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SH74: Who is responsible for change?
In this podcast episode, we explore who should be driving change in the diving industry, drawing inspiration from quotes by George Bernard Shaw and Albert Einstein emphasizing the necessity of change for progress....
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SH73: Why we need change
In this podcast episode, we delve into the necessity of change, exploring why it's crucial and who should be driving it. Drawing insights from Winston Churchill's quote, "To improve is to change, to be perfect is to...
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SH72: Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda
In this podcast episode, we explore the pitfalls of using "shoulda, woulda, coulda" in discussions about diving mistakes and accidents, emphasizing the need for constructive language and learning-oriented approaches....
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SH71: The Five Hazardous Attitudes
In this podcast episode, we draw parallels between aviation and diving safety, emphasizing the importance of human factors and non-technical skills in preventing accidents. Reflecting on a tragic airplane crash, we...
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SH70: Mentoring: Both sides of the story
In this podcast episode, we delve into the dynamics of mentoring in the diving community, exploring how mentor-mentee relationships contribute to personal and professional growth. While traditionally seen as unequal,...
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SH69: Leadership in a Short Term Team
In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of leadership in diving beyond traditional roles like Divemasters and Instructors. Leadership in diving involves guiding a team towards a common goal, prioritizing...
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SH 68: Scientific Diving: Trust and Communication in the depths
In this podcast episode, we delve into the crucial role of effective communication and trust in scientific diving. Communication underwater is essential for safety, coordination, and data collection, but it comes with...
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SH67: Diving Liability Insurance: Enabler or Barrier to Diving Safety?
In this podcast episode, we explore the importance of Human Factors training in the diving industry, drawing parallels with its significance in aviation. A firsthand account reveals how insurance premiums reflect the...
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SH66: The Value of Loops for Learning: Don't Just Fix the Diver /Instructor
In this episode, we delve into the concept of learning loops in scuba diving, inspired by the works of Chris Argyris and Donald Schƶn. We explore single-loop learning, focusing on immediate problem-solving like fixing...
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SH65: Building a Short Term Team
In this episode, we explore the dynamics of teamwork in diving, emphasizing that although diving may not be a traditional team sport, divers typically operate in teams to ensure safety underwater. Key factors in team...
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SH64: Price vs Quality: The Efficiency-Thoroughness Trade Off
In this episode, we delve into the complexities of dive training agency standards and the challenges faced by instructors in evaluating student performance. While standards outline specific skills, determining their...
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SH63: Unlocking the Secrets of Safer Diving: A Guide to Learning Reviews in Diving
In this episode, we reflect on the tragic death of a fellow diver and the tendency within the diving community to rush to conclusions and assign blame rather than focusing on learning from incidents. Highlighting the...
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