The Butcher Shop Episodes

Episode Overview The Butcher Shop goes deep on one of the Great Lakes predator fly world's most distinctive patterns in this conversation with Eli Berant, the Michigan-based fly designer and founder of Great Lakes Fly . Eli is the creator of the Optimus Swine — a reverse foam head-embedded, side-kicking musky streamer that has been turning heads and producing fish since around 2009. In this episode, host Marvin Cash walks Eli through the full arc of the pattern: the lake musky problem it was des...

Episode Overview Mike Schultz joins The Butcher Shop to deliver a comprehensive deep dive into the Swingin' D, one of predator fly fishing's most effective swim patterns for targeting smallmouth bass in Michigan rivers. This detailed conversation traces the pattern's evolution from its early 2000s origins through modern 2.0 variations, exploring the critical role of Larry Dahlberg's diver head design in creating the fly's signature side-to-side action. Mike shares the problem he was solving—crea...

Episode Overview In this episode of The Butcher Shop fly fishing podcast, host Marvin Cash sits down with Brendan Ruch, the innovative tier behind the Nut Job, to explore every dimension of this game-changing swim fly pattern. From its accidental birth on Logjam Live to its current status as a go-to predator pattern for serious smallmouth and trout anglers, Brendan walks through the complete evolution of the fly. The conversation covers Central Pennsylvania waters where the pattern has proven de...

Discover the Spiral Spook: Innovation in Topwater Fly Fishing Join Marvin Cash on The Butcher Shop fly fishing podcast as he interviews Chase Smith, inventor of the innovative Spiral Spook fly pattern. Chase bridges conventional and fly fishing by adapting the classic walk-the-dog action into a deadly topwater fly for bass and other predator species. Expert Design Insights from Chase Smith Chase shares his journey from conventional fishing to creating one of fly fishing's most unique topwater pa...

The Home Invader: A 30-Year Fly Fishing Legacy In this episode of The Butcher Shop, host Marvin Cash dives deep into one of fly fishing's most versatile streamer patterns with its creator, Doug McKnight. Calling in from Blacksmith Lodge in Punta Herrero, Mexico, Doug shares the complete story behind the Home Invader—from its origins on Pennsylvania spring creeks to its evolution into a deadly pattern for everything from Yellowstone brown trout to backcountry tarpon. Doug McKnight's Streamer Expe...

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 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 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 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 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...

Hey, folks, it’s Marvin Cash the host of The Articulate Fly . I am super stoked to share a new podcast that is going to launch soon - The Butcher Shop. We are going to have raw conversations with master angler tiers who craft and fish the deadliest streamers in the game. From OGs like Blane Chocklett, Russ Maddin and Tommy Lynch to up and coming young guys, we are going to talk to them all. Each episode will dissects signature patterns and complete systems for hunting trophy brown trout, musky,...