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Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast
One of my favorite things after a dive is engaging in conversation with other divers. This joy I have found is one of the biggest motivators behind my starting the podcast. I am on a journey to meet other scuba-minded individuals. Hear about the different aspects of this world I love so much. I want to converse with people of all levels. Speak to beginners all the way up to the experts and leaders in their fields, learn, and soak up knowledge from my fellow divers. From the shallow reefs of Indonesia to the deep wrecks of the Great Lakes, cold water quarries to the warm tropical waters. I do not want anyone left out as I navigate through the Scubaverse. Fun, easygoing, to controversial topics. Let's talk about all of it. I am also on a personal journey of educating myself and seeking proper training as I move through different levels of this sport. With nothing to hide and everything to show, the frustrations, the joys, and everything in between. Join me as we gas it up with some of the wonderful characters inside this story called Scuba.
Episodes
185 episodes
A Conversation with WreckSploration
From conception to reality, its difficult to fathom how many lives crossed paths with the HNLMS K XI. For around twenty-five years, twenty which were in service, she would have had daily interactions with engineers, builders, service man, capta...
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A Conversation with Priyamvada Tiwari
Dive shops are some of my favorite places. An atmosphere of learning, a melting pot of characters, an opportunity to discover new friendships. While spending some time at Tek Deep Asia last year, I had the opportunity to meet Priyamvada Tiwari....
A Conversation with Maxime Cheminade
Growing up in France, Maxime Cheminade would be influenced by one of the greatest spy’s of all time, James Bond. After watching this film, he would embark on a journey into the aquatic world. Today, he can be found on the island of Koh Tao. Edu...
Audio Article: Situational Awareness: The Most Neglected Diving Safety Skill: By Andy Davis
Written by Andy DavisOwner of Scuba Tech Philippines, Andy is a RAID, PADI TecRec, ANDI, BSAC, and SSI-qualified independent technical diving instructor who is best known for his many articles on sidemount and wreck diving and ...
A Conversation with Rinto Ariyadi
It was an honor to sit down with Rinto Ariyadi. Based out of Jakarta, but he can usually be found in the overhead environments throughout Indonesia. From his early days of diving to searching for water filled, underground passages, he has becom...
A Conversation with Jenn Thomson
Progression, much like individuality has no rules. What started out as a planned path can evolve into something different and unexpected, leading to results greater than we ever imagined. It was amazing to catch up with Jenn Thomson to speak ab...
Audio Article: Tech Diving Tips for Sport Divers: by Tamara Adame
Written by Tamara Adame for the TDI Blog.Tamara Adame | Cenote Girl is a Mexican female cave diving instructor in Tulum, Quintana Roo. She teaches cave diving full time and guides certified divers in the caves and cenotes of the Yuca...
A Conversation with Dr. Sarah Mormino
When we think of forensic investigation, most of us might draw up memories of a movie scene or recall a television show we once watched. For Dr. Sarah Mormino, it would become a reality, she would become The Forensic Diver. In this episode, I g...
A Conversation with Aviad Cahana
Bringing change into a world anchored to its beliefs and philosophies is never an easy task. At one point, diving anything other than air was considered dangerous, J-valves without SPGs were common, dive tables were the standard in diving. Need...
A Conversation with Anand Chandra Sekaran
At a young age Anand Chandra Sekaran would be captivated by the documentary The Underground Eiger. This story of British Cave Explorers would be his motivation to pursue a career within the world of scuba diving. A journey that would propel him...
Audio Article: The Dunning-Kruger Effect and Risk Judgement in Scuba Diving: By Andy Davis
Written by Andy DavisOwner of Scuba Tech Philippines, Andy is a RAID, PADI TecRec, ANDI, BSAC, and SSI-qualified independent technical diving instructor who is best known for his many articles on sidemount and wreck diving and ...
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A Conversation with Alicia Christman
Traveling can lead to unexpected situations that can have an impact on our future path. A new adventure would move Alicia Christman back onto a journey to start teaching scuba again. A journey that began in Texas and continues to flourish in th...
A Conversation with Naomi Allen
Naomi Allen would earn her first scuba certification on the island of Koh Tao in Thailand. An island that would eventually become her home. A place where she would develop into an explorer. It was great to sit down and chat with Naomi about her...
A Conversation with Christof Müller
After being gifted an Open Water Course, Christof Müller began his journey into the underwater world. An environment that would enable him to combine his passion for educating and his drive for learning. A path that would bring him around the w...
Audio Article: Accident Analysis Report by NSS/CDS
Accident Analysis Report by National Speleological Society-Cave Diving SectionIncident: October 4th, 2024 Location: Phantom Springs, TexasCave diving instruction is largely based on lessons learned from accident ...
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Audio Article: Accident Analysis Report by NSS/CDS
Accident Analysis Report by National Speleological Society-Cave Diving SectionIncident on May 26th, 2023, at Jackson Blue Spring, FloridaCave diving instruction is largely based on lessons learned from accident analysis. ...
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A Conversation with Gideon Liew
Anybody who seeks a higher level of training will eventually find themselves at the door of Global Underwater Explorers. As you navigate its hallways in search of knowledge and guidance, you will inevitably come across the name Gideon Liew. It ...
A Conversation with Alvin Chelliah
As we become certified to explore the underwater world, we have a chance to see the beauty within it. A thriving ecosystem, a world many call home, a world that is currently under threat. In this episode, I speak with Alvin Chelliah, the Chief ...
Audio Article: Public Safety Diver Killed During Training: by Delise & Hall - The Diver's Attorneys
From the files of Delise & Hall, The Diver's AttorneysDelise & Hall is a New Orleans, Louisiana, based law firm with offices in New Orleans and Covington and associate attorneys nationwide. Our firm concentrates in the repres...
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Audio Article: The Delusional Diver: How Modern Scuba Culture Breeds False Confidence and Real Danger: By Babett B of Flow State Divers
Written By Babbet B, Co-founder and mentor of Flow State Divers.Diluted standards and quick certifications have diminished divers potential. We see an opportunity to rebuild the foundations of scuba education, creating a transformati...
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Takeover Episode: Simon Bailey Interviews Emma Barrow
Being a good diver is more than just having skills in the water. An individual who creates opportunities, seeks to improve, lifts those around them, and never stops learning are key ingredients that lead to becoming a great diver. In turn, this...
Audio Article: What causes Post-Dive Headaches? By Yvonne Press
Written by Yvonne Press for https://scubadiverlife.com/Yvonne is a TDI instructor trainer and rebreather instructor on the Kiss Sidewinder and AP diving rebreathers with more than two decades...
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A Conversation with Harvey Morash
Annnd, we are back. I thank everyone for their patience during the impromptu hiatus. Some very exciting news to be announced, so stay tuned for updates and enjoy as we get back to our regular program.My next guest resides in the coastal ...
Audio Article: Be a Better Divemaster: Apply Human Factors. Written by Mike Mason
Written by Mike Mason for X-ray Magazine. January 2022Mike Mason is an experienced military fighter pilot and a passionate diver, having dived as far north as Iceland and as far south as New Zealand. Through his entire flying career,...
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Audio Article: Trip Report 2025 April 1-7 with Palau Siren. Written by Xiangfei Kong
Written by Xiangfei Kong. April 2025.Xiangfei Kong is a Technical and Full Cave Diver residing in Austin, Texas. He has trained with multiple agencies, including PADI, UTD, and GUE. In recent years, he has developed a passion for cap...
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