Best Bottom Dwellers Media LLC Podcasts (2025)

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A tale of two divers- with Free Descent podcast 42:46

3d ago42:46

42:46

Enjoy this episode with Myles, a recreational dive instructor from the Free Descent podcast. We have an educational conversation recorded on location at Ocean Enterprises dive shop located in San Diego, CA. A great conversation that helps others understand the importance of proper training and continued diving education. We also share experiences i…

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The Last Breath movie: Behind the scenes with Brett Murray 1:18:18

1M ago1:18:18

1:18:18

We have a fun episode about dive movies and what goes into the production. We speak with Brett Murray about his first film experience as a consultant on set! By day Brett works for JFD and by night he is underwater Batman! Just kidding about the Batman part… or am I? Brett shares his experience working on the set of “Last Breath” and gives us an ex…

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Salvage and Loss: Key Bridge Collapse and Potomac Plane Crash with diver Glenn O’Connell 53:19

2M ago53:19

53:19

A remarkable exclusive interview and first hand account of the body recovery and salvage of the Potomac DC AA flight 5342 plane crash and the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. A true account of when regular commercial divers have to do the tough job of body recovery and salvage after tragic events in the water. This is a very important episode for…

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Rescue X with Brian Saxon 1:25:23

2M ago1:25:23

1:25:23

A great conversation with Brian Saxon about his company Rescue X and the importance of safety training for divers! They have an amazing product for extraction of a stricken diver from the water. This is in combination with the program that they have set up for how to care and keep the “window of viability” for life open. An episode on diver safety …

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Hollywood Schemes & Nevada Dreams (& Lube) 59:45

2M ago59:45

59:45

In this special bonus episode of Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack, we catch up on Johnny’s absence from the show while he’s been busy as an executive producer on the short film Devil’s Prism—from its early concept to hitting the festival circuit. Meanwhile, Armando takes us on a rollercoaster recap of his Nevada adventures, where he visited SHOT Show, AV…

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Gulf Sat diving VS everybody else 1:10:16

2M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Saturation diving is cool? Great episode with Nick Gill, @gillygram18 on insta, he tells us some of the differences around the world in Sat diving. He also talks about how he started as a gulf diver. He attributes a lot of his success to what he learned in the gulf. A good episode that takes you into the life of a saturation diver working in places…

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Underwater Robits with Videoray 42:21

3M ago42:21

42:21

Recorded live at SHOT show! A great episode on ROV’s and the multiple ways the robits are taking our jobs! Just kidding, we talk about how ROV’s help make our jobs safer and help us avoid taking unnecessary risks with human lives. I mean let’s face it, the T-1000 is superior in every way. It’s a shame John Connor is not a diver, then we may have a …

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Spyderco Knives with Michael Janich 48:30

3M ago48:30

48:30

Amazing episode recorded live at SHOT show 2025 in Las Vegas. Big thanks to SHOT show for allowing us to record in their meeting rooms and for BROCO in helping us get out there! Talking with Micheal from Spyderco was indeed an honor and we learned so much. Listen as he talks about the beginnings of Spyderco, NEW reveals for 2025, what Magnacut is a…

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On the Floor in New Orleans 28:56

5M ago28:56

28:56

Recorded live while on the floor in New Orleans Underwater Intervention commercial diving trade show. We had some good conversations with Bobby Delise and other friends on the floor of the show. This episode was cohosted by Ducky of Dive Shack Confidential. Make sure to like and follow both our shows!…

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The Old and Bold with Dick Long and John Roat 54:18

5M ago54:18

54:18

A great conversation with two legends in the diving business. They have done so much for divers! Recorded live at Underwater Interventions 2024. Please subscribe like and share!

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What it takes to be a good Dive Supervisor 1:08:48

6M ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Recorded live at underwater intervention New Orleans 2024. Our first diver panel sponsored and hosted by Bottom Dwellers Media. We had a great time talking with seasoned dive supervisors including hall of famer John Roat of Mako Marine. We were also joined by Jeffrey Gazerack from Moffatt and Nichol, Troy Gessner of Integrated Underwater Services, …

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Bradley Peterson: Part II 43:27

10M ago43:27

43:27

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 1:18:17

11M ago1:18:17

1:18:17

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 53:24

11M ago53:24

53:24

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 55:29

12M ago55:29

55:29

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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Alligator attack! From prey to survivor with diver Will Georgitis 54:13

1y ago54:13

54:13

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 Junkiez 59:27

1y ago59:27

59:27

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” 1:12:48

1y ago1:12:48

1:12:48

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 1:13:39

1y ago1:13:39

1:13:39

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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Diving Death in the Gulf update 1 30:10

1y ago30:10

30:10

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 1:01:14

1y ago1:01:14

1:01:14

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 1:25:45

1y ago1:25:45

1:25:45

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" 1:52:09

1y ago1:52:09

1:52:09

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 1:15:04

1+ y ago1:15:04

1:15:04

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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Miami hookah death and Texas 46:32

1+ y ago46:32

46:32

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 1:09:49

1+ y ago1:09:49

1:09:49

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 1:05:06

1+ y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

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 1:16:55

1+ y ago1:16:55

1:16:55

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 1:01:16

1+ y ago1:01:16

1:01:16

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 1:02:24

1+ y ago1:02:24

1:02:24

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) 38:21

1+ y ago38:21

38:21

Live on the floor of UI for day two.

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Underwater Intervention 2023 Day 1 (11/29/2023) 58:49

1+ y ago58:49

58:49

Wow! What a day! A recap of underwater intervention day 1!

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“Dive and let Die” the hyperbaric wasteland 1:27:47

1+ y ago1:27:47

1:27:47

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 1:07:25

1+ y ago1:07:25

1:07:25

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 1:23:24

1+ y ago1:23:24

1:23:24

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 1:03:15

1+ y ago1:03:15

1:03:15

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!" 38:46

1+ y ago38:46

38:46

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 1:28:28

1+ y ago1:28:28

1:28:28

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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Season 4 Opener 30:28

1+ y ago30:28

30:28

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?! 48:14

2y ago48:14

48:14

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 1:05:08

2y ago1:05:08

1:05:08

***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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Diving in the LBC with John Blunt 1:06:45

2y ago1:06:45

1:06:45

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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An episode about nothing 58:39

2y ago58:39

58:39

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 1:27:00

2y ago1:27:00

1:27:00

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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The Return of the Kings 51:16

2y ago51:16

51:16

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 1:31:28

2y ago1:31:28

1:31:28

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 1:18:38

2y ago1:18:38

1:18:38

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) 1:58:28

2y ago1:58:28

1:58:28

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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Bustin’ Bubbles with Greg Barefoot 1:35:12

2y ago1:35:12

1:35:12

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 1:40:23

2+ y ago1:40:23

1:40:23

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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