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Apr 21
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Are You Afraid of Dying?

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My parents are going to cringe when they read my book. They will have to put it down and take a deep breath. When my Mother first learned about the risks that were involved in my career of exploring and filming underwater caves, the color drained from her face. It terrifies her to imagine me squeezing through tiny spaces in submerged caves deep with the planet. One day she asked me, “are you afraid of dying?” I get that question all the time. Why would anyone want to lead a life with so many perceived risks? But, I genuinely believe…

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Apr 15
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The First Reader of Into The Planet

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Writing a book is scary, especially when it is your memoir. You lay out your life for all to read and potentially dissect. As I embarked on the book writing journey I was terrified, vulnerable and worried. Would the audience understand my message? Did I cover stories adequately and accurately? I reached out to my dear friend and fellow underwater explorer Richie Kohler to be the first reader of my completed manuscript. I waited nervously, not wanting to rush him along. I am so excited to offer his response and endorsement here: I love the book  (CLAP CLAP CLAP)! I…

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Apr 01
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Ultimate Travel Tips – Before Departure

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I’ve spent a lifetime traveling the globe on expeditions and filming projects. In this series, I will offer up the top 100 travel tips. Part one offers the things to do before your trip. 1. Global Rescue – If you are going to be in a remote place, make sure you have evacuation insurance to get home in the event of an accident. 2. Medical Insurance – Ensure you are covered adequately in case of misfortune. Divers Alert Network (DAN) offers worldwide coverage for diving accidents and supplemental travel insurance with proceeds that support diving medical research. Other sport’s organizations…

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Mar 26
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Climate Change Documentary

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I’m very proud to share the poster for the film that I worked on throughout the summer of 2018. It will be launched in Germany in July 2019 and will follow to other markets internationally through the fall of 2019. I served as an underwater camera person and the English presenter in the movie. It was a profound journey that took our tiny crew from Greenland to Baffin Island and the northern reaches of Hudson Bay. We camped on sea ice, plunged into frigid waters and fended off polar bears to get the shots. I am grateful to Mario Cyr, my…

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