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| 09 Aug 2022 | #23 A Conversation with Sarah Miller from Azul Unlimited | 01:17:27 | |
The guys finally sit down with Sarah Miller from Azul Unlimited. Nick, being the social butterfly, found her on social media and has been following her for some time. He also used her suggestions and advice mentioned in one of her videos on how to create a scuba diving resume.
They discuss her mobile living conditions near a flowing body of water, as well as the topic of her latest video that she had posted at the time of our reaching out to her; her decision to stop instructing. Even those who aren't scuba instructors know how difficult it can be to obtain that certification, so stepping away from it is not a lightly made decision and she breaks down her reasoning for her choice.
If you want to reach out to Sarah or follow her on the social medias, you can reach her through the following channels:
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| 20 Feb 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: Surface Interval #1 - A Conversation with Sarah Miller and PADI Course Director, Aitor Diaz | 00:48:28 | |
Sarah sits down with PADI Course Director, Aitor Diaz to discuss how they met, how they started a dive shop in Komodo and what they did after COVID said, "Nah," to that business venture. | |||
| 07 Nov 2023 | UTD Scuba Diving Podcast (Crossover) - Introducing Jay Gardner, Director of Development for UTD | S2E19 | 00:35:01 | |
This episode is a crossover episode of the UTD Scuba Diving Podcast. We are sharing their podcast because they are officially announcing that Jay Gardner is their new Director of Development. Jay has been doing his best to keep it under wraps and he's finally allowed to discuss his new position and what it means to the agency that he has been training with almost from the beginning of his scuba journey. Enjoy! | |||
| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - These are the 'Bauer's' I know, I know S2E8 | 00:02:32 | |
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| 25 Jul 2023 | It's Called 6 Degrees of Kevin Bacon... | 00:02:07 | |
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| 21 Mar 2023 | ‘What Are The Conditions for Effective Training?’ With Sarah Miller | S2E2 | 01:01:31 | |
From examples of potty-training to less than glamorous beach exits after a scuba dive, Sarah and Jay discuss what they feel is a solid foundation for effective training (and not just in scuba) and what the result of that effective training should look like.
Sarah joins us for her second episode and brings her years of knowledge to 'The Dive Table' to discuss this episodes topic; 'What Are the Conditions for Effective Training?'
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| 10 May 2022 | #13 What's the Deal with Dive Buddies? | 01:09:45 | |
First of all, we would like to apologize for the audio quality in this one. Daniel the producer (That guy's on thin ice!) was attempting to create a better quality sound but in the process generated what can only be described as, well, crap. So there's that. In this episode, the guys discuss what some scuba divers may call, 'The Great Equalizer.' Yes we know, it's water that is normally known as the great equalizer, but when it comes to being paired with a diver of unknown origination, you just might get the one from, 'H-E-Double-Hockey Sticks!' From your open water class to a dive boat in the Caribbean, you have been paired with an insta-buddy more times than you'd like. So have a seat at The Dive Table while your therapists Nick and Jay help you relive some not so great to possibly horrific traumatic events of having to watch or be watched by, DUN-DUN-DUNNNNNNN...The Dive Buddy. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 12 Apr 2022 | Am I a Good Diver? | S1E9 | 01:06:10 | |
Nick and Jay discuss what it means to be a good diver and quickly realize that it's easier to determine what metrics don't automatically make you a good diver. Years of experience, a diver's rating and the cost of their equipment are easily dispelled by the guys as ways to qualify someone as a "good diver." What qualities do you think it takes to be a good diver and have you ever overestimated or underestimated a diver and judged a "book" by it's cover? The Dive Table www.thedivetable.com Fish Dive Surf, Inc. www.fishdivesurf.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 09 Apr 2024 | An Off the Cuff Discussion About Cave Diving | S3E06 | 00:58:06 | |
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Under Construction
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Jay and Greg Discussing Maryland and Their Love For The Spice, 'Old Bay' | S2E11 | 00:02:28 | |
'Old Bay,' the spice that might just be on every food item in Maryland, including ice cream.
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| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - Scott Bauer on Getting Into Underwater Photography S2E8 | 00:02:50 | |
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| 05 Mar 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: Surface Interval #2 - A Conversation with Sarah Miller and PADI Instructor, Camila Quinones | 00:48:18 | |
Sarah sits down with long time friend and PADI Instructor (currently not teaching), Camila Quiñones to talk about their scuba diving experiences together in Mexico. | |||
| 25 Jul 2023 | Archeological Story: The Dutch Trading Ship And An Archeologist vs. Treasure Hunter | S2E11 | 00:09:55 | |
Jay recalls a story of financial trading on the high seas and the discussion turns to the topic of when is someone an archeologist or just a treasure hunter? Does it boil down to the motive?
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Share your thoughts with us by leaving us a voicemail here on our website or say howdy.
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| 12 Oct 2022 | Humans of Scuba (HoS) - Xiangfei Kong | 01:04:21 | |
We are excited to bring you, 'Humans of Scuba,' a new series within The Dive Table Podcast. Some of you may be familiar with the concept and we thought it would be perfect for the scuba realm. Pulling the random scuba diver out of the water, sitting them down at the Dive Table and discussing what makes them tick in their own world and how scuba plays a part in that. The boys decided to start the series off with our good friend, Xiangfei Kong. Xiangfei has come a long way in a short period of time and has become just as passionate about scuba as Nick and Jay. The guys get Xiangfei to open up about where he grew up, his aversion to cold weather, what his go to food is after a long day of diving and the story behind the nickname, 'Kankles Kong.’ Not to mention his opinions on Chihuahua’s. Woof. In and Out The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Greg Jokingly Explains What Underwater Archeology Is. Boom! | S2E11 | 00:01:00 | |
I mean there's Archeology and then there's Underwater Archeology...right?
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| 06 Sep 2022 | #27 New or Used | 01:28:12 | |
In an episode we recorded prior to Nick leaving for Malaysia, the guys discussed the pro's and con's to buying new or used scuba gear. From BCD's and wings, to wetsuits and snorkels, Nick and Jay discuss the sometimes materialistic views they have of wanting new out of the box versus being unconcerned about urine or blood stains.
