In Episode 108 of the podcast, Nick DeRutter shares his incredible experiences while diving. He discusses various dive locations and the unique marine life he has encountered. Nick emphasizes the importance of environmental conservation and responsible diving practices. His stories inspire divers to explore the ocean while respecting its delicate ecosystems.
Tyler and I will present at the Long Beach Scuba Show on June 1, 2025, about new wrecks discovered in Southern California. We will explain our methods for locating and identifying these wrecks, including the Mercator, the Sea King, and a Hellcat Drone found in Oxnard. Some special guests will join us to share their…
Scuba diving often leads to unexpected encounters with marine wildlife, as experienced by Gary Grayson while diving in the Scilly Islands. During his dive, he met a group of curious Atlantic grey seals. One particularly playful seal sought out Gary for attention, wanting belly rubs. While these interactions can be fun, they can also be…
St Helena has gained international attention by winning awards at two film festivals for its marine documentary films. The film “Bone Shark Island” won in the Environmental category at the Houston Underwater Film Festival, showcasing the island’s unique whale shark population. Another film, “Come and Find Me,” was a finalist at the International Tourism Film…
Sarah Heil-Brenny is a passionate technical diver from Mexico. She began diving in cenotes, fresh-water sinkholes, which inspired her to pursue cave diving. Sarah encourages women to dive, emphasizing the sense of achievement it brings. She acknowledges the financial and safety perceptions that make diving seem dangerous. Cave diving feels special to her as it…
Sarah Heil-Brenny is a passionate technical diver. She started diving to explore cenotes, which are fresh-water sinkholes. Cave diving is her favorite because of its beauty and challenges. She emphasizes the importance of constant learning and practice in diving. Her message to women is to embrace the challenges of technical diving.
Sarah Heil-Brenny is an experienced technical diver from Korea, living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. She started with recreational diving and quickly became fascinated with cenotes, leading her to pursue cave diving certifications. Sarah enjoys the unique challenges of cave diving, where concentration and skill are vital. She emphasizes the importance of finding the right…
The new Singapore Oceanarium will open on July 23rd, expanding on the previous S.E.A. Aquarium. This attraction is three times larger and includes 22 different zones. A major highlight is the Open Ocean exhibit, featuring a massive enclosure with various marine animals. The oceanarium aims to educate visitors about the ocean and promotes marine research…
The Hollis DSMB (Delayed Surface Marker Buoy) with Sling Pouch is reviewed by Jeff Goodman. This product is designed for divers to safely signal for surface support during a dive. The Sling Pouch allows for easy attachment and transport of the DSMB. It’s a valuable tool for both novice and experienced divers to enhance safety…
Retra has launched the Flash Pro Max II, an advanced underwater strobe that offers significant enhancements over its predecessor. It now features 190 Watt-seconds of output, which is 65% more light due to its redesigned reflector and improved energy management systems. The strobe has faster recycle times and supports continuous shooting at low power settings….