Anglers Journal Podcast

Artist / Angler Carey Chen

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:41:00 -0000

Marine artist Carey Chen never took an art class. He simply picked up a pencil and then a paint brush and began to sketch and paint fish and marine scenes on canvas. For the past few decades, Carey has traveled all over the world, fishing tournaments, meeting fellow anglers and experiencing new fisheries. He is an expert billfish angler and his true love is catching big marlin. However, if there's a fish biting, odds are Carey will be one of the first anglers who tries to catch it. He spent his youth in Jamaica and Miami, where his love of fishing originated. Always an adrenaline junkie, he raced motorcycles for years. His father was a well-known promoter and Carey never knew who may be hanging out at the family home, from Frank Sinatra to Muhammad Ali. In this conversation, Carey talks about his art, his many fishing exploits and his favorite fishing destinations.

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Krissy Wejebe

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:57:00 -0000

As the host of the television show Spanish Fly, Jose Wejebe reached thousands of anglers but he was more than a TV personality. He was an inspiration, creating a passion for fishing, boating, conservation and the ocean lifestyle that he so loved.

Through his show and his adventures, Jose shared his passion for fishing and a lifestyle that touched and inspired anglers around the world. At the same time, Jose encouraged conservation, leading his viewers by example to take better care of the environment they so enjoy. Wejebe died on April 6, 2012, in a plane crash. Soon after his death, Jose's daughter Krissy and several of his close friends created the Jose Wejebe Memorial Foundation to continue his work to protect the marine environment, support those facing life-impacting challenges and inspire a future generation of anglers.

Krissy Wejebe joins the Anglers Journal Podcast to talk about her father's upbringing, his impact on the fishing world and the reboot of the Spanish Fly television show.

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So You Wanna Be a Fishing Guide

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:57:00 -0000

Getting paid to fish every day, all the free rods, reels and tackle you could ask for, new boats, flashy social media posts, industry accolades... the life of a full-time fishing guide sounds rosy, but what is it really like to be a professional charter captain? Long hours, uncertain pay, broken boats, difficult familial relationships also take their toll. To get a better sense of the ins and outs of life as a professional fisherman, we turned to Capt. Bouncer Smith, who ran one of the top charter boats in Miami, Florida, for more than 40 years. What he says may surprise you.

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Cory and Derek Redwine

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 13:38:00 -0000

Anglers, artists, conservationists, do-gooders... Cory and Derek Redwine are all of those things, but most of all they are lovers of the ocean and all of the critters that live within it. And the beauty of this couple is they have always found a way to combine their passion for the water into a fulfilling career. Their most recent work involves habitat restoration throughout their home waters in Merritt Island, Florida, and beyond, replanting mangroves and putting hundreds of thousands of clams in the water. The Redwine's restoration efforts through their partnerships with Star brite's Project SeaSafe and the University of Florida continue to grow. The Redwines join the pod to discuss all of the projects they're currently working on, and how we can help spread the word about habitat rebuilding and make a difference out in the field.

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Squid Nation's Bill Pino

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:14:00 -0000

From dredges, squid chains and spreader bars to winning millions of dollars in offshore billfish tournaments, Bill Pino lives quite a fishing life. About 20 years ago, Pino stumbled into the world of tackle manufacturing after a late-night call to China. Little did he know at the time, but he was setting himself up for a busy life catching giant fish all over the world, creating innovative products and growing his network of fishing friends. Jump on any offshore boat trolling for marlin and tuna and odds are you will find some of his Squid Nation teasers. Hear the full story behind the lures, and much more.

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Northern Pike Adventure

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:54:00 -0000

We head to Brabant Lodge located on the Mackenzie River on the outflow of Great Slave Lake in the Northwest Territories of Canada in search of world-record size northern pike. The fishing does not disappoint with hundreds of pike tallied over the trip, including several fish over 20 pounds. These fish are aggressive, angry and fight like hell. Listen in as we interview lodge owner Peter Fox about this incredible fishery, including when to go and what to expect. And, spoiler alert, we also caught two IGFA world records.

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Terry Robinson's Bluewater Life

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0000

Terry Robinson grew up with the offshore fishing world right out his bedroom window. He lived at his parent's marina in New Jersey, which for a kid who loved to fish, was the ultimate playground. At a young age, he began working on boats and became a sought-after deckhand. As his reputation grew, so did the opportunities. He was given the chance of a lifetime and went to work aboard Don Tyson's fishing boat / mothership operation known as Tyson's Pride. He started as a mate, targeting blue and black marlin all over the world. He then became the captain of Tyson's Pride, a position he held for 20 or so years. After fishing all over the world, he transitioned his career to Bass Pro and has worked (and fished) alongside Johnny Morris, helping the brand build its saltwater lineup and most recently, revitalize Hatteras Yachts. Terry has more fishing stories than just about anyone we know, and he has some very cool friends.

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George Poveromo

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:46:00 -0000

George Poveromo grew up fishing and boating in South Florida and turned his passion into a career that spans four decades. He first began writing for Salt Water Sportsman in the early '80s and has covered all types of fishing. He is an expert communicator when it comes to helping anglers improve their game by sharing tips and techniques. For the last 38 years, he has traveled the country, talking to anglers via the Salt Water Seminar Series and his television show, George Poveromo's World of Salt Water fishing is now in its 26th year. The best part about George, is that he still loves what he does and just wants to go fishing.

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So Cal Fishing with Jim Hendricks

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 14:55:00 -0000

Jim Hendricks has covered fishing and boating for more than 35 years. Based in Southern California. Jim keeps his thumb on the pulse of what is biting around Catalina Island, Longbeach, San Diego and on down the coast to Mexico. He's a veteran boater and his original Cabo, the Split Decision, is one of the most tricked-out small vessels you'll come across. Jim talks about the differences between East Coast and West Coast fishing and we touch on everything So Cal has to offer from bluefin tuna to white sea bass. Jim is the West Coast editor for Salt Water Sportsman and Sport Fishing.

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Carter Andrews

Wed, 21 May 2025 19:56:00 -0000

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Carter Andrews has spent his life immersed in fishing. His main pursuit has always been to become a complete angler, proficient with all types of fishing gear, from fly rods and baitcasters to giant spinning reels and heavy trolling outfits. This man is truly obsessed with fishing, and it has taken him on a worldwide journey from bass ponds in Tennessee to exotic islands, mountain streams and some of the sport's most storied waters. For the past several years, Carter has shown the world his love of all things fishing through his television show, The Obsession of Carter Andrews.

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Angler, Writer, World Traveler Jess McGlothlin

Thu, 08 May 2025 14:02:00 -0000

Jess McGlothlin has transformed her passion for fly-fishing and adventure into a career as a writer and photographer. She has fished some of the world's best waters and works with a long list of venerable fishing lodges. But it's not all mimosas and four-star accommodations. She has been stranded on an atoll and forced to survive off bonefish and coconuts. She's survived a helicopter crash in Russia. But she's also caught some incredible fish in incredible places. Listen in as she shares her story.

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Cajun Man Theophile Bourgeois

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:52:00 -0000

On any given day, Theophile Bourgeois may be playing a gig in New Orleans with his band, drawing out a tattoo for himself or a client, or hitting the back bayous in search of redfish and speckled seatrout. He's truly a Cajun renaissance man, a way of life he learned from his father who held the same name and built up a unique fishing enterprise shuttling anglers out to the Chandeleur Islands off the coast of Louisiana with seaplanes. When his father suddenly died in an accident in 2019, Theophile's life changed course in a major way. He's managed to keep his family's business, the Cajun Vista Lodge, and its legacy alive.

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Globetrotting Angler and Photographer Pat Ford

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:59:00 -0000

Photographer, world-record angler, traveler, conservationist, successful attorney... Pat Ford is all of those things. He has spent the better part of his 81 years capturing fish on rod and reel as well as in photos. He has held more than two dozen IGFA world records, some of which still stand. His fishing and photography accolades are wide and diverse, he's landed 300-pound blue marlin and giant rainbow trout on fly and his photos have been used on hundreds of magazine covers.

Pat Ford is a longtime friend and contributor to Anglers Journal. Pat was profiled in the Winter 2025 issue. Pat has plenty of stories to share. His sense of adventure is undeniable. He's hand-fed sharks and barracuda and survived many close calls. To see Pat's photography visit AnglersJournal.com and make sure to pick up a subscription to the magazine, where the photos present best.

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Bouncer and Tony

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:49:00 -0000

When it comes to fishing in Florida, few people know more than Capt. Bouncer Smith and Tony DiGiulian. These longtime friends and legendary anglers share their knowledge on all things fishing, Florida, tournaments and human kind.

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Author Callan Wink

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 20:15:00 -0000

Callan Wink is a novelist and full-time fly-fishing guide based in Montana. His writing style is highly acclaimed for its vivid descriptions and themes of rural life in the American West. His work is often compared to that of Jim Harrison, who was his friend and fishing companion.

Wink's debut collection of short stories, Dog Run Moon (2016), garnered critical acclaim for its lyrical prose and resonant storytelling. In August (2022), Wink’s debut novel, he weaves a coming-of-age story set following a young man as he navigates the complexities of adulthood and self-discovery. Through August’s journey, the novel explores the struggles of finding one’s own path while being tied to the past. Wink’s latest novel, Beartooth, which officially comes out this year, is set in Montana’s Beartooth Mountains, where we follow two brothers who go to dangerous lengths to live off the grid in a still wild land. Wink’s writing comes alive with a keen understanding of the landscape and a vivid portrayal of people living on the margins of society.

Wink has contributed essays to Anglers Journal for years now, where the reader gets to see a bit of his lighter side. His latest piece, “Locals Only,” applies lessons he’s learned from seasoned surfers to the crowded trout rivers of Montana. The story is featured in the Winter ’25 issue. In this podcast, Wink talks about balancing fishing, writing and surfing.

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Messing About In Boats

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:46:00 -0000

Anglers Journal editors Bill Sisson and Charlie Levine dive into a topic full of memories and affection — their love of boats. The two longtime watermen wax on about the power of a boat, not necessarily the vessel's motor, but the power of adventure. From dinghies to center consoles to flats boats and skiffs, small boats provided a gateway to fish further afield. If you love boats, you will love this episode.

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Photographer Brian Grossenbacher

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 22:39:00 -0000

In the 1990s, Brian Grossenbacher was working as a fly-fishing guide in Montana when a book project led him to photography. There was no budget for photos, so Grossenbacher took it upon himself to invest in some camera gear and learn to shoot images of fish, anglers and the environment. Thus began a second career that has taken him on adventures around the globe, targeting all kinds of fish and aiming his camera at the action. In this episode, Grossenbacher discusses a trip to Alaska where he stayed on a mothership that was used to discover unnamed creeks in pursuit of elusive steelhead trout. HIs images and the story from this adventure are featured in the Winter 2025 issue of Anglers Journal. The conversation also ebbs toward other projects and books he has worked on.

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Ode to Bluefish

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 18:12:00 -0000

The bluefish will readily gobble up flies, plugs, soft plastics and chunks, yet this game fish is often disparaged as a "trash fish" — the lowliest of epithets in the angling world. They’re dubbed “chopper” or “gator,” sometimes said with abject contempt due to their proclivity for slashing leaders and taking off with plugs intended for the more forgiving yet revered maws of a striped bass. Editors Charlie Levine and Owen Burke have a deep affection for bluefish stemming from time as young fishermen chasing snapper blues in Long Island Sound. Both anglers love catching bluefish, but eating them, well that's a topic of much debate.

