Mauricio De Souza: The Lord of the Dings, Surfboard Repair & Surf Culture Stories | The Temple of Surf Podcast

Welcome to The Temple of Surf Podcast, where we preserve and share the stories, culture, and people who have shaped surfing across generations. In this episode, we sit down with Mauricio De Souza, widely known in surf culture as The Lord of the Dings. Mauricio has built his life around surfboard repair, craftsmanship, and supporting surfers everywhere with his expertise, wisdom, and passion for waves and boards. From local lineups to global travels, Mauricio's knowledge spans the practical and the cultural, from how boards are repaired and maintained to the deeper meaning of community in surf life. In this conversation we explore: Mauricio's journey into surfboard repair and craftsmanship Stories from behind the scenes in shaping bays, beach break lineups, and travel adventures Why surfboard maintenance and repair are essential parts of surf culture The human side of surfing community, connection, and shared experience Lessons learned from decades around boards and beaches Whether you're a surfer, shaper, collector, or simply someone who loves the ocean, this episode brings insight, humor, and heart. Discover what it means to keep the stoke alive — not just through waves, but through the craft that surrounds them. Subscribe to The Temple of Surf Podcast for weekly episodes with surfers, shapers, artists, photographers, historians, and culture makers from around the world. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major audio platforms. #TempleOfSurfPodcast, #MauricioDeSouza, #SurfboardRepair, #SurfboardCraftsmanship, #SurfCulture, #SurfLife, #SurfStories, #OceanLife, #SurfCommunity, #ShapersLife, #SurfPodcast, #WaveRiding