Step onto the longest undeveloped barrier island in the world as we explore the legendary fly fishing of the Padre Island National Seashore with acclaimed angler Phil Shook. From bull reds prowling the surf to speckled trout, jacks, snook, and migratory tarpon, this remote stretch of Texas coastline offers endless adventure—and requires smart strategy to fish well. Phil breaks down how to read the surf, locate productive cuts and guts, choose the right flies, handle wind and waves, and target each species through the seasons. If you love saltwater fly fishing, this is a masterclass you won’t want to miss.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• Where is the Padre Island National Seashore and what does it offer fly fishers and other visitors?
• What is the human history of the island?
• How did fly fishers first find out about all the action on these beach safaris?
• What are the game fish that fly fishers find on the National Seashore?
• Are there sharks present, and are they a concern?
• What are the prime seasons, and conditions for the best fly fishing action along the Seashore?
• What is at the end of the road, and why do flyfishers want to get there?
• Is this an area that is easy to wade, or do you need a boat to really fish it?
• Is the Seashore good for day trips or solely for long drives and camping out?
• When you arrive at the Padre Island surf, what are the first signs or indicators you look for before making a cast?
• What rod weights and setups do you recommend to cover everything from trout to bull reds and jacks in the surf?
• What are your go-to fly patterns?
• How do you adapt your retrieve when dealing with wave surges that constantly push and pull the fly?
• What fish-holding features do guides and anglers look for on safaris down the seashore?
• When targeting fast-moving predators like jacks or tarpon, how do you adjust your strip speed or positioning?

Mike Radencich has been tying the classic salmon fly since 1990. These flies are the most beautiful of all fishing flies. They are truly cativating whether fished on big water or proudly framed and displayed. Listen to Mike share over 20 years's experience in both tying and photographing these exquisite flies.

Michael Gorman, a professional and savvy guide, has vast knowledge on one of the most effective methods of catching fish – nymphing. His well-tested techniques are effective on both trout and steelhead. Join us to pick Michael’s brain on all things nymphing.

Chip Drozenski, has fished many of the great rivers in Argentina but one of his favorites is the Limay River better know as the River of Monsters. Join us to discover the secrets of this river where the average migratory browns and rainbows are 26 to 30 inches and trophies are 36 to 40 inches. These monsters can weigh 10 to 20 pounds and be caught in water less than 3 feet deep. This is one show you don't want to miss!

The challenge of fly fishing can increase dramatically when conditions become difficult. Whether it be due to weather, water, cover, hatches, distance, or a combination of those factors, when the angling gets tough, it pays to have a few tricks up your sleeve. Learn from Jason about ways to make difficult angling situations easier and more productive.

Steve Ramirez has been traveling thousands of miles in pursuit of native gamefish in salt and brackish water habitats. Join us as Steve tells his stories of adventures in the salt that weave fish, people, and nature together and how humanity impacts the world in many ways.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• What made you look seaward for your latest book?
• What is Casting Seaward about?
• How did you pick the places and people you want to fish with?
• Do you make notes on site (or en plen aire) or does the writing come from recollections at a later date?
• How do you view your purposeful work in writing about our natural world along with your personal journey?
• What as the most exciting experience you had?
• What experience was the most challenging?
• What species was the hardest to target?
• What experience did you learn the most about fishing?
• Which experience did have that helped you to grow the most personally?
• How do you think the coastal waters are doing?
• What factors are at issue with managing the striped bass and bluefish fisheries on the east coast?
• What can we do as fly fishers to help conserve and preserve?

Adam is obsessed with musky. He’s been fishing for musky for over 25 years. He’s also built a fly shop called Musky Town which is devoted to helping fly anglers catch more musky on the fly. Join us to learn Adam’s secrets to mastering musky on the fly.

***Due to technical difficulties, Adam’s episode has been rescheduled for fall 2023.

Blake Jackson, a professional guide from Casper,  Wyoming, specializes in guiding his clients to Wyoming’s great fisheries, like the Miracle Mile, Grey Reef, Fremont Canyon, and local lakes. Whether it's trophy trout or spooky carp Blake knows where to go and how to get hooked up. Join us to learn about these incredible fisheries and how to fish them.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• What are the four major sections of the North Platte River?
• Is the area around Saratoga worth fishing?
• How did the Miracle Mile get its name?
• What spawn occurs on the Miracle Mile that brings up the big fish?
• What flies work best on the Miracle Mile?
• What section is fished most often in Fremont Canyon?
• What epic dry fly hatch is Fremont Canyon known for?
• What sections of Grey Reef are the most productive?
• What flies work best on Grey Reef and why?
• What strategies do you use to fish Grey Reef?
• What is the most common mistake most fly fishers make when fishing Grey Reef?
• Why has carp fishing in Wyoming exploded?
• Where is the best place to fish for carp in Wyoming?

Bill Edrington knows what works and one of those things is fly fishing with wet flies for trout. If you haven't been using wet flies this show will be very enlightening and may change the way you fish in the future.

Jason Booth has guided over 6,000 fly fishers down the Gunnison River over the past 23 years so he knows this river like the back of his hand, maybe better. Join us to learn about the secrets of the Gunnison River in Colorado - where to go and how to fish it.

Skip Morris is a full-time fly fishing author and speaker who has published 22 books and over 350 magazine articles on fly fishing and fly tying. Skip makes fly tying so simple anyone can do it. If you’re interested in fly tying but haven’t given it a try yet listen in and Skip will provide all the information you need to get started and to be successful.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• How did you get started tying flies?
• Is it more expensive to tie your own flies than to buy them?
• What tools do I absolutely need to get started tying flies?
• What should I look for in a good vise?
• What are the important features of a good bobbin?
• What are the basic materials needed to get started?
• What is the difference between the different brands of hooks?
• What is your go-to thread material?
• What sizes of thread should I get to begin with?
• What do the different grades of capes mean?
• Do you weight your flies or use other methods to get deeper?
• Do you think adding purple to a dry fly marks it fish better?
• What tips do you have for tying very small flies?

Phil Shook has traveled and fished extensively throughout Mexico. Phil considers the three giant estuaries off Highway 307 in Quintana Roo some of the best flats fishing in Mexico. Ascension, Espirtu and Chetumal will definiely have you on the hunt for your grand slam.

Brian McGeehan has been a professional fly fishing guide since 1995 and considers the rivers of southern Montana his home waters. Listen in to hear how to fish the Madison River - a river that will always challenge you and show you a different face at every turn.

Once thought to be extinct, Colorado's famed greenback cutthroat trout is now in the process of making a remarkable comeback. Listen in to hear how Jim Rubingh and Richard Fritz explored Colorado in search of the greenback cutthroat, where they found them and the best strategies for putting one on your prized catch list.

Topher Browne worked as a professional guide and has fished for Atlantic salmon in Canada, Iceland, Scotland, Norway and Russia. Listen in to hear his secrets on hooking up with and landing these incredible fish.