Shows
The Laguna PodcastAlvin Dedeaux - Texan AdaptabilityAlvin Dedeaux joins me to talk about his journey in the industry. Beyond stoked to have made this happen.2025-07-061h 36
The Laguna PodcastNathan Outlaw - Outlaw DaysNathan Outlaw from Harry Goodes joins me to talk about his story aswell as well as his own ideas and thoughts about the industry.2025-06-081h 03
The Laguna PodcastBill Bishop - High RollersBill Bishop joins me to talk about his story, his book (High Rollers), as well as his hopeful aspirations for the future of the fly fishing game.2025-06-011h 53
The Laguna PodcastSally Black - Big Trout, Bigger AttitudeSally joins me to talk about her life. Kayaks, Fly-Fishing, Wading for Big Trout, and Aubrey Black2025-05-251h 41
The Laguna PodcastTim Clancey - New Ideas, NewWaterTim Clancey joins me in a detailed recollection of what caused pro line aluminum and new water boats to be created. A man of many stories and words. Enjoy.2025-05-182h 05
The Laguna PodcastJim West - Tournaments & TiderunnersJim West joins me to talk about his experiences fishing from the 60s on ward. Multiple tournament wins, and some great stories.2025-05-111h 26
The Laguna PodcastCorby Robertson - Dagon ApparelCorby Robertson joins me to recall a few experiences fishing around the globe, tournament performances and breaks down the message behind dagon. www.dagonfishing.com www.mudderboots.com 2025-05-041h 17
The Laguna PodcastWyman Meinzer - The TrapperWyman Meinzer joins me to talk about his wild life. From shooting big to trapping coyotes.2025-04-272h 01
The Laguna PodcastChristopher Bush - The ProfessionalChristopher Bush joins me to talk about the fuel that drives his passion, as well as other stories and ideologies pertaining to the fishery we all share.2025-04-202h 14
The Laguna PodcastCary Marcus - The IndustrialistUnofficial Records, Broken Records, Broken Rods, Flying Fly Reels, and a hell of a story. Enjoy this episode with Cary Marcus.2025-04-132h 27
The Laguna PodcastMike Morphew - The Feather ThiefThis one was so much fun. Shout out to Troutfest for being the intermediary here. Mike is the man. All the way from across the pond.2025-04-061h 33
The Laguna PodcastDarren Jones - Rite of Passage//Feral ConceptsBig episode here with Darren Jones. If you know the man, you know the brand. Enjoy.2025-03-301h 56
The Laguna PodcastWill Bradley - Live Free//Turtlebox.Will Bradley joins me to talk about his life and the story behind one of the biggest revolutions in the fishing scene. The sound revolution. Haha.2025-03-231h 16
The Laguna PodcastJohn Dunaway - El CapitanJohn joins me to talk about life as a ship captain, his passion for ducks, and wheat warfare. 2025-03-161h 42
The Laguna PodcastMarcos Enriquez - The Voice Heard 'Round The CoastMarcos is a man who's voice matches his personality. Making this one of my favorite episodes to date. Enjoy.2025-03-091h 36
The Laguna PodcastAndy Packmore - A Sense of Community & The Redfish CrackMy initial title for this episode was going to be Pack's Crack... Enjoy.2025-03-021h 19
The Laguna PodcastBrian Donovan - Coastal Conservation AdvocacyMe and Brian sit down to chat about the political side of the conservation game.2025-02-231h 19
The Laguna PodcastHonson Lau - Bonefish SenseiHonson Lau joins me to talk bonefish, Suped up cars, and modern issues in the industry. 2025-02-162h 07
The Laguna PodcastCalvin Carter - The ArtistCalvin Carter joins me to talk about his life, inspiration, current art pursuits, and transformers. Haha.2025-02-091h 47
The Laguna PodcastRick Wittenbraker - The MavenNot Sponsored by Haribo Gummies... (yet)2025-02-0247 min
The Laguna PodcastKristian Cole - Tailwaters Part OneScat Cat Employee of the Year, Kristian Cole, joins me to talk about his story and tailwaters.2024-12-291h 29
The Laguna PodcastTom Pennington - Into the FraySneaking into afganistan, firing RPGs and subsequently some images too. Tom is the man. (Totally not sponsored by getty images. Would be cool if they did tho.)2024-12-221h 29
The Laguna PodcastBrian Little - Texas Ingenuity//Sabine Skiffs'tis the ballad of skiff stevenson.2024-12-152h 08
