EP. 320 Inspiring Story: Linda Greenlaw's Journey as a Female Commercial Swordfisher and Best-Selling Author
Hey there, Anglers and Adventurers! You won't want to miss this very special episode of The Woman Angler & Adventurer podcast. In this episode, I had the honor of speaking with Linda Greenlaw, the only female commercial swordfisherman on the East Coast, and a best-selling author.
Hey there, Anglers and Adventurers! You won't want to miss this very special episode of The Woman Angler & Adventurer podcast. In this episode, I had the honor of speaking with Linda Greenlaw, the only female commercial swordfisherman on the East Coast, and a best-selling author.
Linda shared her incredible journey from growing up on the coast of Maine, learning to fish at an early age, to becoming a passionate commercial fisherman. We dove into her experiences in sword fishing, including her first catch and the challenges she faced working in the industry.
We also discussed the importance of hard work and the impacts of gender in the fishing world. Linda's insights and advice for competitive bass anglers and her views on advocacy for females in fishing were truly inspiring.
Additionally, Linda talked about her transition to becoming a best-selling author after the release of "The Perfect Storm," and she opened up about the difficulty of writing her first book.
We also got a glimpse into Linda's current endeavors, including her charter business and the exciting plans she has for the future.
This episode is packed with incredible stories, invaluable advice, and a whole lot of inspiration. Tune in and join us as we explore Linda Greenlaw's remarkable journey on the open seas!
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Linda Greenlaw
Commercial Fisherman and Best-Selling Author
A lifelong, commercial fisherman, Linda Greenlaw is also a New York Times best-selling author of eleven books. Her fishing acumen earned her prominent role in Sebastian Jungers "The Perfect Storm" and a portrayal in the subsequent film. She is featured in Discovery Channel’s Swords: Life on the Line, as well as Season 19 of Deadliest Catch. Linda is also co-owner of Downeast Oyster. Linda loves nothing more than sharing her vast experience and knowledge (and oysters!) with guests who are looking for an authentic Maine experience on the water.
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