Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast

Written by Mike Mason for X-ray Magazine. January 2022Mike Mason is an experienced military fighter pilot and a passionate diver, having dived as far north as Iceland and as far south as New Zealand. Through his entire flying career, Mike has lived and breathed Human Factors, and as he became more involved with diving teams, instruction, and supervision, he believed the diving world could benefit from his experience and knowledge, so he joined the Human Diver team. The Human Diver team's mission is to enable better divers, and they do this by empowering divers with knowledge and practice of Human Factors to improve their diving performance, enjoyment, and safety.Article:https://xray-mag.com/content/be-better-divemaster-apply-human-factorsLinks:https://xray-mag.com/https://www.thehumandiver.com/https://www.facebook.com/mike.mason.75491https://www.instagram.com/thehumandiveraustralia/

Written by Xiangfei Kong. April 2025.Xiangfei Kong is a Technical and Full Cave Diver residing in Austin, Texas. He has trained with multiple agencies, including PADI, UTD, and GUE. In recent years, he has developed a passion for capturing images in the aquatic environment.Article:https://scubaboard.com/community/threads/2025-april-1-7-with-palau-siren.658182/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thepoolisopen/https://www.instagram.com/feifei_capture/

Inspiration has a chaotic nature. Never has it been linked to things like routine or consistency; never has it informed you of its itinerary. It shows up in the most unexpected moments. A not-so-pleasant start to a holiday would lead Curtis Connor to have a chance encounter with inspiration. An encounter that would reunite him with an activity from his past. Deadfoot Diver Podcast, adaptive diving, mental and physical benefits of diving, the journey back to the aquatic environment, treasure hunting, and much more. Please enjoy.  Recorded in January 2025YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DeadfootdiverFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/curtis.connor.71

The most difficult journeys bear the most fulfilling rewards. In the beginning, scuba diving was a challenging endeavor for Alex Dimasacat. In his determination to overcome, he has developed a passion and dedication to this sport. This passion has now become a family pastime. The challenges, the rewards, the unforgettable moments he can now share with those closest to him. The wrecks of Subic Bay, beautiful reefs of Anilao, demanding dive sites of Singapore, courses with loved ones, the art of relaxation, and much more. Please enjoy.Recorded in January 2025Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/alejandrooo.mov/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alex.dimasacat

At a young age, Mirko Bevenja was introduced to the underwater world, a moment he describes as shocking and exciting. This experience would become a driving force to seek opportunities for learning and exploring within the aquatic environment. An opportunity he now shares with all who are willing to take the time to learn. The Triton Technical Diving Team, the pros and cons of rebreather diving, discovering wrecks, underwater photography, the value of preparation, and much more. Please enjoy. Recorded in January 2025Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mirkobevenjaTriton Tec Team:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557779367600Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mirkobevenja/https://www.instagram.com/tritontecteam/

It was a great honor and privilege to have Lee Kian Lee on the podcast. He has been at the forefront of pushing exploration, not just in Malaysia but all over Southeast Asia. From his early days enjoying the sport recreationally to his pursuit of technical diving, he is on a mission to seek the unexplored. A mission where danger is ever-present, but safety never takes a back seat. The Malaysia Cave Diving Association, challenging environments of remote explorations, Turtle Tomb, building a community, and much more. Please enjoy. Recorded January 2025Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/lee.k.lieInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/leekianlie/Malaysia Cave Dive Association:https://www.facebook.com/mcdaexplorers/Cave Explorer Asia Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/438865992904889

The water-filled passages of Florida are known for the strength of water flow. To enter many of these areas, one must be determined and “climb” their way in, not an easy task. On the other hand, It's amazing how easily and willingly one can be pulled into the world of cave diving. Stretch Altenhein's roots in diving began in the Northeast. Here, he would find a passion for technical diving after being introduced to the GUE community. A passion that started with wrecks and eventually found its way to the caves of Sunshine State. The joy of teaching, building confident divers, overcoming challenges, growing the community, and much more. Please enjoy.Recorded in December 2024Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/stretchaltenhein/https://www.instagram.com/h2oxplr/Website:https://h2oxplr.com/Additional Links:https://www.facebook.com/stretchtattooshttps://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=10004

