December 2025 | Level UP Podcast

The first Level Up episode of 2026 brings together an exceptional group of writers from Scuba Diving Industry Magazine to examine scuba diving industry trends shaping dive retail, travel, training, safety, technology, and sustainability. Hosted by Greg Holt of Scuba Radio (https://scubaradio.com/) and William Cline, Publisher of Scuba Diving Industry Magazine, the conversation spans redefining diver qualification, inclusive leadership, new revenue streams, innovative gear design, domestic and international travel opportunities, youth engagement, fitness integration, and conservation-driven purpose. Level Up bridges the magazine and the marketplace, delivering practical, experience-based insight dive professionals can put to work immediately.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & 2026 Kickoff01:25 – Dan Orr: Experience vs Certification06:48 – Women in Diving & Leadership12:28 – DEMA Do-Over Strategies16:22 – Kids Gear & Family Retention21:05 – From Instructor to Owner25:07 – Philippines Dive Travel29:57 – Regulator Innovation34:43 – New Retailer Advantage38:31 – Vendor Transitions43:06 – Fitness & Dive Shops47:57 – College & University Programs53:25 – Florida Wreck Diving1:00:47 – Diving With a Purpose1:07:10 – What’s Coming Next Month📌 Subscribe & Follow Us:🌐 Website: https://scubadivingindustry.com📘 Facebook | 📸 Instagram | 💼 LinkedIn | 🎥 YouTube🎙 Podcast produced by ScubaRadio & Cline Group#ScubaPodcast #DiveIndustry #ScubaMarketing #DiveShopBusiness #EcoDiving #ScubaTravel #LevelUpPodcast #ScubaDivingIndustryMagazine #SustainableDiving #ScubaPros