Anglers Journal Podcast

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Subscribe to Anglers Journal Sign up for the free newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Subscribe to Anglers Journal Magazine Sign up for the free weekly newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Subscribe to Anglers Journal Magazine Sign up for the free newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. List to more podcasts at AnglersJournal.com This episode is sponsored by IMTRA Sign up for our free newsletter Follow us @Anglers_Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. See more of Tim's photos at AnglersJournal.com Subscribe to our free newsletter. This podcast is sponsored by IMTRA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Visit https://www.anglersjournal.com/subscribe to subscribe to Anglers Journal magazine. This podcast is sponsored by IMTRA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more info visit AnglersJournal.com Follow us @Anglers_Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit AnglersJournal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit AnglersJournal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit AnglersJournal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit AnglersJournal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit AnglersJournal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit AnglersJournal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit Anglers Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit Anglers Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit Anglers Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. For more stories visit Anglers Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices