Inshore Interviews: Recent Episodes
Captain Devin
Captain Devin interviews today’s inshore anglers to share their passion and best advice for successfully fishing the marshes of Louisiana.
I serve inshore anglers, and this is how I can do it best. Inshore Interviews is one helluva fishing podcast. There is simply nothing else like it! However, I am not regularly publishing episodes anymore. This is why:The Blog Is Changing GearsSome new things are coming up for Louisiana Fishing Blog. Some are going to happen, some are still […]
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This Inshore Interviews veteran returns for round two! Captain Ty drops some good ol’ fashioned knowledge bombs. Ty Hibbs comes back in Episode 88 of Inshore Interviews to share his Louisiana fly fishing and redfish sight fishing experience with us. Hear his first interview in Episode 33 here.Worst Fishing TripI skipped this part and went straight for […]
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Dularge fishing guide, Captain Marty Lacoste, shares his inshore journey with us. Listen to what he's got to say.Inshore Interviews Episode 87Marty was born in Houma, but spent a good deal of his childhood traveling with his family, since his father was in the oil business. Ultimately, it was his grandmother who instilled his passion of […]
The post E87 – Moving With a Purpose on Speckled Trout, How Marty Lacoste Does It appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Former Coast Guardsman took the entrepreneurial leap to become a Chandeleur Island charter captain. Now he puts clients on huge Chandeleur speckled trout!Chandeleur Island Fishing ExperienceChris Wrightson was born in Morgan City and raised in Westwego. He's a Louisiana boy! He got his love of inshore fishing from his grandfather. They'd go all over Louisiana from […]
The post E86 – Chris Wrightson Talks Big Chandeleur Island Speckled Trout appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Baton Rouge native uses inshore fishing to give back in a big way.Mission Six Takes Veterans FishingMatthew Roberts is a Louisiana native and enthusiastic inshore angler, with a strong foundation in kayak fishing. He recognized it as a way to serve others and is a co-founder of Mission Six, a non-profit that takes veterans, law […]
The post E85 – Matthew Roberts is on a mission with Mission Six appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Delacroix regular turns us on to a technique that wins when others fail. The largemouth bass is part of Louisiana's inshore fishery, swimming alongside our favored speckled trout and redfish. This brings bass anglers and inshore anglers to the same locations. That's where both our worlds collide and, for the open-minded, there are things we can […]
The post E84 – Chad Battles Talks the Tackle & Techniques for Punching Grass Mats appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Port Sulphur native has the expertise to put you on fish. This is his story.Port Sulphur Fishing GuideShane Mayfield was born, and raised, in Port Sulphur. He did grow up hunting but he especially loved going fishing. He recalls dragging a pirogue to the shoreline to pursue his passion. He spent years fishing Port Sulphur […]
The post E83 – Shane Mayfield on Port Sulphur, Knowing the Conditions and Inevitable Breakdowns appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Texas angler James Hall shares his experience fishing in Louisiana. This is what happened.The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.Texas Angler Fishes LouisianaJames Hall is a Texas boy, spending his childhood in Wichita Falls. His grandfather sparked his passion for fishing, getting him started by running trotlines, […]
The post E82 – Bassmaster Editor James Hall is in Love With Louisiana Fishing appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
He fishes one of the most demanding lakes in Louisiana. This is how he succeeds.IntroCaptain John grew up in Harahan, but moved to Slidell, where he operates his fishing charter, Therapy Charters.Worst Fishing TripIt occurred when he had just begun chartering. He got hit by a bad storm with clients aboard and endured six to […]
The post E81 – John Falterman on Lake Pontchartrain and Tackle Outside the Tackle Box appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
He's from Venice, but succeeds anywhere speckled trout and redfish swim.Inshore Interview Episode 80IntroCaptain Ryan Williams was born and raised in the Buras/Venice area. He grew up fishing and, like most of us, couldn't tell you when he first caught a speckled trout or redfish. After Hurricane Katrina, his family moved to higher ground in Picayune, […]
The post E80 – Ryan Williams Adapts to New Fishing Spots appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Alabama cranks out some fine inshore anglers! One of them joins us in this episode of Inshore Interviews.Inshore Interviews Episode 79IntroPatric Garmeson is an Alabama native who grew up fishing Mobile Bay. When he was young, his family would simply anchor up and throw live or dead bait. As he got older he learned to target […]
