Podcast appearances and mentions of cristina zenato

When you think of sharks, do you think Jaws? Or a creature with enough understanding to seek help from a person? Would you be surprised to know, that someone has been working with sharks for years to the point, that they allow her to take out hooks lodged in their skin? Given our misconceptions of the creatures, I'd imagine you would be. Cristina Zenato is that person, who's a master diver and expert on sharks. She's built an amazing relationship with the sharks around the Bahamas, creating a deep connection with them, to a degree I can only understand through bonds we build with more familiar animals. In this interview Cristina gives us a deeper understanding of sharks, her ability to work with them, the virtue in knowing a single place deeply, the reality of the marine environment that's facing environmental destruction, and some wisdom from the sharks. Credit to Kewin Lorenzen as videographer and Cristina Zenato for the image and videos accompanying this episode. (00:00) - Understanding Fear and the Unknown (03:14) - Building Trust with Sharks (10:51) - Establishing Relationships with Marine Life (18:06) - The Reality of Shark Encounters (25:07) - The Role of Humans in Shark Behavior (32:36) - Sharks in the Anthropocene (34:11) - Sharks and Human Interaction (37:22) - Shark Population Decline (42:30) - Conservation Efforts and Education (45:30) - Lessons from Sharks (54:22) - Living in Symbiosis with Nature

In this episode, I am joined by professional diver, ocean and cave explorer, shark ecologist, photographer, speaker, writer, and conservationist Cristina Zenato to talk about shark behavior and how to care for these vital members of the ocean ecosystem. Cristina alone has pulled out over 300 fishing hooks from sharks' mouths with her own hands. She tells me how she first got started doing this and how she has developed close relationships with so many of the sharks she's helped in the reefs of the Bahamas. We discuss how certain sharks have personalities and Cristina dispels many of the widespread myths about sharks. We talk about her organization People of the Water and how she was able to make sharks a protected species in the Bahamas, which was a major legislative victory. For more information about Cristina's work, visit https://cristinazenato.com/

Ep 36 - Anthrozoological Insights with Dr Aubrey Fine, pt 2/2.  Welcome to Episode 36 of the Anthrozoology Podcast. In this episode, we explore companion-animal - human connections, psychology, and interventions with renowned psychologist and anthrozoologist, Dr Aubrey Fine. Dr. Fine shares his career inspiration, challenges, and research interests in companion-animal-assisted therapy. He recounts his personal journey from a fear of companion-animals to working with them in therapy, combining clinical work, writing, and research in companion-animal-assisted interventions since the mid-1960s. Dr. Fine discusses using animals for therapy and communication with children, highlighting the introduction of his first pet, a gerbil named Sasha, to a program for children with learning disabilities in 1973. Dr Fine describes the diverse range of companion-animals he works with, from dogs to lizards, and emphasizes the importance of respecting all as sentient beings. He shares personal stories, such as his connection with a bearded dragon named Spikey, who helped children with similar challenges. The episode also addresses the significance of companion-animal welfare, education, and agency, with Dr. Fine stressing the importance of recognising the non-verbal cues of companion-animals and respecting their boundaries. ​ Please subscribe to get notified about our next podcast! ​ Follow us on X: @TheAnthrozoopod Follow us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/anthrozoopod/  Follow us on TikTok @anthrozoology_ To access audio versions please our official Website: https://anthrozoopod.wixsite.com/anthrozoopod ​ Podlet Guest Dr Aubrey Fine email: ahfine@gmail.com Websites: https://www.aubreyhfine.com/ PodCrew Dr. Kris Hill PhD Candidate, University of Exeter tinehill@gmail.com  https://katzenlife.wordpress.com/ Dr. Michelle Szydlowski ms835@exeter.ac.uk www.internationalelephants.org @intl_elephants ​​ Sarah Oxley Heaney PhD Candidate, University of Exeter sh750@exeter.ac.uk ​ www.kissingsharks.com/ N.B. Copyright of image behind Sarah in the video is held by Cristina Zenato. ​ References ​ ​​Fine, A.H. et al. (2023) The Routledge International Handbook of Human-Animal Interactions and Anthrozoology, The Routledge International Handbook of Human-Animal Interactions and Anthrozoology. Routledge. Available at: https://doi.org/10.4324/9781032153346. Fine, A.H. (2014) Our Faithful Companions - Exploring the essence of our kinship with animals. Alpine Pubns Inc. Available at: https://www.aubreyhfine.com/faithful-companion. Fine, A.H. (2019) ‘Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy: Foundations and Guidelines for Animal-Assisted Interventions', Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy: Foundations and Guidelines for Animal-Assisted Interventions, pp. 1–515. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/C2017-0-03315-3. https://www.hse.ru/data/2019/04/24/1182243591/[Aubrey_H._Fine]_Handbook_on_Animal-Assisted_Thera(z-lib.org).pdf Fine, A.H. and J, E.C. (2016) Afternoons with Puppy - Inspirations from a Therapist and His Animals. ‎Purdue University Press. Available at: https://www.press.purdue.edu/9781557537669/. Thefamilydog (2015) Stop The 77. YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABDrhNBwdpk. ​

Welcome to Episode 35 of the Anthrozoology Podcast. In this episode, we explore companion-animal - human connections, psychology, and interventions with renowned psychologist and anthrozoologist, Dr Aubrey Fine. Dr. Fine shares his career inspiration, challenges, and research interests in companion-animal-assisted therapy. He recounts his personal journey from a fear of companion-animals to working with them in therapy, combining clinical work, writing, and research in companion-animal-assisted interventions since the mid-1960s. Dr. Fine discusses using animals for therapy and communication with children, highlighting the introduction of his first pet, a gerbil named Sasha, to a program for children with learning disabilities in 1973. Dr Fine describes the diverse range of companion-animals he works with, from dogs to lizards, and emphasizes the importance of respecting all as sentient beings. He shares personal stories, such as his connection with a bearded dragon named Spikey, who helped children with similar challenges. The episode also addresses the significance of companion-animal welfare, education, and agency, with Dr. Fine stressing the importance of recognising the non-verbal cues of companion-animals and respecting their boundaries. Please subscribe to get notified about our next podcast! Follow us on : X: @TheAnthrozoopod Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/anthrozoopod/  TikTok @anthrozoology_ To access audio versions please our official Website: https://anthrozoopod.wixsite.com/anthrozoopod Podlet Guest Dr Aubrey Fine email: ahfine@gmail.com Websites: https://www.aubreyhfine.com/ PodCrew Dr. Kris Hill https://academiccatlady.com/ Dr. Michelle Szydlowski ms835@exeter.ac.uk www.internationalelephants.org @intl_elephants Sarah Oxley Heaney PhD Candidate, University of Exeter sh750@exeter.ac.uk ​ www.kissingsharks.com/ N.B. Copyright of image behind Sarah in the video is held by Cristina Zenato. References ​​Fine, A.H. et al. (2023) The Routledge International Handbook of Human-Animal Interactions and Anthrozoology, The Routledge International Handbook of Human-Animal Interactions and Anthrozoology. Routledge. Available at: https://doi.org/10.4324/9781032153346. Fine, A.H. (2014) Our Faithful Companions - Exploring the essence of our kinship with animals. Alpine Pubns Inc. Available at: https://www.aubreyhfine.com/faithful-companion. Fine, A.H. (2019) ‘Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy: Foundations and Guidelines for Animal-Assisted Interventions', Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy: Foundations and Guidelines for Animal-Assisted Interventions, pp. 1–515. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/C2017-0-03315-3. https://www.hse.ru/data/2019/04/24/1182243591/[Aubrey_H._Fine]_Handbook_on_Animal-Assisted_Thera(z-lib.org).pdf Fine, A.H. and J, E.C. (2016) Afternoons with Puppy - Inspirations from a Therapist and His Animals. ‎Purdue University Press. Available at: https://www.press.purdue.edu/9781557537669/. Thefamilydog (2015) Stop The 77. YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABDrhNBwdpk.

Epic underwater photography and videography are some of the incredible accomplishments of Kewin Lorenzen. He's a shark conservationist, cave diving explorer, tech diver, artist, and above all, an underwater photographer. He's shot several renowned videos and photos for TV programs and sits on the board of directors for “People of the Water”, a non-profit dedicated to strengthening human understanding of our oceans. Finally, he works together with his spouse, Cristina Zenato, who is famously known for her underwater work with sharks. We discuss tricks to becoming a better underwater photographer, videographer, cave diving, and of course, the challenges of working together as a couple. Kewin is originally from Denmark and now lives and works with Cristina in the Bahamas. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kewin.lorenzen/ Kewin Lorenzen Website: http://kewinlorenzen.com/ People of the Water: https://pownonprofit.org/ – Kenny Dyal is the host of The Scuba Diving Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenny_dyal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetwater_scuba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realkennydyal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennydyal X: https://twitter.com/RealKennyDyal www.sweetwaterscuba.com

In this first episode of Season 2, we're chatting with Cristina Zenato: the incredible shark diver, conservationist, and cave explorer! Cristina talks with us about conservation efforts in the Bahamas, the importance of taking small action to make a big difference, and how caves can provide insights into climate change. Her fieldwork with sharks and caves allows her to share a unique perspective on our relationship to Earth, and we explore the ideas of environmental pragmatism and fact-checking internet videos. Enjoy this rambling, insightful convo with a passionate & respected ocean explorer.

