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The (Scuba) Immersion ZoneDeep Dive into "Beneath the Blue Planet" for Scuba Divers & Dive ProfessionalsIn this conversation, we delve into Dr. Alex Brylske's book, 'Beneath the Blue Planet,' exploring its comprehensive insights into ocean formation, marine life, and responsible diving practices. We discuss the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of ocean ecosystems, the ethical considerations for divers, and the environmental impact of dive tourism. The conversation emphasizes the need for stewardship and conservation efforts to protect the underwater world for future generations.We also highlight how this reference book is a must-have for all dive professionals who want to offer quality experiences to scuba divers.2025-03-2613 min
Scuba Shack Radio126. Learn more about the DIVE BOAT Act, plus Wet Notes news, information and commentaryThe Sea of Tomorrow Society of Beneath the Sea is offering a number of scholarships and grants for 2024. You can apply online at www.beneaththesea.us/scholarships. The scholarships and grants will be awarded at the Beneath the Sea Show in March 2024.
The Q4 2023 edition of Alert Diver from Divers Alert Network is out. Once again it is packed with information including an article of diving in Connecticut plus travel options to St. Eustatius.
The DAN Annual Reports for 2021 and 2022 are due to be released in 2 - 4 months.
Sea turtle nests in the US are breaking records but climate change...2023-12-0422 minScuba Shack Radio126. Learn more about the DIVE BOAT Act, plus Wet Notes news, information and commentaryThe Sea of Tomorrow Society of Beneath the Sea is offering a number of scholarships and grants for 2024. You can apply online at www.beneaththesea.us/scholarships. The scholarships and grants will be awarded at the Beneath the Sea Show in March 2024.
The Q4 2023 edition of Alert Diver from Divers Alert Network is out. Once again it is packed with information including an article of diving in Connecticut plus travel options to St. Eustatius.
The DAN Annual Reports for 2021 and 2022 are due to be released in 2 - 4 months.
Sea turtle nests in the US are breaking records but climate change...2023-12-0422 min
Rising Tide: The Ocean PodcastRising Tide #89 - Beneath the Blue PlanetToday we’re talking with Dr. Alex Brylske a veteran dive industry professional, coral reef biologist and retired professor at the College of the Florida Keys. We discuss his book, ‘Beneath The Blue Planet’ that provides an in-depth dive into all things ocean. We’ll also get his unique perspective on the changing nature of both our endangered Ocean and the role the dive industry can and must play in protecting it. Plus we’ll find out what his coral students have to say that most excites him. Rising Tide, the Ocean Podcast is co-hosted by Blue...2023-08-1428 min
Scuba RadioScubaRadio 5-6-23 HOUR2This hour Captain Slate, Eric Douglas, Alex Brylske, and Neal Watson share their first experience with scuba diving! Looking for HOUR1?2023-05-0643 minScuba Shack Radio109. Special Episode – A dialog with Dr. Alex Brylske as he discusses his new book – Beneath the Blue PlanetIn this special episode, I reconnect with Dr. Alex Brylske for a discussion about his new book - Beneath the Blue Planet - A Diver's Guide to the Ocean. Alex tells us about his inspiration for writing this guide to the ocean, its ecosystems and its conservation. He takes us through the book and gives us some insights into the various chapters and what he hopes the readers take away from Beneath the Blue Planet.2023-04-1744 minScuba Shack Radio109. Special Episode – A dialog with Dr. Alex Brylske as he discusses his new book – Beneath the Blue PlanetIn this special episode, I reconnect with Dr. Alex Brylske for a discussion about his new book - Beneath the Blue Planet - A Diver's Guide to the Ocean. Alex tells us about his inspiration for writing this guide to the ocean, its ecosystems and its conservation. He takes us through the book and gives us some insights into the various chapters and what he hopes the readers take away from Beneath the Blue Planet.2023-04-1744 minScuba Shack Radio104. Sea Hunt It’s Still Alive – Mr. Guinea Pig plus Wet Notes New, Information and CommentaryDr. Alex Brylske has teamed up with Divestures to deliver a series of six presentations called Oceans Update. The first presentation was on January 25, 2023 - Secrets of the Coral Reefs. Next up is Understanding Coral Reef Fishes and it will be held on February 22, 2023. Find out more and register at https://www.diventures.com/oceans-update/
Over the holidays a cruise ship from Australia, the Coral Princess was bound for New Zealand when they were delayed due to an infestation of snails. The ship required cleaning before it was permitted to enter New Zealand. They take invasive species seriously down under.
...2023-02-1319 minScuba Shack Radio104. Sea Hunt It’s Still Alive – Mr. Guinea Pig plus Wet Notes New, Information and CommentaryDr. Alex Brylske has teamed up with Divestures to deliver a series of six presentations called Oceans Update. The first presentation was on January 25, 2023 - Secrets of the Coral Reefs. Next up is Understanding Coral Reef Fishes and it will be held on February 22, 2023. Find out more and register at https://www.diventures.com/oceans-update/
Over the holidays a cruise ship from Australia, the Coral Princess was bound for New Zealand when they were delayed due to an infestation of snails. The ship required cleaning before it was permitted to enter New Zealand. They take invasive species seriously down under.
