Captains Collective Fishing Podcast
Episodes
#073 Steve Yancar and Chad Smith: Praech Productions, Working through Differences, and Learning from the Best
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Steve Yancar and Chad Smith of Praech Productions (not a typo) and discuss their entrance into outdoor media, how th...
Guiding Flow Series: Tampa Bay Round Table
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Maya Burke of the Tampa Bay Estuary Program and Captain Dustin Pack to discuss some of the victories and challenges ...
#072 Brandon Cyr: Picky Permit, Parenting, and Life in the Keys
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Cyr and discuss his childhood growing up in the Keys. Brandon also shares how he approaches fishing the flat...
#071 Brian Esposito: Modern Gladesmen
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Brian Esposito and discuss his journey into guiding, the ins and outs of Florida’s Everglades, and how his days of...
#070 Court Douthit: Get A Round Tuit
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Court Douthit of the Saltwater Specialist located in Tampa Bay. In this episode, Court shares the correlations betwe...
Guiding Flow Series: The Obsession of Carter Andrews
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
n this podcast, we sit down with Carter Andrews, host of The Obsession of Carter Andrews, and discuss how he got started as a guide, and his experie...
Guiding Flow Series: Depolarizing Conservation and Building Up Advocates
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this series, Captains Collective works with the television show Guiding Flow in order to further the conversations and discussions featured on each...
#069 Meredith McCord: Chasing Records, World Travel, and Building Community
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Meredith McCord and discuss how she first got into the outdoors, her travels around the world, and what has driven h...
#068 Brian Vaughn: Efficiency, Expansion, and the Hells Bay Estero
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Brian Vaughn of Hilton Head South Carolina and discuss how he began guiding as a teen on offshore boats, the importa...
Guiding Flow Series: Hilary Hutcheson
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast series, we have teamed up with our friends at Guiding Flow TV. Each interview is designed to continue the conversation and focus the g...
#067 Kyle Pitts: Panama City Beach - Beneath the Surface
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Pitts of Shallow Water Expeditions and discuss his home waters of Panama City Beach. In this podcast, Kyle shar...
#066 Jako Lucas: Giant Trevally , International Guiding, and Dealing with Criticism
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Jako Lucas of Capt. Jack Productions and discuss his upbringing in South Africa, how he became an international fish...
#065 Travis Huckeba: Hard Work, Slow Living, and Rural Fisheries
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Travis Huckeba of Saltwater Solutions and discuss his roots in the Florida Panhandle, the ropes of rural fisheries, ...
#064 John Dunaway: Learnings from Life at Sea
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with John Dunaway who has traveled to over 35 countries, captaining large vessels. In this episode, John shares how he g...
Guiding Flow Series: A Chance to Save Florida's Everglades
08 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this series, Captains Collective works with the television show Guiding Flow in order to further the conversations and discussions featured on each...
#063 Jonathan Moss: Teaching, Television, and Taking Leaps of Faith
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Moss of the Captains Log and discuss how he went from being an elementary school PE teacher to a full time ...
#062 Ty Hibbs: Louisiana Jacks, Cajun Crawfish, and Learning from Others
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Ty Hibbs and discuss his home waters of Louisiana, how he wade fishes for summer time jacks, cajun crawfish,...
#061 Royce Dahnke: Shallow Flats, Blue Water, and Hunting Crossovers
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Royce Dahnke of Cast’n Blast Charters which runs both inshore and offshore charters in Destin Florida. In this epi...
#060 Jamie Howard: Fishing, Filming, and Working through the Chaos
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Love it or hate it, film and media has been a shaping force in the outdoor world. From books, articles, films, and tv shows people have been able to s...
#059 Chris Herrera: Smoking Meat: Battling Cancer, and the Importance of Positivity
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Captain Chris Herrera of Palm Coast Charters and Captains BBQ. In this episode, we discuss Chris' history as a guide...
#058: Brian Jill: Traveling the World, Exploring the Unknown, and Dealing with Pressured Fisheries
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Brian Jill and discuss how he got into guiding and filmmaking, what goes into producing great content, and his adven...