In Episode 10, we chat with the incredible Christina Zenato, one of the first people to inspire me to dive with sharks and conquer my fear of them. As a resident of the Bahamas, Cristina shares her passion for the underwater world, particularly the magical cave systems that surround her home. Join us as we explore how she fell in love with sharks, learn about her work in the dive community, and hear some of her incredible stories, challenges and life lessons along the way. Don't miss this inspiring conversation! If you have any questions, visit Cristina's website at www.christinazenato.com.IG and Twitter: @CristinaZenato

Alannah Vellacott is truly a creature of the Caribbean Waters, in every possible sense. She's been famously dubbed "The Real Life Little Mermaid" by many notable figures, and for good reason. Aside from freediving, scuba diving, working on several Shark Week episodes, and simply living the Island Life we all dream about… she actually works to preserve and rebuild the very world that sustains her lifestyle (and the planet, for that matter!) Land Based Coral restoration with Coral Vita is a unique process that she explains with great enthusiasm during our interview. It's a system that allows coral to grow up to 50 times faster than it would in the wild, helping revitalize dead or dying reefs. Alannah is wildly connected, seen working with the likes of André Musgrove, Cristina Zenato, Scuba Radio, and even Samuel Jackson.  A flagship citizen of Grand Bahama Island, Alannah is armed with a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences, with an extensive resumé ranging from Cape Eleuthra Institute, BREEF, Perry institute for Marine Sciences, and a Scuba Instructor with over 16 years of diving. I got to hang out with Alannah at The 2023 DEMA show in New Orleans, where she not only represented Coral Vita, but put on a show with fellow Mermaids bringing an incredibly fun vibe to the festivities. BIG THANK YOU: All underwater footage, facility footage and drone footage of Coral Restoration and Bahamas footage courtesy of Coral Vita. Alannah's contact info: IG: https://www.instagram.com/alannahvellacott/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alannahvellacott Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alannahvellacott Coral Vita Website: https://www.coralvita.co/ Alannah Vellacott Personal Website: https://www.alannahvellacott.com/ — Kenny Dyal is the host of The Scuba Diving Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenny_dyal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetwater_scuba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realkennydyal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennydyal Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealKennyDyal www.sweetwaterscuba.com

Gemma and Ian chat to Agnieszka Hrynkiewicz.  Agnieszka is the Sales & Marketing Director and COO at Santi Diving.  Sanit is a manufacturer of premium quality dry suits and dive undersuits and a distributor of technical and recreational diving equipment. A recognized leader in the diving industry worldwide, with a presence in 20 distribution markets and more than 40 direct markets. Today Santi is a company where 150 people work to deliver the best drysuits to our fellow divers. Gemma and Ian give an update on their summer and some exciting news too!  https://www.linkedin.com/in/agnieszkahrynkiewicz/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/40924536/admin/ https://www.youtube.com/user/SantiDiving https://www.facebook.com/SANTIdiving/ https://www.instagram.com/santidiving/ Lundy Diving and Snorkelling Trips - https://www.lundydiving.co.uk/ Swanage Pier -  https://www.swanagepiertrust.com/ Maria Munn - https://www.instagram.com/uwcompactcameracoach/ Sea Lion Boards -  https://www.sealionboards.com/       use code BIGSCUBA Ocean Reef Full Face Masks - https://diving.oceanreefgroup.com/ Cristina Zenato - https://cristinazenato.com/ Kewin Lornezen -  https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/?hl=en-gb North Walsham and Dilham Canal Trust - https://nwdct.org/   The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90.   “Beyond Technical”   Narked at 90    Large Enough To Cope, Small Enough To Care   Whether thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements     https://www.narkedat90.com/   Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference. Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924   Or use our social media platforms. We hope you have enjoyed this episode of The BiG Scuba Podcast.  To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: We are on Instagram                     @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook                      @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter                          @the_big_scuba  The BiG Scuba Website                  www.thebigscuba.com Amazon Store :                                https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/thebigscuba Visit   https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you.

***To donate directly to the MAUI FIRES FUNDRAISER, please visit this page: https://ilimanator.com/maui/ *** Founder of @deepseamagazine Jeff Scott has launched so many locally-focused brands that I had trouble keeping up. In fact, I really wanted to know HOW he found time for them all, and do it so seamlessly. That was one of many questions I had the honor of asking him throughout the interview, but the main focus was on the new DeepSea Magazine channel. DeepSea channel has featured everyone from Fabien Cousteau, to the upcoming collaboration with Cristina Zenato. While DeepSea Mag took center stage, we also discussed his DeepSea Locker clothing brand, co branded by big-named conservationists such as Paul Degelder. Jeff's work in film production, advertising, content creation and of course, as a Navy Salvage Diver, gives him first-hand experience in all things “Made Under Pressure”, which is his signature trademark and tagline. Jeff creates and connects locally-based community pages including the “Stay Local” channels and clothing lines. These support outdoor recreation and conservation in areas he has experience working in, such as San Diego, Hawaii and of course, Lake Tahoe. He currently works directly with a local touring operation in Lake Tahoe called “Tahoe Guides”, where he is physically based. -- DeepSea Magazine: https://deepseamgzn.vhx.tv/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deepseamagazine/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepseamagazine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepseamagazine DeepSea Locker: https://www.deepseaco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/deepsealocker/ Tahoe Guides: https://www.laketahoetoursandrentals.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tahoeguides/ Stay Local Lake Tahoe: https://www.staylocalstore.com/ Stay Local Hawaii - https://www.instagram.com/staylocal.hawaii/ Stay Local San Diego - https://www.instagram.com/staylocal.sd/ Shark Research Unit: https://www.instagram.com/sharkresearchunit/ https://shark-research.com/ — Kenny Dyal is the host of The Scuba Diving Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenny_dyal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetwater_scuba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realkennydyal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennydyal Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealKennyDyal www.sweetwaterscuba.com

Sharks have survived five global mass extinctions yet, now, many of their species are endangered due to human activities and myths. Cristina Zenato works to reverse this. She is an ocean and cave explorer, shark behaviorist and expert, dive instructor, speaker, writer, and conservationist. She has helped to change the perception of sharks through the close encounters she has with these animals. They often allow her to pet them and even remove hooks from their mouths! Cristina was a vital player in helping to declare the Bahamas as a shark sanctuary when external fisheries were looking to come in and take them from Bahamian waters. She also works all over the world advocating for these often maligned creatures and for the conservation of the waters they live in.We talk about what it's like to, literally, have a shark in your lap, how it's crucial that we know that not all sharks are the same, the dangers sharks are facing, and what would happen to us if they are removed from the ecosystem.ResourcesHer website  Her nonprofit, People of the Water  If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe, rate and review it! This helps to boost its visibility. Healthy Seas is a marine conservation organization whose mission is to tackle the ghost fishing phenomenon and turn this waste into an opportunity for a more circular economy. They do this through clean-ups, prevention, education, and working with partners who recycle and repurpose this material. The podcast is hosted by Crystal DiMiceli.

Cristina Zenato, aka "The Mother of Sharks" joins me on this episode to discuss her fascinating life journey that has led her to the Bahamas where she has befriended and frequently interacts with Caribbean reef sharks. She is a PADI Course Director, NSS-CDS Advanced Cave diving instructor, TDI Technical Instructor and specializes in shark diving and shark behavior. We discuss how she is one of the first in the world to have been able to induce a state of relaxation in the Caribbean Reef sharks through gentle touch. To the observer, this looks like the shark is falling asleep in her lap. Sharks know her and her touch and seem to seek the connection and contact. Witnessing this interaction, directly while diving with Cristina or remotely by watching her numerous contributions to television documentaries and reading about her work in magazines, has created a change in perception from the general public. It has helped dissolve misconceptions and preconceptions about sharks. Cristina and her sharks have become ambassadors for many other species and animals in the world. Through her work, she helps her sharks by removing hooks from their mouths and parasites. She helps scientists collect data to support research and has developed a Caribbean Reef Shark Diver Distinctive Specialty. Cristina is also constantly working on the exploration and record of caves, to determine their location, connection to the surrounding eco-systems and promoting their conservation. Follow Cristina: Cristinazenato.com IG: @cristinazenato LI: Cristina Zenato Vimeo: Cristina Zenato Email: czenato@gmail.com

Gemma and Ian talk about their open water qualification dives in their Neptune 3 Full Face Masks.  It was a bit chilly!   They then talk more about the UK Go Diving Show and how great it was.  The episode is finished with three interviews with Cristina Zenato, Kewin Lorenzen, Chris Jewel and Patrick Widmann.   The BiG Scuba Podcast is brought to you by Narked at 90.   “Beyond Technical”   Narked at 90    Large Enough To Cope, Small Enough To Care   Whether thinking of moving across to tech diving or completely new to diving, Narked at 90 can advise and guide on the best equipment and set up for your personal or commercial requirements   https://www.narkedat90.com/   Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference.   Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924   Or use our social media platforms.   We are on Instagram              @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook              @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter                  @the_big_scuba  The BiG Scuba Website                       www.thebigscuba.com Amazon Store :                                   https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/thebigscuba   Visit   https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you.  

Cristina Zenato explains how shark tourism is helping protect sharks in places like the Bahamas and elsewhere. She talks about the benefit and value the sharks bring to the local communities, as well as some of the objections to shark feeding. Cristina directly analyzes the practice of lionfish feeding, and other types of shark feeding for shark tourism. This is a must for anyone who questions the practice of shark diving with food in the water, with an extremely insightful anecdote laden with relatable analogies. This is Part 2 of the complete Cristina Zenato interview with Kenny Dyal. Be sure to watch or listen to Part 1 which dives into shark behavior, opinions on aquariums, and how she stays so energized, accomplished and positive in daily life. Follow or learn more about the incredible works of Cristina Zenato here: https://cristinazenato.com https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ CREDIT: Underwater shark diving video of Cristina in action removing hooks, courtesy of Kewin Lorenzen (©Cristina Zanato) https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/ https://www.facebook.com/kewin.lorenzen – All other B-Roll provided by Kenny Dyal with special thanks to Katie Reich. Also a big thanks to Rayna Onan (https://www.tiktok.com/@oceanraysphotography) for an impressive Lemon Shark demonstration prominently featured throughout this video. Easter Egg: Did you happen to spot the Snooty the Lemon Shark cameo? https://www.instagram.com/snooty_the_lemon_shark/ – Kenny Dyal is the host of The Scuba Diving Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenny_dyal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetwater_scuba LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennydyal Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealKennyDyal www.sweetwaterscuba.com

An icon of positivity, Cristina Zenato gets charmingly candid with her anecdotes for aquariums, sharks, conservation, and life in general. From mapping underwater cave systems to removing hooks from sharks' mouths, Cristina is a champion of conservation and motivation. She also discusses her stance on whether aquariums are good or bad, while diving into the issue of animals in captivity. She talks about her famous sharks, how she gets to know them, and keys to understanding shark behavior. Stay tuned for the immediate follow-up interview, specifically discussing her analysis of shark tourism and shark diving. Follow or learn more about the incredible works of Cristina Zenato here: https://cristinazenato.com https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ CREDIT: Underwater shark diving video of Cristina in action removing hooks, courtesy of Kewin Lorenzen (©Cristina Zanato) https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/ https://www.facebook.com/kewin.lorenzen – All other B-Roll provided by Kenny Dyal with special thanks to Katie Reich Kenny Dyal is the host of The Scuba Diving Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenny_dyal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetwater_scuba LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennydyal Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealKennyDyal www.sweetwaterscuba.com

Seit Horrorfilmen wie der „Der Weiße Hai“ sind uns diese Tiere als menschenfressende Maschinen bekannt. Deshalb ist es unvorstellbar, was Cristina Zenato erlebt …

Luke Tipple is joined by “the shark whisperer,” Cristina Zenato. She's a professional diver, shark expert and founder of People of the Water. Cristina discusses the amazing work she does in the Bahamas, having Caribbean reef sharks relax in her lap. She's been working with sharks for 30 years and has had first hand experiences connecting with reef sharks with different personalities. The two discuss shark cognitive instincts, memory passed through DNA and shark's emotions and personalities. After 30 years of working with sharks, she attests to the fact that sharks are the safest animal to interact with on the planet.   Connect with the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shark-week-the-podcast/id1527053422Follow Discovery+ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoveryplus/Follow Luke Tipple on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luketipple/Learn More About Shark Week: https://www.discovery.com/shark-weekStart your free trial of discovery+: https//www.discoveryplus.com/sharkpodFind episode transcripts here: https://shark-weeks-daily-bite.simplecast.com/episodes/s3-ep20-cristine-zenato-on-why-sharks-are-the-safest-animal-to-interact-with-on-the-planet

Do you need a holiday? You are in luck! We are taking you on a trip to the Bahamas. White sands, turquoise water and … lots of sharks. The Bahamas are a shark haven and they have a strong advocate here. Our guest has dived with sharks for more than 20 years and understands them like only very few people do. The sharks keep coming to her and having their fishing hooks removed. Our guest has dedicated her life to protect sharks and to change our perception of them. We are on the beautiful island of Grand Bahama, one of 700 islands in the Bahamas. Cat went diving with Cristina Zenato to witness her shark skills firsthand. Cristina is Italian born but has called the Bahamas home for 28 years now. She is a scuba and cave diving instructor and conservationist. Links: Cristina's NGO 'People of the Water': https://pownonprofit.org/ Cristina's personal website: https://cristinazenato.com/

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Gemma and Ian chat to Cristina Zenato and Kewin Lorenzen.   Cristina and Kewin have been on the podcast before, in 2020 and in 2021 so we invited them back to have a catch up on the last year and what plans they have for the future.    https://cristinazenato.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/ https://www.facebook.com/czunderwater https://www.facebook.com/kewin.lorenzen https://pownonprofit.org/ https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/   OTHER LINKS TO ITEMS DISCUSSED ON THE PODCAST   ,,,,,,   Please give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us as each share and like makes a difference.     Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924   Or use our social media platforms.   We are on Instagram              @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook              @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter                  @the_big_scuba  The BiG Scuba Website           www.thebigscuba.com Amazon Store :                       https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/thebigscuba   New episodes of The BiG Scuba Podcast go live on a Monday around noon UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out.   The BiG Scuba Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons.     Visit   https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you.  

In this weeks episode, I have a discussion with Cristina Zenato, who is a shark researcher and has been featured on multiple Shark Week Shows. She was also inducted in the Women Divers Hall of Fame. We talk about her memorable shark experiences (like having a 9 foot shark sit on her lap), threats to sharks, the truth about our fear of sharks, and how you can help protect sharks. You can donate to Cristina's non-profit, People of the Water, by pressing this link: https://pownonprofit.org/donate-2/Dive right into this episode and take a bite into shark research

Do you want to start something new but worry about how you would manage things when it gets tougher? Cristina Zenato is a shark behavoourist & underwater cave explorer from the Bahamas. She shares an important lesson on how to stick with something when times get tough in today's Daily mental fit bit.

Gemma and Ian chat to Jhénelle Williams.  Jhenelle is originally from Jamaica but based in London and currently doing her Masters in Climate Change.   She came into diving via her Ocean Engineering course and from there she has completed her rescue and shark diving certifications.  She had some training with Cristina Zenato and experienced close encounters with sharks.  Jhenelle aims to use her studies to raise awareness for ocean conservation.   From Jhenelles ocean engineering background, designing and building offshore renewable systems; she aims to transition to a more investigative role. Focusing on utilizing nuclear techniques to understand the marine environment. IG: https://www.instagram.com/islandgirlfindingherway/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/islandgirlfhw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/islandgirlfindingherway LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jhénellewilliams Webpage: https://about.me/jhenellewilliams   Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924 Or use our social media platforms. We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba  The BiG Scuba Website     www.thebigscuba.com

Gemma and Ian have reached 100 episodes!  They both chat about the BiG Scuba Podcast Journey.   They do a lucky dip and  talk about three episodes. Episode 37  Mike Valentine    https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=16633451 Episode 76  Cristina Zenato and Kewin Lorenzen    https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=18941666 Episode 26 Phil Short    https://oembed.libsyn.com/embed?item_id=15631457 Gemmas scuba journey is covered and her new role as a volunteer for HM Coastguard. Gemma and Ian round the review up by thanking partners, supporter etc and their plans for the future. ..Thank you for listening.   ISSN Number 2752-6127   Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924 Or use our social media platforms.   We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba    The BiG Scuba Website     www.thebigscuba.com

About the Guest: Cristina Zenato is the Director of Training at Underwater Explorers Society, Founder of People of the Water (501c3 whose mission is to widen the conduction and distribution of training, education, research, in relation to water, ocean, and environmental issues), she is experienced working with different species of shark in the wild with specialization in safely handling Caribbean Reef Sharks (hold up… did I just say, safely handling…got to watch an incredible video of Cristina called THE SHARK DANCER), PADI Course Director and Author PADI stands for Professional Association of Diving Instructors -, extensive background in cave and technical diving (most of which she donates her time to the Bahamas National Trust), active member of Women Divers Hall of Fame, Youth Educator, & Personal Development Speaker and literally countless honors and awards… we gots to get on with the show.  Cristina also speaks 6 languages, she has accomplished 8000 + dives, 1600 + shark feeding dives, 600+ cave dives, 1000+ mixed gas dives and has been in countless moves, videos, and photoshoots.TOTD: “In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.”  Albert Camus In this episode Cristina discusses:SEASPIRACY – Essential Teacher/Mentor – Ben Rose   Ampullae of Lorenzini – electroreceptor cells that are jelly filled pores around the animals nose and mouth that when rubbed induce a relaxed stateTaking out her first hook of a sharks mouth70% of the earth's surface is water, ocean soaks up the earths heat and redistributes via the Great Ocean Conveyer Belt, the ocean absorbs at least 30% of Carbon Dioxide, in order to do so, THE CHAIN OF NATURE needs to be protected … and many other incredible thoughts and insight.Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.

