
Eastern Current Saltwater Inshore Fishing Podcast
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Ep 54EP 54: The Importance of Releasing Speckled Trout Over 20 Inches (Release Over 20)
Eye Strike Fishing, CCA and Eastern Current have joined forces to start the "RELEASE OVER 20" campaign. Releasing speckled trout over 20 inches is important because fish of this size class produce much larger amounts of eggs. Keeping the big breeding fish in the water guarantees better fishing in the years to come! Catch and release practices are very important! Hope you enjoy our video! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Eye Strike Fishing https://eyestrikefishing.com/store/ CCA North Carolina https://ccanc.org/ Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 53EP53: Fly Fishing For Redfish in Savanah Georgia
In this episode we talk with Capt. Chad DuBose of Tall Tides Charters located in Savanah Georgia. Chad was born and raised in Savanah Georgia and has been fly fishing for redfish since he was young. We hope you enjoy this podcast episode! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 52EP 52: Targeting Striped Bass in Weldon North Carolina
In this podcast we talk about Striper fishing on the Roanoke River in Weldon North Carolina. We cover fly fishing and light tackle tactics for catching more Striped Bass in the upper reaches of this amazing coastal river. Though our focus is on the Weldon North Carolina these tactics and principles can be applied up and down the East Coast while targeting Striped Bass. Hope you enjoy the podcast! ~John's Website~ https://www.johnsmolko.com/index ~John's Insta~ @thesmolkshow Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 51EP 51: How to Catch Redfish during a Flood Tide
In this video we go over how to catch tailing redfish during a flood tide. Flood Tide fishing can be extremely challenging so hopefully this video on how to catch tailing redfish during a flood tide will hep you on your next flood tide fishing trip. Fishing the flood tide is a unique and special experience! casting to a tailing redfish during a flood tide can be one of the most exhilarating experiences in fishing. It is important to know how to catch a tailing redfish during a flood tide before you go fish a flood tide for tailing redfish. Perry's Guide Website: https://www.mcflyfishing.com/about Jud's Guides Website: https://www.easternangling.com/ Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time.
Ep 50EP 50: Why Seigler Fishing Reels are the Best
In this episode we talk with Wes Seigler, owner of Seigler Reels, and Ryan McArthur, head of marketing and content creation. We discuss the birth and growth of the company and the many incredible reels that they offer! Seigler is leading the industry in innovation with conventional and fly reels! Hope y'all enjoy this episode as much as I did! CHECK OUT THEIR REELS HERE! https://www.seigler.fish SEIGLER ON INSTAGRAM @fishseigler @flyseigler Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 49EP 49: Sheepshead Fishing with the Shepherd Himself
n this episode of Eastern Current Fishing we talk with Captain Luke Moser of Coastline Charters all about Sheepshead and Black Drum. Luke has Sheepshead fishing down to a science! Hope you enjoy the episode! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 48EP 48: Must Have Tackle (Spring & Summer)
In this video Jud and Cameron dive into their favorite tackle for redfish and speckled trout in the spring and summer months. We talk about everything from leaders and main line all the way to hard baits and paddle tails. This video gives you a detailed look into exactly what we have in our tackle boxes! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! etcurrent.com
Ep 47EP 47: Shallow Water Kayak Tactics for Redfish & Trout
In this episode we talk with weekend warrior Roger Jones all about kayak fishing and boat fishing. Roger has a flats skiff but says he is way more effective from his kayak and out fishes himself on a boat 90% of the time. In this episode we really dive into how important it can be to slow down and really pick apart an area. This can be hard to do on a boat but when you are forced to slow down and really pick an area apart with a kayak you can learn much more about the spot. Even if you have a boat there is a huge amount of information you can learn from kayak anglers. Hope you enjoy this episode of The Eastern Current Saltwater Fishing Show! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 46EP 46: The Huge Advantage of Micro Skiffs and Solo Skiffs
If you are in the market for a Microskiff this is the episode for you. Microskiffs are really just high speed kayaks that allow you to access fishing grounds that no-one else can! Shallow water exploration is made easy on a microskiff and typically the further of the beaten path you can get the better the fishing. If you are looking at a new inshore fishing platform be sure to give microskiffs and solo skiffs a good look. Thanks for the great input Joe! Hope y'all enjoy this episode of The Eastern Current Saltwater Fishing Show! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 45EP 45: Gator Speckled Trout Tactics (TOPWATER & MORE)
In this video we talk about how to target gator speckled trout. The are many weather trends that are very important to pay attention to! We also talk about good lures to throw and when to throw them. if you want to step your speckled trout game up this video is for you! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Also check out Eastern Current's website! https://etcurrent.com/
Ep 44EP 44: This Girl Catches Sailfish From Her Kayak!
