Divers React to 800+ ft deep dive by Dr. Richard Harris at Pearse Resurgence

This is an incredible dive, 800+ feet deep into a cave...16 hours long!!!
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[@DrHarryH]

Hey guys, thanks for having me on the show. Love your content and hope we get to dive together one day soon. Harry

[@DIVETALK]

We loved having you Harry, thank you for joining us!

[@jamesp1389]

From one Aussie to another, loved hearing you speak mate 👍 doing my beginner's open water thanks to Gus and Woody also!

[@georgecooke2271]

Thank you for the vid Richard - amazing, keep doing what youre doing, its incredible!

[@lukemorris896]

Looking forward to reading your book Harry. Just got it!

[@Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya]

You sir are awesome…!!! 🦞👍😊

[@shaunspadafora7943]

Dr. Harris' dive skills are eclipsed only by his humility. When I was in medical school, a very wise professor taught me "There are only two kinds of doctors - those who are humble and those who are about to be." I aspire to be just like Richard Harris. This dude is such a fantastic role model. Respect ✊

[@Fishifyed]

Thanks Dr!

[@tammymakin2492]

Amazing

[@alexrydin]

I’ll never get over how lucky those kids were that one of the best cave divers in the world also happened to be a practicing anesthesiologist.

[@liamhennelly3961]

Mixed with the fact his british friends happened to be some of the best cave divers in the world and they all helped blows my mind too ✌🏻👌🏻

[@friedsensei]

my only explanation is it was a really slow news week lol. It's not funny but i'm curious how many similiar accidents have occured since then without the global news coverage. I'm assuming thousands, had they been a badminton team we'd never have heard about it. Like you said those kids were lucky as all hell.

[@smmfdftbh]

​@friedsensei do you realize how big of an ordeal the cave dive to save 13 kids was? Why would it not be major media news? Kind of dumb to say it wouldn't have been in the major media if it was a busy news week. There's not many incidents that involve that level of rescue

[@katamine11]

@@friedsenseican you name a single incident where a whole soccer team got hopelessly trapped in a flooded cave and the got rescued to cave divers who not only performed an absolutely INSANE cave rescue but also had the kids ANESTHESIZED and had to inject them with more anesthetics throughout the dive which by itself was already an insanely, RIDICULOUSLY difficult dive without having to rescue anyone and not only did this all on very short notice but also COMPLETELY SUCCESSFULLY where EVERY SINGLE KID SURVIVED a situation that it would’ve been miraculous for just ONE to survive?? “Slow news week” I’m sorry what???

[@bookonomatopoeia]

@@friedsensei I can only assume you perform heroic acts like this on the daily….or maybe not.

[@PaulAnthonyDuttonUk]

I think the sweetest moment of that cave rescue though not mentioned was when the kids decided on who would be swam out first based on how far they lived from the cave because they thought they would have to cycle home. 😊 Epic story of human endeavour for sake of human life that for a brief moment bought humanity together..

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

I think the most amazing part of that movie was that guy who called those two English Cave divers. Just think if that local guy in Thailand did not know those English Cave divers those kids most likely would have drowned or starved to death because the Navy SEALs were not experienced in cave diving and they probably would have never got that far in to find those children. So if it was not for that local cave diver living in Thailand and if he did not know those two English Cave divers things could have been much different and most likely it would have. That kind of blows my mind. It’s like that guy was born for that moment. Crazy

[@Za7a7aZ]

Very well said...maybe Putin should watch it and be reminded that people care for people when they really need help. And not start crazy stupid wars and make people suffer on purpose..What happened there should inspire people to help those in need.

[@greynovaIst]

Good point that was really cool

[@greynovaIst]

Great video guys. Thanks Harry for your time!

[@terrishepherd3266]

@@Za7a7aZ It’s The United States Industrial Complex and Our Corrupt Government that Starts Wars. History The Real Truth Will show you that.

[@suesnow8227]

No wonder this guy was Australian person of the year! He’s got that humility you see in so many Australians, never taking credit for the awesome things he’s done. I have to say, this was one of the best videos I’ve seen, (other than any video with Edd)😃 Thank you so much!

[@myshepspud1]

New Zealander?

[@btscuba]

​@@myshepspud1definitely Aussie. From Adelaide

[@joediamondcpa796]

As a non diver, I watch every video Woody and Gus make, why? not only are they both great story tellers, but the quality of the videos are fantastic and this makes for an enjoyable experience. But, mainly, I am learning about how exciting and educational diving can be and, even more important, the lessons of safety, which is the main purpose of their videos, apply to everyday life for non divers. So these videos teach you to be an expert in your trade, use your head, use common sense.

[@randommonkey6982]

Same

[@ProdbyMalibu]

I highly recommend getting into it.

[@johnm1123581321]

I know this gets thrown around a lot but... This man is a hero in every sense of the term. He and his crew literally risked their lives to save these kids. I'm not expert but it almost seems like rescuing someone from outer space would of been easier than what they did. I was glued to this video. What an amazing story and individual.

[@jossypoo]

I think that you are absolutely correct.

[@sundaydiver]

"Would have," not "would of," but otherwise, yes.

[@lhaviland8602]

It takes twice as long to bring saturation divers down to normal pressure than it does to get people back from the moon so you aren't half wrong.

[@byteme9718]

"His" crew?

[@michaelcraig5936]

Don’t worry bro thanks for your comment nothing but a bunch of haters and English teachers here apparently

[@clifton4566]

52:34 " What are you going to do? You have to just get on with it." He thought there was practically no chance the rescue would be successful, and was warned he might be imprisoned if anyone dies, but still never hesitated. I couldn't have more respect for him.

[@elineman7]

I was thinking the same thing. By that point those kids had been in there for 15days… they were coming out, dead or alive. Ppl like Dr. Harris and Rick are really on a different level; smart, humble and genuine. The best of the best. God Bless.

[@andreasoberg2021]

Yes. That was incredibly heroic

[@Nefville]

After seeing how quickly David Shaw went from "doing work" to being dead at 900ish ft. (30 seconds, if that), I have a lot more respect and a deep sense of worry for anyone else trying it. Its so deceptively dangerous. That being said, what a beautiful cave. My God the story of that rescue though, wow. That is insane.

[@dianebays5484]

Yes! I hadn't thought about David Shaws death regarding this episode, but you're right. It's unbelievably dangerous.

[@cameronmahaffey3798]

Not sure it’s deceptive. It has a obvious inherent danger.

[@Catiecatiecatiecaful]

Hey I was thinking the same thing when I watched this, thinking of Dave Shaw. I want to know if there is a difference here because Richard was using a rebreather and Dave Shaw was using open circuit with tri-mic. Does it change the feeling of being “narc’d”? I would say yes because there’s not as much nitrogen in rebreathers?

[@Nefville]

@@Catiecatiecatiecaful That's a good question, I'm not a diver and I'm not really sure. Shaw went down very quickly as well so I would think the nitrogen had even less time to get into his system. Both of these guys are/ were :( legendary divers so I have to think they were both prepared, but that's a great question, I'd love to know the answer too.

[@DrHarryH]

We learned a lot from the sad death of Dave Shaw. He was using a rebreather as well, breathing trimix gas. He succumbed to Co2 poisoning for several reasons - doing work at depth but also didn't have the perfect gas mix, and possibly some equipment issues. We believe we have overcome some of these factors, but there is no question there are some significant risks in diving to these depths.

[@_Kayla_]

As an Aussie, this fills me with so much pride. What a guy. Very proud to see one of our own out here doing fantastic things. I also have to say, it's nice to hear a familiar accent 😂 Edit: No way, he's in my neck of the woods too. Super awesome.

[@JUNIsLuke]

I completely agree

[@gagemcmahon9485]

He's a legend seems like a great guy and a good role model

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

I'm like, we have cave divers in Australia? Do we have underwater caves? I guess so!

[@_Kayla_]

@@chrisvanbuggenum871 haha 100%. I know of a couple scattered around SA but yeah, didn't really know we cave divers, let alone explorers!

[@Stopthisrightnow560]

@@chrisvanbuggenum871 We have a couple that have killed a few people.

[@ZYXWVUQ992Q]

Being an anesthesiologist helps him massively understand dynamics of deep diving. Incredible human. Great video guys!

[@henkelsmallenginerepair]

As someone who is terrified of drowning and being underwater for extended periods of time, the two of you have made me consider taking a diving class and trying it out someday. Stumbled upon one of your videos and now I have to keep watching, very enjoyable thank you!

[@transamination]

There's so much diving you can do that is nowhere near as crazy/dangerous as this. For me the main appeal is that unlike swimming/snorkelling, you can cruise underwater at the same level without fighting your own buoyancy.

[@DrHarryH]

Definitely try it! Just go somewhere warm and pretty to start with :-)

[@charliewatts6895]

@@DrHarryH Bonaire would be a good choice. I snorkeled there for the first time in my life. Had so much fun. The corals are so beautiful.

[@loulou7963]

I’m the same. Terrified of super deep water and tight spaces but I’d love to do basic scuba.