It's a year since Gemma and Ian spoke with Cristina Zenato and produced Episodes 9, 12 and 21.  We also spoke to Kevin Lorenzen on Episode 13.  The year of 2020 was challenging for everyone but we hear that for both Cristina and Kewin it was a positive year with changes made to bring them both into 2021 with fresh ideas.  We hear how the sharks are and what amazing progress has been made with the cave exploration and the People of the Water Charity.   https://www.facebook.com/czunderwater https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ https://twitter.com/CristinaZenato     https://www.facebook.com/kewin.lorenzen https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/     https://www.facebook.com/peopleofthewater https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ https://pownonprofit.org/   ISSN Number 2752-6127   Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924 Or use our social media platforms.   We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba    The BiG Scuba Website     www.thebigscuba.com

This week Teresa and Amy talk about a 70-year-old rower who traveled 3,000 miles to help people with Alzheimer's, Cristina Zenato who reaches into the mouths of wild sharks to help them out (plus lots of shark facts), and two companies that are helping the environment while making cool and fashionable products.  Plus Teresa and Amy give a few updates on some of their ongoing projects!We would love to hear from you.  Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com or give us your comments on our website, TangentialInspiration.com.Follow us on our social media:Website: https://tangentialinspiration.com/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tangentialinspiration/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Podcast/Tangential-Inspiration-110449931124565/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1

Its a year since Gemma and Ian spoke with Cristina Zenato and Kewin Lorenzen in the Bahamas so we had a catch up via zoom on the progress they have made through 2020.    Full version is available soon.

Ian and Gemma chat about what they have been up to including a refresher dive in the pool and then calling a dive based on the Any Any Any Any Any Any rule that Cristina Zenato stated on social media last November.  They discus some news items and talk about current promotions from DarkTyde and Hapi Bottles.   There are YouTube videos showing our unboxing of T-shirts, Hapi Bottles and a Fourth Element Storm Poncho.   Refresher Dive in the pool at Christal Seas Norwich.  https://www.scuba4me.co.uk/   Sophie O'Dea becomes world's youngest female Junior Master Diver https://www.scubadivermag.com/sophie-odea-becomes-worlds-youngest-female-junior-master-diver/   SSI, the world's largest professional dive business[1]based training agency, has launched its new specialty program Decompression Diving.    For more information about SSI, MyDiveGuide and Blue Oceans: Visit SSI on www.divessi.com   The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has announced an update to the classification status for 40 sharks and rays species, and it ain't good news.    https://sharks.panda.org/news-blogs-updates/latest-news/nearly-40-sharks-and-rays-reclassified-as-threatened-including-one-species-of-ray-already-possibly-extinct     We have a new partner called Hapi Bottles.  They supply  sleek, durable and eco-friendly travel mugs fit for everybody including children.  Hapi Bottles have been designed to create an iconic, stylish look whilst simultaneously reducing the price that the Earth has to pay. They maintain the temperature of hot drinks for up to 12 hours and cold drinks for up to 24 hours.  BPA-Free plastic and inner and outer walls made with 304 stainless steel to maximize durability.  Presented in a luxurious, fully recyclable, cardboard cylinder packaging and premium tissue paper, a HAPI travel mug is an ideal gift choice for family and friends.   We can offer a 20% discount to you!   https://hapibottles.com/discount/BIGSCUBA?rfsn=5592580.d75f5b BIGSCUBA   https://youtu.be/F18w3NFLaQI https://youtu.be/9p4iKvbEQ_k https://youtu.be/YJD_KdUchfQ     We have a new link up with a clothing company called  Dark Tyde.  https://darktyde.com/custom-divewear/Their mission is to make affordable, sustainable divewear. All the diving T-shirts and hoodies are: Ocean-friendly, made with certified 100% organic cotton. Made with entirely renewable energy and eco-friendly inks. Delivered in zero-plastic packaging (with free, no-quibble returns) Check out the You Tube Videos:   https://youtu.be/Ub92LZAGClw       Fourth Element Storm Poncho is available to buy using this link  https://fourthelement.com/product-category/oceanpositive/storm-ponchos/?fesalt=FEWSPFVIVKRKRSD Check out the YouTube video      https://youtu.be/76tn2Z78hm4   Contact Gemma and Ian with your messages, ideas and feedback via The BiG Scuba Bat Phone    +44 7810 005924 Or use our social media platforms.   We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba    The BiG Scuba Website     www.thebigscuba.com  

Let me tell you about my next guest.  This wonderful lady is a course director, shark behaviorist, conservationist , public speaker, and founder of the nonprofit organization - People of the water, a member of the explorers club.  She has also been inducted into the women divers hall of fame, is a member of the ocean artists society and the recipient of the platinum pro 5,000 as well as being a writer and listed as an actor on IMDB.  Also known as the shark dancer, the shark whisperer, and the mother of sharks. Join me as I discuss a range of topics with Cristina, including her exploration and mapping of the uncharted caves hidden beneath the Bahamas, shark conservation, life on an island, living with hurricanes, fitness and tuition of budding shark enthusiasts and that's before we get onto the topic of hook removal! Cristina's website People of the Water non-profit websiteFacebook, Instagram, TwitterYoutube video - Cristina removing hooks from sharks (9 mill views)

Welcome to episode 7 of season 2.  In this episode, you can look forward to… The latest scuba diving, freediving, ocean, and diving travel news that has happened in the last week from around the world underwater with Host Stephan Whelan and co-host Sarah Richard.Then co-host Linden Wolbert speaks with Annie Crawley or "Ocean Annie" as she is known. Annie shares her views on what it means to be a diver in the ocean and an incredible experience she had with a humpback mother whale in Tonga.We then hear a top tip from the "mother of sharks" Cristina Zenato as she offers up that things don't always need to be new. And then finally we hear a Best Dive Ever from Jonathan Self who explains the magic of Mexico's Cenotes.The DeeperBlue Podcast is brought to you by Suunto.  Finnish engineering pioneering adventure from mountain top to ocean floor since 1936.Don't forget to give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us - every share and like really makes a difference!

Welcome to episode 6 of season 2.  In this episode, you can look forward to… The latest scuba diving, freediving, ocean, and diving travel news that has happened in the last week from around the world underwaterThen we speak with Underwater Explorer Cristina Zenato - known to many of us as the "Shark Whisperer" as she tells us about her life living with sharks.We then hear from Jennifer Idol who talks about what it is to be a better underwater photographer.And then finally we hear an incredible Best Dive Ever from Abingdon Mullin.The DeeperBlue Podcast is brought to you by Suunto.  Finnish engineering pioneering adventure from mountain top to ocean floor since 1936.Don't forget to give us ★★★★★, leave a review, and tell your friends about us - every share and like really makes a difference!

What a guest to open with! The remarkable Cristina Zenato; ocean and cave diving guru; shark whisper; speaker, writer and conservationist. Cristina is known for her special relationship with her local sharks and her passion for promoting the protection of all sharks in the world. Her current projects include shark photogrammetry and identification of sharks' mating and birth areas; creating interactive and 3D cave maps, and using photography and videography of these uncharted areas in the Bahamas to light for the public. In 2019 she founded the nonprofit People of the Water www.pownonprofit.org, an organisation to widen the conduction and distribution of training, education, research, and studies relating to water, ocean and environmental issues, affecting both the people and the animals of the oceans and caves. After twenty-seven years Cristina is still diving and pushing the boundaries of our knowledge. Cristina has been inducted in the Women Divers Hall of Fame, the Explorers Club, the Ocean Artists Society. To find out more about Cristina, her sharks and caves and the wonderful People of the Water foundation follow the links below:Website: www.cristinazenato.comWebsite: www.pownonprofit.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5OxtcCvv9wNe-VbasQqj-AInstagram: cristinazenato; peopleofthewaterTwitter: @CristinaZenato

Cristina Zenato, a professional diver since 1994, Cristina is an ocean and cave explorer, a shark behaviorist, photographer, speaker, writer, and conservationist.Cristina believes in the power of education and uses her writing and speaking to empower women, inspire younger generations, and teach about conservation. Cristina is a member of the Explorers Club, The Women Divers Hall of Fame, and Ocean Artists Society, and she is the founder of the nonprofit People of the Water.

