Matt Watson is well-known across the country and around the world for his fishing and outdoor adventures, which have been heavily documented over the past few decades.
Once the host of the ITM Fishing Show, now Ultimate Fishing TV, Watson also runs the Ultimate Fishing YouTube channel, with over 200,000 subscribers.
The Kiwi icon delves into his dynamic transition from hosting the ITM Fishing Show to championing ocean conservation with LegaSea.
Amidst this evolution, he shares the intriguing tale of Swordfish Mojo beer, initially a humorous gimmick among friends that became a commercial venture supporting sustainability efforts.
Watson explains how his advocacy work with LegaSea focuses on promoting sustainable fishing practices, emphasising that "we can all do a bit better" to protect marine environments.
He also recounts the challenges and triumphs of constructing his dream home on the Purerua Peninsula, captured in the TV show 'Building a Kiwi Dream 2022'.
Listen to the full chat between Matt Watson and Dominic George above.
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