Editors Note: For those that might get squeamish discussing urine or blood stains, we didn't actually discuss blood stains.
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| 17 Oct 2023 | Designing Scuba Training for Adults with Ben Bos | S2E18 | 01:17:25 | |
Jay sits down with the Training Director of United Team Diving (UTD) Ben Bos to discuss the designing of scuba training for adults and designing a scuba training curriculum that revolves around what divers really need and not what they think they need. Ben has been a professional diver for 24 years and self-admittedly in a previous life was in marketing and sold everything from, "sofas, stereos, cars, copy machines, coffee and paper and everything in between...everything except houses and boats." Ben was only 12 years old when he started diving and more than 30 years later, diving is a way of life. He has worked all over the world as a scuba diver including running a dive center for over 12 years. He is currently the Training Director for one of the world's most progressive Scuba Organizations, ‘United Team Diving, ‘(UTD). Ben has not only made diving his passion, but also his living and has contributed to some of the industry's most groundbreaking innovations. The re-development and evolution of Ratio Deco into Ratio Deco 3.0 as well as the DIR compatible side mount configurations are but two examples. Ben is happiest when he is exploring unknown places deep in a Chinese jungle, abandoned mines or inside old shipwrecks. The thrill of teaching both novice and experienced divers is what drives him to never stop learning and expanding his own knowledge. UTD - United Team Diving The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater https://gardnerunderwater.com/ If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Underwater Archeology with Greg Wolf | S2E11 | 01:04:22 | |
Marine, scuba diver, barnacle scraper and now aspiring underwater archeologist, Greg Wolf joins Jay at The Dive Table as our 5th guest co-host to discuss his scuba diving journey and how he unearthed archeology as a career-to be. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - Scott Bauer and Jay discussing why underwater photography is important S2E8 | 00:04:55 | |
Scott Bauer and Jay discussing why underwater photography is important --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 29 Mar 2022 | How Do I Prepare for a Dive? | S1E7 | 00:56:10 | |
Nick and Jay discuss how they prepare for a dive, what physical and mental practices are used to accomplish this and how other divers can do the same.
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| 27 Sep 2022 | #30 Mike Gault on The Texas Underwater Survey Project (TexUS) | 01:01:31 | |
We are happy to bring Mike Gault back to The Table to discuss his current project, The Texas Underwater Survey, or TexUS. If you haven't listened to his two part episode (Ep. 16 & 17), go ahead and do that now. We'll wait... Welcome back! As you heard in Mike's two part episode, he has been involved in quite a few projects, including the Good Enough Springs Project along with his good friend, Chuck Noe, who you heard on episode #29. Today Mike is discussing his other current project, TexUS. This has been an idea of Mike's almost since the beginning of his diving career. To be able to collect, manage and display the underwater features and items found in the waters of Texas and to have that information available for anybody to access online. A daunting task, no doubt, but many of the divers he's spoken with regarding this project are more motivated to go diving when they have a specific purpose to their dive. Well here it is! The discussions with Mike regarding TexUS will be a quarterly conversation on The Dive Table, so we hope you stay tuned to find out more. If you'd like to get involved with the project yourself, there's a few ways you can do that. You can contact Mike directly at CTXscuba.com. You can also reach out to us here at The Table on our website listed below. Finally we here at The Dive Table would like to congratulate Mike on his new appointment as Director of The Good Enough Springs Project. We know he's been very involved with that work over the years and it is well deserved. Congratulations! The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 25 Oct 2022 | The Scuba Scuttlebuzz for October '22 S1E33 | 01:02:19 | |
The guys chit chat about scuba topics that are currently in the news.
Jay will be at DEMA Orlando this year.
Nick speaks on his Malaysia exploits.
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| 07 May 2024 | A Personal Message from Producer Daniel to Jay & Sarah | 00:03:25 | |
A personal message to Jay & Sarah | |||
| 15 Aug 2023 | Ecotourism Defined by The United Nations World Trade Organization (UNWTO) with Greg Wolf | S2E14 | 01:14:33 | |
The United Nations World Trade Organization (UNWTO) defines 'Ecotourism' with 5 characteristics. Jay sits down with Greg Wolf for his third and final episode to discuss these characteristics and the impact ecotourism has on the environment. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 20 Aug 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: 'Diversity Below the Waves' with Greg Hamman of Undersea Expeditions - Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Divers | 00:58:14 | |
Greg Hamman, owner of Gayscuba.com, discusses his experience as a queer person in the diving industry and the importance of creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ divers. He highlights the role of LGBTQ+ scuba clubs in providing support and resources for divers and the progress that has been made in some destinations. Greg also addresses the challenges of homophobia and discrimination that still exist in the industry and the need for allies to speak up and take a stand. He emphasizes the importance of situational awareness and listening to the concerns of marginalized divers to ensure their safety and comfort. Greg also discuss the challenges that still exist in the industry and the importance of individual conversations and relationships in promoting understanding and acceptance. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background
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| 21 Jul 2023 | Underwater Expedition Photography with Scott Bauer | S2E10 | 01:09:55 | |
Scott joins us for his final episode at 'The Table' to discuss expedition photography. What makes it different than traditional underwater photography? How does the approach to the subject matter change and does the equipment need to be upgraded in order to adapt? Scott Bauer https://www.youtube.com/c/DiveLocker79 @ScottBauerBelow The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 22 Nov 2022 | Back from DEMA '22 S1E37 | 01:17:56 | |
As a newly minted dive professional, Jay recounts his recent trip to DEMA in Orlando, FL. From walking the floor, seeing the latest scuba gadgets, meeting new vendors as well as recounting his new equipment certification, Jay expresses what his expectations were going into the show versus how that perception has changed.
