Explore every episode of the podcast Off Gassing: A Scuba Podcast
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| Interview with Vincent Rouquette-Cathala | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:57:13 | |
The art of frustration is something that needs to be embraced when flirting or participating in exploration. Vincent Rouquette-Cathala, co-owner of Under The Jungle in Mexico is no stranger to exploration. Becoming obsessed with diving from an early age would eventually lead him down a path of searching for the unknown. At first, cave diving was a way to improve skills and pass the time until he could return to his love of wreck diving. With each dive, he would become more attracted to this environment that allowed him to improve, explore, create life-long friendships, and most importantly practice the art of frustration. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Natalie Gibb | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:53:28 | |
With a few lights, a model, and a flooded cave, Natalie Gibb captures moments and creates a narrative for viewers to explore. Images that give us a glimpse into a world that many do not see or dare go. Images that take us away momentarily from our daily lives. As co-owner of Under The Jungle, she has helped to establish her shop as one of the premier dive training destinations in the world. Designing a team that inspires, motivates, and mentors all of their students. A place where students return time after time to further their education and become future explorers. Film, photography, explorations, science week, future goals, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Nicole Krass | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:48:11 | |
Originally from Germany, Nicole Krass would find herself diving occasionally before taking an extended break. As she was about to embark on a lifetime trip to Indonesia, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Determined to continue, she persevered and at the same time inspired others to pursue their dreams. Since this interview, she has become an Open Water Instructor to help the adaptive diving community. Starting a blog to bring awareness to diving with disabilities, diving after diagnosis, challenges faced, what you can do to help, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Round Table: Should neutral buoyancy be taught in Discover Scuba or Open Water? | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:54:22 | |
In this Round Table Discussion, I have a conversation with Kosta Koeman about if there should be a big emphasis on neutral buoyancy while conducting a Discover Scuba Dive in a pool or if should it come during the Open Water Course. | |||
| Interview with Bill Stone | 09 Aug 2023 | 00:51:54 | |
Explorer, pioneer, innovator, a few words used to describe my next guest. In this week’s interview, I speak with Bill Stone. Bill has been pushing boundaries as far back as he can remember. From the deepest caves to space exploration, no frontier is off-limits. I get a chance to speak with Bill about the early days of technical diving, rebreathers, past explorations, future projects, arguments over cheese, and changing the world. I hope you enjoy. | |||
| Round Table Discussions | 06 Aug 2023 | 00:01:38 | |
I want to introduce a new series to Round Table Discussions The interviews will always be the main course of the show. I would like to think of The Round Table as side dishes. I came up with this idea while on ScubaBoard, a place where many divers of all levels get together and have discussions. ScubaBoard is a great place for any diver to gather information and learn but as many of you know ScubaBoard can get very heated sometimes. The goal is to get these divers together to have respectful and engaging conversations. Round Table episodes will be released as I record them. Stay tuned and hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss them when they drop.
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| Interview with Charlie Roberson | 02 Aug 2023 | 00:43:08 | |
On this week's episode, I interview Charlie Roberson. I get a chance to talk with Charlie about his early days of diving, Florida caves, NSS-CDS, Karst Underwater Research, and of course Fathom rebreathers. I hope you enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Richard Pyle | 26 Jul 2023 | 00:51:08 | |
Pyle stops, deep stops, do you know the whole story? In this week's episode, I speak with world-famous ichthyologist Richard Pyle. Richard speaks about how a serious accident in his youth ended up being a life-changing event that led him down the path of where he is today. His love of fish, getting bent, rebreathers, diving physiology, the truth about deep stops, and much more in this interview with the self-proclaimed fish nerd. Enjoy! | |||
| Interview with The Dive Meme | 19 Jul 2023 | 00:36:51 | |
On this week's episode, I interview Laura. The woman behind The Dive Meme. Something that started during the lockdown of the Covid 19 pandemic, has now grown to be an internet sensation. I speak with Laura about how it all started, her diving experiences, local diving, content creation, how she likes to spend her downtime and the joy she finds bringing laughter, one dive meme at a time. Enjoy | |||
| Interview with Stacy Chee | 12 Jul 2023 | 00:34:51 | |
About a year ago, I had the opportunity to relocate to the beautiful country of Malaysia. Anytime I can highlight and show off this amazing place, I jump at any opportunity. On this week's episode, I'm excited to speak with Malaysia’s very own Stacy Chee. Born and Raised in Malaysia, Stacy is the owner and founder of Moby-Tek, a recreational and technical dive center on Tioman Island on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. We get a chance to speak about some different dive destinations in Malaysia, some of her favorite places to dive around South East Asia, her journey as a diver, and of course, Moby-Tek and Tioman Island. | |||
| Interview with Bruce Konefe | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:36:59 | |
After chatting with Bruce for a few minutes, it felt as if I have known him for years. We talked about his path into Scuba Diving, wrecks, caves, local community work he is doing, his work with ANDI, and what he has in mind for the future. Enjoy! | |||
| Interview with Andy Davis | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:45:27 | |
When searching for sidemount diving on the internet, it's impossible not to come across Andy Davis and Scuba Tech Philippines. On this week's episode, I sit down with Andy and hear some of his thoughts on wreck diving, gas density, foundational skills, advice for divers moving into the technical world, and of course sidemount. I hope you enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Marc Crane Part 2 | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:39:07 | |
Sloshed, merry, tanked, zonked, guttered, intoxicated, drunken. These are some of the words you can use to describe what you are about to hear. Let's just say, I got to know Santa Theresa a little too well. I apologize for the recording, let's just say there were some technical difficulties, yeah technical difficulties. In this week's interview, we bring you part two of Marc Cranes Interview. Anytime I get a chance to hang out with Marc, it's informative and good fun. I get a chance to speak with Marc about his journey as a diver, some of his travel experiences, some of his thoughts on rebreathers, some explorations, and some fine rum as well. I hope you enjoy | |||
| Santi Series: Interview with Tiffany Norberg | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:49:23 | |
If you ask Tiffany Norberg where some of the best diving is, she will tell you it’s right in her backyard. At a young age, her mother made sure to involve her in water sports, so naturally, she would gravitate to the underwater world. She would find herself signing up for her Open Water Course while at school in Sweden. Here, she connected with the local diving community where she progressed into a professional role before stepping back to further pursue technical and wreck diving. Moving from Malaysia to Sweden, moving into closed circuit, secret shipwrecks, Baltic Circle Diving, local diving around Sweden, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Marc Crane Part 1 | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:41:04 | |
Sloshed, merry, tanked, zonked, guttered, intoxicated, drunken. These are some of the words you can use to describe what you are about to hear. Let's just say, I got to know Santa Theresa a little too well. I apologize for the recording, let's just say there were some technical difficulties, yeah technical difficulties. In this week's interview, we bring you part one of Marc Cranes Interview. Anytime I get a chance to hang out with Marc, it's informative and good fun. I get a chance to speak with Marc about his journey as a diver, some of his travel experiences, some of his thoughts on rebreathers, some explorations, and some fine rum as well. I hope you enjoy | |||
| Interview with Kyle Roepke | 14 Jun 2023 | 00:44:47 | |
