Lisa Colburn
| Interviewee Sort ascending | Collection | Description | Interviewer | Date of Interview | Location of Interview | Affiliation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracey Bowen | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
Tracey Bowen, the wife of a fisherman, describes what it was like when her husband became a fisherman. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn , Azure Dee Westwood | Newport, RI | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Pam Smith | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
Pam Smith is a school teacher from Jonesport, Maine, with a rich family history tracing back to Ireland. She is the second of four siblings, with her older brother living on Beal's Island, her younger brother having lived in California and now shipping out, and her sister residing in Florida. Her husband is a fisherman, involved in various fisheries including quahogging, lobstering, scallop diving, and tuna fishing. He originally bought his boat in 1987 for gill netting, but lost his ground fish permit the same year. Despite this setback, he has managed to make a living from fishing. |
Lisa Colburn | Jonesport, ME | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Mary O'Rourke | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
Mary is a net maker and former fisherman. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn , Azure Dee Westwood | Narragansett, RI | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Laurie Botelho | The Working Waterfront Festival Community Documentation Project |
Laurie Botelho, a native of Puerto Rico, is a dedicated and passionate entrepreneur in the fishing industry. With a background in food-borne illness and a deep understanding of the fishing community, Laurie embarked on a journey to provide a vital product for fishermen. Her company specializes in manufacturing high-quality scallop bags, which play a crucial role in preserving the catch and ensuring fishermen adhere to regulations. Starting her business in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Laurie recognized the importance of creating a consistent and reliable product. |
Lisa Colburn | New Bedford, MA | Working Waterfront Festival | |
| John Moore | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
John explains what it is like to be part of a fishing family. He discusses his decisions to enter fishing while still obtaining a bachelor's and master's degree. |
Lisa Colburn | Narragansett, RI | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Joel Stanhope | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
David is a commercial fishermen in Eastport, Maine. Because of the economy in Eastport, David has to work multiple jobs in addition to fishing. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn , Kate Yentes | Perry, ME | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Ellen Schomer | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
Ellen is a former fisherman. She speaks about what it was like being a woman in the fishing industry. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn | South Kingstown, RI | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Elizabeth Kordowski | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
Elizabeth is currently working at a Port Agent in Point Judith, Rhode Island. She speaks about her involvement in the fishery from working as a sternman to her current position. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn , Azure Dee Westwood | Narragansett, RI | NOAA Fisheries | |
| Diane Williams | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
Diane is the wife of a lobsterman. She speaks about how regulations are impacting her family. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn , Amy Gerber | Stonington, ME | NOAA Fisheries | |
| David Pottle | Oral Histories from the New England Fisheries |
David is a commercial fishermen in Eastport, Maine. Because of the economy in Eastport, David has to work multiple jobs in addition to fishing. Project Leaders: Lisa L. Colburn and Kate E. Yentes |
Lisa Colburn , Kate Yentes | Perry, ME | NOAA Fisheries |