Ocean Sisters in United Arab Emirates

Get ready to dive into the world of underwater exploration with our next guest, the one and only Gordon Smith! Gordon isn't just an ocean and scuba diving addict; he's also been an incredible diving friend and buddy to many of us over the years. From our first dive together to countless underwater adventures, Gordon has always brought his infectious enthusiasm and love for the ocean to every dive. His passion for diving is truly unmatched, and his dedication to capturing the beauty of the underwater world through his photography is awe-inspiring. Join us as we delve into Gordon's journey as a technical diver, his experiences in commercial diving, and his deep connection to the diving community in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. We'll also hear about his recent award-winning photograph that has left us all in awe. But most importantly, we'll celebrate the friendship and camaraderie that has been forged underwater. We'll reminisce about the memories, the laughs, and the moments of awe and wonder that only fellow divers can truly understand. So grab your fins, strap on your mask, and get ready for a dive into the world of Gordon Smith. It's going to be an episode filled with laughter, adventure, and a shared love for the ocean. Stay tuned for the release of this exciting episode, and don't forget to tag your diving buddies and fellow ocean enthusiasts to let them know what's coming! #Podcast #OceanSistersPodcast #DiveWithFriends #UnderwaterExploration #ScubaDiving #OceanEnthusiast #DiveBuddy #OceanAdventures #UnderwaterPhotography #TechnicalDiver #DivingCommunity #Friendship #OceanLove #GetReadyToDive

Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the world of marine ecosystems with Dr. Elise Marquis, Director of Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Abu Dhabi. Discover the fascinating insights she shares about the inner workings of marine ecosystems, their response to external factors, and the importance of resilience. Gain a deeper understanding of the Arabian Gulf and the wider Middle East region as we explore Dr. Marquis' extensive research experience. Get ready to be inspired to protect and preserve our oceans as we unveil the secrets of marine resilience.

MENA Oceans 2023 Summit June 8-9, 2023 REGISTER FOR FREE In this episode of the Ocean Sisters Podcast, join your co-hosts Chloe Griffin and Elaine Frogett as they delve into the world of sustainability with their special guest, Tatiana Antonelli Abella. Tatiana is the Founder and Managing Director of Goumbook, a pioneering Social Enterprise dedicated to promoting sustainability and green living in the UAE. Tatiana's extensive experience and unwavering commitment to environmental causes have positioned her as one of the UAE's leading voices in sustainability. Together, they explore the upcoming MENA Oceans 2023 Summit, a landmark event hosted by Goumbook. This two-day educational event brings together global leaders, policymakers, think tanks, the private sector, and ocean enthusiasts to address pressing ocean conservation issues. During the episode, Chloe, Elaine, and Tatiana discuss the significance of the MENA Oceans 2023 Summit and how it serves as a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders. They dive into the event's focus on sustainable practices, ocean conservation, and the latest initiatives aimed at preserving our precious marine ecosystems. Join the Ocean Sisters and Tatiana Antonelli Abella on this exciting episode as they navigate the depths of ocean conservation and shed light on the upcoming MENA Oceans 2023 Summit. Together, let's create a sustainable future for our oceans and beyond.

In this episode, join the Ocean Sisters as they share their recent adventure in the Red Sea. Listen as they recount their experiences diving in the crystal-clear waters and exploring the vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. From encountering majestic marine life to discovering hidden shipwrecks, this episode is packed with exciting stories and insider tips for anyone interested in exploring the underwater world. So grab your scuba gear and get ready to dive into the deep blue with the Ocean Sisters!

Join us in this week's episode as we explore the thrilling world of freediving with Natalia Zharkova, a world-renowned freediving ambassador and record-breaking athlete. With her extensive experience and expertise in the sport, we'll learn about the challenges and triumphs of diving deep into the ocean, breaking world records, and inspiring others to push beyond their limits. Tune in to discover her journey, training techniques, and what it takes to become a successful freediver. Don't forget to follow her on Instagram @zharkova_freediver to keep up with her latest adventures. Plus, stay tuned for next week's episode featuring Kris Mears, a videographer, publisher, and experienced diver, as he shares his insights into the underwater world.

Welcome to our podcast series featuring Juan Diego Urriago Suarez, a Senior Marine Biologist Researcher with a vast experience in marine conservation, coral restoration, and artificial reefs projects. Juan Diego established the first centralized marine research department in the Emirate of Fujairah and instituted the first official guidelines for coral restoration and artificial reefs projects in Fujairah Waters. He has also developed conservation strategies to advise policymakers on sustainable ways to deal with the environment, including cetaceans, turtles, coral reefs, MPAs, and the only endemic vertebrate in the UAE. With the largest field coral nursery and over 120,000 coral fragments farmed in the coastal waters of Abu Dhabi, UAE, Juan Diego has been an instrumental figure in coral conservation efforts. He has also designed, constructed, and installed artificial reefs to provide habitat structure for fish stock enhancement and to enhance marine life for underwater landscape display in man-made underwater/floating villas and resorts (7 stars) in Dubai. His work on MPAs biological criteria and spatial distribution modeling of deep-sea corals has contributed to establishing the first deep-sea corals National Park in the Caribbean, and with over 900 scientific dives worldwide as a divemaster, Juan Diego has a wealth of experience to share with us.