[@raidermaxx2324]

dude... its a crazy experience.. its the closest thing to feeling like you are travelling in outer space being weightless

[@mikesbigadventures194]

I subscribed to Richard Harris at about the “argument” point in this video. He was so deadpan with his delivery and hilarious. Very calming when watching something that is so advanced and dangerous. Simply incredible.

[@TheCornDavis]

I love how he talks about his emotional state too, not just the process. It’s wild all of the places we don’t even know about on the earth. These guys are amazing! Places that most anyone will NEVER see in person, they showed to us. Dry discovery is amazing as it. There is so much under the water that we have yet to see. Wild.

[@dougcook3174]

Damn this guy rocks lol. I've seen local musicians with 100000× the sense of self importance Richard has. It's a blessing to have you and people like you here on earth with us!

[@holly.earendil5187]

I’m a medical student in Australia and we are all in such awe of Dr Harris! I hope we get a lecture from him someday.

[@isthiswherewecamein6130]

I've never been more glued to a discussion like this. Harry has the attitude, morality, and modesty that is so uncommon in today's society. A true hero we can ALL APPLAUD and learn life lessons from. Great show guys.

[@Norrellco540]

Thanks you guys. Thank you to Dr. Harris for guest starring. Thanks for doing this and doing it for the right reasons. Amazing content always and quality human beings.

[@ashleywinter209]

Gus and Woody's videos are the only ocean underwater videos I can tolerate without getting anxious. I love Gus's smooth accent, and I love how unique Woody is. His personality and the way the videos are put together are great. This guy is AMAZING! There aren't words to describe this. I won't even get in if I can't see the bottom. This is spectacular and informative

[@PhoenixShin]

This was an amazing video. It was an even bigger surprise at how instrumental he was in the Thai cave rescue. Thanks to you guys and Richard for all the great insight into everything: the logistics, the effort for safety, the extra info about the Thai cave rescue, and just being awesome!

[@XxbreeberryxX]

I am hooked on your Dive Talk channel, and currently binge watching! I was scared off with Mr.Ballen's stories of ever doing any open water/cave diving, but after watching you guys talk about how it can be done safely with the right precautions and equipment, and how beautiful and breathtaking it can be, it sounds like something Id like to get certified in one day. I love how you both compliment each other so well Woody and Gus, and the upmost respect you have when talking about the unfortunate things that can happen in your profession, but turn them into learning points on how to safely do something, or why it went wrong, or how to avoid it in the first place. Not to forget I enjoy all the collaborations you do too! KEEP UP THE GREAT CONTENT GUYS! :)

[@hdors13]

Just. WOW. I could watch him talk all day. That dive was amazing and of course his work with the Thai rescue is incredible. If you guys don't get him to Florida to dive with you AND go to Australia to dive with him you'll kick yourselves later. Thank you for sharing and thank you to Harry for joining the DiveTalk family. GREAT video!

[@lydialeigh4]

What a great interview!! Getting to see the cave at those extreme depths all while listening to Harry narrate the adventure - wow! Hope to see/hear more from him. Definitely will be subscribing to his channel. Thanks Woody & Gus for another stellar discussion! So good!

[@aussie_philosopher8079]

This has to be one of the most amazing videos I've ever seen. Makes me proud to be Australian. I'm sure he was my anesthesiologist while in surgery. He's a legend.

[@Bismarck287]

Wow! This has got to be one of your best videos to date. The dive footage was epic and the interview with Richard Harris was just so engaging. Great work.

[@alexandernunes1496]

Another incredible interview of a Legend! Somehow your content keeps getting better and better! Thank you Gus and Woody yet again 😎

[@dg8062]

I think a guy like this is FAR greater than those that attempt Mt Everest. Not that Everest is a small feat but very few men have the balls, physiology and knowledge to dive to these depths. Insane!

[@greynovaIst]

Ya I would have to say have tou ever done a dive that took all day? I have not ascended any mountains but the cold is bad possibly worse. Yet the site seeing is better on a wreck. But being a commercial hard hat diver as well, and doing it EVERYDAY... It can definitely be about enduring the suffering, but for monetary gain and a few hairs on your chest. But respect to all the mountaineers out there too...

[@thirstybonsai1888]

A dive that takes 16 hours or a mountain that takes 8 weeks to climb

[@jackhew93]

@@user-dt3kg7bi2lwell said

[@andyderringer]

Oh Diving to depths like this takes serious drive. Climbing Everest is very very difficult if not almost impossible for most. And $50,000 and up, all the sherpas that lead, guide and carry "everything" up to base camp. Because you are the one who "conquered" Everest. You know, the picture that everyone has hanging in their office so people are impressed. Seen alot of those. Pack yourself up to Basecamp, equipment and all and I will bow to your skills. It is apples and oranges as another posted. But takes alot more "huevos" to dive that deep in my opinion. How many men or women have dived that deep vs climbed Everest. Of course I would do either😂. Just another keyboard warrior talking smack complaining. 😊

[@andyderringer]

Exactly.

[@OffGridBackcountryAdventures]

Man, those are some CRAZY depths!

[@DIVETALK]

Oh yeah it's ridiculous

[@chankwanting]

@@DIVETALK Nah, not that deep at all. I mean there's 7 cave dives in history that's deeper. 😉😯😲😱

[@vanlos620]

What a legendary diver! Being able to see video that deep into a cave is amazing, the overall video is truly beyond words. Keep up the amazing work

[@DIVETALK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cabooseMK2]

What a down to earth, lovely and humble man. Keep watching your own videos back, learn from your mistakes, stay alive. You seem to be one of those people that will teach hundreds of others how to be safe in their cave diving careers. You need to brag a little more. You are amazing.

[@DrHarryH]

Thanks for the kind words. Don't worry, I regularly tell my wife how great I am.

[@michaelcraig5936]

I love how they have an argument at 600ft. Deep 😂 the most hardcore argument ever.

[@angiekilbourne6912]

As someone who has always been interested in diving… but never gone… I absolutely LOVE your channel. I may not understand a lot of the info, but it’s fascinating! Thank you for letting me tag along on these fabulous adventures.

[@rocker-uy5wg]

I also forgot to mention so Apologies ahead of time, but I really enjoyed the conversation about the logistics of gas and deco. Three weeks plus 4 tons of gear is so insane it is hard to physically imagine.

[@DIVETALK]

Great point!

[@justme-ij2qy]

Excellent reaction and interview. I cannot thank you enough for reaching out to Richard and getting him on here. I would say that I will head over and subscribe to his channel, but I am already a subscriber. Thank you all for giving us glimpses into things that we will never experience for ourselves and would otherwise never see it or hear about it straight from those of you that are/were there.

[@philhurst3148]

Staggering,total respect for all involved in that rescue.

[@jvsaints3028]

As a 70-year old woman who tried hard to learn to scuba while in my fifties, I am in awe of all of you. The doctor would not certify me to dive in Australia since I had had breast radiation for cancer. I was disappointed but it beats having my lung fail underwater. Now I watch you guys! Fantastic having Dr. Harris on. He's my hero. Every video makes me cry...

[@sunitamosesesq]

Isn't it just so amazing in this day, to be able to have a passenger seat in ultra high definition on these indescribable unprecedented dives? They film so that we can see these dives through their eyes.

[@DrHarryH]

Thankyou!

[@julianstorey2699]

You need to talk to a "diving doctor". Ask at dive shop. All the best.

[@jvsaints3028]

@@julianstorey2699 Actually, it was a dive doctor in Australia who told me he would not certify me. I'm from the states and I was glad I talked with an expert who dealt with tourists regularly. Thanks!

[@adamstalilonis8787]

@Sunita Moses great comment! Glad I read a little bit b4 posting almost the same thing!

[@raymondanderson751]

That is extremely terrifying and absolutely amazing, these guys are definitely a very rare breed.

[@drats1279]

How can you be terrified sitting on your butt watching your computer?

[@raymondanderson751]

Well I would have to be on a computer or some device to even watch the video so not sure what the fuck you're talking about genius but just to let you know I'm a open water diver but not a cave diver.

[@dajo2824]

I’m listening to this and I’ve been amazed every time this Dr talks about this rescue. He had to teach the other divers to keep them out. It’s just amazing. .

[@elineman7]

This was the most amazing video/interview I have ever seen… Dr. Harris (&Rick) really came through for those kids; I remember watching the rescue, eyes glued to my TV. The Docu on this rescue I’ve watched twice. Words cannot express the feeling of love for humanity that bubbled up when each child was brought out. ❤❤

[@slydog1227]

WOWWWWWW!! Just WOW As a certified open water diver as well as a past Surgical Technologist, Harry's story is amazing! Great job Gus and Woody! Great interviews! I stumbled upon your channel a week ago and have been bingeing you 16 hours a day ever since! I've dived Vortex and Morrison Springs in Florida, but NOT in the cave. Frankly, the thought of cave diving has always scared the hell out of me. But seeing how technical knowledge, training and the right equipment severely minimizes the risk make me want to come down to Florida and take some classes from you guys! Keep up the good work! Love your videos! Ken/North Mississippi

[@williamthompson9508]

Came across Richards channel a few months ago. I was completely awestruck the first time I saw this video. Had no idea anything like this was possible! Great to hear your guys' reaction to it and help put some things into perspective for us

[@rochellecraig1597]

It’s cool to see a cave from my neck of the woods. There are so many caves in the top of NZs South Island. It’s really nice to be able to see inside one.

