The Dive Table

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Suffering through a dry spell without scuba diving? Grab your favorite drink and take your seat at The Dive Table every week with Jay and his guest co-hosts as they share their stories and adventures of their continuing love affair with scuba diving. You’ll laugh at their stories of minor misfortune. Empathize with their successes and regrets, but ultimately you’ll recognize their journey as your own; where life intersects with Scuba Diving. We know you’d rather be scuba diving, but while you’re out of the water, The Dive Table Podcast is the next best thing.

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Surface Interval #3 - A Day In The Life with Jay & Sarah in San Diego, CA.

Apr 30 2024 11 mins  
In today's short Surface Interval episode, Jay and Sarah share a few minutes of their day as they enjoyed a shore dive at La Jolla Shores in San Diego, CA.Recorded after their meet and greet at La Jolla Shores, they were able to enjoy a shallow dive together off the coast and experience what that location has to offer. According to Sarah, it has improved greatly from her last visit

Diving From Your Vehicle - Prepping Your Car or Truck to be Your Mobile Scuba Platform | S3E08

Apr 23 2024 68 mins  
In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss the topic of diving from vehicles. Sarah shares a funny story about her van breaking down on the freeway and the importance of being prepared for breakdowns. They discuss the essential items to have in your vehicle, such as jumper cables, fix-a-flat, fire extinguisher, tow cables, and water. Jay and Sarah operate different vehicles and th

Being Physically Ready To Dive - Diver Health and Nutrition | S3E07

Apr 16 2024 51 mins  
In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss the importance of nutrition and hydration in diving. They share their personal experiences of not properly fueling their bodies before dives and the negative effects it had on their performance and well-being. They emphasize the need for a well-rounded diet with complex proteins, fats, and carbs, and the importance of staying away from process

An Off the Cuff Discussion About Cave Diving | S3E06

Apr 09 2024 58 mins  
In this conversation, Jay and Sarah discuss their experiences about cave diving. They discuss their different preferences and experiences. Sarah shares her motivation for revisiting cave diving and her desire to understand and explore it more. She also discusses the challenges and stress she faced during her recent cave dives and the importance of self-awareness and setting oneself

Diving With "New To You" Divers | S3E5

Apr 02 2024 50 mins  
The conversation revolves around the topic of diving with new people and the challenges and considerations that come with it. Both Jay and Sarah share their experiences and perspectives on the matter. They discuss the importance of building a team and finding compatible dive buddies. They also talk about the need to keep dives simple and gear minimal when diving with new people. Co

Tips On How To Prepare For A New Dive Season | S3E04

Mar 26 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss getting back into diving after a surface interval. They cover topics such as preparing and servicing gear, buying gear and prioritizing purchases, time vs. number of dives for gear servicing, buying secondhand gear, and preparing yourself as a diver. This conversation discusses the importance of refreshing diving skills and the timing of skill

Meet the hosts of The Dive Table at La Jolla Shores in San Diego, CA on April 7, 2024

Mar 22 2024
Meet Jay and Sarah, the hosts of The Dive Table on April 7th, at La Jolla Shores in San Diego! Bring your gear and go diving with your favorite scuba podcast hosts.

Sarah's Introduction to Scuba Diving

Mar 19 2024 9 mins  
Sarah grew up in California with a legitimate fear of sharks, but still found the ocean "pretty cool." A snorkeling swim in Hawaii started her interest but she wasn't hooked until a trip to Kotak, Thailand.

Is Technical Diving for You? | S3E03

Mar 12 2024 77 mins  
In this episode, Jay and Sarah discuss their journeys into tech and cave diving. They share their experiences and the challenges they faced along the way. They also discuss the different mindsets and motivations behind tech diving, including the appeal of exploring unique environments and the importance of humility in the diving community. They emphasize the need for continuous lea

The Dive Table Presents: A Surface Interval Conversation with Sarah Miller and PADI Instructor, Camila Quinones

Mar 05 2024 48 mins  
Sarah sits down with long time friend and PADI Instructor (currently not teaching), Camila Quiñones to talk about their scuba diving experiences together in Mexico.