Click Bait | Deep Water Ep5

Lydia Gard investigates a controversial video posted by freedivers Vitomir Maricic and Petar Klover, which depicts Petar suffering a deep blackout and lung squeeze, sparking debate about the glorification of dangerous practices in the sport. Sam Xenopho, a Greek pool and depth diver, expresses her concern that the video, titled "Accidents happen," normalizes serious injuries and promotes a dangerous approach to freediving. Lydia explores the motivations behind the video, the reactions within the freediving community, and the broader issues of safety, doping, and the influence of social media. She interviews safety divers, medical experts like Dr. Fernando Bezos Silva, and anti-doping officer Nenad Dikic, uncovering conflicting opinions and a lack of research into the long-term consequences of lung squeeze and the use of substances like benzodiazepines. The investigation reveals a split within the freediving community between those who prioritize safety and those who push limits, highlighting the challenges of regulating the sport and protecting athletes.