...2023-02-1319 minScuba Shack Radio102. Special Episode – The story of PADI’s RDP with Dr. Alex BrylskeThe Professional Association of Diving Instructor's Recreational Dive Planner (RDP) was a revolutionary development promoting safe dive planning for recreational divers. Up until this time, most dive planning centered around Navy dive tables that really didn't fit what recreational divers were doing. In the early 1980s Dr. Alex Brylske was on the PADI staff and right in the middle of the development of the RDP. In fact, Alex took the first call from Dr. Raymond Rogers who was instrumental in the creation of not only the RDP but also the PADI Wheel.
Listen to the complete interview with Dr. Alex...2023-01-1631 minScuba Shack Radio102. Special Episode – The story of PADI’s RDP with Dr. Alex BrylskeThe Professional Association of Diving Instructor's Recreational Dive Planner (RDP) was a revolutionary development promoting safe dive planning for recreational divers. Up until this time, most dive planning centered around Navy dive tables that really didn't fit what recreational divers were doing. In the early 1980s Dr. Alex Brylske was on the PADI staff and right in the middle of the development of the RDP. In fact, Alex took the first call from Dr. Raymond Rogers who was instrumental in the creation of not only the RDP but also the PADI Wheel.
Listen to the complete interview with Dr. Alex...2023-01-1631 min
The Dive LockerDeconstructing The Diving Industry with Dr. Alex BrylskeIn this episode of The Dive Locker Podcast we learn about deconstructing the diving industry and how to improve it with Dr. Alex Brylske.2021-12-2356 min
The Dive LockerInterpreting Coral Reef Ecology In A New Way With Dr. Alex BrylskeIn this episode of The Dive Locker Podcast we discuss how dive professionals can interpret coral reef ecology in a new way with Dr. Alex Brylske.2021-06-0249 minScuba Shack RadioScuba Shack Radio #14 – 9-8-19In this episode we discuss scuba tank visual inspections, age and diving, Sea Hunt – the other pilot episode
We learn early on in our training that there are two different types of inspections for scuba tanks – hydrostatic (every 5 years) and the annual visual inspection. Only the hydrostatic test is mandated in the US by the US DOT. The visual inspection is a scuba industry standard. It all came about in the 1970s in response to a study conducted by the University of Rhode Island on behalf of the National Underwater Accident Data Center titled Investigation of scuba cylinder corrosion – phase 1. The fi...2019-09-0819 minScuba Shack RadioScuba Shack Radio #14 – 9-8-19In this episode we discuss scuba tank visual inspections, age and diving, Sea Hunt – the other pilot episode
We learn early on in our training that there are two different types of inspections for scuba tanks – hydrostatic (every 5 years) and the annual visual inspection. Only the hydrostatic test is mandated in the US by the US DOT. The visual inspection is a scuba industry standard. It all came about in the 1970s in response to a study conducted by the University of Rhode Island on behalf of the National Underwater Accident Data Center titled Investigation of scuba cylinder corrosion – phase 1. The fi...2019-09-0819 minScuba Shack RadioScuba Shack Radio #8 – 6-23-19In this episode we discuss deep diving, cleaning stations and Sea Hunt – It's still alive – the final show "Round Up"
What is deep diving? According to many training organizations it is any dive below 60 feet. Why? There is a section in Alex Brylske's book "The Complete Diver" titled Deep Diving Re-examined. Dr. Brylske talks about what he considers deep diving – the range between 80 and 130 feet or as he describes it the forgotten 50 feet. He also discusses things to consider before venturing deeper than 60 feet, specifically experience and training. As for training PADI has a great Deep Diver specialty course that consists o...2019-06-2317 minScuba Shack RadioScuba Shack Radio #8 – 6-23-19In this episode we discuss deep diving, cleaning stations and Sea Hunt – It's still alive – the final show "Round Up"
What is deep diving? According to many training organizations it is any dive below 60 feet. Why? There is a section in Alex Brylske's book "The Complete Diver" titled Deep Diving Re-examined. Dr. Brylske talks about what he considers deep diving – the range between 80 and 130 feet or as he describes it the forgotten 50 feet. He also discusses things to consider before venturing deeper than 60 feet, specifically experience and training. As for training PADI has a great Deep Diver specialty course that consists o...2019-06-2317 min
The League of Extraordinary Divers PodcastLXD 022 : Alex Brylske – Legendary Scientific Diver, Author and EducatorRetrieved from ScubaGuru - Expert Advice & Best Practices for Scuba Diving Professionals
Today we have a mentor of mine, Dr. Alex Brylske. Now what makes him so special is his absolute passion for the health of underwater environments. Most recently he was Professor of Marine Science & Technology at Florida Keys Community College. While teaching he was also Senior Editor of Dive Training Magazine a position he […]
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