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The Ocean is the most distinctive feature of our planet. It covers more than 70% of Earth making it the most important environmental resource we will ever have. It is what make life possible and continue to thrive. An absolute playground for fellow scuba divers.We are honored to have Prof. Robin Robertson here with us talking about her lifelong studies and research about the ocean and what lies beneath it. An Expert in physical oceanography, she will provide tips and guidelines on how we as scuba divers can dive in the best possible sea conditions.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:48 Ocean Current8:22 Predicting Conditions13:50 Man Made Impacts16:41 Dive Site Selection19:18 Interesting Facts24:40 Global Warming26:21 Future Threats29:00 Be A HeroGuest : Prof Robin Robertson : https://www.instagram.com/r.robertson.nomad/----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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The Ocean is the most distinctive feature of our planet. It covers more than 70% of Earth making it the most important environmental resource we will ever have. It is what make life possible and continue to thrive. An absolute playground for fellow scuba divers.We are honored to have Prof. Robin Robertson here with us talking about her lifelong studies and research about the ocean and what lies beneath it. An Expert in physical oceanography, she will provide tips and guidelines on how we as scuba divers can dive in the best possible sea conditions.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:50 Prof Robin Robertson6:32 What is Oceanography?13:00 Oceanographer VS Marine Biologist20:36 Antarctica Expeditions27:17 Underwater Visibility32:37 Good Visibility Recommendation36:21 Life at Antarctica40:23 Ocean Tides48:31 Monsoon StormGuest : Prof Robin Robertson : https://www.instagram.com/r.robertson.nomad/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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With the amount of certified female divers increasing everyday, women are beginning to take scuba diving more seriously as an interesting hobby. This further re-enforce the fact of diversification and inclusivity for the industry making it a popular favourite pastime.We sit down with Melanie Hwa, a scuba diving instructor and dive center owner to discuss on navigating the ins and outs being female scuba diver, providing insights and tips to make everyone's adventure more fulfilling and enjoyable.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:58 Managing Hair/Skin
5:48 Urinating Underwater
9:32 Woman's Obstacles17:46 Gender Prejudice/Bias
23:41 Cat Calling
26:56 Diving with Partner/Family
36:32 Encouraging Woman Divers
47:53 Mel's Message to Everyone49:59 Breaking BarriersGuest : Melanie Hwa : https://www.instagram.com/melaniehwa.uw/Flow Dive Center : https://www.instagram.com/flow.dc/----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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With the amount of certified female divers increasing everyday, women are beginning to take scuba diving more seriously as an interesting hobby. This further re-enforce the fact of diversification and inclusivity for the industry making it a popular favourite pastime.We sit down with Melanie Hwa, a scuba diving instructor and dive center owner to discuss on navigating the ins and outs being female scuba diver, providing insights and tips to make everyone's adventure more fulfilling and enjoyable.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro
1:32 Melanie's Dive Profile
9:32 Flow Dive Center17:40 Island Vs City
21:44 Women In Diving25:08 Menstrual Cycle
32:15 Female Capabilities
38:31 Women's Advantages41:58 Women's Attire
44:36 Interaction between Genders50:03 Setting Boundaries55:35 Preview of Part 2Guest : Melanie Hwa : https://www.instagram.com/melaniehwa.uw/Flow Dive Center : https://www.instagram.com/reefcheckmalaysia/----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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The 4th Global Coral Bleaching Event is a phenomenon where corals expel their algae zooxanthellae due to inhospitable environment bring forth by unusual warmer sea water. This stressful condition put the marine ecosystem into survival mode and need to be addressed promptly to reduce the impact of dying Corals.We sit with prominent Marine Biologist Alvin Chelliah, Chief Program Officer of Reef Check Malaysia to discuss the ins and outs of this issue. Education and public awareness are essential in tackling Global rising temperature.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:28 Guest Introduction
2:07 Reef Check Foundation
7:19 Alvin's Responsibilities
12:28 What is Coral Bleaching?
20:28 What is Happening?
25:55 Impact of Coral Bleaching
34:57 What is being done?
