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  • When is the Best Time to Dive ? A chat with Prof Robin Robertson Part 2

    The Ocean is the most distinctive feature of our planet. It covers more than 70% of Earth making it the most important environmental resource we will ever have. It is what make life possible and continue to thrive. An absolute playground for fellow scuba divers.

    We are honored to have Prof. Robin Robertson here with us talking about her lifelong studies and research about the ocean and what lies beneath it. An Expert in physical oceanography, she will provide tips and guidelines on how we as scuba divers can dive in the best possible sea conditions.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:48 Ocean Current
    8:22 Predicting Conditions
    13:50 Man Made Impacts
    16:41 Dive Site Selection
    19:18 Interesting Facts
    24:40 Global Warming
    26:21 Future Threats
    29:00 Be A Hero
    Guest :
    Prof Robin Robertson : https://www.instagram.com/r.robertson.nomad/
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    36 min
  • When is the Best Time to Dive ? A chat with Prof Robin Robertson Part 1

    The Ocean is the most distinctive feature of our planet. It covers more than 70% of Earth making it the most important environmental resource we will ever have. It is what make life possible and continue to thrive. An absolute playground for fellow scuba divers.

    We are honored to have Prof. Robin Robertson here with us talking about her lifelong studies and research about the ocean and what lies beneath it. An Expert in physical oceanography, she will provide tips and guidelines on how we as scuba divers can dive in the best possible sea conditions.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:50 Prof Robin Robertson
    6:32 What is Oceanography?
    13:00 Oceanographer VS Marine Biologist
    20:36 Antarctica Expeditions
    27:17 Underwater Visibility
    32:37 Good Visibility Recommendation
    36:21 Life at Antarctica
    40:23 Ocean Tides
    48:31 Monsoon Storm
    Guest :
    Prof Robin Robertson : https://www.instagram.com/r.robertson.nomad/
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    51 min
  • Women In Scuba Diving! A chat with Melanie Hwa Part 2

    With the amount of certified female divers increasing everyday, women are beginning to take scuba diving more seriously as an interesting hobby. This further re-enforce the fact of diversification and inclusivity for the industry making it a popular favourite pastime.

    We sit down with Melanie Hwa, a scuba diving instructor and dive center owner to discuss on navigating the ins and outs being female scuba diver, providing insights and tips to make everyone's adventure more fulfilling and enjoyable.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:58 Managing Hair/Skin

    5:48 Urinating Underwater

    9:32 Woman's Obstacles

    17:46 Gender Prejudice/Bias

    23:41 Cat Calling

    26:56 Diving with Partner/Family

    36:32 Encouraging Woman Divers

    47:53 Mel's Message to Everyone

    49:59 Breaking Barriers
    Guest :
    Melanie Hwa : https://www.instagram.com/melaniehwa.uw/
    Flow Dive Center : https://www.instagram.com/flow.dc/
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    54 min
  • Women In Scuba Diving! A chat with Melanie Hwa Part 1

    With the amount of certified female divers increasing everyday, women are beginning to take scuba diving more seriously as an interesting hobby. This further re-enforce the fact of diversification and inclusivity for the industry making it a popular favourite pastime.

    We sit down with Melanie Hwa, a scuba diving instructor and dive center owner to discuss on navigating the ins and outs being female scuba diver, providing insights and tips to make everyone's adventure more fulfilling and enjoyable.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro

    1:32 Melanie's Dive Profile

    9:32 Flow Dive Center

    17:40 Island Vs City

    21:44 Women In Diving

    25:08 Menstrual Cycle

    32:15 Female Capabilities

    38:31 Women's Advantages

    41:58 Women's Attire

    44:36 Interaction between Genders

    50:03 Setting Boundaries
    55:35 Preview of Part 2
    Guest :
    Melanie Hwa : https://www.instagram.com/melaniehwa.uw/
    Flow Dive Center : https://www.instagram.com/reefcheckmalaysia/
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    57 min
  • What is The Science behind Coral Bleaching? A Chat with Alvin Chelliah

    The 4th Global Coral Bleaching Event is a phenomenon where corals expel their algae zooxanthellae due to inhospitable environment bring forth by unusual warmer sea water. This stressful condition put the marine ecosystem into survival mode and need to be addressed promptly to reduce the impact of dying Corals.

    We sit with prominent Marine Biologist Alvin Chelliah, Chief Program Officer of Reef Check Malaysia to discuss the ins and outs of this issue. Education and public awareness are essential in tackling Global rising temperature.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:28 Guest Introduction

    2:07 Reef Check Foundation

    7:19 Alvin's Responsibilities

    12:28 What is Coral Bleaching?

    20:28 What is Happening?

    25:55 Impact of Coral Bleaching

    34:57 What is being done?

    41:36 Threats to Coral Reefs

    45:23 What happened during Covid?

    51:59 What can We all Do?

