LOST NAVY DIVER - DISTURBING INCIDENT

What started as a super simple and shallow dive by trained Canadian Navy divers ended in total tragedy. This is a true story.
Original Video: • Lost Diver Incident --...
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[@zm0rc]

As an ex-canadian navy and army member, I know they completely revamped the dive course and took extreme measures after this happened.

[@DIVETALK]

Wow thanks for telling us this. I’m glad they did.

[@anthorc3035]

What about the maintenance diesel team not even filling trucks up before a trip because they are lazy?? what about the room full of scuba gear not getting taken care of for the 6-7 months of the year we dont use them??? just tell the truth... we are completly oblivious.

[@anthorc3035]

it's not hard to tell the truth.... Our bosses have no balls... just tell the truth we in Canada. Not in a dictature where you cant talk and have to lie so we look more competent.. come on...

[@anthorc3035]

We even use old amo that stinks mold and shit.,.. like come on... dont picture us better than we actually are... we are a cheap skitt

[@anthorc3035]

Even our grenades are less powerfull than the big firework in walmart.. come on dude... be real to yourself and others... we suck

[@an1mefreak123]

Found you guys through your Mr Ballen video - love the commentary

[@DIVETALK]

We are really glad you did. Thank you.

[@JCod306]

I found you guys through the same video!! Awesome stuff gentlemen!! 🤙🏽

[@calebvasquez1109]

Me too mr ballin is the shiz but I’m glad I found you guys. I’m super claustrophobic and I’m glad I get your insight. Otherwise without commentary diving videos are otherwise boring

[@stephanienoblet8503]

Same found them today though Mr. Ballen

[@babesmagee1]

Same!

[@crazycdn8327]

I actually worked for a former Canadian Navy diver, he was a Captain when he left the service. He was not involved in this incident but told me about it. They were doing a practice run for a big wig display the following day of all their different dive systems (open circuit and rebreathers for stealthily approaching "enemy" ships). Apparently they were delayed due to other preparations on the land, laying out equipment for a static display, earlier in the day for the practice dive so they kinda rushed things, skipping some checklists. The military is super anal retentive about checklists, but when you rush, mistakes are made and checks are skipped and it lead to this young mans death. The guy I worked for was stationed on the west coast when the incident happened so he got the after action report and lessons learned memos to use to train his staff/divers.

[@DIVETALK]

Oh wow, that’s cool!

[@heather173]

I remember this EXTREMELY well, as my ex was in the FDU, (Fleet Diving Unit, Shearwater NS) a Clearance Diver and Stephane was a good friend of his. I thought he was also on that dive yet not mentioned (Tremblay). This incident was haunting. This is a re-enactment isn't it?

[@Vivie17]

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[@davidzakrzewicz707]

I used to dive and I used to fly light planes. The lesson this video emphasized for me is : Don’t gloss over your checklist and never miss a step. The function of the checklist is to fill in those gaps in human memory. Procedure is important. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure .

[@LK-bz9sk]

Amen. Attention to detail.

[@angelachouinard4581]

@ David Zakrzwicz I got my private pilot's license through a Navy flying club when I was a civilian employee. My instructors had lots of hours in military flying and demanded i always use the checklists. They did too, leading by example. Cutting corners sooner or later ends badly.

[@kurt9034]

I am stealing that phrase ✌😁

[@annabizaro-doo-dah]

>I used to fly light planes . Your flight training prepared you well for diving. Dad iL was very eccentric - a life full of the usual excesses of people who were young in the 50s & 60s. Ex RAF but was a top dressing pilot and one of very few who lived until retirement in NZ. The reason? Never, never, ever missed his checks. (Long career so rare they made a doc about him)

[@realburglazofficial2613]

I use “Fail to prepare? Prepare to fail”

[@jennacummins9058]

I'm not a diver, but I'm a chemist so it's weird hearing you guys talk about this down to the science and me understanding it in a different way. Love the channel, keep it up :)

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you!

[@socrates5493]

I was recently (artificially) narc'd and the drunk analogy is so accurate and also very inaccurate. The feeling is similar however when you're drinking you KNOW that's why you're buzzed. I knew about nitrogen narcosis through guys like you, general knowledge of blood gas behaviors through academia, and was literally told what would happen by the expert who accompanied us in the decom chamber. I knew what to expect and thought I'd think "oh so this is being narc'd" once it hit. But despite knowing all that beforehand I still didn't get it when it was happening. Only after that did I understand why experienced divers have been narc'd and not realised it's time to leave.

[@BS-dq1kz]

Wow! Thanks for sharing. I have wondered because I’ve read about or seen videos of divers who were narc’d continue on until their death instead of trying to get to the top. This explains why perfectly. A couple videos I’ve seen make a whole lot more sense now.

