Salt Strong Fishing

It's Slam Shady time! Yes, the custom paddletail swimbait lure that took the redfish, snook, flounder, and speckled trout crowd by storm, is on it's way to breaking a new world record. Find out the scientific reasons this lure is proven to catch so many fish along with many other questions anglers have had about the Slam Shady lure.

In this episode, Joe reveals the latest with the much anticipated Salt Strong fishing theme park, his new book, "The Chair" and how to get invited to the party. You won't want to miss this one!

The Draggunning Junkie is in the house! If you're up for catching monster snook, redfish, tarpon, and even permit from shore, then you've got to hear this amazing story. I had an absolute blast interviewing Boris about his journey to dial in these big inshore fish from land, bridges, and piers. Enjoy!

It's sheepshead time!!! If you've ever targeting sheepshead, you know that they can be tough to catch on lures. It usually takes live shrimp or small fiddler crabs to consistently catch sheepshead. But all that changed when companys like Chase Baits USA starting coming out with realistic looking artificial crabs (like their Krusty Krab). Listen in as we hit the water LIVE to catch sheepshead using fake crabs. Enjoy!

Did you know that there is a simple manual for loving yourself? More importantly, did you know that doing these simple four steps could be the answer you've been waiting for more happiness, fulfillment, and love in your life. Kamal's new book, How To Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It, is a must read. You're going to love this one!

In this episode, we bring on Capt. Judson "Jud" Brock of Eastern Angling to share how he's consistently catching redfish and trout in the winter. Jud shares some great tips on finding the feeding zones, best trout lures, and more. We also get into some of the conservation issues facing North Carolina (like Gill Netting). Enjoy.

LIVE!!! Check out this recent trip where Luke and I go trolling for trout. Not only did we catch a bunch of speckled seatrout, but we caught bluefish, spanish mackerel, and lizardfish. Lots of tight lines all using the Slam Shady lure in an idle zone! Watch as we break down the best types of spots for catching trout and much much more. You'll also get to learn how NOT to hold a fish for a picture...

Wow! This is a hard-hitting episode with special guest Pastor Johnny Kelly. He kicks it off with a super embarrassing story of something he did as a teenager and then ties in how "you will never stumble" or fail if you follow this simple principle from the Bible. Powerful message.

This is a great story of a female angler going all in on what she loves. Listen in Joe chats with redfish tournament angler (and Salt Strong Insider) Tanya Dowdy on her journey to becoming a consistent angler on the flats. They discuss everything from best redfish lures, winter fishing, how to fish the big tides, and more. Enjoy.

If you love catching speckled trout, then you're going to love this episode. Luke and Joe go out on the water and film a LIVE fishing tutorial on how to catch loads of trout (and just get tight lines) without needing live bait. We cover the best fishing spots for speckled sea trout, what lures to catch to catch trout, and some other tips on getting everyone on your boat with tight lines. Enjoy.

If you are going through a tough time and feel like you're in a rut, then you've got to hear this. These are 4 steps that have proven time and time again to get things back on track (and create a TON of happiness in life). Do them and you will be shocked at what happens in your life. Enjoy.

In this episode, Luke and Joe head out in a brand new spot during super low tide right after a nasty cold front. The goal was to catch redfish, snook, and trout. But as you'll hear, it was tough going with the conditions. Plus, the guys realized at the end that they should have just stuck with what they know... Enjoy.

In this episode, the Salt Strong crew breaks down how to fish docks for redfish. They cover top redfish lures, best types of docks, what to look for on online maps, top dock fishing mistakes, and even break down a couple of spots and on the water game film. If you want to maximize your redfish strikes around docks, then you are going to love this.

In this episode of Salt Strong UNCHURCHED, we have on Dr. Ben Rall to discuss how he went from training for the Olympics to 60lbs overweight to losing it all and becoming a better version of himself. I had never really heard of the term "body stewardship" prior to this interview, and now I'm consciously thinking about it. Enjoy.

Have you ever used a fishing spot map? For years, we used to rely on these fishing maps (until we realized that there was a better way). So in this episode, Luke and I talk about the pros and cons of Top Spot Maps (one of the largest fishing spot maps out there). Enjoy.

In this episode, we have inshore grouper expert Todd Foucher (ex-Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing Guide) on to discuss how he's consistently catching nice inshore gag grouper (and snapper) year-round. Todd discusses his best bait for catching grouper, his grouper rigs, and other tips to go out there and get keep gags.

If you've ever struggled with the loss of a loved one or the loss of something you loved, and you couldn't understand why a God whose supposed to be fair and loving could take it from you, then you need to hear this. The topic is something that everyone has struggled with (even pastors), and in this episode we dig deep and share some hard-hitting stories.

