Five hundred years of shipwreck history. We interview Dr Jose Neto and Dr Pedro Parreira. Marine Archeologists at the Azores Regional Directory of Culture. We discuss the rich nautical history of the Azores and shipwreck diving in the Azores. DOWNLOAD AUDIO PODCAST

We explore Algar do Carvão, a volcanic vent located in the central part of the island of Terceira. We interview Laura Barbosa from Association of Mountaineers Azores. Terceira has over 60 dry lava caves. Cave exploring is amazing way to spend the day when you can't go diving. For more info about the caves of Terceira. Goto www.mountanheiros.com

Joe Cocozza reports from São Miguel in the Azores, with Miranda van der Linde, head marine biologist at Futurismo. Miranda shares how she went from studying sperm whales in New Zealand to spending "one season" in the Azores… and never leaving. She explains why this mid-Atlantic volcanic archipelago draws an incredible variety of cetaceans: deep offshore drop-offs, seamounts, upwelling, rich plankton blooms, and squid-filled canyons that create a buffet for whales. You'll learn the difference between toothed whales like sperm whales and baleen whales like blue and fin whales, why some are residents while others are migratory visitors, and how photo-ID research using fluke patterns helps scientists track individuals across the North Atlantic. Miranda also walks us through the Azores' remarkable transition from whaling hub to whale-watching hotspot, and how responsible ecotourism—strict approach rules, no feeding, education on board, and long-term data sharing with universities—helps protect these animals while supporting the local economy. If you've ever dreamed of seeing blue whales, sperm whales, and dolphins in the wild—and want to understand how to do it ethically—this conversation from the docks of São Miguel is your field guide.

Post dive interview with PADI Master Instructor and Marine Biologist Bruno Sergio of the BEST SPOT AZORES Dive Center. Joe Cocozza along with Jill Heinerth talk with Bruno about the diving on Sao Miguel Island and the unique marine ecology of the Azores. BEST SPOT Dive Center is located on the marina in Sao Miguel Island and they are a PADI 100% AWARE 5* Dive Resort and Aqualung Partner Center. For more information about diving with them contact Bruno on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Best-Spot-Azores-131805683667217 Website: www.bestspotazores.com Email: [email protected] DIRECT DOWNLOAD FREE AUDIO PODCAST

Sound Scene Tour of a night in Sao Migual Island. With Jill Heinerth and Renee Powers. We visit a Portuguese Naval SAR Frigate and get a tour of the ship by First Marine Luis Gonçalves! We then head to the Ponta Delgado Marina for an amazing dinner and discussion of the scuba diving in the Azores. DOWNLOAD PODCAST Audio FILE

Interview with Devin Leary owner of ARRAIA DIVERS in Terceria Azores. We talk about the great potenial for cave and shipwreck exploration of this Mid Atlantic Island. [email protected]. Projecto Azores Podcast: PD-164 DOWNLOAD AUDIO FREE FILE HERE

Diver Propulsion Vehicles: Interview with Will Baxter of DIVE XTRAS about new Diver Propulsion Vehicle Technology and diving in the Pacific Northwest.

PD-162: Interview with Anthony Lenzo of AIR SEA LAND Productions. ASL is a multifaceted video production company that specializes in Underwater Broadcast and Feature Film production. We discuss video production and future of underwater video equipment. http://airsealand.com/

PD-160 Interview with Danial Emerson from Light & Motion about there new STELLA lights for Electronic News Gathering and topside video production. This interview was conducted at the NAB (National Assoc of Broadcasters) Convention in Las Vegas NV.