Written by Marc Crane of Tek Deep Asia. August 2021About Marc Crane:Marc started diving in 1991 in the waters off the south coast of England from where he hails. Working as a divemaster during his gap year he has been a full time scuba professional since 1995 (still on his gap year), and has worked and dived in the Red Sea, Mexico, Australia, the Mediterranean, East Africa and throughout South East Asia. Moving to Indonesia in 2011 he has dived all over the archipelago, training and exploring, he has been involved in scientific research projects on marine mega fauna and has located and explored new cave systems in Sulawesi. An avid deep reef and wreck diver, he started Tekdeep Asia which has its primary location on Bali from where he teaches throughout Indonesia and across the region. Marc is a TDI and SSI IT with a focus on all things rebreathers where he teaches instructors up to and including Advanced Trimix.Article: https://www.tekdeepasia.com/2021/08/26/diluent-dilemma/Website:https://www.tekdeepasia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tekdeepasia/

Most certified divers began their pursuit as an extension of their leisure activities—certified on holiday, certified out of curiosity, certified by their choosing. Don Mirra became certified as part of his military training. What began as a mission-driven task has now evolved into a meditative, blissful, serene experience. From military to recreational to technical diving, sidemount, solo diving, DPVs, homemade rum, but most importantly, taking the time to stop and smell the corals. Please enjoy.Recorded in December 2024 

As young adults, many of us are faced with choices that will lay the foundation for adulthood. What may seem to be the “right” choice, isn't always the best choice. A decision was made, and Bogi Krossteig has never looked back. Founding North Atlantic Diving in the Faroe Islands, he has pursued a career in diving that all started with three pieces of a puzzle, which he describes as his holy trinity. Bringing new ideas to old ways, technical and overhead diving, challenges of opening a dive center, the beauty of the Faroes, and much more. Please enjoy this Takeover episode hosted by Simon Bailey.Recorded in November 2024Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bogikrossteig/https://www.instagram.com/simonbdiving/Additional Links:https://northatlanticdiving.com/https://simonbdiving.com/

The largest group of freshwater lakes on earth resides in North America. Here, you can find Richard Tessell on a mission to introduce divers to the unique, amazing, and challenging diving offered throughout this massive body of water. Equally, he is on a mission to further his own education and abilities when it comes to the aquatic environment. Midwest Underwater Explorers, importance of diversified training, rebreathers, overhead environments, community, and much more. Please enjoy.Recorded in December 2024Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nosmosisprod/Additional Links:https://www.evolvescubadiving.com/https://www.facebook.com/theslipperyeelhttps://www.mwue.org/

Undeterred by world events, Danielle Dillman pursued her goal of becoming a certified diver. Starting as a dive tender at a local aquarium, she was introduced to the possibilities of the underwater world. Currently employed at the Georgia Aquarium, I get a chance to chat with her about some of the controversies surrounding aquarium diving and the importance of the research and conservation efforts conducted by aquariums. Women in Ocean Science, Accreditation process of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, marine research, aquaculture, and much more. Please enjoy."Danielle Dillman's views are her own and do not represent the official position of the Georgia Aquarium"Recorded in December 2024Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/danielle_dillman/https://www.instagram.com/womeninoceanscience/Additional Links:https://www.bonfire.com/store/danielles-sea/https://www.womeninoceanscience.com/

Change is good, change is inevitable, change is mandatory. Late last year, Global Underwater Explorers updated and made changes to its standards and protocols. Some new courses were introduced, some older courses tweaked, and some names were changed. I invited GUE Recreational Program Director Gemma Thomas back to the podcast to clear up some confusion, gain insight, and chat with her about the “why" behind some of these changes. Please enjoy.Recorded in December 2024Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/boss_gemmama/GUE Profile:https://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=11724

GUE instructor, PADI Course Director, Musician, Dive magazine editor, Technical Diver, to say that Jesper Kjoller is a man who wears many hats would be an understatement. In this episode, I get a chance to sit down with him and hear his story. A journey that brought him to Dubai, where he resides as the Marketing Manager for the deepest pool in the world. Not just a pool but an experience waiting to be explored. Quest Magazine, Deep Dive Dubai, Storytelling, GUE community, and much more. Please enjoy. Recorded in December 2024Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jesperkjoller/GUE Profile:https://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=4437Additional Links:Deep Dive Dubaihttps://deepdivedubai.com/Quest Magazine:https://www.gue.com/questFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/jesperkjoller

Remote explorations come with challenges that many would not dare to pursue. Logistics, planning, and mental preparation needed for such a task are not for those who do not welcome adversity. In this episode, I sit down with renowned explorer and GUE instructor Max Fahr. It was great to sit down with Max to hear his thoughts about the importance of proper training and teamwork. From his early days of diving to exploring the remote, sacred waters of “The Bottomless Cave” in Northern India, and much more. Please enjoy.  Website:https://max-dive.com/GUE Profile:https://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=66486YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@cavebaseofficial8623Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/max_dive/

Always breathe; never hold your breath, the most important rule in scuba diving. The equipment allowing us to follow this rule is often neglected when it comes to proper care and maintenance. Chatting with Sam Johnson, a full-time repair tech on the island of Hawaii, I get a chance to hear his perspective and insight when it comes to this side of the industry. Common problems, unsafe practices, nuances of servicing different brands, a detailed approach to servicing, and much more. Please enjoy.

I first met Farzad Atefi, better known as Faz, while cave diving in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Within the first few minutes of meeting, it was very apparent the love he has for this sport. A friendship was formed as we navigated our way through overhead environments, followed by engaging conversations while enjoying beverages. It was great to have Faz on the podcast to catch up, even better, to hear about his experiences, goals, and unfiltered thoughts when it comes to the industry. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/diveperspectives/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564330613509

Written by Marc Crane of Tek Deep Asia. August 9th 2021About Marc Crane:Marc started diving in 1991 in the waters off the south coast of England from where he hails. Working as a divemaster during his gap year he has been a full time scuba professional since 1995 (still on his gap year), and has worked and dived in the Red Sea, Mexico, Australia, the Mediterranean, East Africa and throughout South East Asia. Moving to Indonesia in 2011 he has dived all over the archipelago, training and exploring, he has been involved in scientific research projects on marine mega fauna and has located and explored new cave systems in Sulawesi. An avid deep reef and wreck diver, he started Tekdeep Asia which has its primary location on Bali from where he teaches throughout Indonesia and across the region. Marc is a TDI and SSI IT with a focus on all things rebreathers where he teaches instructors up to and including Advanced Trimix.Article: https://www.tekdeepasia.com/2021/08/09/drysuit-diving-in-tropical-waters/Website:https://www.tekdeepasia.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tekdeepasia/

Late last year, I had a chance to meet up with Edd Stockdale while he was on vacation in Bali. We met at the House of Crane, poured a few glasses of rum, and enjoyed a conversation. In this episode, I hear about his work with the Finnish Scientific Diving Academy, his teaching philosophy, Gradient Technical Diving, past mentors, mine diving, and much more. Please Enjoy. Website:https://gradient-technical.com/https://www.helsinki.fi/en/research-stations/tvarminne-zoological-station/finnish-scientific-diving-academyInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/teceddadventures/

In this takeover episode, Simon Bailey interviews Nick Hogle. Yes, the tables have turned, and I now join as a guest to share my journey. It was amazing to sit down with Simon and cruise down memory lane from my first breaths through my progression. A story that starts in Thailand, grows in Texas, enhanced in Mexico, and continues to flourish in Southeast Asia. I think there is some chat about a podcast somewhere in there as well. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/offgassingscubapodcast/https://www.instagram.com/simonbdiving/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/814882646726565

In this conversation, I speak with Gabriella Gough about her first breaths through her progression to earning a divemaster certification. A journey she embraced with the help of her local diving community in Southern California, a journey that led her to earn a spot in The Ventura County Sheriff Search and Rescue Dive Team. An education in marine biology, embracing challenges, the beauty of kelp forests, jumping out of helicopters, and much more. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/divingwithgabs/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@divingwithgabs

In this conversation, Nouf Alosaimi shares her journey with Red Sea Citizen, emphasizing the importance of community in ocean conservation and her goal to empower more women to become involved in the sport. Speaking at the World Economic Forum, the impact of diving on environmental awareness, changing perceptions about sharks, an unexpected love for drysuits, and much more. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/redseacitizen/https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/https://www.instagram.com/avatardrysuits/Website:https://www.redsea-citizen.com/https://santidiving.com/https://avatarsuits.com/

In this episode, I speak with Piotr Kuświk as shares his inspiring journey into scuba diving, detailing his initial experiences, training, and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the Santi Scholarship, a program that provided him with advanced training and opportunities to dive in unique locations. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of community, skill development, and the joy of exploring underwater environments. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nur_and_ski/https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@nur_and_skiFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/piotr.kuswik.9https://www.facebook.com/SANTIdiving

Leaving a career in software, Parasu Komaradat, also known and Por, pursued his passion for diving. As he progressed, he naturally found his way into technical and overhead diving. Based out of Thailand, he has become one of the most respected and well-known instructors in Southeast Asia. Past mentors, exploration, mine diving, podcasting, teaching the next generation of divers, and much more. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pordiveinstructor/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/PORDIVE

In this episode, I get a chance to speak with Putri Mulyani Nurdin from Indonesia. From experiencing her first breaths underwater to traveling to some of the most amazing dive destinations throughout Indonesia. Forming friendships and creating memories while on her path to becoming an instructor. The importance of family, the joy of traveling to new locations, her passion for diving, and much more. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/putrimnurdin/

Growing up, Helene-Julie Zofia Paaman has always been an ocean lover. It would be on the island of Koh Tao, where she would take her first breaths underwater, but she was not the biggest fan. Years later, she found herself slowly falling in love with the sport and eventually becoming an  instructor while spending time in Egypt. Eventually, making her way back to Denmark, she would take up underwater photography as a way to share stories and, most of all, information. Highlighting how local changes can make a big difference, she has become an Underwater Ambassador. Please enjoy. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/underwaterambassador/https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/https://www.instagram.com/reeldiving/https://www.instagram.com/ammonitesystem/Website:https://underwaterambassador.com/https://santidiving.com/https://www.reeldiving.com/https://ammonitesystem.com/

Magdalena Męcik found her way to diving while completing her master's degree. Her curious nature, along with the passion she observed from the members of the scientific diving club, propelled her to learn more. Gaining recognition for her hard work awarded her an Open Water Course, and she immediately fell in love with the aquatic environment. Now, as Vice President of the Scientific Underwater Research Foundation based in Poland, she and other members focus on protecting the freshwater environments in their surrounding areas. Please enjoy. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/szechina_/https://www.instagram.com/naukowe.badania.podwodne/https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/Website:https://www.fnbp.pl/https://santidiving.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/NaukoweBadaniaPodwodneYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@NaukoweBadaniaPodwodne

Article written by Natalie Gibb of Under The Jungle. March 02, 2022Natalie Gibb lives in Mexico, where she spends every spare moment exploring caves with her exploration partner, Vincent Roquette-Cathala. When she's not exploring, she's hanging around her dive center, Under the Jungle, teaching cave courses and mentoring past students. Natalie is an amateur videographer, photographer, and a published author, and loves to share her adventures with others at dive shows and public speaking engagements.Article:https://shearwater.com/blogs/community/extreme-and-not-so-extreme-multistage-sidemount-cave-diving-with-aiWebsite:https://www.underthejungle.com/en/home/https://shearwater.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/underthejungle/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/underthejungle

One of my favorite quotes is, “The only time success comes before work is in the dictionary!” Continuing my conversation with Tamara Adame, I get insight into visualizing ideas into reality and the work needed to make these things happen. Through hard work and determination, she has established herself as a role model, but with this comes unforeseen responsibilities. The benefits of healthy eating, yoga for tech divers, some memorable moments, and much more. Please enjoy. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cenote_girl/Website:https://cenotegirl.com/

