To kick off the Aotearoa spring season, we recently sat down with someone we’ve wanted on Spearo Diaries since day one: Sam Wild.

You might know him as a spearo, duck hunter, land stalker, rum wrestler, underwater cameraman, and a core part of the South Seas Spearo crew. Sam is a passionate ocean advocate, founder of the mahi dive float brand, and a man who lives and breathes the outdoors.

In this episode, we dive into his deep connection with the ocean, his honest and humble approach to spearfishing, and his endless thirst for adventure. You’ll also hear about his most exciting role yet—becoming a dad. A warm, insightful kōrero with one of Aotearoa’s most respected watermen.