Welcome to season 3 of our Ocean Sisters podcast with your co-hosts Chloe Griffin and Elaine Froggett! In this exciting new release, we take a deep dive into the past 10 weeks and discuss some of the highlights and challenges of our diving adventures. We've had a longer break than we would have liked as unfortunately Elaine had a boat injury and she explains what happened and how it's important to have the right insurance when engaging in high-risk activities like scuba diving. I also give an account of the adventures I've been up to, including visiting Victoria Star Wreck and discuss the background histry and the unique diving opportunities it presents. Additionally, I've been organising dive clean ups events and promoting PADI AWARE Coral Conservation and using watercolour painting classes to spread awareness and mindfulness towards protecting the ocean. This season is sure to be an exciting journey through the world of scuba diving, with plenty of adventure, education, and inspiration along the way. So, join us as we explore the depths and uncover the wonders of the underwater world! If you're interested in DAN Insurance coverage, please visit here.

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Welcome back to Ocean Sisters in the United Arab Emirates, where we talk about all things scuba diving and our appreciation for the ocean. In this episode, we welcome Rebekka Pentti an environmental consultant and ocean conservationist in the UAE.

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In this episode, we speak about how to choose your dive buddy - we give advice on what to look out for and who to stay clear of! Thank you for listening. Be sure to subscribe to Ocean Sisters and leave us a review. Our podcast is available across all major platforms. Want to come on a dive trip with us? Join our WhatsApp community or check-out our dive trip schedule here. 

In this episode we talk about freediving, nomad lifestyle, the difference between scuba and freediving && more! Enjoy! :)

Welcome back to Ocean Sisters in the United Arab Emirates, where we talk about all things scuba diving and our appreciation for the ocean. This is our 2nd season and we want to thank everyone for the amazing feedback we've had so far. This season, we've got some great interviews lined up - so keep an eye out we'll be releasing them every Tuesday! Next week, we've got a mutual friend called Esther who will be sharing her diving journey over the last few years. We also hear about her travels to Mexico and how she has fallen in love with freediving. If you'd like to hear about specific topics or have a suggestion for a guest speaker, please follow us on Instagram Ocean Sisters UAE and send us a DM. That’s all for this episode, see you next time!

On today's episode we speak to Rajni, a volunteer at Dubai Voluntary Diving Team. The team is led by Abdulla Muden Alblooshi, a scuba diving instructor, aeronautical mechanical engineer and a local fisherman.  He witnessed first-hand how ghost nets were harming the ocean and has now taken action.

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In this episode, we've got two special guests - Kathleen Russell, Course Director and Owner of Al Mahara Dive Center and PADI EMEA's Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist - Emma Daffurn. We learn about the PADI pillars and how we can all help make a difference for our oceans.

On this episode Elaine and I discuss boat etiquette. We'll be talking about what divers should know about making boat diving fun and safe! **If you'd like to hear about specific topics or have a suggestion for a guest speaker, please follow us on Instagram Ocean Sisters UAE and send us a DM. **Be sure to subscribe to Ocean Sisters and leave us a review. Our podcast is available across all major platforms. P.S. In our next episode, we'll be talking to Ahmed, a PADI Instructor working on a liveaboard in Egypt. He'll be discussing his role and his passion for ocean conservation.

We are honored to welcome Johanna Ruxton MBE as our guest speaker. After graduating from London University studying marine science, Jo started the first marine programme for WWF in Hong Kong, where she raised her family, and was a key advocate for the establishment of the first marine parks there. After returning to live in the UK she started working for the BBC's Blue Planet. Disappointed with the lack of conservation messages in BBC films, she left in 2008 to work independently to produce the multi-award-winning documentary, A Plastic Ocean and founded the charity, Ocean Generation. Jo was awarded an MBE in the 2022 New Year's Honours for Services to Marine Conservation. A huge thank you to Kathleen Russell for introducing us to Jo <3 

We are thrilled to be interviewing Kathleen Russell, PADI Course Director & Owner of Al Mahara Dive Center and Ahmed Inah owner of Pelagic Divers in Fuvahmulah. We hear about what you can expect to see diving, the fishing village history and the tiger sharks that are there all year round. We hope you enjoy! **Check out - Pelagic Divers Fuvahmulah Dive with locals Small dive groups, big pelagic fish Fuvahmulah Biosphere Reserve Support local businesses www.pelagicdiversfuvahmulah.com

A brand new series for ocean lovers - Chloe & Elaine is here to tell you more.... New episodes from Friday - stay subscribed to this feed to get it as soon as it drops!