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If you've shopped at Chag's, you know Sammy. This is his story.Inshore Interviews Episode 78IntroSammy grew up with a camp in Lafitte, and can give us a good perspective of what the fishing was like back then. He remembers having to fish around gill nets. While he is glad they are gone (who isn't?) he […]
The post E78 – Sammy Romano from Chag’s Sporting Goods appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Metairie native chose charter fishing for its challenge. He tells us how fishing under pressure has made him fish smarter.Inshore Interview Episode 77IntroNick Lapre is from Metairie. He grew up inshore fishing, list most Louisiana boys do, but wanted a new challenge. Nick got his captain's license and got into chartering, now he fishes […]
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This New Orleans native shares his journey from 17th Street Canal to fly fishing Delacroix.Inshore Interviews Episode 76Note Bad news about the guest on this podcast: He was caught cheating in a kayak tournament and has been disavowed by the inshore fishing community of Louisiana. The below post from the Bayou Coast Kayak Fishing Club explains the issue […]
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We all have our own journey in inshore fishing, Hunter's is a unique one. Hunter Shaffett lives in Prairieville, Louisiana but originally grew up north of Baton Rouge near Zachary. Given that location (nowhere near the coast) he fished for freshwater species like sac-a-lait, or crappie. So how did he get into inshore fishing, being so far away […]
The post E75 – From Bow Fishing to Sight Fishing, Hunter Shaffett Fishes Smarter appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
On July 23rd I will be at the Super Dome giving a fishing seminar. Here are the details. I will be in the Bunker Club inside the Louisiana Sportsman Show, giving a seminar on "How to Effectively Fish Each Spot". Chances are you have been on a huge school of fish but didn't catch them because you […]
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This Inshore Interviews veteran joins us 73 episodes later to share what he has learned. Kevin was the very first guest on Inshore Interviews, where he shared how he got into inshore fishing and some of his favorite tackle, such as the K-Dub Rig. Since then he has come a long way as an inshore angler. He […]
The post E74 – Captain Kevin Wartberg on Tournament Fishing and Being Humble appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Mississippi fishing guide shares his inshore fishing journey. Captain Sonny's fishing career didn't begin in Louisiana's inshore waters, instead it began as a deckhand on an offshore fishing charter in Venice, Louisiana. There he learned from the best, but eventually became homesick and moved back to Mississippi, where he started Shore Thing Charters, and inshore fishing […]
The post E73 – Sonny Schindler on the Mississippi Coast and Cat Island appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This charter captain shares his story and best fishing advice for fishing Dularge. Elton grew up in Gramercy, Louisiana. He was first introduced to the realm of inshore fishing when he’d go shrimping, and eventually angling, with his grandfather. He was very young at this time and recalls “not being tall enough to see over […]
The post E72 – Elton Rodrigue Talks About his Favorite Speckled Trout Lures, River Water and Fishing Dularge appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Grand Isle fishing guide shares knowledge gained through his inshore fishing journey. When it comes to fishing tackle Captain Frank uses a slightly different setup. His description and equipment list is pretty in-depth, so be sure to listen to this episode to get those important details. Captain Franks's worst fishing trip was not on a charter. […]
The post E71 – Captain Frank talks Grand Isle, Summer Trout Fishing and His Favorite Tackle to Catch Them appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
A lot of anglers go to Venice, but this angler is from there. Boola tells us his story. Most people who drive down LA-23 are familiar enough with the area to work or have fun there, but not Boola. He was born in Port Sulphur, grew up in Venice and has been a life-long resident ever […]
The post E70 – Boola Landry talks Venice, Dealing With River Water and Why The Grass Isn’t Greener on the Other Side appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
He started out as a basser, but today he is an inshore fishing guide. Learn how Captain Vic fishes smarter! Captain Vic Bergeron is a successful inshore fishing guide, but things were not always that way. He started out his fishing career as a basser qualifying in different events before he made the switch to saltwater […]
The post E69 – Captain Vic Shares His Journey from Freshwater to Saltwater appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Des Allemands native tells us how his product came to be, and the journey that took him there. Clyde Folse grew up in the "Catfish Capital of the Universe", Des Allemands. Naturally he spent his time chasing big cats and it wasn't until his 20s he got into sacalait fishing. Those swamp slabs captured his […]