[@xxae-chaaxx3445]

@@BS-dq1kz it works differently on everyone. It's never the Dawn experience for anyone. Some people can't handle 20 feet. Some people can handle up to 500 to 700 feet without getting Narc'd

[@Asymmetrical-Saggin]

@@xxae-chaaxx3445 Wrong

[@janekmundt579]

@@xxae-chaaxx3445 I assume everyone gets narc’d and some people can control themselves in that state of mind to different levels. So they will still get Narced just that they are able to recognize it and stay alert anyway

[@SnailHatan]

@@xxae-chaaxx344510000% false. You have absolutely no idea what you’re talking about. Don’t give out false information that fuckin gets people killed, you dolt.

[@Freddedonna]

Damn I've been binging your videos for a couple of days, and now I see you've covered this case: Stephan was my second cousin's father. Sadly I never met him (this happened a couple of months after my cousin and I were born) but really nice to have divers' opinions on what happened.

[@DIVETALK]

Fred wow sorry to hear this but thanks so much for supporting us.

[@jewelbox21]

When Woody was bragging about Gus' explanation I had to smile. I have been a subscriber for a long time and while not a diver I have always loved the water(to the point my mom could never get me out of the bathtub let alone the pool!). I appreciate your professionalism and knowledge(We have all noticed the quality improving constantly..and I want Woody's fancy shirt!), but honestly guys I think most of the subscribers would watch you two talk about the technical aspects of watching paint dry! Your personalities are both so fun which really makes the videos for me, as well as your obvious expertise.

[@DIVETALK]

Great comment! Thank you for your support!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks. We are always trying to improve with these videos and frankly with our diving and diving knowledge. For example I just listened to Simon Mitchell’s explanation of what happened to David Shaw. So when I said “he was alone” in fact he was alone at that depth and the scientific explanation of what happened was fascinating and I want our follow up video to include Simon’s explanation.

[@hdors13]

The only show I've ever seriously binge watched was The Walking Dead, but I CANNOT STOP watching Dive Talk videos. It's bananas!

[@sofnaji]

Thanks for using the apostrophe correctly on Gus'. As a grammar nazi I appreciate this a lot.

[@Envoy_Intuition]

It's called 'Dive Talk' if you didn't talk about diving I wouldn't be here 😂

[@DIVETALK]

Good point.

I’m not a diver( not water at least lol) and thought you guys reviewed dive bars but stayed for the interesting commentary. 😆 thanks!

[@Bleepbloopblarp]

Exactly! Love the talk, you’re both so knowledgeable and always have something interesting and educational to add. You guys have got such a great rapport too, it’s just fun listening to you both chat about what you’re passionate about!

[@zed4225]

@@DIVETALK Hate it when peops speak the obvious don't you haha Peace🕊Collin4697 just my sense of humour😉

[@Robert_H_Diver]

I think y’all should stop the video MORE! Lol in all seriousness, I come here to listen to you guys and your perspective so I can learn and be a better diver. Keep it up guys 🤙🏼.

[@DIVETALK]

I appreciate that

[@Dabby_Lee]

Feelings mutual just getting into open water diving and love learning by from you guys on what to and not to do! Amazing channel keep up the great work 🙏🏻

[@manashnee7712]

Your outfits and back lighting are looking very professional.

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you, we appreciate the comment and support.

[@upstategrowmie8997]

I haven’t even been snorkeling yet I love these videos and I have no clue why lol

[@DIVETALK]

Is it due to the insane levels of good looks from the hosts?...nevermind, that's not it...

[@Whatisahandlehuh]

Likewise bro! I cant even swim 😂. These videos make me wanna learn - yet these videos also make me wanna say “nah I’m good!” Lol

[@hibbarddiane2]

@@DIVETALK insane level of knowledge......................

[@amyqotd5358]

@@Whatisahandlehuh definitely learn to swim!!! Even if you never go further than basic swim skills.

[@dianebays5484]

@@DIVETALK I believe you're correct! Woody is cute as a button, and Gus, wow. What can I say!

[@mslecureux2942]

I remember hearing an old master chief telling this story on the mess decks one night on my first deployment. He wasn’t in the navy at the time, but his first lcpo was there when this happened. He used the story to warn the junior sailors who were talking about wanting to be divers, a cautionary tale. It’s a sad story, but kinda cool that I found it here.

[@zed4225]

Thankyou for your service to your Country, respect

[@rustwitch.]

I'm not a diver but this is one of my favorite channels. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 💛

[@DIVETALK]

Wow, thank you!

[@jamierose7712]

you should try it. watching this channel made me want to go and try it. I did and i love it. so thanks for that guys

[@rustwitch.]

@@jamierose7712 I always thought absolutely not, because truthfully it really scares me, but these videos have given me pause. Maybe I could. I'd want to be trained by someone like Woody though!

