In this episode:

Salt Life team members Molly Ware and Katherine Miller are on a mission to help Texas youth fall in love with surfing, swimming and all things water-related. In this episode, they discuss how they inspire kids to become active through surfing, and how to keep them motivated to continue pursuing their passions.

Topics discussed in this episode with Molly Ware and Katherine Miller:

·         Katherine and Molly’s background 

·         Challenges they face while teaching kids the importance of staying active

·         The importance of balance and coordination

·         Building confidence while staying humble

·         Instilling grit and determinization in their students

·         Overcoming challenges and sticking to their commitments 

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In this episode:

Salt Life team member Gabriella Gerbasi has a deep passion for conservation and sustainability. In this episode of Above and Below: a Salt Life podcast, she and Kieran discuss easy ways to live an environmentally conscious life, while protecting the ocean and its inhabitants. 

Topics discussed in this episode with Gabriella Gerbasi:

·         Gabriella’s background and how she lives the Salt Life

·         Challenges she faces when advocating for sustainability

·         Maintaining and restoring the ocean’s health 

·         Preventing the spread of marine litter

·         Tips to cut down on the use of single-use plastic 

·         Sustainable spearfishing

·         Reef-safe sunscreens and products

·         Raising awareness about conservation efforts

·         Ways to get involved with ocean sustainability initiatives 

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In this episode:

Host Kieran Anderson is joined by Salt Life team member April Zilg to discuss the Carolina Cup and her training regimen in preparation of the tournament. 

Topics discussed in this episode with April Zilg:

·         Carolina Cup

·         Preparing for the event

·         Diet and exercise changes 

·         Using music to get in the zone

·         April’s day of race routine

·         April’s determination and drive before and during the event 

·         Advice for competing in the Carolina Cup for the first time

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In this episode:

Salt Life team member Ashleigh Bennett joins Kieran Anderson to discuss all things shark diving including the species of shark species she typically dives with, safety measures and the difference between how pop culture portrays sharks and how she views them as an ocean enthusiast. 

Topics discussed in this episode with Ashleigh Bennett:

·         How Ashleigh got into shark diving

·         Best places to go shark diving in Florida 

·         Shark species that Ashleigh dives with

·         Typical depth of a shark dive

·         Best gear for shark diving

·         Colors and clothing that you should stay away from when diving

·         Perception of sharks in pop culture vs. actuality 

·         Advice for anyone shark diving for the first time

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In this episode:

Salt Life team member Jilian Navidonski joins Kieran Anderson to discuss getting her freediving certification, favorite freediving spots, and safety measures she takes each time she goes below the surface.

Topics discussed in this episode with Jilian Navidonski:

·         How Jilian got started freediving

·         Jilian’s favorite places to go freediving

·         The process of becoming certified

·         What Jilian learned while becoming certified

·         The importance of diving with a buddy

·         Go-to camera for capturing freedive adventures

·         Advice to a freediving novice, including how to get started

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In this episode:

Salt Life team member Lauren Landers joins Kieran Anderson to discuss her journey to finding the perfect liveaboard sailboat, the obstacles she’s overcome to get to where she is today, and the trips of a lifetime she offers aboard her vessel. 

Topics discussed in this episode with Lauren Landers:

·         How Lauren got into “Living the Salt Life”

·         Lauren’s dream to own her own sailboat while working aboard another boat

·         The extensive process of finding the perfect sailboat to buy

·         What type of sailboat she purchased

·         The obstacles she faced bringing the sailboat back to the United States

·         Services and experiences Lauren offers on her liveaboard sailboat

·         Where she typically operates her liveaboard sailboat

·         How to book a trip with Lauren 

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In this episode:

Salt Life team members Max Fleming and Ryder Devoe discuss the importance of water safety and the best ways to stay vigilant when in and on the water.

Topics discussed in this episode with Max Fleming and Ryder Devoe:

·         How Max and Ryder became lifeguards

·         Witnessing and responding to life threatening situations 

·         Important safety tips to remember while on the water

·         Water current safety

·         Freediving do’s and don’ts

·         Staying calm when facing a dangerous situation 

·         Lifeguard training

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In this episode:

Salt Life team members Jen Merchant and Kieran Anderson discuss shark tagging, its importance, and best practices to follow when tagging sharks and collecting data. 

Topics discussed in this episode with Jen Merchant:

·       How Jen got involved in the salt water fishing community

·       Shark tagging and how she got started in this industry 

·       Important tips to remember when tagging sharks

·       Best gear for shark tagging

·       How scientists and researchers use data collected from shark tagging

·       Different types of shark tagging

·       Bait and tackle suggestions 

·       Jen’s personal perception of sharks pre and post her time tagging sharks

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In this episode:

In this episode Salt Life Team Member Captain Skipper Gentry sits down with Kieran Anderson to share insider information on Bonefishing including tips, tricks and best practices.

Topics discussed in this episode with Skipper Gentry:

·       Typical bait used when targeting Bonefish

·       Bonefish season in the Bahamas

·       Best locations to target Bonefish

·       Tailing for Bonefish

·       Rod/reel combo used when Bonefishing

·       Bonefishing using jigs

·       Handling Billfish vs. Bonefish

·       Proper catch and release techniques 

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