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Smallmouth Episodes

April 3, 2025

S7, Ep 29: Smallmouth Strategies: Pre-Spawn and Beyond with Matt Reil…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash is back with Matt Reilly for the latest Southwest Virginia Fishing Report. Matt shares insights on the current pre-spawn smallmouth fishing, discussing the challenges po...

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March 27, 2025

S7, Ep 26: Pre-Spawn Pursuits with The Chocklett Factory

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Blane Chocklett for an exciting update from The Chocklett Factory. Blane shares insights from a recent five-day smallmouth school he co-hosted with Mike ...

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March 21, 2025

S7, Ep 23: Pre-Spawn Secrets: Brendan Ruch on Spring Bass Tactics

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Brendan Ruch for an engaging Ruch Report filled with insights on the current Pennsylvania smallmouth scene. Brendan shares his excitement about the pre-s...

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March 13, 2025

S7, Ep 22: Spring Awakening: East Tennessee Fishing with Ellis Ward

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash teams up with Ellis Ward for an insightful East Tennessee Fishing Report. Fresh off the Kentucky River Musky Classic, Ellis shares tales from the tournament, including u...

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March 5, 2025

S7, Ep 19: Weathering the Winds: March Fishing Insights and Pre-Spawn…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Matt Reilly for an insightful Southwest Virginia Fishing Report. As the weather begins to shift, Matt shares his experiences battling the windy condition...

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Jan. 28, 2025

S7, Ep 9: Inside The Chocklett Factory: New Fly Tying Products, Bobbi…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Blane Chocklett for an in-depth discussion about the latest innovations coming out of The Chocklett Factory. Blane shares his excitement about new product...

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Jan. 9, 2025

S7, Ep 1: Winter Fly Tying and Pre-Spawn Tips with Matt Reilly

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash kicks off the year with the first Southwest Virginia Fishing Report alongside Matt Reilly. Battling the harsh January weather, Matt shares insights on the upcoming pre-s...

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Nov. 26, 2024

S6, Ep 140: Navigating Virginia's Bass and Musky Waters with Austin …

In this captivating episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash welcomes Austin Conrad, co-owner of Virginia Trophy Guides , to explore the vibrant world of Virginia smallmouth and musky fishing. Austin shares his journey...

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Nov. 7, 2024

S6, Ep 134: Wrapping Up the Smallmouth Season with Brendan Ruch

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash wraps up the final Ruch Report of the year with Brendan Ruch of Ruch Angling. Reflecting on a successful first season, Brendan shares his thoughts on the current fishing...

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Oct. 23, 2024

S6, Ep 126: Fall Smallmouth Tactics with Brendan Ruch: Low and Slow S…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Brendan Ruch for another insightful Ruch Report. Brendan shares his experiences from a crisp fall day on the river, discussing how the changing season is...

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Oct. 19, 2024

S6, Ep 125: Weathering the Storm: Southwest Virginia's Fishing and To…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash connects with Matt Reilly for a comprehensive update on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia. Matt shares his firsthand experiences of the storm's imp...

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Oct. 10, 2024

S6, Ep 120: Fall Fishing Tactics with Brendan Ruch: Navigating Clear …

Marvin Cash is joined by Brendan Ruch to discuss the current smallmouth fishing conditions in Pennsylvania as the season transitions into fall. Brendan shares insights about the recent bump in water levels that has improved f...

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Sept. 27, 2024

S6, Ep 115: Fall Smallie Fishing and Boat Snacks: Brendan Ruch's Angl…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Brendan Ruch for another Ruch Report. Brendan shares his observations on the current fall transition, including cooler temperatures and wetter conditions...

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Sept. 21, 2024

S6, Ep 112: Smallmouth Transitions and Musky Prep: Matt Reilly's Sout…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Matt Reilly for another Southwest Virginia Fishing Report. They discuss the current transition period in smallmouth fishing, where water temperatures are...

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Sept. 12, 2024

S6, Ep 107: Puppy Chow and Popping Bugs: Brendan Ruch's Fishing Forec…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Brendan Ruch for another insightful Ruch Report. Brendan shares updates on the current fishing conditions, highlighting the mixed period of topwater and ...

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