    58:16 Sinking of Train Wreck

    1:07:23 Messege from Alvin

    Guest :
    Alvin Chelliah : https://www.instagram.com/alvinchelliah/
    Reef Check Malaysia : https://www.instagram.com/reefcheckmalaysia/
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    1 hr 12 min
  • What is the GoPro PADI Distinctive Course ? A Chat with Specialty Instructor Shaiful Azwan!

    GoPro and PADI are collaborating in bringing a brand new course which combines action camera recording and scuba diving. The GoPro PADI distinctive specialty course is now available at selected dive centers.

    We sit down to chat with Shaiful Azwan who recently went through the Instructor Development Course that enables him to teach and certify this course. Let see what he has to say!
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:19 Guest Introduction
    2:50 What is This Course?
    6:51 Becoming Specialty Instructor
    9:28 Who is it for?
    21:01 Personal Preferences
    27:00 Camera Equipments
    32:25 Usages of Underwater Camera
    36:01 Dive Courses for Photo & Video
    38:23 Be an Ethical Photography Diver
    41:32 Shout Outs to Friends
    Guest :
    Shaiful Azwan : https://www.instagram.com/slowdownvisual.jpeg/
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    45 min
  • Which BCD Best Suits Your Dive Style ? Future Proofing Your Purchase!

    One of the primary gear scuba divers use nowadays is the Buoyancy Compensator Device. Its main purpose is to manage diver's bouyancy on the surface, in the water column and descending down at depth. An essential device when used correctly with the right training.

    This podcast discuss the history and various evolution of the BCD since its creation. With different types and designs available out there, we explore the pros and cons functions of modern BCD and pair them with dive disciplines and diver's preferences.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro

    1:38 Thank You Guys

    4:50 What is BCD ?

    7:25 Evolution of BCDs

    19:54 How BCD works?

    30:10 Jacket VS BP Wing

    35:01 Maintenance

    45:30 Technical Diving BCDs

    51:48 Sidemount BCDs

    53:09 Send us some Love

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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    58 min
  • How to navigate Dive Exhibitions ? Get the Best Insights on Dive Shows!

    When Scuba Divers are on the surface, We always find opportunities to talk about the activity we are so passionate about and love dearly. We seek out like minded divers to gather and have a great time sharing our underwater experiences where others can also relate to.

    What better place to do it than at Dive Exhibitions and Conventions. Having attended many dive shows around Asia througout the years, We discuss about the In and Out from the consumer and exhibitor point of views and share our knowledge on how to best enjoy the Expo Weekend.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    2:00 DRT & ADEX
    5:43 Diving at Japan?
    7:38 MIDE, TDEX, DEEP INDO
    11:07 Entrance Fees
    12:55 International Shows
    18:12 Whats at Dive Show ?
    19:54 Consumer's Perspective
    37:06 Exhibitor's Perspective
    42:56 Hope to See at Shows
    48:24 Reach Out To Us

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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    51 min
  • What is it Like Being An Island Instructor ? A chat with Shaiful Azwan

    Island vacation is a preferred way for scuba divers to go on holidays. Apart from having the opportunity to dive in the ocean, it provides tranquility and a sense of calmness from daily life. But is Island lifestyle for everyone ?

    We talk to Shaiful aka Bong, a scuba instructor about his daily routine and struggles living on an island. Let explore the perspective of a person raised in the city and now, choosing a life working remotely at paradise.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:25 Guest Introduction
    3:10 Why Dive Pro?
    8:36 Island Lifestyle
    16:30 Work Challenges
    25:03 Swimming Necessary?
    30:00 Commit to The Training
    31:49 Island Challenges
    39:38 Future Plans
    44:18 Freelance Dive Pro
    48:30 Message to Everyone
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    51 min
  • How To Build A Career In The Scuba Diving Industry? A Chat with Ben Zainal Rahman

    Being a mentor and a scuba diving instructor for almost 40 years, Zainal Rahman or better known in the industry as Ben has seen it all. Staring from a humble diveshop to having a PADI Career Development Centre, it takes dedication and hardwork.

    It is an honor being able to sit with Ben where he passionately shares his knowledge and experience with us. He talks about his teaching philosophy, values he wants to instill to candidates and his future plans.
    Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.
    Timecodes
    0:00 Intro
    0:58 Who is Zainal Rahman?
    5:42 Mentoring Dive Professionals
    13:23 Working Environment
    16:57 Hiring Opportunities
    21:52 Quality Working Professionals
    28:33 Internship vs Enrolment
    33:52 Getting People Interested
    41:29 Free Nitrox For Life
    49:15 Career Building Academy
    54:35 Message to Working Pros
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    Host :
    Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/
    Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/
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    1 hr

About DIVE LOG

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We are 2 Scuba Professional Nerds who like to talk and discuss all things Scuba Diving. Originally from South East Asia, we often explore places with the region which includes Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand.