The Itinerant Angler Podcast

Guide School with Greg Lilly - Ssn. 3, Ep. 9

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 20:01:38 -0400

Greg Lilly is the founder and (again) owner of Healing Waters Lodge. He also runs the "Think Like a Guide" series of on-the-water schools out of his location in Twin Bridges, Montana. Come along as Greg discusses guide etiquette, tipping, and how to fish like the guides.

The Midas Touch with Jim Murphy - Ssn. 3, Ep. 8

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:18:29 -0400

Jim Murphy founded Redington and Albright Tackle, and today is President of Hardy North America. Listen to his insightful and uncommonly candid commentary on foreign manufacture, outsourcing, and fly-fishing product design and distribution. Don't miss the unveiling of a timeless classic coming back to Hardy's lineup for 2009.

Predatory Trout with Kelly Galloup - Ssn. 3, Ep. 7

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 22:20:58 -0400

Kelly Galloup is the inventor--or at least the compiler--of modern trophy trout streamer fishing. Listen in as he gives what amounts to a masterclass in his unique sinking line/articulated streamer techniques for "mature" trout; you know, the ones over twenty-five inches!

The Keys with Will Benson - Ssn. 3, Ep. 6

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 21:02:54 -0400

One of the hottest young guys in the Florida Keys right now is Captain Will Benson, also known for his submissions to The Drake's annual fly fishing video contest. Listen as Will gives an inside look at guide culture in the most competitive saltwater fly fishery on the planet; how to book a guide (early--in life!), when to go for permit, tarpon, or bones, and what is really going on inside your guide's head while you're flailing away on the deck.

Frank Smethurst: Running Down the Dream - Ssn. 3, Ep. 5

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:09:33 -0400

Best known for his appearance in Felt Soul Media's hit fly-fishing movie Running Down the Man, Frank Smethurst is one of the few anglers qualified to represent the up-and-coming sector of fly fishing in any environment. Whether he's on the scorching beaches of Baja or in an Ohio river that once quite literally caught fire, Frank conveys the sense that he's just one of your fishing buddies. (Even if he would probably be the most-talented, widest-traveled, and best-groomed of your buddies). Frank's next project is hosting Trout Unlimited's upcoming television series, On the Rise on the Outdoor Channel, starting April 10. (Don't miss the excellent trailer for the show!)

Outside Looking In with Tibor Nemeth - Ssn. 3, Ep. 4

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 18:54:22 -0500

Tibor Nemeth is the commercial photographer responsible for the award-winning Simms Catalog. Come along for this unique look at our sport through the lens of a really talented outsider.

Tradition in Transition with Charles Jardine - Ssn. 3, Ep. 3

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 06:00:00 -0500

Charles Jardine is one of the world's great experts; his breadth of knowledge ranges from the chalk streams of England to the four corners of the United States. Don't miss his insightful and well-informed commentary on the rise of angling tradition, the 'rules' Americans inherited from the UK, and modern-day uses for some pretty old fly fishing technology.

Davy Wotton: From Wales to the White - Ssn. 3, Ep.2

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 18:51:49 -0500

Davy Wotton's road from his homeland of Wales to the rugged shores of Arkansas' White River has been long and winding. Along the way, he's fished with some of the best anglers in the world, in some of the best places in the world. He is unquestionably one of the most innovative anglers of his generation and a sage when it comes to the intricacies of the South's finest tailwater.

Around the World with Barry and Cathy Beck - Ssn. 3, Ep. 1

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 17:49:48 -0500

Barry and Cathy Beck are synonymous with excellence in fly fishing photography. As some of the most successful trip hosts in the industry, they've experienced their fair share of exciting travel experiences, too. Listen in as they reveal a few of their secrets, tell a few hair-raising tales, and display so clearly why they're frequently called 'the nicest people in fly fishing.'

Australia: Along the Fatal Shores with Peter Morse - Ssn. 2, Ep. 26

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:58:35 -0500

Peter Morse is Australia's Fly-Fishing Superman; as the former host of one of the only primetime fly fishing TV shows to ever run worldwide and an expert on most of the fishing opportunities in the Indo-Pacific, Peter's built up a cache of stories unequalled by any. Don't miss his entertaining and elucidating discussions about the four species of bonefish, the jaw-dropping power of the New Guinea Bass, and the amazing temperate species of the Australian mainland!

