The Grey NATO – 373 – From The Bottom Of The Oceans To Outer Space With Victor Vescovo
This episode features an extra special guest as Jason sits down for an extended chat with none other than Victor Vescovo. An explorer, investor, and retired naval officer, Vescovo became the first person to reach the deepest point of all five of the world's oceans during the Five Deeps Expedition between 2018 and 2019. He also holds the unique distinction of having stood on the summit of every continent, and he has traveled not only to both poles but also to space. Jason and Victor talk about his interest in exploring the Oceans, his connection to Omega watches, some of his investment goals (including mining asteroids), and even a recent interest in cave diving.
Stay in the mix for a Final Notes that will have you digging deeper into the mechanics of early world navigation, while packing a handy tool that is allowed on your next flight.
Thanks so much for listening, and a special thanks to Victor for being on the show.
3:19 Ming Polymesh Straight
13:10 Sinn 144S
14:30 Arken Alterum Speakeasy Vancouver
18:50 Victor Vescovo
22:23 The Five Deeps
25:17 The Limiting Factor
27:11 AstroForge
28:51 Psyche Asteroid
32:08 Omega X-33
38:10 Omega Seamaster 600m Planet Ocean
40:48 Omega Planet Ocean Ultra Deep
41:20 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep Pro
43:50 Don Walsh’s Aquastar
54:23 Colossal Biosciences De-Extinction
1:06:13 “Depth Charge” (Jason’s book)
1:07:00 “Where The F*** Are We?” — 99% Invisible
1:07:24 Longitude — Dava Sobel
1:08:42 Nextool Mini Sailor Lite
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