41:36 Threats to Coral Reefs
45:23 What happened during Covid?
51:59 What can We all Do?58:16 Sinking of Train Wreck
1:07:23 Messege from AlvinGuest : Alvin Chelliah : https://www.instagram.com/alvinchelliah/Reef Check Malaysia : https://www.instagram.com/reefcheckmalaysia/----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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GoPro and PADI are collaborating in bringing a brand new course which combines action camera recording and scuba diving. The GoPro PADI distinctive specialty course is now available at selected dive centers.We sit down to chat with Shaiful Azwan who recently went through the Instructor Development Course that enables him to teach and certify this course. Let see what he has to say!Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:19 Guest Introduction2:50 What is This Course? 6:51 Becoming Specialty Instructor9:28 Who is it for?21:01 Personal Preferences27:00 Camera Equipments32:25 Usages of Underwater Camera36:01 Dive Courses for Photo & Video38:23 Be an Ethical Photography Diver41:32 Shout Outs to FriendsGuest : Shaiful Azwan : https://www.instagram.com/slowdownvisual.jpeg/----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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One of the primary gear scuba divers use nowadays is the Buoyancy Compensator Device. Its main purpose is to manage diver's bouyancy on the surface, in the water column and descending down at depth. An essential device when used correctly with the right training.This podcast discuss the history and various evolution of the BCD since its creation. With different types and designs available out there, we explore the pros and cons functions of modern BCD and pair them with dive disciplines and diver's preferences.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro
1:38 Thank You Guys
4:50 What is BCD ?
7:25 Evolution of BCDs
19:54 How BCD works?
30:10 Jacket VS BP Wing
35:01 Maintenance45:30 Technical Diving BCDs
51:48 Sidemount BCDs
53:09 Send us some Love
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When Scuba Divers are on the surface, We always find opportunities to talk about the activity we are so passionate about and love dearly. We seek out like minded divers to gather and have a great time sharing our underwater experiences where others can also relate to.What better place to do it than at Dive Exhibitions and Conventions. Having attended many dive shows around Asia througout the years, We discuss about the In and Out from the consumer and exhibitor point of views and share our knowledge on how to best enjoy the Expo Weekend.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro2:00 DRT & ADEX5:43 Diving at Japan?7:38 MIDE, TDEX, DEEP INDO11:07 Entrance Fees12:55 International Shows18:12 Whats at Dive Show ?19:54 Consumer's Perspective37:06 Exhibitor's Perspective42:56 Hope to See at Shows48:24 Reach Out To Us
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Island vacation is a preferred way for scuba divers to go on holidays. Apart from having the opportunity to dive in the ocean, it provides tranquility and a sense of calmness from daily life. But is Island lifestyle for everyone ?We talk to Shaiful aka Bong, a scuba instructor about his daily routine and struggles living on an island. Let explore the perspective of a person raised in the city and now, choosing a life working remotely at paradise.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:25 Guest Introduction3:10 Why Dive Pro?8:36 Island Lifestyle16:30 Work Challenges25:03 Swimming Necessary?30:00 Commit to The Training 31:49 Island Challenges39:38 Future Plans44:18 Freelance Dive Pro48:30 Message to Everyone----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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Being a mentor and a scuba diving instructor for almost 40 years, Zainal Rahman or better known in the industry as Ben has seen it all. Staring from a humble diveshop to having a PADI Career Development Centre, it takes dedication and hardwork.It is an honor being able to sit with Ben where he passionately shares his knowledge and experience with us. He talks about his teaching philosophy, values he wants to instill to candidates and his future plans.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:58 Who is Zainal Rahman?5:42 Mentoring Dive Professionals13:23 Working Environment16:57 Hiring Opportunities21:52 Quality Working Professionals28:33 Internship vs Enrolment33:52 Getting People Interested41:29 Free Nitrox For Life49:15 Career Building Academy54:35 Message to Working Pros----------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/----------------------------------------------------------------
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Sometimes we get a breed of scuba divers who wants to take their adventure to the next level. They love diving so much that they want to share their passion with others by becoming Certified Scuba Instructors.We sit down with 3 Instructor Development Course candidates who are getting ready for their Instructor's Exam with Course Director Diki to discuss on their path towards being PADI Scuba Instructors.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro
0:55 Lucien, Brandon, Heng
3:11 Why become an Instructor?
