To Dive For

This week, hear from Chris Paparo, a Long Island native who has made it his mission to learn as much as he can about the local wildlife above and below the water's surface. Chris works at a Marine lab as an educator during the day, but by night he heads out into the community to share all that he has learned along the way about Long Island fauna! Hear first hand accounts of dives under bridges...

This week's fish tales episode is all about the most incredible megafauna encounters, Jellyfish Lake, invasive species, trusting your gut, magic moments in Bonaire, wildlife that's a little too friendly, and more! This is an awesome episode with crazy stories from all over the globe! You'll definitely want to add these sites to your bucket list! Submit your Fish tales to future episode...

This week we sat down with scuba instructor, scientific diver, skipper, and marine biologist, Christina Chapman! Enjoy stories from conducting science in the kelp forests of northern California to instructing students on the beautiful reefs of Little Cayman. If you still need convincing we have 3 words for you...zombie sea urchins! For more content from this interview, subscribe to our Spotify pre...

This week, we sat down with engineer and shark diver, Cassandra Scott! Join us as we talk about finding compromise between conservation and fishing groups in southeast Florida, plus harnessing feminine energy and engineering skills to save sharks. You won't want to miss hearing all about Cassandra's journey! For more content from this interview, subscribe to our Spotify premium for only $5...

This week's episode features Lauren Maples, a previous NASA Neutral Buoyancy Lab Safety Diver and current EVA Flight Controller. In this episode you'll learn all about what it takes to be a diver with NASA, why astronauts use the Neutral Buoyancy Lab for training, some of the unique challenges this environment poses, and what its like to be a part of the ground support during a spacewalk!...

This week, tune in to hear all about the life of a NOAA fisheries observer. Charles shares stories and information with us about fisheries in Alaska. He'll also share awesome information about how he is now working with the fishing community in South Florida to work toward his Master of Science degree at NOVA Southeastern University. Head to our social media for pictures of Charles' adventures @to...

On this week's fish tales episode, hear all about the most incredible megafauna encounters, crazy boat days, lessons learned, trusting your gut, the GBR, mid-night scares, ancient turtles, and more! This is an awesome action-packed episode that will keep you on your toes! Merch can be found at https://slbartco.com/pages/to-dive-for-podcast. Submit your Fish tales to future episodes at https://...

RAYmember to listen to part 1 of this episode before starting part 2! In Part 2, we continue interviewing Aliah, a masters student who studies shovelnose rays in Australia. Aliah tells us all about her diving and underwater photography journey as well as advice for studying science with ADHD and dyslexia. We're so stoked to continue chatting with Aliah about all things ocean! Check our social...

Join us for our first ever episode all about sharks and rays! This is definitely an episode you won't want to miss as we interview Aliah, a masters student who studies shovelnose rays in Australia. She also wears many hats such as underwater photographer, Founder of The FINstitute, and one of PADI's 10 Young Women Making an Impact in Conservation! *Note: the audio does cut out a few times...

Ever wondered what it's like to be a Dive Safety Officer at an island research station? Kyla, a Dive Safety Officer, at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences joins us this week to talk all things Bermuda, dive instruction, dive safety, and sharks! We're so excited to finally feature a powerhouse woman in this essential diving role. Find our page for more episode related content at @ToDiv...

In this episode we continue our interview with Rob from last week and pick up with his background and education that he used to get to where he is in his career. We will chat about some of the best parts of blackwater diving, the biggest challenges he's faced, and his unusual favorite marine animal. We can't wait to dive in to part two with you! Follow Rob on Instagram at @Bobtec and @Blac...

In this episode hear all about the incredible journey of Rob Stansfield who, through a winding path, found his way to underwater photography in Cozumel, Mexico. Rob is the founder of Blackwater Cozumel, an organization that charters blackwater dives for divers of all experience levels. Rob is an avid environmentalist, an enthusiastic diver, and an amazing photographer. In fact, Rob had so much to...

This episode listen in for stories about canceling dives, crazy kayak mishaps, ear damage of an unusual origin, and more! Haley and Sydney share some of their own tales from dives they shared in south Florida, as well as sharing stories from listeners! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook @todiveforpodcast for more content pertaining to each week's episode. Head to our websi...

