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Meet the voices behind the stories — every Friday, we release a new episode featuring inspiring guests from across Portugal and beyond, including artists, chefs, winemakers, musicians, historians, entrepreneurs, locals and expats.
Explore our diverse guest line-up and discover the people shaping Portuguese culture, food, travel, and daily life.
How SurfREC Is Transforming Surf Filming with José “Zé” Ferreira
From Pro Surfer to Tech Innovator: Zé Ferreira on Automated Filming, Performance Data & SurfREC’s Collaboration With Justin West Coaching
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, host Justin West sits down with former pro surfer turned tech innovator, José “Zé” Ferreira, the co-founder of SurfREC — Portugal’s cutting-edge automated surf filming system now operating at Ribeira d’Ilhas and Carcavelos. Zé shares his journey from elite athlete to entrepreneur, how SurfREC’s robotic AI-powered cameras capture every wave with precision, and why the platform is becoming essential for surfers who want consistent, high-quality footage.
This episode also highlights the upcoming collaboration between SurfREC and Justin West Coaching, enabling surfers to film their sessions with SurfREC and receive professional online video analysis directly from Justin West. Perfect for surfers seeking performance progression, coaches exploring tech tools, and anyone excited about Portugal’s evolving surf-tech landscape.
SurfREC & Justin West Coaching OFFER
If you’re looking to level up your surfing I've got a couple of easy ways to get you moving forward.
I’m running in-person coaching sessions here in Portugal with flexible dates, so if you’re travelling through or planning a trip, we can lock in a few sessions and work on exactly what your surfing needs.
And thanks to our collab with SurfREC, the AI robotic filming system now operating in Ribeira d’Ilhas and Carcavelos you can get footage of your sessions, just send me 5 clips and I’ll break down every detail for you.
But even if you’re not in Portugal, no problem—you can send me up to five waves from anywhere in the world. Surf trip to Indo, comp heats, your local break, even wave-pools. If you’ve got the footage, I’m happy to analyse it.
If you want to dive deeper into SurfREC, check out Podcast Portugal Episode 50 with Ze Ferreira.
To book surf coaching sessions, to find out about our immersive surf training camps, online video analysis program and special JWC rates for using SurfREC, head to justinwestcoaching.com direct links in the show notes.
Planning a trip to Portugal? Whether you’re exploring Lisbon, surfing Ericeira, or road-tripping through the Alentejo, staying connected is essential. I use Airalo every time I travel — even on my surf boat trips to the Maldives — so when we connected to collaborate, I was genuinely stoked. Airalo’s eSIMs give you instant data the moment you land. No queues, no physical SIM, just seamless, reliable coverage. Travel smarter, stay connected — download Airalo before your next adventure.
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From Pro Surfer to Tech Innovator: Zé Ferreira on Automated Filming, Performance Data & SurfREC’s Collaboration With Justin West Coaching
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, host Justin West sits down with former pro surfer turned tech innovator, José “Zé” Ferreira, the co-founder of SurfREC — Portugal’s cutting-edge automated surf filming system now operating at Ribeira d’Ilhas and Carcavelos. Zé shares his journey from elite athlete to entrepreneur, how SurfREC’s robotic AI-powered cameras capture every wave with precision, and why the platform is becoming essential for surfers who want consistent, high-quality footage.
This episode also highlights the upcoming collaboration between SurfREC and Justin West Coaching, enabling surfers to film their sessions with SurfREC and receive professional online video analysis directly from Justin West. Perfect for surfers seeking performance progression, coaches exploring tech tools, and anyone excited about Portugal’s evolving surf-tech landscape.
SurfREC & Justin West Coaching OFFER
If you’re looking to level up your surfing I've got a couple of easy ways to get you moving forward.
I’m running in-person coaching sessions here in Portugal with flexible dates, so if you’re travelling through or planning a trip, we can lock in a few sessions and work on exactly what your surfing needs.
And thanks to our collab with SurfREC, the AI robotic filming system now operating in Ribeira d’Ilhas and Carcavelos you can get footage of your sessions, just send me 5 clips and I’ll break down every detail for you.
But even if you’re not in Portugal, no problem—you can send me up to five waves from anywhere in the world. Surf trip to Indo, comp heats, your local break, even wave-pools. If you’ve got the footage, I’m happy to analyse it.
If you want to dive deeper into SurfREC, check out Podcast Portugal Episode 50 with Ze Ferreira.
To book surf coaching sessions, to find out about our immersive surf training camps, online video analysis program and special JWC rates for using SurfREC, head to justinwestcoaching.com direct links in the show notes.
Planning a trip to Portugal? Whether you’re exploring Lisbon, surfing Ericeira, or road-tripping through the Alentejo, staying connected is essential. I use Airalo every time I travel — even on my surf boat trips to the Maldives — so when we connected to collaborate, I was genuinely stoked. Airalo’s eSIMs give you instant data the moment you land. No queues, no physical SIM, just seamless, reliable coverage. Travel smarter, stay connected — download Airalo before your next adventure.
If you haven’t already switched to Revolut, now is the perfect time. I use Revolut Personal to manage my everyday money — spending, saving, and sending across borders. You can hold over 30 currencies, transfer internationally at great rates, and even earn daily interest on your savings. It’s smart, fast, and used by more than 60 million people worldwide.
And if you run a business, Revolut has an even more powerful solution. Revolut Business gives you a global account built for growth: multi-currency accounts, team cards, spend controls, international transfers, and easy ways to get paid. It’s streamlined, affordable, and designed to scale with you.
Here’s the best part:
Sign up for Revolut Personal click this link and join me on one of the most advanced money apps available.
And if you're a founder or business owner, use the Podcast Portugal Revolut Business referral link and get your first month with no subscription fees.
Whether it’s for your personal finances or your business, Revolut has you covered — all in one place.
Flosports and FloGrappling Don’t miss a moment— tap the link in the show notes to start watching with FloGrappling now!
HELDER FROM VOLCOM
Helder shares his journey from Angola to Cascais, his roots in martial arts and surfing, and how Volcom EU continues to champion youth and creativity.
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, we sit down with Helder from Volcom Europe for an inspiring and unexpected journey—from his childhood move from Angola to Portugal at age 10, to the golden era of the early surfing scene in Carcavelos and Cascais.
Helder reflects on how time in the army and dedication to Cevat martial arts shaped his mindset, and how that discipline blended with creativity in his path into the world of surf.
We explore the philosophy behind the Volcom brand, its artistic roots in Dadaism, and its unwavering support for young athletes across Europe. Helder gives us a glimpse into how surf and street culture evolved in Portugal—and why authenticity still matters.
Whether you're a surf enthusiast, brand creative, or just love a good backstory, this episode hits the sweet spot between grit, art, and wave-riding freedom.
Check out the Volcom website to find out about surf, snow events & comps, Volcom art shows happening near you and so much more.
Click on this link “True to This”
Helder shares his journey from Angola to Cascais, his roots in martial arts and surfing, and how Volcom EU continues to champion youth and creativity.
In this episode of Podcast Portugal, we sit down with Helder from Volcom Europe for an inspiring and unexpected journey—from his childhood move from Angola to Portugal at age 10, to the golden era of the early surfing scene in Carcavelos and Cascais. Helder reflects on how time in the army and dedication to Cevat martial arts shaped his mindset, and how that discipline blended with creativity in his path into the world of surf.
We explore the philosophy behind the Volcom brand, its artistic roots in Dadaism, and its unwavering support for young athletes across Europe. Helder gives us a glimpse into how surf and street culture evolved in Portugal—and why authenticity still matters.
Whether you're a surf enthusiast, brand creative, or just love a good backstory, this episode hits the sweet spot between grit, art, and wave-riding freedom.
Check out the Volcom website to find out about surf, snow events & comps, Volcom art shows happening near you and so much more.
Click on this link “True to This” or follow the Instagram handles below.