9:56 IDC Preparations
15:36 Diving Skills
19:27 Course Director's Expectations
22:38 IDC Course Experience
28:59 Candidate's Feedback
34:03 Instructor Aiden
35:30 Classroom Sessions
42:19 Water Sessions
45:20 Course Versus Reality
46:52 Course Director's Feedback
54:12 Use of Languages
56:51 Advise to Candidates
58:42 To future Instructors
1:02:26 Mr Cuddles???
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Tioman Island is located at the South East of Peninsular Malaysia. A small archipelago of paradise islands famous or its beautiful water and abundance marine life.It is our roots! Both Diki and Adam started and still frequent Tioman as their scuba diving playground and training centre. With over 20 years of the island experience diving in this water, we talk about what attracts us the most and keep us coming back year after years.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro
0:24 DRT Show
2:00 Back to our Roots?
3:47 Where is the Island?
8:58 What is on the Island?
14:59 Island Attractions
22:09 Why Tioman Island?
24:55 Scuba Diving at Paradise
36:59 Who Can Dive There?
40:48 When are We Going There?
43:11 Best Months To Go?
45:12 We Love Tioman Island------------------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/------------------------------------------------------------------------
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The Journey to become a Certified Cave Diver is long and treacherous. It takes years of dedication and experience of honing scuba diving skills. There are multiple prior certifications to be completed before one can even start considering undertaking overhead environment courses.You will hear us discuss about the necessary preparations we took leading to the commencement of our Full Cave Course, the training we went thought leading to certification and our input to those who are keen to walk this path.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:54 Why We Cave Dive?3:32 Course Structure9:40 Course Preparation12:29 Finding an Instructor15:26 Claus Rasmussen20:53 Course Location24:16 Doing The Courses37:39 Daily Struggles39:47 Amazing Thailand42:34 Cave Equipment48:25 Song Hong & Krabi53:17 Trip Logistic54:57 Skills Review1:00:59 Team Building1:05:12 Sra Keaw 1,2,3 & Klang Cave1:12:22 Course Recommendation/Summary1:15:35 Answering Your Question------------------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Sidemount Diving is increasing popular among among scuba divers nowadays. It's an essential setup for cave divers back in the days and still is for cave exploration.On this episode, we will explore the details of this 2 and more cylinder configuration and what it takes to be a sidemount diver.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 0:00 Intro0:14 What is Sidemount ?1:19 Vintage Gear4:34 Modern Configuration9:20 Bungees 10:55 Accessories17:15 Types of Torches20:44 Break Away Clip21:29 Regulator Setup27:52 Benefits of Sidemount35:07 Application40:24 Training Course45:03 Our Thoughts------------------------------------------------------------------------Host :Adam Chooi : https://www.instagram.com/adamchooi/Diki Zulkanaim : https://www.instagram.com/dikizms/------------------------------------------------------------------------
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We excitingly discuss about our maiden cave diving adventure to Buton Indonesia that happened last Nov 2023. It was an amazing scuba trip for us and it is an absolute pleasure having to relive and talk about it in this podcast.We hope that you will enjoy this and consider to subscribe to us for more awesome contents that we will put our hearts into.Thank you so much for dropping by and feel free to comment and give us feedback for us to do even better in upcoming episodes.Timecodes 00:00 Intro00:32 The Buton Islands3:11 Getting There, Hotels10:42 Food, Terrain16:29 Language, People20:59 Predive Excitement26:27 Wandoke Cave Dive One37:18 Surface Interval, Village Visit42:44 Oe Mamba Cave Dive Two50:24 Overnight Stay at Buteng54:31 Day Two55:35 La Humbe Cave Dive Three1:12:21 Cave Playground1:14:48 Kadaeula Cave Dive Four1:20:27 Rock N Roll Divers1:26:27 Missing our Flight1:31:55 Closing Thoughts
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