Podcast

Do you fish with sinking fly lines? You can likely thank our podcast guest for the fly line you use today. Jim Teeny is back...

Today, we’re heading deep into the Gunnison Gorge Wilderness with John Radle, former guide and now general manager at Bauer Reels. John shares what it takes to run this iconic stretch of water during the famous salmonfly hatch, how to scout for trout by looking at water splashes on canyon walls, and what makes the Gunnison rainbow so unique.

If you’ve ever wanted to level up your streamer game, this one’s for you! We’ve got legendary White River guide Chad Johnson breaking down...

The West is home to some incredible bug hatches, but only a few can match the size and intensity of the great salmon fly...

What if we could bring back wild salmon and steelhead to the rivers where they once thrived? With historic runs in the Columbia and...

Stillwater fishing has always been close to my heart, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges and misconceptions. I’m excited to...

Today, we’re joined by Adrian Cortes & Richard Harrington, two passionate steelhead anglers, to dive into the art of dry fly steelheading, the traditions of fly tying, and the deeper meaning behind chasing these fish. We talk about bamboo rods, classic patterns, and why swinging flies for steelhead is as much about mindset as it is about technique. Plus, we talk about mentorship in fly fishing, river etiquette, and how the culture of steelheading continues to evolve. If you love the history, artistry, and thrill of chasing steelhead, this one’s for you. Time to get in the bucket...

Do you know where the most remote and unattainable Fly Fishing Destination is for Spey.  Today's guest Max Kantor, from Guideline Fly Fishing, will...

Today, we’re heading out West with Lindsay Szofran—Team USA angler, guide, and world championship competitor—to dig into fishing the Yellowstone region, nymphing tactics, and how to prepare for a world-class fly fishing competition. Lindsay shares her go-to strategies for fishing the longest undammed river in the U.S., the best times to hit these waters, and how she approaches trout spey for both competition and fun. Plus, we get an inside look at Team USA’s preparation for the upcoming Fly Fishing World Championships happening right here in the US this year. If you’ve ever wanted to fish the heart of the West, this is your chance to learn from one of the best!

In part one of How Lakes Work, Brian and Phil explained lake classification and the key zones we should focus on. In part two,...