In this video we interview angler Christina Weber about her many fishing adventures in South Florida as well as around the world! Christina has done it all from a kayak including sailfish, rooster fish mahi mahi and more. We talk with Christina about why she sold all her kayak gear to buy a skiff and the many differences between the two fishing platforms. Hope you enjoy! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Donate through our PATREON Account! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true Be Sure to check out our live Fishing show Eastern Current on Youtube, Facebook and Instagram as well as anywhere that you can listen to podcasts. If you want to watch live follow our facebook page and tune in every Tuesday night at 8PM eastern standard time. Check Out Our Website etcurrent.com
Ep 43EP 43: Get more topwater blowups by doing this!
In this episode Cameron and Judson talk all about spring topwater fishing in North Carolina. We go over what topwater plugs we like for redfish, speckled trout and striped bass as well as where and how we like to work them. Hope you enjoy! Do you love the Eastern Current Podcast and want to help support us? Check out out Patreon Account https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31609753&fan_landing=true
Ep 42EP 42: Saltwater Paddle Board Fishing
In this video we talk with Griffin Zwack from North Carolina all about paddle board fishing! Griffin crushes the redfish, speckled trout and flounder from his paddle board on a regular basis. In this video we share all our best secrets on how to catch fish close to where you launch! Hope you enjoy!
Ep 41EP 41: Fishing South Florida with George Poveromo
EP 41: In this episode we have the pleasure of talking with TV show host and fishing legend George Poveromo! George has fished the waters of South Florida his entire life and is a wealth of information when it comes to both inshore and offshore fishing. We hope that you enjoy this episode of Eastern Current as much as we did!
Ep 40EP 40: Catch more redfish with less time (Weekend Warrior Strategies)
In this episode we talk with David Teran of Texas about his strategy as a weekend warrior. David does not have a ton of time to devote to fishing but when he gets the time he capitalizes on. Listen along as we pick Davids brain for all the inshore answers!
Ep 39EP 39: Targeting Redfish and Speckled Trout in the Carolinas
In this episode we discuss our favorite tactics and strategies for redfish and speckled trout from late winter into spring! Staying one step ahead of the fish is key and we talk about how to do that with this weeks special guest Ethan Bilderback. Hope you enjoy the show!
Ep 38EP 38: Kayak Fishing Tips for the Weekend Warrior
In this video we talk with weekend warrior and kayak angler Zakk Kirby about how he maintains success fishing from a kayak around a busy work schedule.We hope this video helps you catch more fish!
Ep 37EP 37: Summer Fishing Preparation TACKLE / SPOT ANALYSIS / WAMING WATER TRENDS
In this episode we chat with good friend, fellow angler and tackle shop manager Ben Chesney about making sure that you are prepared for Spring and Summer fishing. We cover all the bases in this episode tackle preparation, spot analysis and warming weather trends that will help you catch more fish!
Ep 36EP 36: Targeting Striped Bass in Coastal Rivers (Capt. Richard Andrews)
In this episode we talk with legendary North Carolina fishing guide and angler Richard Andrews all about targeting Striped Bass in Coastal Rivers. Catching fish in heavy current can be tough and overwhelming. We hope this video can help you next time you hit the water!striper
Ep 35EP 35: Only get to fish on the weekend? take advantage of these tricks!
This is the first Eastern Current Weekend Warrior Episode. In this episode we talk with Connor Bachman about fishing the lower reaches of the Pamlico Sound. Conor is a weekend warrior meaning he only gets to fish when he is not working but he has developed some incredible strategies to be more successful when he gets to be on the water. Hope you enjoy!
Ep 34EP 34: The many benefits of fishing hand tied jigs and lures with Buggs Fishing
In this episode we talk with Heath Hipple, founder rand owner of Buggs Fishing. Heath creates and sells incredible hand tied fishing lures for the hard core angler. We are excited to get our hands on some of his lures and try them ourselves. These hand tied jigs are so perfect for many applications but we believe they will excel when sightfishing picky and weary fish on the flats.
Ep 33EP 33: Striped Bass and Speckled Trout with Capt. Brian Saunders
In this episode we talk with Capt. Brian Saunders about his tactics and tricks for catching more speckled trout and striped bass. We go over lures, presentation and habitat. Hope you enjoy!
Ep 32EP 32: The Paul Brown Corky with Caleb McCumber (Gator Trout)
In this episode we talk with Captain Caleb McCumber about the Paul Brown Corky and why it is such an amazing lure for big trout. Hope you enjoy!
Ep 31EP 31: Targeting Late Winter Shad and Striped Bass in Coastal Rivers
In this episode we talk with captain Will Paul about fishing coastal rivers for shad and striped bass. North Carolina has some very unique coastal river fisheries that are absolutely loaded with shad and striper during the right times of year. Hope you enjoy!
Ep 30EP 30: How to Catch Speckled Trout and Striped Bass in Brackish Water (Neuse River)
In this episode we talk with Captain MJ Miller of New Bern North Carolina about how to catch Speckled Trout and Striped Bass. The Neuse River fishery is one of North Carolinas most diverse fisheries season to season. Hope you enjoy!
Ep 29EP 29: Sight Fishing for Redfish and Cobia in Beaufort South Carolina
In this episode we talk with Captain Owen Plair of Beaufort, South Carolina. We talk about all of the sight fishing opportunities his fishery has to offer! Owen is a book of fishing knowledge so be sure to take notes!
Ep 28EP 28: Wintertime Tackle and Tactics for Redfish and Speckled Trout
In this episode we talk with tackle freaks and fishing legends Ben Chesney and Ryan Christoffersen. Make sure you have a pen and a piece of paper because these guys throw down some knowledge.
Ep 27EP 27: Wintertime Striped Bass With Captain Jot Owens
In this video we bring on Captain Jot Owens to talk about targeting Striped Bass. We dive in deep covering what conditions and trends to look for as well as what lures to use and how to effectively cover water with them. Hope you enjoy and learn as much as we did.
Ep 26EP 26: Targeting Schooling Winter Redfish
In this episode we talk all about how to locate and catch schooling winter redfish. The winter months are our favorite time of year to target redfish. Big hungry schools in shallow clear water. Hope you enjoy!
Ep 25Ep 25: Speckled Trout Tackle and Tactics with Travis Overman
In this episode, we welcome Capt. Travis Overman back to the show to break down his go-to trout baits and jigs. He shares plenty of insights and tactics for hunting trout in numbers and size.
Ep 24Ep 24: How to become a more successful weekend warrior.
In this episode we sit down with guests Captain Cameron Pappas and Jeff Kidwell to discuss how you can become a better weekend warrior. This episode is full of tips, tricks, and ideas of how to make your time on the water more successful. We are confident that the principles we discuss in this podcast can help the true weekend warrior as well as the seasoned fishing guide become more effective on the water.
Ep 23Ep 23: Fishing Worldwide With Meredith Mccord (Redfish to Tigerfish)
In this episode, we talk Fishing, Business, Missions work and much much more with fishing legend Meredith Mccord. Hope you enjoy this interview as much as we did!