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Showing Love for Indiana Jones, The Archeologist | S2E11 | 00:02:33 | |
If there was ever a poster-boy for Archeology, Indiana Jones is da man! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 28 Nov 2023 | Essentials of Recreational Diving (UTD) with Students, Steve and Paul | 01:19:34 | |
After taking their Essentials of Recreational Diving course (UTD), "Hosts" Steven and Paul sit down with their "Guest," instructor Jay, to discuss what they thought about the class as well as how Jay performed as an instructor. | |||
| 07 Jun 2022 | #17 Interview with Mike Gault Part II | 01:20:52 | |
Nick and Jay have Mike Gault back for part 2 of his interview. In this episode Mike delves into the philosophical side of scuba diving. Humility and the removal of the ego should be focused on and can help you become a successful technical or cave diver. If you don't pay attention to these elements, you may not get the chance to learn from your mistakes. Mike also lets us know about his personal business, CTX Hyperbaric Solutions, and the current exploration projects he's working on now. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 10 Aug 2023 | From Lost Open Water Student to Overhead Protocols, Cave 1, 2 and Beyond| S2E13 | 01:19:16 | |
Daniel sits down with Jay to discuss his latest scuba training, 'Overhead Protocols,' before he officially ventures into cave diving training and beyond. | |||
| 13 Feb 2024 | Is Scuba Diving Still Special? | S3E01 | 01:13:02 | |
Welcome to Season 3 of The Dive Table Podcast, introducing Sarah Miller from Azul Unlimited! As per tradition, the inaugural episode of each season brings up the question, 'Is Scuba Diving Still Special, and Why?' In this episode, Jay and Sarah reflect on the past year and how diving has brought them closer to their communities. They also explore the sense of connection and awe that diving provides, as well as the importance of preserving the underwater world. The conversation highlights the team and community aspect of diving, as well as the continuous learning process involved in the sport. Overall, diving is seen as a way to connect with nature, build relationships, and experience the wild. They highlight the importance of engaging in conversations, learning from others, and being open to different perspectives. They also explore the evolution of diving philosophy and the diversity of training and belief systems in the diving community. The conversation emphasizes the need for inclusivity and the importance of diversifying the scuba diving community.
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| 21 Sep 2022 | #29 A Conversation with Chuck Noe | 01:25:29 | |
The guys sit down with renowned cave diver and explorer, Chuck Noe. Chuck started diving in 1980, received his cave certification in 1996, became a tri-mix instructor in 1997, served as the lead divemaster on trips out to the Flower Gardens in the 90's, founded Gulf Tech Scuba, was a member of the famed WKPP and is a founding member and one time director of the Good Enough Springs Exploration Project, and the list goes on... Needless to say, if Chuck had actually put his mind to it, he might have actually accomplished something. This is a great episode with amazing stories that made my hands sweat, so sit back and enjoy. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 19 Mar 2024 | Sarah's Introduction to Scuba Diving | 00:09:29 | |
Sarah grew up in California with a legitimate fear of sharks, but still found the ocean "pretty cool." A snorkeling swim in Hawaii started her interest but she wasn't hooked until a trip to Kotak, Thailand. | |||
| 16 Apr 2024 | Being Physically Ready To Dive - Diver Health and Nutrition | S3E07 | 00:51:37 | |
Overall, they highlight the interconnectedness of nutrition, hydration, and diving performance. It emphasizes the need for balance and understanding one's body. Jay and Sarah share their personal experiences and strategies for fueling their bodies before and during dives. They discuss the role of food as medicine and the cultural and emotional aspects of eating. The conversation also touches on the importance of being prepared for worst-case scenarios and making judgment calls based on the conditions and individual capabilities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Diving Experience
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| 20 Dec 2022 | Humans of Scuba (HoS) Andy Davis | 01:26:28 | |
In our second episode of The Dive Table's, 'Humans of Scuba,' Nick takes on the task of sitting down with sidemount wreck technical diving specialist, Andy Davis. Nick took a trip to the Philippines last month and decided to take a skills clinic with Andy to determine what it is he needed to work on before going back next May to take 'Advanced Wreck' with Andy. The guys sat down at 'Hops N' Brews' for a couple of beers and 90 minutes later, voila!, a new episode pops out. Andy Davis https://scubatechphilippines.com/ Hops N' Brews https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g298450-d12479130-Reviews-Hops_Brews-Makati_Metro_Manila_Luzon.html The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Full Episode - Underwater Archeology with Greg Wolf | S2E11 | 01:03:45 | |
Greg Wolf joins Jay at The Dive Table to discuss Underwater Archeology. This latest dive into scuba work comes after among other things, volunteering as a Public Safety Diver as well as the most noble of all scuba diving jobs; scraping barnacles off of boats.
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| 17 Jul 2024 | Debunking Shark "Facts" | S3E14 | 00:44:04 | |
Sharks have a bad reputation, mostly due to sensationalism and fear, however, they are important for the environment and play a vital role as apex predators. Shark attacks are rare, with the odds of being bitten or killed by a shark being extremely low and in fact, you're more likely to be struck by lightning. We think it goes without saying, but Humans are the biggest threat to sharks through overfishing, fear-based killings, by-catch and of course being only partially used for shark fin soup. Sensationalized media, like Shark Week, perpetuates negative stereotypes about sharks, but social media influencers and conservationists are working hard to show the real side of sharks and their importance to the ecosystem. In this conversation, Sarah and Jay discuss common myths and misconceptions about sharks. They debunk the idea that all sharks are big and have sharp teeth, emphasizing the diversity of shark species and their different tooth structures. They also address the misconception that sharks are man-eaters, highlighting that most sharks eat fish or invertebrates. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Sharks and Shark Week If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 03 Oct 2023 | Applying Human Factors in Scuba Diving with Gareth Lock | S2E17 | 00:59:30 | |
Gareth Lock sits down with Jay to discuss all things, 'Human Factors.' Gareth Lock is a retired senior officer in the RAF, having spent 25 years flying Hercules transport aircraft, involved in flight trials and R&D, and a Systems Engineer/Requirements Manager. He left the RAF in 2015 setting up the Human Diver to bring human factors knowledge and practice from aviation, oil & gas, healthcare and academia into the sports, military, scientific and commercial diving domains. He has since taught more than 500 people face-to-face, 2000 people online, published a book, and produced a documentary, all about applying human factors, non-technical skills and a Just Culture to diving. He provides HF advice to the British Diving Safety Group and co-chairs the Natural History Dive Safety group which advises on diving safety to the UK media sector. In terms of diving, he was trained primarily through GUE up to Tech 2, CCR 1, and was the head of QC for the organisation for a number of years. Gareth Lock https://www.thehumandiver.com/ The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater https://gardnerunderwater.com/ If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 03 May 2022 | #12 Why Should I Take a Rescue Diver Course | 01:02:31 | |
Nick and Jay discuss the pro's and con's of taking a rescue diver course and why some scuba divers hesitate. Should all divers take it? Should non-scuba divers take some form of a rescue class? Wouldn't it benefit everyone? We want to hear your thoughts. Reach out to us at: The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - Scott Bauer on GoPro vs iPhone for Underwater Photography S2E8 | 00:03:15 | |
Scott's thoughts (That's a title for a new podcast...I SAID IT FIRST!) on iPhone's versus GoPro's for underwater photography --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Balancing the Responsibilities of Parenting With a Passion for Scuba Diving with Laura Pohjanen from DarkSide Divers | S3E17 | 00:59:35 | |
In this episode, Jay and Sarah explore the topic of parenting and diving with their guest, Laura Pohjanen, from Dark Side Divers. The discussion covers considerations when balancing diving and parenting, the unique experience of being a diver and a mom, the physical and mental challenges, and the importance of support from partners and the diving community. They also touch on introducing children to swimming and water sports, language barriers in parenting, and the societal expectations around parenthood.