#057 Simon Perkins: Learning from the Best, Lowering Walls, and Caring About More than Margins
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Simon Perkins of Orvis. In this episode, we discuss how he discovered his own love for the outdoors, product develop...
#056 Kyle Schaefer: Cold Showers, New England Stripers, and Adapting to Different Environments
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Kyle Schaefer and discuss how he got into guiding and his experiences working in Colorado, the Bahama's and New Engl...
#055 Vince Stegura: Fishing the Waters of Oman and Fighting for Authenticity
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Vince Stegura of Skinny Water Culture and discuss his upbringing in South Florida, his teenage days of chasing snook...
#054 Adam Hudson: The Road to Recovery, Shallow Water Redfish, and Lessons from Around the World
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I sit down with Captain Adam Hudson and discuss tips for chasing winter redfish, his battle with sobriety, and the significance he ha...
Holiday Gift Guide
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
THE unofficial, semi-certified, number one and only source for your outdoor gifts. Marty Gallipeau of Badfish Supply and I teamed up to have some fun ...
#053 Marty Gallipeau: Long Trips, a Love for Food, and Pushing through the Ups and Downs
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Marty Gallipeau of Badfish Supply. In this episode, we discuss what long road trips have taught Marty about life and...
#052 Round Table: Lisa Rinaman, Rami Ashouri, and Benny Blanco
28 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special live recording, we sit down with Lisa Rinaman of the St. John's Riverkeeper, Captain Rami Ashouri, and Captain Benny Blanco. This podc...
#051 John Landry: Bristol Bay, the Everglades, and "Everyone in Between"
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain John Landry and discuss how he went from fishing Florida’s flats with his father to guiding in Alaska’...
#050 Jeremy Clark: The (Seemingly) Mundane
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jeremy Clark and discuss photography, fishing, and his appreciation for the "seemingly mundane." We also discuss tip...
#049 Andy Bowen: Georgia on the Mind
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Andy Bowen of Cohutta Fishing Company, and discuss his upbringing in Georgia, chasing bass as the son of a farmer wh...
#048 John Irwin: Pursuing Cobia, Growing from Pressure, and Sewing Up Fish
09 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain John Irwin of Charleston South Carolina and discuss a wide range of topics spanning from world travel to fam...
#047 Chris Peterson: Beating Cancer, Building Boats, and Never Growing Up
25 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Peterson, owner of Hells Bay Boat Works, and discuss the early days of his childhood in Florida, his fight wit...
#046 Jake Ellington: Fishing Charleston and Engaging Families in the Outdoors
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jake Ellington and discuss the Charleston fishery. We also cover the advantages of running bay boats and flats skiff...
#045 Paul Puckett: Art, Travel, Sketchy Stuff & Smoked Okra
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Paul Puckett of Flood Tide Company and discuss his childhood chasing bass in Texas, how he learned that guiding wasn...
#044 Alvin Dedeaux: Texas Fishing, Poppers for Bass, and the Importance of Difficult Conversations
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Alvin Dedeaux, and discuss how he got into guiding, his love for Texas fishing, trailer maintenance, fly fishing fo...
#043 Billy Rotne: Bull Reds, Biology, and the Importance of Being Aware
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Billy Rotne and discuss his home fishery of the historic Mosquito Lagoon, and how his background in biology has help...
#042 Flip Pallot: Reflections from the Front Porch
17 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Flip Pallot on his front porch and discuss Florida values, outdoor innovation, the early days of his childhood exp...
#041 Alycia Downs: Sharing Stories, Setting an Example, and Championing Stewardship
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Alycia Downs of Captains for Clean Water and discuss her background in the outdoors and marketing. We also discuss t...
#040 Rick Ruoff: Dealing with Change, Traveling the World, and Polling Till You Run Into Something
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Rick Ruoff and discuss his career of 50+ years of guiding. Rick began guiding in 1969 as a college student s...
