Pub Scholar Presents - "Deep Dive: Lessons from the Underwater Frontier"

Lectures by professors and subject experts on mind-stimulating topics, served up at cool Bay Area bars.

Date: Monday, December 15, 2025 🌙

Time: 6:30 PM ⏳

Location: Mad Oak Bar N’ Yard, Oakland 🍻

Lecture: “Deep Dive: Lessons from the Underwater Frontier" 🤿

Speaker: Certified Master Scuba Diver, Matt Shenson 🧠

Join us for a fascinating live lecture with a professional scuba diver and underwater explorer as they share firsthand stories from the depths — from managing fear and oxygen to navigating the unknown in some of the most remote underwater environments on Earth. This talk dives into the psychology of survival, the science of deep-sea exploration, and the lessons the ocean teaches us about resilience, presence, and pressure.

Expect a mix of gripping stories, practical insights, and stunning underwater perspectives — all served up in Pub Scholar style: smart, immersive, and unforgettable.

Whether you're a diver, a curious mind, or just someone who’s ever wondered what it takes to breathe where humans weren’t meant to, this lecture will leave you thinking long after you resurface.

Info: Doors open! Our event is open seating, so come early to grab a seat and grab your drinks + food.

Info: Mingle, grow your bar tab, vibe!