On April 25, 1984, Christopher Letts interviewed Bob Gabrielson at Gabrielson’s kitchen table in Nyack, New York, for the Hudson River Maritime Museum. The interview explores Gabrielson's experiences as a fisherman on the Hudson River, discussing changes in fishing practices, boat technology, and the local fisheries industry. Gabrielson reflects on the environmental and regulatory challenges faced by Hudson River fishermen, including the impact of PCB contamination on public perception and fish sales.

On May 3, 1984, Everett Nack was interviewed about his experiences and perspectives on fishing and river-related activities. The interview covers a wide range of topics, including Nack's fishing practices, observations of environmental changes in the Hudson River, and the impacts of dredging and pollution on local fish populations. Nack shares anecdotes about sturgeon and other species, as well as his insights into the challenges facing the fishing community, such as disease outbreaks and regulatory issues.

On April 11, 1984, Christopher Letts interviewed Ron Ingold in Edgewater, New Jersey, as part of an oral history project. The conversation focuses on Ingold’s experiences in the Hudson River shad fishery, discussing the traditional use and maintenance of fishing poles, including their materials, lengths, and setting techniques. Ingold describes the seasonal rhythm of shad fishing, the fluctuations in shad populations, and the economic and social aspects of the fishery.

On April 14, 1984, Christopher Letts interviewed Turk DeGroat at Stony Point for the Hudson River Maritime Museum Oral History Project. DeGroat reflects on his lifelong involvement with shad fishing in the Hudson River, beginning at age 13. He discusses early fishing techniques, including drifting and seine hauling, as well as later transitions to stake nets and T-nets. DeGroat shares insights into the challenges of fishing, such as fluctuating shad populations, environmental changes, and evolving net technology from cotton and linen to modern materials.