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Ep 388: On their honeymoon in Australia, newlywed Tina Watson died minutes into her first ocean dive — and almost immediately, questions emerged about how she ended up on the seafloor alone This is the Tina Watson story
On their honeymoon in Australia, newlywed Tina Watson died minutes into her first ocean dive, sparking immediate questions about how she ended up on the seafloor alone. This episode explores the tragic story of Tina Thomas and Gabe Watson, whose relationship was marked by family tension and Gabe’s controlling behavior regarding scuba diving. Despite Tina’s limited experience and heart condition, the couple embarked on a week-long trip to the Great Barrier Reef, targeting the wreck of the SS Yungala, a site recommended only for experienced divers.
Sources for Today’s Episode:
- Casefile Podcast, Episode 51
- Medium
- Tuscaloosa News;
- ABC
- CBS News
- NBC News
- BBC News
- The Guardian
- 7News.com
Credits:
- Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
- Produced by James Varga
- Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo
- Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro
- Music by Dessert Media
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