Quick Strike with Joe Cermele

Ep. 66 - The Big-Water Trout Streamer Attack Plan

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Paul Cain is a dyed-in-the-wool river rat and big-water trout fishing is his passion. Though he’ll fish for them with a variety of gear and tactics, his preference is catching them on streamers. His insights will help you level up and hunt browns you measure in pounds instead of inches.

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Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 65 - So, You Wanna Fish Kayak Tournaments?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Bailey Eigbrett is the host of the “Serious Angler” podcast and a seasoned kayak tourney angler. Of course, you might not be ready to jump in at the top tier of competition. But if you ever decide to test your skills, his pointers can give you an advantage.

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Ep. 64 - The Subtle Art of Fishing Shad Spoons

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000

No matter where you find hickory or American shad, catching them becomes a game of getting the right lure in their faces once they enter their spawning rivers. That's why I'm talking to Steve Reigles, the man behind Steve’s UV Leaves. There’s no one better to break things down than the guy who makes the best (and toughest) shad spoons on the market.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 63 - Get the Jump on Landlocked Atlantic Salmon

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Tim Moore is a full-time guide whose early-season methods apply to just about any Northeast body of water with landlocked salmon. These are his tips for dropping the hammer on these shiny speed demons.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 62 - The Early-Season Striper Checklist

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000

You don’t have to wait for warmer months to get your striper fix. Captain Brian Williams, who runs out of Ocean City, New Jersey, specializes in the early-season tips and tricks that will kick out the first striped bass of the year. So if you’re itching to get on the striper board early, listen up.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 61 - Score Huge Walleyes During the Trickiest Time of Year

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000

There is no better time to hook big numbers of massive walleye than late March and early April, but success revolves around being able to quickly adapt to changing conditions. No matter what you’re experiencing on your home lake this year, Captain Ross Robertson gives you the secret sauce.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 60 - How to Adjust Your Temperature Control

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:06:00 -0000

Moving-water addicts like me are itching to break the ice — literally and figuratively. It can be a tricky time to fish, but according to my friend and Minnesota-based environmental scientist Tyler Winter, if you understand exactly how moving water warms and cools, you’ll find the fish faster. In this episode we get a full breakdown from the guy who monitors the quality of moving water 365 days a year to make his living.

Hosted by fishing editor Joe Ceremele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 59 - Get Jacked Up on a Salty Underdog

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000

Not long ago, Crevalles were largely viewed as nuisance fish because they weren’t very prized tablefare. That attitude is changing, thanks in part to anglers like my friend and former Florida charter captain Zach Miller. Listen up for his tips for anyone who wants to take a swing at these bruisers.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 58 - Big-Bait Trends You Should Know About for Bass

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0000

The big-bait craze is sweeping the nation — again. And the truth is, what’s new to a guy like me (and maybe you) is old news for well-known fisherman Oliver Ngy. So with spring and ice-out fast approaching, Ngy breaks down three baits he says even some of the most devoted big-bait chuckers are overlooking.

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Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 57 - The Truth About Fish Size and Bag Limits

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0000

It’s highly likely that at some point there's been a size restriction or bag limit you disagreed with. But have you ever given any thought to why it was set that way in the first place? Veteran Vermont fisheries biologist Shawn Good gives us a peek behind the curtain on how and why states cook up the fishing laws we abide by.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 56 - How to Take Better (and Safer) Fish Shots

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0000

My good friend Tim Romano is one of the best fishing photographers in the business, and you don’t earn a reputation like his by mistreating fish. Fortunately you don’t need to be a pro to capture better images that are less taxing on your catch. With a few simple tricks, Romano can help you elevate your game with the camera that's in your pocket 24/7.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 55 - Get Down on Trophy Winter Seatrout in Texas

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0000

Despite the redfish, tarpon, and jacks that can be found in Southern Texas, my buddy and former guide Darren Jones is a trout hunter through and through. If you’re looking for an escape, he’s got the inside track on the winter scene.

Hosted by Outdoor Life Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 54 - Simple Tips for Prolonging the Life of Your Reels

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:03:00 -0000

Mike’s Reel Repair is a full-time operation run by Mike Marcotte that specializes in fixing all manner of fishing tackle. According to Marcotte, however, many headaches can be avoided if we all just take a little bit better care of our reels. So, as you wait for winter to give way to spring, use the time to heed his advice.

Hosted by Outdoor Life Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 53 - Conquering the Coldest Steel

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:38:00 -0000

Attacking the tributaries from New York through Michigan in January and February isn’t for the faint of heart, but for the proud “frozen chosen,” winter is no match for a steelhead addiction. A well-known personality in the Great Lakes scene and a maker of fine custom center pin reels, Danny Colville shares some pointers to maximize your effectiveness.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 52 - Flat-Out Florida Pompano Fire

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:42:00 -0000

Pompano have a cult following in Florida. Former charter captain Zach Miller explains how — and why — you should consider his lure-only style of fishing .

Hosted by Outdoor Life Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 51 - Run-and-Gun for Frozen White Perch

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0000

White perch are a bit odd. They exist in strong numbers in many regions of the country, yet few anglers make them a primary target. If these fish exist on hardwater near you, the insight veteran guide Moore drops will help you pin down these fish. Because when you do get on the perch, it’s usually the motherlode — and the action is fierce.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 50 - Cold-Weather Kayak Safety Protocol

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0000

My friend and Outdoor Life contributor, Kevin Hughes, is a kayak fishing machine with no off switch. When he launches in the dead of winter, there’s a mandatory safety checklist that must be ticked. If you’re thinking about doing some winter kayaking fishing, heed his advice to hook up and get home safe.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 49 - Get the Drop on Bruiser Pollock

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0000

While pollock might be obscure saltwater fish, they have plenty of cold-braving devotees, one of which is my good friend Jim Fee, the editor of Cape Cod-based “On The Water” Magazine. So, if you’re looking for a salty adventure this off-season, Fee lays out everything you need to know about these cousins of the cod that aren’t short on rod-bending muscle.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 48 - Shake Off Those Frosty Freestone Trout Blues

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0000

If you're stuck with freestone rivers this winter, don't fret. In this episode Connecticut-based fly guide Rowan Lytle shares his tricks for making the most of those bitter winter days.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 47 - Warm Up with Big O Largemouth Action

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Winter weather patterns in Florida are as deceiving as the fishing patterns out-of-towners might expect. To break it all down, full-time Okeechobee guide Cody Davis gives the real skinny on this huge, massively popular body of water. Follow his advice and you can score the bass of a lifetime this winter while your home lake is frozen over.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 46 - Cold Calling Trophy Blue Cats

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0000

For many anglers, the idea that winter is peak cat season can be shocking. Guide Brian Funnell, who fishes the James near Williamsburg, Virginia, knows their cold season habits well and takes many clients out long after summer crowds have departed. What he's learned on the James applies to moving water blue cats anywhere in the country.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 45 - Surf's Up for West Coast Perch

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Ben Hervey-Murray is a surf guide based in Southern California, as well as the captain of the U.S. surf fishing team. Born in England, Hervey-Murray's experience with “finesse style” surf fishing has given him a serious leg up with perch, which require a simple — though different — approach. Anyone can find them and catch a mess of them this time of year. Here's how.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

Guest is Ben Hervey-Murray.

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Ep. 44 - If You Can Tie These 3 Flies, You Can Tie Anything

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:10:00 -0000

For many of us, river time becomes vise time in the winter. My old buddy, veteran trout guide, and owner of Cross Current Outfitters, Joe Demalderis has narrowed down some key patterns that will help tyers quickly master necessary mechanics. And, no — we’re not talking about making egg flies and San Juan worms.

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Hosted by OL Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 43 - Catch Tautog Like the Cool Kids

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0000

My friend and New Jersey-based charter captain Brett Taylor is as addicted to jigging for tautog as I am. This week, we break down how it all works, because fall and early winter are ‘tog season throughout much of their range. And once you learn to jig them, you’ll never want to use a traditional ‘tog rig again.

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Hosted by OL Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

Guest is Capt. Brett Taylor.

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Ep. 42 - Go Dark for Hardwater Burbot

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0000

All underdogs have their cult followers. Burbot — and burbot fishermen — are especially fired up on the ice, and at night. Guide and Montana resident Rick Matney explains how once you’ve dialed in the bite, it can lead to hours of fun — and one heck of a good fish fry.

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Hosted by OL Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

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Ep. 41 - Trout Flies We Love to Hate (But Keep Using)

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0000

My good friend and former long-time Montana fly guide, Miles Nolte, takes pleasure in dissecting faux pas in the fly game — and that's exactly what we do in this episode. What you'll learn is that a lot of the most hated trout flies on the market are actually matching natural hatches, and they’re all excellent patterns for fall action.

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Ep. 40 - Drop a Bunker Buster on Trophy Stripers

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:03:00 -0000

From New England through Delaware, fishing live menhaden is arguably the fastest way to score a striper weighing north of 30 pounds. But if you’re not used to obtaining and presenting such massive live baits, there can be a learning curve. My good friend ⁠Captain Eric Kerber⁠ drops simple tricks for fishing these baits that'll have you breaking the 40-pound mark by Thanksgiving.

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Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Guest is Capt. Eric Kerber.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 39 - Pre-Gaming for Muskies on the Fly

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0000

You can get your feet wet — and even put that first muskie notch in your belt — with just a little bit of planning and gear that’s not as costly or specialized as you might think. Wisconsin-based guide ⁠Gavin Marquart⁠ breaks it all down in this week's episode.

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Ep. 38 - Put on a Fall Crappie Clinic

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0000

There is no better time to put a hurt on trophy-class crappie than the fall. My buddy Jason Sealock is a true crappie addict who has chased them all over the country, and a lot of his focus is on very large bodies of water. But even if you target crappies on small lakes and ponds (like I do) these lessons he lays out for a fall attack still apply.

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Ep. 37 - Drawing a Bead on Fall Steelhead

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Justin Lasanske is one of the founders and owners of Michigan-based Bloop Bead Co., and he knows bead selection can be intimidating. Fortunately, you can be successful with steelhead this fall if you just follow a few of his basic rules.

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Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Guest is Justin Lasanske of Bloop Bead Co.

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Ep. 36 - Understanding Lake Turnover

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

No body of still water can escape the dreaded fall turnover. But by understanding exactly what turnover is — and what it does to the fish — we can at least get a better handle on where to cast when things get wonky. Enter Shan O’Gorman, a trained biologist and legend in the bass world who will demystify this pesky phenomenon.

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Ep. 35 - Better Filleting with Reed “The Fish Monger” Brand

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Reed Brand has spent years honing his knife skills at his family’s seafood business. In this episode he explains where recreational anglers fail hardest at the cutting table — and delivers practical tips that will get anyone (at any skill level) more proficient at fish processing.

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Ep. 34 - Get Hooked on October Peacock Bass

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Every U.S. angler should fish for Florida peacock bass before they leave this world. In this episode, my buddy Vinny Conwell breaks down why it's hard to beat October.

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Ep. 33 - Hammer High-Speed False Albacore Without a Boat

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Here in the Northeast, albies have a cult-like following. My buddy Kevin Blinkoff, from On The Water Magazine, has learned a ton about the timing and execution that’ll get you more shots at these fleeting speed demons even if you're landlocked or confined to a kayak.

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Ep. 32 - Chunking for Living Dinosaurs

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0000

The lowly bowfin will out-fight bass any day of the week. They’re also a lot easier to catch. Tyler Winter of ⁠Native Fish For Tomorrow⁠ helps break down the basics of chunking for these underdogs.

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Ep. 31 - Can You Handle the Heat of Freshwater Drum?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0000

For most anglers, drum are a nuisance bycatch. The biggest reason drum get the cold shoulder? They’re not great on the plate — or are they? Guide Drew Price runs dedicated drum trips on Lake Champlain each season and spends a lot of his personal fishing time getting after them. Why? Because they’re reliable and pull a heck of a lot harder than bass and trout. Here's how to change your attitude.

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Ep. 30 - Don't Be Scared of Big Trout on Tiny Dries

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:51:00 -0000

Nothing is more blood-pressure-raising to me than pinning a big trout on an itty-bitty dry fly. Scoring the take is the fun part, no doubt, but after it happens I just assume the fish won’t make it to the net. It’s a bad attitude, I know, but fishing micro dry flies also means fishing hair-thin tippet.