[@Frumbler]

KZbin brought me to your channel for some reason. I've now watched a few videos and have a sudden growing interest in trying diving. It looks so peaceful. Beautiful.

[@davidream136]

FNG here, working on my basic open water certificate and a avid researcher. This brings me full circle. By that I mean, I did a discovery dive in Mexico 4 years ago. Came home and thought you only dive in “warm” water. I watched “The Rescue” and it ignited that desire to dive. Through my process, I got hooked up with a local “Montana” non-profit Veteran diving group and started my journey to certification. Since, I found Gus and Woody here on dive talk. Watched 50-75 videos and I’m back to where it started again! I can’t thank you both enough for forefronting diver education and showing me some many interesting dives! I don’t know that cave diving is in my future but I do hope to meet you both in person one day! Howdy from cold water diving in Montana!

[@FordFalcon54]

Lakes and before you knock lake diving there is actually a lot of good diving in lakes. Granted the great Lakes are more like an ocean but some of the best wreck diving is in the great Lakes. Hundreds of wrecks and they don't decompose as fast as they do in salt water.

[@davidream136]

SM there is a bunch of lakes in northwest Montana. Went last weekend and it was 49F at 40 feet

[@lauriehughes8130]

OMG this is the best show ever. The amazing depths, new cave tunnel then about the rescue of the children. I had no idea, just amazing. I woke up my old man to tell him All about this video. Thank you so very much. I hope you guys get your wish to dive together. You guys take me where I could never go.

[@sonatine3266]

The documentary about these dudes at the Thailand rescue operation is insanely good. Rick Stanton and John Volanthen are such cool dudes... they all are (I think it was mainly about them and also Richard Harris in the documentary). Crazy how insanely calm they are even during the worst situations possible for divers (I'm talking about the rescue op). They said that exactly this kind of hobby (what you can see in this video... like "extreme cave diving") prepared them for that, but for them it's like pure joy and relaxation. But every one of the divers who carried a kid through all that caves is a heroe, imho. To the rebreathers: I knew that Rick Stanton is creating his own equipment in general, so all that gear talk was awesome as hell,especially about the rebreathers! Would love to hear even more about the gear... gear-talk is always the best talk. :D

[@OceanBreezes321]

So much humility, which shows up in some amazing ways in all of you: you know your limits, you aren’t afraid to admit and embrace mistakes, you’re open to critique, and looking for all the areas to grow. No doubt this has contributed to your safety and success. This video footage was the first time I could really see how easy it would be to getting completely turned around in a cave. Obviously it happens, but I could really see it as they were moving the camera in various directions. Thanks for this great video!

[@awkwardautistic]

That documentary about the Thai cave rescue was absolutely amazing... all those involved are true heroes. And you guys are awesome! How cool is it to hear from Richard!!

[@bobbyt2012]

This is one of the most incredible videos I've ever seen. Good on you guys. The combination of technical and emotional is just unparalleled. Amazing work and interviewing.

[@alvarorodriguezgomez8716]

What a honor having this man in the show, amazing content guys, and Thanks Dr. Harris

[@marisaharris1384]

Hey guys, you are pretty cool dudes and since I just came back to diving from a "hiatus" of about 20 years, I'm so excited to watch your videos and continue learning as much as possible. I just recertified with SSI and it's fantastic! Awesome that you had Dr. Harry on your show :)

[@andyneff2640]

Huge fan of your content. This is one of my favorite videos that you have made. Not only full of dive information, but also showed the compassionate side of what we all do. Thank you so much for that content

[@krakenonesixgaming6061]

Fantastic perspective from a fantastic diver! It's stories from people like this that truly give me the nudge as it were to explore getting into diving. Also can't wait to see episode 2 of Woody's adventures at the aligator farm!

[@bkd6945]

Wow, just wow.. I'm a 20 yr reg nurse, and avid diver.. what they did with those kids is mind blowing... Zero vis, have reinject to keep sadated...through crevasses..just wow...awesome video guys, thank you!!!!!!!!

[@DIVETALK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bgee461]

Lol "that pain takes a long while to wear off". That's how I felt my first back country skiing experience.

[@LoveCaveDiving]

Love the interviews you do with people who we would never have a chance to see and hear. Thanks.

