Salt Strong Fishing

In this episode we have on Liz Ogilvie, the VP & Chief Marketing Officer at the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), to discuss the "60 in 60" campaign, the biggest challenges we face as a country as fishermen, the biggest opportunities, and a deep dive into everything that the American Sportfishing Association is doing to further fishing opportunities in America.

In this episode, Joe Simonds (from Salt Strong), shares some candid feedback on the exact steps to land your dream job, to impress any employer, and some tricks to making a massive impact. Enjoy!

In this episode, we have on author Sid Dobrin to discuss his new book, "Fishing Gone," that discusses the biggest challenges we face as fishermen (along with some ideas on how we can improve fishing for future generations and save the ocean through fishing).

If you've ever suffered from an anxiety attack, panic attack, or any form of depression, then you don't want to miss this episode. After the first discussion on anxiety attacks and alcohol, I received an overwhelming response to dive deeper... to discuss the exact breathing techniques and other tricks to eliminate anxiety attacks. Enjoy and please SHARE!

If you've ever dreamed of having your captain's license (or being a full-time charter captain or fishing guide), then you'll definitely want to listen in to this one with Capt. Thom Ray. And even if you don't want to be a captain, this episode is slam-packed of awesome stories and good nuggets.

If you want to avoid looking like a complete offshore deep sea fishing newbie (and catch more fish), then listen in as we talk all about everything we learned from a recent 2-day offshore fishing trip.

If you love catching fluke (aka flounder in some parts of America), then you don't want to miss this amazing episode with the fluke fishing legend himself, John Skinner. We discuss his brand new online course (Fluke Mastery), the best areas to find the BIG fluke (flounder), and some other tips on targeting fluke this year. Enjoy!

In this episode, we have seagrass expert Beau Williams on to reveal everything you could possibly want to know about seagrass and it's role in a healthy estuary (and any healthy fishing grounds for that matter). If you're a serious fisherman, you don't want to miss this one!

If you love catching red snapper, then you're going to love this episode with Capt. Dylan Hubbard (from the famous Hubbard's Marina) breaking down everything you could possibly need to know about fishing for red snapper. We talk about best baits, best areas to find big red snapper, the new regulations, venting, and much more. Tight lines!

There's beach fishing for a couple small fish and then there's extreme surf fishing for trophy fish like 30+ lb permit, monster pompano, and even cubera snapper! If you went to get the low down on how pro angler (and maker of the hot-selling Riggs by Couture) Caleb Couture catching so many big fish from the surf, then you've got to tune into this episode.

It's AnglerUp With Brant time! I remember seeing this guy doing his famous "Negative Fisherman" parody and laughing like crazy. He's constantly putting out really funny content (usually based on true stories from his charter customers). You'll get to hear how his business exploded, how he gets millions of views on his videos, and what's in the future for this entertaining fisherman.

In this hard-hitting (and emotional) episode, Joe Simonds from Salt Strong shares some of his past struggles with anxiety attacks (aka panic attacks), alcohol, the curse of social media, along with the simple trick that finally ended his anxiety attacks for good. Buckle up as this one is deep.

Did you know that Mosquito Lagoon used to be ranked #1 out of the 28 National Registered Lagoons and now it's ranked #28 (LAST PLACE)? What's sad is that most of the destruction has happened in the last 10 years... but it's not too late. In fact, our guest today (Tom Doerr) has found a way to bring millions of seagrass back to into the Lagoon. Please listen (and take action) on this critically important episode.

In this episode, we have on Rich J. (aka FishAholic Fishing on YouTube) to discuss striper fishing, bluefish, travel, surfcasting, Florida, and how you get to be known as a FishAholic. Listen in to this fun episode (and some great tips on finding new fishing spots)

In this episode, we have on Matt (aka Bama Beach Bum) to discuss his journey from being a bass guy (who had never fished from the beach in his life) to going full-time as a surf fishing guide. We talk about family, fishing, and his amazing story of helping others create memories out on the water. You'll love this one.

In this episode, we have on Capt. Lee Noga, the female shrimp fisherman who's disrupting the shrimping world one day at a time... listen in as we discuss the challenges she's faced as a female shrimper, her patented shrimp light, along with her big goals to get more families out shrimping.

