In this episode of The Dead Foot Diver Podcast, Curt sits down with renowned treasure hunter Darrell Miklos from Cooper's Treasure. They discuss Darrell's early start in treasure hunting with his father, adventures in finding shipwrecks, the challenges of hunting Nazi U-Boats, and the complexities of obtaining government permits for treasure hunting. The conversation also delves into Darrell's personal experiences and relationships, including the impact of his father's tumultuous behavior and the dynamics of treasure hunting as a career. Darrell shares insights into the state of treasure hunting today, his intriguing finds, and his plans for future projects.

00:00 Introduction to The Dead Foot Diver Podcast

01:13 Darrell Miklos' Early Treasure Hunting Days

04:02 Meeting Gordon Cooper and the Start of a Partnership

05:04 Treasure Hunting Adventures and Family Dynamics

06:10 Challenges and Conflicts in Treasure Hunting

12:02 Discoveries and Personal Reflections

21:04 The Future of Treasure Hunting and Cooper's Treasure

29:47 Debating Government Policies on Shipwreck Preservation

31:43 Challenges and Controversies in Marine Archaeology

35:55 Nazi U-Boat Discovery and Family Tensions

41:49 Diving Adventures and Personal Reflections

53:19 Future Projects and Shifting Media Trends

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