You know how sometimes you meet someone and you can just feel the weight they’ve carried — and the light they’ve found on the other side? That’s Jimmy Armell. Army Ranger veteran. Shark tagger. Founder of Not Lucky Veteran Fishing. And one of the most honest dudes you’ll ever hear. This is the kind of conversation that reminds you why we do this podcast.
Read MoreIf you’ve been in the saltwater fishing world for any length of time, you’ve heard of Captain Blair Wiggins — the Mogan Man. His show Addictive Fishing defined a generation of saltwater television, taking viewers from Florida’s Space Coast to Alaska, Brazil, and beyond. Now, Blair is using his platform and passion to lead one of the most ambitious conservation efforts in Florida: the Indian River Clam Restoration Project
Read MoreWesley Brough — better known as Cabo Surf Caster — has been fishing the beaches of Baja for over 25 years. From trophy roosterfish to monster Pacific cubera snapper and mahi right from the sand, Wesley has dialed in one of the most unique surf fisheries in the world.
Read MoreJameson Reeder Jr. is one of the bravest young men I’ve ever had on this podcast. At just 10 years old, he was attacked by a bull shark while snorkeling at Lou Key in the Florida Keys. But what happened next was nothing short of miraculous.
Read More"I was given 18 months to live—that was 21 years ago. What saved me? Mindset, medicine, and a fly rod."
Tune in to hear this inspiring story and learn from John's experiences. You can also buy Jonathan’s book, “An Exercise in Uncertainty” wherever books are sold.
Read MoreLegendary shark hunter Mark 'The Shark' Quartiano joins Tom Rowland in Episode #885 for a bold, controversial deep dive into shark fishing, conservation, and the future of our oceans. Watch or listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Waypoint TV — all episodes are now back on the Saltwater Experience YouTube channel.
Read MoreLearn how pro angler Tom Rowland sets up his Yellowfin 24 CE with a Power-Pole MOVE trolling motor and Lithium Pros battery to maximize efficiency and power management. In this step-by-step walkthrough, Tom shows how to configure a Lowrance display using NMEA 2000 to monitor real-time battery data — including voltage and time remaining — like a fuel gauge for your trolling motor. Perfect for live baiting tarpon at sunset or fishing all day, this setup ensures you never run out of juice when it matters most.
Read MoreWhat determines how long red snapper season is? Andy Strelcheck explains the science, politics, and policy behind one of the most debated regulations in fishing.
Read MoreEveryone knows private anglers catch red snapper. But how many? Andy Strelcheck, NOAA Fisheries Southeast Regional Administrator, reveals why measuring that impact is NOAA’s biggest challenge in the Gulf.
Read MoreIf snapper are everywhere, why is the season so short? NOAA’s Andy Strelcheck explains the science behind the controversial data—and why perception isn’t the same as population recovery.
Read MoreCaptain David Cohen’s counterintuitive “Rod Holder Hookset” approach lands more fish, saves leaders, and puts tarpon in the boat.
Read MoreCaptain David Cohen doesn’t just fish tarpon—he engineers every hookup. His 7-rod spread from a 21-foot bay boat is unlocking doubles and triples like clockwork.
Read MoreDiscover how Captain Harley Hunt's personalized boating instruction helps new boat owners build confidence and master boat handling skills with HowToBoating.com.
Read MoreTom Rowland sits down with NOAA’s Andy Strelcheck to unpack the red snapper debate—what the science says, what anglers believe, and where the truth lies.
Read MoreFrom multi-rod setups to 24-foot leaders and palming drag: What every serious tarpon angler can learn from Captain David Cohen.
Read MoreWhen you're 8 hours into 7,100 pull-ups, your mind can't be trusted. Discover how Enrique Zapata uses his team to outsource decision-making during extreme world record attempts, ensuring safety, focus, and elite performance under crushing physical and mental stress.
Read MoreEnrique Zapata transformed from overweight alcoholic to breaking a world record with 7,100 pull-ups in 12 hours. Discover the science, biohacks, and mental training behind his extreme human performance — including nasal breathing, fascia conditioning, palm cooling, and recovery protocols.
Read MoreEnrique Zapata went from obese, alcoholic, and hypertensive to breaking multiple pull-up world records, inspired by David Goggins’ book Can’t Hurt Me. Discover the mindset, biohacks, and training science behind his extreme transformation and the power of service over ego.
Read MoreLearn how Florida boat owners, charter captains, and homeowners can avoid costly insurance mistakes. HH Insurance & Jake Holehouse specialize in offshore limits, Bahamas coverage, hurricane exclusions, and night navigation risks to keep you fully protected.
Read MoreIn this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with international angler Leanne Powell, who recently set a world record for bass fishing. Leanne shares her intriguing journey into fishing, which began at a young age and became a serious pursuit after significant personal losses in 2015.
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