[@Robert_H_Diver]

@@rustwitch. you definitely should. It’s such an amazing experience. Go somewhere reputable and do a “try scuba” course just to see if you’d like it, then go from there.

[@fkrioters1000]

"Squeaky wheel gets the grease" I watch the videos for YOUR commentary. Anyone who wants to watch the original without it being stopped should watch the original. To be honest, I don't really find the original videos to be that interesting without the commentary. If you just re-uploaded videos with minimal commentary or stopping, you might be subjected to more frequent and legitimate copyright claims, as well as questions around what you contribute to the video.

[@DIVETALK]

Agreed.

[@Robert_H_Diver]

Exactly! Thank you! I hate when people complain about them stopping the video.

[@amiranda5133]

Gus, thank you for always explains things to us non divers. From someone who is scared of the ocean.

[@DIVETALK]

My pleasure! Glad you are watching these even though you are scared of the ocean :)

[@charlost]

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[@charlost]

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[@D4veJap4n]

12:00 that part was super nice to see. People need to be this respectful to each other way more in life. Great video again both of you. Really glad I subbed.

[@DIVETALK]

Well said!

[@ikaikaxkeahi]

Exactly what I thought! Good to see a student using the knowledge bestowed unto them by their wonderful teacher AND even cooler to know that Woody (Gus’s former instructor) to be able to sit and listen to his former student give out all this knowledge! Both very intelligent and awesome Divers!

[@mistapitts]

They clearly threw the weights down in case he had regained consciousness in order to knock him back out.

[@DIVETALK]

Ha!

[@Phoenixhunter157]

Yes, they learned that maneuver in turkey lifeguard school.

[@sweetox_9690]

@@Phoenixhunter157 lol

[@joncrow3228]

Former US Army here, there’s an important bit at the beginning you didn’t notice/decide to comment on. They said an Admiral was coming and they were prepping for “the usual dog and pony show.” Basically, everyone in their unit is trying to make everything LOOK as good as possible for the Admiral. That means everyone was trying to make their job area look perfect, and DEFINITELY not paying as much attention as usual to a routine dive.

[@DIVETALK]

Roger that...thank you for your service Jon.

[@toscadonna]

Yes, that is so true. When I was stationed in Korea, we had a Division Change of Command the week before we went to FOAL EAGLE Division FTX, and I knew something was going to go very wrong. I could just feel it, because the soldiers weren’t mentally prepared to go to the field. And we lost one of our men at the end of the FTX when an M1 Abrams tank was passing by our soldier who was on the asphalt roller. The road gave way beneath the roller, and the roller toppled over on top of my soldier and smashed him to pieces in the ditch by the Imjin River. It was horrific. Eighteen years old and dead because of the dog and pony shows that literally nobody except the commanders care about. The whole FTX was a giant clusterfuck because almost nobody’s head was in it, and that’s what led to that dreadful mistake.

[@DIVETALK]

@@toscadonna so sorry to hear that. And thank you for your service.

[@divemasterdavid595]

That was my first thought too. There should be (imho) less stress on optics when the brass is there to observe and more emphasis on completing the operation. Thank you for your service brother!

[@ChattahoocheeRiverRat]

Former US Navy in my case, and have been a "dog and pony show" presenter. I can picture a specialized unit (like a dive unit) wanting to demonstrate their range of mission capabilities. This would naturally lead to demoing a wider than normal range of equipment on a single dive. Being an airborne unit, we did demo jumps, but thankfully only one type of equipment (static line). Another unit did HALO, which was outside our mission. It blows my mind, though, to have a standby diver without his weight belt on and having checked his tank pressure.

[@lukycharms9970]

I’m so confused. How come someone didn’t just immediately jump in and grab him? They knew he was there 10 seconds ago. Couldn’t someone have just jumped in and immediately have grabbed him??? It seems like they wait forever to send in the rescue guy

[@SirKenNorth]

A lot of things make no sense with this accident, sadly.

[@dorbie]

Everyone's asking the same questions buddy.

[@KathrynsWorldWildfireTracking]

When questions like this exist... becomes doubtful we're getting the complete story.

[@dan001427]

He could have been suffering from oxygen deficiency and not fully inflated his bcd, could possibly even have deflated his bcd in confusion and could have sank pretty quickly, even if you were in the water 10 seconds after you noticed the diver was not on the surface it could be difficult to catch him, we also don't know what the visibility was like. You will disappear in a split second in poor viz, Literally take your eye off your buddy for a moment, turn back and they are gone.

[@betsybarnicle8016]

It's 15 ft. If no one's geared to go back in, why didn't someone just jump in without gear?

[@jjsalas902]

I'm a 15 year old kid whose been around water his whole life. I've swam and snorkeled for over 3/4 of my life, but have never dove. These videos make me want to dive! You guys do a great job of explaining what's happening as well as what should happen and what could happen. Thanks for making these videos, congrats on 10k and keep up the amazing work!

[@DIVETALK]

Such an honor to have you watching. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@zed4225]

Love this, I love snorkelling myself. Scuba is a fin too far for me. I'll stay close to the surfaceI I think. Each time you go into the water, just before you get in, think of Gus n Woody, and triple check plse. Stay safe and live your dreams❣ PS AIm for your dive rescue certificate too. Could save a life and there would be no better feeling I reckon.

[@matthewbrennan9758]

Woody's chair looks so freaking comfy

[@DIVETALK]

Oh it is!

[@nicem8746]

IKR. We got a new couch 2 summers ago, grey leather, electric recline. I love it so much I named it Shawn..♥️💕

[@colinwiggins2500]

@@nicem8746 you cray cray

[@subblonde3101]

Woody be chillen.

[@JadedBelle]

@@nicem8746 😂😂😂

[@ChrisSprenger.]

This channel has helped me a lot. I’m no diver. Not to much into it either. But these two make such good content im addicted ! And have some weird sentimental grasp on these two. There good energy and vibes are getting me through some really bad health problems, so that must be why, thank you so much for the content. Edit- i also love people who make content for people to help them from danger. So for that I thank you two for your service ! Love from canada

[@_DiJiT]

I never dislike your pauses. As a non-diver I find every time you guys pause to be filled with critical safety-centered insight. Keep it up!

[@swishndflick7105]

Just gotta say as a non diver, I really appreciate all the explanations. It makes it so much more interesting to watch! Thanks for you’re time and effort making all these videos.

[@DIVETALK]

We appreciate this. It’s a balance of saying too much or too little because we want non divers to follow along as well.

[@paganhellfire3105]

Hey guys. I'm a big fan and love watching your videos. My dad use to be a diver, with thousands upon thousands of hours of diving. He did everything from diamond diving off the Skeleton Coast, diving shipwrecked for the museum, to rescue diving. So know that I have a lot of respect for you guys. Now with this video. If I may make a recommendation. When you guys do stop the video, which is necessary, I would recommend rewinding just a little bit before playing again. This may lead to less confusion. I had to rewatch parts of the video again, to make more sense of it. This is not a critique but an observation that may help with future videos.

[@mj6901]

Great suggestion!

[@ladyphoenixgrey3923]

My dad is a long-time diver and even worked for about a decade on the dive team for our PD. I could never get certified cause I don’t do well the instant my face and mouth get covered. I panic and I knew it was too risky to even consider doing it because I’m also terrified of open water of all kinds so those two things coupled together didn’t seem worth trying to fight against every time I went under. I knew I’d eventually lose and potentially cost lives other than my own. So I still worry every time I know my dad is going down. I appreciate you guys so much for going out of your way to encourage safety and caution at ALL times in every situation. You guys have a respect for the water and the deadly potential that exists around every turn and at every minute and that is, in my opinion, the first thing any diver must know and respect. I’ve been binging your videos. Thank you so much for the content! Stay safe! ❤️❤️❤️

[@debramcconnell7915]

I have already learned so much from both of you. Thanks. I am a recreational rescue diver of 23 years.

[@k954triniz]

Love these react video’s. Makes me more self aware of my diving and also of those who are diving with me.

[@DIVETALK]

Awesome

[@AmandanLeeloo]

The amount of glee I felt when I saw y'all post a new reaction video is irrational and slightly embarrassing since I'm not a diver...lol! Love y'all's content and congrats on the 10k subs!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks Amanda!

[@jimobyhunter9708]

Found you guys by Mr.Ballen video. However, since coming here I have found your content interesting and educational. I work as a respiratory therapist and understand all the science of breathing and it is great. Thanks for all the information and great commentary!

[@samaipata4756]

Woody, as a professionell Pilot for over 45 years I love how extremely observant you are truly and how serious the two of you go about diving! As a not yet diver, I love your highly educational show: Learn from the best best and never quit learning was my philosophy in flying and obviously it is the very same here. Learning from the best is what my butt saved a few times. I lost many good pilot friends over the years and I contribute my survival to the fact of using check lists, knowing the systems insight out plus 80% of a successful flight/dive is proper planning including options a/b & c and knowing the limitations of your plane/gear, but most of all properly judging your own limitations!

[@tylerploucha291]

Pause as often as you want...you both always add valuable, humorous and interesting facts!! If i didnt want the pausing I would watch the original video and not learn anything. Keep up the great content!

[@Musiknird]

Congrats to 10.000 subscribers guys! 🎉

[@milocule1]

Another enjoyable video, found you guys two days ago and can’t stop watching. Don’t apologize for stopping the videos, that’s the best part, getting your insights. Your passion for what you do really comes thru, I’m actually thinking of getting certified!