In this episode, we have one of the best speckled trout anglers in all of Texas on the show to discuss everything you'd want to know about catching big gator trout. From his "Dirty 30" award to his dad catching 12,000 trout, to the wicked awesome data he's gathering about these big trout. You're going to love this one!

In this episode, we interview filmmaker Clay Kraski, who is about to release the hard-hitting documentary "Florida, State Of Denial." We discuss everything from who's at fault, how this happened, dirty politics, and some solutions.

In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Liz from the Billion Oyster Project and Mike from the Nature Conservancy. They discuss how New York used to be the oyster capital of the world, what caused the downfall, and what they are doing about it (and how other cities can do the same). Awesome episode with some really powerful information on the importance of oyster reefs.

From a lead singer who opened for big named bands that the entire world adored to going down the path of fishing for a living, Topwater Trev has BIG dreams and isn't going to let anything get in his way. The coolest part is that he just picked up fishing again not that long ago, and it's amazing to see how far he's come in a short time. Enjoy.

This story is almost like something out of a movie... young man has to decide to become a doctor (like his parents and most of society tells him is best for him) or to fish for a living... and chooses to fish. Listen in as we hear Viktor from Landshark Outdoor's full story on how he went from a student to full-time angler.

In this episode, we have a candid discussion about one of the biggest misconceptions to fishing... the belief that the answer to catching more fish (and becoming a more consistent fisherman) is simply spending more time on the water. Listen in as we discuss what we've discovered after coaching thousands of anglers.

In this episode, Luke and Joe Simonds (founders of the largest private saltwater Facebook fishing group) discuss what they are seeing behind the scenes that gives them worry the end is in sight for many of these social fishing groups... Enjoy

In this episode, we chat with Jeff and Kristi Anderson of 1Fish2Fish about inshore fishing, adventure, and inspiring others to fish (especially women anglers). You'll get to hear how they got started fishing, their goals, some funny stories, along with with some Outer Banks and Virginia inshore fishing tips for winter.

In this episode, Joe Simonds from Salt Strong reveals the stress, excitement, and adventure of leaving everything behind for 31 days to live on a small fishing island with no cars, no stores, and nothing to do but fish, write, drink beer, and film videos.

In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with fishing YouTuber Lawson Lindsey. We've been following Lawson's explosive growth for many years and it was great to hear his story, talk about this amazing fishing adventures, his best fishing memories, and the future... Enjoy.

In this episode, we have on Guy Harvey Resort bass pro Capt. Scott Taylor to talk all about catching largemouth bass this winter (in particular, central Florida bass). Listen in as we talk about pro tactics, where the bass are most likely to be found, how to catch them, along with some great fishing stories.

In this episode, we have on Tom Rowland (host and producer of Saltwater Experience) to discuss where he believes fishing television is headed, how the TV networks are responding, how the fishing sponsors are responding, and how the TV show producers are responding. Listen in now.

In this episode, Salt Strong co-founder Joe Simonds drops his predictions on what we can all expect to change both in the Salt Strong fishing community and in the fishing world in general.

In this episode, we share some stories that we've never told anyone (minus our family and a couple employees). Listen in as Joe Simonds reveals some big "aha" moments over the past year including a critical fishing lesson from an investment banker. Tight lines!

In this episode, we talk with Victor Lucia, the founder of the Brooklyn Fishing Club, to talk about the explosive growth and popularity of urban fishing. From having to carry your fishing rods through the subway, to hairy situations in the East River, to turf wars... this is an episode you don't want to miss.

In this episode, we have Emily and Amanda Gale (The Gale Force Twins) on to discuss their journey of competing in college sports at the University of Miami to going pre-med and walking away from becoming doctors to pursuing fishing full-time down in the Florida Keys.

In this episode, we have Cami Mantilla (aka Cami Cakes on Instagram) on to talk about how she got into fishing, how she's exploded over the last two years, her new fishing company, and her big plans for the future. Definitely a must listen to for anyone inspiring to do big things in the fishing industry.

In this episode, we cover the power of fishing networks (including a $50,000 investment we made to leapfrog other fishing companies). You'll learn why fishing networks are critical if you want to become more consistent at fishing.