Colorado Tailwaters with Ed Engle - Ssn. 2, Ep. 25

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 18:41:07 -0500

Ed Engle is one of Colorado's most famous (and expert) anglers and guides. As a frequent contributor to American Angler magazine and the author of "Splitting Cane," Ed is in a rare position to enjoy unfettered access to some of the most exclusive locations. Nevertheless, he calls the South Platte his home water. Don't miss his comments on dealing with crowds, searching for big trout on little flies, and getting away from it all in the high mountain streams.

Ted Leeson On Writing - Ssn. 2, Ep. 24

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 06:00:16 -0400

Ted Leeson is an instructor of writing at Oregon State University and a magazine writer for Field and Stream and Fly Rod and Reel. Come along as he explains the nuances of fly-fishing writing, how it has changed, and how it could be improved.

Jason Borger, Stuntman - Ssn. 2, Ep. 23

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 06:00:25 -0400

Jason Borger has lived fly-fishing's version of the star-crossed life. As the son of Gary Borger, Jason grew up fishing around the world in some of the most appealing places imaginable. Though he could have taken it all for granted, he never lost his love of fishing and, especially, fly-casting; a fact which paid off handsomely when Robert Redford came calling with a little job for Jason: stunt-doubling for Brad Pitt in A River Runs Through It.

Live from Mongolia with the Angling Exploration Group - Ssn. 2, Ep. 22

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 18:36:53 -0400

The Angling Exploration Group is many things, but timid isn't one of them. From Patagonia to New Zealand, Iceland to (now) Mongolia, these young fishermen, world-travelers, and even (in fly-fishing circles, anyway) revolutionaries, are perfectly prepared to drop a snowboard-and-skater-culture-inspired bomb on the staid angling public. But never let it be said that theirs is also the slacker culture: few anglers are willing to roll square into the mouth of the unknown, and none of them do it in such an entertaining fashion. Join the AEG crew live this week from the Mongolian steppes, where they are targeting lenok trout and elusive, massive taimen.

Design Detailed with K.C. Walsh - Ssn. 2, Ep. 21

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:39:01 -0400

Join Simms President and Owner K.C. Walsh as he sits down for a thorough explanation of the difference between Gore-Tex and other breathable fabrics, the balancing act involved in designing the world's most expensive waders, and the fight to cut costs whereever possible.

Bahamas Bonefish Flats-side Essay - Ssn. 2, Ep. 20

Sun, 12 Aug 2007 17:11:14 -0400

Come along with your host Zach Matthews as he fishes for bonefish on Grand Bahama Island!

James Babb's Journey - Ssn. 2, Ep. 19

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 06:00:00 -0400

In James Babb's time as the editor of Gray's Sporting Journal he's learned many things about writing and outdoorsmanship. Don't miss his insightful reflections on sport, literature, and the dumbing-down of our outdoor reading culture.

Made in America with Scott President Jim Bartschi - Ssn. 2, Ep. 18

Mon, 09 Jul 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Scott Fly Rods may well be the last all-American fly rod company. Listen close as President Jim Bartschi lifts the curtain on outsourcing in this even-handed and fair, but uncommonly candid interview. Hang on through the end of the show, when Jim reveals Scott's newest lineup of rods for 2008, including updates to the Classic series as well as a whole new line of highest-performance rods!

How to (Really) Travel with Jim Klug - Ssn. 2, Ep. 17

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 20:46:25 -0400

When Jim Klug left Scientific Anglers to found his own fly fishing travel company, he knew that "fly fishing needed another travel company about as bad as it needed another reel manufacturer." So he took his operation, Yellow Dog Flyfishing Adventures, in a new direction, hiring unknown guides rather than celebrities and booking the world at all its various levels of comfort. Listen in as Jim describes international bank robberies, deaths on flights, and the best fishing on the planet.

En Zed with Simon Chu - Ssn. 2, Ep. 16

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Simon Chu is the man-on-the-scene, the local contact for Britain-based FlyOdyssey (www.flyodyssey.co.uk), a fly-fishing travel company, in the Kiwi land (even further) Down Under. Listen in as Simon gives us the skinny on New Zealand trout and "saltfly" fishing, and don't miss his ideas for a personal tour of the country.

Also, don't miss our new partnership with MidCurrent FlyFishing (www.midcurrent.com), fly fishing's number one online news and information resource. We're very happy to have this partnership.

North Carolina False Albacore with Buzz Bryson - Ssn. 2, Ep. 15

Mon, 21 May 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Buzz Bryson has (frequently) been titled "the nicest man in fly-fishing," and you'll know why after hearing this interview. As the author of Fly Rod and Reel magazine's long-running (but tragically discontinued) "Ask Professor Buzz" column and a frequent contributor to that magazine, Buzz has had the opportunity to fish with some of fly-fishing's greats, and in some of fly-fishing's great places. This week he takes us to the Outer Banks of North Carolina with stories of one of the sport's most notorious tackle-busters: the false albacore.

Dave Klausmeyer, Fly Tying's Impresario - Ssn. 2, Ep. 14

Mon, 14 May 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Dave Klausmeyer, editor of Fly Tyer magazine, picks his favorites, analyzes the looming threat of bird flu, and tells some great fishing stories along the way.

A Life of Trout with Dr. Robert Behnke - Ssn. 2, Ep. 13

Mon, 7 May 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Dr. Robert Behnke is one of the (and maybe just the) world's foremost authorities on trout and salmon species. Listen to his down-to-earth explanations of the creation of cutthroat trout, the salvation of the Greenback and Lahontan cutthroat subspecies, and a little fish called onchonychus clarki behnkeii.

From Kiwi to Kashmir with Brian O'Keefe - Ssn. 2, Ep. 12

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 07:38:10 -0400

Brian O'Keefe has been many things in his life--professional ski instructor, professional photographer, fly fisherman, and world traveler--but above all, he's been excellent. Few anglers have achieved the level of skill Brian takes for granted, whether in fishing or photography. Listen carefully, because in this uncommonly generous interview, Brian gives a lot of advice to the budding professional photographer, and it's the kind of advice money can't buy. Along the way he'll take us from New Zealand to the India/Pakistan border, where an armed confrontation ends as all should: with someone buying a beer!

Dan Blanton: Rigging for Records - Ssn. 2, Ep. 11

Sun, 22 Apr 2007 21:05:16 -0400

Dan Blanton, California striped bass and saltwater expert, discusses rigging for record striper in detail, what it takes to succeed in the California fishery, and some of his experiences in Australia's Gulf of Carpentaria.

Ted Juracsik, Hungarian Revolutionary - Ssn. 2, Ep. 10

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Ted Juracsik of Tibor Reels on fleeing the Communists, fly reel design, and everything in between.

Shooting Aspirin and Pulling Stumps with Lefty Kreh - Ssn. 2, Ep. 9

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Lefty Kreh on everything from Flip Pallott's backyard BB count to pullin' stumps deep in the jungles of New Guinea!

Standing in a River Waving a (Really Long) Stick with Simon Gawesworth - Ssn. 2, Ep. 8

Mon, 2 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Few anglers in the history of the sport have achieved mastery over their chosen specialty on the level of Simon Gawesworth. Listen as he takes you through the burgeoning world of spey fishing; new spey casters may want to write this down: S-K-A-G-I-T.

White Bass and Striper Masterclass with Bill Butts - Ssn. 2, Ep. 7

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 06:00:00 -0400

Bill Butts is a white bass and striper expert who lives in the Ozarks, but is willing to travel around Mid-America chasing his favorite quarry. In one of our most practical (dare I say blue collar) podcasts yet, Bill gives detailed advice on how to target these plentiful and exciting fish on flies.

Bamboo Confidential with Bernard Ramanauskas - Ssn. 2, Ep. 6

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400

Bernard Ramanauskas is the 36-year-old bamboo guru who recently revitalized Scott Fly Rods' cane shop. Enjoy his cerebral and engaging explanations of bamboo rodmaking at the highest level.

