Join us as renowned marine and wildlife artist, Dennis Friel gets connected with some of the biggest and most interesting names from wild Florida and beyond. Connected By Water® is all about the community, culture and life of being bound to a love for the outdoors. Quite simply, this podcast celebrates that lifestyle and promotes the protection, preservation and conservation our natural resources for sportsman to enjoy for generations to come.
On this episode of Connected By Water®, we sit down with Joe Grote and Alan Frye from Scuba 4 Good, along with Katie Anderson, Events Manager for City of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, to discuss the incredible impact adaptive diving is having across South Florida.
Scuba 4 Good’s mission is to make adaptive diving more accessible for adults, children, and veterans living with disabilities by partnering with local dive shops, instructors, and nonprofit organizations. Since 2016, the Scuba 4 Good Music Festival, held in collaboration with Lauderdale-by-the-Sea’s annual “Dive Into Summer” event, has become the largest fundraising effort supporting adaptive diving in South Florida.
Joe, Alan, and Katie share the story behind the organization, the growth of the festival, and why this partnership means so much to the community. This episode highlights the power of connection, community support, and giving more people the opportunity to experience the underwater world.
Please listen, watch, and subscribe to help support the amazing work Scuba 4 Good continues to do for those who need it most.
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1 May 2026
Who's The Boat Boss? | Kim Sweers | Episode 219
On this episode of Connected By Water®, we sit down with the one and only “Boat Boss,” Kim Sweers who is the driving force behind FB Marine Group, one of the most successful Contender Boats dealerships on the planet!
Kim shares her journey as a powerhouse in South Florida’s marine industry, where she’s not only built a successful business and social media following, but also become a passionate advocate for women by making sure they always have a seat at the table. Her leadership extends beyond business, championing boater safety, conservation, and a thriving Blue Economy.
As a breast cancer survivor, Kim brings a renewed, powerful perspective on life, purpose, and giving back. She embodies the Connected By Water® lifestyle through using her voice, influence, and heart to make a lasting impact on the community and the waterways we all love.
This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and living with intention on and off the water.
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27 Mar 2026
Getting Schooled with IGFA | Zack Bellapigna | Episode 218
On this episode of Connected By Water, we welcome back one of our favorite guests — Zack Bellpinga from the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). Zack serves as the IGFA’s Angler Recognition Manager and brings an incredible depth of expertise when it comes to fishing and fish species from around the world. He truly has a passion for educating anglers and growing the sport the right way.
In this episode, we dive into one of IGFA’s newest initiatives — the IGFA School of Sport Fishing. This program is designed to help newcomers get started in offshore fishing with a strong foundation, teaching them not only the basics but also how to fish responsibly and ethically.
As always, Zack makes complex topics easy to understand and enjoyable to learn. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just getting your feet wet, this episode offers valuable insight into the future of sport fishing and how organizations like the IGFA are shaping it.
Zack has become a great friend of the show, and we’re always fired up to have him on. We’re looking forward to many more episodes together as we continue to celebrate the lifestyle, conservation, and community that keep us all Connected By Water.
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#connectedbywater #starbrite #TeamDoGooder #ProjectSeaSafe #olukai #seawardsystems #yakgear #igfa #podcast #floridapodcast #cleanwater #fishing #conservation #dfriel #dfrielart
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