The Deep Dive Diary

Digby McDiggery

Welcome to Deep Dive Diary—the podcast for curious adults who never stopped wanting to learn, just without the uncomfortable plastic chairs. ​Think of it as a school assembly for grown-ups. Each episode is a warm, cozy, and deeply engaging look into the hidden corners of history, culture, and human obsession. Hosted with a conversational style that feels like catching up over a drink, we take an in-depth plunge into the topics that captivate us and our guests. ​Whether we are exploring the psychology of serial killers, the secret world of mushrooms, or the unexpected history of the harmonica, Deep Dive Diary celebrates pure passion. No topic is too niche, no history is too obscure, and no curiosity is left unexplored. Grab a seat—assembly is in session. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. May 23

    3 I found an archive from my pre-teen years wrapped in wallpaper

    An English teacher and head of department revisits a 1994 school exercise book of their own creative writing, framing the episode as a self-indulgent but serious “deep dive” into two short stories written less than a month apart. They read “An Assault” (May 11, 1994), then interpret it through Marxist literary criticism (Althusser, ideological state apparatus), focusing on school as a factory of compliance, a father’s disruption, and a teacher’s insistence on institutional stability. They then read “Mr. Goodfriend” (June 5, 1994) and analyze it via Freud’s repression, the uncanny, and late-20th-century British masculinity, centering on grief, suburbia, and emotional suppression. Concluding, they argue both stories share themes of isolation, passive witnessing of trauma, and maintaining orderly facades, and note hopes for more regular podcast releases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min

  2. Jan 24

    2 What have resolutions got to do with garden hoes, peacock taxidermy, dopamine and Ulysses?

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    28 min

  3. Jan 19

    1 Welcome to The Deep Dive Diary - let creative minds assemble...

    Welcome to Deep Dive Diary, a unique podcast designed for curious adults eager to explore various topics. This introduction, hosted by a seasoned podcaster, outlines the show's blend of storytelling, historical exploration, and engaging conversations with passionate individuals about their interests. Whether it's serial killers, planes, or why an elderly couples are concerned about people having their shoe laces tied, each episode promises an in-depth look at subjects that intrigue the host. The Deep Dive Diary is an experimental and flexible space for learning and sharing. Join in for a journey through the idiosyncratic and the fascinating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6 min
  • 3 Episodes

About

Welcome to Deep Dive Diary—the podcast for curious adults who never stopped wanting to learn, just without the uncomfortable plastic chairs. ​Think of it as a school assembly for grown-ups. Each episode is a warm, cozy, and deeply engaging look into the hidden corners of history, culture, and human obsession. Hosted with a conversational style that feels like catching up over a drink, we take an in-depth plunge into the topics that captivate us and our guests. ​Whether we are exploring the psychology of serial killers, the secret world of mushrooms, or the unexpected history of the harmonica, Deep Dive Diary celebrates pure passion. No topic is too niche, no history is too obscure, and no curiosity is left unexplored. Grab a seat—assembly is in session. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Digby McDiggery
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Thomas McNaughton
  • Show Website
    The Deep Dive Diary