36 episodes
Dive Happy: The Best Places To Go Scuba Diving In Asia Chris Mitchell
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4.8 • 13 Ratings
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For the world's best scuba diving you need to go to Asia - and there's so many amazing places to dive, it can be hard to know where to start. Each episode of Dive Happy helps you get acquainted with a particular dive hot spot, explaining what makes it so special, what you can hope to see and some practical notes on how to get there and what to think about when planning a trip.
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Tonga's Humpback Whales
The remote kingdom of Tonga in Polynesia is home to humpback whales for a few months each year. Tim Rock explains what it's like to be in the water with these amazing mammals.
Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/tonga-humpback-whales-podcast/
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Tubbataha Reef Diving
Widely regarded as the best dive location in the Philippines, the remote, UNESCO Heritage listed Tubbataha Reef is worth the effort the visit. Tony Exall explains why.
Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/tubbataha-reef-diving-podcast/
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The Father Of Palau Diving: Francis Toribiong
The Diver Who Fell From The Sky is Simon Pridmore's fascinating biography of Francis Toribiong, the man who put Palau diving on the map. Tim Rock discusses his contributions to Simon's book and his enduring friendship with Francis.
Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/palau-diving-francis-toribiong-podcast/
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Sogod Bay Diving
Diving in the Philippines' Sogod Bay is so good we're returning to Southern Leyte's best-kept secret, this time with underwater videographer Tony Exall
Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at https://divehappy.com/sogod-bay-diving-podcast/
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LAMAVE Volunteer Whale Shark Research
LAMAVE (Large Marine Vertebrates Research Institute) has pioneered whale shark research in the Philippines through the collective efforts of volunteer helpers. Jessica Labaja explains LAMAVE’s ongoing research and education mission.
Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/lamave-volunteer-whale-shark-research/
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Dream Job: Marine Biologist
Being a marine biologist sounds like a dream job for divers, but what's the day-to-day reality? Dr Simon Pierce describes what it's really like as a full-time occupation.
Full show notes with links to the various people and places mentioned, along with a complete transcript of the episode, are at divehappy.com/dream-job-whats-it-like-to-be-a-marine-biologist/
This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit divehappy.substack.com
Customer Reviews
Like hanging out with your best new diving friends!
Obviously, we would all like to forget a lot of what happened in 2020, but I’m sure all of us can find a few good memories from this infamous year. One of my best 2020 memories was the moment I noticed that the Dive. Happy podcast had returned!
I live here in landlocked Washington DC, but a part of me is always trying to get back to the coral triangle as soon as possible. And on these winter days when we can’t leave work or leave the country, the next best thing is to put on this podcast.
Imagine that you are at one of your favorite small dive resorts in the coral triangle (perhaps Uepi or Misool). After a great day of diving, you sit down for dinner at a long communal table, and you’re lucky enough to be sitting next to two people you just met who are very experienced diverse and have a wealth of information to share. They’re not showing off. They’re just helping you learn about where you should go on your next trip… In fact, your next five trips. They have a good sense of humor, and they are an absolute joy to spend the evening with. That’s what this podcast is.
So welcome back Chris! Your fans missed you.
Fun, funny, interesting, wow!
Love this podcast, I feel like I’m with good friends chit-chatting about diving! It inspires me to get to world-class dive sites! And, it’s my guilty pleasure while I pull weeds in the garden or while doing mundane tasks around the house!!! Love it!
Great to See Dive Happy Back in Action
Chris Mitchell of Dive Happy is one of the mosy knowledgeable and entertaining exoerts on Indo-Pacific diving. The recents podcasts on Taiwan and Japan have opened doors for me. Thanks for all the great info and fun.