In this week's episode, I speak with Kyle Roepke. A cinematographer aiming to give a voice to the underwater world. Kyle speaks about learning to dive in the cold but beautiful waters of British Colombia, working with Sea Legacy, and eventually starting his own production company. I also get a chance to speak with Kyle about his path into the rebreather world. A journey to find purpose, a journey to capture moments, and of course some amusing stories along the way. I hope you enjoy! | |||
| Interview with Jepun Divers | 07 Jun 2023 | 00:48:22 | |
In this week's episode, I interview Kira and Serge. Owners and founders of Jepun Divers in Amed Bali. As soon as you step foot in Jepun Divers you are overcome with a feeling of welcomeness. A place to hang out and grab a beer with some new friends or meet up with some old ones. From their first breaths underwater to the rocky road of opening a dive shop. Jepun is a true family-owned, family-operated dive shop. After meeting Kira and Serge, I wanted to share their story. I hope you enjoy | |||
| Interview with Elsa | 31 May 2023 | 00:58:37 | |
In this week's episode, I interview Elsa. A true adventurer. I first met Elsa while on a fun diving trip in Thailand. I was instantly drawn to her story. From hating water to her journey to becoming an instructor, the ups and downs of working in the scuba industry, her time through the pandemic, and her joy of the unknown. Elsa is truly a free spirit and this is her story. I hope you enjoy. | |||
| Intro Episode | 25 May 2023 | 00:02:50 | |
An introduction to why I wanted to start the podcast. My goals and ideas for the show. Enjoy | |||
| Interview with Natalie Turner-Blackman | 12 Jul 2024 | 00:47:51 | |
Originally from South London, Natalie Turner-Blackman became certified during her gap year in 2015. Earning her Open Water Certification while at a marine conservation program, she instantly fell in love with the aquatic environment. Returning home to the cold waters of England did not dissuade her from pursuing this newfound interest. After completing her degree in Marine and Natural History Photography, she went on to a career as a cinematographer. Commercial diving training, Long hours and hard work, making connections, moving into the silent world of diving, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Kirsty Moran | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:58:47 | |
In this episode, I sit down with musician, SSI instructor, and founder of Atlantic Scuba Adventures, Kirsty Moran. On the advice of her Mother, she decided to try diving while serving with the Irish Defense Forces. What at first terrified her, soon became one of the biggest joys of her life. Immersing herself, this new hobby quickly became a new career. Local diving, her path into technical and rebreather diving, giving back to the community, running and owning Ireland’s first solar-powered dive center, creating and surrounding herself with an amazing team, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Anna Dimitriadis | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:48:00 | |
Growing up, Anna Dimitriadis would spend summers in Greece by the ocean. It was only a matter of time before she would find herself enjoying the wonderful moments beneath the surface. Now, she can usually be found in the wild, capturing those moments and bringing them to the big screen. Seeking more adventure, she quit her job and pursued a career in underwater cinematography. Making her way to Mexico to hone her new craft, moving into closed-circuit to further her career, high points and low points of film shoots, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Santi Series: Interview with Dr. Dubravka Vejnovic | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:57:48 | |
In this episode, I sit down with Dubravka Vejnovic as she shares her journey to become an inspirational figure to all divers in the scuba community. A path that started in Africa eventually led her to seek out her local diving, where she continued to train with Triton Diving Center. Through training, hard work, and perseverance, she has become a member of the renowned Triton Technical Diving Team, an ambassador for Dan Europe, TDI Divers, Poseidon, and most of all, a powerful, leading woman in her field. | |||
| Interview with Jenn Thomson Part 1 | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:58:45 | |
In part one of this episode, I speak with the 2022 GUE NextGen Scholar, Jenn Thomson. After learning to dive in Thailand, she instantly knew that scuba diving was going to be a lifelong passion. She shares with me the GUE Scholarship process, a brief overview of her year after winning the award, some goals for the future, connecting with the GUE community, her mission to highlight a different side of the agency, and much more. Stay tuned for part two, as we go more into detail about her time as the NextGen Scholar. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Richard Kelch | 29 May 2024 | 00:43:48 | |
