Episode 236 – Nick Derutter DiveSAGA - underwater filmmaker, explorer & technical diver

In this episode Gemma and Ian chat to **Nick Derutter.** ***Nick Derutter is an award-winning underwater filmmaker, explorer, and technical diver from Belgium. Through his filmmaking and his DiveSAGA platform, he has spent the past decade documenting some of the world's most challenging caves, shipwrecks, and remote dive sites.*** *His work combines technical diving, exploration, and cinematic storytelling to bring underwater environments to audiences who may never have the chance to experience them themselves. His films have reached millions of viewers through YouTube and social media, and he has worked with leading brands across the diving and underwater filmmaking industries.* *Nick also trains diving instructors and technical divers and is the creator of the DiveSAGA Underwater Filmmaking Masterclass, where he teaches divers and filmmakers how to turn their underwater footage into compelling cinematic stories.* *Based in Honduras but spending much of his time travel**l**ing for diving and filmmaking projects, Nick is passionate about exploration, storytelling, and showing the world what lies beneath the surface.* www.divesaga.com   We also talk about Gemmas Freediving course with Aquacity Freediving Put GuzTech in your diaries and buy your tickets GuzTech Fancy diving around Lundy Island … Look up our friends at Lundy Diving   The BiG Scuba Podcast is proudly supported by Narked at 90 – "Beyond Technical." Whether you're new to diving or thinking about moving into tech, they can help guide you with the best kit and advice. 💬 We'd love your feedback! Leave us a ★★★★★ review, share with your dive buddies, and get in touch via our socials or at [mailto:thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com](mailto:thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com)   👉 **Check out our affiliate links and stores:**   Stream2Sea – use our code BIGSCUBA Circular & Co – use our code BIGSCUBA Insta360 Store – use our code BIGSCUBA Waterhaul link Stream to Sea McConks - use our code THEBIGSCUBA2026 Amazon Store Patreon – support the show and keep us diving! Auto-Trail - Discover the new collection from the UK's leading motorhome and campervan manufacturer.   **📲 Follow us on socials:** Instagram: @thebigscuba Facebook: @thebigscuba LinkedIn: Ian 🦈 Last 🌐 Website: www.thebigscuba.com   🎧 Listen to The BiG Scuba Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and all major platforms. ISSN: 2752-6127