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In this episode, we have Devin Acton of ‘Blowin we Goin’ to talk tuna fishing East of Chatham (and a whole bunch of other stuff). Make sure to follow on Instagram and subscribe to the ‘Weekly Salvage’ for a round-up style newsletter of the best weekly fishing content, tactics talk, and interviews. This episode is […]

In this one, we chat with Ryan Puzzo and Gerard McAllister, co-founders of the awesome Rifles to Rods organization. Rifles to Rods is a non-profit dedicated to the transition, recovery, and well-being of veterans through fishing. We chat about the formation of the organization, how it’s grown, and what you can do to help out. […]

Joe Baggs is back to talk about first-wave migratory striper action, inshore fluke fishing on the Cape, and we really can’t help ourselves but predict the 2023 tuna action. We also talk about some of the new killer lures in the JoeBaggs lineup. This episode is presented by FISH Northeast. Brand new website is dropping […]

In this one, we chat with Eddy from Monomoy Tackle about all things bottom fishing–haddock, cod, fluke, seabass…the works. Eddy talks about some new products in his Monomoy Tackle round-up and gives the 2023 plan for making the most of your time on the water. He also talks about a very unexpected catch from early […]

We are back and we’re talking with Matt Stone, Old Town Kayak Pro, about his 2022 season. And it was a good one. Matt talks about his strategies for targeting big bass (50-inch stripers anyone?) and prehistoric-era tog (you heard about his 23-pound tog, right?) from the kayak. This one’s not just for kayak anglers! […]

In this episode, we’ve got Joe Baggs back again. This time, we’re talking tuna. Joe recently had a few very successful tuna trips South of the Vineyard and Block Island. We talk about what you need to do right now to get on that sweet yellowfin/bluefin/mahi bite down there. He gives tips on finding the […]

In this episode, we chat with Captain Matt Perachio of Tighten Up Charters about all things fishing bait for tuna. Matt talks about 10-tuna days, specific strategies for fishing the Bay, the Bank, and East of Chatham, and how to rig your setups. Lots of great technical talk here about leaders, terminal tackle, and hooks! […]

In this episode, we have part 2 with Nick Whitbeck of IslandX Lures. We talk more about the other killer lures he offers, and deep dive the tactics for fishing Nantucket and other sandy stretches of beach. This episode is presented by FISH Northeast, Easy Moc, and South Shore Fly Casters.

In this episode, we chat with Nick Whitbeck of IslandX Lures. We talk about the creation of Island X lures, run through his whole catalog of offerings, and deep dive the tactics for fishing Nantucket and other sandy stretches of beach. This is part 1 of the interview with Nick. Part 2 will drop next […]

In this episode, we chat with Eddy Kooyomjian of Monomoy Tackle about all things bottom fishing. Eddy is the owner of Monomoy Tackle, a company he started last year. He offers a huge variety of rigs and jigs for all your bottom fishing needs–from deep sea Norwegian jigs to 1oz “rain bait” jigs. This is […]

In this episode, we have Kyle Schaefer and Alec Griswold of Soul Fly Lodge to talk Bahamian bonefish, permit, and striper (decidedly not the Bahamian type). We chat about their opening of the lodge in 2021, bonefish and permit fishing, and Kyle’s unique approach to ‘guide talk’ in the heat of the permit pursuit. Kyle […]

In this episode, we chat with Brian Kelly of Rocks Pebbles and Sands Fishing. We talk about finding your footing as a relatively new guide and boat angler in the Northeast, striper fishing on the South Shore and Cape Cod Bay through the season, and Brian gives his top flies you need to be tying […]

In this one, we’re talking all things rod building with Geoff Klane of Brackish Flies. Geoff and I chat about choosing blanks, guides, reel seatS, and everything you need to get started building rods. If you’re interested in a custom rod, reach out to Geoff. He’ll build you everything from a salter stream fly rod […]

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Perachio of Tighten Up Charters. Capt. Matt is one of the best tuna captains around and focuses much of his time on getting his clients big fish on spin gear. Listen up if you like tuna! We chat about old school tin boat striper fishing, tuna trends […]

In this episode, we’re chatting with Capt. Joe Diorio about all things bass and tuna. Joe recaps his 2021 season (it was “ridiculous,” his words). From the rivers in the Spring to the nearshore grounds in the summer, Joe found the fish. Joe also talks about the recent On the Water episode that they shot […]

In this episode, we chat with Eric Harrison about monster stripers in kayaks. Eric talks about what he saw in 2021 and how it compares to the striper action of past years. We also deep dive into the strategies for finding and catching big stripers from the kayak, giving a rundown on tips for spot […]

In this episode, Sam Stavis of Suds and Seams Guide Service is back to talk stripers. Sam talks about his 2021 season, his newly-aquired confidence lures, and takes some listener mailbag questions about fishing needlefish and finding success in the middle of the summer. Sam also gives his skunk-saver topwater lure. And it’s not the […]

In this episode, we get crazy with Jerry Audet of In Deep Outdoors. Jerry recaps his 2021 striper season from the surf, deep dives into the tactics and techniques he uses to catch large at night on the fly, and talks about why the outer Cape beaches fished so well this year (or did they?). […]

In this episode, Sean and I chat with Greg Cordeiro about the the weirdness that characterized the 2021 fishing season. We talk highs (monster bass at Race Point, mile-long blitzes) and course, the lows. Then, we get to the mailbag questions, addressing some of the most important and pressing issues ever posed. Stick around for […]

In this episode, we chat with Capt. Dave Peros, On the Water and Salty Cape columnist and local guide. We review our 2021 striper season, wax poetic about the Fall Run, get some schooling on how to catch more albies on the fly, and talk about how you should always lie to your friends about […]

In this episode, we chat with Capt. Ray Jarvis of Salt of the Earth Sportfishing about preparing for the Fall Run. We also compare our seasons so far and talk striper and albie strategies around Buzzards Bay and the Elizabeth Islands. There’s lot of great info in this one, especially if you frequent the locations […]

In this episode, Scott Schneider and Matt Stone of Black Hall Outfitters and Old Town talk targeting big bass from the kayak, the Connecticut fishing scene, and each gives their top three lures for targeting bass throughout the year. We also talk about our Old Town rigs, how to outfit your kayaks for maximum safety […]

In this episode, we chat with John Bianco of Northern Tides Fly Fishing about his three Cheeky Schoolie Tournament wins. John gives us the insight on picking the right structure to catch more stripers from shore. We also talk about targeting stripers from the boat on the flats around the Cape.

In this episode, we chat with James Browne, Maine Striper Guide, about cracking the pogie school striper code from shore, throwing crab flies to stripers in Maine, and getting tuna to eat on the 14wt. Don’t miss this one.

In this episode, we sit down with Tim Moore of Tim Moore Outdoors to talk all things kayak fishing. We chat about Buzzards Bay seabass and the Spot Lock cheatcode, prespawn bass, and our shared vertical jigging obsession. Want to chat more about kayak fishing (or fishing in general) this weekend? Come check out the […]

In this episode, we chat with Patrick Cassidy of Cape Cod on the Fly. We deep dive into strategies for finding and catching stripers on the flats in Cape Cod Bay and the rips off Monomoy. We also chat about striper movements and progressions throughout the season, break down the Macro, Micro and Nano of […]

In this episode, we sit down with Brad Burns, longtime president of Stripers Forever, and Fred Jennings of Peak Dawn Anglers to talk about the history of striped bass management. This is a great conversation with two anglers and longtime conservation leaders who have an immense amount of experience dealing with striped bass and management […]

In this episode, we chat with Jack Murphy, Jack Loveday, and Sean Maiorano of Lucky Jacks Fishing, a guide service and content company. We talk fishing over beers, folks. They review their 2020 striper season from the Cape up to the North Shore, and forecast the 2021 season. They also talk about how a bachelor […]

In this episode, we’ve got Capt. Jay Cianciolo of Laura Jay Charters talking all things tuna. Jay gives his rundown of the excellent 2020 tuna season, talks tuna, blues and bones in Cape Cod Bay, and outlines his strategies for putting more tuna on the deck in 2021. He’s got three words for you. Control. […]

Through the recent restoration and conservation efforts of Southeastern MA Trout Unlimited, The Lyman Reserve Trustees, and other like-minded organizations, Red Brook in Wareham MA has flourished into one of the only streams in Massachusetts with a thriving and sustaining sea run brook trout population. An attempt to change zoning laws adjacent to the preserved […]

In this episode, we have Peter Vandergrift, CMO of Cheeky Fishing, to talk all things Cheeky Schoolie Tournament. We chat about the tourney history, striper conservation, and tips on how to get onto the Tourney Leaderboard this year. Presented by

In this episode, we chat with Dennis Zambrotta about all things Surfcasting for stripers. Dennis talks about the early years fishing Block, how his book Surfcasting around the Block came to be, and of course tells the story of the “Snowstorm Blitz.” Oh yeah, and we talk needlefish. Don’t miss this one. This episode is […]