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Ask About Fly Fishing - Podcast
Hosted by D. Roger Maves · EN
Fly fishers enjoy a fresh approach to learning about fly fishing. Listen to interviews with industry experts - broadcast LIVE over the Internet, recorded and made available as podcasts for an international audience.
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Bonefish Dreams: Chasing the Grey Ghost Around the World
1w ago01:20:46Tap to summarizeWhat is it about bonefish that inspires anglers to travel thousands of miles, endure endless flights, and return to the flats year after year? Frank Foster shares unforgettable stories, legendary guides, hard-earned lessons, and the adventures that fueled nearly four decades of chasing the elusive "grey ghost" from the Bahamas and Cuba to the Seychelles and beyond, Whether you're a seasoned flats angler or dreaming of your first bonefish trip, this episode will inspire your next adventure.
Transcribe →A Fly Fisher’s Road Trip Across California
4w ago01:18:33Tap to summarizeListen in as Greg Vinci provides an unforgettable fly fishing road trip across California as we explore the waters featured in his book, The Complete Guide to California Fly Fishing. From the rugged Southern Cascades to coastal streams and the legendary rivers and lakes of the Sierra’s west and east slopes, Greg shares the destinations, tactics, hatches, and hidden gems every fly angler should know. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or simply love California trout water, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.
Transcribe →Topwater to Bottom: Cracking the Code on Smallmouth Bass
May 2101:23:20Tap to summarizeSmallmouth bass aren’t just aggressive they’re strategic. Jake Villwock breaks down how to consistently catch more fish by targeting all three feeding zones: topwater, mid-column, and bottom. He reveals how modern fly design—from foam bugs to articulated baitfish and lifelike crayfish has transformed the game. Whether you’re chasing explosive surface eats or dialing in subsurface tactics, you’ll learn how to fish smarter, adapt faster, and unlock the full potential of smallmouth on the fly.
Transcribe →A Fishable Feast: Fly Fishing and Eating Your Way Around the World
May 701:11:36Tap to summarizeWhat happens when world-class fly fishing meets unforgettable cuisine? Listen in while globetrotting fly fishing guide and chef Matthew Supinski explores the intersection of rivers, culture, and the table. We’ll journey from legendary trout streams to coastal waters around the globe—discovering how food, place, and angling traditions intertwine. If you’ve ever dreamed of chasing fish by day and savoring local flavors by night, this conversation will awaken your appetite for adventure.
Transcribe →The DIY Fly Fishing Road Trip: From Tents to Airstreams
Apr 901:24:00Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to turn a simple camping trip into an unforgettable fly fishing adventure? Robert Streeter shares lessons from years on the road—from tent camping in remote waters to traveling in an Airstream in search of the next great fishery. Learn how to discover prime destinations, plan your trips, and create DIY fly fishing experiences that fit your lifestyle. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or an Alaska expedition, this conversation will inspire you to hit the road and find your own adventure.
Transcribe →Nymphing Strategies for Trinity River Steelhead: Flow, Depth, and Control
Feb 2601:24:12Tap to summarizeSteelhead on the Trinity River aren’t accidental fish—and neither are the anglers who consistently find them. In this episode, professional guide Alex Ross breaks down the nuts and bolts of deep nymphing for Trinity River steelhead from a drift boat. We dive into reading flow-driven water, boat positioning, rigging for depth and control, fly selection by conditions, and the subtle adjustments that turn “good water” into hooked fish. If you want a practical, guide-tested approach to putting winter steelhead in the net on one of California’s most iconic rivers, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Transcribe →Bowfin, Gar, Pike, Trout & More: Cracking the Code on Lake Champlain’s Fly Fishing Giants
Feb 5Tap to summarizeLake Champlain may be one of the most diverse fly-fishing waters in North America, and it remains largely underexplored by fly anglers. Professional angler Drew Price breaks down how to target the lake’s incredible mix of species—from explosive bowfin and prehistoric longnose gar to northern pike, bass, carp, freshwater drum, and even salmonids. Drew shares practical strategies on seasonal movement, sight-fishing tactics, fly selection, and reading complex habitat across this massive fishery. If you’re ready to go beyond trout and discover a truly wild, multi-species fly-fishing experience, join us and open your eyes to what Lake Champlain really offers.
Transcribe →After Dark Predators: Fly Fishing with Mouse Patterns for Trophy Brown Trout
Jan 22Tap to summarizeWhen the sun goes down, big brown trout come out to hunt—and few flies trigger more violent takes than a well-fished mouse. In this episode, Michigan guide Tommy Lynch breaks down the art and science of fly fishing with mouse patterns. We cover mouse fly design, rods and lines, presentation tactics, reading water at night, and how to safely fish after dark. If you want to target your biggest trout on purpose, this episode delivers the playbook.
Transcribe →Fly Fishing Pressured Waters
Jan 8Tap to summarizeFishing pressure is at an all-time high—but smart anglers adapt. In this episode we're joined by Nick Conklin and Collins Illich to break down advanced tactics for fooling highly educated fish on crowded waters. From strategy shifts to subtle presentations, this conversation delivers practical insights you can apply to pressured rivers anywhere.
Transcribe →Surf, Sand & Silver - Fly Fishing the Padre Island National Seashore
Dec 4Tap to summarizeStep 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.
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