Joe Demalderis is a fly shop owner and veteran guide on the upper Delaware River, which straddles the border of New York and Pennsylvania. Come late summer, tiny insects like flying ants are common menu items, which means pretty technical dry fly fishing. But Demalderis has been playing this game for over 30 years. He and I recently sat down for episode 30 of the "Quick Strike" Podcast to rap about how physics and keeping calm are the answer to besting behemoths on micro dries.

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Ep. 29 - How to Become a Party-Boat Flounder Pounder

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:12:00 -0000

Party boat fluking is perfect for anglers of any skill level. But even though the fishing isn’t really complicated, there are some things you should know before jumping on deck. Payton Gepp, captain of New Jersey’s Big Mohawk, explains how to get the most out of your day before you ever climb aboard.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 28 - Hair Bugging Out

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Surface flies made of spun deer hair have been catching bass for more than a century. Today, Brandon Bailes is one of the best hair bug tyers in the U.S. He’s renowned for his ability to spin intricate, detailed patterns that are as much art pieces as functional. In this episode, he explains how to get these old-school bugs drawing up big summer bass.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 27 - Don't Be That Guy at the Boat Ramp, with "The Qualified Captain"

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 13:54:00 -0000

Aaron Stasiak, the man behind the wildly popular Instagram account, "The Qualified Captain," has seen every kind of trailer fail imaginable. Stasiak and I look at the most common problems that trip boaters up at the ramp — and how to avoid them.

Hosted by fishing editor Joe Ceremele

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 26 - Avoiding Critical Snakehead Mistakes

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0000

The popularity of fishing for invasive northern snakeheads hasn’t stopped growing. Just ask Eddie Weber, the owner of High Octance Custom Baits, and Steve Cahn — two veteran snakehead junkies based in Maryland. This week we break down the most glaring rookie mistakes and teach you how to fix them.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 25 - Brush Up on Your Bedtime Ethics

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0000

Fishing to bass on their spawning beds has always been a touchy subject. Matt Pangrac, a pro angler and host of the “Bass Talk Live” podcast has tips for taking care of any spawning bass you might be targeting.

Hosted by OL Fishing Editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 24 - Beat Monster Fish with Mind Control

Tue, 20 May 2025 08:00:00 -0000

“Big” is relative. If all you’ve ever landed are bluegills, a 5-pound bass is monstrous. If you play offshore, a 1,000-pound black marlin might qualify. My friend and host of the BigWater Adventures TV show, Mark Davis, has traveled the world filming fish that can physically hurt you. Here's his best advice on beating a big fish — whatever that means to you.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen of Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 23 - Is Euro Nymphing Right for You?

Tue, 06 May 2025 08:00:00 -0000

In the right scenario, Euro nymphing can produce a lot more trout than traditional nymphing — so much that it's a polarizing method in many circles. Veteran guide and former competition fly angler Anita Coulton spends a lot of time teaching the method. So whether you’re just thinking about getting into the fly game or you’re already a seasoned pro, her insight will help you determine if and when you’re ready to go Euro.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 22 - Earning Your Early-Season Stripes

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:30:00 -0000

Spring striper fishing can be exceptionally rewarding, but it's also much more nuanced than the fall. The insights veteran charter captain Eric Kerber shares in this episode will help anyone with a boat or fishing from shore make the most of this fleeting — yet magical — season.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 21 - Springing into Great Lakes Steelhead

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0000

While the majority of Great Lakes steelheaders have moved on to other spring pursuits, the fish are still there. It's “drop-back” season now, and these tips from my buddy Paul Cain can help you score in those prime runs that you're likely to have all to yourself.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 20 - A Foothold in American Shad Territory

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

The real skill to catching shad? Figuring out where to position yourself to catch them. But my friend and 30-year Delaware River shad guide, Dieter Scheel, says those tricks aren’t being passed down as the culture around these fish wanes. Here's what to know.