#039 Drew Chicone: Slowing Down, Tying Flies and Passing Knowledge Along
05 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Drew Chicone of Salty Fly Tying and discuss how he started his business and career in the outdoor industry. We also ...
#038 Debbie Hanson: Being Prepared, Putting the Puzzle Pieces Together, and Guiding for Peacock Bass
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we sit down with award winning writer and fishing guide Debbie Hanson of She Fishes Too. We talk about guiding in Florida's fresh wate...
#037 Jay Carson: Utilizing Time, Building Relationships, and Polling for Redfish
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Jay Carson, and discuss the importance and best practices of utilizing your time on the water, the significa...
#036 Chris Wittman: Strategy, Sacrifice, and Going All In
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Wittman, cofounder of Captains for Cleanwater. After two decades guiding, Chris made the decision to go all in...
#035 Andy & Nicky Mill: Fishing, Family, and Learning to Win
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Andy and Nick Mill and discuss the a wide variety of topics ranging from fatherhood, to tarpon, to fishing with Geor...
#034 John McCloskey: Giving Instruction, Reading People, and Getting Your Face On A Beer Can
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with John McCloskey who guides both in Alaska and North Georgia. John specializes in spay fishing and swinging streamers ...
#033 Dave Bradley: Chasing Permit, Fishing Australia, and Making it Up as You Go
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Dave Bradley of Australian Flyfishing Outfitters and discuss his how he encountered fly fishing in Australia, which ...
#032 John Turcot: Fishing Mosquito Lagoon, Having Faith, and Dealing with Change
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with John Turcot, aka "The Dude," and discuss 40+ years of fishing Mosquito Lagoon. We also discuss the history of the la...
#031 Tommy Koulouris: Fin and Fowl
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tommy Koulouris, of Fin and Fowl Florida. After a season guiding waterfowl, we discussed his transition from a skiff...
#030 CA Richardson: Flats Class University
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with CA Richardson of Flats Class University and discuss his background, how he developed as an outdoor educator, tips on...
#029 Scott MacCalla: Scouting and the Significance of the "Little Things"
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview Scott MacCalla and discuss the influences that shaped him as a guide, a lifetime of fishing the Mosquito Lagoon, tips on...
#028 Ke'Mari Cooper: Young, Excited, and Loving It
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Ke'Mari Cooper of Tallahassee and discuss his viral bass video, fishing with his dad, and his love for the water. In...
#027 JT Van Zandt: Keep it Simple, Fight for Progress, and Enjoy the Journey
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with JT Van Zandt of Rockport Texas and discuss his journey into guiding, how he approaches conservation, his hopes for f...
#026 Chase Hancock: Fishing Flood Tides, Seeking Change, Raising Kids, and Skinny Water Culture
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Chase Hancock of Skinny Water Culture and discuss fishing flood tides, needed changes in the outdoor industry, raisi...
#025 Brett Martina: Hometown Roots
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Brett Martina of Apalachi Inshore and discuss his small town upbringing, the importance of authenticity, and how to ...
#024 Vaughn Cochran: Life, Art, and a Love for the Water
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Vaughn Cochran, the creator of the iconic Blackfly brand. After finishing an art degree at USF, Vaughn made his way ...
#023 Al Keller: Travel, Navigating Tension, and Tactics for Getting Business
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Al Keller of NOLA Guides and discuss the perks and challenges of guiding on the road, how minimalism has impacted th...
#022 Tom Rosenbauer: Catching Breaks, Teaching Others, and Keeping It Simple
11 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Rosenbauer of Orvis Fly Fishing. Tom has become a household name in the fishing industry after 30+ years of work...
#021 Lacey Kelly: Overcoming Obstacles and Seeing the Outdoors through a Child's Eyes
27 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Captain Lacey Kelly who guides hunting and fishing with Florida Outdoor Experience. Lacey began guiding in Fort Myer...
#020 Cleve Evans: Resilience, Recovery, and Rebuilding from Hurricane Michael
13 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Cleve Evans of Forgotten Coast on the Fly and talk about his experience with Hurricane Michael which complet...
