From hauling pots in the freezing waters of the Bering Sea to learning the ropes in a high-stakes industry, Jacob Hutchins has built a career defined by persistence, adaptability, and firsthand experience. A commercial fisherman and television personality, Hutchins is best...
He’s not just the newest captain on Deadliest Catch—he’s five generations of fishing tradition in motion. Rick Shelford began working aboard the Aleutian Lady as a teenager, learning the ropes under his father’s guidance and carrying forward his family’s longstanding fishing...
Neal Hillstrand has long been a steady hand aboard the F/V Time Bandit, working behind the scenes as the vessel’s chief engineer and stepping up as captain when needed. The youngest of the Hillstrand brothers, Neal has spent his life surrounded...
If you’ve watched Deadliest Catch, you already know Jake Anderson—the fiery, determined captain with a story as wild and unpredictable as the Bering Sea itself. But behind the wheelhouse confidence is a man who’s fought hard for every step: through addiction,...
Amanda Makar, originally from the Lower 48, joined the cast of National Geographic’s Port Protection during its original run in 2015. The documentary-style reality series followed the lives of residents in the remote, off-grid community of Port Protection, located on Prince...
If you’re searching for information about Port Protection Alaska cast members, one name often mentioned is Litzi Botello. A longtime resident of Port Protection, Litzi was featured on the National Geographic reality series Port Protection Alaska, where her lifestyle reflected the...
Barnwood Builders is a documentary television series that first aired on the DIY Network before transitioning to Magnolia Network. The show follows a team of skilled craftsmen, primarily from West Virginia, who specialize in reclaiming and restoring antique log cabins and...
Demolishing an old, rusty cabin and starting fresh with a new build might seem like the easier route. But for some, those aged timbers hold stories, memories, and a connection to the past that can’t be replaced. That’s where Sherman Thompson...
Alex Webb is a familiar face to fans of the hit reality show Barnwood Builders. Known for his long, bushy beard and easygoing style, Alex joined the team in 2016 and quickly made an impression—not just for his looks, but for...
At 76 years old, Johnny Jett remains one of the most intriguing and beloved cast members of Barnwood Builders. With his weathered cap, quiet humor, and unmatched skill behind heavy machinery, Johnny has spent decades helping preserve America’s oldest barns and...
