Augusto Fraga was born in the Azores but he always dreamed far beyond his island. His smash hit series “Turn of the Tide” turned him (and his island of S. Miguel) into global superstars. Now on its second season, the series is one of Netflix’s top hits and it shows that Portugal can complete on a global stage.

The director and screenwriter, who confesses that he always operates the camera himself, guides us through the process of writing‌ “Turn of the Tide” and how that opportunity changed his life.

His humble approach to awards and compliments are on the forefront of this conversation with Tony Gonçalves, as he explains that the feeling of empathy is what drove him back to Portugal, after living abroad for a while.

Augusto Fraga was born in the Azores but he always dreamed far beyond his island. His smash hit series &ldquo;Turn of the Tide&rdquo; turned him (and his island of S. Miguel) into global superstars. Now on its second season, the series is one of Netflix&rsquo;s top hits and it shows that Portugal can complete on a global stage.
The director and screenwriter, who confesses that he always operates the camera himself, guides us through the process of writing&zwnj; &ldquo;Turn of the Tide&rdquo; and how that opportunity changed his life.
His humble approach to awards and compliments are on the forefront of this conversation with Tony Gon&ccedil;alves, as he explains that the feeling of empathy is what drove him back to Portugal, after living abroad for a while.

Each week, join Tony Gonçalves—a U.S.-based Portuguese immigrant and successful media executive—as he explores the stories of those driving Portugal’s influence on the global stage. From visionary entrepreneurs to cultural pioneers, The Heart and Hustle of Portugal uncovers the unique ways the Portuguese identity thrives worldwide. As Expresso’s first English-language product, this series bridges cultures and connects the global audience to Portugal’s spirit of innovation, passion, and resilience.

Each week, join Tony Gonçalves—a U.S.-based Portuguese immigrant and successful media executive—as he explores the stories of those driving Portugal’s influence on the global stage. From visionary entrepreneurs to cultural pioneers, The Heart and Hustle of Portugal uncovers the unique ways the Portuguese identity thrives worldwide. As Expresso’s first English-language product, this series bridges cultures and connects the global audience to Portugal’s spirit of innovation, passion, and resilience.

Tony Gonçalves—a U.S.-based Portuguese immigrant and successful media executive— explores the stories of those driving Portugal’s influence on the global stage

The Heart & Hustle of Portugal

The Heart and Hustle of Portugal

Augusto Fraga was born in the Azores but he always dreamed far beyond his island. His smash hit series “Turn of the Tide” turned him (and his island of S. Miguel) into global superstars.

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