In this episode, we explore the revolutionary Avelo Dive System at the Nepteau Dive Center in Montreal. Curt shares their skepticism and ultimate amazement with the Avelo system's ease of use, lightweight design, and enhanced safety features. Highlighting its impact on divers with disabilities, the host documents their experience and the ease of getting in and out of the water compared to traditional scuba gear. The video also includes a demonstration and comparison of conventional scuba diving versus using the Avelo system. Dive into the future of diving technology with this in-depth review and first-hand account. 00:00 Introduction to the Avelo Dive System 02:35 First Impressions and Experience 03:15 Diving with Disabilities: A Personal Account 07:49 Challenges with Traditional Scuba Gear 17:03 Avelo System vs. Traditional Scuba 23:53 Future of Diving with Avelo 24:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Checkout Avelo Dive Systems diveavelo.com Nepteau Dive Centre https://www.nepteau.com/ Happy Hearts campground https://www.happyheartspark.com/ Other Ways to Listen to The DeadfootDiver Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zRO28yfZONJok3Pp4N2Y0 Amazon: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/552a8ddd-0601-46b7-8904-d2c8b35fff25/deadfoot-diver-podcast Iheart Radio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-deadfoot-diver-podcast-269284925/l FM: podcast index : RSS https://podcastindex.org/podcast/7539647

In this episode of the Dead Foot Diver Podcast, we sit down with the legendary former Navy Captain, Bobbie Scholley. Captain Scholley shares her remarkable journey as one of the first women to command a surface vessel in the US Navy and her groundbreaking accomplishments in Navy diving. From her unexpected beginnings in central Illinois to leading significant salvage operations like the recovery of TWA Flight 800 and the USS Monitor, Captain Scholley recounts the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. We also discuss her involvement with the Women Divers Hall of Fame and the organization's efforts to support and mentor the next generation of divers. Join us as we dive deep into the history, struggles, and achievements of women in Navy diving.

00:00 Introduction to the Dead Foot Diver Podcast

00:08 Meet Bobby Scholley: A Trailblazer in Navy Diving

00:56 Bobbie's Early Life and Entry into the Navy

06:07 First Assignment and Discovering Navy Diving

10:19 Challenges and Triumphs in Dive School

17:08 Integration and Acceptance in the Navy Diving Community

23:04 Advanced Diving Techniques and Personal Preferences

26:02 Major Salvage Operations: TWA Flight 800 and USS Coal

30:57 High-Stakes Salvage Operation

32:24 Challenges of Deep Sea Diving

33:42 Emotional and Mental Toll on Divers

36:40 Introduction to the USS Monitor Expedition

44:15 Significance of the Monitor's Artifacts

49:07 Women Divers Hall of Fame

51:27 Veterans and Diving

56:18 Celebrating 50 Years of Women in Navy Diving

01:04:26 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Join host Curt 'The DeadFoot Diver' in an inspiring episode of the Dead Foot Diver Podcast as he speaks with Lyndi Leggett from Scuba Gym Australia. Listen to their incredible journey, discussing the groundbreaking work of scuba therapy for adaptive divers and veterans with PTSD. Learn about the challenges, successes, and future prospects of diving with disabilities, including their work with veterans, their monthly cleanup dives, and unique shark diving experiences. Don’t miss out on this intriguing and empowering episode!

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00:00 Welcome to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast

00:43 Meet Lindy Legett from Scuba Jam

01:30 The Inspiring Story of Junior

02:49 Lindy's Journey to Founding Scuba Gym

04:41 Challenges and Triumphs During the Pandemic

07:14 Transforming Lives with Scuba Therapy

18:28 Funding Struggles and Community Support

26:01 The Power of Ubuntu and Volunteerism

27:19 Post-Traumatic Growth and New Beginnings

27:46 The Magic of Water and Scuba Diving

28:26 Scuba Diving for People with Disabilities

31:04 Expanding the Scuba Gym

32:24 Shark Diving Adventures

43:19 Harbor Cleanups and Unique Finds

49:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans