Interview with Paul de Gelder

Press Conference 2024
"Interview with Paul de Gelder"
Join Geek Therapy's People of Con for a compelling conversation with Paul de Gelder, former Australian Navy diver turned shark conservationist. In this interview, Paul shares his incredible journey from surviving a shark attack to becoming a passionate advocate for these misunderstood predators.
Paul discusses his new Shark Week episode, "Sydney Harbor Shark Invasion," revisiting the site of his attack and facing his fears. He highlights the importance of shark conservation and his mission to educate the public about sharks' critical role in our ecosystems.
Paul also shares personal insights on how he adapts to life with prosthetic limbs, offering advice on finding the right tools and maintaining a positive outlook. His story concerns resilience, transformation, and dedication to protecting the ocean's most vital inhabitants.
Paul also shares two companies that provide affordable prosthetic limbs:
-Open Bionics: openbionics.com/
-Unlimited Tomorrow: www.unlimitedt...
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Timestamps:
00:15 - Paul's background and shark attack experience
02:01 - Transition to shark conservation
03:58 - Shark Week episode highlights and challenges
05:10 - Revisiting the site of the shark attack
06:24 - Paul's mental health strategies and adaptations
07:55 - Insights on prosthetic technology and accessibility
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[@BoontarikaSripom]

Love how he's being humorous with his experience, while advocating for people to do the work for catalyzing change.