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Photographer Jay Fleming

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 18:39:55 -0000

Photographer and Anglers Journal contributor Jay Fleming says, "I always try to capture a sense of place for the locations I am photographing, and for me, the majority of my work happens to be on Chesapeake Bay, where I was born and raised." His striking landscapes, marine photography and portraits have appeared in magazines and galleries. In this podcast, Fleming explains how he became a photographer and found the perfect subject matter, focusing on commercial and recreational fishing, and the men and women who earn a living on the water.

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Winning Best in Show

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:26:00 -0000

Every year the American Sportfishing Association hosts ICAST, the world’s largest tackle trade show. At the event, rod, reel, line, lure and accessories manufacturers unveil their latest and greatest products. These new products can then be entered in one of several categories in the hopes of winning a new product award. All of the various award winners are then placed in consideration for the coveted Best in Show award.

In 2024 PENN, a longtime rod and reel manufacturer based in Philadelphia, took home the Best in Show award for its Fathom Electric reel, the first electric reel with an integrated battery. PENN is owned by Pure Fishing, which also owns Berkley, Abu Garcia, Fenwick, Ugly Stik, Pflueger, Plano, Frabill, Stren and several other brands.

To get a better understanding of how much research and design goes into product development, we sat down with PENN Senior Category Manager Ben Joyce and Capt. Rush Maltz, a Florida Keys-based PENN ambassador and host of a fishing television show.

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Author and Publisher Nick Lyons

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:12:00 -0000

Long before the internet and YouTube taught us how to tie knots and flies, anglers relied on books and magazines to learn the craft of fishing. Nick Lyons, now 92, spread the love of fishing through his words and the books he published via Lyons Press and other imprints he worked under. Throughout his career he worked with a long list of well-known writers including Lefty Kreh, Mark Sosin, Lee Wulf, Tom Rosenbauer and many more. Lyons published a Hemingway anthology and worked closely with Jack Hemingway. He's fished many of the world's best trout streams and had plenty of time to reflect on life, family and the pull of a fish.

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Why are Bonefish on Drugs?

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:08:00 -0000

A study conducted by the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust and Florida International University showed that bonefish were testing positive for a wide range of pharmaceuticals. The research helped push the need for better waste water management, just one of many issues facing bonefish and tarpon in Florida. Dr. Aaron Adams is a longtime angler and outdoorsman who has made it his life's work to improve coastal fisheries by conducting scientific research, applying scientific findings to conservation activities, and communicating science to those who are using and benefiting from the resource. In this episode, we dive into a range of issues BTT is tackling to help future populations of bonefish, tarpon and other coastal fishes.

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Fishing Ft. Lauderdale with R.J. Boyle

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0000

The Red Snapper Fiasco

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:05:00 -0000

Ask any bottom fisherman in the Southeast about red snapper and they will tell you there are more snapper out there then any time in recent memory. If you're targeting other bottom fish such as grouper, you literally have to fish past the snapper or move, that's how thick they are. Despite all this, the federal fishery management system claims populations of red snapper are so depleted that they've limited recreational fishing to a single day, July 12, for the 2024 fishing season. To get a better understanding of the situation, we speak with Jeff Angers, president of the Center for Sportfishing Policy. Angers has a vast understanding of the situation, and he explains the flaws found in the data that led us here and what the future holds.

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Angie Scott: Host of the Woman Angler & Adventurer Podcast

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:26:00 -0000

Angie Scott is a Renaissance woman of sorts in the fishing world. She does it all. She launched the Woman Angler & Adventurer podcast in 2018 to highlight female anglers in the sport who are doing amazing things. She's a USCG Licensed Master Captain for Freedom Boat Club of Tennessee, and a professional angler on the Women's Pro Bass Tour. Angie developed a love for fishing in her youth, chasing walleye in Minnesota. She moved to Nashville to pursue a profession in the music world, but found herself longing to have a career that revolved around fishing. That's what led her to launch a podcast and connect with remarkable women in the outdoors world. Angie joins the Anglers Journal Podcast to talk about her work and her passion for getting more women involved in fishing.

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David Coggins

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:26:00 -0000

David Coggins is a longtime writer based in New York City. He has written for a number of magazines including Esquire and Financial Times. He covers a range of topics from travel, culture and men's fashion, but one of Coggins' strongest passions is fly fishing. His first fly-fishing book, The Optimist: A Case for the Fly Fishing Life, dove into the virtues of the sport, along with his personal triumphs and failures. His writing style is poignant and funny; serious and silly.

In his latest book, The Believer: A Year in the Fly Fishing Life, he embarks on seven fishing pilgrimages to some of the world's top fisheries. He visits Norway, Cuba, Belize, Spain, Argentina and more. He tests his skills and jumps outside his comfort zone. He silences his phone and focuses on immersing himself in the pursuit. His writing is honest and fresh, mixing travel and fishing challenges into a delicious soup that any angler can appreciate.

Coggins joins the Anglers Journal Podcast to discuss his journeys, the highs and lows and reflect on how the world perceives passionate anglers and their need to fly off to a foreign land knowing full and well that the fish they are after may never even show up. Make sure to pick up a copy of The Believer and sign up for Coggins' newsletter, The Contender.

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John Skinner

Mon, 20 May 2024 16:25:00 -0000

John Skinner's videos on YouTube have been viewed nearly 40 million times, and the reason why is pretty simple. John is authentic, smart, informative and very good at explaining the various tactics, gear and techniques he uses to catch striped bass, fluke, snook, tarpon, blackfish and more. In this conversation, we ask John about his background as an engineer and how it has helped him become a better angler. John also shares information on fishing from kayaks, the game fish he chases and what he has planned for his upcoming videos. John has been featured in the pages of Anglers Journal in a story titled "The Bucktail Believer." His YouTube channel is simply called John Skinner Fishing.