The Laguna PodcastChris Johnson - Leading By Example//Living WatersChris Johnson joins me to talk about his story, living waters, defending the guadalupe bass, and more. 2024-12-082h 12
The Laguna PodcastAndy Dear - The InnovatorAndy Dear joins me to talk about rod making, his impact on the rod building industry, & fly casting. 2024-12-012h 08
The Laguna PodcastDudley Haas - Graveyard Glory DaysDudley Haas joins me in this episode to recall his days fishing the graveyard before the pass was built. Circa 1960. Enjoy.2024-11-241h 02
The Laguna PodcastPhil Blackmar - Putts, Pressure, & ProprioceptionPhil Blackmar joins me to talk about the similarities between professional golf and fly casting analysis.2024-11-171h 27
The Laguna PodcastPatrick Murray - The Little Things//CCAPatrick Murray, president of CCA, joins me for a conversation involving the overview of the fishery. The past, the potential, and the future in regards to the health of our bay and of our community2024-08-041h 34
The Laguna PodcastLance Krueger - Hunting Through The LensCameras and the evolution of outdoor photography, directly from one of the best: Lance Krueger2024-07-281h 39
The Laguna PodcastGabriel Rivas - Redfish, Tattoos, & MisconceptionsRedfish, Back Marsh Lakes, Tattoos, Alligator Gar, and the War on Comorants.2024-07-211h 23
The Laguna PodcastPeter Kaple - The Nomad//Skiff WandererNo cheeseburgers were harmed in the recording of this episode.2024-07-141h 48
The Laguna PodcastMatt Simpson - Preserving Texas Dinosaurs//A True Texan FishLassos, Teeth, Blood, Sweat, Mosquitos, and Fly Rods.2024-07-071h 10
The Laguna PodcastBrandon Fox - Reaching Sea LevelCameras, Tarpon, Sea Level.2024-06-301h 00
The Laguna PodcastChuck Naiser - War(s) for the Resource//FlatsworthyNo introduction needed. Im honored to have chuck naiser on for the 42nd episode of this project. Enjoy.2024-06-231h 32
The Laguna PodcastDanny Neu - Neu tricks & The Murray MileAnother extremely well respected angler that has influenced the fishery in more ways than one, despite not believing so. Enjoy my conversation with Danny Neu.2024-06-161h 05
The Laguna PodcastCorey Mock - Last Three Casts//LLM LegacyCorey is a life long LLM local. Well liked and respected by most. After speaking to him for a while, I can understand why. Enjoy.2024-06-091h 11
The Laguna PodcastGeorge Brown - From Zero 2 Spearo//Texas Bluewater SpearfishingToday I sit down with someone who shares many of our same beliefs and introspective nature in terms of conservation and the longevity of the fishery. One of the things that sets him apart is the method of capture. George Brown is a STX local who's passion quickly became hunting underwater. Enjoy.2024-06-021h 13
The Laguna PodcastMarcus Haralson - Resilience, Change, & Black DrumToday I sit down with a man who had to truly earn his keep. He decided on guiding as his end all be all, and did whatever it took to make it work. This is my conversation with Marcus Haralson2024-05-261h 21
The Laguna PodcastRyan Keaton - Cause for Competition//A-Team AnglersToday i sit down with Ryan Keaton, a veteran who through his sacrifices and passion for the outdoors, is one of the minds behind a rapidly growing CPR tournament that benefits the Green Beret Foundation 2024-05-1956 min
The Laguna PodcastShane Bonnot - Oysters, Conservation & LegislationToday I sit down with one of the most respected people in the Texas coast. It is not common to find someone in legislation who is loved across all fronts. Shane is someone who is extremely dedicated to his job, and extremely passionate about our fishery. I hope yall enjoy this conversation.2024-05-121h 14
The Laguna PodcastBen Paschal - Redfish, Pangas, & the Rabbit Holetoday i sit down with someone who has made a name for himself not only across the coast, but across the north and south america. His passion for the outdoors coupled with his ability to think outside the box and continue to pursue fish allow him to be a fantastic angler and guide. This is my conversation with Ben Paschal.2024-05-051h 08
The Laguna PodcastCraig Oatman - Passion for (Texas) TarponToday i enjoy a conversation with a texas ghost. Craig O. Known as that to anyone who ever read Larry Haines' daily updates on the old fishing forums. After tracking him down, we had a fantastic conversation that i think anyone who loves to fish should enjoy.2024-04-281h 25
The Laguna PodcastJ.C. Norris - Blood, Sweat, & The SurfExcuse the hissing in the background for the second half of the episode. We recorded this in a silo with massive amounts of reverb and echo. Cleaned up the audio as much as i could, regardless, i think this is an amazing episode to learn about such a brutal fishery from someone who has damn near mastered it. 2024-04-211h 17
The Laguna PodcastChris Fowler - Lord Of The Flies//The Fly TrapChris fowler is a man who i think should be put forward in the space as an icon. I seldom say something like that, but chris' propensity to always be himself, and in a manner, injecting a new revitalized "fly fishing is for all walks of life" approach, is a surefire way to ensure the longevity of our passion and fishery.2024-04-141h 38
The Laguna PodcastChris Coulter - The Mechanic//Haynie BoatsChris Coulter is the embodiment of what it means to truly overcome any obstacle with vigor. Despite his tremendous and prestigous success in such a difficult industry, Chris has completely kept his own personality. Making him one of the nicest and most honest people you could ever come across.2024-04-071h 15
The Laguna PodcastMac Elliot - Under The TX WaterlineToday i sit down with Macala "Mac" Elliot, one of the fastest growing photographers in our fishery. Known now to produce stunning underwater images that capture the intrinsic beauty of a side seldom seen. I hope you enjoy our conversation.2024-03-311h 06
The Laguna PodcastOwen Gayler - The POC Redfish WranglerToday i sit down with the O'Connor Cowboy. One of the most personable and charismatic personalities on our coastline. Enjoy.2024-03-241h 43
The Laguna PodcastTaylor Winzeler - Worn On The Sleeve // Laguna MadreToday i sit down with Taylor Winzeler to talk about the history of his company, aswell as the art and artists involved with Laguna Madre Clothing Co.2024-03-171h 06
The Laguna PodcastMark Fisher - Directing Costal Science // TPWDToday i met with Mark Fisher in order to talk about the processes of legislation action within TPWD, aswell as the history and future of TPWD and their propriospective goals.2024-03-1057 min
The Laguna PodcastSeth Gambill - Jet Drives, Hydrological Surveys, & Black Duck SkiffsToday i met with Seth Gambill to speak over the history of his boats, and the stories from his days as a hydrological surveyor.2024-03-031h 35
The Laguna PodcastShannon Tompkins - The Biblical Freeze // The Outdoorsman With A VoiceNo words. I hope you truly enjoy my conversational deep dive into the freezes of 83 and 89, along side some other facts of texas history with Shannon Tompkins.2024-02-251h 26
The Laguna PodcastKevin Shaw - Push Poles, Milking Cows, & The Stiffy GirlsToday i sit down with the brain behind one of the most influential pieces of saltwater gear found on skiffs today. Honestly, i dont want to say much about it because im THAT excited for you to hear his story. This is my conversation with Kevin Shaw.2024-02-181h 13
The Laguna PodcastJohn Pilmer - Redfish, Boat Theft, & The DahlbergToday i sit down with an extremely underspoken person. Who has enough stories to rival mcgyver himself. I want to keep my caption short in order to make sure i spoil nothing. Enjoy my conversation with John Pilmer.2024-02-111h 26
The Laguna PodcastBryan Robinson - LLM Customs Classifiedtoday i sit down with one of the coolest and most laid back personalities i have had the pleasure of fishing and speaking with. Part of an elite club of the Orvis Endorsed Guides. He is quite the guy to have on the back of the skiff. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Bryan Robinson.2024-02-041h 06
The Laguna PodcastRobert K Sawyer - Vaqueros, Waterfowl, & The Texas Tarpon ClubToday i have a conversation with a author who eat sleeps and breathes anything waterfowl. Now while typically there arent many commonalities between fly fishing and waterfowling. There is one big thing we do have in common. The resource we share. I truly had an absoulte blast filming with and learning from rob. I hope you enjoy.2024-01-281h 12
