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The Great Dive Podcast

Brando & James
Scuba Diving
Cave Diving
Technical Diving
Diving Safety
Great Lakes
Solo Diving
Manscaped
Underwater Photography
Scuba Diving Training
Environmental Impact
Lake Erie
Narcotic Effects
Deep Air Diving
Rouse Simmons
Conservation
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Thunder Bay International Film Festival
Accident Analysis
Partial Pressure
Training Standards

Grab your logbooks and gather around as James and Brando chat about your favorite subject and theirs, scuba diving. Each episode, these guys will share with each other an interesting and relevant story, tale, adventure or experience from under, in or on the water. It’s just like hanging out with a couple of cool buddies at the dive shop, on the dock or at the pub. Listen, learn and have fun with J... more

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Latest Episodes

Get your tricks and treats out for another haunting episode of TGDP Halloween Spooktacular. This year the boys bubble up Brando’s hot tub with tales of ghosts, ghouls, and sea fiends from out of the deep.

This week the boys diving in a companion journal to AquaCorps called Technical Diver. They compare this 1992 article by Michael Menduno with the state of the scuba world today. "Safety is the first priority. This is not recreational diving." That is ... more

There's only one way to follow up that great interview with Rachel Lance, and that's with the boys paying tribute to the diving community's great ambassador and friend, Michael Menduno. Ol' Jamesy and Brando pull out aquaCORPS magazine, Issue Number ... more

Join your buddies, James and Brando as they sit down and talk with Rachel Lance. She is the author of Chamber Divers, the story about J.B.S. Haldane and other scientists who changed special operations warfare during WWII. The story is fascinating and... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Lance
Author of 'Chamber Divers' and diving engineer
Engineer for the US Navy
Episode: Episode 432 - Oxygen 8 Rachel Lance Interview
Valerie Taylor
Ocean cinematographer and shark activist
Episode: Episode 422- Valerie Taylor, Jaws, and The Meaning of Life
David Shaw
A renowned cave diver, known for his record-setting deep dives
Episode: The Great Dive Podcast - Episode 410 - David Shaw 3 Batman and Robin
Ben Bos
Training director for UTD Scuba Diving
UTD Scuba Diving
Episode: The Great Dive Podcast - Episode 391 - TGDP Goes CCR
Captain Ryan
Captain of the Discovery, diving charters expert
Isle Royale Charters
Episode: Episode 381 -Interview On Gitcheegumee
Michael Menduno
A journalist, editor, and founder of Aquacore magazine
Episode: Episode 379 -Out of Gas On The Speigel Grove
Stratis Kas
Tri-mix and cave instructor, public speaker, award-winning photographer and filmmaker.
In-Depth Magazine
Episode: Episode 378 - A Really Close Call
Stephanie Gandulla
Research Coordinator and Archaeologist at NOAA Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
NOAA Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Episode: Episode 377 - Excalibur and the Lady of the Lakes
Bill Nagle
A renowned dive captain and legend in the wreck diving community
Captained The Seeker
Episode: Episode 365 - Shadow Divers Part 1 Bill Nagle

Hosts

James Mott
Co-host and shared storyteller, discussing diverse diving topics and personal adventures with humor and insight.
Brandon Schwartz
Co-host known for his engaging commentary and humorous takes on the world of scuba diving and related stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 465 ratings
  • Do Not Recommend

    I do not recommend this show if you wear split fins, take life too seriously, and hate Arnold Schwarzenegger impressions.

    I especially don’t recommend the pee fog!

    I DO, however, recommend this show for anyone who loves diving. As a newbie diver I have learned a lot from their in-depth conversations about diving based on real life stories from around the world as well as their own experiences. Topics that were only barely touched on in my open water dive class have been discussed in greater det... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elystrations
    United States2 months ago
  • Cave month is the best

    I am listening to The Great Dive Podcast here im Switzerland. My favorite month is the cave dive month. Nice how you speak up and call out the industry and its stupid low level instructors. I enjoy you humor and super informative content. Keep it up and continue being your authentic selfs. Cheers out of the swiss mountains.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Basler (BAM)
    Switzerland2 months ago
  • Ultra Ballistic Show!

    I got hooked with the David Shaw experience. Now I’m listening to the series from the beginning, really enjoying it. There’s a lot of knowledge and entertainment to be glean from this podcast. Really well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MUSE435
    United States2 months ago
  • Informative and very funny

    So few diving podcasts are interesting. So few dive podcasts exist.

    You’re delightful in a mannish/mantastic way while being open and empathetic, and you also have great info that’s easy to understand. You have great rapport without being cringy goofballs.

    I love hearing stories about demise by hubris - and this is kind of baked into the cake for divers: you have to be confident when diving BUT ALSO don’t get overconfident. Bad things can happen.

    So funny: “3 month cave diving special” and “t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reviewer 782
    United States6 months ago
  • Great listen!

    As someone who’s serious about diving and always trying to improve skills and safety, The Great Dive Podcast has been an awesome companion. James and Brandon do a killer job blending dive history, training philosophy, and real-world lessons with humor and zero pretension. It’s the kind of podcast that makes you think critically about your own approach to diving—while still cracking up at the same time. Whether I’m driving to the springs with my sidemount rig in the back or just doing gear mainte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    horny-unicorn
    United States7 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some reviews indicate a desire for more focused diving content and less emphasis on diversions outside of diving discussions.
Many enjoy the hosts' camaraderie and storytelling style, likening it to chatting with friends at a dive shop.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and education, finding the conversations both informative and entertaining.

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#79
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Talking Points

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The Great Dive Podcast - Episode 336 - ColdMiser ReRelease
Q: What is the correct requirement for the minimum number of participants for an ice dive?
You need six participants, including divers and safety divers.
The Great Dive Podcast - Episode 336 - ColdMiser ReRelease
Q: When choosing the ice diving site, what should the diver utilize?
Utilize prior knowledge of the intended site.
The Great Dive Podcast - Episode 336 - ColdMiser ReRelease
Q: Ice diving can be safely enjoyed by anyone. What is the correct condition?
An advanced diver who's been trained can safely undertake ice diving.
Episode 377 - Excalibur and the Lady of the Lakes
Q: What keeps you motivated along the way?
I don't have that problem; I'm underwater and it's always the best feeling.

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This podcast focuses on scuba diving, blending education with entertainment through lively discussions among the hosts. Listeners can expect a range of topics including diving safety, equipment, training philosophy, and the experiences that shape a diver's understanding of the underwater world. The hosts maintain a humorous and light-hearted rapport, sharing personal anecdotes and real-world lessons while addressing common misconceptions and serious issues related to diving practices. Notably, the show often examines the cultural and philosophical implications of diving and its portrayal in media, engaging both seasoned divers and newcomers with its relatable and insightful content.

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1. Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast
2. UTD Scuba Diving Podcast
3. Speaking Sidemount
4. The Scuba Diving Podcast
5. The BiG Scuba Podcast

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Recent guests on The Great Dive Podcast include:

1. Rachel Lance
2. Valerie Taylor
3. David Shaw
4. Ben Bos
5. Captain Ryan
6. Michael Menduno
7. Stratis Kas
8. Stephanie Gandulla

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