The Articulate Fly

Interview Episodes

May 13, 2020

S2, Ep 57: Brian Shumaker of Susquehanna River Guides

In this episode, I catch up with Brian Shumaker, owner of Susquehanna River Guides . We talk about growing up in Pennsylvania, how he got into the guide game and take a deep dive into all things smallmouth. Thanks to this epi...

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May 7, 2020

S2, Ep 54: JoEllen Wilson of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust

In this episode, I catch up with JoEllen Wilson, Juvenile Tarpon Habitat Program Manager for Bonefish & Tarpon Trust . We discuss her journey to BTT and BTT's science-based approach to protect and restore critical tarpon habi...

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April 30, 2020

S2, Ep 50: A Chat with Orvis' Tom Rosenbauer

In this episode, I catch up with Orvis ’ Tom Rosenbauer. While we chat about Orvis and the crazy times we live in, we also take a deep dive into one of Tom’s lesser known talents - chocolate making. Thanks to this episode’s s...

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April 22, 2020

S2, Ep 47: Nick Roberts of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust

In this episode, I catch up with Nick Roberts, Director of Marketing and Communications for Bonefish & Tarpon Trust . We discuss Nick’s journey to BTT and the great work BTT is doing to conserve the flats species so many of u...

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April 15, 2020

S2, Ep 43: A Chat with Joe Mahler

In this episode, I am joined by Joe Mahler . Joe shares his journey from fishing farm ponds in the Midwest as a kid to his career as an illustrator, an outdoor writer and a teaching guide. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Br...

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April 7, 2020

S2, Ep 40: Chris Wood of Trout Unlimited

In this episode, I catch up with Chris Wood, President and CEO of Trout Unlimited . Chris shares his passion for the outdoors, TU’s response to COVID-19 as well as a refresher on the almost fifteen-year struggle to protect Br...

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April 1, 2020

S2, Ep 37: Peter Stitcher of Ascent Fly Fishing

In this episode, I catch up with Peter Stitcher of Ascent Fly Fishing . We discuss Peter’s early fishing adventures, Ascent’s science-based approach and Ascent’s relentless focus on community. Get 10% off on your next Ascent ...

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March 25, 2020

S2, Ep 32: Dan Davala of Orvis Adventures

In this episode, I catch up with Dan Davala of Orvis Adventures . We discuss casting geekery, the Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders , adventure travel and getting called home to the Orvis mothership in Vermont. Thanks to this episode...

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March 18, 2020

S2, Ep 28: Greg Welander of Upstream on the Fly

In this episode, I catch up with Greg Welander, owner of Upstream on the Fly . We discuss Greg’s journey from Corporate America to chasing his passion in the Texas Hill Country. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Postfly . Upc...

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March 11, 2020

S2, Ep 25: Brian Runnals of Recur Outdoors

In this episode, I catch up with Brian Runnals, founder of Recur Outdoors . We discuss the genesis of Postfly , the growth of its sister brands and Brian’s vision for the future. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Norvise . Fo...

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March 4, 2020

S2, Ep 22: Mike Hogue of Badger Creek Fly Tying

In this episode, I catch up with Mike Hogue of Badger Creek Fly Tying , the oldest online fly shop on the internet. We discuss Mike’s career as a commercial tier and an outdoor writer, the founding of Badger Creek, Minnesota ...

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Feb. 26, 2020

S2, Ep 19: Jason Hallacher of the Virginia Department of Game & Inlan…

In this episode, I catch up with Jason Hallacher, Assistant Fisheries Biologist with the Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries . In addition to sharing his passion for the outdoors, Jason shares the Commonwealth’s nu...

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Feb. 19, 2020

S2, Ep 16: Joel Johnson of Admirable Devil

In this episode, I catch up with Joel Johnson, co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Admirable Devil. We discuss his early passion for fishing and conservation, how the Great Recession re-focused his purpose and we take a ...

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Feb. 5, 2020

S2, Ep 11: Tim Johnson of Tim Johnson Gallery

In this episode, I catch up with Tim Johnson of Tim Johnson Gallery . We discuss his passion for fly fishing and art, the birth of the Timmy Grip and everything in between. If you are going to be in Charleston for SEWE in a c...

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Jan. 22, 2020

S2, Ep 7: Ben Furimsky of The Fly Fishing Show

In this episode, I catch up with Ben Furimsky, CEO of The Fly Fishing Show , on a rare week at home during show season. We discuss the roots of The Fly Fishing Show, how the business has changed over the last thirty years and...

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Jan. 8, 2020

S2, Ep 3: Braden Miller of Miller Time Flies

In this episode, I catch up with Braden Miller, the fourteen-year-old, fly fishing phenom from Glen Allen, Virginia, and the driving force behind Miller Time Flies . Thanks to this episode’s sponsor, Virginia Fly Fishing & Wi...

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Dec. 18, 2019

S1, Ep 97: All Things Smallmouth with Mike Schultz

In this episode, I catch up with Mike Schultz . We talk about how he got into the smallie game, his tips for targeting trophy bass and all things Schultz Outfitters . Upcoming Events Bar Flies 2020 and SO’s Winter Classes Mid...

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Nov. 27, 2019

S1, Ep 91: Love to Fish Live to Teach with George Daniel

In this episode, I catch up with George Daniel . We take a deep dive into the mentors who have helped him achieve his success as well as how he coaches to build better anglers. Thanks again to this episode’s sponsor, Virginia...

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Nov. 15, 2019

S1, Ep 87: A Snowy Day in Michigan with Derek DeYoung

In this episode, I catch up with Derek DeYoung in his studio on a snowy, Michigan morning. We chat about growing up in Michigan, his first art competition, his love of karaoke and everything in between. Thanks to Our Sponsor,...

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Nov. 1, 2019

S1, Ep 83: Landon Mayer Returns to Talk Tactics

In this episode, Landon Mayer returns to update us on the Colorado guide season and to take a deep dive into tactics for hunting and catching big trout. For more information about Landon, check out his website . Support Doubl...

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Oct. 18, 2019

S1, Ep 78: Mac Brown - Fly Fishing Guide, Instructor and Casting Guru

Join us for our conversation with Mac Brown of Mac Brown Fly Fishing . Mac shares the foundation of his casting philosophy as well as a lifetime of experiences as a fly fishing guide and instructor, whitewater rafting guide a...

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Oct. 4, 2019

S1, Ep 74: Ben Bulis of AFFTA

Join us for our conversation with Ben Bulis, President of AFFTA . We cover it all from his passion for saltwater fishing, to AFFTA’s industry outreach to everything you need to know for IFTD 2019 . Thanks again to this episod...

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Sept. 20, 2019

S1, Ep 71: An Evening with Capt. Debbie Hanson of SheFishes2

Join us for our conversation with Capt. Debbie Hanson, outdoor writer, Florida guide and the driving force behind SheFishes2.com . Debbie shares everything from memories of fishing a Snoopy rod with her grandfather, to the tr...

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Sept. 6, 2019

S1, Ep 68: An Evening with Tim O'Neill of Norvise

Join us for our conversation with Tim O’Neill of Norvise . We discuss a lifetime in the outdoors, the secret to successfully tying on a rotary vise, his serendipitous introduction to Norm Norlander and his vision for Norvise’...

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