The post E68 – Clyde Folse on Lure Enhancers, Sacalait and What Makes Fish Bite appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
His name is Jonathan Soultatos and he runs Florida-based Salty Sportsman. This is his story. Jonathan hails from beautiful Fort Lauderdale, where he was born and raised. Florida's scenery is breathtaking, to say the least, and it is easy to see why so many people live there. In fact, Florida and Louisiana have a similar landmass, […]
The post E67 – Jonathan Soultatos on Rigging Flukes, the Beauty of Florida and Surviving a Serious Boat Accident appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Lake Pontchartrain fishing guide shares his secrets and strategies to consistently boating fish. Captain Brooks Levy and I have something in common: we were both raised in Slidell, Louisiana. So it's only natural that he would be drawn to Lake Pontchartrain and fish her bountiful waters. When he turned 16 he got his driver's license and […]
The post E66 – Captain Brooks Levy on Lake Pontchartrain and the Journey of Becoming a Charter Captain appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Chad Battles is a combat veteran of the Global War on Terror. Today, he spends his time catching bass in a place where most go to catch specks and reds! Chad is a Louisiana native from the West Bank who, unlike myself, grew up primarily bass fishing in Lakes Cataouatche and Salvador. It's his passion and target […]
The post E65 – From the Battlefield to Big Bassin’ with Combat Veteran Chad Battles appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Chris Kennedy is part of a two-man team who won the championship and Team of the Year for the 2016 Louisiana Saltwater Series. Now he tells us how he did it! Chris Kennedy is from the Greater New Orleans area, specifically Metairie. But despite being from an area that has more concrete than marsh he still found […]
The post E64 – From a Pinto to Placing at The Top, Chris Kennedy is The Real Deal appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Chas Champagne, the creator of the Matrix Shad, comes onto Inshore Interviews to drop some serious knowledge bombs that will help you catch speckled trout. I love fishing smarter and everything Chas Champagne does is fishing smarter to the core! I have been nagging him to come onto the podcast for a loooong time now and […]
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This Slidell native tells all of his adventures fishing in the marshes of Louisiana. Like me, Vito is from Slidell, Louisiana. He started off like most of us do with humble beginnings in the freshwater world before climbing the ladder to where he is today in the inshore world, fishing redfish tournaments in the (now defunct) […]
The post E62 – Vito Neal Covers Down on Redfish, Triple Tail and the Louisiana Marsh appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
For Paul, "fishing smarter" is not getting lost in your success. Listen in how this redfish sight angler nails the big ones. Hey guys and gals, this is another great podcast. It's strongly recommended that you listen in. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you never miss an episode! Resources:What Clean Water Looks Like Sponsors: Redfish Series presented […]
The post E61 – Paul Oliver Talks Sight Fishing Reds and How He Fishes Smarter appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This big trout student of Steve Shook tells how he targets the bigguns. Aaron Pierce was born in Houma, but grew up in Cut Off, Louisiana. He was reared in the outdoors, so Aaron was naturally poised to become the outdoorsman he is today. He hunts just as much as he fishes, but there is a […]
The post E60 – Aaron Pierce on Big Speckled Trout and Free-Lining Pogies to Land ‘Em appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
He made a living by tournament bass fishing. Today, he excels as an inshore fishing guide. Captain Matt McCabe began his professional fishing career in local bass tournaments. He did well in those circuits and it was in 2001 when he made the decision to go "pro" and start fishing regional circuits. He spent the next twelve years […]
The post E59 – Matt McCabe on Using Electronics to Find Specks and Keeping Fishing Sponsors appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This redfish champion tells us how he pulls it off. Tons of knowledge bombs in this podcast! He hails from Kenner and started fishing when he was just a child, about 6 or 7 years old. His uncle would take him to Pointe a la Hache to fish for redfish and speckled trout. It was there the […]
The post E58 – A Man Obsessed: Brandon Treadaway Drives Hard for The WIN appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This inshore regular and Causeway fanatic tells us how he tackles speckled trout. Sam Barbera, like the majority of our podcast guests, is a Louisiana native. However, what separates him from others is his love for catching speckled trout using artificial lures in one of the toughest lakes to catch them: Lake Pontchartrain. Sam has […]