[@raymondg6424]

By far some of the coolest content I've seen on KZbin such an amazing story could listen to you guys talk all day appreciate the content and always surprising us with guests appearances great video also want to say thank you very much to Harry

[@tejay9416]

Thank you for not only risking your life but your freedom as well to save the kids.

[@melvillecapps8339]

So glad you made this video, and were able to speak with Dr. Richard Harris. KZbin suggested his video, and I was impressed at how deep 245 was. Then, I realized that was 245 meters! I understood that I was watching world first exploration. Then, I watched more of his videos and realized he was the anesthesiologist on the Thailand football kids rescue, Wow.

[@zoyalis1487]

This guy is amazing!!! Great interview guys. Woody was spot on with the questions, and I loved how excited Gus was just listening to all of the knowledge spewing out. I never thought I'd be so attentive with people talking about diving vs actually watching the dive with the live reactions. Awesome gentlemen!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@katrinaDS]

Wow! Amazing! How cool to be able to do/see all of these new caves. Harry is a very cool guy! I love that I am meeting all these amazing people on your show that I have never heard of before. The Dive world has a huge beautiful family that I never even knew existed before now. A lot of heroes that are not known by the average person. I can’t even put into words how amazing all of you are 💙

[@brendenhayes6099]

They say cave divers are crazy but listening to you guys talk, I couldn’t imagine a more levelheaded bunch of people. Loved this talk, keep up the great work!

[@troglokev]

Level-headed is a survival characteristic. I’ve carried tanks for a lot of cave divers over the years, and it’s the level-headed ones who are still with us. You need to be able to tie off next to the inviting shaft and retreat if the situation just isn’t right. As Craig and Harry did at the end of this video.

[@cnunley238]

I just completely psyched out lol, I live near Roaring River and have been absolutely fascinated by the dives, that was the final straw in me getting certified! The KISS team did kind of a Q&A and I was able to meet them all, super awesome experience and definitely sparked an interest in tech diving and cave diving.

[@PoetOnTheRun]

I know I’m watching this clip a month late. But the movies are coming out about the 13 boys in the cave. Everything about the logistics and the physiology to the mix gases is just fascinating. Truly. Thank you dive talk for this great interview!

[@ChrisSlowens]

You guys are good... I'm not even a diver and I was asking the same questions about gas mix and deco time just from watching your videos lol

[@amyr6309]

Harry is a remarkably humble guy. Much respect.

[@slickrtm]

Absolutely beautiful cave and unbelievable footage. Clearly from your reactions, the extra-long deco time was well worth it! Thanks, Woody, Gus, and Richard! Vids like this really dive the adventure spirit.

[@cameron5802]

First few seconds and that shot of that open tunnel they start off going into is stunning. Like the giant blood vessels of Earth. This interview had me hooked. There is absolutely ZERO understating the fact that those children had only this option and this option alone for their survival, insurances or assurances of protection were obviously not of priority when every single person there was there to save a life. Nobody showed up thinking they were all even going to get them out, let alone the consequences of their death. It was all about rescuing. I can only hope to be half the person that these people are. The question about explaining the rescue to the children is probably the most important one I absolutely loved Woody asking, and how he said he would not have been able to drag these kids out. I'm absolutely floored. Thank you Dive Talk.

[@2lipToo]

Amazing interview, to say the least! People involved in this caliber of rescue are admirable beyond words and come with the biggest hearts.

[@qiyue8156]

31:00 I love how he didn't push himself to go through this narrow corridor. Reasonable choice. I really respect that

[@Querencia7779]

“….a week to come up.” (Nods head, purses lips.) So dang cute! What a fascinating video with fun commentary.

[@felipepeeler166]

Amazing video!! I don’t comment on many channels but this was very well put together, keep it up👏🏽I am a new diver and your videos are very inspiring to watch/listen to.

[@jonathanplant935]

I learn so much in each video you guys put out .. I remember watching this on the news and biting my fingernails off worrying about these kids .. I NEVER knew that they had used drugs at all let alone full anaesthesia .. it just made it all the more terrifying and more amazing that they were able to get them out .. heroes man

[@anchopanchorancho]

What a perfect video to see posted before heading into work. I'm really glad you guys covered this one! The dude has some serious kit (which he explains in its own video), his dual loop/scrubber rebreather is something else. His channel is really thoughtful and hopefully the boost of viewers helps with fresh content.

[@lizabethswannn]

Thank you for another fantastic video, Gus and Woody! Harry is an absolute hero and legend - thank you for reaching out to him and allowing him to grace us all with such awesome knowledge and info! I also wanted to say that I recently dived for the first time and am now going to do my PADI open water certification because of how inspiring you both and the guests on your channel are, so thank you for being you!

