Dive deep into the underwater world with LB Diver and Johnny V. Join working commercial divers covering subjects from underwater welding to SCUBA diving. Our 30+ years of combined experience gives you an exclusive peek into what it’s like being a professional diver. We are the world’s first commercial diving podcast and the best educational resource for the learning diver.
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Part two. We have Ol’ Pete back on to clear a couple things up and tell us all about his side gig as a part time cut man. The second half of the audio was not recorded due to internet problems.
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The DMT Neck Whomp with Bradley Peterson
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The only IMCA dive medicine instructor in the US, that we know of, comes on and talks about teaching at DIT in Seattle. From killing bad guys to teaching how to keep someone alive on a dive job. This episode takes some fun twists and turns! Listen in and enjoy this first part of a two part set.
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EL Gato Diablo: The latest on CDT dive school and other stuff you don’t care about
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We talk about the latest happenings at CDT dive school and the past couple weeks events. Johnny comes out as his alter ego “el Gato Diablo”, and LB did some nerdy scuba show seminar. All this and more! Recorded while on the road in Mississippi.
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Super Sh!T Show Week: CDT dive school and DerpSea Co
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This special joint episode with @diveshackconfidential discusses the current drama unfolding at Commercial Diving Technologies out of Hudson, FL. We also touch on the drama with small diver businesses vs the ghost Goliath of derpsea locker and their army of bots. Tune into this special explosive joint episode! Please follow both shows for the lates…
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From prey to survivor with diver Will Georgitis
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One minute you're swimming along scuba diving, and the next minute you're getting your arm torn off. All he was doing was hunting for fossils minding his own business. No one ever get attacked by gators they said. They're more afraid of you.Only the gators that are fed by people are a problem...Bs!Listen in as Will recounts the tale of his harrowin…
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pressure makes diamonds. We catch up with Trevor and talk diving and wetsuits.
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Best Episode Ever and “My life in a new timeline”
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The return of “EL Gato”! Johnny is back and alive in the dive shack. Episode has thrills and plenty of spills as we slosh our way through the last couple weeks. We give an update on the water tower diver death and have a quick phone call on air with a special guest. We also talk about how I died in the south and am now living in an alternate timeli…
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Death and Destruction: Diver Deaths and Bridge Collapse with special guest Bobby Chacon
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We had another diver death. Carlos Medina passed away during the course of his work cleaning out a water storage tank. We go over what we know and give an update on where we are at in the investigation. For the second half of the show, we have Bobby Chacon on to talk about the similarities of the I-35 bridge collapse and the Key bridge collapse in …
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A commercial diver has died during the course of work on 3/12/24. He was working in the Gulf of Mexico during jetting operations. Listen in for up to date information and details surrounding this tragic accident.
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Sea Lab 1, 60th Anniversary with Man in The Sea Museum’s, Steve Mullholland
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On a February day in 1969, off the shore of northern California, a US Navy crane carefully lowered 300 tons of metal into the Pacific Ocean. The massive tubular structure was an audacious feat of engineering — a pressurized underwater habitat, complete with science labs and living quarters for an elite group of divers who hoped to spend days or eve…
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Telling it like it is with Phillip Griffin, Gulf Diver
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In this double disclaimer episode get an inside look into sat diving and traveling as a commercial diver. From California to Texas to Nigeria and everywhere in between, Phil tells us like it is. Dive schools buckle up and take note. We got a good one here. Real diver talk from real divers.
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Bobby Chacon (FBI RET) Pt. II - "Cocaine Shark"
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We continue our conversation with retired FBI Diver, Bobby Chacon in this thrilling episode. We start with the underwater investigation of the Lacy Peterson Murders. It gets a bit graphic, so listeners be advised. We then talk about Bobby's work on the "Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders" TV show. We learn about gun safety on set, while we go over the …
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Bobby Chacon (FBI RET) in "The Good, The Bad, and The Diver" - Part I
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Plane Crashes with AIDS blood, anthrax diving, catching murderers, Russian mob hits, and some great insight for divers involved in body recovery. A packed episode as we have Bobby Chacon in the Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack! Stay tuned for Part II coming soon as we dive deeper into the details of some of the cases that Bobby has worked on.Episode Summ…
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An in between episode with LB Diver and Johnny where we give an update on the Miami hookah death from last year. We also talk a bit about the Texas and some upcoming trips/events.
