Interview Episodes

Episode Overview The Articulate Fly host Marvin Cash sits down with fly tying guru Allen Rupp, founder of Fly on the Water and Dave Whitlock's hand-selected legacy tier, for a deep dive into the classic fly patterns that built modern fly fishing. Rupp traces his fly tying education back to childhood phone calls with Bob Clouser, in-person mentorship from Lefty Kreh and George Harvey, and decades spent learning directly from Dave Whitlock, explaining why patterns like the Clouser Minnow, the Half...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Articulate Fly fly fishing podcast, host Marvin Cash sits down with Josh Trammell, Head Guide at Mad River Outfitters in Columbus, Ohio, for a candid look at what it takes to build and sustain a full-time, four-season guide career. Josh covers the Ohio multi-species fishing calendar — smallmouth bass, northern pike, steelhead and carp — along with seasonal guiding in Alaska and destination schools targeting musky and trophy trout. Josh traces his path from...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Articulate Fly , host Marvin Cash sits down with Jason Taylor — a Philadelphia-area fly tier, Tiers Row fixture at the Edison show and regular contributor to Masters of the Fly — for a wide-ranging conversation about fly tying philosophy, natural materials and the tradition of innovation rooted in Bob Popovics' work. On this fly fishing podcast episode, Taylor traces his journey from a 2008 Belize honeymoon that ignited his passion for the sport, to the ea...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Articulate Fly fly fishing podcast, host Marvin Cash sits down with Aaron Chine, guide at Steelhead Alley Outfitters and accomplished visual artist based in Warren, Ohio, for a wide-ranging conversation about the intersection of fishing, guiding and fine art. Aaron came to fly fishing through Pennsylvania trout streams in his early teens and eventually found his way to Steelhead Alley through a mentorship network that includes Jeff Blood and Nate Miller, t...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Mark Melnyk, producer and owner of The New Fly Fisher , one of North America's most recognized fly fishing television series. If you've ever wondered what it actually takes to build and sustain a fly fishing media brand over 25 years — through network layoffs, a global pandemic and a rapidly shifting media landscape — this conversation delivers rare, unfiltered access to the people and decisions that shape th...

Episode Overview Drew Price of Master Class Angling returns to The Articulate Fly fly fishing podcast to deliver a season debrief from Lake Champlain and discuss the release of his debut book, Favorite Flies for Vermont: 50 Essential Patterns from Local Experts (Stackpole Books). For anglers curious about multi-species fly fishing in the Northeast or the fly patterns that actually produce on Vermont's diverse waters, this episode covers both with depth and specificity. The 2025 season on Champla...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Tim Flagler to explore his lesser-known culinary journey and preview his extensive 2026 hosted travel schedule . While most fly fishers recognize Tim from his renowned tying videos and work at Tightline Productions , this conversation reveals his parallel passion for cooking and food that parallels his fly tying expertise. The discussion traces Tim's evolution from childhood family meals at the Jersey Shore t...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash welcomes Robbie Kroger, founder and Executive Director of The Origins Foundation , for an in-depth conversation about hunting advocacy, wildlife conservation and the sustainable use model that's shaping the future of global conservation efforts. Guest Expertise: From Wetland Scientist to Conservation Advocate Robbie Kroger brings an unconventional background to hunting advocacy. With a PhD in wetland ecology and aquatic biogeochemistry from...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Land Tawney, outdoorsman, conservationist and co-founder of American Hunters and Anglers Action Network , to discuss the future of public lands conservation and effective grassroots advocacy strategies. With nearly 30 years of conservation leadership experience, including his transformative tenure at Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Land brings unparalleled expertise to this critical conversation about protecting our outdoor ...

Join Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly podcast as he explores the intricate world of Atlantic salmon fly tying with Pennsylvania-based expert Tom Herr , who has spent over 35 years mastering both classic Victorian patterns and innovative freestyle artistic designs. Expert Fly Tying Mastery Tom Herr shares his remarkable journey from a self-taught 10-year-old tying yarn flies with his mother's sewing thread to becoming a recognized authority in Atlantic salmon fly tying. Discover how he transitio...

Building Authentic Fly Fishing Communities Through Content In this episode of The Articulate Fly podcast, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Spencer Durrant after nearly four years to explore the evolving world of fly fishing community building and digital marketing. Guest Expertise: Multi-Platform Content Creator Spencer Durrant serves as Director of Content at Ventures Fly Co. and News and Gear Editor at Flylords , while hosting the weekly Untangled: Fly Fishing for Everyone podcast. After trans...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly fishing podcast, host Marvin Cash sits down with Dave Huff, the driving force behind Whuff Rod Co. and founder of the Kentucky River Musky Classic tournament. Guest Expertise: From Custom Rod Builder to Industry Innovator Dave Huff brings a unique perspective to fly rod design through his background in industrial design and mentorship under legendary rod builder Mike Arnold from the Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers . What started as custom rod building in 2016 ...