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Fishing the Great Barrier Reef with Tim Richardson

Wed, 01 May 2024 14:52:00 -0000

When it comes to catching giant black marlin weighing more than 1,000 pounds (commonly called "granders") there is no better place on Earth than the Great Barrier Reef off Australia. Every year, marlin of gargantuan size migrate through the area and Capt. Tim Richardson, owner of Tradition Charters, has been fishing these waters since 1989. This is one of the most unique offshore fisheries in the world. Richardson specializes in multi-day trips where anglers fish for massive marlin all day and spend the night on the boat, anchored out on the edge of the reef. Listen in as Richardson talks about the history of the Cairns big-game fishery, the large fish he's caught and his love of marlin fishing.

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10th Anniversary

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 15:36:00 -0000

Ten years, several hundred articles, thousands of images, countless adventures, one mission: Create a magazine for that special breed of angler who feels most alive when they are fishing. The Spring 2024 issue of Anglers Journal marks the 10-year anniversary of the magazine. Founding editor William Sisson joins the podcast to discuss the genesis of the magazine, how it all went down and what makes this magazine a bit different from other fishing publications.

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The Trosset Family

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:45:00 -0000

Anglers Journal was invited to Key West, Florida, by Suzuki Marine, one of our longtime advertising partners, to fish with the Trosset family. Capt. RT Trosset has been fishing the keys since the '70s and guided clients to 239 IGFA world records on conventional and fly-fishing tackle. He is a pioneer of this fishery and his two sons, Robert and Chris, are following in their father's footsteps. These captains guys all run different operations, but their boats are tied up next to each other at Ocean's Edge Marina. They start their day together, talk over the radio while they're out on the water, and end their day back where they started. It's a very unique, family dynamic and one we wanted to highlight on the podcast. In this episode, we talk to all three captains and learn about their family legacy and Key West's bountiful fishery.

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40,000 Billfish Releases

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:04:00 -0000

Born and raised in South Africa, Capt. Brad Philipps did not have what many Westerners would consider a typical career trajectory to becoming a sport fishing captain. It was the captain's love of offshore fishing, attention to detail and unwavering determination that helped him become one of the best captains in the offshore world. Listen in as Philipps discusses the highs and lows of running an offshore boat, his 20-plus years fishing in Guatemala for sailfish and marlin, running a successful business and chasing down his 40,000th billfish release.

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Trout Bum John Gierach

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 14:15:00 -0000

John Gierach publishedTrout Bum in 1986. The book was an immediate hit with fly-fishing enthusiasts as it provided a fresh look at the sport as well as the devotion and passion that keeps trout devotees up all night, tying flies all winter and exploring newfound waters in hard-to-reach locales. Trout Bum is as much about why people fish as as it is about the act of fishing. Following the book's launch, many anglers quit their jobs, moved out West and became trout bums. Gierach joined the Anglers Journal Book Club discussion to answer reader's questions about his famous book and the impact Trout Bum had on the fly-fishing world. He also discusses his overall writing career and his other books. It's a lively discussion that will definitely put a smile on your face.

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Author Peter Kaminsky

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0000

Peter Kaminsky etched out a career as a journalist more than 35 years ago. He spent time working at the National Lampoon in its halcyon years and he wrote the Outdoors column in the New York Times for more than three decades. He's contributed to Anglers Journal since the magazine's inception and he's penned a number of classic fishing books including "The Moon Pulled Up an Acre of Bass" and the "Flyfisherman's Guide to the Meaning of Life." His latest book, "The Catch of a Lifetime: Moments of Flyfishing Glory," is a collection of evocative stories on the joy of fly-fishing. In summarizing the book, he writes: "There are fish I have caught that I remember more fully than whole years of my life... At such moments, time, or its passage, seems to go away. To find something in this world that takes you out of time when the seconds cease to slip through life's hourglass, is as close as I've come to a state of grace."

Contributors to the book include notable figures such as Joan Wulff, Tom Colicchio and Mark Kurlansky, as well as several anglers that may surprise you. The book is available on Amazon.

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Artist Geoffrey Smith

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000

Stuart, Florida, has long been called the "Sailfish Capital of the World." With its close proximity to the Gulf Stream and steady supply of sailfish pouring through the area, the name is fitting. To celebrate the town's love of sailfish, marine artist Geoffrey Smith created a 18-foot tall sculpture of a leaping sailfish that rests atop a fountain in the center of town. The Stuart Sailfish has become an icon of sorts for visitors and locals as well as his best known work of art. For Geoffrey, "It seemed like a good way for me to give something back to Stuart, to a community that's been good to me and my family," he said. Raised in California, Geoffrey attended college in Montana and eventually made the move down to Florida. Geoffrey was always drawn to the outdoors. As a boy he'd carve duck decoys, but his path to becoming a full-time artist is a unique one. When you speak to him, you can see his face light up as he discusses the migrations of birds or the motion of a swimming fish. He's a naturalist, who spends most mornings paddling the local waters, finding inspiration all around him. In this podcast, Geoffrey discusses his approach to sculpture and painting. He also explains the ancient process known as lost wax casting that he uses to create his sculptures.

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Talking Tarpon (and more) with Andy Mill

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0000

Andy Mill grew up enjoying the wilds of Colorado, skiing in the winters and hunting and fly-fishing. He rose to prominence as America's top downhill skier in the 1970s. He competed in the '74 Olympics where he finished sixth, the best finish by an American in decades. He retired from competitive skiing in '81 after a serious crash that left him with multiple injuries including a broken neck. He went on to work in television for 20 years, but it was his love of the outdoors, especially targeting tarpon on fly, that fueled his passion. He has won more invitational fly-fishing tarpon tournaments than anyone, including five Gold Cups. He has fished with some of the best guides and all sorts of celebrities and politicians. It is his love of fishing that led him to launch the Millhouse Podcast with his son Nicky. The podcast has documented the careers of famous guides, anglers and more. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and like us.