Capt. Rob Fordyce is certainly one of the toughest fishermen around. Not only has he been competing at the highest level for longer than most anglers still in competition, but he continues to WIN. Find out how he became such a great angler, his biggest mistakes along the way (that you can learn from), and his best tips for weekend warrior anglers trying to become more consistent at catching fish.

In this episode, Joe and Luke go LIVE on the water and reveal exactly how they get tight lines on sheepshead, mangrove snapper, sea bass, and other inshore saltwater fish on demand. They break down the best types of spots, the best bait (live shrimp), how to rig the shrimp for more strikes, and more. Stick around until the end as the camera takes a dive in the ocean!! This is definitely our most expensive podcast ever.

God loves big dreams. And nothing excited HIM more than to see you accomplish them. Listen in as I meet with Pastor Johnny Kelly to discuss dreams, purpose, faith, and much more. Definitely a must-listen for 2020.

Did you know that IGFA is WAY more than just an organization for keeping track of fishing world records? They are doing some really big things for conservation, getting kids fishing, and much much more. Listen in as Jason shares all of the great things we are doing (and how it impacts you as a fisherman).

If you're a saltwater fisherman who isn't catching fish and getting tight lines every single trip, then you're going to love this episode. The guys from Salt Strong reveal the #1 mistake that holds most anglers back (including them for many years). Listen in as they discuss how to fix the issues and catch more saltwater fish in 2020.

Have you ever chosen a word to focus on for the year? I've had multiple people tell me that it has changed their life. So in this episode, I address how to pick your word, the best words, and how to make magic happen in your life. If you're looking for BIG changes in your life for 2020, then you're definitely going to want to hear this.

It's speckled trout time!!! What an amazing interview with Capt. Matt Chipperfield (inshore saltwater fishing guide near Jacksonville, Florida who is putting his customers on some massive gator trout). We discuss how to target the big gator trout, becoming a consistent speckled trout angler, and much much more. Enjoy this one!

The dream of most anglers is to simply have tight lines, right? Let's face it, catching a state record fish is amazing, but for the majority of us, we just want to make sure we're getting strikes and feeling tugs on our line. There is nothing worse than spending a day (or even half day) on the water and catching nothing. That's why we're excited to share Smart Fishing Spots with you. Enjoy.

We've talked quite a bit about the future of Salt Strong and the highly anticipated fishing theme park... so today I sit down and share some of the latest developments on the park, the reason WHY we are being called to start a family-focused fishing campus, and the impact this will make on America. Enjoy

In this episode, we have on professional fishing photographer Jessica Haydahl (Richardson) to talk all about outdoor photography, storytelling, and females doing big things in the outdoor industry. If you love fishing pictures and stories, then you'll love this episode.

In this episode, Luke and Joe Simonds record LIVE from the truck on the way home from the Florida Keys. They share what they learned fishing down there (for spanish mackerel, sharks, and tripletail), to what it's like living on a houseboat, to other fun things going on. Enjoy

In this hard-hitting episode of UNCHURCHED, we discuss the implications of Merry Christmas vs Happy Holidays and the BIG PROBLEM underneath it all. If you've ever wondered what you should say at Christmas time, you've got to hear this episode!

Capt. Max McKinley starting guiding earlier than most young adults are getting out of school... and the wild part is that he didn't come from a family of fishermen (in fact his parents are big into fishing at all). Listen in to this young man's awesome story of dealing with being the new kid on the block to pursuing your dreams, to figuring out a new fishery.

In this episode, we have on Capt. Tyler Kapela (host of Discovering Water on the Discovery Channel) who's also a top fishing guide in the Tampa/St. Pete area. We discuss everything from the future of TV, to catching reds on the flats, to gag grouper in the winter to catching a grouper from his balcony! Fun interview indeed! Enjoy.

In this hard-hitting episode of Salt Strong Unchurched, Joe Simonds reveals how he's managed to find the right balance of alcohol and caffeine and still avoid the anxiety attacks that plagued him for over a decade. He also reveals a recent story where he had to breath his way out of an oncoming anxiety attack due to too much caffeine. Enjoy.

In this episode, we get to hear fisherman Dave Otte's amazing story of transitioning from catching bass in Tennessee to moving closer to the saltwater in the Panhandle of Florida and having to figure out the inshore saltwater fishing game from scratch. If you've ever wanted to take your fishing game up a level, you're going to love this!

In this episode, we have Chief Fishing Coach Luke Simonds to discuss the best fishing spots and tips for catching redfish, speckled trout, snook, and flounder in the late fall and early winter. If you want to maximize your inshore saltwater fishing time this winter, definitely listen in to this one!

