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The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack

Bottom Dwellers Media LLC

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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00:30:28

Season 4 Opener

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/10/13

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! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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00:48:14

Limeys and Yanks… Can’t we all just get along?!

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/07/12

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? Your thoughts? We also talk a little bit about the bachelorette tv show and having a commercial diver on the show. A thought provoking episode that is

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01:05:08

OceanGate Sub tragedy and the first HDS Explorer Mission

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/06/25

***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 diver, submersible pilot/instructor and Aquanaut, and current president of the Historical Diving Society. Join us as we explore the risks and rewards of

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01:06:45

Diving in the LBC with John Blunt

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/06/20

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!t” story that will help dive crews in similar situations. Keep listening and following for real world information from working divers. Change through

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00:58:39

An episode about nothing

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/06/07

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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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01:27:00

Being Safe and At The Ready with Jeffrey Gazarek

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/05/18

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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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00:51:16

The Return of the Kings

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/04/19

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! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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01:31:28

A Yanks guide to diving the North Sea

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/03/15

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 to want to listen to multiple times. If you have anything to add, please leave a review in the comment section and let us know if there’s anything Aaron

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01:18:38

The Downline: Commercial diving in the Gulf of...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/03/08

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 episode that is good for any company, diver, or tender working in the GOM. --- Send in a voice message:

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01:58:28

Sewer Divers with DirtyWater Don and The Legend...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/03/01

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 about boner diving and how that is the official term. It’s amazing that these guys started the bonerush! They’re actually finding stuff too! It’s a long

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01:35:12

Bustin’ Bubbles with Greg Barefoot

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/02/22

We have a fun and educational episode with Greg about dive medicine and hyperbarics. An episode that is sure to be a favorite! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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01:40:23

Just a welder doing diving sh!t! With Marena Kanzler

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/02/15

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 monster cats in the gulf waters of Texas! A true tradeswoman that is all about that diver life grind! A great blue collar episode for the working diver! ---

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02:10:59

BD Bierclub episode: Nation Golf Co. with Adam Hawk...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/02/08

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 started. We recorded on location in beautiful San Clemente, CA at the Nation Golf offices. Want to buy some great Nation Golf gear? Head on over to

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01:42:51

Diving into Space - Ep.2 The Aquanaut, Dr. Michael...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/02/01

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 sector for Jeff Bezos @blueorigin . Michael talks to us about how he went from diver to astronaut and the exciting developments with the Artemis program! With

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01:17:32

Wet Pay: The career of Sam Humphrey

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/01/25

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 chronicling his diving career. The book pulls no punches and is a fun look into the diving business decades ago. Sam’s book is entitled Wet Pay and it comes

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01:32:12

Preserving history while making it! The Deepwater...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2023/01/18

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 little bit about Don Barthelmess' dive career and his record breaking dives. Leslie also tells us about how he came to start the Historical Dive Society in

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00:59:54

Mermaids are real? A BD Bierclub exclusive with Kelly...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2022/12/14

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! Dennis also tells us the latest happenings in the local beer scene with a beer news segment! Please follow Kelly on instagram @fintasticdesigns her sea and

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00:36:00

Accident causing death and holiday season

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2022/11/23

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. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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00:57:09

No dive work? "Testing" the waters of Topside NDT

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2022/11/09

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 over a couple pathways that you can take, that will still provide income for your family and fill some of that need for adventure. Ken shares his personal

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01:06:41

Gettin while the Getting is Good: Entry Level...

The Bottom Dwellers Dive Shack ·

2022/10/26

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! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebottomdwellersds/message

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