On September 1, 2003, Matthew Barr interviewed John Norris for the Wild Caught Oral History Project. John Norris, a commercial fisherman based in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, transitioned to fishing after serving in the Marine Corps from 1976 to 1980. Originally from Michigan, Norris has established a successful career and family life in Sneads Ferry, deeply rooted in the fishing industry. The interview begins with Norris discussing the challenges faced during the 2003 shrimping season.

Matthew Barr interviewed John Norris for the Wild Caught Oral History Project. John Norris, a seasoned fisherman from Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, began his fishing career at the age of fourteen. Raised on a farm, Norris transitioned to fishing due to his father’s health and economic reasons, finding it more profitable than other jobs available in the area during the early 1960s. The interview opens with Norris discussing the aspects he enjoys about fishing, emphasizing the adventure and unpredictability of the profession.

On May 1, 2002, Matthew Barr interviewed John Norris for the Wild Caught Oral History Project. John Norris, a commercial fisherman based in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, transitioned to fishing after serving in the Marine Corps from 1976 to 1980. Originally from Michigan, Norris has established a successful career and family life in Sneads Ferry, deeply rooted in the fishing industry. The interview begins with Norris discussing the significant impact of shrimp imports on the local fishing economy.

John Sibunka was a long time employee at the Sandy Hook Lab. His career spanned from 1966 when he joined the ichthyoplankton department to 2006 when he retired. He graduated from South Maine Vocational Technical Institute and Rutgers University where he received his bachelor's degree. During his career, John served on the R/V Delaware II, R/V Albatross IV,R/V NAUVOO and the R/V Henry Bigelow. Over his 40 year career, he spent an average of 100 days at sea per year.

Matthew Barr interviewed Johnny for the Wild Caught project. Johnny is a deckhand who grew up in a fishing family and has been involved in the commercial fishing industry since he was a teenager. His father was deeply engaged in commercial fishing, and Johnny's passion for the industry was kindled at a young age, leading him to start clamming and shrimping as a teenager. In this interview, Johnny details his progression in the fishing industry, starting with small skiffs and eventually moving on to larger boats.

On July 13, 2000, Matthew Barr interviewed Johnny Terwilliger for the Wild Caught oral history project in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina. Terwilliger discusses the history of his family's restaurant, which was founded by his grandfather in 1946 and has been in continuous operation since. He explains that after his grandfather sold the restaurant to another uncle, Terwilliger eventually purchased it and has owned it for approximately 14 years.

In 2003, Matthew Barr interviewed Johnny Wayne Midgett for the Wild Caught Oral History Project. Johnny Wayne Midgett is a fisherman from Sneads Ferry, North Carolina. In the interview, Midgett discusses his recent shift to becoming his own distributor, a move that became necessary due to plummeting seafood prices and rising fuel costs. He explains that the decision was driven by the need to sustain his livelihood, as traditional sales channels had become unprofitable. This change allowed him to maintain his income despite the economic pressures facing the fishing industry.

Matthew Barr interviewed Johnny Wayne Midgett for the Wild Caught Oral History Project. Johnny Wayne Midgett is a long-time fisherman from Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, who has been deeply involved in the local fishing community. In the interview, Johnny recounts the lengthy battle he fought to maintain the right to use his property for his fishing business. He describes the difficulties he faced with the county commissioners and the Planning Department, highlighting the numerous meetings, legal appeals, and community support he garnered throughout the process.

On July 11, 2000, Matthew Barr interviewed Johnny Wayne Midgett for the Wild Caught Oral History Project. Johnny Wayne Midgett, a lifelong fisherman from Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, comes from a family with a rich fishing tradition spanning generations. The interview begins with Midgett sharing his experiences of growing up in Sneads Ferry. He started fishing at the age of ten, accompanying his father on shrimping trips every summer. By the age of fourteen, he began crabbing, which remains his primary occupation.

• Joseph W.