Fly Fishing Insider Podcast

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Scott Wilday. Scott is the CEO and owner of Lidrig, the Magnetitic Nipper System. Scott tells us about what has been going on with Lidrig over the past year and during COVID 19 times. Scott shares about his newly designed product and the many features it has versa the original version. Scott mentions about some new industry collaborations with some grea...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Dave Stewart. Dave, is the host of the Wet Fly Swing, is back to talk about 1 year later after his episode on our show. He's been up to so much with a new marketing brand podcast launched and his show is taking on new directions. Dave tells us about marketing of podcast in the best possible way along with what is the benefits of Facebook groups. If you...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Peter Long. Peter Long is the CEO of Freestone Fly Company. Peter tells listeners all about the great progress Freestone Fly Company has made this past year and how they have Increased their business and products they offer clients. Peter and Greg later talk about some local waters and how great it would be to clean them up. If you have not yet Subscrib...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Forrest Rogers. Forrest Rogers is the CEO of Rock Treads. Forrest tells listeners all about the great progress Rock Treads has made this past year. And how they have acquired a new company called Crazy Creek, a sit anywhere chair company. Forrest also tells us about his partnership with the Fly Fishing Insider media as a partner, and their lodge program...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Naoto Aoki). Naoto is a guide based out of Calgary, Alberta who is known for fishing the famous Bow River for brown trout on Dry fly's. Naoto talks about different tactics for catching fish in the bow river system. He talks about double tapers and long leaders along with how timing makes all the difference in the hooking up with the fish. Naoto tells us...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Ty Churchwell. Ty is with TU and has taken point on the new release of the critical minerals report. We learn from TY what critical minerals are and how it affects you, me and the fish. Ty shares with us what we can do to help TU in their goal, as well how to educate ourselves and protect the public land that holds these minerals. If you have not yet Su...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Mike Schultz). Mike is the owner of Schultz outfitters, and is a guide from Michigan. Mike is well known for putting guests on very large Small moth bass. Mike shares with us the tips you need to successfully catch these large fish in the off season. Mike also talks about what is next for him and the team over at Schultz outfitters. Lastly Mike shares s...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Captain Bruce Chard. Bruce tells how he got into the guiding biz and industry close to 30 years ago. Bruce designed the Chard Tropical Punch Lines and more. You'll hear what's next, how the industry has changed and what projects he has on the go. Hear the backstory to Bruce's chards Tropical punch fly line that he designed and his views on social media...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Togens Fly Shop. Togens is a well-known online Stillwater fly tiers shop located in BC Canada. Dave and Justin tell us about the ups and down of owning an online fly shop with in a small niche market. They also talk about what's next for the shop, and how they plan to market online with video tying tutorials. As well, learn how theses guys are getting i...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Spencer Durrant. Spencer is a well-known Industry writer, who is also the news editor for Mid Current Magazine. Spencer shares his goals of industry growth and education within fly fishing with us in this episode. We learn how his time with in the NBA lead him to fly fishing and how he landed a job with mid current magazine. If you have not yet Subscrib...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with David Cannon. David is a well-known industry photographer who shoots for top brands such as Scientific Anglers, Winston Fly Rods, Bass Pro Shops, and more. David tells us of his success of how he made it to become well respected and in demand with the fly-fishing industry for photo shoots. David also shares with us some photo tips and, of course, talks...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Jon Ray). Jon is a guide, based out Michigan, USA. Jon is best known for his guiding trips for small mouth and other multi species of fish as Jon and the mangled fly team is truly spoiled with different fish and fishable seasons. Jon talks about effectively catching smallmouth on the fly and some tips for them and steelhead. If you have not yet Subscrib...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Dan & Ally. Whiskey Leather Works is a premium small batch fly fishing inspired leather making company. Whiskey is loved from all fly fishers due to their high standards of quality in all products and the fish patterns help too. Learn how Dan & Ally created this brand and gave up the full-time jobs to become top of the game in premium leather products....

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Svend Diesel. Svend Diesel is a famous Instagram YouTube fly tyer who's created a cult following mostly due to his amazing complicated patterns, or is it his fun and videos and humor. Svend tells us about his tying and why he ties for himself mostly. We also learn what's next for Svend and how his addiction of fly tying created his platform though he wo...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Arlo Townsend). Arlo is a guide, based out of Reno NV, USA. Arlo is best known for his guiding trips on Truckee River and Pyramid Lake. Arlo Shares with the listeners about his tips and set up for successful catching theses big fish. Learn what Arlo is doing differently using SA products. If you have not yet Subscribed do so NOW and please leave a revie...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Andrew McNeese. Bluffline media is a growing fly-fishing film brand that is making waves in the industry as they are creating some great and amazing content that is well super fishy. Andrew tells us how this full time high school teacher developed a passion for fly fishing films. If you have not yet Subscribed do so NOW and please leave a review! Learn...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Linda Leary of Fishe wear. Fishe Wear is the Alaska made clothing brand that's turning heads in the women's sector of fly fishing. Fishe Wear is full of fun and functional colors and prints that are inspired from artists and species of fish found through the world. We learn about this great company and its expansion into the conventional side of angling...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Josh Hutchins). Josh is a guide, based out of Australia. Josh is known for his global travels and the amazing fish that he chases throughout Australia and the world. Josh talks about his many film projects with Jacko Lucas and chasing blue bastards and winning awards with this film. We learn about fly fishing for barramundi and how to avoid crocs when f...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Lamson Reels. Lamson Fly Reels...yes, we learn about the history of the brand and the growth that has come with this near 25-year company, who started making bike parts but quickly turned to fly reels. Nick talks about the products and their applications of use, from line pick up to drag systems. We also discuss life for the tradeshows after COVID19 and...

In this co-hosted episode of the FFIP Greg and Justin Pickett speaks with David Mangum. David is back and its all in on the table, he talks about his fishing spots and what he does to protect them as well a what's the protocol surrounding finding others in this area. David talks about the waters that are affecting the tarpon due to environmental factors. we talk about guiding changes after Covid19...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Matt Mccannel). Matt is a guide, based out of Colorado. We speak to Matt about his guided trips, in stealthy trout hunting tactics. We about Matts leader setup for this type of fly fishing (super important for success). Later Matt tells us about the issues that are Surrounding the use of ladders in sight fishing to big trout in the Gunnison river, Matts...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with River Rat. Bryan and Lane from River Rat, the new fly fishing rafts company. We talk about how this raft is making big waves within the industry and from guides alike. We cover how the River Rat is built and what the technology is that they put into this raft. We cover how this raft is allowing anglers to cover new water that has yet to be fished. If yo...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Adam Hutchison. Adam is the Marketing Manager for Winston fly rods and long-time employee. Adam tells us about Winston's past and the humble beginnings of where the world's best fly rod started. We learn from Adam about the technology that Winston uses in the builds and why this rod is so loved among fly fishers. We talk micro Spey here to stay or fade...

In This episode of the Guided we speak with (Hilary Hutcheson). Hilary is a guide, based out of Montana. We speak to Hilary about her guided trips, reading water and catching big fish in fast water. We about her setup for this type of fly fishing. Later she tells us about the conversation issues that are important to her and how her daughters are now entering the industry. We learn about her past...

In this episode of the FFIP Greg speaks with Ryan Taylor. Ryan is an Instagram fly tyer who's known for his salmon fly patterns and better known for his classic fly patterns all tied in hand. Ryan tells us about his passions for classic fly patterns and the materials used from the past. Ryan is also an industry artist who's love of bugs is what he paints. If you have not yet Subscribed do so NOW a...