Hosted by Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 19 - The Trophy Chain Gang

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 08:00:00 -0000

My friend and owner of High Octane Custom Baits, Eddie Weber, is a fellow pickerel junky. If you’re ready to stick a pickerel worthy of the wall, the tips and tricks he lays out in this episode will put you in the zone.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 18 - The Lost Art of Winter Flounder Fishing

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In the past, anglers swarmed the Northeast coast in late winter and early spring to target flounder, creating an entire culture around the fleeting window in which these fish are available. That culture has largely dissolved, but the fish are still there for the taking. Here's what Jimmy Fee of On the Water advises to put these underdogs back on your radar — and your dinner table.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 17 - Hard Truths About Hardwater Catfish

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Why don’t more people chase catfish on the ice? The answer might be because we don’t realize just how active these “lazy” fish are once the surface locks up. Josh Hoover-Rathjen — a Nebraskan and the host of the popular YouTube channel, PigPatrolTV — has tips that will help you decode catfish behavior in the winter.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 16 - West Side Winter Steel Wisdom

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

My buddy Josh Mills, a board member of the Wild Steelhead Coalition, lives in Washington and is positively obsessed with steelhead. He's a fly fisherman, but his tips can increase your chances of success in winter no matter how you choose to fish.

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Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 15 - Winter Escapes for Bass Addicts

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Former captain of Penn State’s bass fishing team and Outdoor Life’s resident bass geek, Derek Horner, gives his recommendation for top destinations — plus some tips on making hay in each of them while that winter sun is (hopefully) shining.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 14 - Little Things That Make Huge Differences on the Ice

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Over the years, fishing guide Ross Robertson has built a list of seemingly trivial things that shouldn’t matter on the ice, but do. Robertson breaks down how to clean up your act, and catch more fish.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 13 - Beat the Winter Slog with a Classic Flatfish Lure

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Kwikfish, Lazy Ike, Flat Fish, Mag Lip — these lures can all become day savers and day makers, especially in the winter when numb fingers make casting and reeling not so fun. In this episode, Captain Frank Campbell breaks down his simple, yet highly effective, method for catching anything that swims with these lures (no trolling required).

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 12 - The Cold Truth About Winter Fishing in Skinny Saltwater

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Winter fishing in shallow saltwater might not produce the chaotic action of summer, but there are benefits to this time of year — including the lack of pressure. In this episode, Kevin Hughes breaks down how to keep lines tight on inshore staples long after Christmas.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 11 - Slamming Lake Trout from Shore

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Drew Price is a veteran guide on Lake Champlain, and every November he looks forward to the spawning run that draws monster lakers from Champlain’s depths and puts them in easy casting distance from the bank. During a brief window, you can stick lakers with your feet on terra firma in almost any body of water they inhabit. These pointers will get you on the right track while the getting is still very good.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 10 - Cast Or Troll? That Is The Walleye Question

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

We love to fish based on memories. Captain Ross Robertson, a veteran of the Lake Erie walleye scene, sees it all the time. Returning clients go on and on about how during their trip last fall they hammered on this lure or with this presentation and they so badly want to recreate that scenario again. Sometimes it happens; often it does not. The calendar dates might align with the glory day from a year earlier, but that doesn’t mean the conditions are the same. In walleye fishing, success is found either casting or trolling, and many anglers have a preference. In fact, they can become so set on their method that they end up catching fewer fish because they’re unwilling to or unsure of when to switch tactics. But those cues aren’t as difficult to recognize as you think. In episode 10 of the "Quick Strike" Podcast, Roberston un-muddies the water on when to tow the lines or break out the spinning rods. His tips will help you get on fish faster, stay on fish longer, and increase your overall efficiency.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 9 - Is The "Fall Feed Bag" A Myth?

