Dive Deeper: Building LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces Beneath the Surface with Chris Winkle

What if the safest place to be yourself… wasn’t on land?In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken sits down with Chris Winkle, the force behind Undersea Expeditions, a global LGBTQ+ dive travel company that’s been quietly building something far more powerful than vacations: community, safety, and belonging—underwater.This isn’t just about scuba.It’s about:🌈 Why LGBTQ+ travelers still need safe spaces—even today🦈 The truth about diving (and why sharks aren’t the scary part)🌍 Traveling to places that don’t fully accept you—and why it still matters🤝 How “found family” forms when you put people in extraordinary environments💥 The evolution from rejection (“we don’t want your group”) to demand (“please bring your group”)🌊 How the ocean becomes a level playing field—where identity fades and connection deepensYou’ll also get a real behind-the-scenes look at how these trips work—from beginner divers to hardcore liveaboard experiences (yes, 4 dives a day), and how even total newbies can safely enter the world of scuba.And if you’ve ever thought:“I want adventure… but I want to feel safe doing it.”This episode is for you.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://pridenomad.com/