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We first delve into the life of a haenyeo, a traditional female freediver on Jeju Island.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2025

“It’s definitely unfortunate and was a really awful situation,” said Cameron Gregg, a freediver and spearfisherman who has made about 30 trips to the region over the past decade.

From Seattle Times • May 26, 2024

The Deepest Breath's director Laura McGann became "hooked" on making the film after her interest was sparked by a news story about Irish freediver Stephen Keenan.

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2023

Czech freediver David Vencl set his second Guinness world record Tuesday after plunging 170.9 feet through a hole in the ice into Lake Sils in Switzerland.

From Washington Times • Mar. 15, 2023

The aquatic evening will be hosted by Fred Buyle, a freediver who will do some dancing with the sharks, which is apparently a safe thing to do.

From Time • Mar. 30, 2016