Best Tom Wiggins Podcasts (2025)

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Shane Reynolds | "Color Earth" | Ep. 993 1:14:31

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Shane Reynolds is an award-winning producer, explorer, and storyteller who’s worked on Discovery Channel, Nat Geo, and Travel Channel shows in more than 65 countries. You might know him as Color Earth Pro on Instagram, where his camera drops reveal the hidden world under piers, bridges, and reefs. In this conversation, we dive into: How a simple 36…

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140. Kasia Niewiadoma Phinney, Tour de France champ and Canyon-SRAM zondacrypto ace 51:48

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This week, Robyn (and James, but just for the intro) is joined by Kasia Niewiadoma Phinney, winner of the 2024 Tour de France Femmes and all-round star rider at Canyon–SRAM zondacrypto. That is, Kasia can win stage races, one day races, Classics, national titles, World titles... you name it, the Polish ace has a trophy and a jersey for it. Here, Ka…

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Jordan Thomas | Double Amputee Athlete and Philanthropist | Ep. 992 1:07:45

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At 16, Jordan Thomas lost both legs in a Keys boating accident—and turned it into purpose. He launched the Jordan Thomas Foundation to help kids get the prosthetics and community they need through age 18, and he’s now a top adaptive golfer competing at the US Adaptive Open in Pinehurst. We get into mindset and trauma, why running blades aren’t cove…

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139. Tom Simpson: World Champ and Cycling Legend, with Chris Sidwells 1:13:58

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This week, James is joined by cycling journalist and author Chris Sidwells, to explore the life and times of Britain's most storied rider, Tom Simpson, on the eve of Simpson's historic World Championships win, 60 years ago, almost to the day. As Simpson's nephew (his mother was Simpson's sister), Chris is uniquely placed to tell us the tale of the …

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Conway Bowman | Catching Mako Sharks on Fly! | Ep. 991 1:15:46

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Conway Bowman is a legendary San Diego fly-fishing guide and pioneer of sight-fishing mako sharks from a 24’ bay boat. He’s a former wetlands manager who grew up in San Diego, spent summers in Idaho, and built a career around putting anglers eye-to-eye with apex predators—and sending them home safely. In this conversation, we talk about why makos h…

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Jimmy Armel | Knot Lucky Veteran Fishing | Ep. 990 1:42:44

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Captain Jimmy Armel is an Army Ranger veteran, founder of Knot Lucky Veteran Fishing, and a man on a mission to heal others through the ocean. After 11 years in the military—including brutal combat deployments—Jimmy faced the battles of PTSD, brain injuries, and addiction. Through fishing, plant medicine, and service, he found a path back to purpos…

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138. Ed Clancy: The truth behind breaking my shoulders for aero gains, and other stories 1:11:27

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This week, James and Will are joined by three-time Olympic gold medallist Ed Clancy. At 16, Ed had been scouted by British Cycling’s Academy, where he came up with riders like Mark Cavendish and Geraint Thomas, and by 2008, aged 23, he’d won his first gold medal in the Olympic Team Pursuit. Two more golds followed in same event, at London 2012 and …

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Blair Wiggins | "The Mogan Man" | Ep. 989 1:15:46

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Captain Blair Wiggins — known to many as the Mogan Man from Addictive Fishing — has spent decades shaping saltwater fishing on Florida’s Space Coast. Today, he’s leading the charge on one of the most ambitious conservation projects in the state: planting over 96 million clams to restore the Indian River Lagoon. In this conversation, Blair and I go …

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Wesley Brough | "Cabo Surf Caster" | Ep. #988 1:13:34

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Wesley Brough — better known as Cabo Surf Caster — has been fishing the beaches of Baja for over 25 years. From trophy roosterfish to monster Pacific cubera snapper and mahi right from the sand, Wesley has dialed in one of the most unique surf fisheries in the world. In this conversation, we talk about Baja’s seasons, species behavior, lure tactics…

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137. The Strange Tale of Charly Gaul, with Paul Maunder 57:53

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This week James and Will (well, mostly James) are joined by author Paul Maunder, who discusses his book, Angel of the Mountains: The Strange Tale of Charly Gaul. Born in Luxembourg in 1932, Charly Gaul turned professional aged 20, quickly establishing himself a prodigious yet mercurial talent, 'A murderous climber with a lower gear than the rest, t…

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Jameson Reeder | 13 Year Old Shark Attack Survivor | Ep. 987 1:37:56

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Jameson Reeder Jr. is a shark attack survivor, amputee, surfer, and one of the most courageous young men I’ve ever spoken with. At just 10 years old, Jameson was attacked by a 9-foot bull shark while snorkeling in the Florida Keys. What followed was a miraculous chain of events involving strangers, a nurse who swam through shark-infested waters, a …

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Jonathan Gluck | Author of “An Exercise in Uncertainty” | Ep. #986 1:14:27

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Jonathan Gluck is an award-winning writer and editor who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma at age 38 and given just 18 months to live. Over 21 years later, he joins Tom to share how fishing helped him survive, how mindset plays into healing, and why he wrote An Exercise in Uncertainty. This episode covers purpose, parenting, diagnosis, remission,…

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136. Kim Le Court, Monument winner, stage hunter and history maker 1:08:14

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This week Robyn and Will are joined by Kim Le Court. The 29-year-old Mauritian turned pro in 2015, and now rides for Women's WorldTeam team AG Insurance-Soudal. In that time she's notched up a Giro d'Italia stage win, six national titles and earlier this year won a thrilling Liège–Bastogne–Liège Femmes. In this episode Kim talks about having to pet…

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Fishing, Entrepreneurship, and Iconic Hair: The Jake Hutcheson Story 1:03:33

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How Jake Hutchison Built a Career in Fishing and Social MediaIn this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with social media expert and fishing enthusiast Jake Hutcheson. Jake shares his unique journey from fishing in bass tournaments as a middle schooler to building custom rods and managing social media for Mudhole, a fishing rod company.…

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3x Olympian Ryan Crouser! 52:55

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Over the last year, we got a little carried away trying to organize the podcast into its own channels and destinations. The idea was to make things easier, but I realize now—it just created more confusion. That’s on us. And I really appreciate your patience. So here’s what we’re doing to fix it: ✅ Every single episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast is …

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135. Stephen Roche: the Triple Crown Champion 1:19:21

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This week James and Will are joined by Stephen Roche, who in 1987 became only the second rider in history to win the Giro d'Italia, Tour de France and World Championships in one season, aka the Triple Crown (pub fact: the other was Eddy Merckx in 1972, then Tadej Pogačar joined them in 2024). In this episode Stephen talks us through this incredible…

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Mark The Shark: The Darth Vader Of Sportfishing! 1:15:50

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I have followed Mark Quartiano who is better known as Mark The Shark for a couple of years. To say that Mark is controversial is an understatement. Mark seems to relish the role as the bad boy of Sportfishing and referred to himself as the Darth Vader of Sportfishing. This was interesting to me because he also seems to have a lot of kind of contrar…

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Andy Strelcheck | NOAA Southeast Regional Fisheries Administrator | Ep. 985 1:04:18

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This week on the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Andy Strelcheck, NOAA's Southeast Regional Fisheries Administrator. We talked about everything from fisheries regulations to data collection methods. Andy provided a ton of insight into how NOAA works with state agencies like the FWC, the challenges of managing both commercial and recrea…

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134. Ned Boulting and the (last) Tour de France 1:15:23

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This episode is brought to you by Laka Bike Insurance, the specialist bike insurers This week, Robyn and Will are joined by Ned Boulting. Having started out covering football on Sky Sports, Ned joined the ITV Sports team in 2001 and soon became a reporter for their Tour de France coverage, albeit that hasn't stopped him popping up on Olympics cover…

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Capt. David Cohen | South Florida Inshore Charters | Ep. #984 1:05:29

