Deadliest Catch

Sig and Keith venture far offshore, braving the relentless Bering Sea weather as they pursue their catch. Meanwhile, Johnathan positions his pots strategically close to a submarine volcano, hoping to exploit the unique conditions there.

Raw Winter is a television programme presented as a single episode. It belongs to the episodic documentary genre and concentrates on maritime activity in some of the world’s harshest seas. The series follows different characters as they confront the practical challenges of offshore work, giving viewers a concise look at life on the very edge of the ocean. In this instalment, two fishermen named Sig and Keith deliberately push their boats well beyond the safety of the coastline, venturing deep into the open Bering Sea. Their decision to fish at such a distance throws them straight into a relentless barrage of weather – high winds, sudden squalls and icy spray that test both their skill and their equipment. It’s a harsh gauntlet that forces them to constantly adapt, and they keep going despite the ever‑present threat of capsising or being driven off course. At the same time, Johnathan adopts a different tactic, concentrating on the placement of his fishing pots. He chooses a spot close to a submarine volcano, hoping that the geothermal activity will draw marine life into his traps. By positioning his gear in this unusual location, he aims to maximise his catch while navigating the risks associated with a volcanic seabed. His careful planning highlights a calculated approach to exploiting natural phenomena for better yields, even as the surrounding waters remain unpredictable.