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you. We value this very much. :)

[@LittleMacscorner]

Great video, guys!! As I progress from earlier videos onto new ones they continue to get better better (In terms of the value you both add to the story) ! Great work!

[@DIVETALK]

That's the plan!

[@Dravianpn02]

By the time I go through all the videos you guys have uploaded, I will be a certified diver with how much information you guys give about diving lol

[@MookBaylock]

I don’t think Woody knew this was a reenactment lol

[@melissapowell1841]

He never does. 😆

[@WildcardASMR]

These guys got me interested in the logistics and thrill of diving. I don’t dive myself yet - mostly due to the fact I consider myself too young to commit to anything - but there is something marvellous about learning more about recreational, professional, and every other sort of diving and its implications and inherent dangers, alongside its many upsides. For that learning, I come here, to hear both of you guys’ commentaries. Both Woody and Gus are excellent in their fields and extremely insightful. You guys should never have to apologise for teaching us something here and there whenever you happen to pause the video. Keep it up guys… this stuff is phenomenal!

[@Lostworldexcavations]

This is one of the videos that influenced me to take my rescue course! Great video and display of knowledge!

[@evanferree3029]

Y’all two complement each other so well. I’ve never been addicted to two guys talk about something so much. And I don’t even dive! Not yet at least… Also woody is so freaking knowledgeable. I bet he is an amazing teacher. I still love you too Gus!

[@evanferree3029]

Just watched the rest of the video. Yea Gus is knowledgeable too

[@iamyourrealfatherkid]

a bunch of navy divers but they cant save their buddy in 15 feet water in front of them? unbelievably incompetent

[@kazzykaioken8873]

Id jump into 15 feet of water without a tank if my brother or someone was sinkong even if just to shake them awake or release weight from theor body ect cant beleive nobody was ready to immediately jump in and grab him

[@roscoewalker7631]

I swear this confuses me i swam in 20 ft pools picking up weights from the bottom

[@KenjiStarwolf]

please dont apologies for interrupting - you dont just react you explain stuff which needs focus to get a point across so i really enjoy that you pause and explain its a total different way of reacting :3 and i like it

[@lesarch]

I always love it when you guys stop the video to provide input and context for us non-divers here.

[@c.1916]

Very interesting though tragic video. When you mentioned being careful not to get complacent with safety checks, it reminded me of a story about the Japanese railroad system and how they have this method of carefully "pointing and calling out" every safety step and it reduces errors by like 80% or some crazy amount...safety first!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks for the input here.

[@tookitogo]

And it’s precisely why airline pilots are trained to do the same thing: calling out every step they do.

[@thomasanastasi8063]

Awe 11:50 when woody compliments Gus that was so pure haha

[@DIVETALK]

I love it because I'm an Advanced Recreational Trimix Instructor but Woody still acts surprised when I explain something related to how gases behave underwater...like "Wow, very good Gus, you are such a great student", I'm like "Woody, I'm a Tec diving instructor bro" :D He definitely knows more than me about that stuff of course, and he's a much better instructor! Gus

[@Doomsday499]

@@DIVETALK the best duo 😍

[@chody5840]

@@DIVETALK Being able to explain concepts like hypoxia/hypercapnia and the function of a rebreather in a way that's palatable to non-divers is usually more impressive than just understanding them. It shows that you've really mastered the concept instead of just memorizing the information.

[@dillonlupp3087]

hey you guys are great at what you do and i just wanted to let you know that even though a lot of us aren't divers and might not ever be, the way you present information is easily translatable to other skills/hobbies or whatever. I really love what you guys are doing and i'm really looking forward to what else you guys can bring to the table. Thanks again!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks for this encouragement.

[@evrettej]

Please don't apologize. Ignore those that don't like it when you stop the video. I absolutely love it. You explain things that otherwise no one would understand

[@stevie5076]

I’m still absolutely terrified of the idea of diving (though I have anxiety in genera so that figures), but listening to you guys talk about it is so awesome.

[@DIVETALK]

Awe Thanks Stevie

[@Robert_H_Diver]

Diving is actually very peaceful and relaxing lol. It may help with your anxiety.

[@janetruiz26]

I don’t know anything about rebreathers, but I am an icu nurse, it does look at this point like hypoxia, however increased CO2 will cause a change in mental status and will cause you to pass out we do intubate patients with high CO2 to protect airway.

[@jkhtravelrn]

I’m an icu nurse as well, amd was thinking the same thing. COPD (similar to emphysema) can cause problems if a pt is given too much oxygen.

[@RickySpanish168]

im glad that you guys acknowledge that you have viewers that have never dove before / arent even into diving and explain things that you say experienced divers would obviously already know. it forsure helps alot.

[@ashtheron4887]

Another great one, guys. Good to see your subscriber count steadily growing, you fellas deserve it. Great to see.

