Marine Innovators Alliance Podcast

Host Swap - Innovation Discussion

Robert, our normal host, is asked to be a guest on the show and share his perspective on innovation. John Castelino is our guest host and engages Robert with great questions and discussions. Robert is a co-founder of Xanigo Marine who continues to innovate and is the Host of the Marine Innovators Podcast. http://www.xanigomarine.com

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Early Innovation & Dancing Lessons

Join in to see some really cool very early innovation in rod storage and movement back and forth to your boat. John and Myles will share what they have going on with Big Game Brackets and Orbit Haul. Two ingenious inventions to make serious fishermans lives easier. Stay around long enough on the show you just may see good 'ole boy John break it down like the best of em. Welcome to Season 2.

Getting Wild with Cruisin Tikis

In this episode of the Marine Innovators Alliance Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Spinella, founder of Cruisin Tikis St. Augustine. Ryan shares the story behind building one of Florida’s most recognizable on-water experiences—from the early concept to daily operations on the water. This conversation explores leadership, marine maintenance, customer experience, and the discipline required to run a fun business at a professional level. The Marine Innovators Alliance Podcast highlights the people shaping the future of marine business through creativity, systems, and execution. If you’re a boat owner, marine professional, or entrepreneur inspired by life on the water, this episode sets the tone for what’s ahead in the upcoming season. 🎧 New episodes spotlighting marine leaders, builders, and innovators—available here on Spotify.

Powering it up from the SS Minnow

We had a chance to talk with Whitney Hazouri Keller of Hazouri electric who is taking her father's innovative process of wiring docks to a whole new level. Whitney was a breath of fresh air with such a great positive attitude and understanding of her business. She looks to continue to expand Hazouri into additional markets and continue their success with the foundation her father built. Listen to Whitney give her background and explain more about her business.

No Computers...What? What?

Matt and Robert discuss the previous podcast with Phil from turning point propellers. Both of them were blown away that no computers are used in the development process. Old school innovation at it's finest.