Deep Water | Tortoise Investigates Fair Play | Deep Water Ep2
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Nov 18, 2025 Lydia dives deep into the world of freediving in Kalamata, Greece, while investigating doping allegations. She uncovers rumors about record-breaking performances and examines the use of benzodiazepines in the sport. The podcast reveals the risks of using sedatives underwater and raises concerns about safety as the sport grows. Divers express fears about the normalization of experimental substances and the tensions brewing in their closely-knit community. The atmosphere thickens with the promise of a dramatic confrontation in the future.
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The Addictive Push For Depth
- David Mellor described how freediving becomes addictive as you chase ever-greater depths and numbers.
- He recounted progressing from 50m to 100m and always wanting the next increment.
Croatians' Unusual Training And Image
- Lydia Gard recounts meeting Petar Klova and Vitamir Maricic and noticing their different, very masculine training style.
- She observed social media performances and unusual behaviour that made her uneasy about their rapid rise.
Alcohol After Dives Raised Suspicions
- Gary McGrath described seeing Vitamir and Petar drinking neat whiskey on boats right after dives.
- He and others later linked post-dive drinking to possible attempts to purge or mask substances before testing.