Episodes
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Episode 15 - Legendary Baffin Bay with a Texas Legend, Captain Cliff Webb
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Wednesday Jun 30, 2021
Baffin Bay in South Texas is known for its legendary Trophy Trout Fishing. In this episode, Captain Chris sits down with a true legend of this infamous bay system, Captain Cliff Webb. Cliff not only shares his experiences of some remarkable catches from his childhood, but stories of legend like his single day 10 trout stringer that weighed a little over 96 lbs. He also shares his passion for these big fish and how we as a community can move forward to bring something like this back to the present day. Hope you enjoy!
Saturday Apr 17, 2021
Episode 14 - Custom Corky’s and a TX Angling History Lesson w/ Lowell Odom
Saturday Apr 17, 2021
Saturday Apr 17, 2021
In this episode, Captains Kyle and Lowell discuss a myriad of different topics like Custom Corky’s, as well as guiding on the TX coast in the mid 80’s. They also talk a lot about the tackle business and the many legends along the TX coast he's fished with over the years. Without a doubt Lowell is a treasure trove of information and we hope you enjoy all he has to say!
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Episode 13 - Fishery First and the Speckled Truth w/ Captain Chris
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
Wednesday Mar 31, 2021
This week Captain Chris sits solo and reflects on the conservation programs that Speckled Truth has supported over the years, and shares his outlook for the programs and the future of the brand. Hopefully this episode is enlightening and transparent about his support for the fishery.
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
Wednesday Mar 17, 2021
This episode Captain Chris switched it up, getting a rare opportunity to talk with Elite Series and MLF Bass angler Aaron Martens. Aarons accolades in the bass fishing world are beyond reproach, and he shares what it’s like competing against the best anglers in the world. As a 2-time Elite Series Angler of the year and 4-time runner up in the Bassmaster classic, he shares his views on conservation within the freshwater world and how that could translate the saltwater mindset. Lastly, they talk about approach, lure selection, angling confidence and instinct and how it’s transcends fisheries. Enjoy!
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
Thursday Mar 04, 2021
In light of recent weather events, Captain Chris had the opportunity to speak with Assistant Director, CCA Texas, Mr. John Blaha. They not only talked about the recent fish kill event but about the changes to the CCA STAR and ways the Texas Coast hatcheries may augment the return of healthy bay systems along the coast. Whether you’re a concerned angler or interested in getting involved this is an episode you’ll want to hear. Enjoy!
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Episode 10 - Virginia Citations with Charlie Church
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
Tuesday Feb 16, 2021
In this episode, Captain Chris and Virginia big trout angler Charlie Church dive into the Virginia Trout Fishing Citation data. Not only do they review it for any targeting trends but they also examine some pretty remarkable catches as well as periods of decline. Lastly, they also talk about Charlie's approach to targeting some gators in the commonwealth. Enjoy!
Thursday Jan 28, 2021
Episode 9 - Fishing for Today, Conserving for Tomorrow; Captain Wayne Davis
Thursday Jan 28, 2021
Thursday Jan 28, 2021
In this episode CaptainWayne Davis not only shares his journey about becoming a full-time guide, but his approach to different water conditions in the Lower Laguna Madre. Additionally, he also gives some insight into his participation for the Harte Research Institutes fish tagging initiative as well as the inception of his Empty Stringers Catch and Release Program. Without a doubt, Captain Wayne is a positive change agent for conservation, not only in the guide fleet, but across TX and the Gulf Coast. Enjoy!
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Episode 8 - Wade fishing with a Woman in the Industry - Erica Rae Hirsch
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Thursday Jan 14, 2021
Erica Rae is a born and raised Texan, who showed cattle and was fixated with the outdoors from an early age. It wasn’t until later in life that she found her true calling - targeting big trout in the lower Laguna Madre. In this podcast, she shares not only how she ended up on the lower coast but gives tremendous context of what it’s like be a female in the industry. Enjoy!
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Thursday Dec 31, 2020
Captain Joey Landreneau is a Louisiana native but a Florida transplant for nearly 30 years. Capt. Landreneau was ahead of the curve by being one of the first anglers on Florida’s coast to use satellite imagery before it was even available on the internet. His analytical and methodical thought process helped him hone his skillset and develop not only a successful method for approaching big Speckled Trout but also a lure that was perfect for his style of fishing!
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Thursday Dec 17, 2020
Captain Joey Landreneau is a Louisiana native but a Florida transplant for nearly 30 years. Capt. Landreneau was ahead of the curve by being one of the first anglers on Florida’s coast to use satellite imagery before it was even available on the internet. His analytical and methodical thought process helped him hone his skillset and develop not only a successful method for approaching big Speckled Trout but also a lure that was perfect for his style of fishing!