The post E57 – Sam Barbera on Causeway Speckled Trout, Color Selection & More appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Texan has fished everything from largemouth bass to big bull reds, and reveals all of the tips and tricks to succeed in doing so. Michael Clements is a diehard inshore angler who hails from Texas and has been professionally fishing for over twenty five years. He started out in the bass fishing world but eventually […]
The post E56 – How Michael Clements Catches on the Texas Coast appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
The man behind the franchise reveals how it got started. Trust me, his story is a good one! Christian Orfanello is from Metairie but today he lives in Slidell. Like most Louisiana boys he grew up fishing and, as he put it, "didn't learn what golf was until college". Obviously he is joking, but his point is that […]
The post E55 – Christian Orfanello: Why He Started Sea Tow and How He Succeeds In Fishing appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Ben initially came on our podcast with Team Gus, but today he rejoins us by himself to share his inshore fishing knowledge! Ben Saucier is a special guest for Inshore Interviews because me and Ben have known each other for years. We went to junior high and high school together. During those years we'd convince our […]
The post E54 – Fishing With His Son, Redfish Tournaments and Chasing Trout with Ben Saucier appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Jamie hails from South Carolina, but he is a Louisiana regular. Listen in and learn how he fishes smarter in high-stakes redfish tournaments. Jamie Hough is a 20-year fishing guide and resident of beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. When he was in college, he passed up typical jobs to pay his tuition and started guiding clients in the […]
The post E53 – Jamie Hough & The Keys to Succeed in Redfish Tournaments appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Terrebonne native tells a great story. His inshore fishing journey is packed out with great stories of lost fish, frankenstein flies and lots of knowledge bombs. Dustin Schouest is Terrebonne born, raised and proud! He grew up in Pointe aux Chenes, a famed redfish destination in Louisiana. Being a native, he was exposed to a […]
The post E52 – Dustin Schouest is Terrebonne Raised and Proud appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This Northshore native gave up fishing then came back in a way you wouldn't believe!Today Casey Brunning is a charter captain for Hurricane Bay Charters, but things were not always that way.He began his journey as an inshore angler on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, fishing under the tutelage of his father. His father was knowledgeable, […]
The post E51 – From Delacroix to the Everglades, Casey Brunning Fishes Smarter appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
In late 2016 the worst happened, but in early 2017 the very best happened. It's Tito's Handmade Vodka Redfish Series! As a lot of you know, our former Secretary of Wildlife & Fisheries, Charlie Melancon, canceled the popular redfish tournament trail, the Louisiana Saltwater Series (LASS). This went down in late 2016 and it was an extremely unpopular […]
The post E50 – Benny Sanchez talks Tito’s Handmade Vodka Redfish Tournament appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Better known as "Flukemaster", the YouTube sensation Gene Jensen graces Inshore Interviews with his presence! If you know me then you know I love bass angling. As inshore anglers we have so much to learn from the pursuit of America's fish. That big-mouthed, small finned green machine sets the gold standard for sport fish and the […]
The post E49 – Teaching the World to Fish with Bass Aficionado Gene Jensen appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Since this podcast was recorded last month, several changes have happened. But, the information is still good and it's important to remain vigilant. Chris Macaluso, like many of our guests, is a born-and-bred Louisiana boy with a strong foundation in the outdoors. If you have been in the inshore fishing world for awhile, then chances are […]
The post E48 – Chris Macaluso talks Red Snapper, Charlie Melancon and Conserving our Public Resources appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
If it weren't for Inshore Nation, it wouldn't be possible. Here's the shout out IF101 backers deserve.Thank you, Inshore Nation! And specifically, thank you to the people I mention in this shout out:Paul (just Paul)Noam PlattMickey WatsonNoam PlattMilt DeReynaWilliam BementJeremy BooneRyan MurraySarah CusenzaBrian CarsonBrooks BourgeoisIf it weren't for you guys and gals (and many more) […]
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He's landed hammer trout, won redfish tournaments and even makes his own specialized lure. It's time you met Josh Hall. Josh Hall is a native Louisianan, having been born and raised in Metairie. His family has a history of being avid anglers, enabling the for him opportunity to fish everywhere from Lake Pontchartrain to Grand Isle […]
