Underwater Tribe Podcast

Helen Sampson of True To Nature Productions is Documentary Producer and photographer involved in the Natural History industry. Helen has worked on many Natural History productions including the latest Disney Nature Production “ Dolphin Reef ”. Helen shares with us her history of moving from the corporate world to Natural History production as well as a look behind the scenes on what it takes to produce a documentary film. Connect with Helen: https://www.helensampsonphotography.c... https://www.instagram.com/hels_sampson/ https://nature.disney.com/dolphin-reef To support the Underwater Tribe Team in Bali You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

Marty Snyderman is a legendary underwater photographer and cinematographer who has been involved in the dive industry since the early 1970s. Marty joins us to discuss his storied career and shares a variety of amazing images and stories from almost 50 years in the professional diving industry. You can watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zQB-IjSeQ7o Connect with Marty: https://www.martysnyderman.com/index.... To support the Underwater Tribe Team in Bali You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

Roger Munns is a professional cameraman who has worked on many of the top rated Natural History programs including BBC “Blue Planet 2”. Roger joins us to discuss his beginnings with Scubazoo in Malaysia and how he eventually became a full time cinematographer. He also shares some of this favorite stories from different shoots that he has been involved in. Connect with Roger: https://www.roger-munns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/roger.munns/ Support the Underwater Tribe Team in Bali You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

Bret Gilliam, a legendary pioneer in the diving industry whose list of accomplishments is too long for this description. Founder of TDI/SDI, prolific author, underwater photographer, holder of many deep diving records, and the operator of what was at one time the world’s largest dive boat! Bret shares his incredible stories with us from a career spanning 60 years as a scuba diver! To support the Underwater Tribe Team in Bali You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

Adam Hanlon of Wetpixel joins us on the Podcast. Adam shares his insights about the changing nature of social media over the years and its continuing evolution. We discuss diving in the UK and around the world and how the current crisis could impact the dive travel industry in the future. Connect with Adam: https://www.wetpixel.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Wetpixel/ The Underwater Tribe Merchandise Store: https://underwater-tribe.myshopify.com The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Filmmaking Enthusiasts. You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

Dr Richard Smith, who described the brand new pygmy seahorse from South Africa, is our guest on Monday’s Live Show. Richard is a specialist in Pygmy seahorses and their behaviour. He shares with us some great insights into every species of pygmy and their behaviour. He also shares the tale of how the newest species was discovered in Sodwana Bay. Join us at 5pm Bali time on Monday 1 June 2020. Connect with Dr.Richard Smith: https://oceanrealmimages.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/OceanRealmIm... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.richards... To support the Underwater Tribe Team in Bali You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

We are happy to bring Scott "Gutsy" Tuason to the show! Gutsy is as very talented underwater photographer and expedition leader from the Philippines. He discusses his long underwater photography career illustrated with some of his most memorable photos and encounters from around the world. You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

We are happy to have underwater photographer, freediver, cinematographer Pepe Arcos on the show. Pepe is a multi talented artist who joins us to speak a little about his history and his artistic ocean projects. Connect with Pepe Arcos: Website: http://pepearcos.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pepearcos/?... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pepearcospho... The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Filmmaking Enthusiasts. You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

Sarah Lewis is the founder and driving force behind the Indonesian Manta Project . Sarah has been heavily involved in manta ray research in Indonesia since 2010. Her work has encompassed creating new marine protected areas as well as Indonesia establishing a nation wide plan of protection for these amazing animals

We are very happy to host the legendary underwater cinematography team of Howard and Michele Hall. The Halls are known for their incredible IMAX films that have been shown all over the world.