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| 30 May 2023 | Underwater Photography with Scott Bauer | S2E8 | 00:57:40 | |
Fellow local (Austin, TX) scuba diver and underwater photographer, Scott Bauer joins Jay to discuss how he arrived at photographing objects underwater and how he learned to love the editing process. Raising coral, not naming your coral, and learning how to back kick are key elements to become a successful underwater photographer. Okay, only one of those is accurate, but they did all play an important part in Scott's scuba and photography development. Scott Bauer https://www.youtube.com/c/DiveLocker79 @ScottBauerBelow The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 29 Aug 2023 | How To Compare Scuba Diving Instruction vs. Pilot Instruction with UTD Instructor and B-52 Pilot Kevin Wood | S2E15 | 01:10:47 | |
Jay sits down with UTD Instructor and B52 pilot trainer, Kevin Wood, to discuss the similarities and differences when it comes to training these two fields. Is training the same no matter the realm? Do only the specifics change? The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Greg Wolf On His Early Life and How He Got Into Scuba Diving | S2E11 | 00:05:42 | |
From seeing his dad's gear hanging up in the bathroom to studying to be an Underwater Archeologist, Greg discusses the influential factors that led him to his latest endeavor.
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| 30 Jul 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: 'Diversity Below the Waves - The Humans of Scuba' with Ara @Diverbliss. 'Promoting Inclusivity in the Dive Industry, Cultural Awareness and Empathy in Diving' | 01:01:56 | |
Note: I apologize for the technical difficulty that Jay's microphone was experiencing. It is rectified at the 18:50 minute mark. In this conversation, Jay, Sarah, and Ara discuss the lack of diversity in the scuba diving industry and the impact it has on different communities. They explore the experiences of being a person of color in the diving world, the stereotypes and discrimination faced by divers from different backgrounds, and the role of marketing and representation in perpetuating these biases. They also touch on the financial barriers that prevent many individuals from marginalized communities from accessing diving opportunities. The conversation covers topics such as the lack of access to diving for Filipinos due to financial constraints, the importance of localizing diving and making it accessible to all, the need for awareness and empathy when traveling to different cultures, the presence of casual racism in the diving community, and the importance of being an ally and speaking up against racism. The conversation also highlights the significance of supporting businesses that treat their employees well and have fair practices. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background
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| 28 May 2024 | Boat Etiquette | S3E10 | 00:46:00 | |
They emphasize the need for divers to be respectful, follow the rules, and set a good example for others. In this conversation. Also, the importance of tipping the boat crew and considerations for boat diving. They cover topics such as communication with the crew, being mindful of the boat layout, avoiding judgmental behavior, and tipping the crew. They also emphasize the importance of being prepared, knowing the location of safety equipment, and being aware of the downline and upline during dives. The conversation provides valuable insights for both experienced and novice boat divers. The bottom line is making sure you're being respectful of the crew that are working hard to make sure you have a fun and safe dive!
Be a minimalist and bring only necessary gear to save space on the boat. Chapters 00:00 Introduction If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 08 Nov 2022 | How Do You Prepare for Advanced Scuba Training? S1E35 | 01:08:52 | |
While Jay is in Florida attending DEMA, he decided to take advantage of continuing his training with a UTD instructor. Nick and Jay discuss what they do respectively to prepare for training that is outside the typical hierarchy of courses that an agency might offer. From mental to gear preparation, they narrow down what they believe to be a positive path for such an undertaking. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 13 Sep 2022 | #28 Going Pro | 00:53:35 | |
In one of the few remaining episodes when Nick was stateside, the guys discuss the pro's and cons regarding their decisions for going pro. What motivating factors started them down the pro path and what does it look like on the other side? They discuss Nick navigating his way to the enviable dream job of holding down sand on a beach while diving the perfect conditions of 80/80/80 (Viz/Water Temp/Air Temp) and teaching out of a dive shop at the waters edge, to Jay's conversion to UTD/DIR trajectory and how that will play into his instruction.
Only one or two more episodes before the only ones available will be with Nick and Jay 9,547 miles apart and we will have to say "goodbye" to Nick all over again. Ok, not really, but I'm just working out the episode inventory and that's how I'm looking at it.
