ALL EPISODES

Dr. Patrick H. Rice is currently the Chief Science & Research Officer (CSRO) and the Principal Investigator for Marine Research at Florida Keys Community College (FKCC). Dr. Rice earned his Ph.D. (2008) in Marine Biology & Fisheries at the University of Miami. His Ph.D. project was focused on reducing bycatch on longline boats. With his business partner Dr. Eric Stroud they have worked on products to be used as chemical shark repellents.

Cameron Kirkconnell is one of the best spearfishermen in the World. He has 18x spearfishing World Records, 30+ World records for clients on guided spearfishing trips, holds an Unlimited tonnage Master Mariner (ship captain), has been awarded the USCG SILVER LIFESAVING MEDAL, he has visited 90 countries including Antarctica and Arctic.

He runs the premier spearfishing guide service for international trips targeting the fish of a lifetime both Yacht and Land-Based.

Cameron sits down for an Instagram Live podcast on the Tom Rowland Podcast where he tells his story and takes questions from Tom and the audience

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Capt Lou Tirado and Capt Mike Faulkingham are guides in Maine. They have a podcast called Hooked In New England and specialize in chasing, catching, and conserving the Gamefish of New England. It was a pleasure to have them on the show to discuss conservation and the future of the Striped bass. Click on the image below to hear me as a guest on the Hooked In New England Podcast. Go and follow their social media pages @hooked_in_new_england and @fishportlandmaine on Instagram.

Jessica Mills is known worldwide as Homemade Wanderlust. She is primarily known for being a Triple Crowner or someone who has through hiked the Appalachian Trail, The Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail between 2015 and 2018.

Burton Young from Barracuda Tackle joins us on Instagram Live to talk cast nets. Burton has brought innovation and design to the cast net business. Much of the loyalty that Barracuda enjoys is because they listen to their customers and take care of the guides who use their products. Barracuda has a Guides Relief Program to provide financial aid to many guides who are experiencing difficulty with the lockdown.

Tom Rowland has done it all. Respected freshwater fishing guide, respected Florida saltwater fishing guide, tournament angler, fishing television pioneer, outdoor television pioneer, father, husband, fitness guru, and groundbreaking podcaster. Tom is a giant in the angling world, and through it all, he remains one of the world's truly nice guys. Sit down and listen to an industry leader who knows what he believes, shares what he believes, and shares his knowledge freely all while being an incredible listener, and having a great time.

Chasten Whitfield is a college student and USCG Captain who is fishing in the professional Bass Tournaments. She is primarily known for her work with terminally ill children through Chastenation, her organization dedicated to taking children fishing.

Chasten Whitfield is a college student and USCG Captain who is fishing in the professional Bass Tournaments. She is primarily known for her work with terminally ill children through Chastenation, her organization dedicated to taking children fishing.

On one of my first episodes, I tracked down this guy who was getting ready to do a race that was extreme. He was getting ready to do a race across The Atlantic Ocean in a rowboat, 3 thousand miles. He was doing it to raise awareness of veterans’ issues. Veteran PTSD, veteran suicide and he is a formal special forces member himself. His name is Tim Crockett and his organization is called TameTheCracken and he did the race across The Atlantic. Not only did he do the race but he completed it and I wanted to catch up with him about how the race went.

Robert “RT” Trosset is a legendary Sportfishing Captain out of Key West, FL. RT has 240 World Records and endless fishing accolades and has been inducted into the IGFA Hall Of Fame. His 2 boys, Chris and Robert Jr are following in his footsteps doing great things in both fishing and diving. All 3 Trosset’s sat down with me to discuss growing up in Key West, deciding to be a guide and how the business has changed since RT started. We talk about COVID-19 effects on the guides and tourism, many funny stories are recalled and lots of information is exchanged. RT was a guest on this episode if you want to know more about his story.

Meredith McCord is a World Class Angler, Global Missionary, Bird Hunter and Triathlete. She developed a love for fishing, adventure and the outdoors through a strong bond with her father. Later in life, she became interested in IGFA World Records and this pursuit drew her closer to her Dad. Her goal was to set 100 records for him. Today, she has over 180 official IGFA Fishing World Records and is showing no sign of slowing down.

Welcome back to Dr. Joe Martin who was one of the first podcasts that we had on the podcast. Almost a year ago I met Dr. Joe Martin after a friend of mine told me they had heard the most incredible speaker. After their suggestion, I reached out and after that first podcast, Joe and I connect again and talk about connection during these social isolation times.

Taylor Somerville was a guest on this podcast. Since then, Taylor has become an XPT Master Coach and has learned much more about breathing techniques. He has really learned how to help manage stress and help you make better decisions and be ready for whatever life throws at you through proper breathing techniques.

Jeff Maggio, aka Lunkerdog, noticed some problems with the water in Ft Lauderdale. He has been working to bring attention to the sewage spills through his podcast. With the help of CCA, Jeff is on his way to making big changes that impact a tremendous number of Floridians. Follow Jeff on social @Lunker_dog or find his podcast, Reel Guy Podcast, on the Waypoint Outdoor Collective.