Join Curt, the Dead Foot Diver, on the Dead Foot Diver Podcast as he interviews the world deep dive record holder, Ahmed Gabr. Ahmed shares his journey into diving, his time in the Special Forces, and his preparation for breaking the world record. Learn about the physical and mental challenges he faced, his strategy for the dive, and his work in teaching technical diving and coral restoration. Don't miss this inspiring and insightful conversation with a diving legend.

00:00 Introduction to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast

00:44 Meet Ahmed Gabr: World Deep Dive Record Holder

01:25 Ahmed's Journey into Diving

02:15 Military Experience and Diving

03:45 Planning the World Deep Dive Record

09:34 The Day of the World Record Dive

12:44 Technical Aspects of the Dive

21:32 Teaching and Training in Technical Diving

26:29 Ahmed's Current Projects and Future Plans

28:35 Family and Personal Life

30:58 Conclusion and Farewell

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Welcome to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast with Curt, the Deadfoot Diver! In this episode, Curt interviews Dr. Michael Strauss, the former head of the Long Beach Hyperbaric Unit and author of 'Diving Science Revisited.' Tune in as Dr. Strauss shares his extensive journey into diving, hyperbaric medicine, and his intriguing experiences with the Navy SEALs. They also discuss the impact of aging on diving, hyperbaric treatment concerns, and the importance of staying fit for older divers. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with valuable insights on diving health and safety!

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00:00 Introduction to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast

00:47 Meet Dr. Michael Strauss

01:40 Dr. Strauss' Journey into Diving

02:20 Diving Experiences in the Navy

03:35 Transition to Hyperbaric Medicine

09:48 Challenges in Hyperbaric Medicine Today

20:17 Diving Science Revisited: A Deep Dive

20:46 Diving Considerations for Older Adults

25:37 Snorkeling and Free Diving Insights

29:19 Breath Hold Diving Adventures

29:49 Hyperventilation and Underwater Records

31:58 Scuba Diving Rules and Safety

32:44 Cold Water Diving Risks

34:30 Navy SEAL Training Insights

42:00 Fitness and Diving at an Older Age

49:15 Unique Diving Experiences and Stories

50:41 The Passion for Medicine and Diving

54:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Join Curt on The Dead Foot Diver Podcast as he dives deep into the inspiring story of Dan Metcalf, a three-time Guinness World Record holder and adaptive diver. Listen as Dan shares his journey from becoming a paraplegic through two major accidents to discovering and excelling in the world of scuba diving. Learn about the technical aspects, training, and challenges faced in setting world records for adaptive diving, and how diving helped him overcome mental health struggles, including PTSD. Don’t miss this incredible tale of resilience, pushing boundaries, and breaking barriers in diving with disabilities. Please remember to like, share, and subscribe!

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00:00 Introduction to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast

00:21 Meet Dan Metcalf: Guinness World Record Holder

01:16 Dan's Journey to Becoming a Paraplegic

04:19 Overcoming Adversity Through Sports

07:55 The Second Accident and Its Aftermath

18:40 Diving as a Path to Recovery

28:17 Setting Guinness World Records in Diving

36:23 Diving with a Hero: Learning to Side Mount

37:40 Challenges with Guinness World Records

39:00 Innovative Solutions for Diving Challenges

39:52 Achieving World Records and Overcoming Obstacles

46:58 The Logistics and Training Behind the Dive

51:59 Diving Credentials and Future Goals

01:05:44 Family Diving Adventures

01:13:50 Podcast Conclusion and Final Thoughts