Constantly driven to improve, Tamara Adame has become an inspirational figure. Equal to her path of self-improvement is the improvement of those around her. As she navigates her way through this industry, from unexplored places, through her writings, or the time she spends with her students, she creates an environment in which everyone feels encouraged and empowered to become better. Please enjoy part one of the two-part episode. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cenote_girl/Website:https://cenotegirl.com/

Embracing mistakes as you go through training is a skill within itself. Mistakes will happen, especially in training. Learning, moving forward, and embracing these moments can be some of the most valuable experiences we can use as divers. Jake Bulman is someone who sees mistakes as opportunities for growth. A journey that began in the cold waters of Canada, continued growing in the Caribbean Sea, and is now being matured in the cenotes of The Yucatan. Please enjoy. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jake_bulman/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/Website:https://protecdivecenters.com/

The importance of quality training becomes apparent as we move through the levels of the sport. Natural progression is inevitable as we gain proficiency. The unachievable becomes attainable as experience is gained. Welcoming back Jenn Thomson, I get a chance to hear about her progression. Her journey through Cave 1, settling into her role with Global Underwater Explorers as Global Project Co-ordinator, her path to becoming an instructor, what is in store for the future, and much more. Website:https://jennelizabeththomson.com/https://www.gue.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jennelizabeththomson/https://www.instagram.com/guehq/

When I started my Sidemount journey, naturally, I tuned into Speaking Sidemount with Steve Davis. When creating my podcast, much of my inspiration came from listening to his show, and when choosing a shop to further my sidemount education and begin my overhead journey, once again, I have him to thank. It was an absolute honor to sit down and have a conversation with him. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nzsteved/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nzstevedhttps://www.facebook.com/speakingsidemountWebsite:https://www.sidemountpros.com/homehttps://www.sidemountpros.com/speakingsidemountpodcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@sidemountpros

Sabrina Figliomeni aims to give the gift she was given to allow people to do more. An instructor based out of Calgary, she is happiest when immersed in cold water environments. Scuba diving did not come easy, but through perseverance, she has managed to conquer her fears and become a mentor and role model in her local diving community. Teaching the youth, GUE pathway, project diving, positive aspects of different agencies, and much more. Please enjoy. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/highmountainsea/https://www.instagram.com/freezedivers/https://www.instagram.com/thermoclinediving/https://www.instagram.com/diveshopcalgary/Website:https://diveshopscuba.com/https://www.thermoclinediving.com/

I have been fascinated with turtles for as long as I can remember. A blissful feeling rushes through me at every encounter with these marine reptiles. It was great to sit down with Wei Qi, a member of Bubbles Turtle Conservation located in the Perhentian Islands in Malaysia. In this episode, we speak about raising awareness, protecting habitats, securing funds, volunteering, and how making little changes can go a long way. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bubblesturtleconservation/Website:https://www.bubblesturtleconservation.com/

At the age of 17, Greg Hilliard kicked off his journey into the sport. Now, with more than twenty-five years in the industry, he has seen the good, the bad, and the ugly. Always one to speak his mind, he does not shy away from the difficult topics. In this episode, I sit down with him and hear his thoughts about progression without experience, ripple effects, mindset, Talkin Tek, Subsea Propulsions, and much more. Please enjoy.Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/greg.hilliard.16Talking Tek:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057294916252Subsea Propulsion Systems:https://subseapropulsion.com/

In this episode, I speak with Mike Basler from Switzerland. Hearing stories from his Uncle about the underwater world, along with a fascination with the ocean, it was only a matter of time before he found his way into scuba diving. At first, he was not sure if he could participate due to ear infections as a child, but when he took his first breaths underwater in a local pool, he knew this would be a lifelong hobby. Please enjoy.  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mikebasler1290/Cave Diving Training Mexico:https://www.cavedivingtraining.com/https://www.instagram.com/cdt_mexico/