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| 09 Jul 2024 | Reality Check - 10 Myths That Scuba Students Should Question | S3E13 | 01:01:39 | |
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| 05 Sep 2023 | The Good, The Bad, The Resolution; A Path to Becoming a Scuba Diving Instructor with Kevin "Heat" Wood | S2E16 | 01:05:33 | |
Jay sits down again with Kevin "Heat" Wood to discuss their personal journey's in becoming UTD instructors. Kevin was born in Olney, MD and graduated from Virginia Tech with an engineering degree. He is currently a B-52 pilot trainer for the Air Force Reserves as well as a UTD Instructor. "The ability to slip into an unknown and hostile environment filled with strange creatures and to come back safely requires discipline and hard work while also incorporating math, science, and technology... you're basically a low budget astronaut." - Kevin "Heat" Wood
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| 05 Apr 2022 | Dive Slang Vol. I | S1E8 | 00:51:52 | |
The guys discuss some of the slang terms that permeate the SCUBA industry. From the logical to the not so much, they cover terms that divers have used to shorten conversations and/or assist in communicating underwater. What terms have you discovered in your scuba journey? Which are your favorite?
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| 30 Aug 2022 | #26 Nick's in Malaysia, Lah! | 00:56:27 | |
The guys now have over a days worth of audio recorded for your aural pleasure and this week they discuss Nick's adjustment to life in Malaysia. Despite having to drive on the wrong side of the road and the apparent lack of a scuba diving community (What!?), Nick is determined to find one or start one, even if it's fresh water diving.
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| 19 Apr 2022 | Going Solo | S1E10 | 01:01:26 | |
The guys discuss the pro's and con's of diving solo. Also the contradictions that some agencies put forth in their programs regarding dive buddie's vs. going at it alone and why Nick and Jay both appreciate the preparation that goes into what it takes to be safe. What are your thoughts on diving alone? Do you enjoy it? Are you properly prepared with redundant equipment to be the safest you can be? If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 11 Jun 2024 | Choosing a Dive Operator/Instructor: Considerations and Criteria | S3E11 | 00:45:40 | |
They conclude by emphasizing the power of consumer choices in shaping the diving industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Initial Impressions
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| 18 May 2022 | #14 Desert Island Dives - 6 Diving Destinations - Part I | 01:01:35 | |
In this episode, Nick and Jay each reveal 3 dive locations they would like to dive...or dive again. From Florida to The Far East and locations in between, the dive sites that have made their mark on their hearts, minds and senses of wonder and wander are discussed. So excited were they to talk about scuba diving in distant lands, they needed to have a Part II, so stay tuned for that. Producer Daniel's Note: There is a slight audio interference in this episode and it is something we are working to correct. As we try different approaches to recording with new locations and software and equipment, unforeseen circumstances arise, but we are doing our best to prevent them and correct them when they happen. Enjoy the episode! The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 02 May 2023 | Diving Wet and Dry with Jack Der of DUI S2E7 | 01:36:28 | |
Older than time itself (or at least older than the SPG v. Transmitter debate), the question of diving wet or dry has been around for a few minutes. While they both have an overlap regarding application, they also have very specific characteristics that make each of them unique for specific types of diving.
As Jack is an employee of DUI, you can imagine where his passion lies, however as a diver that wants to continue to learn, he's very aware of how each type of thermal protection plays a part in scuba diving as a whole.
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| 12 Mar 2024 | Is Technical Diving for You? | S3E03 | 01:17:08 | |
In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss their journeys into tech and cave diving. They share their experiences and the challenges they faced along the way. They also discuss the different mindsets and motivations behind tech diving, including the appeal of exploring unique environments and the importance of humility in the diving community. They emphasize the need for continuous learning and skill development in order to safely enjoy the benefits of tech diving. They explore the importance of considering future paths and not rushing into teaching or new diving styles. They emphasize the need to slow down and take time to learn and develop different skills. They also highlight the mental game of technical diving and the importance of critical thinking and decision-making. The conversation delves into the choice between side-mount and back-mount configurations and the advantages and disadvantages of each. They stress the importance of progressive training and choosing the right tool for the dive and the conversation concludes with a discussion on the passion and philosophy of technical diving.
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| 11 Apr 2023 | ‘How to Build Relationships Through Scuba Diving’ with Jack Der | S2E5 | 01:09:00 | |
Jack Der of DUI is our guest co-host for our 5th episode of the season. Jay and Jack discuss the traditional and not so traditional ways any type of relationship can blossom through scuba diving. Through the "everyday" diving that you might partake in at your local watering hole, to the familiar faces you might see on a charter boat thousands of miles away from your home. While there might be some 3 to 4 million scuba divers in the country, it can feel quite a bit smaller when you see the same friendly (and not so friendly) faces.
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| 30 Apr 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: Surface Interval #3 - A Day In The Life with Jay & Sarah in San Diego, CA. | 00:11:55 | |
In today's short Surface Interval episode, Jay and Sarah share a few minutes of their day as they enjoyed a shore dive at La Jolla Shores in San Diego, CA. Recorded after their meet and greet at La Jolla Shores, they were able to enjoy a shallow dive together off the coast and experience what that location has to offer. According to Sarah, it has improved greatly from her last visit so if you have the chance to go "play" with some sea lions, that's the location to do it.
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| 23 Aug 2022 | #25 Jay's Journey | 01:35:52 | |
As the anniversary of Jay's open water certification approaches, he and Nick discuss the path that led him to where he is in the scubaverse. They discuss the choices he made willingly and which ones he decided to avoid. After he had a number of PADI courses under his weight belt, (including a Drift Diver Cert that he doesn't like to talk about too much), he decided to search for alternate methods of learning and teaching and quickly found UTD. There is no real "ending" to ones scuba journey, but there is a beginning and in this case, it was quite the bumpy ride with a number of unmet expectations and disappointing outcomes. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 28 Mar 2023 | ‘Different Forms of Dive Travel - From Dirtbag to Dollars’ with Sarah Miller |S2E3 | 01:18:33 | |
Sarah and Jay break down a few of the more common types of dive trips, from the dirtbag diver to the specialty trip. Each one has it's own personality and offers potentially different opportunities, but the cost will vary greatly. Which trips have you taken and has the more expensive one always been worth the extra dough?
Thank you to Sarah for participating in the first three episodes of our second season. We loved having you on the show and we look forward to having you back.