#019 Benny Blanco: More Education, Better Water, and Becoming an Advocate
06 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Benny Blanco, host of the new outdoor show Florida Sportsman Watermen. We discuss a variety of subjects ran...
#018 Gray Drummond: Woods, Water, and the True Wild Florida
23 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Gray Drummond of Florida Outdoor Experience (FOE) and discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from business success...
#017 Greg Dini: Coaching Clients, Chasing Redfish, and Treating Every Cast Like It’s Your Last
09 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Greg Dini of Flywater Expeditions and discuss how he got into guiding, challenges of spending time on the road, Loui...
#016 Jordan Todd: Hurricanes, Side Hustles, and Learning to Love the Water
26 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Jordan Todd of Salt Water Obsessions and talk about Port Saint Joe, Hurricane Michael, how side hustles helped bui...
#015 Larry Hastings: Sixty Years of Stories, Bonefish, and Shooting Stuff from Helicopters
12 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Larry Hastings who spent over sixty years of his life working on the water. During this interview, we got a chance t...
#014 Jonathan "Stump" Hamilton: Looking for Patterns, Building a Reputation, and Giving 110%
28 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan "Stump" Hamilton and discuss his views on how to identify patterns in the fishery, how he has worked to bui...
#013 Chip Leavine: Celebrating Fathers, Investing In Clients, and Always Learning
16 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Father's Day episode, we sit down with Captain Chip Leavine of FC Charters located in Carrabelle Florida. In this podcast, we celebrat...
#012 David Mangum: Focused and Unfiltered
07 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we sit down with David Mangum of Shallow Water Expeditions and talk about his history as a guide, and what it has looked like for him ...
#011 Lionel James: Having a Fighter's Mindset, Marketing, and Fun-First-Fishing
23 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Lionel James of Lions Tale Adventures, and Cali Hlavac, and discuss marketing, social media, and how mixed martial a...
#010 Jim Farrior: Art, Patience, and Fly Fishing
10 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Captain Jim Farrior and discuss a variety of topics including fly tying, the importance of patience, working fish wi...
#009 Eugene Shuler: Leading a Guide Staff, Knowing History, and Smokey Mountain Trout
01 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview Eugene Shuler of Fly Fish the Smokies. Eugene is our first freshwater Captain on the podcast and has been guiding for ov...
#008 Nat Ragland: The Early Keys, Innovation, and Stories from a Pioneer Angler
17 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Nat Ragland. Nat was a guide in the keys for over thirty years and has a lifetime of interesting stori...
#007 Tom Rowland: Building a Business, the Myth of Balance, and What Makes a Great Angler
03 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Tom Rowland of the Tom Rowland Podcast and the television show Saltwater Experience. Outside of filming fourteen sea...
#006 Jimmy Long: Homosassa Hospitality And How To Make The Most Out Of Mentors
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Captain Jim Long of Homosassa Outfitters and talk about Homosassa style hospitality, the benefits of a great guide a...
#005 Rob Fordyce: Dedication, Details, and Dialing In On Tarpon
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Rob Fordyce from the tv show The SeaHunter. Rob has been a professional guide, tv host, and athlete for 30 years. Ro...
#004 Scott Burgess: Sight Fishing and Starting From Scratch
21 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we sit down with Scott Burgess of Skinny Situation Charters. Fishing Points App: https://fishingpoints.onelink.me/C3Ih/captain Turtl...
#003 Bou Bosso: Guard Your Passion, Tips On Guiding, and Chasing Fish In Your Underwear.
06 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Bou Bosso of Islamorada Florida. Bou is a world-class flats guide, a passionate angler, and was as a founding membe...
#002 John Swanson: From The Marines To Marinas
25 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with former Marine, John Swanson, and talk about his transition into guiding in the Big Bend, working with clients, marin...
#001 Harry Spear: Pony Tails, The Florida Keys, And Building Great Skiffs
11 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview Harry Spear who after 30 years of guiding in the Keys relocated to the Florida Panhandle to start a new adventure of bui...