Depending on where you live or what type of diving you are doing, a drysuit might be the most important part of your diving configuration. In this episode, I get an insider's perspective from one of the market's most well-known and highly respected companies. I speak with Jacek Bronk, a long-time employee of Santi. His personal growth and drive have contributed to Santi becoming a leading figure in the industry. Having held many positions throughout the years, he gives me insight into different aspects of this organization founded by Tomek Stachura, a diver in search of improvement. Please enjoy.Website:https://santidiving.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/

Article written by Marc Anderes of ProTec Dive Center for The ProTec Dive Center Chronicles.Website:https://protecdivecenters.com/blog-posts/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marc_anderes/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/

Arkadiusz Srebnik dreamt of taking his first breaths under the water as part of the Polish Navy, but a medical evaluation would push him in a different direction. Years later, he would find himself enrolling in a course with a friend, finally fulfilling his dreams of becoming a diver. These days, you can find him in Malta, working with Zibel Non-Profit Organization, cleaning and removing waste in the waters of the Mediterranean. Studies in Diving Safety Management, ghost net removals, underwater photography, and much more. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/polanddivingphoto/https://www.instagram.com/zibelofficial/https://www.instagram.com/avatardrysuits/https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/arkadiusz.srebnikhttps://www.facebook.com/zibelofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/Avatarsuitshttps://www.facebook.com/SANTIdivingWebsite:https://www.zibel.org/https://avatarsuits.com/https://santidiving.com/

Article written by Maria Shagina of ProTec Dive Center for The ProTec Dive Center Chronicles.Website:https://protecdivecenters.com/blog-posts/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/maria.shagina/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/

A fascination with sharks would propel Marc Anderes into the underwater world. His first breaths in the aquatic environment came at the age of thirteen. A few years later while on vacation with his family in Thailand, he would earn his first certification. Diving was an enjoyable hobby for him for years before a last-minute trip with his sister ignited his passion for the sport. Soon after, he would find himself diving every weekend and eventually find himself moving full-time into the industry. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marc_anderes/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/Website:https://protecdivecenters.com/

When Maria Shagina decided to pursue this new hobby of enjoying moments beneath the surface of the water, she traveled down a nontraditional route and approached the sport with a more technical-driven mindset and practice. Making her way to Mexico would introduce her to the beautiful caves of the Yucatan, Instantly, she knew this was where she needed to be. Finding a welcoming community, she settled in and made a new home, until an injury in a dry caving expedition would change her life and alter her course. Eventually, she would overcome this and find her way back to this place she calls home. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/maria.shagina/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/Website:https://protecdivecenters.com/

While training in Mexico, I kept running into Steve Crosby at many dive sites. After a few conversations, I invited him to the podcast. Within a couple of minutes, we would realize just how small the scuba industry is. After becoming certified at an early age, he knew diving would be more than just a fun activity. After moving into a professional role, he would travel throughout Southeast Asia before COVID brought him back to the U.S. Eventually finding his way to Mexico, he would choose ProTec Dive Center to further his career and personal diving. Please enjoy. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/scubawithsteve/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/scubawithstevehttps://www.facebook.com/protecdivecentersWebsite:https://www.scubawithsteve.com/https://protecdivecenters.com/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@scubawithsteve

Due to having asthma early in life, Skanda Coffield-Feith was turned away the first time he tried to enroll in a scuba course. Years later, while on a backpacking trip, he would find himself on Koh Tao experiencing his first breaths underwater. For a time, he enjoyed diving recreationally on holiday, until a random encounter introduced him to a dive club near his home in Australia. During a trip with the club, he found himself in Mt Gambier, here in the heart of the limestone coast, his journey into the overheard would begin. Please enjoy.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/skandacophield/https://www.instagram.com/protecdivecenters/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/skanda.cophieldhttps://www.facebook.com/protecdivecentersWebsite:https://protecdivecenters.com/

