Trout Wrangler Podcast

In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , I'm recapping an awesome weekend in Charleston, SC at Cast & Drafts — one of the coolest fly fishing and craft beer spots around. From cold beers and great conversations to meeting new faces in the fly fishing community, this trip was one for the books. I break down the highlights from the weekend, the people I met, and why events like this are so im...

In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , Ryan sits down with Kevin from East Cape Boats to talk boat design, shallow-water performance, and how decades of building skiffs have shaped one of the most respected brands on the flats. Kevin shares the story behind how East Cape Boats got started, the original mission of the company, and how his perspective on boat building has evolved over more...

In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , Ryan sits down with Nigel , founder of Sea Suite , to explore the powerful intersection of outdoor adventure, mental clarity, and business growth. Nigel shares where his fishing journey began, when he first picked up a fly rod, and how time on the water ultimately inspired him to build a business centered around clarity, leadership, and intentional t...

In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , Ryan sits down with Sam , the founder of Space Coast Flies and Community Fly Supply , to talk about building fly fishing community from the ground up. Sam shares where his fishing journey began, when he made the jump to fly fishing, and how that passion eventually turned into not one—but two—fly fishing brands. We dig into the origin stories behind S...

On this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we're joined by Erik , a key part of the team behind Trout Routes and OnX , to talk about the intersection of fly fishing, technology, and access. We start with Erik's personal fishing journey — where it all began, how he got into fly fishing, and what ultimately led him down a path that blends time on the water with digital mapping tools anglers rel...

On this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Randall , a professional bass angler who's spent most of his career behind a spinning rod and baitcaster — but has added a fly rod to the mix. We kick things off with Randall's fishing background and what originally motivated him to start fly fishing after a successful career in professional bass fishing. He reflects on the tournamen...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Simon Valencia , one of the minds behind Current Culture Fly , to talk fly fishing, teaching, community, and life on the bay. We start with Simon's fishing journey — where it began, when he transitioned to a fly rod, and how living in multiple places with very different fisheries helped shape his approach to fly fishing. From ther...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down to talk about the journey into fly fishing and the exciting process of opening a brick-and-mortar fly shop in Philadelphia . We start with how our guest first got into fishing, when the transition to a fly rod happened, and what originally sparked the idea of opening their own fly shop. From there, we dive into plans for potentially se...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we welcome Louis back to the show for a return appearance to talk boat builds, custom skiffs, and what life has looked like since his last time on the podcast. We kick things off by catching up on how business has been going and breaking down several new boats Louis has sold and built since we last spoke, including some unique setups and standout m...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , I'm joined by Austin , a Florida-based angler whose life revolves around fly fishing, hunting, travel, and personal style. We start with where Austin's fishing journey began and when he made the switch to fly fishing. Fresh off a trip to Louisiana , Austin breaks down where he went, whether bull reds were the main target, and if the trip was a hos...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , I sit down with Hunter , a Florida-based fly angler, trip host, and the voice behind the Captains Collective Podcast . We kick things off with Hunter's early fishing roots and what pushed him to transition from conventional tackle to fly fishing. From there, we talk about what makes his corner of Florida unique compared to other fisheries around t...

In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , I sit down with Rob , the angler and guide behind Fishing On The Move Aruba — one of the island's most respected flats and inshore guiding services. We break down his fishing journey, what inspired him to start guiding, and how growing up in Aruba shaped the way he approaches both fly and spin fishing. Rob walks us through the origin of Fishing On Th...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Vince , an angler, trip host, and one of the minds behind SWC . Vince walks us through his fishing journey — where it began, when he transitioned to the fly rod, and how Florida's diverse fisheries shaped him as an angler. We dig into his hosted trips, the destinations he takes anglers to, the species they target, and the fisherie...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we sit down with Galen, the founder of Asheville Fly Fishing Company, to dig into the story behind one of Western North Carolina's most respected guide operations. Galen walks us through how the business began, what the original vision was, and how it has grown into a go-to outfitter serving anglers across WNC and Tennessee. We break down the diver...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Juan — known online as BigFishCol — a master fly tier, saltwater angler, and one of the most creative minds in modern fly tying. We dive into his fishing roots, his transition to the fly rod, and the detailed approach behind the patterns he's become known for. Juan breaks down the purpose behind his unique dual-cork-section rod se...

In this loaded Holiday Gear Guide episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 , Ryan breaks down some of the best fly-fishing, outdoor, and lifestyle deals of the season. From apparel to rods, sunglasses to coolers, gift cards to daily deals — this is the full rundown of what's worth grabbing and where the best value is across the fishing industry. Ryan highlights partners, his personal favorit...

Welcome back to Episode 61 of The Trout Wrangler Podcast ! Today, Ryan sits down with Kirk Marks — award-winning angler, writer, photographer, filmmaker, and the creative mind behind some of Flylords' most beautiful storytelling . Kirk joins us from Kent Island, Maryland , where he splits his time between chasing fish, crafting wild meals, and documenting fishing culture with a camera and a pen. W...

In Episode 60 of The Trout Wrangler Podcast, we sit down with Tripp, joined by Nick Davis and Jim — the minds behind 828 Flies, 843 Flies & Outfitters, and 239 Flies. This crew has built one of the most unique multi-region fly shop lineups in the Southeast and Gulf Coast, and today we unpack the full story of how it all came to life. We start with Tripp's fishing journey and when he made the switc...

On today's episode of The Trout Wrangler Podcast , we're joined by Chris , founder of Buttery Brown Bourbon , to talk about the intersection of two timeless passions — fly fishing and fine bourbon. Chris shares how his fly fishing journey began and what inspired him to create a bourbon brand rooted in the culture of the "buttery brown" trout. We dive into the story behind the brand name — a tribut...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Jake Hutcheson to talk about his journey from building rods to creating content full-time in the fly fishing world. Jake shares how his fishing journey began, how he first picked up a fly rod, and the lessons he's learned along the way. We dive into his early days of rod building, competing in tournaments, and how each of those ex...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Joe from Columbia PFG to talk about his journey through fly fishing, creative work, and the conservation side of the outdoor industry. Joe shares how his time at the University of Georgia helped shape his passion for content and storytelling and how it eventually led him to his current role with Columbia PFG. We dive into Columbia...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Langston Oxendine — a fly angler, guide, and skiff builder with stories that stretch from the mountains to the coast. Langston shares how his love for fishing began, where his journey with the fly rod started, and how growing up with a parent in the military gave him a chance to explore waters all across the country. We dig into h...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Nate from Waterman Outfitters , a Florida-based angler, designer, and advocate for conservation. Nate shares how his fishing journey began on his home waters in Florida and when he first picked up the fly rod to chase saltwater species. We dive into the story behind Waterman Outfitters — what inspired him to start the brand, his a...

On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast , we sit down with Eli from Fly High Eli , a talented creator, guide, and storyteller whose work has been featured in both The Drake Magazine and the Fly Fishing Film Tour . Eli shares where his fly fishing journey began, how the Fly High Eli name came to life, and what the brand represents on a deeper level. We talk about the creative process behin...