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| 12 Jul 2022 | #22 Lily and Arya, Under the Jungle Instructors | 00:46:50 | |
This week the guys speak with Lily and Arya, their instructors during their side mount course in Tulum, Mexico. Lily and Arya are both instructors with Under the Jungle and while it seemed that they weren't big fans of having a microphone in front of them, they were both gracious and great sports about the whole process. Nick and Jay inquired about their scuba beginnings as well as how they ended up at UTJ, not to mention more than a few, 'Fins in the Pool,' questions. Visit www.underthejungle.com to schedule your guided tour or course. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 21 May 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: Surface Interval #4 - A Day In The Life of A Cave Diver | 00:30:36 | |
While in Marianna, Fl., Jay turns on his recorder and gives us a glimpse into a day while cave diving the system there. The arrival, the unloading, the 18 cups of coffee, the pre-check and equipment match and the debrief afterwards are all captured in this short Surface Interval. If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - FULL EPISODE - Scott Bauer, Underwater Photographer S2E8 | 00:57:09 | |
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| 25 Jul 2023 | Megalodon Tooth vs A Coke Bottle...The Gray Area Between Treasure Hunting and Archeology | S2E11 | 00:01:42 | |
We've all seen things that we wanted to pick up while scuba diving. Most of it was trash and we picked it up (I hope!) in order to remove it from the ecosystem, (Personally, I have left a piece or two of trash because I was confident that something was using it for a dwelling, but I digress), but when does "trash" or a seemingly random item become something more?
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| 22 Jul 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: 'Diversity Below the Waves: The Humans of Scuba' | 00:01:41 | |
We here at the dive table are excited to announce our new diversity in diving series. If you've been involved with the scuba diving community in any capacity, you have probably noticed a lack of diversity. Although this is changing as younger people get into the sport with the help of social media, the general diving population consists of white, middle -aged, straight men. And while we love all the people who keep this sport alive, here at the dive table, we want everyone to feel represented in the sport. So we're creating this series to talk about the different challenges people face. Our purpose is to raise our collective consciousness around diversity and diving and be a part of the continuing evolution of the sport we are all so passionate about. We recognize fully that this topic may be controversial for some. We hope that you'll stick around and learn with us on this journey as we step into other people's shoes. These conversations are important to have out loud and in the open so we can grow together. Throughout the rest of this season, we will be sprinkling in episodes from this series, including the topics of culture, race, sexual identity, and gender. Be sure to subscribe to get the latest episode and join the conversation in our Facebook group. That's Facebook.com forward slash groups forward slash the dive table.
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| 06 Jun 2023 | Underwater Photography Part 2 with Scott Bauer | S2E9 | 00:54:26 | |
The guys continue their conversation around underwater photography and delve a little more into the specifics. Scott gives advice to new photographers and what he thinks is a step in the wrong direction. Scott Bauer https://www.youtube.com/c/DiveLocker79 @ScottBauerBelow The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 08 May 2023 | Jack Der on Being Jack Der S2E5 | 00:07:57 | |
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| 01 Aug 2023 | Desert Island Dives: Underwater Archeology Edition with Greg Wolf | S2E12 | 01:01:45 | |
Jay and Greg continue their conversation about underwater archeology but this time they each give up their top three sites that they would like to explore... ...and on a side note, Ethan Hawke was mistaken for Kevin Bacon in the 'MoonKnight' series, so there's your 6 degrees of Kevin Bacon...sort of. https://wegotthiscovered.com/tv/some-marvel-fans-are-convinced-moon-knight-villain-ethan-hawke-is-kevin-bacon/ The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 21 Jun 2022 | #19 Nick's Big Announcement! | 00:56:45 | |
The guys decide it's time to let the cat out of the bag; Nick is moving to Malaysia. Don't worry, though, thanks to technology the podcast will go on. There's a 13 hour time difference so somebody’s gonna have to be up early.
They discuss the reason for the move, the cuisine he will get to experience, as well as the proximity to so many wonderful diving spots. While we're sad to see him go, we are happy about his amazing opportunity.
Mane and Tail for Life!
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| 26 Feb 2022 | What Makes a Great Instructor? | S1E2 | 01:00:11 | |
Nick and Jay discuss what it means to be a great instructor. Is it training, experience, agency, etc? What do you think? If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 25 Jul 2023 | How Do You Become an Underwater Archeologist? | S2E11 | 00:04:26 | |
As Greg is still in the education pipeline on his way to becoming an archeologist, he doesn't pretend to have the answers, however he does have some pretty solid advice. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 16 May 2023 | Season 2 Midstream Update | 00:34:13 | |
After finally settling into San Diego, CA, Jay sits down with Daniel for a brief discussion about what's going on with The Dive Table as well as each other. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 31 May 2022 | #16 Interview with Mike Gault Part I | 01:28:02 | |
To say that we've been excited to release this episode is quite the understatement. The guys sat down with Mike Gault a few weeks ago to speak with him about how he was initially introduced into scuba diving and what led him into commercial, tech, and ultimately, cave diving. Once a member of the famed WKPP (Woodville Karst Plain Project), Mike touches on his philosophy of scuba and what other project(s) keep him occupied now. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 20 Jul 2022 | The Dive Table will be back after a word from our sponsors... | 00:01:44 | |
Hey everybody, Producer Daniel here with The Dive Table Jay and Nick are gonna take a few weeks off in order to recoup from life outside of podcast responsibilities. Jay has been out of town with family obligations but at the same time going through quite a bit of training towards his instructor rating with UTD, so I can imagine the combination would warrant a little time off… And Nick, in case you haven’t heard, is moving to Malaysia. I think it takes two weeks just to get there, so the time off will allow him to get settled into his new place, his dream job and not to mention the time zone…I think it’s 13 hours ahead… We will release a new episode on August 2nd where the guys have a conversation with Sarah Miller with Azul Unlimited. She took the time to sit down with The Dive Table to discuss what’s going on in her part of the world as well as views on the scuba industry itself and something about certain mobile living conditions in the vicinity of a flowing body of water. You should definitely check her out on Instagram and YouTube in the meantime, just search, Azul Unlimited. Thanks to everyone that is subscribed and listening as well as our Patreon members. If you want to be a supporting member of The Dive Table, please go to www.thedivetable.com and click on ‘Join a Dive Club’ in the upper right hand corner and pick a club that best suits you. Thank you for your support and we’ll be back soon. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - The Fundamentals of Underwater Photography with Scott Bauer and Jay Gardner S2E8 | 00:14:16 | |
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| 15 Mar 2022 | What’s the Difference Between Training, Certification and Coaching? | S1E5 | 01:17:44 | |
Nick and Jay discuss the difference between certification training and coaching. What do each of those mean to themselves and to the development of a scuba diver?
