The Articulate Fly

Season 1

April 12, 2019

S1, Ep 27: WNC Fishing Report with the Nantahala Sasquatch

Gordon Vanderpool (aka the Nantahala Sasquatch) of Turning Stones Fly Fishing updates us on mid-April conditions in Western North Carolina. Have a question for Gordon? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will read...

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April 5, 2019

S1, Ep 26: Kristen Mustad of Nautilus Reels

Kristen discusses the origins of Nautilus Reels, his passion to build the best reels on the planet and the importance of giving back to the sport. To learn more about Nautilus, check out their website . Thanks again to this e...

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April 3, 2019

S1, Ep 25: WNC Fishing Report with Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Sh…

Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop updates us on early April conditions in Western North Carolina. Have a question for Dale? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will read it on the next report.

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March 29, 2019

S1, Ep 24: Hunting and Fishing Access 101 with Beau Beasley

In this episode, I chat with Beau Beasley, outdoor writer and event promoter, about the basics of hunting and fishing access in the United States. For more information about Beau or to read his articles on access, check out h...

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March 27, 2019

S1, Ep 23: WNC Fishing Report with the Nantahala Sasquatch

Gordon Vanderpool (aka the Nantahala Sasquatch) of Turning Stones Fly Fishing updates us on late March conditions in Western North Carolina. Have a question for Gordon? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will rea...

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March 21, 2019

S1, Ep 22: Sponsor Spotlight: Texas Fly Fishing and Brew Festival

Beau Beasley gives us the lowdown on this weekend’s (March 23 and 24) Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival in Plano, Texas. For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit the Festival’s website .

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March 20, 2019

S1, Ep 21: WNC Fishing Report with Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Sh…

Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop updates us on late March conditions in Western North Carolina. Have a question for Dale? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will read it on the next report.

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March 16, 2019

S1, Ep 20: WNC Fishing Report with the Nantahala Sasquatch

Gordon Vanderpool (aka the Nantahala Sasquatch) of Turning Stones Fly Fishing updates us on mid-March conditions in Western North Carolina. Have a question for Gordon? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will read...

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March 15, 2019

S1, Ep 19: Brian Hester of Hooked Fly Company

In this episode, I chat with Brian Hester of Hooked Fly Company about his fly fishing journey on and off the canvas. Be sure to listen carefully for Brian’s special offer for Articulate Fly listeners! You can see Brian’s most...

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March 8, 2019

S1, Ep 18: All Things Soft Hackle with Allen McGee

In this episode, I chat with soft hackle aficionado, Allen McGee. Allen discusses his influences and how form follows function in all facets of his tying and fishing. For more information about Allen and his flies, check out ...

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March 6, 2019

S1, Ep 17: WNC Fishing Report with Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Sh…

Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop updates us on early March conditions in Western North Carolina. Have a question for Dale? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will read it on the next report.

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March 1, 2019

S1, Ep 16: Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop

In this episode, I chat with Dale Collins, co-owner of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop . We discuss the start of his fly fishing career as an undergrad at Western Carolina University, the opening of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop and everything i...

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Feb. 22, 2019

S1, Ep 15: WNC Fishing Report with Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Sh…

Dale Collins of Tuckaseegee Fly Shop shares his tips and tricks to be successful on his home waters in late February. Don’t miss this weekend’s showing of IF4 in Sylva sponsored by the folks at Tuckaseegee Fly Shop. Have a qu...

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Feb. 15, 2019

S1, Ep 14: David Grossman of Southern Culture on the Fly

Dave and I discuss all things past, present and future SCOF. Check out SCOF’s website for the latest issue, Olde Time Fudge Shoppe. Do yourself a favor and subscribe today! Dave’s favorite Southern Culture on the Skids tune -...

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Feb. 5, 2019

S1, Ep 13: Lucky Thirteen: WNC Fishing Report with the Nantahala Sas…

Gordon Vanderpool (aka the Nantahala Sasquatch) of Turning Stones Fly Fishing shares his tips and tricks to be successful on his home waters. Have a question for Gordon? Send us a message on our Facebook page , and we will re...

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Feb. 1, 2019

S1, Ep 12: Martin Bawden of Flymen Fishing Company and Kona USA

In this episode, I chat with Martin Bawden, founder of Flymen Fishing Company and Kona USA . We discuss how his early passion for fly tying led to the creation of Flymen and its evolution over the last decade. We also talk ab...

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Jan. 19, 2019

S1, Ep 11: Paul Bourcq of Drift Media Productions

In this episode, I chat with Paul Bourcq, owner of Drift Media Productions and former head coach of the US Youth Fly Fishing Team. From his humble beginnings fishing at a Western NC trout farm to coaching the US Youth Fly Fis...

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Jan. 17, 2019

S1, Ep 10: VFFWF Bonus Episode: Rick Pope of Temple Fork Outfitters

From Day Two of the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival , Rick Pope of Temple Fork Outfitters joined me to share his passion for the outdoors and to discuss the past, present and future of Temple Fork Outfitters. To learn mo...

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Jan. 15, 2019

S1, Ep 9: VFFWF Bonus Episode: Cory Routh of Ruthless Outdoor Adventu…

From Day One of the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival , Cory Routh of Ruthless Outdoor Adventures and Seigler Reels joined me to share his passion for fly fishing, education and storytelling. For more information about Cor...

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Jan. 4, 2019

S1, Ep 8: An Evening with Salmo Savant Matt Supinski

In this episode, I chat with Matt Supinski, Michigan guide, outdoor writer and owner of Gray Drake Lodge & Outfitters. From his early days fishing with his Dad to his newest book, Nexus , Matt shares his obsession with all th...

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Dec. 5, 2018

S1, Ep 7: An Evening with Beau Beasley

In this episode, I chat with Beau Beasley, outdoor writer and Festival Director of the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival. From fishing with his Dad to his career as an outdoor writer and event promoter, Beau shares his pas...

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Nov. 23, 2018

S1, Ep 6: An Evening with Jason Randall

In this episode, I chat with Jason Randall about his journey from tournament bass fisherman to accomplished fly angler, author and Temple Fork Outfitters rod designer. Along the way, we discuss the importance of mentors, circ...

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Nov. 9, 2018

S1, Ep 5: An Evening with the Nantahala Sasquatch with Gordon Vanderp…

In this episode, I chat with Gordon Vanderpool about his journey from three-year-old bluegill angler to full-time fishing guide and Southeast Regional Coach of the US Youth Fly Fishing Team. For more information about Gordon’...

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Oct. 26, 2018

S1, Ep 4: Rumble in the Jungle with Capt. Matt Miles

In this episode, I chat with Capt. Matt Miles about his journey West, return home and recent travels to the Amazon. For more information, check out Matt’s website . You can also find him on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . ...

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