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No words allowed - how was the Baltic coast, Ruth?

Ruth Krause & Caroline SchmittDecember 23, 2014

Ruth got a little seasick during the shoot in Germany for #headabovewater. Feeling better now, she told us how young fisherman Paul is coping with the solitude at sea - but in silence, no words allowed.

How did Paul welcome you?

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What is the toughest part of his fishing work?

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What does he love the most about his job?

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Wages are really low in Germany’s fishing industry right now. What does the future look like for Paul?

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How many fish does he have to catch to stay afloat financially?

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When you were growing up - what did you want to be?

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When life gets tough - run or fight?

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Filming, tweeting, writing, taking pictures, meeting people - or something completely different. What's your favorite part of the job?

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