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks Ash!

[@bethanyhall867]

so glad I discovered ur channel! Makes me want to learn how to dive! Although I’m so clumsy if I did I’d probably end up being the subject of one of ur videos😂

[@DIVETALK]

Naaah...make it happen!

[@zed4225]

That made me laugh out loud, thats me too, a real cluts. I'd be the one kicking regulators out of mouths, finning you in the groin area😖 And, I'm your ultimate panic merchant when comes to water, and lack of air. I'll stick to the relatively harmless (unless meet shark, avoid dusk and dawn) snorkelling, and big air supply 😆

[@reardetachment2344]

I’m not a diver but man is this channel good🙌🏼

[@DIVETALK]

Glad you think so Sebastian!

[@mndyD9]

Love hearing the science behind diving! I’m not a diver but still find it so interesting. Love the way you both break down explanations and science for these videos! Thanks for another great reaction video! Also Woody, love that you guys stop the video to do explanations or to show pure reactions! 🤍👍🏼 Love it!

[@angelachouinard4581]

The more I watch and learn the more I want to add diving to my bucket list. As much as you cover things going wrong I can see from both of you that done right it's safe and an awesome experience.

[@captainblacklung4900]

Another awesome video! Dive Talk has become my favorite KZbin channel, period. PS: I keep hoping every time I pop by SeaVentures for something I'll run into you two. Y'all are celebrity status with me, and keep inspiring me to push farther. Keep up the amazing content!

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you! I'll be there on July 15th, teaching the Nitrox class...I don't teach as often as Woody so if you haven't taken the Nitrox class that would be a good time to make it happen! Gus.

[@kristenhoneywill2130]

Woody you're so sweet! So proud of Gus! It literally made my whole day 😂❤

[@helenfelton8804]

Hi there boys, another great reaction, full of insight and the lovely camaraderie shared by the two of you. Buddies in and out of the water! My husband listened tonight too as its bedtime in UK 🇬🇧. Another fan. Lots of love xx

[@DIVETALK]

Woohoo! Thanks Helen!

[@renatorodrigues7090]

Hi guys...i stumbled in one of your vídeos...since then i saw 20+ plus videos of you guys...it makes me very interested of learning and practicing diving...much love from Portugal 💪💪

[@IamAlexandriah]

I’m not a diver but I be Watchin all these videos! lol makes me wanna try something new!

[@debbie991]

I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia... just curious where this was. My uncle was a navy diver for years, I always found his stories amazing :)

[@Frost46475]

Your commentary has been incredibly valuable and insightful, so don't feel like you need to apologise for stopping.

[@DAVELAD101]

Big thankyou for explaining the diving technicality for us non divers. It actually helps ALOT with understanding what is happening in the video

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you for watching!

[@theplamaser]

Great work guys, woody needs to be doing quality control on the set of these re-enactments....hawkeye for the details

[@DIVETALK]

Absolutely

[@lordofentropy]

Indeed, those checklists exist for a reason, the most knowledgeable and experienced experts are still human. Watch some of the plane crash investigations - the number of incidents that would've been prevented had some 4000+ hour pilot not missed one simple thing because instead of using the list, they just did it in their head.

[@brendonadams9330]

Awesome, glad to hear you guys have decided to do a reenactment video!!!!

[@nickangelle9870]

Just started watching you guys but I love the content. These videos are very informative thank you guys ❤️

[@andydarling8951]

I’m hard of hearing, specifically with an audio processing disorder (hear the sounds but brain doesn’t recognize the pattern of sounds as specific words). Stopping the video makes it so I can actually hear you. When two different sounds happen at once I get confused. And also, you plus the viewers would miss what happens while you’re talking. It doesn’t make sense for anyone to not pause the video if the point is to comment on it, imo. Thank you for stopping the videos to speak

[@cathrynalpaugh3072]

@Andy Darling, I have an auditory processing disorder too. So many people think they just need to talk louder at me, and don't realize how hard it is for me to understand them when there are multiple conversations taking place around me. I agree, I really do appreciate when Woody and Gus stop a video to explain what's going on and give commentary.

[@andrewdavidson4595]

This is a very insightful comment

[@toscadonna]

I can’t believe they skipped so many checks. I was a Jumpmaster in the Army, and I’d never skip an inspection, skimp on an inspection, or fail to keep checking the gear of my soldiers and myself. I was terrified someone would die if I screwed up, and I didn’t want to also get in trouble with the Army for not doing the right thing. They could really bust you down for this sort of thing. You could lose your rank and even your freedom if found negligent.

[@DIVETALK]

Yes and shows just how vital our pre dive checks are.

[@KahlessTheUnforgettable]

Hey, you were “Air Assault Qualified” as you mention in your other comments; can’t believe you left it out this time! 🙄

[@lisamatonis4579]

I have no intention of ever going diving, even snorkeling freaks me out and makes me hyperventilate, but I’m fascinated by these videos! So interesting and informative!