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In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Captain David Cohen to discuss the intricacies of tarpon fishing in Miami. David shares his experiences over seven years of full-time guiding, providing insights on how fishing has evolved and the techniques he's found most effective. From the importance of using the right hook and leader …

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Harley Van Hyning | “Gnarly Harley” | Ep. #983 1:17:39

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In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Harley Van Henning, better known as Gnarley Harley, to delve into his unique journey into the world of fish printing. Harley shares how his mother's formal art training influenced his creative path and how his love for the ocean and surfing shaped his artistic focus. We discuss the intrica…

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133. Levi Leipheimer: dark years, redemption and The Growler 1:11:23

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This episode is brought to you by the Insta360 GO 3S action camera This week, James and Will are joined by ex-pro Levi Leipheimer. Levi turned pro in 1997 and in 2000 hit the big time with US Postal, riding as a teammate of Lance Armstrong. Stints at Rabobank, Astana and Radioshack followed, during which time he won the Tour de Suisse, three Tours …

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Lea Anne Powell | World Record Bass Angler | Ep. #982 1:19:28

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In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with international angler Leanne Powell, who recently set a world record for bass fishing. Leanne shares her intriguing journey into fishing, which began at a young age and became a serious pursuit after significant personal losses in 2015. We discuss her life between the U.S. and the Middle Ea…

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Running 100 Miles AND Managing a Successful Charter Business with Captain Tony Young | Ep. #981 1:11:13

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In this episode, I sit down with Captain Tony Young from Forever Young Charter Company, who recently completed the grueling Keys 100 race. We dive into Tony's inspiration to run a 100-mile race, his training regimen, and how he balances his demanding life as one of the top charter captains in the Florida Keys. Tony shares the profound experiences a…

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132. Luke Rowe and his Life of Sky 1:15:13

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This episode is brought to you by the Insta360 GO 3S action camera This week, James and Will are joined by the superest of super domestiques, Welshman Luke Rowe. As road captain at Ineos Grenediers (nee Team Sky), Rowe helped win countless Grand Tours over more than a decade at the British team. However complications from a crash forced Rowe to ret…

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Enrique Zapata| Pull-Up World Record Holder | Ep. #980 1:11:45

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In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Enrique Zapata, a record-holder for multiple pull-up endurance challenges. Enrique opens up about his journey from battling serious health issues, including obesity, hypertension, and panic attacks, to transforming his life by breaking pull-up records. He shares the physical and mental str…

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Bill Golden | Founder of ‘Golden Boat Lifts’ | Ep. #979 1:09:27

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Bill Golden, the founder of Golden Boat Lifts, shares his journey from moving to Florida in 1980 to building a global empire in the boat lift industry. Bill discusses his innovative approach to manufacturing, his commitment to quality and customer service, and how he turned his initial experience with a welding machine into a successful business. H…

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131. Bradley Wiggins and Ian Botham in conversation, plus Beefy's Charity Foundation 1:10:19

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This episode is brought to you by the Insta360 X5 action camera This week, James is joined by none other than Bradley Wiggins and cricket legend Ian Botham, who on 15th and 16th September will be riding the Sir Bradley Wiggins Cycle Challenge for Beefy's Charity Foundation (sign up to ride here, more details below). In this episode, Ian and Brad co…

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Ryan Johnston | RJ’s Fly Trips | Ep. #978 1:20:28

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I sit down with Ryan Johnston, a fly fishing guide with 22 years of experience and the founder of Cast Hope. In this episode, Ryan shares his journey of guiding across Northern California, Idaho, and Montana while discussing the evolution of his career and the impact of the 'A River Runs through it' movie on the fly fishing industry. We explore Rya…

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130. Emma Finucane: gold medals, world records and the importance of crying 59:50

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This episode is brought to you by the Insta360 X5 action camera This week, Will and Robyn are joined by Welsh track cycling star, Emma Finucane. At just 21 years old, Emma was the first British woman to take three medals in a single Games - including team sprint gold - since track and field athlete Mary Rand in 1964. In winning that gold at Paris 2…

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Steve Kantner | ‘The Land Captain" | Ep. 977 1:24:59

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I sit down with Steve Kantner, famously known as the 'Land Captain'. Steve shares everything from his 30-year career as a fishing guide in South Florida to incredible stories of close encounters with wildlife, including an attack by a Florida panther. From discussing the introduction and impact of exotic fish species to recounting memorable adventu…

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Emanuel Williams | “iBelongOutdoors” | Ep. #976 1:05:01

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In this episode, I sit down with Emanuel Williams, an avid jet ski fisherman and social media creator, to discuss his unique journey in the fishing world. Emanuel shares how his passion for fishing developed from childhood outings with his dad in Florida to adventurous deep-sea escapades on a SeaDoo. We dive into his incredible experiences, includi…

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Eye Splice vs. Bimini Twist: Which is Stronger? | H2T Ep. #975 4:41

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In this episode, I prepare for an exciting fly fishing trip by respooling my reels with 70-pound hollow core line by Cortland. I'll show you how to make the connection between the fly line and the backing using an eye splice and compare its strength against a Bimini twist. We go through the step-by-step process to create an eye splice, then test it…

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129. Ineos implosion and TNT TV turmoil with Rapha CEO Fran Millar 1:24:24

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This week James and Will are Fran Millar, possibly the most influential woman in British cycling. Today Fran is CEO at Rapha, but her long CV includes managing Geraint Thomas and Mark Cavendish; a decade at Team Sky/Ineos, in which she became 'head of winning behaviours'; operations director for Eliud Kipchoge’s sub-2hr marathon record; and then CE…

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Rich Hernandez | Do Hard Things 365 | Ep. #974 1:23:54

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In this episode, I sit down with Rich Hernandez, founder of 'Do Hard Things 365' and an extraordinary athlete known for his mind-boggling physical feats. We talk about his journey from an engineering and business career to influencing and inspiring others through extreme challenges like 3,000 consecutive pushups, a four-hour plank, and running the …

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How to Pack for a Trip to the SEYCHELLES! | H2T Ep. 973 2:45

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I'm embarking on an unforgettable trip to the Seychelles and facing the challenge of packing all my essentials into a combined weight of 44 pounds. With a strict limit of 33 pounds for my flight from Mahe to Providence, I meticulously weigh and reweigh my gear, deciding what stays and what goes. Join me as I strategically pack my fishing rods, GoPr…

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Chris Wittman Part. 2 | Co-Founder of Captain's For Clean Water | Ep. #972 1:04:24

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Thanks to Burnewiin for sponsoring #AnglersUnite! Check out there awesome selection of products here https://bit.ly/3B6CX1 Captain Chris Whitman, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water, returns to the show today. We dive deep into the ongoing efforts for Everglades restoration and the significant role anglers play in this movement. We discuss the o…

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128. Legends of Flanders, Roubaix and Tom Simpson with Chris Sidwells 1:20:17

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On this week's episode James and Will are joined by author and journalist Chris Sidwells to discuss the history of pro cycling's Holy Week, the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix. We talk about the origins of the races, the working class heroes that rode in the early editions, the legends of the 60s and 70s, and how today's riders compare. Chris is…

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Chris Wittman | Co-Founder of Captain's For Clean Water | Ep. #971 55:32

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Thanks to Burnewiin for sponsoring #AnglersUnite! Check out there awesome selection of products here https://bit.ly/3B6CX1 In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Captain Chris Whitman, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water, to discuss the urgent issues facing Florida's water systems and the birth of their impactful organizatio…

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Jonathan Neyman | Owner of “The Fly Box” | Episode #970 1:25:10

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Today, we're diving into the world of trout fishing in Tennessee, North Carolina, and North Georgia with our fantastic guest, Jonathan from The Fly Box. We'll talk about the trout opportunities on the South Holston and Watauga rivers, as well as Jonathan's journey from fishing in Northern California to guiding in Tennessee. We'll cover different fi…

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How Fast Can I Tie the Most Popular Fishing Knots?! | Episode #969 1:52

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On today's episode of How 2 Tuesday I dive deep into the most essential knots that any fisherman can learn and which are the fastest I can tie. Learning to tie knots fast is essential to catching the most fish, you never know when you will need a knot fast. Watch now to enhance your skills and improve your fishing game! Don't forget to subscribe fo…

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127. Risk, burnout and Olympic gold, with Connie Carpenter Phinney 1:23:08

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In this week's episode, Robyn and James are joined by Connie Carpenter Phinney, who is 1984 became the first ever Olympic Women's Road Race gold medal winner. Connie charts her career from 14 year-old winter Olympic speed skater to champion road cyclist, a sporting career which saw her win multiple national titles and dominate races such as the Coo…

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Chris Fischer | Founder of OCEARCH | Ep. #968 2:05:10

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In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Chris Fischer, the founder of OCEARCH, to delve into the incredible journey of uniting anglers and scientists for ocean conservation. From his early days hosting Offshore Adventures and Want to Go Fishing on ESPN to pivoting to groundbreaking shark research with OCEARCH, Chris shares his p…

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The Strongest Way To Connect Wire To Fluorocarbon | H2T #967 2:10

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On today's H2T I continue on my quest to make fishing wire less intimidating. We build off the haywire twist and learn the strongest ways to connect it to fluorocarbon. Watch and listen to find out how you can be the most successful fisherman you can be! Check out how this test compares to all the others I have done; get your FREE Knot Guide here! …

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Rosie K. Moore | Scientist, Author and Social Media Star | Ep. #966 58:33

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In this episode of the Tom Roland Podcast, I have a great conversation with Rosie K. Moore, a renowned ecologist, influencer, and author. We dive deep into her journey from Missouri to Florida, her fascination with sharks, and her ventures into reptile research. Rosie shares her experiences with invasive species in the Everglades, her thoughts on c…

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Will an "Instagram Knot" Beat the Non Slip Mono Loop | H2T #965 1:59

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On today's episode of How 2 Tuesday I am testing one of Instagram's most viral knots! This is a knot that I stumbled upon a while ago that intrigued me due to its similarity to another one of my favorite knots. But is it any good? Is it BETTER? Find out now! Check out how this test compares to all the others I have done; get your FREE Knot Guide he…

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126. The doping olympics: president of the Enhanced Games, Dr Aron D'Souza 1:15:49

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This week Will and James are joined by Dr Aron D'Souza, president of the Enhanced Games. Billed as 'the ultimate demonstration of what the human body can do', the Enhanced Games seeks in part to answer that age old pub question, 'What if athletes were allowed to dope, how much better would they be?' It's a divisive topic unlike any other in sport, …

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Mark Smith | Wildlife Photographer | Ep. #964 1:15:59

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In this episode, we are joined by the exceptional wildlife photographer, Mark Smith. Known for his stunning bird photography on Instagram, Mark shares how he captures breathtaking images and videos of nature's most fascinating creatures. Tune in to hear about his journey from being a ghostwriter and musician to becoming a professional photographer …

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The Uni VS. The San Diego Jam ⎮ H2T #963 2:05

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On today’s H2T we have a West Coast VS. East Coast knot battle. It is the UNI KNOT VS. the SAN DIEGO JAM. The Uni Knot is one of my personal favorite knots, but with the growing popularity of the SDJ I had to see what the hype is about. Who will win? Watch now to enhance your skills and improve your fishing game! Don't forget to subscribe for more …

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Dr. Tracy Fanara | “Inspector Planet” | Ep. 962 1:16:50

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In this installment of Anglers Unite, I’m thrilled to have Dr. Tracy Fanara— an environmental engineer and water quality expert, join us. We dive deep into water quality issues in Florida, covering everything from pharmaceutical contaminants to the infamous Red Tide. Dr. Tracy shares her insights on sustainable land management, wastewater treatment…