In this episode we have Capt. Mark Johnson (aka "Hollywood") on the show to discuss saltwater fishing boats. In particular, the best overall boats for fishing, family, and being incredibly versatile. We discuss what to look for when buying boats, the biggest mistakes fishermen make when it comes to buying a boat, along with some other great conversations. Enjoy.

In this episode, we have Capt. Travis Lanphar to talk all about saltwater bowfishing. We discuss everything from bowfishing tips, techniques, gear, and safety. If you've ever wanted to get into bowfishing, this is a must listen to episode. Tight lines!

In this episode, Joe Simonds from Salt Strong breaks down the biggest problems facing the fishing education space, some other issues hurting the fishing industry from growing, and along with a few remedies... Enjoy and tight lines

In this Fish Strong episode, we break down the three most critical pieces to consistently catching inshore slams (redfish, snook, speckled trout, and flounder) right after a cold front. If you want to catch more fish this fall and winter, then definitely listen to this entire interview (and make sure to watch the videos that are discussed in this episode). Tight lines!

In this episode, the Salt Strong brothers (Joe and Luke Simonds) discuss the main reasons why they decided NOT to become YouTubers. As a fishing company that is constantly cranking out fishing videos, the question comes up time and time again... and it all has to do with the MISSION of Salt Strong. Enjoy

In this episode of the Fish Strong podcast, Joe Simonds (one of the co-founders of Salt Strong) reveals how the 90/10 fishing rule had a massive impact on the amount of fish he caught (and how it's impacted countless other anglers). Enjoy and tight lines.

In this episode, we have on Capt. Neill Holland from OceanAid360 to discuss all of the issues the hundreds of thousands of ghost "abandoned" crab traps are causing in our inshore waterways. You'll discover the big issues at hand along with how to help fix the problem. Enjoy and tight lines.

In this episode, we have Jeff Barnes from Cast For Kids (a non-profit specializing in taking disabled kids and veterans out fishing) to discuss all of the biggest mistakes they've learned along the way when it comes to kids and fishing. You'll also get to hear the top "Must Do" things when it comes to fishing with your kids. Enjoy.

In this episode, we have on Salt Strong Insider fishing club member John Archipolo to discuss how we went from a complete fly fishing newbie to a legit (and very consistent) fly angler in less than six months. He shares his biggest mistakes, what he wished he knew, and how to get good fast.

"Playing God isn't easy..." Definitely one of the best quotes to come out of this podcast interview with Capt. Patric Garmeson where he discusses everything that is going on with the inshore fishing hatcheries (for flounder, pompano, redfish, and speckled trout) in the Gulf. Enjoy and spread the word!

After a recent trip to Venice, Louisiana in pursuit of some bruiser reds, Joe and Luke Simonds (the Salt Strong brothers) wanted to have an honest talk about the similarities and differences between Florida redfish and Louisiana redfish. Find out everything you need to know in this fun episode.

There has been a TON of confusion (and even fake news) revolving around red tide this summer, so we decided to bring on one of the leading algae experts in the country (Dr. Mike Wetz) to discuss the truth about red tide, how it happens, what makes it worse, etc. Mike does a great job of simplifying red tide (and distinguishes the differences between red tide, green tide, and brown tide).

In this episode, we brought on Jim Shulen from TFO rods to give us the low-down on everything you could possibly want to know about rods. He revealed what makes some rods better than others, what costs the most in a rod, how to pick out a perfect rod, and what to watch out for.

In this episode, we have Capt. Mike Anderson from Reel Animals to share his story of how went from a basketball player in the military to a tournament fisherman to a household name on TV, radio, and more. Great guy with a BIG heart for helping other fishermen.

In this episode, we reveal the implications that politics (and the politicians that we elect) can have on our fisheries, waterways, and the sport we love. We don't get into finger pointing individual politicians (because that doesn't solve anything), but we do discuss some of hot topics that could impact our kids, grandkids, etc.

In this episode, we have Scott "Kayaking Kennedy" on the show to talk about how he is consistently catching so many nice speckled trout and redfish around Alabama, Louisiana, and the Florida Panhandle. Listen in as he tells his story, gives some great tips, and reveals some insight into doing this full time.