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Guy Harvey

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0000

Guy Harvey grew up in Jamaica where he developed a strong love of the ocean. He was always fishing and diving. He always wanted to be a marine biologist but it was his artwork that brought him notoriety and fame. In this podcast, Guy talks about his journey as an artist, his family, his many different projects and how he manages to juggle all of his passions.

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The Redfish Situation

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0000

At its peak, it was not unheard of to catch 100 redfish in a single day when fishing the coastal waters of Louisiana. While the fishing is still good, liberal bag limits, habitat loss and other factors have caused the number of redfish to fall dramatically. According to a recent assessment conducted by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife redfish stocks have gone from a high of 23 million fish in 1999 to 8.7 million in 2021. There are talks of reducing harvest to combat the situation but many wonder if that will be enough. We invited lifetime Louisiana angler Chris Macaluso on the podcast to provide some insight on the redfish situation in the Gulf of Mexico. Not only is Chris an active angler, he is also the director of the Center for Marine Fisheries at the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership.

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Artist, Author and Fishing Guide Alberto Rey

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 14:33:00 -0000

Is fly-fishing an art form? That question was top of mind when sitting down to talk with Alberto Rey. As an accomplished artist and tenured professor, Alberto was the perfect person to talk about this topic because he’s also a fly-fishing guide. Listen in as we discuss Alberto’s unique fishing life, having immigrated to the U.S. from Cuba and finding a love of fishing only to go back to Cuba on a fishing trip. He also discusses other projects he is passionate about such as taking young people fishing, traveling to Nepal, studying rivers and insects and much more.

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A Day with Flip Pallot

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:38:00 -0000

The minute you hear Flip Pallot's voice, you find yourself hanging on every word. His thoughtful stories draw you into his love of all things outdoors. Flip has lived a full fishing life, growing up in Miami, fishing in Biscayne Bay and the Everglades long before micro skiffs and graphite push poles were a thing. Fishing and the natural world are Flip's playground. He was mentored by some of the pioneering greats like Stu Apte and Lefty Kreh. And in turn, Flip has inspired countless anglers and guides through his television series Walker's Cay Chronicles and many other projects. Listen in as Flip joins the Anglers Journal Podcast to discuss what it was like growing up in Miami in the '50s and '60s, how his love of fishing opened all kinds of doors and the network of guides he calls his best friends. Keep an eye out for a full feature on Flip's life in an upcoming issue of Anglers Journal Magazine.

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Behind the Lens with Jessica Haydahl Richardson

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:23:00 -0000

Jessica Haydahl Richardson grew up in Canada and always had a fondness for the water and marine life. Her father worked as a tugboat captain, so being on and around the water was always part of her life. Jessica could be found running boats, sailing and fishing around the Pacific Northwest. As she grew a fondness for photography, Jessica began to capture life unfolding in front of her lens. Throughout her career she has photographed a wide range of subjects including the Vancouver Canucks. She also spent time working with Getty Images but really found a niche photographing all aspects of the fishing world. Jessica's work has appeared in numerous issues of Anglers Journal. Her images have also appeared on several covers. She has an incredible eye and style that she's honed over the years. Listen in as she talks about the craft, the changes over the years and how she makes a living doing something she loves, shooting photos. Jessica currently resides in the Bitterroot Mountains in Montana.

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107 Days in a Bahamian Prison

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 16:56:00 -0000

Capt. Tim Hyde, a 67-year-old fishing boat captain originally from New Jersey, has spent his entire adult life fishing around the world. He's targeted giant marlin, tuna and wahoo offshore, and thrown flies at bonefish, tarpon and trout, but he never expected to find himself fighting for his life in the Bahamas. Tim was on the small island of San Salvador in 2021, fishing and sharing his catch with the local people. He had also taken a number of kids out fishing to try and teach them how to become anglers. Everything changed when a police officer knocked on his door. Listen in to hear Tim's story about how he ended up in Fox Hill Prison for 107 days, surviving on white bread and tap water in a 6' x 9' cell with four other prisoners.

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Offshore Prep with Capt. Shane Jarvis

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000

One-hundred pound yellowfin tuna, 50-pound mahi, 1,000-pound marlin... If you want to catch the big boys, you have to head offshore. Blue-water fishing requires a capable boat, an understanding of conditions such as water temps and current, tackle that's up to the task and a sense of adventure. Joining the podcast is Capt. Shane Jarvis who owns Sport Fishing Panama Island Lodge, who explains the gear and boats he uses to consistently catch tuna and marlin in Panama. Shane's operation is an off-the-grid oasis based on a private island. This makes planning essential, there is no tackle shop or marina store on the island. If you want to find success offshore, listen in.

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Surfcasting with Jerry Audet

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Anglers Journal contributor Jerry Audet is a die-hard fisherman who is obsessed with targeting striped bass from shore. Over his years as a surfcaster, Jerry has developed tried-and-true techniques and amassed a log full of prime fishing spots, most of them from the shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Does he hide from others to protect his spots? Perhaps. Does he walk 10-plus miles on a typical fishing adventure? Probably. Does he share some of his striped bass secrets? You'll have to listen in.

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From Wall Street Journal to Anglers Journal

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:15:00 -0000

If you've been reading fishing magazines for any amount of time, you've likely seen Mike Sudal's detailed illustrations and sketch work. Mike is one of those rare individuals who has been able to combine his passion for fishing with his creative talents to help him earn a living. But when you start to peel back the layers, there is much more to the story. Mike has been employed by some of the country's largest news organizations including the Wall Street Journal and Associated Press, using his artistic skills to help journalists depict stories in a visual way. He's also a super fishy guy. Mike illustrated a story about legendary shark skipper Frank Mundus for the Winter 2023 issue of Anglers Journal.

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10 Fishing Books for Summer

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Anglers Journal book reviewer Noah Davis joins the podcast to discuss his five favorite fishing books and host Charlie Levine adds another five. A few of the titles are old classics while others are more obscure. Give a listen and add one of these great books to your summer reading list.