Did you know that not once did Jesus run, job, or even skip to where he needed to go. In fact, he even used a donkey (a slow walking animal) instead of a horse. Do you know why? It could be the answer you've been looking for to getting more out of life. Enjoy this hard-hitting episode of Salt Strong UNCHURCHED.

The guy behind "World's Greatest Fishing Show" and now "Zona's Awesome Fishing Show" was an absolute blast to interview. It's no wonder doors keep opening up for this bass angler. Listen in as we discuss fishing, doing LIVE fishing shows, broadcast, fears, and much more.

In this podcast, we interview Capt. Moe Newman of Journey South Outfitters in Venice, Louisiana. Listen in as she shares her story of fishing with her dad, catching tuna, catching massive reds, working with her chef husband (who's also a captain), and the conservation issues they are facing in Louisiana.

Wow! What a hard-hitting episode of Salt Strong Unchurched where we discuss the truths regarding anxiety, depression, God, and you. If you've ever had bouts with anxiety, depression, or a combination of both, you're not going to want to miss this episode. Thanks for the shares and feedback!

We recently hit 10,000 Salt Strong Insider members and many are asking, "What's next for Salt Strong?" Co-founder Joe Simonds hits the microphone on a recent drive to share some exciting news on what's next in 2020 (and beyond)... including some teasers about the future fishing theme park!

Wow! What an episode! We brought on fish finder expert Neal Combs (the guy who trains Bass Pro and West Marine about fish finders and marine electronics) to discuss everything you need to know about fish finders/bottom finders/bottom machines. Neal shares the top mistakes he sees anglers making when it comes to using their fish finder, his favorite marine electronics, and more. Enjoy!

If you are looking for more happiness, fulfillment, money, and better relationships, then you don't want to miss this hard-hitting episode of Salt Strong UNCHURCHED. We cover forgiveness, stories of letting anger negatively impact our personal relationships, how holding a grudge keeps us from growing and making everything from more money to better relationships, and more.

Lunkerdog is back!!! The angler who coined the phrases "Run That Dog" and "Catching Lunkers In People's Faces" is back on the show by popular demand. Listen in as we discuss Capt. Jeff Maggio's new podcast, funny fishing stories, and even a candid conversation about doing a live event. Enjoy!

What a story! I had the pleasure of having legendary angler (and fishing blooper king) Bill Dance on to share some really powerful stories about his career, some things that most people probably don't know about him, and even the fish that changed it all for Bill. Enjoy!

In this hard-hitting episode of UNCHURCHED, Joe and pastor Johnny tell some real world stories of struggling with purpose and meaning as it relates to our lives. If you've ever wanted a simple formula to help find your purpose in life, you'll love this 3-part process.

Wow what a story! Patrick Sebile could very well be one of the best anglers in the world. With over 300 fishing records, 760+ different documented fish species caught, and countless lure, rod, and hook design inventions, he's done more in the fishing world that most ever dream of. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Patrick to hear his amazing story. We cover everything from him getting bullied as a kid, how fishing helped him with his confidence, how he was designing fishing rods before he could drive, and how he's been able to think like a fish. Enjoy

If you love catching big speckled trout then you're going to love this episode with The Speckled Truth founder Chris Bush. We break down the best areas, best lures, and best moon phases to target gator trout on the flats this fall and early winter. And it's all from the fisherman who has more speckled trout data on these thick gator trout than anybody else. Enjoy.

In this episode, Pastor Johnny and Joe share their own personal struggled with marriage, tips for a happier marriage, and thoughts on divorce. Definitely a must-listen to episode if you desire a happier marriage.

In this episode, I interview Capt. Benny Blanco where we discuss how he and the guys from Captains for Clean Water are doing everything in their power to restore clean water to our estuaries. He shares the battles, the tough discussions with politicians, the big problems, and some education on what's really going on. We also discuss his new fishing show Guiding Flow and how he's using that to help our waterways.

In this episode, Robert Fields (from the fishing show Field Trips with Robert Fields) shares his hard-hitting story of losing his job, girlfriend, and close family member all at the same time which opened the door to stop chasing zeros and pursue happiness. He shares how he went from not ever fishing at all to becoming pretty consistent at kayak fishing to now getting paid to fish. You definitely don't want to miss this episode!

This could be one of the tougher questions we face as humans... If there is a God, why does he let bad things happen to good people? This is a daunting question (and probably the main reason atheists exist). So in this episode, we share some personal stories of loss, suffering, and pain to explain why God lets bad things happen to his children.