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The Downline-ADCI podcast: Engineer Divers with Consor Engineers
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New Episode of The Downline. Commercial diving isn’t just about construction and oil. We have an amazing conversation about engineering and diving. Listen in as we speak with Ikaika Kincaid, Laura Miller, and Colton Powell of Consor Engineers, an ADCI member company. Consor has a wealth of experience performing commercial diving and underwater stru…
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Hypervan: Life Saving Technology, Mobilized
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Dr. Keith Van Meter and Bobby Delise come on the show and talk about the groundbreaking new concept for hyperbaric treatment. They answer some tough questions and explain why this is the next and needed step in emergency hyperbaric treatment. From diving injuries to gun shot wounds this van is versatile and will save lives. Dr. Van Meter also talks…
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Mary Bonnin, USN -The First and Only Female Master Diver
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We had such an amazing interview with Mary Bonnin on location in Panama City, FL. She is the United States of Americas First ever female, “MASTER DIVER “, and she is still currently the only female master diver.Mary Bonnin earned her initial diving qualification in 1977. She graduated from First Class Diving School in 1981 at the top of her class a…
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Winter break recap and the rambling man
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In this episode we recap the events of last month. We had a great time during the winter break and can’t wait to bring you new episodes!
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Keeping it Real with Kirby Morgan- “The Downline” ADCI podcast episode
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Subscribe to The Downline! The official podcast for The ADCI. In this amazing episode we talk with Blair Mott of Kirby Morgan Dive Systems. A great conversation about equipment and the importance of diving with genuine Kirby Morgan products from authorized dealers. This episode was recorded at Underwater Interventions 2023 in New Orleans, LA. The D…
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Underwater Intervention 2023 Day 2 (11/30/2023)
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Live on the floor of UI for day two.
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Underwater Intervention 2023 Day 1 (11/29/2023)
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Wow! What a day! A recap of underwater intervention day 1!
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“Dive and let Die” the hyperbaric wasteland
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An important episode for all divers in all fields that you don’t want to miss. We discuss the hyperbaric crisis we are facing with Julio Garcia, the Director of Hyperbarics at Springhill Hospital in Mobile, Alabama. He shares many stories about treating diving injuries and tells us the awful truth regarding diver care.More and more hyperbaric facil…
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Panama City Nights Part 2 with Jeff Lane of Consor Engineers
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In this second episode recorded while on the road in Florida, we speak with one of my early dive mentors, Jeff Lane. He tells about his story as an army diver, commercial diving contractor, and dive supervisor with Consor Engineers. This episode was recorded with a live audience in downtown Panama City. We had a great time reminiscing, shucking oys…
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Panama City Nights with Frank Lasch of EXND
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In the first Panama City, FL episode, we invite Frank Lasch over and talk about his career as a navy diver and then commercial dive company owner. We had special guest co-host Johnny “The Legend” Santiago for this episode. Frank was an awesome guest and can’t wait to hang out again next time I’m working in Panama City.…
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Diving for Crack, Geoducks, and Urchins in the Pacific Northwest with Doug Brown
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Wow! What an episode! We get an inside look into being a fishery diver with Doug Brown. He tells us some wild stories! Learn about “Cali Style” diving, old timers smoking crack and diving, underwater fighting, and the big dollars you can make in this high risk niche of commercial diving.
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3 Stooges in "Shallow Water Hi-Jinks and Diver Follies!"
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We had a great time with diver AJ Lee. AJ shared with us how hestarted in the industry and his current status as a commercial diver. But itwasn’t all serious talk! 😄 We also had a blast justhanging out and enjoying each other’s company. Laughter echoed through theshack as we shared hilarious stories drank some beers and just enjoyed eachother’s com…
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If you get me a cup of coffee I’ll tell you how to stay alive
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Mike Wheatley comes on the show and spews his knowledge all over the place. You DIT graduates know him, love him, hate him, he’s a diver so he don’t care! It’s an amazing show with a guy that’s been around the block and is now teaching young divers how to work and make it in the biz! An amazing show that you don’t want to miss!…
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We start our new season with updates and news from the diving industry! We talk about what we’ve been doing and where LB diver has been lately. We’re excited and ready for a new season full of fun and adventure!
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Limeys and Yanks… Can’t we all just get along?!
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Episode with Johnny and LB! We talk about the new dive supervisor’s handbook and the creation of a new diver’s association. LB gives his two cents on how to make safety changes and the feelings of non-divers from overseas trying to make an impact in American diving standards. Burn the house down or gather intelligence and work with industry leaders…
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OceanGate Sub tragedy and the first HDS Explorer Mission
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***By now we all know what happened to those on the OceanGate sub. But in this episode, we dive deep into the tragic incident involving the OceanGate submarine and the importance of safety in underwater exploration. We had the privilege of speaking with Jon Council, who’s diving experience spans 40+ years with 30+ years as a scientific research div…
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Great episode about diving in SoCal! Some tips and advice about how to make it in a cut-throat high dollar market. You want to be a diver?! Listen to John Blunt and gain some insight about this competitive trade. We talk about ship husbandry and some of the type of work that goes into keeping trade and commerce flowing. We also have a great “oh sh!…
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A good fun episode with Johnny and LB Diver. We talk about scuba divers and commercial diving. We recently presented a seminar at the Long Beach Scuba Show and give you a little preview about that. We really had a blast recording this episode and hope you have fun listening to it.
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Being Safe and At The Ready with Jeffrey Gazarek
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We drink some whiskey and have a chat with Jeffrey Gazarek ADCI Gulf Chapter Chairman and Moffatt and Nichol Engineers. Recorded while on the road in New Jersey, we talk about recent safety drills and training we conducted. A great episode with some great dive stories from the Gulf and our thoughts on being ready to rescue a diver if need be.…
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Back from a long spring break, we pick up where we left off! A lot of new developments and great things in the works. Feels good to be back!
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A Yanks guide to diving the North Sea
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Do you want to make big bucks in the North Sea? We’ve all heard the tales of our diving forefathers in the North Sea. It’s not as easy to get out there as it used to be. In this episode, my buddy, Aaron Dack gives us the roadmap to how an American diver can make it in the North Sea, just like he did. This is definitely an episode that you are going…
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The Downline: Commercial diving in the Gulf of Mexico, and how to succeed
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A great episode that you need to hear! For those that haven’t done so, please subscribe and follow “The Downline”, the official ADCI podcast. Get real information and insight into the oil and gas industry related to the Gulf of Mexico. We speak with Pat Jeffries and William Bratkowski, two industry leaders, who give up to date news and advice. An e…
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Sewer Divers with DirtyWater Don and The Legend (Cortes was also there)
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Boners and sewers. Diving and TV. We talk to the guys of the hit TV show, “Sewer Divers”, Dirty Water Don gives us an inside look into how the show came about and what goes into it. We also clear up the infamous “welding” episode. Don also talks about how he recently got bent pretty bad and what Johnny “The Legend” did to help him. We tell you abou…
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We have a fun and educational episode with Greg about dive medicine and hyperbarics. An episode that is sure to be a favorite!