Cristina Zenato grew up in South Africa and always knew her life’s work would involve the ocean. What she didn’t know is that she’d end up in the Bahamas swimming with sharks.For more information about Cristina and her work with sharks, you can visit her website, or follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and FacebookListen ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening. Available in the Wondery App. Tell us what’s making you smile! Send a voice memo to smile@wondery.com Our theme song is “Smile” by Ryan Innes--Support us by supporting our sponsors!Get a free home security camera with your purchase of a SimpliSafe security system. Go to SimpliSafe.com/DAILYSMILE

Stefanie Brendl, founder of Shark Allies, warns that using a shark-derived product in a Covid-19 vaccine could be a death sentence for some sharks. Cristina Zenato, shark professional, challenges the Hollywood portrayal of sharks. Tom Kapitany tells the story of Rosie the taxidermied shark, who was found in an abandoned wildlife park in 2018 and now has a new home.

A specialist and educator in shark diving, shark behavior, cave diving and PADI course instruction, Cristina Zenato has devoted her life to studying oceans and dispelling the myths surrounding sharks. Hear how sharks communicate and what we can learn from them about self-acceptance, how a vacation turned into a vocation, Cristina's life-long love for the sea and how to view pieces of this pandemic through a lens of possibility. • Follow Cristina Zenato on Twitter and Instagram @cristinazenato and visit her website at cristinazenato.com. You can find information about her non-profit People of the Water by visiting https://pownonprofit.org. • Subscribe to support the Another Door Opens podcast for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/anotherdooropens and know you’re making the world a better place one conversation at a time. • Follow the Another Door Opens podcast on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook at @stephhimango and @podcastado. • Visit https://www.stephaniehimango.com to learn more about host, Stephanie Himango. • Another Door Opens theme music by Eric Brown. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to Dive In The Podcast, your favorite podcast about all types of diving, SCUBA, Tec, Freediving, and more, we cover it all. Every week on Monday we post new episodes filled with diving news, interesting dive topics, ocean advocacy, and much more. Join Justin, Nic, April, and Amit the hosts of Dive in The Podcast. Cristina Zenato is a PADI Course Director, NSS-CDS Advanced Cave Diving Instructor, TDI Technical Instructor, and specializes in shark diving and shark behaviour. She's well known for her work with Caribbean Reef Sharks in The Bahamas and initiated the movement that led to the full protection of sharks in The Bahamas. Along with making great strides in cave exploration. She's a member of the Women Divers Hall of Fame, The Explorers Club, the Ocean Arts Society and a recipient of the SSI Platinum Pro 5000. Special Guest: Cristina Zenato cristinazenato.com Instagram: @cristinazenato Episode Links: News: World's deepest swimming pool opens in Poland with a depth of 148ft and underwater wreck for divers to explore Book: Sensuous Seas: Tales of a Marine Biologist by Eugene H. Kaplan Episode Sponsor: TorpedoRays.com Find Us At- www.DiveInPod.com Contact and Subscription Links - https://linktr.ee/diveinthepodcast Find us on Social Media- This Podcast @DiveInPod April Weickert @aprilweickert Justin Miller @idiveok Nicolas Winkler @nicolaswinklerphotography NicolasWinkler.com Torpedo Rays @torpedorays Seafoxes @seafoxes_ Halifax Freediving Club @halifaxfreedivingclub Music Credits: RetroFuture Dirty Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4278-retrofuture-dirty License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Upbeat Forever by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5011-upbeat-forever License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ RetroFuture Clean by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4277-retrofuture-clean License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod Link: incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3976-life-of-riley License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Welcome to the Travelman Podcast! I’m your host Ben, and if you’re joining me for the first time then I say hello and thank you for listening, and if you’re a returning listener then I say thanks for listening! On today’s episode, we’ll be talking about a few things like some travelling around Australia which I want to do. I’ll be talking about being finally let out of lockdown, which is great and not having to wear masks which is even better, keep listening! So first off, hello listener! I hope you’ve been well through this period of time. It’s been a while since I have chatted to you. I hope you enjoyed the last episode, which featured Cristina Zenato the Shark Whisperer…… Follow Travelman Podcast: iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/travelman-podcast/id1281446908 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2bfulkX1dTkOb50MaCm0NN Libsyn: travelmanpodcast.libsyn.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/travelmanpodcast/ Instagram: instagram.com/travelmanpodcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/TravelmanPod Tune In: tunein.com/podcasts/Travel/Travelman-Podcast-p1103948/ Stitcher: stitcher.com/podcast/ben-dow/travelman-podcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC3cYw4pCrK3C-Rty3zmw-eQ Travelman Podcast website: travelmanpodcast.com/ Travelman Podcast email: travelmanpodcast@gmail.com

Today’s guest is known as The Mother of Sharks and is the founder of People of the Water. She has been a professional diver for 36 years. Her career is centred on changing people’s perceptions of sharks. Her work helps people realize and appreciate how vital these creatures are for the conservation of the oceans. Meet Cristina Zenato. Cristina Zenato believes that knowledge and repetition are the keys to understanding and mastery. She constantly carries a mind that is open and eyes that pay attention to her environment.

Welcome to the Travelman Podcast! I’m your host Ben, and if you’re joining me for the first time then I say hello and thanks for listening, if you’re a returning listener then I say thanks for returning! Today’s episode is a continuation of my chat with Cristina Zenato who’s a professional diver, shark whisperer, and the founder of People of the Water. In the first part of this episode we spoke about removing hooks from Sharks mouths and cave diving so if you haven’t heard part 1 please go back and listen to that before you hear part 2. So, sit back and enjoy the podcast!   Follow Cristina: Website: cristinazenato.com/ Facebook Page: facebook.com/czunderwater/ Instagram: @cristinazenato Twitter: @CristinaZenato   Additional Information: People of the Water: pownonprofit.org/   Follow Travelman Podcast: iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/travelman-podcast/id1281446908 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2bfulkX1dTkOb50MaCm0NN Libsyn: travelmanpodcast.libsyn.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/travelmanpodcast/ Instagram: instagram.com/travelmanpodcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/TravelmanPod Tune In: tunein.com/podcasts/Travel/Travelman-Podcast-p1103948/ Stitcher: stitcher.com/podcast/ben-dow/travelman-podcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC3cYw4pCrK3C-Rty3zmw-eQ Travelman Podcast website: travelmanpodcast.com/ Travelman Podcast email: travelmanpodcast@gmail.com

Ep22 Inspiring Cristina Zenato, Shark Listener, Cave Diver, Conservationist, Explorer & Educator! Ep22 Cristina Zenato, Shark Listener, Cave Diver, Conservationist, Explorer, Educator & Inspiring!In this episode Jim goes solo again and speaks with the truly inspiring Cristina Zenato, a chilled and relaxed chat we find out more about how she ended up in the Bahamas by accident and never went there for the sharks but soon found she had a gift with them, over theyears they have become 'her Sharks' , they all have names and personalities, find out about grandma, stumpy, crook, Vulcan, Trek and Black Spot who only goes to see Cristina for help!Cristina is a true ambassador for the Oceans and its inhabitants but especially the sharks not just in the Bahamas where Cristina lives but all across the world, changing perceptions of these magnificent creatures!We found out how they seek her attention and interaction and sees herself as a Shark Listener not a Shark Whisperer, how she still after 25-26 years of study, observation and research on these beautiful animals and after removing over 300 hooks from them , that she is still criticised for touching them! Cristina is creating a positive awareness of Sharks worlwide and has been inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame for the years of dedication, research and study on Sharks!Jim really enjoyed this chat and was in awe of everything she has achieved, listen to the guardian of the ocean tell you just a very small part of her story so faryou can even find out hoe to go on a Shark Handling Course and dive one on one with Cristina, Jim is Signed up already!!please consider subscribing this is the best way to support us and you get all our existing content and new content as its released

Cristina Zenato, Underwater Explorer, has been called “The Guardian of the Ocean” and “The Shark Whisperer” for reasons you’ll learn in our next fascinating conversation with Co-Hosts Dr. Chick Morgan and Rodney Bursiel.

