In this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast, Gemma and Ian catch up with a former guest, Autum Blum. She is the founder of Stream2Sea and a passionate diver, cosmetic chemist and ocean advocate.
Autumn shares the story behind Stream2Sea and the moment a dive in Palau made her question what we were putting into our oceans through sunscreens, shampoos and personal care products.
We chat about reef-safe claims, aquatic toxicity, marine-friendly ingredients, sustainable packaging and why reading the ingredients on your sunscreen really matters. Autumn also talks about her passion for diving, shark diving, technical diving, the Women Divers Hall of Fame and her hopes to experience UK cold-water diving.
A fascinating conversation about diving, science and protecting the water we love.
Whether you are already a diver, a keen snorkeler or simply curious about exploring beneath the surface, this episode is packed with inspiration and a reminder of why we love the ocean and the amazing community that surrounds it.
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