Ep 22Ep 22: Texas Redfish with Capt. Caleb McCumber
In this episode, we talk with fishing guide Capt. Caleb McCumber and good friend Taylor Roth about fishing for redfish in the great state of Texas. They cover a variety of things from water depth to gator trout.
Ep 21Ep 21: The Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico with Capt. Darryl Holtz
In this episode, Capt. Darryl Holtz of Diverse Angling shares his journey and experience of fishing year-round from May-October in Michigan and October - April in Florida. You'll be sure to learn a lot and use these tips and tricks no matter where you fish.
Ep 20Ep 20: Fall Patterns Redfish & Speckled Trout
In this episode, Billy Thorpe and Judson Brock dig into the changing fall patterns of redfish and speckled trout on the coast of North Carolina. They also spend quality time answering questions from their live audience on Facebook.
Ep 19Ep 19: Giant Redfish Shallow Water with Adam Debruin and Allen Cain
In this episode, Adam and Allen share their experiences of guiding and fishing in the shallow waters of Louisiana for giant redfish. This show is riddled with belly-laugh worthy stories from eating rats to Adam assisting a client "unload some timber." You'll have some fishing takeaways and a desire to book these guys for your next Louisiana fishing experience.
Ep 18Ep 18: Speckled Trout Tactics with Justin Carter of Redfin Charters
In this episode of Eastern Current, Justin Carter gives us an inside look at his tactics for targeting trophy trout in the Charleston, SC area. We learn how patience, persistence, note-taking, and 13 rods will help you be more consistent. Also, while keeping them close, Justin fires off a couple of key secrets that with some research and grit will help you find trophy trout more often. Listen to the whole episode to learn more.
Ep 17Ep 17: Trout Fishing Coastal Rivers with Capt. Ray Brittain
In this episode, Capt. Ray Brittain of Spring Tide Guide Service shares over 30 years of experience of fishing for speckled trout in coastal rivers. This show is packed full of great information and stories from the best water temperatures for gator trout to topwater action in frozen creeks. Capt. Ray is a wealth of knowledge and you'll be itching to plan your speckled trout trip.
Ep 16Ep 16: Targeting Trophy Trout with Chris Bush of The Speckled Truth
In this episode of Eastern Current, Chris Bush of The Speckled Truth shares years of experience and passion for trophy trout fishing. You'll be inspired and challenged to be apart of his "Dirty 30" citation program that has provided years of data regarding speckled trout all over the country. Serving in the airforce most of his life Chris has had the opportunity to fish in several states and shares how he chooses the best days to target gator trout, based primarily on external factors.
Ep 15Ep 15: Targeting Gator Trout On Foot with Ryan Christoffersen
In this episode of Eastern Current, Ryan Christoffersen takes us on a journey as he tells the story of his personal best trout (as of 09/24/19) weighing in at 9.7 lbs with a length of 29.75". Along the way, he shares his perspective of best practices, conditions, habitat, lures and much more. Ryan has an in-depth philosophy and thinks outside the box when it comes to targeting big fish. Grab a pen and paper, you'll be sure to learn a few things.
Ep 14Ep 14: Chasing False Albacore with Billy Thorpe and Judson Brock
In this episode of Eastern Current, Billy and Judson talk about their recent false albacore fishing trip filled with fly fishing, phone dropping, and bird catching stories. You'll hear their strategies for finding, casting to and fighting these incredibly strong fish.
Ep 13Ep 13: Tournament Fishing with Luke Tippett and Jordan Nason
In this episode of Eastern Current, Luke Tippett and Jordan Nason give us some insight on what it takes to be successful as a fishing tournament team, even when the motor breaks. We discuss what strategies they use to find fish in unknown areas, tackle, google maps and Jordan shares how he likes to sight cast using a popping cork. This episode is full of laughs, stories and maybe a few new t-shirt ideas.