The post E47 – Josh Hall, Heavy Duty Spinnerbaits and Sight Fishing Reds appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This former LASS angler tells us how he Fishes Smarter. Nick Hebert is from Saint Rose and got started fishing when he was three years old. His grandfather had a camp in Myrtle Grove, so fishing the area came naturally to him. I met Nick at the Louisiana Saltwater Series. In fact, I believe participating in events […]
The post E46 – Nick Hebert, 17¢ of gas and Sighting Redfish appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Rob Lever hails from Massachusetts, but loves fishing in Louisiana. Listen in to how this Yankee bass angler succeeds in the Louisiana marsh! I absolutely love podcast guests hailing from outside of Louisiana. The further away, the better! This is because they bring a fresh perspective to the table in the form of new tactics, tackle […]
The post E45 – Yankee Basser Applies Freshwater Tactics in a Redfish World appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Vanishing Paradise are the people getting the word out about Louisiana. It's time you learned who they are and how they are benefiting you.In democracy you have to be a player. -Hunter S. ThompsonIn Episode 44 I want to bring some really important stuff to your attention. I want to introduce you to Vanishing Paradise. Vanishing […]
The post E44 – Getting the word out with Erin Brown from Vanishing Paradise appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
It's the part of the fishing trip no one really talks about: cleanup. There are a lot of things that have changed inshore fishing for the better. Think about it: what was it like fishing 20 years ago? We didn't have onboard satellite imagery like the Standard Mapping LA-1 card. But we do now, and it has […]
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This California native has been mastering the marsh and is a top tagger for redfish. Listen in to learn his secrets! Andre, unlike the majority of our guests on our fishing podcast, is originally from Oakland, California. He's a well spoken individual who came onto Inshore Interviews to share how he succeeds in the marsh. I love having guests like […]
The post E43 – Andre Thomas is a Student of the Game appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
He's tagged more speckled trout than you have seen all year. Listen in to how, and why, he gets it done! Charlie Bush is the grandaddy of speckled trout in Louisiana, so if you haven't heard of him then this is a great opportunity to learn more! He was born and raised in Metairie and spent much […]
The post E42 – Top Trout Tagger Charlie Bush Talks Conservation and Fishing Smarter appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Listen how this Louisiana lady's non-profit is helping people get their fix on the water!She grew up fishing under the watchful eye of her father, participating in various forms from rod and reel fishing to gill nets to gigging for flounder. She really got the best of both worlds fishing out of the family camp […]
The post E41 – Ashley Ferguson gives you a “Dose of the Coast” appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
April was born in Kenner but got to the marsh as fast as she could. Today she is a tournament angler and inshore fanatic! April Hrubes grew up fishing under the tutelage of her father and grandfather. She really got the "best of both worlds" with her grandfather taking her fishing on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and her […]
The post E40 – April is a Beast of an Inshore Angler! appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
If the name sounds familiar it's because you may have seen him in other magazines and TV shows. Now, we have him on Inshore Interviews! Born in Baton Rouge, raised in LaPlace, Scott Walker is a born and bred Louisiana inshore angler. He grew up fishing under the tutelage of his grandfather. In fact, the first […]
The post E39 – Captain Scott Walker talks Fishing Smarter appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Being born in Georgia, raised in Florida and fishing in Louisiana he has acquired a lot of knowledge. Get in on it and listen to Episode 38 today! Matt Treadaway was born in Georgia, but raised in Florida, where he grew up inshore fishing for various species of fish. When he moved to Louisiana he said […]
The post E38 – From Georgia to Florida, Matt Treadaway Talks Inshore Fishing in Louisiana appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Barnie White is an excelled tournament angler who has won tens of thousands of dollars catching redfish in Louisiana. Best part is, he's a homegrown Alabama boy. Let Barnie White tell you how to FISH SMARTER! Barnie White is a tournament angler who frequents the Louisiana Saltwater Series, Inshore Fishing Association and Redfish Elite Series tournament […]
The post E37 – This Landlocked Alabama Boy Catches More Redfish Than You – Barnie White appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Raised in the dojo of inshore fishing, Joel Masson is a young man who can teach you a thing or two. Listen in and learn how Joel Masson fishes smarter! Joel Masson is a native of the Greater New Orleans Area who today lives on the Northshore near the Tchefuncte River. If his name rings a […]
