Podcast D.Friel - Connected by Water

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. • @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai • #connectedbywater #podcast #scubadiving #adaptivediving #florida Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. • @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai • #connectedbywater #podcast #fishart #fishing #florida Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. • @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai @project_seasafe @theigfa • #connectedbywater #starbrite #TeamDoGooder #ProjectSeaSafe #olukai #seawardsystems #yakgear #igfa #podcast #floridapodcast #cleanwater #fishing #conservation #dfriel #dfrielart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Connected By Water, we sit down with two legendary figures in the South Florida fishing world - Captain Quinton “Capt Q” Dieterle and Captain Bric Peeples. Fresh off a massive victory, Capt Q breaks down the moment his team, Astra Sails, claimed the top spot at the 2026 Jimmy Johnson Quest for the Ring - making the tournament’s 15th anniversary in unforgettable. Widely known as the premier fishing tournament in South Florida, this win solidifies Q’s reputation as one of the most accomplished offshore tournament captains in the game. He walks us through the strategy, decisions, and key moments that led to their success. Joining him is returning guest Captain Bric Peeples, tournament director of the Quest for the Ring and a longtime friend of Quinton’s dating back to their college days. Together, they share behind-the-scenes insight into the tournament, along with plenty of hilarious and memorable stories from years on and off the water. • @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai @project_seasafe • #connectedbywater #starbrite #TeamDoGooder #ProjectSeaSafe #olukai #seawardsystems #yakgear #podcast #floridapodcast #cleanwater #mangroves #conservation #SaveFlorida #longlivetheeverglades #dfriel #dfrielart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary angler and TV personality Peter Miller joins Dennis Friel on the Connected By Water Podcast to talk fishing, adventure, and the mindset behind building a life on the water. From his iconic shows Bass2Billfish to Uncharted Waters, Peter shares stories about growing up fishing in New York and Miami, tournament fishing on Get Lit, conservation and philanthropy, getting chased by dogs — and everything in between. It’s a wide-ranging, inspiring conversation about passion, purpose, and living a life truly connected by water. Watch, listen, and subscribe — and be sure to join Peter and Dennis April 23rd-27th in Grant-Valkaria, FL for the 2026 Star brite Project SeaSafe Collective, a comprehensive, immersive outdoor and in-water experience designed to educate, inspire, and make a real impact on our environment. • @connectedbywater @starbrite_com @seawardsystems @yakgear @olukai @project_seasafe • #connectedbywater #starbrite #TeamDoGooder #ProjectSeaSafe #olukai #seawardsystems #yakgear #podcast #floridapodcast #cleanwater #mangroves #fishing #saltwaterfishing #offshorefishing #PeterMiller #UncharteredWaters #BigGameFishing #Sportfishing #conservation #SaveFlorida #dfriel #dfrielart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices