The Articulate Fly

Interview Episodes

June 7, 2023

S5, Ep 70: Kevin Howell of Davidson River Outfitters

On this episode, I am joined by fly fishing guru, Kevin Howell. Kevin shares his experiences growing up and fishing in Western North Carolina, the backstory of Davidson River Outfitters and all of the details for DRO’s 30th ...

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May 23, 2023

S5, Ep 63: Nick Conklin of Temple Fork Outfitters

On this episode, I am joined by Nick Conklin from Temple Fork Outfitters . Nick shares his fly fishing journey, gives us a peek behind the curtain at TFO and shares the details of two new rods TFO is releasing soon. Thanks ...

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May 2, 2023

S5, Ep 52: John Agricola of Southern Culture on the Fly

On this episode, I am joined by John Agricola, the new Managing Editor of Southern Culture on the Fly . We talk carp, tarpon, Southern storytelling, the Dauphin of Mississippi and SCOF past, present and future. Folks grab a...

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April 19, 2023

S5, Ep 46: Eric Camfield of Altar Fly Fishing

On this episode, I am joined by Eric Camfield, the founder of Altar Fly Fishing . Eric shares his fly fishing journey, how that journey led him to found Altar and his vision for its future. All Things Social Media Follow Alt...

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March 30, 2023

S5, Ep 41: Jason Randall Returns

On this episode, I am joined by one of the earliest supporters of The Articulate Fly and my friend, Jason Randall . We discuss all of the water that has passed under the bridge since our last conversation, Jason updates us o...

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March 16, 2023

S5, Ep 35: Reed Conner of Speckled Trout Outfitters

On this episode, I am joined by Reed Conner of Speckled Trout Outfitters in Blowing Rock. Reed shares his fly fishing journey and the story behind one of Western North Carolina’s newest outfitters. Thanks to our friends at ...

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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. 14, 2023

S5, Ep 22: Stephen Baird of TrackFly

On this episode, I am joined by Stephen Baird, Founder and CEO of TrackFly . Stephen shares his fly fishing journey, we discuss the role of technology in fly fishing and Stephen shares his vision for TrackFly . Thanks to ou...

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Feb. 2, 2023

S5, Ep 17: New Beginnings with Landon Mayer

Our buddy, Landon Mayer , drops in to discuss new beginnings and update us on what’s on tap for 2023. If you are in the Atlanta area this weekend, be sure to stop by The Fly Fishing Show . We will both be there all weekend....

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Jan. 31, 2023

S5, Ep 15: An Evening with Chuck Furimsky

On this episode, I am joined by Fly Fishing Show elder statesman Chuck Furimsky. Chuck shares his fly fishing journey, we discuss his 30+ year career as a show promoter and we update you on what to expect at this year’s Fly ...

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Jan. 17, 2023

S5, Ep 7: ARTIST REDUX: Brian Hester of Hooked Fly Company

Show season is upon us! We enjoy catching up with old friends and making new ones! We reached into the archives and grabbed our interview with Brian Hester of Hooked Fly Company . You can check out Brian's work in person at...

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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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Dec. 21, 2022

S4, Ep 162: Zach Pope of TroutRoutes

On this episode, I am joined by Zach Pope, the founder of TroutRoutes . Zach shares his fly fishing journey, we discuss tech in fly fishing and Zach shares the latest TroutRoutes update. Thanks to our friends at Norvise for...

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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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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. 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. 4, 2022

S4, Ep 139: Nils Peterson of West Fork Anglers

On this episode, I am joined by Nils Peterson, owner of West Fork Anglers . Nils shares his fly fishing and music journey, and we discuss his work with The Mayfly Project . Check Out Artisan Angler’s Fly Trap All Things Soci...

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Oct. 18, 2022

S4, Ep 132: STEELHEAD REDUX: Patrick Robinson of Steelhead Alley Outf…

We love chasing steelhead on the fly! As steelhead season gears up, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite steelie interviews. Next up is our interview with Patrick Robinson, Director of Operations ...

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Oct. 13, 2022

S4, Ep 129: Artist Piper Nunn

On this episode, I am joined by Colorado-based artist Piper Nunn . Piper shares her fly fishing journey and how she uses her art to educate and to conserve the natural resources she cares for so deeply. Check Out Artisan Ang...

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Oct. 9, 2022

S4, Ep 127: STEELHEAD REDUX: All Things Steelhead Alley with Jeff Blo…

We love chasing steelhead on the fly! As steelhead season gears up, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite steelie interviews. Next up is Part II of our interview with Steelhead Alley OG Jeff Blood...

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Oct. 4, 2022

S4, Ep 124: STEELHEAD REDUX: All Things Steelhead Alley with Jeff Blo…

We love chasing steelhead on the fly! As steelhead season gears up, we are reaching into the vault to bring you some of our favorite steelie interviews.Next up is Steelhead Alley OG Jeff Blood ! This interview dropped in Oct...

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Sept. 29, 2022

S4, Ep 122: An Evening with Ellis Ward

On this episode, I am joined by guide and tier Ellis Ward . Ellis left Corporate America to pursue his dream of being a full-time guide. He settled in Johnson City, Tennessee, and guides year round in East Tennessee and its...

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Sept. 27, 2022

S4, Ep 120: On Grizzly Ground Update with Kris Millgate

On this episode, Kris Millgate, the driving force behind Tight Line Media , returns to update us from the field on her current project, On Grizzly Ground . Check Out Our Full Length Interview with Kris All Things Social Media...

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