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| 25 Apr 2023 | Behind the Scenes: Being a Diver and Working in the Dive Industry with Jack Der S2E6 | 01:08:46 | |
Jack joins Jay at The Dive Table for his second episode to discuss what it's like balancing dive work-life with work dive-life. We all do our best to balance our passions or our hobbies with our family and home life, but what happens when your work life is also your passion? This episode could've gone on for a couple of episodes regarding this topic. Jack Der The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 29 May 2023 | VIDEO - Scott Bauer on his affinity for growing coral as a kid S2E8 | 00:02:17 | |
If you didn't start growing coral as a kid, you'll never be an underwater photographer. Kidding! It's something Scott found somewhat profound regarding his photography career so he decided to share. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 15 Nov 2022 | Lessons Learned from Season 1 of The Dive Table S1E36 | 00:58:02 | |
Reminiscing over The Dive Table's first 35 episodes, Jay and Nick discuss what it is they've learned about themselves and the required effort needed to start and maintain a podcast. Looking to the future, the guys also talk about the things they want to change moving forward. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 06 Dec 2022 | A Conversation with Robin Cuesta of Sulawesi Dive Trek S1E39 | 01:08:20 | |
One of the extraordinary individuals that Nick made contact with at ADEX in Singapore was Robin Cuesta. Robin started and runs Sulawesi Dive Trek in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Jay and Nick sit down with him to discuss how he got into scuba, how a Parisean ended up in Indonesia and the passion he has for cave diving and exploration. If you want to reach out to Robin to find out more, you can find him at his website, www.sulawesidivetrek.com. He's also on Instagram @diving_robin The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. Gardner Underwater --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 05 Jun 2023 | FULL EPISODE - Underwater Photography Part 2 with Scott Bauer | S2E9 | 00:53:41 | |
Scott Bauer joins Jay at The Dive Table for his second stint in the co-host chair to continue their discussion on Underwater Photography.
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| 25 Mar 2022 | Dive Jokes Vol. 1 | S1E6 | 00:30:22 | |
Nick and Jay test out their comedic delivery in the very first volume of Dive Jokes on The Dive Table. These jokes were not written by your hosts, so their delivery is what's up for debate. Enjoy!
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| 14 May 2023 | Jay Discussing Diving in La Jolla Shores versus Windy Point, Lake Travis | 00:05:04 | |
Despite being in San Diego, CA., Jay finds a number of characteristics similar when diving in La Jolla shores versus Windy Point, Lake Travis, Texas. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 23 Apr 2024 | Diving From Your Vehicle - Prepping Your Car or Truck to be Your Mobile Scuba Platform | S3E08 | 01:08:26 | |
In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss the topic of diving from vehicles. Sarah shares a funny story about her van breaking down on the freeway and the importance of being prepared for breakdowns. They discuss the essential items to have in your vehicle, such as jumper cables, fix-a-flat, fire extinguisher, tow cables, and water. Jay and Sarah operate different vehicles and they discuss the benefits of an open bed truck for diving versus the need for privacy, like a van that Sarah drives. They talk about the challenges of transporting tanks and securing gear in their vans and trucks. Jay shares his method of using pool noodles to secure tanks in his truck bed, while Sarah uses her wetsuit to wedge tanks in her van. They also discuss the importance of securing gear to prevent damage and theft. Overall, they provide insights and tips on how to safely transport and store diving equipment in vehicles.
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| 24 May 2022 | #15 Desert Island Dives - 6 Diving Destinations Part II | 01:00:41 | |
As a scuba diver, the list of diving destinations is almost limitless. In part two of Desert Island Dives; 6 Diving Destinations, Nick and Jay continue with the list of their top diving destinations that keep them up at night. From the cold waters of the northwest and sea lion haven, to the warm waters of Southeast Asia and the final resting place of many a sailor, the discussion continues... Enjoy the episode! The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways: Subscribe to the podcast so you get notified when new episodes drop; Leave a rating wherever you listen to your podcasts; Send the link to the show; thedivetable.com to a dive buddy, your dive team, or your last scuba instructor. Share your thoughts with us by leaving us a voicemail here on our website or say howdy. Also visit us at, www.fishdivesurf.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 14 May 2024 | Rescues and Emergencies | S3E09 | 00:55:46 | |
In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss the importance of being prepared for emergencies in diving. They talk about the significance of rescue training and the goal of being able to help others in distress. They also discuss the timing of taking a rescue course and the importance of having experience and comfort in your own diving skills before pursuing rescue training. They emphasize the need for situational awareness and the ability to recognize when something is not right. They also discuss the importance of having access to oxygen and a well-stocked first aid kit. In this conversation, Sarah and Jay discuss the importance of safety equipment and preparedness in scuba diving. They cover topics such as first aid kits, oxygen administration, rescue techniques, and the role of insurance in diving accidents. They also emphasize the need for proper training and staying up to date with skills. The conversation highlights the importance of having a plan, knowing the location of local hospitals and hyperbaric chambers, and having emergency contact numbers readily available. They also discuss the significance of understanding the limitations of one's training and equipment, as well as the importance of finding a doctor who understands diving-related issues.
