HeyJaredAwkward Watersport Guys Podcast
What do you get when you combine wild and wondrous watersports with experts in the industry, and then put it on a captivating podcast? The Awkward Watersport Guys!
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From Arival to AI: The Biggest Challenges Facing Watersports Operators Ft. Bruce Rosard - Episode #220 (opens the original)
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In this episode, the guys sit down with Bruce Rosard, Co-Founder of Arival. They dive into the biggest challenges and opportunities facing water sports operators today, coming straight out of Arival 2026 in Spokane. Kevin, Greg, and their guests discuss the growing influence of OTAAs like Viator and GetYourGuide, the importance of protecting margins and owning the customer relationship, and why building a strong direct to consumer sales strategy is more critical than ever. They also explore t...
Stop Selling Boat Rides: How Sandbar Joe’s Built an Experience-First Business - Episode #219 (opens the original)
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In this episode, the guys sit down with Joe Gratz, founder of Sandbar Joe’s, to break down how he built a modern, experience-first charter business in New Jersey by putting social media, hospitality, and customer experience at the center of the brand. Joe shares how he uses TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to drive real bookings, why niche experiences can outperform traditional boat tours, and the challenges that come with scaling a business without losing its personality. The convers...
From Rentals to Recurring Revenue: The Elevated Boat Club Story - Episode #218 (opens the original)
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In this episode, the guys sit down with Chris Rozzo of Elevated Boat Club to break down what it really takes to build and operate a successful boat club in a challenging market like Lake Tahoe. Chris shares his journey from jet ski rentals to launching a membership based boat club, along with the lessons he’s learned about recurring revenue, pricing, member churn, marina costs, fleet management, and competing in an increasingly consolidated industry. The conversation also explores the rise of...
From Dirt Floors to Building Boats for the Biggest Operators, The A&M Story - Episode #217 (opens the original)
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In this episode, the guys sit down with John Hemken, CEO and owner of A&M Manufacturing, and Angela Owen, COO, for an inside look at the business of building commercial boats for watersport and tourism operators. John shares the incredible story of taking over A&M during a period of financial and operational turmoil and turning it into a respected manufacturer of COI vessels, while Angela explains how the company has built systems and a team designed to scale without relying on a sing...
A New Name, The Same Mission - Episode #216 (opens the original)
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In this episode, the Awkward Watersport Guys officially becomes Kevin and Greg Live, after 5 incredible years. In this milestone episode, Kevin and Greg share why they rebranded, how a podcast that started as a fun side project evolved into a thriving media company, and what's next for the community they've built. They discuss the realities of entrepreneurship, balancing business with family, avoiding burnout, and why authenticity remains the foundation of everything they do. You'll also get ...
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