Who knew sharks could be friends? Today will be an exciting episode as we learn more about sharks, marine life, and the role of humans in protecting them. Our guest Cristina Zenato is a Diver, Conservationist, Cave Explorer, and Shark Professional. She has lived in the Bahamas for years now and has been very active in bringing change to people’s views and interaction with the aquatic world for the better. Sharks are very misunderstood creatures, Cristina says. Listen to this episode of the Fire In The Belly Podcast as she shares more about her ‘friends’, her advocacy, some personal stories, and her career journey!    KEY TAKEAWAYS Activate your ‘Do not disturb’ mode. Sometimes, we have to be wary about what we let in and out of our system. Maybe keeping a distance from external influences (e.g. social media) from time to time will help you focus on things that matter to you. She remembers how difficult it was for a female like her to grow up in Italy. Decades ago, people still thought that women’s existence was just for fertility, beauty, and men. Though she didn’t let it stop her from pursuing a degree and appreciate continuous learning. Protect oceans, sharks, and caves. This is Cristina’s lifelong advocacy. Together with her non-profit organisation People of the Water, they bring awareness to how people should treat the aquatic world and other environmental issues. It isn’t easy to get people jumping in your cause instantly. Cristina has seen advocates and activists get aggressive when they present their ideals. Acting like you have the moral high ground will not help you and your advocacies. Showing them how beneficial it is to them and the world will. You can start by sharing how your own little actions made positive results. “Sharks are the most innocent creatures I’ve ever met in my life.” – Cristina Zenato Cristina dedicated most of her life to studying sharks. Not just reading on textbooks, but actually swimming, observing, and even petting them. Sharks are large carnivorous animals so it’s just normal that people get terrified. But there is more that we can learn and do to also help in shark conservation. Cristina wants you to learn more about the true image of these creatures because they are significantly misunderstood. Our obligation as humans is not to disturb the marine ecosystem and make the oceans habitable for them and other creatures. This is what Cristina is most passionate about. BEST MOMENTS “I have created a life that which every day I call an expedition.” “There are no monsters under the sea; they are just what you make up in your head.” “When you love someone, you don’t want them to suffer.” “I keep absorbing, and I keep learning.” “Focus on your passion.” VALUABLE RESOURCES Know more about Cristina Zenato. Visit her official website: https://cristinazenato.com/ Learn more about People of the Water, a non-profit organisation founded by Cristina Zenato. Visit their Offcial Website: https://pownonprofit.org/ More info about the petition to ban shark fin in UK: https://www.sharkguardian.org/post/it-s-time-to-finspire-change Subscribe to Fire In The Belly Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fire-in-the-belly/id1499375061)! ABOUT THE GUEST Cristina Zenato is a PADI Course Director, NSS-CDS Advanced Cave Diving Instructor, TDI Technical Instructor, and specializes in shark diving and shark behaviour. She is also the founder of People of the Water, a non-profit organisation dedicated to change people’s relationship with aquatic world through exploration, education, and conservation. Follow Cristina Zenato Underwater Explorer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/czunderwater/ Follow Cristina Zenato on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ Connect with Cristina Zenaton on LinkedIn: https://bs.linkedin.com/in/cristinazenato Follow Cristina Zenato on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CristinaZenato Follow peopleofthewater on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ ABOUT THE HOST The ‘Mighty Pete Lonton’ from the ‘Mighty 247’ company is your main host of ‘Fire In The Belly’.  Pete is an Entrepreneur, Mentor, Coach, Property Investor, and father of 3 beautiful girls. Pete’s background is in Project Management and Property, but his true passion is the ‘Fire in The Belly’ project itself. His mission is to help others find their potential and become the mightiest version of themselves. Pete openly talks about losing both of his parents, suffering periods of depression, business downturn and burn-out, and ultimately his years spent not stoking ‘Fire In the Belly’. In 2017, at 37 years of age that changed, and he is now on a journey of learning, growing, accepting, and inspiring others. Pete can connect with people and intuitively asks questions to reveal a person’s passion and discover how to live their mightiest life. The true power of ‘Fire In The Belly’ is the Q&A’s - Questions and Actions! The ‘Fire In The Belly’ brand and the programme is rapidly expanding into podcasts, seminars, talks, business workshops, development course, and rapid results mentoring. CONTACT METHOD https://www.facebook.com/mightypetelonton/ https://uk.linkedin.com/in/mightypete https://www.facebook.com/groups/430218374211579/ Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/groups/430218374211579/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Travelman Podcast! I’m your host Ben, and if you’re joining me for the first time then I say hello and thanks for listening, if you’re a returning listener then I say thanks for returning! On today’s sharktastic episode, I’ll be chatting to Cristina Zenato who’s a professional diver, shark whisperer, and the founder of People of the Water. So, sit back and enjoy the podcast!   Follow Cristina: Website: cristinazenato.com/ Facebook Page: facebook.com/czunderwater/ Instagram: @cristinazenato Twitter: @CristinaZenato   Additional Information: People of the Water: pownonprofit.org/   Follow Travelman Podcast: iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/travelman-podcast/id1281446908 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2bfulkX1dTkOb50MaCm0NN Libsyn: travelmanpodcast.libsyn.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/travelmanpodcast/ Instagram: instagram.com/travelmanpodcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/TravelmanPod Tune In: tunein.com/podcasts/Travel/Travelman-Podcast-p1103948/ Stitcher: stitcher.com/podcast/ben-dow/travelman-podcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC3cYw4pCrK3C-Rty3zmw-eQ Travelman Podcast website: travelmanpodcast.com/ Travelman Podcast email: travelmanpodcast@gmail.com  

In this week's episode of #AbsolutelyWrite, host Aditi Surana is joined by Cristina Zenato. Cristina is a Shark Behaviorist and an Underwater Cave Explorer. She is known for her interaction with sharks in the wild and her capability to put sharks to sleep. Cristina is the founder of the non-profit, People of the Water, organized to widen the conduction and distribution of training, education, research, and studies related to water, ocean and environmental issues affecting both the people and the animals in said environments. Aditi and Cristina talk about her journey from Italy to the Bahamas, her toughest challenges, her willingness to explore new things, her title of being called the shark listener and a lot more on this episode of Absolutely Write.This engaging conversation includes:1. What made an Italian girl fall in love with sharks and move to the Bahamas?2. What did it take for Christina to build and nurture a mother-child relationship with a group of sharks over the last 26 years?3. What are the challenges in her unusual and passionate profession as an ocean conservationist and cave explorer?4. Which strokes in her handwriting depict her research-oriented thinking?Tune in to find out more on #AbsolutelyWrite with Aditi Surana.You can know more about People of the water: (www.pownonprofit.org,)Instagram: @peopleofthewater (https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/)You can know more about Cristina Zenato: (https://cristinazenato.com/)Instagram: @cristinazenato (https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/)Twitter: @CristinaZenato (https://twitter.com/CristinaZenato)Linkedin: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristinazenato/)Get in touch with our host Aditi Surana on Twitter and Instagram: @aditisurana(https://www.instagram.com/aditisurana)(https://twitter.com/Aditisurana)You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com/

Cristina is one of the first in the world to have been able to induce a state of relaxation in the Caribbean Reef sharks through gentle touch. To the observer, this looks like the shark is falling asleep in her lap. Sharks know her and her touch and seem to seek the connection and contact. Witnessing this interaction, directly while diving with Cristina or remotely by watching her numerous contributions to television documentaries and reading about her work in magazines, has created a change in perception from the general public. It has helped dissolve misconceptions and preconceptions about sharks. Cristina and her sharks have become ambassadors for many other species and animals in the world. Through her work, she helps her sharks by removing hooks from their mouths and parasites. She helps scientists collect data to support research and has developed a Caribbean Reef Shark Diver Distinctive Specialty. Cristina was the initiator of the movement that resulted in the full protection of sharks in the entire Bahamas. For More On Cristina: https://cristinazenato.com/ For More On Us: FreedomPact.co.uk

Gemma and Ian and their guest co-host, Cristina Zenato, discuss women divers and we listen to some contributions from a range of women talking about their diving life and passions. GUEST  WWW    https://cristinazenato.com/                     https://pownonprofit.org/ GUEST TWITTER               https://twitter.com/CristinaZenato GUEST FACEBOOK            https://www.facebook.com/cristina.zenato                    https://www.facebook.com/peopleofthewater/ GUEST INSTAGRAM         https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/                              https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ GUEST YOUTUBE             https://www.youtube.com/user/czunderwater GUEST EMAIL     info@cristinazenato.com EMAIL   Please email us on   thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM        We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   @gemmkemp  @ian7last FACEBOOK          We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   @gemma.kemp.14   @ian.last.50 TWITTER             We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba  @gemmkemp @ianlast7 YOUTUBE            We are on YouTube     https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKOHHItaVu2y2nZcGJBHtA PATRON               https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast WEBSITE              https://www.thebigscubapodcast.com/ MUSIC   Facebook    Telling Truths     @tellingtruthsband    Email      tellingtruthsband@gmail.com Spotify      https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DWKXf1NaG3zhMzxmm7PyP?si=PfTwIeA1SLOQgvk04C1-hw Twitter    https://twitter.com/tellingtruthsuk Instagram    www.instagram.com/tellingtruthsband/ MUSIC   Facebook   Lumine   https://www.facebook.com/Lumine-811505582530562/ Website   https://www.lumineband.com/?fbclid=IwAR0-I2icdNAfIKTFWX238fm8nqeg_VBXcil7jlcks0DvkG_dFsEsROVnhbs Email     management@lumineband.com Spotify    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3jgxO2MI9kGJ4mSHQ5pzMW  Twitter    Instagram    https://www.instagram.com/lumineband/?fbclid=IwAR0oxTwQnwdO5xHwHd6Gjmw17EtrcSG_KZFU09Ionjl1U0w3PGgRRDQllJs  

