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

Recorded in December 2024 

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

Recorded in November 2024

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/bogikrossteig/

https://www.instagram.com/simonbdiving/

Additional Links:

https://northatlanticdiving.com/

https://simonbdiving.com/

The largest group of freshwater lakes on earth resides in North America. Here, you can find Richard Tessell on a mission to introduce divers to the unique, amazing, and challenging diving offered throughout this massive body of water. Equally, he is on a mission to further his own education and abilities when it comes to the aquatic environment. Midwest Underwater Explorers, importance of diversified training, rebreathers, overhead environments, community, and much more. Please enjoy.

Recorded in December 2024

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/nosmosisprod/

Additional Links:

https://www.evolvescubadiving.com/

https://www.facebook.com/theslipperyeel

https://www.mwue.org/

Undeterred by world events, Danielle Dillman pursued her goal of becoming a certified diver. Starting as a dive tender at a local aquarium, she was introduced to the possibilities of the underwater world. Currently employed at the Georgia Aquarium, I get a chance to chat with her about some of the controversies surrounding aquarium diving and the importance of the research and conservation efforts conducted by aquariums. Women in Ocean Science, Accreditation process of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, marine research, aquaculture, and much more. Please enjoy.

"Danielle Dillman's views are her own and do not represent the official position of the Georgia Aquarium"

Recorded in December 2024

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/danielle_dillman/

https://www.instagram.com/womeninoceanscience/

Additional Links:

https://www.bonfire.com/store/danielles-sea/

https://www.womeninoceanscience.com/

Change is good, change is inevitable, change is mandatory. Late last year, Global Underwater Explorers updated and made changes to its standards and protocols. Some new courses were introduced, some older courses tweaked, and some names were changed. I invited GUE Recreational Program Director Gemma Thomas back to the podcast to clear up some confusion, gain insight, and chat with her about the “why" behind some of these changes. Please enjoy.

Recorded in December 2024

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/boss_gemmama/

GUE Profile:

https://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=11724

GUE instructor, PADI Course Director, Musician, Dive magazine editor, Technical Diver, to say that Jesper Kjoller is a man who wears many hats would be an understatement. In this episode, I get a chance to sit down with him and hear his story. A journey that brought him to Dubai, where he resides as the Marketing Manager for the deepest pool in the world. Not just a pool but an experience waiting to be explored. Quest Magazine, Deep Dive Dubai, Storytelling, GUE community, and much more. Please enjoy. 

Recorded in December 2024

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/jesperkjoller/

GUE Profile:

https://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=4437

Additional Links:

Deep Dive Dubai

https://deepdivedubai.com/

Quest Magazine:

https://www.gue.com/quest

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/jesperkjoller

Remote explorations come with challenges that many would not dare to pursue. Logistics, planning, and mental preparation needed for such a task are not for those who do not welcome adversity. In this episode, I sit down with renowned explorer and GUE instructor Max Fahr. It was great to sit down with Max to hear his thoughts about the importance of proper training and teamwork. From his early days of diving to exploring the remote, sacred waters of “The Bottomless Cave” in Northern India, and much more. Please enjoy.  

Website:

https://max-dive.com/

GUE Profile:

https://www.gue.com/diver-training/gue-instructors/instructor-resume?id=66486

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@cavebaseofficial8623

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/max_dive/

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

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

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/diveperspectives/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564330613509

Written by Marc Crane of Tek Deep Asia. August 9th 2021

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

Article: 

https://www.tekdeepasia.com/2021/08/09/drysuit-diving-in-tropical-waters/

Website:

https://www.tekdeepasia.com/

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/tekdeepasia/