Richard Kelch became certified with his wife after moving to a new city to create new friendships. Eventually, he joined a dive club to enjoy and spend more time underwater. With his local diving in The Great Lakes, it was only a matter of time before he discovered his love for wreck diving. As the wrecks became deeper, he would find himself moving into higher levels of training. After receiving a phone call one Sunday evening, he would find himself becoming co-owner along with friend Greg Hilliard, of Subsea Propulsion Systems. Please enjoy. Facebook: | |||
| Interview with Simon Bailey | 23 May 2024 | 00:57:32 | |
For several years Simon Bailey flirted with diving before becoming certified. Eventually earning his certification, he fell in love with this sport, as many of us do. One thing led to another and he would find himself 11 years out of the water. In this episode, I sit down with him and speak about his journey back to the aquatic environment. His second first breath, his blog simonbdiving, getting out of his comfort zone, planning a path forward, an appreciation for the scuba community, a love of cold water, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Frank Aron | 22 May 2024 | 00:46:18 | |
In this episode, I speak with Underwater Photographer Frank Aron. After being introduced to scuba diving in the South of France, Frank eventually found his way to overhead environments. He became cave-certified in Mexico, moving on to spend time in the mines of Germany and France. Challenges of photography in flooded mines, developing a passion for dry-caving, enjoying a nice red wine, becoming a family of divers, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Arya Hintsala | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:57:48 | |
Originally from Finland, Arya Hintsala made a quick detour to Bali while en route to Australia. What began as a surf vacation, led her to enroll in an Open Water Course. After a few skills, she knew this was something she needed to pursue. Leaving her job at the foreign ministry, she quickly immersed herself in this newfound passion traveling to different destinations teaching, and guiding. The complexity, skill, and challenging aspect of technical diving appealed to her, so naturally, she found her way to the Yucatan in search of a higher level of training. Here she would be introduced to Natalie Gibb and Under The Jungle and once again, her path would be altered. Please enjoy. | |||
| Round Table Discussion: The Wet Mules | 15 May 2024 | 01:05:38 | |
In this Round Table discussion, I sit down with some members of the Wet Mules. Craig Challen, John Dalla-Zuanna, Richard Harris, and Ken Smith share some exploration stories, their different roles, challenges of remote explorations, installing underwater habitats, how the group was formed, the infamous “Green Book”, and much more. Please enjoy! | |||
| Takeover Episode: Olivia interviews Jess Patterson | 08 May 2024 | 01:18:57 | |
In this first Takeover Episode, I welcome back Olivia from Fully Submerged Scuba to host, as she speaks with the Recipient of DEMA’s Wave Makers Award, Coordinator of the Sea Turtle Healing Center at Bavard Zoo, and Instructor with Ohana Dive Company, Jess Patterson. From an early age, Jess knew she wanted to pursue a career in helping marine life, her mission now is to inspire and educate future advocates of the aquatic world. Olivia and Jess sit down and speak about her journey from San Diego to Florida, turtle conservation, the good and bad of aquariums, how every little bit helps when it comes to conservation, and much more. Please enjoy! | |||
| Takeover Series | 02 May 2024 | 00:02:29 | |
Give a follow and share with your friends and family. | |||
| Interview with Infinite Blue Dive Travel | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:46:23 | |
Traveling these days has its challenges. Add in some diving gear and exotic destinations, now those fleeting moments of excitement can soon turn into stress. One of my favorite and most exciting things about traveling is the cuisine. Imagine arriving at your destination only to find out that your dietary requirements are met with mediocrity and little to no choices. In this episode, I speak with Brett Robertson founder of Infinite Blue Dive Travel. A company that brings you to unique dive destinations, raises your environmental consciousness, removes the stress from making those travel plans, and creates better options for individuals on vegan, plant-based, or adapted diets. Please enjoy. Website: | |||
| Round Table Discussion: Great Lakes Wreck Diving | 24 Apr 2024 | 01:09:30 | |
Good dive buddies usually turn into great friendships and this group is no exception. In this Round Table discussion, I sit down with Bob “The Dude” Larson, Terry “Big T” Irvine, and Jeff “Hefe” Lindsay. Sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy as they share some funny stories, life-long memories, and knowledge about diving in the Great Lakes. Please enjoy. Instagram: | |||
| Interview with Nikky Wegloop | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:51:22 | |
Sometimes it’s not all puppies and ice cream! A lot of the time, the bad is swept under the rug, and I forget that there is a not-so-pleasant face within this industry. The double-edged sword that is social media, can at times, over-romanticize and lead individuals to believe diving is a fairy tale land where all is amazing and wonderful. Rushed courses, asshole instructors, lack of standards, sexism, underpaid, and overworked. In this episode, I speak with Nikki, an instructor in Spain. It was a rocky start, but she persevered through to find the love of this sport that so many of us share. I sit down with her as she brings me through the ups and downs, founding Blue Fin Divers, Mi Moana, and her plans for the future to continue to create the change she wants to see. Please Enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Ben McCallum | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:56:29 | |
Coming from a family of divers made it natural for Ben McCallum to earn his first certification and eventually find himself in a professional role. Preferring the fun side, he took a step back and combined his love of diving with his love of photography. With a background as a commercial photographer, he applied his unique skill set to capturing moments underwater. This passion led Ben to establish Molausk and create the Quadball Lite, a strong, lightweight, and compact action camera dive handle, designed and built in Australia. The importance of lighting, his love of liveaboards, getting the shot right the first time, progression with underwater photography, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Yvonne Press | 10 Apr 2024 | 01:04:43 | |
“There might be something more to this” These were thoughts Yvonne Press had while she would enjoy holiday diving from time to time in the early days of her journey. What started as a way to keep up on skills, ended up with her progressing through to eventually owning and operating Dark Horizon Diving. Before settling into Malta, where she works in affiliation with Gozo Technical Diving, Yvonne spent time throughout Southeast Asia honing and mastering her craft. It was great to sit down with her and hear more about the early days, the challenges of making a full-time move into the industry, a few love-at-first-breath moments, the walls of Bunaken, becoming a KISS Sidewinder Instructor, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Ted Judah | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:48:48 | |
Northern California has always held a place in my heart. I was born there, I have family there, I have roots there. Sadly, I have never explored the aquatic environment in the area, so I was excited to have a conversation with long-time native Ted Judah. Inspired by his father to become a diver, he eventually found his way to the underwater world. As it happens, Ted stepped away to raise a family. After an extended leave, Ted and his wife decided to rekindle the passion for the sport that brought them together. Early days of homemade wetsuits, local diving, volunteering at the California Academy of Sciences, surfing, but most of all, a message to get the dives in with the ones you love. Please enjoy! | |||
| Interview with Martin Splitt | 04 Apr 2024 | 01:05:31 | |
Every interview is a chance for me to learn and engage in fun conversations. For those that have been following the podcast, many of you know, I have been seeking advice and gaining knowledge on rebreathers. Speaking to Martin Splitt of Switzerland was no exception. Becoming certified in the Seychelles before continuing his path closer to home, it was great to hear his insights and thoughts about his journey. The benefits of learning from multiple instructors, going from Open Circuit to Closed, why he gravitated towards the Divesoft Liberty, and my reasons for choosing the Fathom Gemini. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Rory O'Keefe | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:48:04 | |
After coming across an advertisement for a Scuba Diving course, Rory O’Keefe decided, why not? Learning to dive in Canada is not for the timid but after the course, he started diving as often as possible. With a love of trekking and this newfound passion, he would find himself backpacking through Southeast Asia in search of exotic dive destinations and volcanos. Upon returning home, he booked a flight to Mexico and his life would forever be changed. Training to become a cave diver, underwater cave cartography, future mapping projects, the need for more cave cartographers, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Max Kushner | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:52:36 | |
Most who participate in adventures beneath the surface would agree that every little bit helps when it comes to ocean conservation. Max Kushner earned a degree in Marine Science and is an active scuba instructor in Hawaii. Taking to social media, to inform, educate, and spread awareness about conservation efforts, he quickly gained an audience and has been using his platform for good. I sit down with Max to hear about his Open Water Certification in California, the process of earning a Marine Science Degree, local diving, shark conservation, becoming an instructor, and much more. Please enjoy! | |||
| Interview with Patrick Widmann | 29 Mar 2024 | 01:35:09 | |
With a schedule always on the move, I was grateful to Patrick Widmann for taking the time to sit down and join the podcast. Taking me through his journey of personal growth, from humbling moments to moments of great achievement. It was great to hear more about his early days in the industry, what keeps him motivated, past mentors, finding new passions, the beginnings of ProTec Tulum, exploration, and much more. Please enjoy! | |||
| Interview with Darcy Kieran | 28 Mar 2024 | 01:07:45 | |
Scuba diving is a sport but also at the end of the day, a business. In this episode, I sit down with Business Of Diving Institute Founder and Author, Darcy Kieran. I speak with him about his early days in the industry, the positives and negatives of owning a dive shop, the lack of data throughout the industry, advice for people getting into the business, why he founded the institute, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Caroline Massie | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:52:44 | |
Falling in love with the sport from the moment she took her first breath underwater, in Turkey while on vacation, Caroline Massie started progressing through the sport. In January of this year, I sat down with her as she was at home in Belgium to hear more about her journey through the sport. Cold water diving, technical diving, cave diving, rebreathers, international travel, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with April Weickert | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:54:21 | |
An episode full of laughs as I speak with April Weickert. The level of excitement she has for scuba diving is contagious. Scuba being the family business, it was only a matter of time before she would find herself taking breaths underwater. She tells me more about Torpedo Rays Scuba based within Nova Scotia, cold water diving, the local diving community, podcasting, “Jump In” The Series, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Megan Hassa | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:49:54 | |
A couple of months ago, I had the great pleasure of having a conversation with Megan Hassa. Leaving Michigan for Hawaii to pursue marine biology, she became a free diver and eventually a Scuba Diver. I speak to her about her journey as she found her confidence and passion for photography, recent travels, goals for the future, finding a community, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview Stephen J. Aynsley | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:51:19 | |
While on sabbatical from work, Stephen Aynsley went backpacking through Australia, and this is where he became introduced to the sport of scuba diving. After a few years, he would find himself working full-time in the industry. As he progressed through the sport, he would find himself in many locations throughout the world gaining experience. In this episode, I chat with Stephen about his path through the industry, creating and mentoring instructors, travel experiences, a quick conversation about Colorado, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Jami Leslie Feldman | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:50:53 | |
It was an honor to welcome back Jami Leslie Feldman to the podcast. Late last year she participated in a Round Table discussion about Photography. In this episode, I get a chance to catch up with her and hear more about her journey into the aquatic environment, her love of photography, some tips and tricks, capturing images of high-profile, prominent creatures with the work she does as The Underwater Paparazzi, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Interview with Stratis Kas | 29 Feb 2024 | 01:22:01 | |
There is always an ongoing list of must-reads that I have compiled over the years since I started my journey into the underwater world. I am sure if you ask most divers, without skipping a beat, they could name at least three or four. I would be willing to bet that on the top of most lists would be Close Calls by Stratis Kas. It was an amazing opportunity to sit down with him and hear his thoughts, insights, future projects, and much more. Please enjoy. Website: | |||
| Interview with Anastasia Schmuck | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:52:55 | |
You might know her as the Underwater Panda, you might know her for her underwater photography, or you might know her as technical diver Anastasia Schmuck. One of my first interviews this year was full of laughter and good times as I had the chance to sit down with her and hear more about her journey through the sport. Training with Global Underwater Explorers, underwater photography, plans for the future, how she became known as the Underwater Panda, and much more. Please enjoy. | |||
| Santi Series: Interview with Mauro Bordignon | 06 Aug 2024 | 01:02:27 | |
During my visit to Mexico, I had a chance to sit down with Mauro Bordignon. From his first breaths while at university, he quickly became introduced to the world of overhead environments. A relentless motivation for exploration has led him worldwide to search for the undiscovered. Equally, he is motivated to instruct, mentor, and coach the next generation of explorers. Past and future explorations, moving to the Yucatan, Tren Maya, having the right mindset, Fathom Rebreathers, crashing weddings, and much more. Please enjoy. Website: | |||