We are very happy to have Allison Vitsky Sallmon on the show! Allison is a talented underwater photographer based in California, U.S.A. She writes many articles for a host of magazines and is a regularly featured writer/photographer for “Dive Alert”. Her assignments take her all around the world but Allison regularly dives the incredible coasts of California to capture her wonderful imagery. As the founder of the breast cancer awareness initiative

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We are happy to present legendary photo journalist Douglas Seifert. Douglas has been a full time journalist for 25 years and has traveled the world photographing everything from pygmy seahorses to blue whales! We discuss his history, some of his favourite dive stories, and lots of interesting insights into the diving world! Connect with Douglas Seifert. https://www.douglasunderwater.com The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Filmmaking Enthusiasts. You can support the Underwater Tribe Team during this crisis by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

On Today's Live Show we are happy to welcome Jason Isley from Scubazoo. Jason is a world class photographer who works with many magazines and publishers around the world. He and the Scubazoo team have authored several books about marine life around the world. On Wednesday's show (6th May 2020) we chat to Jason about his latest book, Small Blue World. This book is a creative and entertaining look at the issues our marine environment faces with the use of "miniature" models underwater. Join us for an in depth discussion of how Jason came up with the inspiration behind the book and stories of how he got the shots! We also discuss his incredible adventures with Leatherback turtles in eastern Indonesia. Connect with Jason: www.scubazoo.com https://www.scubazoo.com/ourproducts/ www.scubazoo.tv https://www.instagram.com/jasonisley/?hl=en Connect with the Underwater Tribe: We are making more tutorials, show reels, and live sessions daily. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to see more educational and entertaining content. Lets connect and create a community: The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Film making Enthusiasts. You can support our Channel by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-links/1586929197757 ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-links/1586929143530

On Today's Live Show we welcome Marine Biologist Alexis Chappuis and Tek/Rebreather Instructor Marc Crane of Tekdeep Asia. Alexis and Marc are currently conducting research on marine life in Bali that lives in the 100m and deeper zone. We discuss the training involved and what mysterious creatures they find at 120 metres.

On today's Live Show we are happy to have Simon Buxton from NAD Lembeh Resort as our special guest. Simon specializes in Black Water diving in Lembeh and NAD has the most experienced Black Water team in Indonesia. We have a look at some of his images and discuss what Black Water diving is all about. Tune in for great insight and incredible photos. www.nad-lembeh.com https://www.instagram.com/nadlembeh/ https://www.facebook.com/NadLembehResort/ We are making more tutorials, showreels, and live sessions daily. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to see more educational and entertaining content. Lets connect and create a community: The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Filmmaking Enthusiasts. You can support our Channel by buying us a coffee - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-links/1586929197757 ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-links/1586929143530

On today's Underwater Tribe Liveshow we are happy to host Dr Mark Erdmann, Vice President of Asia Pacific Marine Programs with Conservation International. Mark joins us to give an update on what effects the current situation can have on marine life in Indonesia and around the world.

Von Wong is an extremely creative photographer who is passionate about ocean conservation. His multi media campaigns have been seen by an audience of over 100 million worldwide. His creative vision is second to none and his ideas are both effective and artistic. He joins us to discuss his passion for conservation, the ocean, and bringing teams together to achieve a successful campaign. Catch the entire show here: https://youtu.be/KVPCI41Cr6o Check out Von Wong's Podcast and Community: https://impacteverywhere.org/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/vonwong Case Studies and Commercial Works: http://www.unforgettablelabs.com/ His Photography: http://www.vonwong.com/ You can support our Channel by buying a Coffee for Mike, Luca or Miho - here are the links (VISA or MASTERCARD only ) ☕️ Single Espresso (Approximately USD$3.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... ☕️ Double Espresso (Approximately USD$6.00) https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link...