The post E36 – Joel Masson Discusses Rod Selection, Fishing Line and Fishing Smarter appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Captain Chad Dufrene is one of those authentic inshore anglers with a long and illustrious career fishing the marshes of Louisiana...and we finally got him on the podcast! Captain Chad Dufrene is originally from the Galliano area. He grew up inshore fishing under the watchful eye of his father, who was a commercial fisherman and the […]
The post E35 – 2nd Gen Charter Captain and IFA Pro Redfish Angler, Captain Chad Dufrene appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Kris Robert is a licensed, full-time charter captain and competitive tournament angler. Listen in as we talk Fishing Smarter, fishing patterns and what it takes to succeed. Kris Robert was born in Slidell, Louisiana and grew up fishing the Northshore. He is a legitimate born and bred Louisiana angler who spent his entire life as an […]
The post E34 – Kris Robert on not Being Scared to Fail & the Segway to Success appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
He is an excelled angler who was won several tournaments and also runs his own guide service. It's time you got to know Ty Hibbs! Ty Hibbs is a licensed charter captain and lifelong inshore angler who grew up in the Greater New Orleans Area of Metairie and Kenner. Despite being in his early 20s he has accumulated […]
The post E33 – Talking Fly Fishing, Flat Boats and Fishing the Conditions with Ty Hibbs appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Captain Mitch Rogers shares insights to successfully patterning speckled trout in Delacroix as well as some lures you may have never used before. Listen in and Fish Smarter! Mitch Rogers is a native of the Greater New Orleans area who grew up fishing with his father and grandfather in Delacroix. It was from them he built […]
The post E32 – Fishing Smarter with Captain Mitch Rogers appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This avid inshore angler and Louisiana Sportsman's Coalition board member talks about the most important issue threatening our right to fish. Water Access Issues Podcast Steven was originally born in the city of New Orleans, but at a young age moved to the West Bank. Not surprisingly, he grew up fishing around Lake Cataouatche, which is a gorgeous […]
The post E31 – Steven Rockweiler Talks Oil Companies, Coastal Erosion and Water Access appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Captain Brandon's ability to Fish Smarter is there with the best of them. Listen in to get his top-notch fishing advice and info for the upcoming teal/duck season! Most inshore anglers have roots in the freshwater scene and Captain Brandon Picou is no different. He grew up fishing for largemouth bass, pond hopping in his search […]
The post E30 – Captain Brandon Picou talks Big Lake, Speckled Trout and Duck Season appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Kalon Johnson is serious as a heart attack when it comes to fishing. Listen in, learn how he locates fish and finds success in the marshes of Louisiana. Kalon Johnson was born and raised in Thibodaux, Louisiana. His neck of the woods is home to all kinds of excellent fishing, ranging from freshwater to saltwater, but most notably, […]
The post E29 – Kalon Johnson – Inshore Kayaking is Life appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This east coast native taught himself to successfully fish the Louisiana marsh. Listen in to this kayak fishing podcast and learn how Scott Myers went from zero to hero in inshore fishing!Kayak Fishing PodcastScott Myers is originally from Virginia, born and raised. He never fished much during his childhood but was always active in the […]
The post E28 – Scott Myers: East Coast Transplant Fishes Smarter – Kayak Fishing Podcast appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Having caught speckled trout off a tugboat, Hayden is one helluva inshore angler. Listen in to great fishing advice and learn how to Fish Smarter with Hayden Harper! Like most of our guests, Hayden is a Louisiana native hailing from the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. He got into inshore angling from a young age, so it was something […]
The post E27 – Hayden Harper has Fished Everywhere appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Captain Brandon Carter is a veteran inshore angler who has been guiding since he was 21 years old. He is full of passion and has tons of advice, so don't miss this episode! Brandon Carter is a native of Tickfaw, Louisiana, which is a long haul from Grand Isle and Venice, the waters he grew up fishing for […]
The post E26 – Brandon Carter Loves Big Speckled Trout appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Chris Bush is a special breed of Louisiana angler who targets and catches behemoth speckled trout. This podcast is a must listen! Lots of advice! Chris is from the Greater New Orleans area (Metairie, specifically) and grew up with a father who is not just a die-hard inshore angler, but a speckled trout purist. One year him and his […]