Join us as Josh, a seasonal shellfish hatchery technician, teaches us how to shuck an oyster, the challenges of remote fieldwork, and how to treat yo dive buddies. While we have lots of laughs and puns as usual, tune in to hear Josh's advice on navigating the marine biology field, finding jobs through networking, and how everyone's path differs! Who knows, you might even understand this ep...

Tune in this week to hear a different perspective within marine science. Our guest Victoria Mann is an educator who uses her knowledge of diving and marine science to train the next generation in environmental awareness! As she dives and lectures, Vic gets to share her passion with the world and make it a better place. Hear all about her interesting work and some of the challenges she has overcome...

In this week's episode, learn about seeking out marine critters and underwater adventures from New York, to Florida, Washington, and everywhere in between! Jenna Inglese, an ecotoxicology technician in Washington State, gives us a taste of being a marine scientist in the Pacific Northwest. Stay tuned for talk about nudibranchs, sharks, sediment, and baby sand dollars! Follow us on Instagram an...

This week, catch up with Haley and Sydney as they share a few life updates and tales of recent dives. Listen in to hear listener stories of whale sightings and trips to the Galapagos with iguanas and sea lions! Find pictures from this week's episode on Instagram and Facebook at @Todiveforpodcast Head to our website at https://slbartco.com/pages/to-dive-for-podcast Cover art by SLB Art Co. Music an...

Listen in this week to learn all about the world of algae from a dear friend of ours, Ocean Webber. This episode highlight's Ocean’s algae-focused research for their M.S. degree, as well as the incredible formative years they spent in Jamaica becoming curious about the marine world all around them! Bonus content: Haley fan-girling over algae the whole time! Follow us on⁠ Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook ⁠...

This week, join us in learning about what it looks like to be a maritime archaeologist, using both underwater and land-based techniques to better understand sites of significance in human history. We learned so much this week about the United States National Marine Sanctuary system, and Thunder Bay in particular, as well as new freshwater creatures and some exciting science communication efforts....

In this week's episode learn all about the simple yet captivating creature that is the Marine Sponge from researcher and friend Greer Babbe! Hear firsthand accounts of what field research looks like as a sponge expert, why sponges are so amazing, and the fright of a lifetime from a gentle giant. Follow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠: @todiveforpodcast Visit ⁠⁠https://slbartco.com/pages/t...

Tune in to learn about some new eocystems found around Europe! This week's guest, Lucas Le Gall from Brittany, France shares amazing stories of work and play in these cold-water environments. Hear firsthand stories of exciting dives, his Master's research work involving oysters, and his current work at the Central Caribbean Marine Institute! Don't forget to stop on by our instagram page for photos...

This episode, hear stories of exploding dive lights, island life, deco diving in Florida, many jellyfish stings, baby octopus, and the "disadvantages" of being a marine biologist! Hear from some of our old guests who have sent in some of their greatest dive stories for your listening pleasure. Don't forget to stop on by our instagram page for photos of these incredible stories! Follow us on ⁠⁠Inst...

In this week's episode, hear about whale songs and close calls, about the wanderings of an advernturous heart, and about the journey from surfing, to science, to science communication. We are so excited to share our dear friend Caiti Allison with you all as she shares some of her incredible experiences from around the world. Follow Caiti's science communcation work on instagram at @ReefRes...

In this episode, meet biogeochemists Owen Silvera and Mason Thackston as they tell us about their incredible work in the coastal regions of Southeast Florida including Lake Okeechobee, the Saint Lucie Estuary, and Florida Bay. Hear firsthand about aligator and crocodile encounters on the job, algae blooms, toxic water, and the importance of local knowledge. In this episode we'll decode some Ja...

What does diving in the world's most extreme underwater environments look like? How can you get into tec diving, underwater photography, and/or rebreather diving? Get all your pressing questions answered on this week's episode with Becky Kagan Schott (@ becky_kagan_schott ), an Emmy Award Winning underwater cinematographer, photographer, explorer, scuba instructor, and CCR diver. We promis...