John Tavenner a professional guide on the San Juan River in New Mexico knows every inch of this trophy producing tailwater. Listen in while he tells his secrets of fly fishing for big trout with little bugs.

Jeff Currier has learned a lot by participating in the World Fly Fishing Championships including the Polish and Spanish nymphing techniques and English lake techniques. Listen to this podcast as Jeff shares all that he's learned from European fly fishers.

Jim Blauch has guided the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota for the past 20 years. If you want solitude and crazy smallmouth bass fly fishing listen in and Jim will spill the beans on this great destination.

The Green River in Utah is called by some the most beautiful trout river in the United States. Its steep canyon walls and crystal-clear water make for an incredible fly fishing experience. Matt Lucas, owner and professional guide of Western Rivers Flyfisher Guides, will take us down the Green and give us his expert tips on fishing this legendary river.

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

• What is the history of the Flaming Gorge Dam?
• Is the Green River an all-season fishery?
• What weight rods do you recommend?
• How accessible is the river for DIY anglers without a boat?
• Where does Section A start and end?
• What are the fish counts for the A and B sections?
• What hatches are prevalent on the river?
• How is Section B different from Section A?
• When do the mormon crickets and cicadas migrate?
• What makes the Green River an excellent dry fly fishery?
• Does Section C have larger trout?
• What changes do you make when the fish are hesitant to bit?
• How would you arrange a multi-day float trip?
• How do the dam releases change the fishing?
• Is the river managed properly now and what does the future look like?
• What are the guides and outfitters doing to preserve this fishery?

Steven Hawley, an environmental journalist, has revealed the ugly truth about dams. The estimated 800,000 dams in the world can’t be blamed for destroying the Earth’s entire biological inheritance, but they play an outsized role in that destruction. What started as an arguably good government project has drifted oceans away from that original virtuous intent. Join us to learn about the effect dams have had on our planet and what the future of dams can be in our warming world.

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

• You recently published "Cracked: The Future of Dams in a Hot, Chaotic World." What inspired you to write the book?
• How do you see the role of dams evolving in the context of global climate change?
• What are some innovative alternatives to dams for water management and power generation?
• Can you share a story from the book that particularly moved or motivated you?
• Detractors to dam removal cite the financial and environmental benefits of dams. Can you provide a counterpoint to these arguments?
• How do you propose we balance the human need for water and power with the ecological necessity to maintain free-flowing rivers?
• How do indigenous and local communities fit into the narrative around dams and their impact?
• Can you talk about a specific dam removal project that you cover in the book and its outcomes?
• Can you discuss specific examples where dam removal has led to noticeable improvements in fishing quality or fish biodiversity?
• In some cases, a dam removal would destroy fisheries as we know them. What are your thoughts on those situations?
• What are the most common misconceptions about dams?
• Is it possible to remove a dam like the Glen Canyon Dam?
• Are dams still being built in the United States?
• How do you see the dialogue around dams changing in the next decade?

Eric Naguski, a professional guide in Pennsylvania, has over 20 years of experience in fishing the state’s waters. Eric will be showcasing some of his favorite flies, tips on tying them and how to rig and fish them. Join us so you can learn how to fish the waters of Pennsylvania more productively.

The Pacific Coast offers fly fishers a wealth of angling opportunities from Alaska to the tip of Baja California. Scott Sadil's recent book Pacific Coast Flies & Fly Fishing covers many of the proven flies to use for trout, salmon, steelhead, and both inshore and bluewater species and how to fish them. Join us to learn about some of these popular fly patterns, their use, and a bit of history about how they came to be.

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

• How did your latest book Pacific Coast Flies & Fly Fishing come about?
• Do you primarily "match the hatch"?
• Do you fish with whatever works?
• What makes "Bird's BWO Emerger" work?
• Why does the "Vanilla Bugger" attract fish?
• What does "My Favorite Terrestrial" imitate?
• How did the "Green Butt Muddler" come about?
• Does the "Miracle Fly" really work miracles on steelhead?
• How can you be more productive fishing the surf?
• When do you decide to use the "Bullador" in the salt?
• Where do you use "Squid Me" to get the best results?
• Is the "Trilobite" a good fly for surf perch?

Phil Rowley is well known for his mastery of lake fishng. In this show you'll learn Phil's secrets and techniques to fly fishing for trout with Chironomids and other hot flies.

Jake Villwock is a professional guide working in Pennsylvania. He hooks up his clients everyday with big smallmouth bass. Listen in and learn about the flies he uses, how he ties them and how he uses them to catch trophy smallies.

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

• Do smallmouth prefer living in pods or are they a solitary fish?
• Do smallmouth hold in similar lies as trout?
• What is a good weight rod, line, leader and tippet for smallmouth?
• Why do you use swivels in your terminal tackle setup?
• If you could only have one surface fly and one streamer for smallies what would they be?
• What are the trigger colors for smallmouth flies?
• Do you use weed guards on your flies?
• What topwater flies do you use besides poppers?
• What color combinations work best for streamers?
• What crayfish patterns do you like?
• What color is a must have on your crayfish patterns?/li>
• How do you fish crayfish patterns on the bottom?
• When an how do you fish crayfish patterns mid-column?
• Do bigger flies attract larger fish?

Richard Pilatze's expertise is high mountain stillwater fly fishing. He'll be talking with us about the stillwater fishing seasons in the Rocky Mountain region, detailing what the fishing conditions will be, what hatches occur and best methods to fish at that time of year. Join us a get dialed into high mountain stillwater fly fishing.

Richard Pilatzke loves bugs especailly those that drop out of sky, trees or weeds. Listen in and learn the best way to fish terrestrials in the Rocky Mountain region.

Jeff Currier’s pursuit of the yellow permit, 10 pound plus bonefish and the Picasso triggerfish puts him on the other side of the world on St. Brandon’s Atoll in the Indian Ocean. Who else would endure a 26-hour boat ride after 40 hours of flight travel to add a few more fish to his bucket list. Join us to learn about another “Monsoon” Currier adventure.

Get ready to explore the shimmering world of bonefish with Ian Davis, author of A Passion for Bonefish. Ian shares insights from how to read a flat and choose the perfect fly to unlocking the secrets of tides, moon phases, and guide teamwork. Whether you’re dreaming of stalking the flats or planning your next saltwater trip, this show will fuel your obsession for one of fly fishing’s most electrifying and elusive species.

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

• What features of a bonefish’s anatomy make it such a challenging and thrilling fish to pursue on the fly?
• How do their sensory systems—especially eyesight—impact how we approach them as anglers?
• What types of flats and ecosystems do bonefish thrive in across different regions like the Bahamas or Belize?
• Can you walk us through the typical bonefish diet and how it may vary by location?
• What are some of the most consistently productive bonefish flies you've seen or used in different countries?
• Have any fly patterns surprised you in their effectiveness or versatility across different locations?
• How do wind conditions affect both casting and fish behavior on the flats?
• Are there any general rules anglers can follow to understand tidal movement and its impact?
• What makes the guide–angler relationship crucial in bonefishing success?
• What visual cues help an angler read the flats for likely bonefish hotspots?
• What behaviors should you look for when trying to distinguish feeding bonefish from cruising ones?
• What does a perfect bonefish fly presentation look like?
• Can you explain why strip-setting is so critical—and how it differs from trout setting?
• What’s the best way to land a bonefish safely for both the angler and the fish?

Mike McClelland has been fly fishing and hosting trips to New Zealand for over 16 years. Listen to Mike share the challenges and successes of landing nine-pound browns in 20 foot wide streams.