Matthew Barr interviewed Hubert Smith for the Wild Caught oral history project. Hubert Smith, a resident of Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, discusses the challenges facing local commercial fishermen due to increasing real estate development and zoning issues. He highlights how retiring baby boomers and other new residents have put pressure on the area's waterfront properties, driving up prices and pushing out long-standing fishing operations. The interview primarily focuses on the case of Johnny Wayne, a fisherman whose right to offload his crab catch on family property was challenged due to new zoning regulations. Smith explains how local zoning laws, introduced in 2004, failed to account for commercial fishing, even though it is a significant part of the county's history and economy. He expresses optimism about recent efforts by county commissioners and state legislators to preserve the coastal heritage and protect the fishing industry, not only in Sneads Ferry but throughout the region. Smith also discusses the broader impact of military activities in the area, particularly Camp Lejeune, and how new restrictions have affected both commercial and recreational fishing. Additionally, the conversation touches on the real estate market's volatility and its implications for development projects, as well as ongoing efforts to incorporate Sneads Ferry as a town to better manage growth. Smith emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between development and preserving the area's fishing heritage. The interview concludes with Smith's reflections on the potential long-term preservation of commercial fishing in Sneads Ferry and the role that Barr's film has played in raising awareness about these issues.