The post E25 – Chris Bush is a Big Trout Warrior appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Melissa is a role model for us all. She has blazed her own path in the marshes of Louisiana and has gone from zero to hero in the realm of inshore fishing. Listen in and Fish Smarter with Melissa Larson! Melissa is a born and raised Louisiana girl who hails from Raceland, Louisiana. She has always had […]
The post E24 – The marsh can’t intimidate Melissa Larson appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This charter captain explains how he finds fishing spots and learning their patterns. Ben Boudreaux is from Rayne, right outside of Lafayette, Louisiana. He grew up fishing for both freshwater and inshore saltwater species. In fact, when he was only ten years old he caught his first trophy bass, coming in at over 7lbs. Today he runs […]
The post E23 – Captain Ben Boudreaux talks fishing patterns appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Listen in and hear it first hand from this inshore veteran of Venice, Louisiana. Captain Brent Roy has been fishing Venice a long time. He has a lot of wisdom to share and this podcast was a good one! Brent is originally from Baton Rouge and has humble beginnings fishing golf course ponds in the area. As he […]
The post E22 – Brent Roy on Fishing Venice, Freshwater Diversions and Speckled Trout appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
This St. Bernard native and all-around sportsman gives you his take on sight fishing redfish, operating surface drive boats and property ownership in Louisiana. Jared Serigné is a native of St. Bernard Parish, hailing from a family who has been there since the beginning of its settlement. It's safe to say that Jared is no "chivo!" […]
The post E21 – Talking surface drive boats and private waters with St. Bernard native, Jared Serigné appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Meet Zack Liberto, a born and bred Louisiana outdoorsman who grew up fishing Lake Pontchartrain for speckled trout! Zack Liberto was born in Baton Rouge, but moved to Mandeville in his youth, where he grew up and graduated from high school. His family had been fishing Lake Pontchartrain since the 1950s and 60s, so it was only natural […]
The post E20 – Zack Liberto talks Lake Pontchartrain, keeping fishing reports and sightfishing reds! appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
For Episode 19 I chat with Sam Collett. Tune in and listen to him talk about his take on catching fish in Louisiana's marsh and his creative venture, Marsh Hen Media. Sam Collett, like most of our guests, is a born-and-bred Louisiana angler who spent his entire life fishing her waters. Sam spent his childhood in Bogalusa, […]
The post E19 – Talking Fishing, Marsh Hen Media and More with Sam Collett appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Peter Scafaru is an accomplished angler with a diverse background in angling experience. He emigrated from Romania as a young child and grew up fishing different parts of the United States. Listen in and be ready to Fish Smarter with Captain Peter! Peter’s grandfather ushered him into the angling world as a young child. Peter grew up on the […]
The post E18 – Peter Scafaru has Traveled the World appeared first on Louisiana Fishing Blog.
Being persistent, conserving trout limits and Fishing Smarter with Tyler Morel! Tyler was born and raised in Slidell, Louisiana where he graduated from high school and still lives today. He is an avid inshore angler with experience in a wide array of inshore fishing techniques. He grew up fishing in Hopedale using an Inshore Rig but eventually […]
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Captain Rob Dupont is a lifelong angler who quit his job and became a charter captain. Listen in to Fish Smarter! Captain Rob Dupont hails from a family whose roots are deep inside Louisiana. He grew up fishing farm ponds for largemouth bass and other species before his side of the family became owners of a […]
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If you don't know Team Gus then you will after listening to this podcast episode of Inshore Interviews. Tune in and learn how these pro-anglers Fish Smarter! Note: The Louisiana Saltwater Series has been discontinued by former Secretary of LDWF, Charlie Melancon. He did it because he hates recreational anglers and freedom. No, seriously. Anyways, LASS has been […]
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Saturday we fished our first redfish tournament with a bang by bringing home the fatties and winning some cash. This was no accident! It's the result of a carefully executed plan. Listen in to Fish Smarter! NOTE: The Louisiana Saltwater Series has been discontinued by (former) LDWF Secretary Charlie Melancon. However, a new series has been propped up by LASS anglers […]
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James Fullmer is a life long angler of the Louisiana marsh, fishing his quarry for thirty years with an arsenal of tackle that includes a fly rod. Listen in and be prepared to Fish Smarter in Episode 13! James Fullmer is the president of the New Orleans Fly Fishers Club, a charter club of the International Federation […]