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| 02 Apr 2024 | Diving With "New To You" Divers | S3E5 | 00:50:13 | |
The conversation revolves around the topic of diving with new people and the challenges and considerations that come with it. Both Jay and Sarah share their experiences and perspectives on the matter. They discuss the importance of building a team and finding compatible dive buddies. They also talk about the need to keep dives simple and gear minimal when diving with new people. Communication and understanding each other's experiences and comfort levels are key to ensuring a safe and enjoyable dive. They emphasize the need for open and honest conversations about fears, anxieties, and expectations before the dive. They also highlight the importance of observing the whole diver and being mentally prepared for the dive. Slowing down, being present, and taking the time to check in with oneself and the team are crucial for a safe and enjoyable dive. They also stress the significance of debriefing after the dive and building relationships outside of diving. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences
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| 26 Mar 2024 | Tips On How To Prepare For A New Dive Season | S3E04 | 00:49:25 | |
In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss getting back into diving after a surface interval. They cover topics such as preparing and servicing gear, buying gear and prioritizing purchases, time vs. number of dives for gear servicing, buying secondhand gear, and preparing yourself as a diver. This conversation discusses the importance of refreshing diving skills and the timing of skill refreshment. It also explores the concept of recall and mental preparation, including the use of visualization and YouTube as tools. They emphasize the significance of communication and support in diving, while cautioning against judgment and ego. Additionally, Jay and Sarah announce a dive meetup as a means of community building. 00:00 Introduction and Surface Intervals
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| 16 Aug 2022 | #24 Transmitter vs. SPG | 01:20:06 | |
The age old question finally arrives at The Dive Table; Which tool should you use to monitor your gas levels, the transmitter or the SPG? Well, the guys dive right in and quickly realize something that everybody already knows; never buy a used mattress. The pros and cons of a transmitter and SPG are discussed as well as the preferences for different types of diving. The answer to the question may surprise you. Or it won't. What side of the aisle do you fall on? Do you think it matters which one should be used? Do you agree or disagree with Nick and Jay's assessment? The article mentioned in the episode, written by Natalie Gibb (Under the Jungle Owner, Instructor) titled, 'Extreme (and not so extreme) multi-stage side-mount cave diving,' that was published on the Shearwater website can be found here: The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 04 Apr 2023 | ‘How Do You Know When Your Skills Are Improving?’ with Ben Bos | S2E4 | 01:04:56 | |
Jay sits down with UTD Training Director, Ben Bos to discuss the question; How do you know your skills are improving as a diver? From the perspective of an instructor to that of self-assessing your own training dives, it's important for your students progress or your own to determine what progress looks like and to be honest when there is no progress.
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| 29 Dec 2022 | End of Season 1 Thank You! | 00:02:10 | |
Just taking a couple minutes (literally) to thank everyone that has been involved with the show, in one way or another. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 26 Apr 2022 | The Truth About Lake Diving | S1E11 | 01:00:17 | |
The guys discuss the pros and cons of diving in a lake versus diving in blue water. Nick and Jay have both spent time in our own Lake Travis so they are very familiar with the conditions that lake diving here affords a diver. Both types of diving offer experiences that the other one can't supply and so the question still remains; "Do the best divers come from mud?" The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 04 Oct 2022 | #31 The Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) | 01:05:09 | |
Now that Nick is in Malaysia, it's time he got to work on spreading the word of 'The Table.' He discovered, ADEX, The Asia Dive Expo in Singapore. He jumped on a plane and spent three days hanging out listening to speakers, checking out new gear (not buying any though. He has his G.A.S., aka Gear Acquisition Syndrome under control) and generally having a good time. Jay asked him a few questions and discovered that Nick has a new scuba related project that he has self-imposed upon himself. Listen to the episode to find out what it is so you can say, 'You heard it hear first.' This way, if he tries to deny it, we can always refer back to this episode.
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| 28 Jun 2022 | #20 Mo' Money Mo' Scuba | 01:19:02 | |
Money. Is it the root of all evil, or the gateway to a scuba life? Nick and Jay discuss what it might cost today to start your scuba journey. They give a sneak peak into what they've each spent on scuba and discuss that while it might be "a lot" of money (perspective is needed in this episode), it's what they love to do so therefore justified. Nick and Jay also discuss ways to save money between the type of equipment you can buy to learning how to maintain your own gear. The Dive Table Fish Dive Surf, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daniel-porter73/message If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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| 09 Jul 2022 | VIDEO: A conversation with Natalie Gibb and Vincent Rouquette-Cathala | 01:06:44 | |
Nick and Jay sit down with Nat and Vince, the owners of Under the Jungle in Tulum, Mexico to discuss their scuba origins as well as the genesis of ‘Under the Jungle.’ Nick and Jay visited them in May and went through a TDI Expert Sidemount class with two of Under the Jungle’s instructors, Lily and Aria (Podcast episode available on 7/11/22) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-porter73/message | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | What Does Growth Look Like for a Scuba Diver? | S1E4 | 00:52:00 | |
Nick and Jay discuss what growth looks like to a scuba diver and how that manifests itself. Does the student, the instructor, or the agency play the greater role in influence? Or is it something else entirely?
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| 31 Oct 2023 | The Reef of Horrors, Vol. 2 with Jack Der | 01:12:04 | |
This year, Jay is joined for The Reef of Horrors, Vol. 2 by friend of the show, Jack Der. Jack is a CA native and regular dive buddy with Jay. While they don't share any common scary stories, they do have a few that will make you think twice about eating certain foods before diving or before diving when you know specific creatures are nearby. | |||
| 23 Jul 2024 | The Dive Table Presents: Surface Interval #6 with Jay Gardner: Zigging and Zagging as an Independent Scuba Instructor | 00:34:31 | |
Being an independent scuba instructor involves managing various aspects of running a small business, serving students, and handling logistics. This includes finding students, defining the target audience, and understanding their needs. It also involves managing the logistics of teaching classes, such as gas fills, dive sites, rentals, and pool access. Building a support system is crucial, including service, retail sales, and knowledge resources. The closure of local dive shops can present challenges, requiring improvisation and finding alternative solutions. Jay shares his experience and invites other independent instructors to share their stories and insights. The Scripps Pier underwater camera was donated by DeepSea Power & Light and proved HD live streaming video from ~4m (13ft) water depth. If you enjoyed this episode and want to be a part of this growing community, you can join us in a couple of ways:
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