[@LemonCamel]

Cool to see the rounded basalt at the beginning compared to more recently fallen stuff at 17

[@santinobucaro412]

Kinda random but I had one shitty day at work today and mentally I'm pretty down right now so when I seen gus and woody uploaded a new video It legit lifted my mood instantly! Thank you guys! Seriously, it's much appreciated.

[@lsewell95]

I’ll start by saying that I’m a diver but not a cave diver. While Richard is obviously a legend, my first thought on this video is that I lost count of the reasons why I, personally, would have thumbed this dive. It also sounds like Richard feels this way too. Craig appeared to be having some buoyancy issues and, from my perspective, some questionable judgement issues. If I was going to depths such as this, I would need to know that my partner is good to go. It’s still a great video and I’m excited that you guys reacted to it. Having Richard on to discuss this dive and the rescue was epic. I knew it would make a good reaction video when I watched it a few weeks ago.

[@rscalliwag07]

52:49 when woody asks about the drugging route. If you watch the documentary on Disney Plus they explain this, apparently before the kids were ever discovered, a group of pump workers had fallen asleep and became trapped in a sump. When Stanton and the other brits dove them out, they were nearly drowned from the panicking workers. This swim was much shorter then the 3hour dive eventually required to rescue the kids and was (for him at least) the deciding factor on the anesthesia.

[@charliewatts6895]

That's a really good point. It's also about protecting the divers as well.

[@angieng8633]

Yeah, it was John Volanthan & Rick Stanton were the ones who saved the 4 adult pump workers. The workers were stuck in Chamber 4. John V and Rick were just getting them from Chamber 4 to Chamber 3, around 200 meters length. The boys were in Chamber 9, 2++ km long. If I remember correctly, John Volanthan didn't say they nearly drowned but they did have a hard time getting the 4 workers from Chamber 4 to Chamber 3. The above was from interviews/ talks with John Volanthan.

[@ewojuni1399]

Hey Woody and Gus my name is Josie, I’ve been watching you guys for only a few months now but I’ve been binge watching all your videos ❤️ but I think I have a great idea, they make waterproof playing cards. Maybe on long deco times you could play card games lol. I’m no diver I’m barely a beginner at snorkeling off the beach of Anna Maria, Fl close to where I live. But maybe even a funny video idea to gather everyone together on a shorter dive and just playing card games. I think it would be hilarious watching y’all play slap jacks under water 😂.

[@bw040690]

Its amazing. Just a decade plus back these depths killed Exley and Dave Shaw, and they were literally just doing a bounce. Going to depth and then going back up. Dr Harris and his partner are going to depths and staying for some time period. Mind blowing.

[@ReediusMaximus]

Wow…the dive video was amazing and beautiful. So so deep man down into that cave. I liked how the tunnels they were in were so big. My brother in law and sister in law were visiting and they had just watched the rescue of the soccer team in Thailand. They were telling me all about it. They never mentioned that the boys were sedated. The whole thing is so incredible. Thanks Woody and Gus for having Harry on!

[@JadedBelle]

I love watching Harris and Stanton diving videos...so precise and fluid. Just finished video...wow this interview was absolutely EPIC! Well done!

[@craigbikes8831]

I don't understand how it's humanly possible to do a 16-hour dive. Do you sit in a habitat for 12 hours? Do you eat? Do you drink water? I guess you put yourself into a state where you don't need to use the bathroom either? Absolutely mind-blowing stuff

[@WAYMAKER_MEDIA_LLC]

They probably pee, lol... Might go boom too... Never say never 😅

[@blackoceandiving8242]

I watched Richard’s breakdown of the Twin Megladon Rebreather. It’s an absolute beast. I hope to be half the diver this guy is.

[@annikkirahko6714]

Twin megalodon just sounds like it would be beastly

[@mirandahotspring4019]

A friend of mine and fellow adventure guide Dave weaver died in this cave in 1995 when He and another diver, Kieran McKay were exploring it. He died at about 87m on air. His body was recovered sometime later and the ledge it was on is now known as Weaver's Ledge. There was a third diver on the team, Pete Hobson, who ripped his drysuit in Nightmare Crescent on the way down so returned to the surface.

[@thenextlennon8411]

I stopped watching this interview and watched this documentary and wow incredible and it made this interview so much more amazing!

[@DIVETALK]

Wow, thank you!