[@DrMurasaki]

Just found this channel; love the videos! As an anesthesiologist (and diver, open-water certified), I had to give a little extra physiology lesson on drive to breathe. You guys are absolutely right that CO2 buildup (and change in blood pH from that) is the usual drive to breathe. However, there is something called hypoxic drive as well. We have peripheral chemoreceptors that respond to low PaO2 (has to be very low, around 60mmHg before this happens, hence why it isn’t a factor in usual breathing). So, in cases where someone can ventilate (eliminate CO2) but not oxygenate (like a low FiO2 situation), they can develop this hypoxic drive to breathe and get into respiratory distress (not to mention the other physiologic effects of hypoxemia, leading to tissue hypoxia).

[@parkergedwards]

Commenting before I even watch this video because I’ve been binging all of the other ones and this content is amazing. Starting my scuba certification next week and I’m excited to join the diving community!

[@DIVETALK]

Whaaaaaa Congrats!

[@seanellis4878]

Right in front of you man! Just finished my class work and starting my confined dives on July 14th! Super excited to join this community with you!

[@DIVETALK]

@@seanellis4878 way to get after it!

[@Ceocyn]

I'm only 8 minutes in, but I'm dying to know when, and if, they realize they're reacting to a reenactment video from the story the survivor is recounting... Not that listening to you react to the reenactment isn't packed with amazing information!

[@AnthonyRGarcia]

Came here looking to see if anyone else noticed this too. The first major clue this is the case is when in the video he's holding on to the boat before disappearing, but doesn't mean that is actually what happened, but the commentary made it to be that was a fact and a 'major' part of their analysis.

[@neutaq5553]

They seem to do that a lot...

[@ryanbrumund9605]

Me too… I am so confused haha. Does nobody realize this is a reenactment?

[@thepartysjustbegun5557]

What are you even talking about? The guy died after spending 24 hrs under water 😐

[@Germinalx]

@@thepartysjustbegun5557 They are talking about a re enactment like it is live video. Not relevant to it’s content.

[@donovansimon2636]

I would like to point out that even though some people do not like it when you guys stop the videos like this. I really appreciate it. You provide links to the videos if we want to watch it without your narrative. However, that is exclusively why I watch your channel and you have never paused the video and given information that has made me think, "Well, geez. What was the point of that?" I am not even a diver myself, so keep it up and don't let the haters bring you down! Keep informing, keep doing the good work you do best! I love all your videos and I have yet to see a single upload where you guys disappoint me, they are all so great! The only time I get upset is when I hear about some of these terrible / sad endings to stories that involve the death of our fellow adventurers. However, although it is so unfortunate and sad, I appreciate the fact you bring this stuff up to people. It's because of these stories, your added narrative, and these discsussions you have together that keep people safe and it just might help to save the life of another diver one day if it hasn't already. I wouldn't be surprised if it has! So, you press that pause button whenever you feel it is necessary and people like myself will listen happily!

[@filistraight]

I love just hearing y’all’s voices give insights that I don’t even realize until you point it out

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks Ben. This type of encouragement keeps us wanting to do more.

[@mcfly6174]

“Water shapes its course according to the nature of the ground over which it flows; the soldier works out his victory in relation to the foe whom he is facing.” - Sun Tzu Unfortunate we would never know who/what this “foe” was from this incident. But “fatigue” is unspeakable when you are in the military. No military will ever admit that fatigue is the cause of death in training. This indeed is a formidable “foe”, deep-rooted in military mindset forever. I recall blacking out once while on a battalion exercise. And many of my company mates did as well. Those who did not, told us that even they themselves were just too tired to think, or eat. And this was ON LAND!

[@sheila1115]

i'm not a diver and i wondered about both throwing in the weight belt and how the safety diver was 'out of #v(%!^@ air'.

[@timmyy420]

Don't worry about stopping the videos to commentate, that's the whole reason I'm here. You guys have a real knack for breaking these situations down in a way us non divers can understand, even the really technical parts of diving.

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks Tim!

[@lizbmusic11]

I love your channel! Not sure how you guys popped up but I'm hooked. I'm not a diver but through your insights I'm learning heaps. It's crazy that someone didn't jump in immediately. This man didn't have to die. Keep up your wonderful videos. Would love to see you dive in New Zealand some time. We have some incredible caves.

[@jlkulbacki]

Couldn't everyone jump in and freedive 15 lf to find him?

[@katamine11]

Yeah I’m not getting this at all. How does anyone drown at 15 feet with a group of divers aware and looking for them, let alone navy seals? It doesn’t make any sense. It’s 15 feet. That’s only 3 feet more than the deep end of most swimming pools.

