Best Bonefish Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 154: Capt. Honson Lau - One of the Sharpest Minds in Bonefishing 1:20:02

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Honson Lau is a respected part-time fishing guide based in South Florida, balancing his time on the water with a professional career in IT at Baptist Health South Florida. Every opportunity outside of work is devoted to the flats, where Honson has built a reputation as a technical, and highly skilled guide.While well-versed in targeting all flats s…

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Fly Fishing Pressured Waters

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Fishing 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.…

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Winter Grayling with Ed Thomson 30:51

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Send us a text Episode 312 - Winter Grayling with Ed Thomson It's between Christmas and New Year and I get a message from Ed asking if I fancy going fishing. The answer, of course, is yes. We eat a big breakfast and head to the river. It is always a pleasure to hear about a piece of water that means so much to them and this episode is no exception.…

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Tips for Fly-Fishing Backpacking Trips, with Derek Bargaehr 1:24:15

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Want to get away from the crowds? Want a high mountain lake or stream all to yourself? The best way to do this is to take a backpacking trip, but you need to prepare more than you would for a car trip or a trip to a lodge. What exactly should you take and what should you leave behind? What kinds of flies and accessories should you bring? How can yo…

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Aquaphobix: The Full Q&A! | Ep. 1002 53:44

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As saltwater anglers, we've all dealt with the ugly reality of bottom paint. You spend six figures on a beautiful boat, only to have someone slap what looks like an "ugly wig" on the hull. Then you're paying divers constantly to scrape it clean, dealing with toxic chemicals leaching into our fishing waters, and repeating this expensive, environment…

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Episode 155: Roland Martin - Bass Legend 1:15:31

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Roland Martin is one of the most influential and successful figures in the history of professional bass fishing. A nine-time B.A.S.S. Angler of the Year and winner of 19 Bassmaster tournaments (19 times runner up as well), Martin helped define competitive bass fishing during its formative decades. Known for his versatility, consistency, and deep un…

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Backcast: Foraging Along Trout Streams, with Sam Thayer 1:20:50

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This episode was originally published on July 14th, 2023. I think most stream anglers are interested in foraging, since we're immersed in nature all day long and although we watch for fish and insects and birds, many of us don't pay attention to the plants. And there are many delicious plants along trout streams you can take home for dinner—most of…

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Jani Himanko - Surf Board Streamers, Dry Flies and Big Trout 1:05:21

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Send us a text Episode 311 - Jani Himanko - Surf Board Streamers, Dry Flies and Big Trout My guest, Jani Himanko, is based in Finland. He tells me about the fishing in the area including the incredible story of the huge trout that leave the lakes to feed on the coarse fish that come into the river to spawn. I hear about the patterns he and his frie…

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Sam Root | Fishing Photographer and Social Media Star | Ep. 1001 1:04:31

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Sam Root is a content creator in the fishing industry and a key part of the team at Pure Fishing — one of the biggest fishing companies on the planet. We go way back (forums, early DSLR days, the first years of Saltwater Experience), and in this conversation we get into what’s actually changed in fishing media… and what hasn’t. We talk about the de…

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Backcast: All About Bamboo Fly Rods, with Shawn Brillon 1:41:45

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This episode was originally published on August 19th, 2022. Want to know how a bamboo fly rod is made? How long it takes to make one? How many different hands touch an Orvis bamboo fly rod before you (and your children and grandchildren) become its lucky owner. And finally, what's so great about bamboo fly rods? How are they different from fibergla…

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A New Chapter - Turning the Tables on Pete 47:30

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Send us a text Episode 310 - A New Chapter I don't really like talking about myself, I find other people much more interesting. In recent months though, my life has taken a big change in direction and I really wanted to share with you what has happened and why I made this decision. In this special, turning the tables on Pete Tyjas, I talk with Ben …

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Backcast: Fly Fishing from Canoes and Kayaks, with Ryan Lilly of Old Town Canoe 1:39:30

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This episode was originally published on March 10th, 2023. Learn how to decide between a canoe and a kayak, what kind to get, and how to maneuver and cast using these hard-sided watercraft (next week I'll be doing a podcast on inflatables). Ryan Lilly [47:30] is a fly fisher and Old Town's expert on fishing from these craft, and has many great sugg…

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Surf, Sand & Silver - Fly Fishing the Padre Island National Seashore

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Step 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 strat…

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The Best of the Tom Rowland Podcast | Ep. 1000 52:25

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When I started the Tom Rowland Podcast, I never imagined we’d hit this milestone… and definitely not with a lineup like this. To celebrate 1,000 episodes, we put together a best-of conversation reel featuring some of the most impactful guests to ever sit down with me: Bill Dance – The legend himself. We talk about joy, longevity, and why fishing is…

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Richard Gorodecky - The Meteor, The Ditch & The Very Big Trout 24:51

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Send us a text Episode 309 - Richard Gorodecky - The Meteor, The Ditch & The Very Big Trout This week we have a take over from author Richard Gorodecky who reads a section from his book - Throwing Feathers in the Wind. He was so popular last time that it only felt right to have him back. The piece he reads is from a chapter called - The Meteor, The…

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Episode 153: Drew Chicone - Fly Tyer, Fisherman & Adventurer 1:19:43

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Drew Chicone is a renowned fly designer, author, and educator based in Fort Myers, Florida. Widely respected throughout the fly-fishing community, he is best known for his innovative saltwater fly patterns, hands-on teaching style, and deep knowledge of the species and ecosystems on the west coast of Florida & the Bahamas. A lifelong angler, Drew h…

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How to Take Great Fishing Pictures with Your Smartphone, with Chris Niccolls 1:25:22

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My guest this week is photography expert and co-host of the Petapixel podcast Chris Niccolls [28:39]. Chris has access to nearly every kind of expensive camera in the world because he evaluates photo equipment for his day job. But when he is fishing, guess what he takes most of his photographs and videos with? You guessed it—his iPhone. Chris share…

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Jack Westbury - Grayling Fishing 1:03:40

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Send us a text Episode 308 - Jack Westbury on Grayling Fishing Those clear, cold days aren't far off now and with that in mind, I caught up with angler Jack Westbury to pick up some tips regarding fishing for grayling. I learn a lot as he tells me about leader set up, spacing of flies, controlling the drift and manipulation of flies. We also cover …

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Chris James | "A Healthy Alternative" | Ep. 999 1:28:37

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Chris James is a self-taught holistic wellness coach and the creator of A Healthy Alternative, a fasting-based wellness community that’s helped thousands of people lose 100+ pounds, reverse disease symptoms, and feel at home in their body again. A Healthy Alternative+1 In this conversation, we get into how Chris helped his brother lose 100 pounds i…

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What's Going on in Florida, with Captain Dan Andrews 1:23:35

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My guest this week is Captain Dan Andrews [37:51], co-founder and CEO of Captains for Clean Water, one of Orvis' most trusted conservation partners. Orvis has been aligned with this grass roots group since their inception and it's been a valuable partnership. Dan tells us what is going on with the Everglades restoration project, what progress has b…

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Episode 152: Capt. Leslie Green - Bonefish Sailor 1:14:19

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Leslie Green, founder of Bonefish Sailor Lodge on Mangrove Cay in the Bahamas, has spent a lifetime mastering the art of bonefishing. Born and raised on Andros, Leslie grew up on the water, developing an intimate understanding of the island’s vast flats, hidden creeks, and winding mangrove channels. Many of today’s local guides began their careers …

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Great Lakes Winter Steelhead - Chasing Chrome in the Cold

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Rick Kustich is just getting started when icy winds sweep across the Great Lakes and most anglers pack it in, Rick shares his proven strategies for finding and catching winter steelhead in freezing conditions. Discover how these powerful fish adapt to the cold, what flies trigger their strikes, and the best techniques for slow, deep presentations w…

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Friends, Grayling and Falling Barometers 43:35

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Send us a text Episode 307 - Friends, Grayling and Falling Barometers Grayling days are sociable for me. They start with breakfast, fishing talk and catching up with friends. On this episode, I fish with my friend Paul Procter. We were planning to fish and just chew the fat. At the last moment, I ran back to my van, grabbed my mic and we captured t…

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Taylor Shropshire | FishCast | Ep. 998 59:25

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What happens when you give an oceanographer a pile of ROFFS® fishing reports, decades of ocean data, and access to Simrad® electronics? You get FishCast® — an AI-powered offshore fishing forecast that can highlight high-probability zones days before you ever leave the dock. In this conversation, Dr. Taylor Shropshire from Fathom Science and I break…

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Joe Simonds | CEO and Co-Founder of "Salt Strong" | Ep. 997 1:15:21

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Joe Simons is the co-founder of Salt Strong, one of the largest fishing communities in America — built from scratch with his brother Luke to teach the world how to fish. Over 600 podcast episodes later, Joe joins me to talk about the journey from startup to acquisition, what it means to stay true to your mission, and how community, content, and fai…

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Hot Tips on Using Split Shot, with Dom Swentosky 1:31:16

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I am not a big fan of using split shot but after this interview with Dom Swentosky [36:41] of the Troutbitten blog and podcast, I'm going to use it a lot more. Dom's method of using split shot is simple and convenient, and he teaches us about placement, adding shot, and removing shot easily—and how to keep it from sliding on your tippet without pla…

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Chris Galvin - Michelin Stars and Fly Rods 1:06:44

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Send us a text Episode 306 - Chris Galvin - Michelin Stars and Fly Rods I catch up with Chris Galvin to learn about his amazing life so far along with his passion for fly fishing. He has been transfixed by water after seeing trout in a stream in Cornwall as a child. He tells me about how he first picked up a fly rod and where it has taken him over …

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How to Pick a Floating Trout Line, with Jesse Haller 1:27:07

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Confused about which floating trout line to pick when you need a new one? I'm not surprised as today there is a dizzying array of options and nearly everyone is confused. If you understand what the various options offer the decision is much easier, so I asked product developer Jesse Haller [41:00] to help all of us make this important choice. We ta…

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Episode 151: Brandon Soucie - Trout Fishing Colorado 1:34:27

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Brandon Soucie is a full-time fly-fishing guide at Taylor Creek Fly Shop in Basalt, Colorado, and one of the most recognized local experts in the Roaring Fork Valley. Born and raised in Basalt, Brandon grew up fishing the Fryingpan, Roaring Fork, Crystal, and Colorado Rivers — waters that would later become both his playground and his office. He pi…

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Chasing Trout in the Chill - Beating the Cold and Catching More 1:20:50

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When the temperatures drop and most anglers hang up their waders, Jason Randall heads to the river. In this episode Jason reveals how to outsmart winter’s toughest conditions and find trout when the water turns icy. Learn how to locate warmwater seeps, choose the right flies for slow, cold currents, and keep yourself warm, safe, and successful all …