The Laguna PodcastSkipper Ray - Grand Bay MasterSkipper Ray. A name known by many of the people who live and fish in the lower laguna madre. I am truly honored to be able to spend time and record a conversation with someone like skipper ray. This conversation was up there in terms of history with others like Wade, Richard, and a Eric. I hope you enjoy this one.2024-01-211h 02
The Laguna PodcastBilly Trimble - Excellence Thru RedfishToday i sit down with someone who has truly given their life to the passion of fly fishing for redfish. For the last 40 years, Billy Trimble has done nothing but dedicate himself to the fishery in the middle coast. He is an excellent example and advocate for our fishery, co founding Flatsworthy with another texas icon Chuck Naiser, Billy is someone who can appreciate all of the fishery for what it is worth. I hope you enjoy.2024-01-141h 02
The Laguna PodcastStephen Ford - The WatermanStephen Ford is a name recognized by many of the top texas anglers in the sport. He is someone who is underspoken in his influence on the "front lines" but simoltaneously has left an impression in the lives of many people along the texan coast. I am super glad stephen was able to make this happen. I hope yall enjoy.2024-01-071h 05
The Laguna PodcastJim Gebhart - On The Fly MagazineToday i sit down with someone who truly serves as the physical interconnectivity in the slowly virtualizing space we all have come to love. Jim Gebhart is someone who is truly "bringing sexy back" through his creation: On The Fly Magazine. OTFM prides itself in being marketed to wingshooters and fly fishermen alike, it truly serves as an excellent table piece that carries stories and true texas heritage.2023-12-311h 07
The Laguna PodcastAustin Orr - MOrr Distance, More FishToday i had the pleasure of sitting down with someone who is most likely going to be the future of texas fly casting. Austin is one of the most talented fly casters i have met, the only thing more impressive than his line speed is his true appreciation for some of the giants in the game before him. I really enjoyed spending time with austin for this podcast, the clip in question will be linked on my instagram. 2023-12-171h 22
The Laguna PodcastVincent Ochoa - Seagrass Surveys//LLM Fishery ResearchToday i sit down with someone who let his passion for the sport take him through an alternative route. Vincent is someone who has passion for the fishery and science alone. He now works at the Harte research facility in corpus christi continuing his research to better our fishery in any way he can.2023-12-031h 08
The Laguna PodcastCory Baumann - Texan-Made Props//A Baumann LegacyToday i sit down with someone who is carrying on a family legacy that has driven many anglers to and from the day of their lives. Cory Baumann is an amazing person and a legendary prop builder. He is the third in the generational lineage of true propeller building masters.2023-11-191h 01
The Laguna PodcastBill Gammel - TX Fly Cast GrandmasterI want to apologize for my microphone not capturing full audio. Luckily Bill's microphone captured his voice perfectly. Aside from that hiccup, this was one of the most interesting conversations i have ever had with anyone over highly advanced fly rod techniques and methods. I hope you enjoy my conversation with FFF master instructor: Bill Gammel.2023-10-161h 42
The Laguna PodcastBill Hagen - The Redfish MachineToday i share a conversation with one of the best minds that targets redifsh on fly in texas. Bill hagen is successful part time guide. Having won many tournaments throughout his career, he is one of the few elite to have their name etched in the biggest trophy in all of saltwater fly fishing. The Gold Cup. I truly enjoyed being able to sit down and have this conversation.2023-10-011h 23
The Laguna PodcastWade Dunkin - The LLM Avant GardistToday i sit down with one of the true trailblazers of the lower laguna madre. Someone who truly figured it out by putting his nose to the grindstone. I truly enjoyed this conversation, trying to picture what it was like to experience the LLM in a truly untouched fashion. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Wade Dunkin.2023-09-171h 14
