The Articulate Fly

Fly Tying Episodes

March 9, 2023

S5, Ep 31: The Spin with Brian Davenport

On this episode, I am joined by Brian Davenport of Hackles and Herl . Brian and I take a deep dive into working with oversized hackles. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Brian's Video All...

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March 2, 2023

S5, Ep 28: The Spin with Mike Corrigan

On this episode, I am joined by Mike Corrigan. Mike and I take a deep dive into tying musky flies with yarn. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Mike's Video All Things Social Media Follow ...

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Feb. 28, 2023

S5, Ep 27: FLY TYING REDUX: Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather

We enjoy spending time at the vise with a favorite beverage. As tying season moves along, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite fly tying interviews. Next up is our interview with Tim Cammisa of Tr...

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Feb. 23, 2023

S5, Ep 24: The Spin with Erik Johnsen

On this episode, I am joined by Erik Johnsen. Erik and I take a deep dive into the palmer wrap technique. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Erik's Video All Things Social Media Follow Eri...

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Jan. 27, 2023

S5, Ep 13: The Spin with Kevin Griffin

On this episode, I am joined by Kevin Griffin. Kevin shares the story behind the Stimicator. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Kevin's Video All Things Social Media Follow Kevin on Facebo...

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Jan. 11, 2023

S5, Ep 4: An Evening with Phil Iwane

On this episode, I am joined by my friend and tier, Phil Iwane. I caught up with Phil during the holidays. Phil shared his fly fishing journey, we discussed fly tying and fly design, and Phil shared his tips for hustling po...

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Jan. 10, 2023

S5, Ep 3: The Spin with Jim Bensinger

On this episode, I am joined by Jim Bensinger . Jim and I take a deep dive into dubbing. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Jim's Video All Things Social Media Follow Jim on Facebook . Fol...

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Dec. 20, 2022

S4, Ep 161: The Spin with Jerry Coviello

On this episode, I am joined by Jerry Coviello. Jerry and I take a deep dive into quill wings. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Jerry's Video Sign Up for Jerry's Monthly Classes All Thin...

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Dec. 14, 2022

S4, Ep 157: FLY TYING REDUX: Pat Cohen of Super Fly

We enjoy spending time at the vise with a favorite beverage. As tying season gears up, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite fly tying interviews. Next up is our interview with deer hair aficionado...

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Dec. 13, 2022

S4, Ep 156: The Spin with Britt Davenport

On this episode, I am joined by Britt Davenport of Hackles and Herl . Britt and I take a deep dive into peacock herl. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Britt's Video All Things Social Med...

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Nov. 29, 2022

S4, Ep 150: FLY TYING REDUX: Soft Hackles with Allen McGee

We enjoy spending time at the vise with a favorite beverage. As tying season gears up, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite fly tying interviews. Next up is our interview with soft hackle aficiona...

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Nov. 22, 2022

S4, Ep 148: The Spin with Braden Miller

On this episode, I am joined by Braden Miller of Miller Time Flies . Braden and I take a deep dive into Game Changer proportions. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Braden's Video All Thin...

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Nov. 17, 2022

S4, Ep 145: Cat Toy of Blue Quill Angler

On this episode, I am joined by Cat Toy from Blue Quill Angler . Cat shares her fly fishing journey and how she went from novice angler to Blue Quill guide in only a few years. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsorin...

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Nov. 15, 2022

S4, Ep 143: FLY TYING REDUX: Matt Grajewski of Adaptive Fly

We enjoy spending time at the vise with a favorite beverage. As tying season gears up, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite fly tying interviews. First up is our interview with Matt Grajewski of A...

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Nov. 8, 2022

S4, Ep 140: The Spin with Shannon Messer

On this episode, I am joined by Shannon Messer of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop . Shannon shares a tying tip that will make tying parachute posts a breeze. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for sponsoring the series. Check Out Shanno...

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May 24, 2022

S4, Ep 65: SMALLIE REDUX: Musky and Smallies with Chris Willen

We love chasing smallmouth bass on the fly! As smallmouth season gets into full swing, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite smallie interviews. Next up is Wisconsin guide Chris Willen ! This inter...

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May 17, 2022

S4, Ep 59: SMALLIE REDUX: Jake Villwock of Relentless Fly Fishing

We love chasing smallmouth bass on the fly! As smallmouth season gets into full swing, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite smallie interviews. Next up is Jake Villwock of Relentless Fly Fishing ! ...

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April 21, 2022

S4, Ep 46: An Evening with Skip Morris

On this episode, I am joined by fly fishing author, speaker and fly tier, Skip Morris . Just a few days ago, Stackpole released the 30th Anniversary Edition of Fly Tying Made Clear and Simple . It is a classic and the first...

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Feb. 8, 2022

S4, Ep 17: Musky and Smallies with Chris Willen

On this episode, I am joined by Wisconsin guide Chris Willen . We discuss paying your dues and all things musky and smallmouth. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Norvise . All Things Social Media Follow Chris on Facebook an...

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Jan. 11, 2022

S4, Ep 4: Matt O'Neal of Savage Flies

On this episode, I am joined by Matt O’Neal of Savage Flies . Matt shares his passion for fly tying and how it led him to become a YouTuber. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Norvise . Check Out Savage Flies on YouTube Visit ...

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Dec. 14, 2021

S3, Ep 176: Eric Naguski of Riseforms Fly Fishing

On this episode, I am joined by bug man, Eric Naguski . Eric shares a lifetime of knowledge on fly fishing Pennsylvania and the patterns and tactics you need to be successful. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Norvise . Don’t...

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Sept. 14, 2021

S3, Ep 130: Jake Villwock of Relentless Fly Fishing

On this episode, I am joined by Jake Villwock, owner of Relentless Fly Fishing . Jake shares his fly fishing journey, and we take a deep dive into all things smallmouth. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Norvise . Purchase an...

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July 13, 2021

S3, Ep 96: Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather

On this episode, I am joined by Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather . Tim shares his fly fishing and fly tying journey, and we have a chance to discuss Tim’s new book, Fly Tying for Everyone . Purchase an Autographed Copy of Tim...

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May 26, 2021

S3, Ep 74: Matt Grajewski of Adaptive Fly

On this episode, I am joined by Matt Grajewski of Adaptive Fly . Matt shares his fishing and tying journey, and we take a deep dive into his unique style of predator flies. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Steelhead Alley Ou...

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