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Striped Bass Changes

Wed, 17 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The striped bass are biting along the East Coast and anglers are getting into the action. While the fishing is good, the striped bass stock is still teetering on a possible collapse if the fish are not protected. In this episode of the Anglers Journal Podcast we are joined by Capt. John McMurray, a Long Island, New York-based skipper and former fishery council member. McMurray explains the management of striper stocks and the recent changes to the slot size. We need to release our fish with minimal harm and do are part to educate all anglers on the importance of protecting striped bass.

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No Bad Days

Tue, 02 May 2023 12:30:00 -0000

It's hard to miss Zac "Yeti" Yarbrough, he's a 6-foot, 5-inch former lineman for the University of Virginia. He's got a big beard, bright eyes and an electric smile. Whether he is fishing a tournament or standing in the TSA line at the airport, Zac always seems to have a smile on his face. But for the past four years, Zac has been battling male breast cancer. He's been very open about his journey, and he hasn't let it get in the way of his fishing adventures. When he's not in the chemo chair, Zac is fishing the blue water for billfish and wahoo, or jumping on a plane to his next adventure. For Zac, there are No Bad Days. It's an inspiring mantra — one we should all work toward.

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The Big Business of Fishing

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Recreational fishing is big business. In the United States alone, fishing contributes $148 billion in economic output and supports 945,500 jobs. For the last 90 years, the American Sportfishing Association has worked behind the scenes to protect tackle manufacturers, retailers and a range of stakeholders who rely on the business side of fishing to feed their families. In this episode, Glenn Hughes, president of ASA, drops by to discuss fishing participation, important legislation and the various fisheries issues they're working on to keep our waters open and stocked with fish. Learn more about ASA at asafishing.org.

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Shark Man Chris Fischer

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 20:00:00 -0000

Chris Fischer did not set out to become a leading authority on the migrations and status of great white sharks. In this episode, he explains how his love of the marine world, and his desire to connect anglers with the science community to create a unified front to help the ocean led to the formation of OCEARCH. Chris opens up the vault and talks about the ups and downs of his enterprise, the work they've done and how their work is lifting the curtain on the mysteries of white sharks.

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Captains for Clean Water

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Capt. Chris Wittman is a fourth-generation Floridian with strong ties to the water and natural surroundings. After seeing the effects of habitat degradation along southwest Florida and especially in Everglades National Park, Wittman and his friend and fellow guide, Capt. Daniel Andrews decided to start Captains for Clean Water. The organization has continually grown and laid out sound plans to repair Florida's natural flows, combat red tide and work together for the good of the environment. Anglers Journal host Charlie Levine and Chris were able to fish together and find some time to chat at a recent outing put on by Costa Sunglasses.

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Offshore Fisherman Anthony DiGiulian

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Anthony DiGiulian wears a lot of fishing hats. He is a first-class mate who has worked on some of the sport's best boats. He is an ardent conservationist who devotes his time to a range of angling causes. He's a tournament director for Pelagic Offshore Gear and runs the Rock Star tournament in Costa Rica and the Triple Crown in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. He is a fishing educator and has spent many hours running seminars and schools to teach skills to all kinds of anglers. He is passionate about volunteering and works with young people who have disabilities. Tony is always working on something and spending time on a range of causes. This is his story.

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Writer / Angler Michael Carr

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

When a hockey injury would not heal, a young Michael Carr received news that no person wants to hear. He was diagnosed with cancer and nearly lost his leg. His life would take on a new focus. He found a love for fishing that has led to many adventures and a burgeoning side hustle as a journalist. The New Jersey native loves chasing striped bass with a fly rod and when he isn't teaching English, coaching youth sports or hiking with his sons, he is out fishing or contemplating his next fly-fishing outing.

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Living Through Hurricane Ian

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:49:00 -0000

In late September 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall on southwest Florida. As meteorologists monitored the story, they had predicted it would land further north, in the Tampa / St. Pete area. Thus many residents in Fort Myers and Naples were underprepared for the category four hurricane which devastated the area with 155 mph winds and unrelenting rain and storm surge. Capt. Bill D'Antuono, a lifetime Naples resident, made the tough call to leave his home and head to higher ground. As the storm receded, Bill went into recovery mode, helping his neighbors as he rebuilt his house. About five months later, Bill is just starting to run fishing charters again and he's already seen how the storm changed the bottom topography in the areas where he fishes and dives in the Gulf of Mexico. This is his story.

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Striper Blitz with Tom Lynch

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:03:00 -0000

Anglers Journal contributing photographer Tom Lynch is no stranger to the New Jersey surf. The sandy landscapes, lighthouses, weather, ocean waves and most notably, the striped bass, are some of Tom's favorite subject matters to capture with his army of cameras. Tom has his finger on the pulse of the Jersey surf-fishing scene. When there's a bite going on, he knows about it. He spends hours and hours fishing from the suds and photographing what he sees. His images are astounding, especially the photos he took during the fall blitz that occurred in late 2022. In this episode of the Anglers Journal podcast, we talk with Tom on a quiet morning as he photo edits some recent images from his gallery in Point Pleasant. Listen in as we learn more about the man behind the lens and the almighty striper feast that outlined the mega bass blitz of 2022.

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Fly-Fishing Instructor Jon Cave

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 14:33:00 -0000

Over the past several decades, Jon Cave has helped all kinds of anglers learn the art of the fly cast. He's helped experienced fly-fishing anglers improve their cast. He traveled to remote outposts to fish back in the day when few anglers did such things. His mind is constantly thinking about the intricacies of fly-fishing, from the diameter of leader material and tippets to tapers and shooting heads to fly patterns and moon phases. Jon sits down to share some casting tips and talks about how fly-fishing has shaped his life.

