Jacques Cousteau

Short History Of...

Noiser

History

4.7 • 4.9K Ratings

🗓️ 7 June 2026

⏱️ 54 minutes

🔗️ Recording | iTunes | RSS

🧾️ Download transcript

Summary

Co-inventor of the Aqua-Lung, Captain Jacques Cousteau opened the ocean to the public like no one before. An explorer, filmmaker and environmentalist, he led groundbreaking underwater expeditions, and pioneered techniques for filming beneath the waves. Through his documentaries and television series, he brought the mysteries of the sea into millions of homes, becoming known the world over for his trademark red knitted hat and his beloved ship, the Calypso. But why did the ocean mean so much to him? How did a French naval officer come to invent a device that would change humanity’s relationship with the sea? And what were the tragedies and controversies that marked the life of this charismatic adventurer? This is a Short History Of Jacques Cousteau. A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. With thanks to Doug Allan, an underwater cameraman for series such as Blue Planet, Planet Earth and Frozen Planet. Doug sadly passed in April 2026, and we dedicate this episode to his memory. Written by Nicola Raynor | Produced by Kate Simants | Production Assistant: Chris McDonald | Exec produced by Katrina Hughes | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by Oliver Sanders | Assembly edit by Dorry Macaulay | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cody Reynolds-Shaw | Fact check: Sean Coleman Unlock the next two episodes of Short History Of… right now by subscribing to Noiser+. You’ll also get ad-free listening and early access to shows across the Noiser podcast network, including Real Survival Stories and Sherlock Holmes Short Stories. Just click the subscription banner at the top of the feed, or head to www.noiser.com/subscriptions to get started. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcript

Click on a timestamp to play from that location

0:00.0	This is a paid advertisement from Indeed. Right now, there's a talented person out there who could take your company to the next level. Do you want to hope that they see your job post before your competitors, or do you want to match with them with Indeed sponsored jobs? Because sponsored jobs boosts your post for quality candidates, so you can reach the exact people you want faster.
0:23.1	And that makes a big difference.
0:24.6	According to Indeed data, sponsored jobs posted directly on Indeed are 90% more likely to report a higher than non-sponsored jobs.
0:32.4	So stop struggling to get your job post even seen on other job sites.
0:36.2	Give your job the best chance with Indeed's
0:38.5	sponsored jobs. They help you stand out and hire quality candidates who can drive the results you need
0:43.3	fast. How fast? Well, in the minute I've been talking to you, 27 hires have been made on Indeed. That's
0:49.2	according to Indeed data worldwide. Plus, with Indeed's sponsored jobs, you only pay for results. There are no monthly
0:55.6	subscriptions, no long-term contracts, just a boost whenever you need to find quality talent fast.
1:01.4	So spend more time interviewing candidates who check all your boxes. Less stress, less time,
1:06.7	more results now with Indeed sponsor jobs. And listeners of this show will get a £100 sponsor job credit
1:12.7	to help get your job the premium status it deserves
1:15.1	at Indeed.com slash short history.
1:18.2	Just go to indeed.com slash short history right now
1:21.3	and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast.
1:24.8	Indeed.com slash short history.
1:27.1	Terms and conditions apply. Hiring. Do it the right way with Indeed.
1:33.8	This episode is dedicated to the late Doug Allen, our expert guest on Jacques Cousteau, who sadly died while trekking in Nepal in the weeks after our interview was recorded.
1:51.0	One of the great wildlife cameramen of his generation, Doug devoted his life to filming the natural world with skill, bravery and deep humanity. We were honored by his contribution to this episode, and we dedicated to his memory.
2:04.6	It is a summer morning in June, 1943.
2:06.6	Outside the railway station in the seaside village of Bandol
2:10.6	on the French Riviera, the car pulls up.
	...

Transcript will be available on the free plan in 28 days. Upgrade to see the full transcript now.

Previous episode

Disclaimer: The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Noiser, and are the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Tapesearch.

Generated transcripts are the property of Noiser and are distributed freely under the Fair Use doctrine. Transcripts generated by Tapesearch are not guaranteed to be accurate.