Behind the Scenes with Larry Kenney - Ssn. 2, Ep. 5

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 06:00:00 -0500

Larry Kenney describes 1960s San Francisco, when he had a bird's eye view of the founding of the Scott Fly Rod Company and the early development of graphite rods. Don't miss the Streamside Essay 'River X' following the interview!

The Angling Exploration Group takes on the World - Ssn. 2, Ep. 4

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 06:00:00 -0500

The members of the Angling Exploration Group have made it their mission to provide fly fishing's stodgier establishment with a much-needed shot in the rear. Whether they're pummeling rented Jeeps in Patagonia or trout bumming their way across Reykjavik, these young documentarians and explorers make desk-bound anglers everywhere jealous, though as you'll hear, it's not all tall blondes and warm campsites...

Mako Shark on the Fly with Conway Bowman - Ssn. 2, Ep. 3

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:00:00 -0500

Conway Bowman, bluewater captain and flyfishing adventurer extraordinaire, brings us first hand accounts of landing boat-jumping, hand-chomping, kayak-charging mako shark on the fly. Our most exciting episode yet!

Secrets of the Smokies with Steve Moore - Ssn. 2, Ep. 2

Sat, 04 Nov 2006 06:00:00 -0500

Steve Moore, head biologist of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, reveals some of the secrets of the Smokies, including big browns and newly available brookies.

American Angler Editor Phil Monahan - Ssn. 2, Ep. 1

Mon, 04 Sep 2006 06:00:00 -0500

Phil Monahan, editor of American Angler magazine, takes us through the inside of flyfishing publishing and relates stories from his time as a guide, followed by an essay from Brazil.

Texas Tarpon with Capt. Scott Graham - Ssn. 1, Ep. 8

Mon, 22 May 2006 06:00:00 -0500

Captain Scott Graham has quickly become the top big tarpon guide in the great state of Texas, and he wows us this week with his stories of 200 pound fish, as well as fills us in on the new techniques of tracking them.

The Cane Mutiny with Sante Giuliani - Ssn. 1, Ep. 7

Thu, 18 May 2006 06:00:00 -0500

Sante Giuliani tells us this week about his own rehabilitation thanks to cane rods, the early days of bamboo manufacture, as well as gives advice on some good bargains for modern collectors and fishermen to look out for.

Florida Before the Storm with Marshall Cutchin - Ssn. 1, Ep. 6

Mon, 8 May 2006 06:00:00 -0500

This week Midcurrent Flyfishing editor Marshall Cutchin shares some memories from the early days of flyfishing in the Florida Keys, as well as offers some of his impressions on the impact of angling over the last twenty five years in those waters.

Scientific Anglers Chief Line Designer Bruce Richards - Ssn. 1, Ep. 5

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 06:00:00 -0500

We've got a good one for you this week: 3M/Scientific Anglers chief line designer and all around guru Bruce Richards. Bruce discusses fly line manufacture, the Sage Casting Analyzer, and why all those new rods are so darn stiff.

TFO on the Move with Rick Pope - Ssn. 1, Ep. 4

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 06:00:00 -0500

Temple Fork Outfitters founder and President Rick Pope speaks on the impact of outsourcing on fly fishing, Lefty Kreh, and the TFO product design strategy.

Arkansas' Giant Browns with John Wilson - Ssn. 1, Ep. 3

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 12:00:24 -0500

John Wilson fills us in on the amazing brown trout fishery of Arkansas' White River System, as well as his experiences with distance casting and competition fly fishing.

Tennessee's Sad Ditch with Mike Anderson - Ssn. 1, Ep. 2

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 12:00:52 -0500

Miiddle Tennessee guide Mike Anderson discusses his streamer fishing tactics for catching large brown trout on Tennessee's overlooked Caney Fork River. Mike also highlights the Cumberland River of nearby Kentucky and discusses striper fishing on the fly.

Improve Your Flyfishing Photography with Zach Matthews - Ssn. 1, Ep. 1

Tue, 14 Feb 2006 12:00:35 -0500

Zach Matthews, editor of The Itinerant Angler and your host, narrates his slide presentation on improving your streamside photography. The show is geared toward the consumer photographer, and should be listened to while viewing the accompanying slideshow.