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The Great Escape

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000

With the year coming to a close, the host of the Anglers Journal podcast, Charlie Levine, looks back at why he loves to fish and discusses how his career path brought him here. Thank you for listening to the podcast this year. Stay tuned for more pods in the new year, and we hope your new year's resolution is to fish more!

Don't forget to pick up the Winter issue of Anglers Journal, which just started to hit the streets, or visit AnglersJournal.com for a subscription. Happy holidays!

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Seasons of the Striper

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0000

William Sisson is a lifelong angler and writer. The one species of gamefish that holds his heart more than any, is the striped bass — a fish he grew up pursuing. In his new book, Seasons of the Striper: Pursuing the Great American Gamefish, Sisson tells the story of this sport fish and the millions of anglers who pursue them. Drawing on three decades of notebooks full of observations and interviews, as well as hundreds of hours spent pursuing striped bass from beaches and boats, he weaves a wide-arching profile of the striped bass.

In this conversation, Sisson talks about his love of stripers, the approach he took on the book and he also reads a few passages. If you love Anglers Journal, and your thoughts are dominated by stripers, you will enjoy this conversation.

The book, published by Rizzoli, is available on Amazon and at bookstores.

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Billfish Bonanza with Mike Sheeder

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:19:00 -0000

Capt. Mike Sheeder grew up in Hawaii where he developed a love of fishing and the ocean. He followed in the footsteps of his older brother, Chris Sheeder, and became a charter boat captain specializing in offshore fishing. He has been fishing Guatemala since 2006, when he took the helm of the 37-foot Intensity, one of the most prolific charter boats to ever fish offshore. Mike has logged some amazing days on the water. He's released 70 sailfish in a day. He's won awards and accolades. And he's seen all kinds of things go down on the water. Listen in to learn more about Mike's ascension in the sport, and his new operation.

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Capt. Benny Blanco

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:56:00 -0000

Benny Blanco grew up in South Florida and gravitated to the local canals and waterways as a young boy. As a teenager he began fishing Biscayne Bay and the Everglades. He became a full-time guide in the late 1990s. His work ethic and passion for fishing and the marine environment are undeniable. When he’s not on the water, he is either spending time with his family or giving back in some way. In this podcast, Benny talks about the challenges he faced as a young Hispanic guide and befriending his mentors such as Jose Wejebe and Flip Pallot. We also discuss Benny’s work with Captains for Clean Water, which has been a leading force in Everglades restoration and Hurricane Ian recovery efforts. Benny is an inspiring individual and it's no wonder he has become such a well-respected waterman.

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Connected by Water: Artist Dennis Friel

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 18:25:00 -0000

Anglers Journal editor Charlie Levine sits down with marine artist Dennis Friel, who is also the host of the Connected By Water podcast. The conversation flows from snakehead to marlin to brown trout and beyond. Charlie and Dennis are longtime buddies and their mutual appreciation for fishing, art and storytelling is undeniable.

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Chuck Ragan: Musician Turned Fishing Guide

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 12:54:00 -0000

In his younger days, Chuck Ragan was a hard-charging musician on the punk scene, singing his lungs out with the boys in Hot Water Music. But when he wasn't stoking his crowds up from the stage with his powerful voice and loud guitar, he was somewhere outside, usually fishing. Ragan's family moved around quite a bit when he was growing up. His father was a golf pro and his mother a ventriloquist. And wherever they went, Chuck fished. He found solace in the quiet. His fishing life led him down many roads, and now he mixes his music career with a burgeoning guiding business, fishing the rivers and lakes near his home in Grass Valley, California. Ragan was profiled in the Summer 2022 issue of Anglers Journal magazine.

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High School Bass Champ Fallon Clepper

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Fallon Clepper is not your run-of-the-mill high school athlete. This young woman is a bass fishing champion, and the first woman to ever win the High School Bass Fishing National Championship. She and her partner, Wyatt Ford, who both attend Lake Creek High School in Montgomery, Texas, beat out a field of 416 boats to win the title. The championship took place on Pickwick Lake near Florence, Alabama. Over the three day competition, the pair caught nine bass for a total of 39 pounds, 9 ounces. We sit down with Fallon to learn more about her experience and the impact she has had on other female anglers.

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Talking Striped Bass with Nick Honachefsky

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 21:14:00 -0000

Nick Honachefsky has covered fishing as a writer and television host for more than two decades. He's a proud New Jersey native, with deep routes to the beaches of the barrier islands where he loves to cast to bluefish and striped bass. He's fished all over the country and abroad, but his world came to screaming halt when Hurricane Sandy devastated the Jersey coast in 2012. He lost his home and all of his possessions, but the angling community came together and helped a brother when he needed it most. Through his love of fishing, Nick rebuilt his life and is now the host of the Saltwater Underground with Nick Honachefsky, a sportfishing television show that airs on several channels. Listen in as Nick talks about his past and future projects, some of which include articles for Anglers Journal.

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Filming Deadliest Catch

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Catching king crab on the Bering Sea in the winter is one of the most dangerous maritime jobs on the planet full of 50-foot seas, hurricane-force winds, frozen rain, pitching decks, dangling crab pots and hot tempers. The conditions and characters involved has propelled the television show Deadliest Catch to high ratings for nearly 20 years. In this podcast, we hear from Clark McNulty, who spent last winter working as a cameraman for the show. As a longtime spear-fisherman from Southern California, Clark is no stranger to boats and fishing, but his experience on the show was unlike anything else he's ever done. If you have ever watched the show and been intrigued by the men, the boats and the conditions, you will enjoy this episode of the Anglers Journal Podcast.

