"Take charge of you. You are 100% in charge. Don’t stop learning. Don’t stop looking. Don’t stop exploring."
— Dr. Joseph Dituri

🎙️ Meet Dr. Joseph Dituri — Navy Diver. Hyperbaric Pioneer. Brain Rebuilder.

What happens when a Navy diver and hyperbaric researcher locks himself underwater for 100 days to heal his brain?

Dr. Joseph Dituri—better known as Dr. Deep Sea—is a retired U.S. Navy Commander, hyperbaric researcher, and biomedical pioneer who quite literally dove headfirst into scientific exploration by living 100 days underwater to study its effects on the human body and brain. With over 28 years of military service and a relentless drive to heal veterans suffering from brain injuries and PTSD, Dr. Dituri is on a mission to merge deep-sea science, hyperbaric medicine, and space exploration. From battling brain trauma to preparing humans for Mars, his work isn't just about surviving extreme environments—it's about unlocking human potential in the most extraordinary ways.

You can find the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/drjosephdituri219/

Dr. Joseph Dituri—aka Dr. Deep Sea—did just that, not only to test the limits of human physiology but to revolutionize how we approach mental health, traumatic brain injury, and optimal performance. The results? Life-changing. And he’s just getting started.

Commander Joseph Dituri enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1985. He served continuously on active service upon various ships and shore stations where he was involved in every aspect of diving and special operations work from saturation diving and deep submergence to submersible design and clearance diving.

Now that he is retired from 28 years of active service to the United States, he is the president of the International Board of Undersea Medicine. He also volunteers his time as the CEO of the Association for Marine Exploration. He is an invited speaker on medical, motivational, sea and space related topics.

Joseph earned a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of South Carolinaas well as a masters degree in Astronautical Engineering from Naval Post Graduate School inCalifornia. Additionally, he is a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business and earned a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from theUniversity of South Florida.

Joseph is the author of numerous diver-training manuals, a co-author of the book “Tao of Survival Underwater”, a contributing author to the Navy Diving Manual, and has been published in several journals including those produced by the American Society of Naval Engineers and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. He is a class "D" Licensed Sky Diver, a one atmosphere suit Pilot and a Level three certified Systems Engineer and Level three Program Manager for the Department of Defense.

Commander Dituri has 11 personal awards / (medals) earned from his time in the U.S. Navy, enjoys writing books, skydiving and has a long-term goal of being a civilian Astronaut.

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"Every time I’ve gone through something difficult, it’s cracked me open—and from that space, something new could grow."
— Carly Wopat

What happens when everything you thought defined you—athlete, twin, high achiever—is suddenly gone?

For Carly Wopat, the answer wasn’t to break. It was to rebuild.

After the devastating loss of her twin sister, Carly didn’t just survive—she started a relentless journey of transformation. From volleyball stardom to the deep introspection of breathwork, from raw grief to the mental and physical grind of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and firefighting, Carly has reinvented herself time and time again. Every challenge became a doorway to another version of who she could be.

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Carly Wopat is no stranger to pressure. A former U.S. National Team volleyball player and 3-time First-Team All-American at Stanford, Carly excelled at the highest level of sport while earning a degree in Human Biology. But it was personal tragedy—not podiums—that would shape the most important chapter of her life.

In the years since, Carly has become a hybrid athlete and a force of nature. From boxing and BJJ to trail running and earning the Top Recruit Award in fire academy, she’s proof that strength isn't just built in the gym—it's built in the moments you choose to keep going. Whether she’s coaching, competing, or serving her community as a firefighter, Carly brings a rare blend of heart, grit, and wisdom to everything she does.

In this episode, Carly shares her powerful story—of loss, resilience, reinvention, and what it means to live a life of real impact. If you’re navigating change, chasing purpose, or trying to find your way through pain, this one’s for you.

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#217 – Erika Ettin: Fix Your Dating Profile, Stop Overthinking & Master Online Dating

"If you’re struggling with dating, the problem isn’t the apps, the city, or your age—it’s how you’re using them. Be intentional, be confident, and most of all—be yourself." – Erika Ettin

Dating in the modern world is a battlefield of swipes, texts, and ghosting—and if you’re not playing the game right, you’re getting left behind. That’s where Erika Ettin comes in. She’s not just a dating coach; she’s a strategist, a game-changer, and the secret weapon behind thousands of successful relationships.

You can listen to the episode and review the show-notes at: https://www.nextlevelguy.com/erikaettin217/

As the founder of A Little Nudge, Erika has taken the guesswork out of dating. Armed with a background in business analytics and a sharp, no-nonsense approach, she helps people craft dating profiles that stand out, send messages that actually get responses, and navigate first dates with confidence. Her expertise has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, and more—because when it comes to modern dating, she knows exactly what works.

If you’re tired of endless swiping, awkward conversations, and wondering why dating feels like an uphill battle, Erika is here to shake things up. Get ready for real, actionable advice that will transform your love life.

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