We are happy to have underwater photographer extraordinaire Alex Mustard Underwater Photography on the show! Alex will join us to discuss strategies when it comes to entering photo competitions as well as insight into the judging process. If you have questions for Alex please let us know here in the comments

On today’s Live Stream we will chat a little about one of the world’s top big animal dive destinations, French Polynesia. It’s home to amazing shark diving and the top side is beautiful as well. From there we will then talk to Paul “Tosh” Tanner, the PADI Asia Pacific Territory Manager, about what is going on with the current state of the dive industry world wide. Our conversation with Tosh is very entertaining and insightful, please listen in and ask questions in the live chat. PADI WEBINAR : https://pros-blog.padi.com/2020/04/01... We are making more tutorials and live sessions daily. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to see more educational and entertaining content. Lets connect and create a community: The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Filmmaking Enthusiasts. PADI WEBINAR: https://pros-blog.padi.com/2020/04/01... how to set up your broadcasting studio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8NyG... You can support our Channel by buying a Coffee to Mike and Luca approx 3 usd here is the link (VISA or MASTERCARD only ): https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... Connect with The Tribe: Website: https://www.underwatertribe.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/underwatertr... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underwater_... Twitter: https://twitter.com/underwatertribe Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unde...

We are thrilled and excited to have Ben Reymenants joining our Wednesday Live Show. Ben was one of the first cave diver of the international dive rescue team to arrive on the scene where the Thai school children were trapped in a cave in 2018. On the show you will have the chance to listen to the story first hand from one of the rescuers on site. We invite you to let us know what questions you may have of Ben. This rescue mission was one of the most technical operations ever performed. Requiring technical and cave diving expertise as well as physical and mental strength to endure the long standing rescue effort The story of the rescue is featured in the new documentary "13 Lost" which is linked below. Please Subscribe to this Channel 13 LOST https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGC7v... Ben runs the highly regarded technical diving centre Blue Label Diving in Phuket, Thailand, which specializes in CCR and Cave Training. With close to 10,000 technical and cave dives under his belt, Ben is one of the most qualified and experienced technical divers in the world. Over the years he has trained and certified more than 100 instructors under TDI and about 70 between PADI and SSI. One of them was Luca, who in 2002 was trained by Ben as a TDI Decompression Procedure and Advanced Nitrox Instructor as well as certified in operating a recompression chamber. Connect with Ben : https://www.bluelabeldiving.com/home/ We are making more tutorials and live sessions daily. Make sure to subscribe to our channel to see more educational and entertaining content. Lets connect and create a community: The Underwater Tribe Community of Photography and Filmmaking Enthusiasts. You can support our Channel by buying a Coffee to Mike and Luca approx 3 usd here is the link (VISA or MASTERCARD only ): https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... Connect with The Tribe: Website: https://www.underwatertribe.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/underwatertr... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underwater_... Twitter: https://twitter.com/underwatertribe Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unde...

On today’s live show we discuss the feedback we received from our latest Facebook post asking when and why people became scuba divers. We will then present and discuss the work of 4 different Indonesian underwater photographers. We end this week discussing diving in the Maldives with some great imagery from our good friend William Tan. Featured Photographers: Indra Swari : https://www.indraswariw.com/profile Nus Lobbu: https://www.nuslobbu.com Ben Sarinda https://www.facebook.com/sarindaben/ Chris Simanjuntak: https://www.instagram.com/chris_siman... TO SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL: You can support our Channel by buying a Coffee to Mike and Luca approx 3 usd here is the link: https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... The Underwater Tribe T-Shirt: https://amzn.to/3d5c6mb Connect with us: Website: https://www.underwatertribe.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/underwatertr... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underwater_... Twitter: https://twitter.com/underwatertribe Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unde...

On our 3 April Live Stream we spoke with Joe Daniels about his award winning shot in the DEEP Indonesia underwater photography competition.

Our Live Stream discussion of the winning images from the 2020 DEEP Indonesia Underwater Photo Competition. We also discuss photo tips and diving in Indonesia! TO SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL: You can support our Channel by buying a Coffee to Mike and Luca approx 3 usd here is the link: https://app.midtrans.com/payment-link... The Underwater Tribe T-Shirt: https://amzn.to/3d5c6mb Connect with us: Website: https://www.underwatertribe.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/underwatertr... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underwater_... Twitter: https://twitter.com/underwatertribe Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unde...

Nesha Ichida is one of the leading up and coming young conservationists in Indonesia. Working with the Indonesian Manta Project, Nesha spends a lot of time in the field throughout the country on conservation projects. She is the lead scientist for the Rote Field Office in eastern Indonesia. In this podcast we discuss a variety of topics such as manta and shark tagging, living in remote places, her range of projects around Indonesia, and how a new generation of young conservationists are creating positive waves. Indonesian Manta Project: http://www.indonesianmantaproject.org

This Underwater Tribe Podcast features Pepe Arcos. Pepe is an accomplished Artist, Underwater Photographer and Freediver Champion to name a few. Listen and find out how you can push yourself to think more in a fashion and artistic way when tasking photos underwater.

Sarah Lewis is the founder and driving force behind the Indonesian Manta Project. Sarah has been heavily involved in manta ray research in Indonesia since 2010. Her work has encompassed creating new marine protected areas as well as Indonesia establishing a nation wide plan of protection for these amazing animals. She spends a lot of time mentoring young Indonesian students and researchers who are interested in working in the field. This focus on education and sustainable tourism has led her to create Indonesian Ocean Pride. This is a collaboration between her and several notable local celebrities to raise awareness of the marine environment and it's importance among Indonesian youth. Listen to Sarah as she discusses her history, her work in the field, and the challenges that she faces. Stay tuned at the end for a slideshow of imagery from her work in Indonesia. www.indonesianmantaproject.org On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndonesianMantaProject/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indonesianmantaproject/ Indonesian Ocean Pride https://indonesianoceanpride.org On Facebook: www.facebook.com/indonesianoceanpride/ On Instagram: www.instagram.com/indonesianoceanpride/ Identify a manta ray https://www.mantatrust.org/idthemanta Identify a manta ray from Raja Ampat https://birdsheadseascape.com/indonesian-manta-id/ Visit The Underwater Tribe - http://www.underwatertribe.com/ Don't forget to Like and Subscribe for more podcasts and feel free to leave a comment below. Interested in an Underwater Tribe T-shirt? They are available through Amazon: https://goo.gl/w7ZwFR We use the Sony A7SII camera and Sony RX100 series cameras to record our podcasts. Sony A7SII https://amzn.to/2XF8vTT Sony RX100VI https://amzn.to/2WAdROI Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/underwater_tribe/ Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/underwatertribe/ Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/underwatertr...

Aaron "Bertie" Gekoski is a wildlife photographer and television presenter who specializes in exposing the cruel treatment of wildlife. Aaron joins us in the studio to discuss how he became involved in this field along with a little of his personal history. Stay tuned for the images at the end to see exactly what happens in the wildlife tourism industry. You can learn more about Aaron at: http://aarongekoski.com/ Learn more about Raise the Red Flag and Born Free at: https://www.bornfree.org.uk Visit The Underwater Tribe - http://www.underwatertribe.com/

Alex Lindbloom is an American underwater photographer and film maker who has spent the past 5 years exploring Indonesia. With a much sought after job as a full time image maker on a high end liveaboard, Alex has spent years diving the worlds's best reefs. Alex shares some of his favourite encounters, what it takes to create competition winning photos, and what his future plans contain. Please visit Alex website at www.alexlindbloom.com for more information about Alex. Please visit www.divesafariasia.com to see more of Alex's work Visit The Underwater Tribe - http://www.underwatertribe.com/

A multi talented award winning photographer and filmmaker, Christian Loader has worked throughout Asia. Based in Sabah, Malaysia, Christian specializes in both terrestrial and underwater journalism. Christian joins the Underwater Tribe to talk about his favourite stories from the jungle and the sea while throwing in a few tales of “shocking” encounters with animals!

Dr. Mark Erdmann is the Vice President of Asia Pacific Marine Programs with Conservation International. He has lived and worked in Indonesia and the Indo Pacific for more than 25 years. He is one of the driving forces behind the success of the Raja Ampat and Birds Head Seascape marine protected areas. We spend an hour discussing his history, the creation and challenges of marine parks in Indonesia and beyond, plus a discussion of why he has a positive outlook on the future of our oceans. Of course with all of the discussion of exploring new sites in the tropics, the topic of crocodile encounters also comes up!