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Hunting Record Tarpon

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Longtime fly-fisherman and bestselling author, Monte Burke, sits down to talk about his latest book, Lords of the Fly: Madness, Obsession, and the Hunt for the World Record Tarpon, the thrilling story of the men who chased world-record tarpon on a fly rod. Few gamefish challenge fly anglers like the tarpon, a high-flying, tackle destroying beast that prowls the flats and backcountry waters. But in the annals of tarpon fishing, one period stands out as the best ever known. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, something unique happened in the quiet little town of Homosassa, Florida. Giant, triple-digit tarpon showed up and so did the best fly anglers in the world — Lefty Kreh, Stu Apte, Ted Williams, Tom Evans, Billy Pate, and others — gathered together to try and catch the world record tarpon. In doing so, they battled beasts on a daily basis and unveiled a never-before-seen competition for a fishing accolade that has alluded so many. Listen in as Monte talks about the men he met in his research, the fish he saw, the history lessons he learned and the process needed to report on such a unique time in fishing history.

Filled with larger-than-life characters and vivid prose, Lords of the Fly is not only a must read for fly anglers, but anyone who longs to better understand the obsessions of an angler on a quest for a world record.

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Talking JAWS with Joe Cermele

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 15:29:46 -0000

You know the menacing music, you know the quotes ("you're going to need a bigger boat!"), you know the terror that is the movie JAWS. Love it or hate it, the movie JAWS came to define the summer blockbuster and impacted entire generations of anglers and moviegoers. In this conversation, we welcome Joe Cermele onto the podcast to share his thoughts. Joe was the longtime fishing editor of Field & Stream, host of the popular podcast "Bent," a fishing film maker and one of the biggest JAWS fanatics we know. You might want to pack a lunch for this one because we dive down very deep and fall head first into a wormhole about the movie's impact, cast, trivia and role in society. Cue the music!

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Talking Tackle with Dave Ferrell

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:45:00 -0000

To keep up with all of the new fishing tackle out there is no easy task. Rod and reel manufacturers are constantly putting out new product designed for all kinds of fishing styles. The same goes for lures, hooks, line and accessories. To get a better handle on all of the new gear out there, we reached out to Dave Ferrell, co-host of the television show Florida Insider Fishing Report and a longtime fishing writer and editor. Dave fishes for everything from bluegill to blue marlin and he knows what gear you should buy (and what you can avoid). He also has a hilarious sense of humor, and will keep you laughing no matter the subject. For more info visit anglersjournal.com.

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The Anglers Journal Origin Story

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:05:00 -0000

Anglers Journal is not your run-of-the-mill fishing rag. Founding editor Bill Sisson had a vision to create a publication for that special band of enthusiasts who feel most alive when they are on the water. Starting a quarterly magazine in today's fast-paced media landscape requires a sharp eye for inspiring content, incredible photography and stunning layouts. This podcast dives into the origin story, explaining how the magazine came to be, what makes it different and why anglers of all walks have grown to love the periodical so much and eagerly await each issue. Take a listen and let us know what you think. And if you'd like to see the magazine or pick up a subscription, visit anglersjournal.com.

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Seeking Tranquility

Wed, 04 May 2022 19:19:18 -0000

When it comes to fishing, less is often more. To free yourself from the noise of the rat race and tune into the scenes and smells around you. In his latest 'Between Fish' column, Anglers Journal editor Bill Sisson speaks about the joys of fishing with simple boats and only the necessities. "Time unspools slowly when you're off the clock, your cellphone is powered down and no one is expecting you back at a specified time," he says. But away the extraneous and take a listen.

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Spring Break: Tarpon Fishing

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:41:00 -0000

The spring tarpon run in Florida draws a vast tribe of anglers who ache to dance with the hefty silver ballerinas

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Drawer full of Memories

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 17:19:00 -0000

Going through a stepfather’s desk reveals a man’s passion for pursuing big fish, and the love he had for his family.

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Season on the Ice

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 22:32:00 -0000

Ice fishing is the memory of American winters, nighttime snow, stacks of cordwood and people in heavy coats staring into holes. Written by John Lee, the feature tells the story of a father and son who enjoy ice fishing at a local pond each winter, staring down freshly augered holes, enduring the cold and eagerly awaiting a bite.

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Between Fish: A Long Way Around

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:05:00 -0000

I grew up in a tribe of Swamp Yankees and, without realizing it, came to embody some of their ways and salty language, outlooks, perspectives and mannerisms.

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A Thanksgiving Fishing Trip To Remember

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 15:12:00 -0000

Catching stripers in the November surf when the world seemed simpler.

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The End is Near

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 21:27:00 -0000

November is not without its attractions as another fishing season in the northeast winds down.

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Between Fish: Here and Now

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 16:37:00 -0000

The magic of fishing comes from being so engrossed in something that your mind thinks only of the here and now. After several months of being stalked by a virus that you can’t see or hear or smell, it was nice to be back fishing — and feeling like the hunter once again.

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Wahoo

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0000

A smoking-fast fish whose name says it all.

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Swordfish

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 16:13:00 -0000

Swordfish are well-equipped to thrive in cold, deep water — and to bring anglers to their knees.

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Largemouth Bass

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 20:51:00 -0000

Largemouth bass look like full-blown eating machines, but they are, in reality, discerning predators

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Crevalle Jacks

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 16:34:00 -0000

Crevalle jacks are voracious, ambushing, eating contraptions with an indomitable attitude

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Cod

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 20:52:00 -0000

Despite the decline in their stocks, cod and all they represent still beckon this traditional New England fisherman.

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Atlantic Salmon

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 18:34:00 -0000

The author has traded the pursuit of traditional assets for one spent acquiring rich memories of Atlantic salmon.

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Fishing in Fog of Covid-19

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 16:49:00 -0000

We first published the story Fishing in the Fog of Covid-19, by Cathy Newman, online about a month ago. Today, we are publishing an audio version of the story, which is read by Jeanne Craig, a longtime editor in the boating and fishing world.

It tells the story of a woman who is so frustrated by not being able to fish her favorite waters that she assembled her travel rod in the alley beside her apartment and proceeded to cast into an asphalt river — and to dream.

We feel the story has a special power and poignancy when read aloud. We hope you enjoy it.

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