Ep 12Ep 12: Topwater Talk with Billy Thorpe and Judson Brock
In this episode of Eastern Current, co-hosts Billy Thorpe and Judson Brock talk extensively about topwater fishing for a variety of inshore and nearshore species including redfish, speckled trout, flounder, amberjacks, albacore, and much more. They dig into Judson's tackle box and pull out all sorts of topwater gear and Judson shares his best strategies for rigging, presenting, setting the hook and landing more fish on topwater. Also in this episode, Billy demos some cutting edge tech that will allow you to capture your next topwater bite on your phone with the Eco-Popper.
Ep 11Ep 11: Southern Flounder Amendment Discussion with Tom Roller
In this episode of Eastern Current, we have the highly controversial but necessary conversation of the southern flounder amendment in North Carolina. Tom Roller is a long-time fishing guide and very involved with conservation efforts. He helps us understand the details of the proposed amendment and how it could benefit the flounder fishery. We also discuss the impacts that the recreational and commercial industries currently have on the fishery and what the amendment means for them.
Ep 10Ep 10: Saltwater Fly Fishing with Capt. Jon Huff
In this episode, we dig into saltwater fly fishing with Capt. Jon Huff of Circle H Charters. Jon has been fly fishing for nearly 40 years and has been a fishing guide for over 20 of those years. Jon helps us break down the necessary gear such as rod and reel matchups, line, backing, leaders, tippet, and flies. We also learn the different types of hook sets, casting techniques and much more. Whether a long-time fly fisherman or a novice you'll be itching to break out the fly rod and take shots at some saltwater species.
Ep 9Ep 9: Targeting Giant Redfish in the Pamlico Sound with Capt. Richard Andrews
In this episode, we talk with long-time angler and captain Richard Andrews. Captain Richard Andrews is the owner of Tar-Pam Guide Service and has been involved in North Carolina’s charter fishing industry since 2001. Born and raised on the Tar River in Tarboro, North Carolina, he began fishing the rivers, estuaries, and gulf stream waters of Eastern North Carolina at an early age. We cover a variety of tips and techniques from rigging to releasing giant redfish in the Pamlico Sound.

Ep 8Ep 8: Bull Reds and Cobia with Capt. Jot Owens
In this episode of Eastern Current, Capt. Jot Owens of Wilmington, NC shares his strategies for finding, catching, and properly releasing bull redfish (old drum). He also dives into fishing for cobia both in the spring and the fall from using cut bait, live bait, artificials and shares different rigging techniques. Jot is a lifetime NC resident and has fished all over the United States. His knowledge and wisdom for the fishery are unmatched.

Ep 7Ep 7: Kayak Fishing Nearshore and Inshore with Elias Vaisberg
In this episode of Eastern Current, we interview popular YouTuber and kayak angler, Elias Vaisberg from EliasVFishing. We discuss everything from his inshore and nearshore kayak fishing techniques to best practices when rolling a kayak in the surf. Regardless if you are an experienced or inexperienced kayak angler you'll be sure to have some takeaways to make your next kayak fishing adventure a little more enjoyable. Enjoy the show!

Ep 6Ep 6: Inshore Bait Fishing Strategies with Travis Overman
In this podcast episode of Eastern Current, we talk with Capt. Travis Overman a true local of the Cape Fear region about his strategies for fishing with live bait inshore. He gives us some insight of where to find trout, flounder and redfish in the creeks, marsh areas and how to rig baits for different currents. He is a lifelong resident of the Wilmington, NC area and has been fishing since he was 2 yrs old.

Ep 5Ep 5: Tarpon Fishing with Honson Lau
In this episode of Eastern Current, we talk with Capt. Honson Lau of Purple Isle Fly Fishing about how to find, feed and land trophy tarpon. Honson shares techniques for presenting with a fly rod, spin rod and bait caster as well as best tides and weather conditions. You'll learn all the best equipment, tackle, gear, etiquette and even what you'll need to physically be prepared to fight these trophy fish.