What makes diving videos go viral? In The DANcast's Season 2 premiere, Kenny Dyal shares his “secret sauce”: positivity and creativity that resonates with divers and nondivers alike. 🎙️ The episode explores Kenny’s approach to making diving fun and accessible — with the goal of bringing new divers into the underwater world. Hear stories and insights from his career as a dive pro, shop owner, and now full-time content creator. Watch Season 2, Episode 1 of The DANcast on YouTube (link in bio), Sp

Divers Alert Network and the Office of Naval Research (ONR) have partnered to inspire the next generation of scientists and make tomorrow’s divers safer than ever. From decompression research and underwater physiology to equipment engineering and hyperbaric medicine, this initiative empowers young minds to help shape the future of diving. Together, we’re working toward a brighter future for diving. Learn more at: DAN.org/Research-Reports/Get-Involved/Careers-in-Dive-Research. #DiversAlertNetwork

This is what happens when you use proper technique to fully open an airway. A simple head tilt or chin lift can make a HUGE difference. If you’re giving rescue breaths or administering emergency oxygen, the airway must be opened properly for air and oxygen to reach the lungs. If the airway is compromised in any way, your attempts to deliver air and oxygen will be futile. To learn how to properly maintain an airway and administer life-saving first aid treatment, take the DAN CPR/BLS course. Find

Dr. Simon Mitchell, a renowned anesthesiologist, technical diver, and diving medicine researcher, shares his journey from a seaside childhood in New Zealand to leading academic and clinical roles in hyperbaric and diving medicine. In conversation with Dr. Matias Nochetto, vice president of medical services at DAN, Dr. Mitchell discusses his career path, recent decompression research, and the role of technical diving in advancing diving capabilities. Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtu