Episode 12: Diving Deep with Treasure Hunters KT and Syd Jones

Join Curt, the Dead Foot Diver, as he welcomes KT and Syd Jones, his  former captains and colleagues from their days working with famed treasure hunter Mel Fisher in Key West, Florida. The discussion dives into their fascinating journey into treasure hunting, the experiences and challenges they faced, their significant finds, and the evolution of treasure-hunting technology. The duo also shares their post-diving adventures in flying WWII aircraft, offering a unique perspective on keeping history alive through aviation. Don't miss this thrilling episode packed with tales of underwater exploration and historical aviation restoration.

 

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00:00 Introduction to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast

00:58 Meet Syd and KT: Diving Legends

01:30 Syd's Journey into Treasure Hunting

03:49 KT's Path to the Treasure Hunt

04:56 First Dives and Early Discoveries

06:23 Treasure Hunting Adventures

08:53 Technological Advances in Treasure Hunting

12:16 Life on the Treasure Boats

13:54 Memorable Finds and Experiences

22:45 Running the Lab and Operations

28:16 Understanding Metal Corrosion and Stabilization

30:47 Transition to Aviation and Aerobatics

31:38 Volunteering at the Warbird Restoration Museum

33:36 New Ventures and Opportunities

37:26 Flying Warbirds and Instruction

42:42 Challenges and Costs of Maintaining Warbirds

48:29 The Thrill of Treasure Hunting and Diving

51:33 Final Thoughts and Future Plans