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Just a welder doing diving sh!t! With Marena Kanzler
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A welder, diver, and TikTok wet towel influencer? Marena makes it into the dive shack and talks about her journey so far. A 6th year diver, she’s finding her groove and making a name for herself in the commercial diving community. She talks about her viral wet towel videos on TikTok, being on the “Breaking Bobby Bones” show, and working with monste…
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BD Bierclub episode: Nation Golf Co. with Adam Hawk and Ryan Engle
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Wow! What a great time hanging out with Adam and Ryan of Nation Golf! Bringing style, swagger, and that old school feel back to the game! We have some beers and talk about the game we all love and hate! This episode is great for everyone looking to get out on the course. We share some great diver stories and learn about the movement Nation Golf has…
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Diving into Space - Ep.2 The Aquanaut, Dr. Michael Gernhardt
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Dr. Michael Gernhardt, astronaut, commercial diver, scuba diver, aquanaut, engineer, and Nogi award winner. These are just titles but his career and achievements are legendary. From “spacewalking” to walking the ocean floor on NEEMO missions! He recently retired from @NASA but is still making strides in space exploration working in the private sect…
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Wet Pay: The career of Sam Humphrey
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We interview Sam Humphrey! An amazing man and diver. I first met Sam on the job working for Global Diving and Salvage. It’s great to see and read his book about his career. Sam suffered a motorcycle accident that left him paralyzed and ended his dive career. We are so grateful that he was able to overcome a terrible accident and write a book chroni…
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Preserving history while making it! The Deepwater Diving Monument Project with Don Barthelmess and Leslie Leaney
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We are so honored that Don Barthelmess and Leslie Leaney chose to come on our show and share the story behind the Deepwater Diving Monument. This project is to be placed in Santa Barbara, California, a city rich in diving and maritime history. This beautiful statue stands in honor of the pioneers worldwide in the diving industry. We also learn a li…
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Mermaids are real? A BD Bierclub exclusive with Kelly the Long Beach Mermaid
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We are joined by Kelly “The Long Beach Mermaid” and Guest Host Dennis Trilles of Craftbeer LB. We have several beers provided by Dennis and also have some Dirty Prospector Apple Brandy! Kelly tells us all about the mermaid lifestyle and what it takes to be a real life mermaid! A fun episode and a look into the undercurrents of the mermaid world! De…
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Accident causing death and holiday season
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We talk about a recent death that happened of a friend during topside work. Terrible tragedy and a reminder to stay vigilant, keep out of pinch points, and the importance of having an exit strategy. We update our listeners on our future plans and recap some of our recent events.
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No dive work? "Testing" the waters of Topside NDT
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We have Ken Kuhlman on the show to talk about what happens if diving is not working out. Some may not be able to find work right away, dive work may have dried up, you find out that commercial diving is not what it's all cracked up to be, or your body may not be cut out anymore for the rigors of diving and heavy construction; what do you do? We go …
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Gettin while the Getting is Good: Entry Level Tender/Diver Dusty
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It was great talking with Dusty, a newly graduated diver from Santa Barbara Marine Tech. He shares his school experiences starting out culminating with his first working dive 6 months after graduation. An entertaining episode and definitely one that dive students should listen to!
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From Dive station to Fermentation, Bierclub episode
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We had to post this episode on the dive shack! Brian owner of Poseidon brewing talks with us about how he went from Navy Diver to brewery owner!
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Land Locked and Locked Up - with Chino State Prison Dive School Instructor Kenyatta Kalisana
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Amazing episode of redemption and perseverance. Listen to Kenyatta Kalisana tell his story of how he was a prisoner and eventual graduate of Chino State Prison's dive program. After a successful career he returns to prison to become the new dive instructor at Chino. A great episode that goes full circle and shows you how the dive program at Chino P…
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Great episode with the Bottom Dwellers crew talking about our latest adventures and our work diving on the Queen Mary. We talk about a phone call we received from one of our listeners asking about diving with a stopped up ear. A conversation about safety and the foolish use of climbing harnesses as a diving harness. We also touch on our new show th…
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