Cristina and her connection with the underwater world and its exploration, our education and its conservation.  Gemma and Ian chat to Cristina Zenato, Cristina is a recognized diving professional and shares her knowledge about the oceans, sharks, caves and scuba diving. GUEST  WWW    https://cristinazenato.com/                     https://pownonprofit.org/ GUEST TWITTER               https://twitter.com/CristinaZenato GUEST FACEBOOK            https://www.facebook.com/cristina.zenato                    https://www.facebook.com/peopleofthewater/ GUEST INSTAGRAM         https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/                              https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ GUEST YOUTUBE             https://www.youtube.com/user/czunderwater GUEST EMAIL     info@cristinazenato.com EMAIL   Please email us on   thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM        We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   @gemmkemp  @ian7last FACEBOOK          We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   @gemma.kemp.14   @ian.last.50 TWITTER             We are on Twitter  @the_big_scuba  @gemmkemp @ianlast7 YOUTUBE            We are on YouTube     https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKOHHItaVu2y2nZcGJBHtA PATRON               https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast WEBSITE              https://www.thebigscubapodcast.com/ MUSIC   Facebook    Telling Truths     @tellingtruthsband    Email      tellingtruthsband@gmail.com Spotify      https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DWKXf1NaG3zhMzxmm7PyP?si=PfTwIeA1SLOQgvk04C1-hw Twitter    https://twitter.com/tellingtruthsuk Instagram    www.instagram.com/tellingtruthsband/ MUSIC   Facebook   Lumine   https://www.facebook.com/Lumine-811505582530562/ Website   https://www.lumineband.com/?fbclid=IwAR0-I2icdNAfIKTFWX238fm8nqeg_VBXcil7jlcks0DvkG_dFsEsROVnhbs Email     management@lumineband.com Spotify    https://open.spotify.com/artist/3jgxO2MI9kGJ4mSHQ5pzMW  Twitter    Instagram    https://www.instagram.com/lumineband/?fbclid=IwAR0oxTwQnwdO5xHwHd6Gjmw17EtrcSG_KZFU09Ionjl1U0w3PGgRRDQllJs  

I was fortunate enough to talk with Cristina Zenato, an underwater cave explorer and shark enthusiast. Just over 25 years ago Cristina traveled to the Bahamas to learn how to scuba dive and soon made it her home. Cristina is a passionate cave explorer and trained diver as she has surveyed dozens of cave systems in the Bahamas. When Cristina isn't diving in underwater caves, she works with wild sharks. Specializing in shark diving and shark behavior Cristina is one of the ONLY known individuals that can induce a state of relaxation in the Caribbean reef shark. Cristina has an enormous heart and has dedicated much of her life to the well-being of the ocean. You guys HAVE to check out her website -------> cristinazenato.com

In this episode, brought to you by XDEEP with the support of the patrons of Speaking Sidemount, I catch up with British cave diver and instructor Robert Thomas. Robert has had an extraordinary beginning to his dive career, first diving at the age of 6... Joining the ranks of certified divers at the tender age of 10 before starting to cave dive in his teens. At 18 as soon as he was old enough he joined the ranks of the famed British Cave Diving Group and a year later he qualified as a full member. He's now the secretary for the Somerset Section of the CDG and when he not diving or teaching diving, he's dry caving in the caves of the UK.   Robert has progressed under the expert tutelage of his Dad, Michael Thomas and in Robert's words... has also been passed around to learn and develop with many other great divers and instructors including my guest in Ep# 33, cave explorer and shark conservationist... Cristina Zenato.   As you'll hear in this episode, there's an old head on those young shoulders and you can feel and hear the depth of thought and also training that has gone into his diving to date. It was interesting to get Robert's perspective as a young diver and instructor on the state of diving and training and where he sees things going in the future. I also take a moment to ask him about some of his recent videos on British Cave diving techniques, how these differ from what you'll see in other parts of the world, how dry caving helps cave diving, and we discuss his sidemount set up before reminiscing about our dives in Gozo Malta.   Become a patron here - https://www.patreon.com/speakingsidemount    

EPISODE.NO       Episode 13 TITLE     Episode 13   Kewin Lorenzen SUBTITILE           Kewin Lorenzen  Diving Professional, shark, CCR, cave diver and explorer. Exploring the world one dive at the time. INTRO   Ian and Gemma chat to Kewin Lorenzen.  He is a diving professional, shark diver , Closed Circuit Rebreather Diver, cave diver and explorer. He is Danish and now lives in The Bahamas and work closely with Cristina Zenato, a previous guest and great friend of the BiG Scuba Podcast..  Kewin says he is exploring the world one dive at the time.  Listen to his scuba journey... incredibly inspiring and has truly found is passion in the underwater world and passionate about exploration, education and conservation.  "Water flows through every aspect of our lives.... following that flow makes us realise that everything is vitally interconnected... Water is life!" GUEST  WWW    GUEST TWITTER               GUEST FACEBOOK            https://www.facebook.com/kewin.lorenzen GUEST INSTAGRAM         https://www.instagram.com/kewinlorenzen/ GUEST OTHER    People of the Water     www.pownonprofit.org GUEST OTHER    https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ EMAIL   Please email us on   thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM        We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   @gemmkemp  @ian7last FACEBOOK          We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   @gemma.kemp.14   @ian.last.50 TWITTER             We are on Twitter  @the_bigs_scuba  @gemmkemp @ianlast7 YOUTUBE            We are on YouTube     https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKOHHItaVu2y2nZcGJBHtA PATRON               https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast WEBSITE              https://www.thebigscubapodcast.com/ MUSIC   "Facebook    Telling Truths     @tellingtruthsband    Email      tellingtruthsband@gmail.com Spotify      https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DWKXf1NaG3zhMzxmm7PyP?si=PfTwIeA1SLOQgvk04C1-hw Twitter    https://twitter.com/tellingtruthsuk Instagram    www.instagram.com/tellingtruthsband/ Opening track   ""We are just a memory""  …. BIG thank you … fab music! X" MUSIC   "Facebook    Marigolds    @marigoldsuk Intermediate track    “Spinning Email    marigoldsband@gmail.com Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Jyenp1AycJSvXZcRWKgwg?si=f5KBqDB-R9yDZR3UV_eCUg Play out track       “Everglades”    …BIG Thanks guys, good luck with songs"

INTRO Ian and Gemma chat to Cristina Zenato. Cristina is shark behaviorist and conservationist, PADI Course Director, full cave instructor and explorer. Teaching and sharing are the core of her work. Cristina was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame in 2012 and Founder of the People of the Water GUEST  WWW www.cristinazenato.com GUEST TWITTER Cristina Zenato    @CristinaZenato GUEST FACEBOOK Cristina Zenato Underwater Explorer   @czunderwater GUEST INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ GUEST OTHER People of the Water     www.pownonprofit.org GUEST OTHER https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ EMAIL Please email us on   thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   @gemmkemp  @ian7last FACEBOOK We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   @gemma.kemp.14   @ian.last.50 TWITTER We are on Twitter  @the_bigs_scuba  @gemmkemp @ianlast7 YOUTUBE We are on YouTube     https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKOHHItaVu2y2nZcGJBHtA PATRON https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast WEBSITE https://www.thebigscubapodcast.com/ MUSIC Facebook    Telling Truths     @tellingtruthsband    Email      tellingtruthsband@gmail.com Spotify      https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DWKXf1NaG3zhMzxmm7PyP?si=PfTwIeA1SLOQgvk04C1-hw Twitter    https://twitter.com/tellingtruthsuk Instagram    www.instagram.com/tellingtruthsband/ Opening track   "We are just a memory"  …. BIG thank you … fab music! X MUSIC Facebook    Marigolds    @marigoldsuk Intermediate track    “Spinning Email    marigoldsband@gmail.com Spotify       https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Jyenp1AycJSvXZcRWKgwg?si=f5KBqDB-R9yDZR3UV_eCUg Play out track   “Everglades” …BIG Thanks guys, good luck with songs

INTRO Ian and Gemma chat to Cristina Zenato. Cristina is shark behaviorist & conservationist, PADI Course Director, full cave instructor and explorer. Teaching and sharing are the core of her work. Cristina was inducted into the Women Divers Hall of Fame in 2012.  Founder of the People of the Water GUEST  WWW www.cristinazenato.com GUEST TWITTER Cristina Zenato    @CristinaZenato GUEST FACEBOOK Cristina Zenato Underwater Explorer   @czunderwater GUEST INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/cristinazenato/ GUEST OTHER People of the Water     www.pownonprofit.org GUEST OTHER https://www.instagram.com/peopleofthewater/ EMAIL Please email us on   thebigscubapodcast@gmail.com INSTAGRAM We are on Instagram    @thebigscuba   @gemmkemp  @ian7last FACEBOOK We are on Facebook     @thebigscuba   @gemma.kemp.14   @ian.last.50 TWITTER We are on Twitter  @the_bigs_scuba  @gemmkemp @ianlast7 YOUTUBE We are on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKOHHItaVu2y2nZcGJBHtA PATRON https://www.patreon.com/thebigscubapodcast WEBSITE https://www.thebigscubapodcast.com/ MUSIC Facebook    Telling Truths     @tellingtruthsband    Opening track   "We are just a memory"  …. BIG thank you … fab music! X MUSIC Facebook    Blood Like Honey  @bloodlikehoney    Intermediate track    “Amsterdam Harbour Play out track   “Rooftop Beach” …BIG Thanks guys, good luck with the new song “Rooftop Beach” x BEHIND SCENE JH Photography     Josh Hutch      https://www.facebook.com/groups/1692391637561258/about/ RSS FEED https://thebigscubapodcast.libsyn.com/rss DOWNLOAD https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/thebigscubapodcast DOWNLOAD https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-big-scuba-podcast/id1499534284 DOWNLOAD https://thebigscubapodcast.podbean.com ABOUT US The BIG Scuba Podcast is a new, independent podcast dedicated to all things diving and ocean related.   including news, advice, tips, humour, guests, travel and general daft chit chat with hosts Ian and Gemma… ABOUT US Ian.. I am a dive master and have been for five or so years...  I started out as a recreational diver and wanted to progress a little bit further.  Keen on all things outdoors.. Kayaking, Paddleboarding and enjoy crossfit and gym,..   Gemma is currently working towards her open Water qualification although that is on hold at the moment as we are in lockdown.  Gemma iis also a fan of being on the water and decided to give the underwater environment a go too. Main aim is to promote the scuba diving sport in terms of the recreactional side and what other options are out there too..   and this also leads to us wanting to promote more women to give scuba a go too.  Along side this we want to show our respect for the ocean, lakes and rivers in terms of conservation and general respect.