Join The Butcher Shop podcast host Marvin Cash for an exclusive deep dive into fly line design and manufacturing with Josh Jenkins, R&D Manager at Scientific Anglers . Guest Expertise: Scientific Anglers R&D Leadership Josh Jenkins brings mechanical engineering expertise and years of hands-on experience developing fly lines for America's leading manufacturer. As SA's sole engineer, Jenkins oversees product development, manufacturing optimization and quality control for the company's entire line ...

Join this special episode of The Articulate Fly fishing podcast as Henry Cowen and Allen Rupp share intimate stories about their friendships with legendary angler, tier and artist Dave Whitlock and his profound impact on their fly fishing careers. Guest Expertise: Two Perspectives on Dave's Legacy Henry Cowen , author of "Fly Fishing for Freshwater Striped Bass" and renowned Lake Lanier guide, discusses his deep connection with Dave over their shared passion for freshwater striper fishing. Henry...

Join Marvin Cash on this episode of The Butcher Shop as he explores one of saltwater fly fishing's most revolutionary patterns with Captain Ben Whalley , a Maine striped bass guide and a keeper of Bob Popovics' innovative tying methods. Expert Guest Credentials Captain Ben Whalley brings unparalleled insight into Bob Popovics' techniques, having developed a close mentorship with the legendary fly designer before his passing. As a professional striped bass guide fishing Maine's challenging waters...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash welcomes back Jake Villwock from Relentless Fly Fishing for an engaging discussion on topwater smallmouth fishing as summer heats up. Jake shares his expert tips and tricks for targeting smallmouth bass, including the best times to fish frogs and the importance of matching the hatch. He also provides an update on his latest book project, which focuses on the top 50 flies for smallmouth bass, featuring contributions from various renowned fly...

In this episode of The Butcher Shop, host Marvin Cash is joined by Fletcher Sams, the innovative mind behind the Tweaker. Fletcher shares his journey into the world of visual eats and swim bugs, delving deep into the creation of the Tweaker, the fishing problem it addresses and the unique design features that make it effective. Listeners will discover the inspiration behind the name and the challenges Fletcher faced in developing a fly that could navigate tight, brush-filled creeks while maintai...

In this episode of The Butcher Shop, host Marvin Cash sits down with Russ Maddin at the vise for a lively discussion about the iconic Circus Peanut. As Russ ties this innovative pattern, he shares the fascinating backstory behind its creation in the early 2000s, highlighting the guiding challenges that inspired its design. Listeners will learn about the unique two-hook construction that helps keep fish hooked longer, a game-changer for streamer fishing enthusiasts. Russ dives deep into his appro...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Corey Haselhuhn from Schultz Outfitters for an engaging conversation about the upcoming fishing season and the art of carp fishing on the fly. As the warm weather begins to take hold in Michigan, Corey shares his journey to Schultz Outfitters and reflects on his earliest fishing memories, including the thrill of catching his first northern pike. The duo dives deep into the world of carp, discussing the technical challenges an...

In this episode of The Butcher Shop, host Marvin Cash sits down with Tommy Lynch on a frigid winter evening in Michigan, where they dive deep into the world of fly tying and fishing. Despite the brutal cold and a case of the "shack nasties," Tommy shares his insights on the creation of his popular fly pattern, the Drunk & Disorderly. With a few Monsters and some Kodiak to keep the spirits high, the duo explores the intricacies of fly design, discussing the importance of movement and bite trigger...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Drew Price, the outfitter behind Master Class Angling , to explore the unique fly fishing opportunities on Lake Champlain. Drew shares his journey from a young angler fishing with his grandfather to becoming a passionate guide chasing exotic species like bowfin and gar. He recounts the challenges and rewards of fly fishing for these lesser-known species, emphasizing the thrill of sight fishing and the intelligence of bowfin. ...

In this inaugural episode of The Butcher Shop, host Marvin Cash sits down with renowned angler Blane Chocklett for an in-depth discussion on the art of crafting and fishing the T-Bone. Blane shares his journey from early musky fishing experiences to the creation of the T-Bone, detailing the materials and techniques that went into its design. He dives into the intricacies of hook and shank configurations, the importance of profile and silhouette and how to effectively fish this innovative pattern...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash is joined by Cody Richardson of Cody's Fish for a fascinating exploration of the intersection between fishing and art. Cody shares his unique journey from a young angler in Colorado to a creative force behind stunning license plate artwork. Listeners will be captivated as Cody recounts his early fishing memories, the influence of his father and art teacher Rick Takahashi and how his passion for fishing evolved into a successful business. Th...

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash welcomes back PJ Smith for a captivating discussion on winter fishing in the Driftless region. PJ shares his experiences from the recent Bobbin 2025 event, highlighting the camaraderie among fellow anglers and the impressive fly-tying skills on display. As they delve into the nuances of winter fishing, PJ emphasizes the unique aspects of the Driftless area, known for its stunning spring creeks and diverse trout populations. Listeners will g...