust so that your unique lifestyle is protected, giving you peace of mind. Whether you’re looking for comprehensive coverage or seeking to safeguard your financial future against the unexpected, Sports Financial Services understand the nuances of high-risk activities and deliver policies that truly meet your needs. Get your free quote today by calling 0345 565 0935 or send an email https://sports-fs.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/sportinsureuk https://www.instagram.com/sportsfinancialservices/ The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements . We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/34910965

Episode 194 The BiG Scuba Reflections 01/12/2025

Episode 193 Edward Askham Spencer Commercial Diver and Magician 12/16/2024

Episode 193 Edward Askham Spencer Commercial Diver and Magician The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Edward Askham Spencer. Edward has a spirit for competition and adventure that has drawn him across the world and back again. His fiancé would say he is married to the sea. Before Ed deployed to Afghanistan as a Paratrooper in 2008 he went to Andark his local dive shop on the south coast of England to do his Padi open water. This ignited a passion for the sea that saw him defending ships from pirates and then to become a professional air and saturation diver. He is a coded wet welder, inspection diver, experienced subsea Burner, DMT, Rigger, Shipwright and joiner. On top of that he is a professional speaker and after Dinner Entertainer. His adventures continue….. Social Meda: Other items discussed in the podcast: Across the Maldives The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements There is currently a code for you to use for purchases and the code is BIGSCUBA2024. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/34456585

Episode 192 Sophie Heptonstall BSAC Head of Diving and Training 12/02/2024

Episode 192 Sophie Heptonstall BSAC Head of Diving and Training The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Sophie Heptonstall. Sophie was introduced to diving by her dad, grandad and uncle who were diving in the UK. She did a PADI Discover Scuba abroad at twelve years old and then PADI Open Water Course at Stoney Cove. At university in Wales Sophie joined the university BSAC Club and continued her diver grade training and instructor training in the club with BSAC but completed other agency specialty courses with TDI and IANTD and worked as a PADI Divemaster in the UK at weekends for a few years. Sophie then had opportunities to dive abroad – Caribbean, Red Sea, Maldives and Truk Lagoon. In 2004 Sophie became a BSAC Instructor Trainer and in 2005 was asked to be the Communications Advisor on the BSAC National Diving Committee and a few years later was elected onto BSAC Council. In 2015 she was elected as BSAC National Diving Officer, the youngest person to hold the post. Sophie is a CCR Mod 3 diver and CCR Instructor and have also held the BSAC positions of Tech Lead, First Class Diver Chief Examiner and National Instructor Chief Examiner. All these previous roles were volunteer roles but in March 2024 her hobby became a full time job taking in the BSAC employed role of Head of Diving and Training. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-heptonstall-82a44925/ The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements There is currently a code for you to use for purchases and the code is BIGSCUBA2024. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/34220180

Episode 191 Aniela Martin – Offshore Hydrographic Surveyor and Scuba Diver 11/18/2024

Episode 191 Aniela Martin – Offshore Hydrographic Surveyor and Scuba Diver The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Aniela Martin. Aniela Martin is a scuba diver and an offshore hydrographic surveyor, working as part of a large team out at sea mapping the seabed and collecting geological information. Aniela has a deep passion for the underwater world that began after her first ever scuba dive whilst on holiday as a teenager. Having just finished high school she wasn’t sure what career path to take but her first adventure into the underwater world sparked a passion and strong curiosity for all things in the sea. Aniela went on to study Oceanography at Southampton university and during her studies became a PADI divemaster, working the summer breaks at a dive centre in Southern Italy. Aniela has been working as a hydrographic surveyor for three years now which involves mapping the seabed for various scopes such as scientific research, projects concerning green energy installations- wind farms, and communication links. Most of the projects she works on involve the use of ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles) which use cutting edge technology allowing high resolution data, especially in deep water. Aniela’s passion, aside from the underwater world is communication - Being able to convey her love for the big blue. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aniela-martin-634070171/ The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements There is currently a code for you to use for purchases and the code is BIGSCUBA2024. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/33960167

Episode 190 Georgina Miller UK Freedive National Champion 11/04/2024

Episode 190 Georgina Miller UK Freedive National Champion The BiG Scuba Duo, Gemma and Ian chat to Georgina Miller. Aquacity Freedivng is based at Porthkerris dive centre in Cornwall. It is run by UK freedive national champion Georgina Miller, who is an SSI FD instructor trainer and her husband Daan Verhoeven, a well-known freediving photographer. Facebook Instagram You tube Website The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90. “Beyond Technical” Narked at 90 If you are thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements There is currently a code for you to use for purchases and the code is BIGSCUBA2024. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast. Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone +44 7810 005924 or use our social media platforms. To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram @thebigscuba We are on Facebook @thebigscuba We are in LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian%F0%9F%A6%88-last-325b101b7/ The BiG Scuba Website Amazon Store : Visit and subscribe - Super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you. 🎧You can listen to the BiG Scuba Podcast on all major podcast platforms including …. iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify and Stitcher 😀. ISSN Number 2752-6127 /episode/index/show/thebigscubapodcast/id/33756362

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