Author Daniella Martin says that bugs should be a staple in everyone's diet. Cristina Zenato, shark professional, helps us to get away from the Hollywood portrayal of sharks.

Cristina Zenato, shark professional, challenges the Hollywood portrayal of sharks. Bryan Franks of Jacksonville University describes how important sharks are to our oceans and how we can follow them, on Twitter! Tom Kapitany tells the story of Rosie the taxidermied shark, who was found in an abandoned wildlife park in 2018 and now has a new home.

From pulling hooks out of sharks mouths and mapping caves under the islands to surviving the worst hurricane to ever hit the Grand Bahamas, Cristina Zenato shares her wisdom and calling to protect the oceans and the sharks that call it home. She shares with me how her calling to be a changemaker and protector came at a very early age while living in the Congo and that being the change for her is directly tied to her gratitude for nature.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bethechange-with-christine-dimmick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From pulling hooks out of sharks mouths and mapping caves under the islands to surviving the worst hurricane to ever hit the Grand Bahamas, Cristina Zenato shares her wisdom and calling to protect the oceans and the sharks that call it home. She shares with me how her calling to be a changemaker and protector came at a very early age while living in the Congo and that being the change for her is directly tied to her gratitude for nature. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cristina Zenato, shark professional, challenges the Hollywood portrayal of sharks. Bryan Franks of Jacksonville University describes how important sharks are to our oceans and how we can follow them, on Twitter! Astronomy, timekeeping, and presidential history with Geoffrey Chester of the United States Naval Observatory.

Jeff Karp was inspired by porcupine quills to improve surgery. Perry Carver of the Bonnie and Clyde Ambush Museum reveals the tender side of Bonnie and Clyde. Oregon Health and Science University's Vinay Prasad reveals what happens when doctors realize treatment protocol is ineffective. Author Daniella Martin says that bugs should be a staple in everyone's diet. Cristina Zenato, shark professional, helps us to get away from the Hollywood portrayal of sharks.

Cristina Zenato has dedicated her life to the protection and conservation of Caribbean Reef Sharks. From her home in the Bahamas, she has spent over 25 years interacting and learning about these amazing animals, to the point where she has real relationships with individual sharks demonstrated by their interactions with her in the water.   Cristina is world renown for her work with Sharks but she is also a Sidemount and Cave Instructor and a dedicated explorer of the caves of the Bahamas.   In this week's episode we meet and talk about Cristina's work with Sharks, we share our perspectives on why they are so misunderstood, about what we can do to educate others on sharks, about the issues with and value of shark feeding and shark tourism, and then we talk cave exploration on Grand Bahama Island, about Cristina's use of the KISS Sidewinder CCR, and what I can expect, when I head to Florida to train with Edd Sorenson later this year... All this and much more in this episode.   Featured: Sidemount Fundamentals eBook - https://www.sidemountpros.com/store Cristina Zenato - https://cristinazenato.com KISS Rebreathers - https://www.kissrebreathers.com/    

Retrieved from ScubaGuru - Expert Advice & Best Practices for Scuba Diving Professionals Cristina Zenato – Shark Professional, Cave Explorer and Conservationist On today's episode I chat with one of the most influential women underwater. Italian born Cristina Zenato traveled to the Bahamas to take a beginner diving class, and that's where she fell in love with diving and with the Bahamas. Eventually Cristina became a dive pro. […] The post LXD 019 : Cristina Zenato – Shark Professional & Conservationist appeared first on ScubaGuru.

You know Cristina Zenato from those cool shark-hook-removal videos, but she is so much more than a shark whisperer! In what feels more like a therapy session, we speak with Cristina about her incredible career.

E131 World renowned shark researcher, cave diver, SCUBA master and conservationist human Cristina Zenato  was born in Italy but calls the Bahamas home. She spends her time with her beloved Caribbean Reef Sharks doing research and teaching others. She has seen and mapped underwater caves where no other human has ever been. She lives an […]

Programa #287 - Plan de Inmersiones - Briefing Charlamos con Belén Andrés, primera instructora española de la GUE, la Global Underwater Explorers, nuestra invitada de honor a los Blue Drinks Madrid… Seguiremos hablando con Alicia Prieto, responsable de la organización de los Blue Drinks Murcia… Haremos una primera entrega, esta ya completa, de las charlas o conferencias del Primer Scuba Diving Safety Meeting de Cabo de palos, con Marta Marrocco de DAN Europe... Conectaremos con la Escuela de Buceo Zoea de Madrid para el espacio Mis Amigos los Peces de Inés García… Pondremos “Proa al viento”, el tiempo para hablar de las cosas de la gente de la Mar, con el Sargento Román Revilla del Servicio Marítimo de la Guardia Civil… Nos sumergiremos en el espacio arqueológico de La Conjura de los Pecios, con patrimoniosubacuatico.net y Lucas Sáez… Conoceremos un nuevo personaje de Womans Divers Hall of Fame, Cristina Zenato... Y con nuestras Efemérides y Agenda de propuestas terminaremos haciendo la deco en el cabo de fondeo... La foto de la semana es una imagen de dos tiburones puntas blancas, cortesía de Kassandra Robles desde Costa Rica… Si estamos todos preparados… un OK y al agua...

Programa #287 - Plan de Inmersiones - Briefing Charlamos con Belén Andrés, primera instructora española de la GUE, la Global Underwater Explorers, nuestra invitada de honor a los Blue Drinks Madrid… Seguiremos hablando con Alicia Prieto, responsable de la organización de los Blue Drinks Murcia… Haremos una primera entrega, esta ya completa, de las charlas o conferencias del Primer Scuba Diving Safety Meeting de Cabo de palos, con Marta Marrocco de DAN Europe... Conectaremos con la Escuela de Buceo Zoea de Madrid para el espacio Mis Amigos los Peces de Inés García… Pondremos “Proa al viento”, el tiempo para hablar de las cosas de la gente de la Mar, con el Sargento Román Revilla del Servicio Marítimo de la Guardia Civil… Nos sumergiremos en el espacio arqueológico de La Conjura de los Pecios, con patrimoniosubacuatico.net y Lucas Sáez… Conoceremos un nuevo personaje de Womans Divers Hall of Fame, Cristina Zenato... Y con nuestras Efemérides y Agenda de propuestas terminaremos haciendo la deco en el cabo de fondeo... La foto de la semana es una imagen de dos tiburones puntas blancas, cortesía de Kassandra Robles desde Costa Rica… Si estamos todos preparados… un OK y al agua...

DIVE Magazine UK. August 2012. Technical Diver Profile of technical diving instructor, cave diver and shark diver Cristina Zenato. Cristina is based in the Bahamas at UNEXSO.  

Seg1: Cave Diving on Grand Bahama Island with Cristina Zenato.  Seg2: DIVERITE 2010, new equipment update. Seg3: Divers Alert Network: Educational Programs:  Seg4: Dive Center Review: AMIGOS Dive Center, Fort White, FL ** Jill's Guide: The Essentials of Cave Diving AVAILABLE NOW!The full color contemporary guidebook to Cave diving. Generously illustrated, “The Essentials of Cave Diving” contains practical 21st century underwater knowledge, including sidemount techniques and the latest rebreather technology. Encompassing all levels of cave diving, from apprentice to expert, from sidemount to CCR, this guide is an essential manual; appropriate and relevant to all cave training disciplines. http://www.jillsdiveshop.com/    

PD108:   SEGMENT 1: AMAZING DIVING with Cristina Zenato of UNEXSO. Located on the Port Lucaya Marina, in Freeport Grand Bahamas, UNEXSO offers a wide variety of scuba diving activities. Dolphins, sharks, wrecks, caverns and reefs. SEGMENT 2:  EQUIPMENT FOR THE FEMALE DIVER. Interview with Tom Phillip of AQUALUNG about the design of scuba gear tailored to the female diver.