[@Suncross66]

If Eagle's Nest is Mt Everest, this place is the moon 😥

[@VashStarwind]

Seems pretty dangerous to have that big mess of line just hanging in the cave

[@georgecooke2271]

YES, THANK YOU BOTH! I put a link to this vid into your discord as a recommendation (crazygoodkungfu) hoping we would see it reviewed one day, I actually had no idea Richard was involved in the Thai cave rescue so this adds a whole new element to this, which is great! What a video right! 800+ ft, habitats, divers getting separated, but all done from the perspective of one of the top divers in the world. Amazing, and great review/reaction from you guys! Didn't expect the interview either which added EVEN more, so many insights, the dual rebreathers are fascinating (not something I noticed when I watch the original vid) and the questions you guys asked were on point and interesting. Thank you so much for this review, loved it!

[@reactivereplays5666]

Incredible video I would have never seen without your channel. Thank you Doug and Woody for the exposure. Such a majestic MASSIVE cave... The sheer size is simply unfathomable for me, over 800ft down with MASSIVE rooms and openings. WOW! Truly amazing to think about all these unexplored areas still on Earth. EDIT: 22:50 You guys talk about length of video. I would watch 5 hours or even days of video like this; both the underwater exploration of things a majority of the world will never see AND the knowledge from these AMAZING people like Richard, John, Edd, Ballen, ect... that the world will never know without them speaking it into existence from their experience. A serious THANK YOU for the content you provide.

[@JoeKyser]

This was pretty intense. I have a question that popped into my mind. I feel like you guys would know this. Has there ever been any writings or any other signs in any deep under water caves, that others were there long before what was thought to be the first?

[@DIVETALK]

I don't think so

[@bigdaddyjoosseee]

The whole ridiculous decompression I feel like probably keeps a lot of people from diving this deep especially cave diving. It would be cool and I'm sure some like the challenge but the extra risks plus from what you guys say like 12 hours plus of deco would negate a lot of the enjoyment you gain I'd have to imagine. not a diver but I know it would for me. Plus you could explore tons of Caves that aren't that deep and don't come with all the same things deep Caves do.

[@kevinhorne9643]

Great story! Loved the Q&A, you covered all my questions. Do you realize a trident submarine has a max depth of like 1300ft, these guys are pushing that envelope... Sheeeeezzz

[@picnicsinspace198]

Thank you guys for reacting to this. Also, thanks for getting Richard on :) so cool to see this. I'm not even a diver, I'm just mystified by it.

[@zelkuta]

I was hoping you guys would go over this, it's a super interesting cave! Caves like this get me wondering about using saturation diving techniques for further exploration. Edit: Amazing interview, I'm really keen to see more from the team exploring pearse resurgence. I think it's one of the most captivating caves currently being explored. Super awesome job guys!

[@kaptenkrok8123]

dive talk always do this anticlickbait videos. Its kinda funny

[@keithellison716]

First off id like to say that this was great, I loved hearing from a true hero like Dr Richard Harris and that himself and all those like him are deserving of the utmost respect. That being said as someone who has only ever known diving and cave diving from movies and tv, where its usually only focused on what goes wrong, I can say that it gives you the impression that the people that do it are adrenaline junkies and thrill seekers only interested in pushing limits and taking monumental risks just to see some rocks and mud, and it never really made sense to me why a sane person would put themselves purposefully in a situation that most people I feel would find absolutely terrifying just to see some wet rocks and mud. It wasnt until I started watching dive talk and seeing that the people that do this are professionals who hold safety in the utmost regard, and go out of their way to minimize any risks to themselves or others, and then I saw the video of crystal cave and fangorn forest, thats when it really sunk in for me why they do it, the chance to see something of other worldly beauty that maybe only a handful of people have ever seen in person if any is something that even I would have a hard time passing up despite any inherent dangers. I feel like we need more like woody and gus to show people that this isnt a group of idiots on a thrill ride, to introduce us to people like Dr Harris, and that there are dangers but they can be mitigated thru training and experience and the actual lengths divers go to in order to do it. Literally befor I saw this channel my mental picture of cave divers were younger almost stereo typical surfer types looking for a thrill. Where now I see that ,while there is most likely thrill seeking going on it, its done so more cautiously and is more than likely taking a back seat to the wonder of the experience.

[@betsybarnicle8016]

So, at 6:30 I'm wondering if it's useful for cave divers to have little clickers on them. The clicking could at least let your buddy know you're around and maybe in which direction. In open water we clack something on the tank, and there are even bungees made with a plastic clacker ball on them just for dive tanks.

[@DIVETALK]

Not really...we can always bang on the tank

[@betsybarnicle8016]

@@DIVETALK I wondered why they didn't do that when they lost track of each other.

[@bveb33]

Even though I've never dived I loved hearing these guys nerd out on the double rebreather and how it affects the dive computer. What a cool learning opportunity I never would have expected to have