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

The idea of the “fall feed bag” permeates fishing media. It’s so prevalent that it’s conditioned anglers to think that come autumn, all the fish are gorging themselves in preparation for winter. To be fair, this rings true for a lot of species, especially in lakes or reservoirs that experience very little change in water level. But moving-water fish are different, and when it comes to brown trout in particular, the “fall feed bag” is more hype than reality. In the fly fishing world especially, fall is regarded as “streamer season”—the time when wild browns shed all inhibition and recklessly gobble up as many creek chubs and baby trout as they can. My friend and 15-year Montana guide, Miles Nolte, has chased trout all over the world. Now, he lives and fishes in New Zealand, home of some of the best—and most challenging—trout fishing in the world. The insights he shares about the “streamer season” myth on episode 9 of the "Quick Strike" Podcast will not only help you catch more big trout year-round, but also make you a ringer in the fall even when those big streamers won’t get it done.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 8 - Mammoth Carp with a Pinch of Salt

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Carp get mixed reviews in this country. Some anglers are obsessed with them. To most folks, however, they are trash fish. But no matter how you view them, we’ve all been out fishing at one point or another and laid eyes on a carp so big that it dropped our jaws. Connecticut-based guide Rowan Lytle learned years ago that if he wanted more shots at these monsters, he needed to explore the tidal sections of his home rivers. Lytle's guidance can help you land the carp of a lifetime in any tidal river in any part of the U.S.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 7 - Demystifying Stripers on the Fly from Shore

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Surf fishing and flyfishing are both challenging. It might be easy to assume, then, that combining the two presents the ultimate angling test. It's not a cinch, but it’s a lot less daunting than many people believe. Striped bass feed very close to shore, and if you can grasp a few key concepts on what to throw and where to plant your feet, the learning curve is shorter than you think.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 6 - Would You Cast a $500 Lure?

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Do you wince when a $7 lure snaps off on the bottom? Does it really hurt when a $10 bait winds up in a tree? Of course it does, but not nearly as much as losing a custom glidebait or swimbait. The most expensive offering in lure maker Dennis Perko's line-up will set you back $550. But once you understand how these pricey baits can greatly improve your success with trophy fish, the prices become more justified…even if you’re still not ready for that kind of a spend.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 5 - The Most Intense Topwater Smallmouth Bite You Never Fish

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

When you see the white chin of a 5-plus-pound bass rise in crystal-clear water and hover under a tiny fly before simply making it disappear, it’ll change what you thought you knew about how and what smallmouths eat. In this episode, Wisconsin guide Tim Landwehr lays out his top tips for understanding why big smallies get bug drunk, and how to catch them where you fish.

You can read the full story at outdoorlife.com/fishing/catch-smallmouth-with-bugs/

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 4 - The Cheapest Way to Tuna Glory

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

A party boat can get you on massive yellowfins and bluefins for an affordable price. But before you hop on board as a rookie, you've got to learn the rules that maximize the fun. Captain Darren Dorris, who started out as a mate on a party boat, breaks down the critical things rookies need to know before jumping aboard.

You can read the full story at https://www.outdoorlife.com/fishing/cheap-way-to-catch-tuna/

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 3 - Don't Be a Sucker, Fish for Suckers

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

Tyler Winter has been obsessed with chasing suckers since he was a kid. Here's his case for why they should be more attractive to rod-and-reel anglers, plus tactics for how to catch trophy-caliber suckers. Spoiler alert: If you think they're easy and weak, you couldn't be more wrong.

You can read the full story at https://www.outdoorlife.com/fishing/how-to-catch-suckers/

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 2 - The Secrets of Nighttime Trout Fishing

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Looking for a new challenge? Veteran guide Joe Demalderis breaks down the most crucial elements for safely and successfully attacking a trout stream under the cover of darkness.

You can read the full story at https://www.outdoorlife.com/fishing/trout-fishing-at-night

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

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Ep. 1 - Killer Bass Lures the 'Cool Kids' Hate

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Chris Bohlman of the "Retro Bassin'" YouTube Channel tells us which overlooked and largely unpopular bass lures will actually catch far more fish on your home water than the latest, greatest, and trendiest baits.

Hosted by OL fishing editor Joe Cermele.

Edited by Mike Pederson / Eighty Five Audio.

Produced by OL executive editor Natalie Krebs.

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Trailer: Strike Fast, Land More

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:39:00 -0000

Little things can make a big difference in fishing. That's why Outdoor Life fishing editor Joe Cermele is bringing you nuggets of wisdom to make you a better angler. Expect surprising ideas, practical tips, and no filler for fresh and saltwater species all over the country. Episode 1 drops Tuesday July 2, 2024.

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