Episode 184 Sally Cartwright – Technical Diver and now Manager of Midlands Diving Chamber with a love for the longevity of the diving industry and a passion for UK diving

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Sally Cartwright began her diving journey in 1993 after a mountaineering injury. She quickly advanced in the sport, using mixed gas and rebreathers. Sally has worked on notable projects, including the recovery of Donald Campbell’s Bluebird boat. Now the manager of Midlands Diving Chamber, she emphasizes the importance of community support for the UK diving…

Episode 184 Sally Cartwright – Technical Diver and now Manager of Midlands Diving Chamber with a love for the longevity of the diving industry and a passion for UK diving

ByScuba News

Sally Cartwright began diving in 1993 after a mountaineering injury. She quickly advanced to using mixed gas and rebreathers. Sally now works at Midlands Diving Chamber, focusing on hyperbaric medicine. She has worked on significant projects, like raising the Bluebird boat. Sally actively promotes the UK diving community and looks forward to getting back in…

Episode 184 Sally Cartwright – Technical Diver and now Manager of Midlands Diving Chamber with a love for the longevity of the diving industry and a passion for UK diving

ByScuba News

Sally Cartwright started diving in 1993 after a mountaineering injury led her to try scuba diving. She has worked with mixed gas and rebreathers and explored significant dive sites like Dorothea Quarry and the English Channel. After transitioning from teaching to hyperbaric medicine, she now manages the Midlands Diving Chamber and has participated in notable…

Episode 378 – A Really Close Call

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Episode 378 shares insights from the book “Close Calls” by Stratis Kas, which features stories from experienced divers. These tales highlight that even well-skilled divers can make mistakes. Diving is a risky activity, and it’s important to learn from the experiences of others. The podcast emphasizes the importance of humility and openness in sharing near-miss…

TCS London Marathon 2025

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The TCS London Marathon 2025 will take place on April 27th, starting at 9:00 am. Participants can run a famous 26.2-mile route through London. By joining #TeamSHARK, runners can help support shark conservation efforts. The minimum fundraising target for this charity event is £2,000. Currently, applications for charity places are closed, but a waiting list…

Communication- What stops people speaking up?

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Communication can be tricky, especially when diving. Underwater, we rely on hand signals, which can lead to misunderstandings. Stress can also affect communication; divers may forget to signal or freeze when anxious. Additionally, personal reasons, like feeling insecure or fearing backlash, stop people from speaking up. It’s important to create a supportive environment to encourage…

Top Ten Crab Facts

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Crabs are fascinating creatures found in oceans worldwide. They can survive in various habitats, from deep sea to tidal pools. Many crab species can be seen while scuba diving, so divers should recognize their colors and shapes. Crabs are also known for their unique behaviors, such as walking sideways and shedding their shells. Learning about…