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Episode 12 of Inshore Interview features Jamie Mumphrey, a self-taught angler who excels in the inshore arena. Listen in and learn how Jamie Fishes Smarter! Jamie Mumphrey is a Louisiana native who resides in Baton Rouge. He has strong roots in bass fishing despite nobody showing him the ropes as a youngster. He watched TV shows, […]
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For Episode 11 myself and Kevin Wartberg discuss the Louisiana Saltwater Series, a redfish tournament held in Louisiana. NOTE: This series was canceled by former LDWF Secretary Charlie Melancon. In response, LASS anglers stepped up and replaced the Louisiana Saltwater Series with Tito's Handmade Vodka Redfish Series. Louisiana Saltwater Series is a catch-and-release redfish series created by the […]
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Gabe Minnich joins us for another episode of Inshore Interviews, offering his insights into Fishing Smarter for specks on the Trestles and reds in shallow ponds. This Louisiana fishing podcast is a great one, so subscribe and listen on iTunes! Gabe is an avid inshore angler with strong roots in freshwater fishing for largemouth bass. His passion lies in […]
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This Florida native was amazed by the incredible fishing Louisiana has to offer. Listen and learn how Jeremy Fishes Smarter in Louisiana! Welcome to Episode 9 of Inshore Interviews! Jeremy is an avid inshore angler who has roots in Florida's bass fishing scene. Fishing some of the best waters Florida has to offer, Jeremy mastered sight fishing genetically […]
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Listen in and understand why Captain Devin gives this very blunt, but specific, answer when asked what the best outboard motor is. I get it all the time,"Captain Devin, what is the best outboard motor?"I haven't run every motor that is out there, but I have run a few.There are Yamahas, Tohatsus, Envinrudes, Mercurys and even […]
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It is absolutely mind-boggling to watch people react to marketing for the latest lure. Listen in to this podcast and learn why that gizmo is more gimmick than it is gold.It's an old adage that lures catch more fishermen than they do fish.Chances are you took a walk down the aisles of your local tackle store […]
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In Episode 6 I chat about fish conservation in Louisiana, touching on some points no one really talks about.Enter your text here...SPONSORS Inshore Fishing 101
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This podcast episode we interview Louis Paretti. Listen in, and learn some of his tips, like how he uses stingrays when searching for redfish. Louis Paretti is a Slidell born-and-bred native who grew up inshore fishing for speckled trout and redfish. He is an accomplished angler, catching fish on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, often with tactics […]
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In Episode Four we interview John Rucker, an inshore enthusiast and winner of the 2010 CCA Star Tournament. Subscribe and listen to this accomplished angler give his take on inshore fishing! John Rucker is a born and bred Louisiana native who has his roots in fishing freshwater for largemouth bass. He eventually got on a couple trips to Delacroix and […]
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Is being patient in fishing important? Generally, the answer is "yes", but when it comes to inshore fishing persistence is what you want to have. Listen in to this podcast to learn now. I know an angler’s mindset is equally important as any tackle or equipment. Without having the right mindset an angler is setting him […]
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Listen to the journey of Michael Liuzza, this week's featured guest on the Inshore Interviews saltwater podcast. Prepare to laugh as you hear about his worse fishing trip (trust me it was bad) and take notes as we discuss how he tackles the Louisiana marsh. Welcome to the second installment of Inshore Interviews, a weekly saltwater podcast on […]
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Our very first episode of Inshore Interviews features Kevin Wartberg, a Louisiana native and avid inshore angler. Download on iTunes or Stitcher and hear how this weekend warrior conquers the Louisiana marsh! Kevin is a normal guy, not a charter captain or tournament angler. He works 9-5 during the week just like you or anyone else […]
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This podcast is a primer to Inshore Interviews, where we interview anglers who are Fishing Smarter and share their story, fishing techniques and passion with you. Subscribe and listen today!Our very first podcast, the Inshore Fishing Forecast, has been an incredible success. We have enjoyed thousands of downloads and look forward to even more with […]
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