[@graemeblack1003]

They literally link the original video 😂 I come here SPECIFICALLY for the commentary you could literally be talking about rocks underwater idk

[@DIVETALK]

That's the attitude!

[@bx2barlow11]

keep up the good work you guys!! I love where this is going and am excited for more!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks so much!

[@arondahlberg5086]

I come here to listen to you guys! So do not worry about pausing the video. I'm here for your commentary about the video and not the video itself, it's your take on it that's important! Keep it up, I love your channel!

[@DIVETALK]

You're the best!

[@wickwireiop5931]

the only reason i can come up with where the weight belt would be thrown in the water is to mark the bottom, other then that i don't know. My ultimate question is why didn't a couple guys jump into the water right away (even without the dive gear) grab the dude and swim him back up?, seems like alot of civilian type disorientation.

[@DIVETALK]

Well, on the video it seems like they helped the other two divers get on the Zodiac while the other diver was sinking to the bottom, so by the time they realized he was gone maybe a minute or two had gone by, the guy is also wearing all black and not easy to spot, so they could've jumped in and start freediving hoping for the best but I don't think it was a situation where they can see the guy but decided not to jump in anyway.

[@SgtToastieYT]

@@DIVETALK Not to mention just free diving in trying to help a diver would be against most rescue diver principles. The best a free diver could hope for is quickly finding a functional inflator to bring the distressed diver back to the surface. I'm not sure I'd risk that unless I was positive the distressed diver wasn't a panic risk and I could visually see them before jumping in. If I had a safety/rescue diver suited up ready to go, I'm sending them in and either calling emergency services or aiding the rescue from the boat as someone else calls it in.

[@hellfire_.]

Haven’t watched the video yet, but i’m sure it’s great😁

[@ladyyuna2000]

Thank you guys for explaining it to us and my prayers and thoughts go out to all the divers and their loved ones and stay safe while you're diving in the water.

[@andrewbriggs7041]

Another non diver here....yet! Thanks for sharing all your experience guys, I'll be looking into certification classes in my area soon and am excited to begin the journey!

[@jean-marcpaganowl8268]

Different gear because it was training for a Dog and Pony show for the asmiral. Contact National Defense.

[@DIVETALK]

Got it

[@schlooonginator1227]

It's pretty obvious the video was a recreation of the events. Frankly, I would put little faith in how accurate the events were portrayed such as rope grabs and what was thrown except that which the host mentions.

[@jamescollier9196]

I was thinking the same thing. Most of this video is pointless.

[@PS-re4tr]

Stop apologizing for stopping the video please, I love hearing your guys' insight and commentary. If I wanted to just watch the video I would look it up. Feel free to stop when you want, and keep up the great content!

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks!!!! We are back to stopping and commenting no matter the good or bad feedback. You are right. It’s what got us here.

[@felixthecleaner8843]

Awesome channel... nice listening to experts who understand what they are talking about! Subbed.

[@BuMPiHD]

It’ll be funny in the future when you guys have blown up seeing this vid have like 1M views in a year. Enjoy this 20 minute length aswell👌

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you!

[@anto427]

7:18 how can we be shure that video reconstruction is "third guy hand on the rope" accurate?

[@vir042]

They can't, but they can only theorise about what they actually see.. Based on what they saw in the video thats what they think. If the reconstruction is wrong.. well then there might be other reasons. Still a valuable lesson.

[@DIVETALK]

What @vir46 said :)

[@anto427]

@@DIVETALK YOu could focus on what we know and not in what a cinematic reconstruction tell cause is responding to production and show necessity. What Vir said was pretty clear also before

[@Catpiss1999]

I’m in love with the quality of you guys videos. Motivates me to buy better camera equipment❤️ thank you for the helpful knowledge in this video.

[@DIVETALK]

Yay! Thank you!

[@mothbelly333]

You two are so humble and insightful. Great content.

[@DIVETALK]

Thank you.

[@srmj71]

Hot off the press! Just the way I like'em. Just so you fellas know, '88 wasn't that long ago... Just say'n :-)

[@DIVETALK]

Of course!..it was 12 years ago

[@srmj71]

@@DIVETALK I really like your math!

[@bgee461]

History repeats. The lessons never stop being relevant.

[@karlhungus5436]

Just being constructive, its hard to focus on the video and your voices at the same time. I'd like if you both could stop the video immediately, so you'd never be talking over the video.

[@tigriffin7596]

Congrats on 10k guys! Love your channel! Dont worry about the trolls complaining you stop the videos to much. Haters gonna hate. We come to hear your reactions, and try to learn not to make those same mistakes! Keep being awesome fellas, much love.

[@DIVETALK]

Thanks Ti!

[@scotthall5634]

loved the video and am looking forward to the two videos that you mentioned at the end!

[@DIVETALK]

Coming soon!