Burt Jones and Maurine Shimlock are legends in the diving community. We sit down to discuss their history in diving industry from opening a dive shop in Mexico in the early 70s, running the first liveaboard in the Solomons, and their many adventures in Indonesia from the 1980s until today. Sit back and enjoy listening to tales of adventure by two true dive adventure travel pioneers. More about Burt and Maurine at https://secretseavisions.com/ Visit the Birds Head Seascape at http://birdsheadseascape.com/ Visit The Underwater Tribe - http://www.underwatertribe.com/

This week on UWT Diving and Adventure Podcast #009 we are happy to chat with underwater photographer and adventure travel guide Ethan Daniels! Ethan discusses a wealth of knowledge gained from over 20 years of experience guiding and photographing throughout the Indo Pacific. He discusses tales of Palau, Indonesia, Antarctica, and snorkeling with whales in Dominica. Learn more about Ethan at www.coraltriangleadventures.com

The Underwater Tribe podcast with Marianne and Jenny of the Bali Sunfish organization. This week Marianne and Jenny discuss the famous sunfish that appear in the waters of Bali, Indonesia each year. The topics include tagging these large animals, photographic recognition, and the recent change in scientific classification for the Bali population. Be part of Citizen Science and submit your photos of sunfish to www.thebalisunfish.org

This week on the Underwater Tribe Diving and Adventure Podcast we welcome "The Jetlagged". The Jetlagged are Hendrik and Claudia Schmitt, two conservation film makers who specialize in marine life. Their latest production, "The Patterns of the Ocean", is an award winning feature about the protection of manta rays in Indonesia. They are also on the leading edge of underwater 360 Degree techniques which create truly exceptional viewing experience. Claudia and Hendrik discuss their past, current, and upcoming projects, techniques and adventures. Discover more of their work on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thejetlagged Visit the Jetlagged website: http://thejetlagged.com/ Visit the Underwater Tribe: http://www.underwatertribe.com/ Don't forget to Like and Subscribe to our YouTube channel and feel free to comment down below. Interested in an Underwater Tribe T-shirt? They are available through Amazon: https://goo.gl/w7ZwFR

A well known figure in the Indonesian diving community, Garry Bevan is a multi talented Englishman who lived in Indonesia for more than 20 years. Garry discusses his long and illustrious history diving Tulamben, Alor, and of course his many years exploring Komodo. Topics include tales of his personal history, some scary moments on a helicopter, and even capsizing a tender in Horseshoe Bay! Don’t forget to like and subscribe to hear more episodes in the future.

Underwater Tribe Diving and Adventure podcast #004 features the legendary Graham Abbott. Graham is a well known guide in the scuba diving world with over 20 years of exploring the seas of Indonesia. Graham discusses lots of great stories about the early days of exploring Raja Ampat and the Banda Sea as well as his role in working with famous photographers.

Serge is a well known underwater photography who is based in Indonesia. Originally from Germany, Serge has been living in Indonesia for almost a decade. After spending many years in Lembeh as the manager of NAD Lembeh Resort, Serge is now the Cruise Director of the wonderful Samambaia Liveaboard. Serge joins us to discuss a variety of topics including underwater photography, living in Indonesia, and his favourite areas to dive!

Oli is a professional AIDA and PADI freediving coach who is on the leading edge of Freediving Education. He is the lead author of many AIDA education materials and was awarded by PADI for his outstanding contribution to the Freediver program. He is the owner of Freedive Flow on Gili Air, one of the top freediving schools in Indonesia. He shares with us his educational philosophy, techniques, and insights into how to become a competent freediver with the proper education.

The Underwater Tribe Podcast #002 The Underwater Tribe welcomes Rich Horner to the studio to discuss his recent viral video about plastic pollution in Bali, Indonesia