The Laguna PodcastMarcus Montalvo - Kenner BeginningsToday I have a conversation with one of the few names I will always be excited to fish with as time passes. Marcus is a practicing dentist out of harlingen texas, and despite leaving for half a decade to pursue his education, he came as quick as he left to come back and continue his passion in the lower laguna madre—a great friend of mine, and someone I use as motivation in my own studies. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Dr. Montalvo.2023-09-031h 21
The Laguna PodcastLogan Crane - Guns, Gar, & GloryToday i sit down with a friend of mine from the middle texas coast. He made most of his way as a bowfishing guide for gar, and eventually moved towards fly fishing. He now is a part time guide when he is not shooting at competitions. I hope yall enjoy my conversation with Logan Crane.2023-08-201h 08
The Laguna PodcastTim O'Brien - Texan TechnicalsToday i share a conversation with the first person to expose me to the lower laguna madre. I spent many days skipping school to spend on the bow of his boat, and would do it all over again. Someone I look up to still, and try to learn from constantly. This is my conversation with Tim Obrien.2023-08-061h 15
The Laguna PodcastRichard Moore - LLM Conservation & DocumentationToday i had the luxury of being able to share a conversation with one of the most conservation-friendly people to ever come out of the LLM, as of right now, Richard spends his days working hard to show people the beauty in nature, attempting to show the resource at its core. With a main objective of showing the masses why we need to care about our resource. What a conversation.2023-07-231h 07
The Laguna PodcastCarl "Bud" Rowland - Numero Uno Trout Tamer (Part 2)this episode is a short format continuation of my conversation with bud rowland. He wanted to have some of his trout discoveries read and recorded on the podcast, and I am honored to even simply have another chat with him on the record. Enjoy2023-07-1637 min
The Laguna PodcastCarl "Bud" Rowland - Numero Uno Trout Tamer (Part 1)today i had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the most amazing people to ever pick up a fly rod. His passion for the fishery and the sport was extremely apparent through his work as a television personality, and he ended up creating some amazing things for the community as a result of it. Bud has most likely imprinted on almost every single current fly angler that has come out of the LLM, in one way or another.2023-07-091h 20
The Laguna PodcastEric Glass - Skinny Water Pelagicstoday i had the luxury of being able to sit down with one of the most well respected names to ever come out of the lower laguna madre. Captain eric glass is someone who has done it all, it takes a lifetime and a half to master the fishery we have, and he seems to have done just that. Eric is an amazing angler, a fantastic guide, a bright mind, and a stellar idol for many up coming guides and stewards of this fishery we call home.2023-06-251h 18
The Laguna PodcastLarry Haines - Supreme Hair Tarpon Anglerlarry is one of the most badass people that calls the LLM home. He has found an affinity for tarpon in a fishery that was once thought to not have them, and gotten damn close to mastering it. He is a great angler and a greater artist.2023-06-111h 11
The Laguna PodcastRyan Sparrow - Life, Liberty, and RedfishToday i speak with a good friend of mine, about the beginning of our fishing careers. The commonalities between our lucky situations. I found this episode unique due to the fact that ryan and I tend to have similar outlooks on the industry as well as life. My goal with this episode was to shine a light on our experiences aswell as illustrate the great person that ryan is, both on and off the water. And we brushed on a few other topics affecting our fly fishing environment.2023-05-281h 15
The Laguna PodcastRick Hartman - The Perfect CastFor my first episode released, I wanted to record the life of one of my biggest influences in fishing. A great mentor and an even better friend, Rick Hartman. 25 years guiding on the LLM, Fly casting on the big stage, and animals with abnormally large appendages. 2023-05-141h 35