In this Takeover Episode, Tamara Adame interviews Gaëlle Giesen as she prepares for her historic attempt to break the female depth record of two hundred meters while on a rebreather in open water. They speak about the challenges, logistics, special equipment, and most importantly the mentality required for such an attempt. Her early days of diving through her progression, her joy of going where humans are not meant to be, her recipe to succeed, and much more. Please enjoy.Gaëlle GiesenInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/gaelle.giesen/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095601341531Tamara Adame:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/cenote_girl/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/cenotegirl?mibextid=LQQJ4dWebsite:https://cenotegirl.com/

Aquatic sports always came naturally to Lilia Cabrera Gallaga. Growing up in Mexico City, she would search for ways to spend her free time in the water. Naturally, she would find her way to the world of scuba diving, which brought her to Playa De Carmen, where it was love at first visit. Here, she would progress through the sport becoming an instructor and avid cave diver. While continuing her education she would meet Vincent Rouquette-Cathala and eventually become invited to be a part of the Under The Jungle family. Please enjoy!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mxscuba/https://www.instagram.com/underthejungle/Website:https://www.mxscuba.com/https://www.underthejungle.com/en/home/

The art of frustration is something that needs to be embraced when flirting or participating in exploration. Vincent Rouquette-Cathala, co-owner of Under The Jungle in Mexico is no stranger to exploration. Becoming obsessed with diving from an early age would eventually lead him down a path of searching for the unknown. At first, cave diving was a way to improve skills and pass the time until he could return to his love of wreck diving. With each dive, he would become more attracted to this environment that allowed him to improve, explore, create life-long friendships, and most importantly practice the art of frustration. Please enjoy.Website:https://www.underthejungle.com/en/home/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/vincent_rouquette_cathala/https://www.instagram.com/underthejungle/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/vincent.rouquettecathalahttps://www.facebook.com/underthejungle

With a few lights, a model, and a flooded cave, Natalie Gibb captures moments and creates a narrative for viewers to explore. Images that give us a glimpse into a world that many do not see or dare go. Images that take us away momentarily from our daily lives. As co-owner of Under The Jungle, she has helped to establish her shop as one of the premier dive training destinations in the world. Designing a team that inspires, motivates, and mentors all of their students. A place where students return time after time to further their education and become future explorers. Film, photography, explorations, science week, future goals, and much more. Please enjoy.Website:https://www.underthejungle.com/en/home/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/underthejungle/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/underthejungle

Originally from Finland, Arya Hintsala made a quick detour to Bali while en route to Australia. What began as a surf vacation, led her to enroll in an Open Water Course. After a few skills, she knew this was something she needed to pursue. Leaving her job at the foreign ministry, she quickly immersed herself in this newfound passion traveling to different destinations teaching, and guiding. The complexity, skill, and challenging aspect of technical diving appealed to her, so naturally, she found her way to the Yucatan in search of a higher level of training. Here she would be introduced to Natalie Gibb and Under The Jungle and once again, her path would be altered. Please enjoy.Ojamo Mine Update:For many years Sami Paakkarinen and others have been working hard so that everyone can dive in Ojamo again and this summer they took a significant step towards it as they signed the land lease agreement between the city of Lohja and Ojamo Kaivosukeltajat ry, the cave diver's association formed to try and open Ojamo for everyone. There are still some details to finish up but Ojamo is open and we're busy diving it!!More information is available here:https://www.facebook.com/sami.paakkarinen/posts/pfbid022bUJKNp2atHq9UwLJD7vvN67LeS6cmokKs16zPc6zcDCK9MawhE3GRAghpQ9ebzzlInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/arya.irmeli/https://www.instagram.com/underthejungle/Website:https://www.underthejungle.com/en/arya-hintsala/https://www.underthejungle.com/en/home/

After coming across an advertisement for a Scuba Diving course, Rory O'Keefe decided, why not? Learning to dive in Canada is not for the timid but after the course, he started diving as often as possible. With a love of trekking and this newfound passion, he would find himself backpacking through Southeast Asia in search of exotic dive destinations and volcanos. Upon returning home, he booked a flight to Mexico and his life would forever be changed. Training to become a cave diver, underwater cave cartography, future mapping projects, the need for more cave cartographers, and much more. Please enjoy.Website:https://www.surveydown.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/survey.down/