On The Water

91. Eat More Bait with Brad Leone

In this episode, angling chef Brad Leone talks about dry-aging fish, eating grass shrimp, and childhood food traumas. Also discussed: Cap'n Crunch as a seafood ingredient, losing the striper of a lifetime, and coming of age on a party boat. 

90. Striper Fishing and Mischief with Zach Fowler

This week on the On The Water Podcast, we're joined by Zach Fowler of Fowler's Makery & Mischief and History Channel's Alone to talk about his latest adventure, Chasing Stripes.After years of survival expeditions and wilderness challenges, Zach has become obsessed with striped bass—and he's documenting the entire spring migration from New Jersey to Maine. He shares what sparked the project, the lessons he's learned fishing alongside some of the Northeast's best anglers, and why the journey is about much more than just catching fish.We also dive into surfcasting etiquette, truck camping between tides, conservation, following the migration, fishing with John Skinner, the books that inspired the series, and how Zach is turning the experience into both a YouTube series and an upcoming book.Whether you're a dedicated surfcaster, a fan of Zach's adventures, or just love hearing great fishing stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

89. Surfcasting Obsession with Frank Goncalves and Pete Utschig

Two of the East Coast's most obsessed surfcasters share stories, wisdom and philosophy on the pursuit of large striped bass from shore. Topics include strange things seen while surfcasting, keeping the excitement high season after season, and eel-induced incontinence. Check out Phase GearFollow Frank on InstagramFollow Pete on Instagram

88. Florida’s Linesiders with Captain Mike Holliday

Jimmy Fee and Chris Megan welcome longtime friend, veteran charter captain, and avid angler Mike Holliday. With nearly four decades of guiding experience on Florida's Treasure Coast, Mike shares unforgettable stories, lessons learned on the water, and the passion that's kept him chasing species like tarpon and snook for almost 40 years.OTW Podcast Brought to you by:Old Town Kayaks: https://oldtownwatercraft.johnsonoutdoors.com/us/shop/kayaks HUK Gear: ⁠www.huk.com⁠⁠Quantum: ⁠https://www.quantumfishing.com/Helen H: ⁠https://helen-h.com/Pro Cure Baits: ⁠https://www.pro-cure.com/⁠ (USE CODE OTWP26 for 20% OFF)Buzzards Bay Yacht Sales: https://www.buzzardsbayyacht.com/Striper Cup: www.StriperCup.com

87. Honeymoon Tuna Tips with Devin Acton

Devin Acton is an obsessed tuna fisherman, an analytical bass angler, and a talented writer. In this episode, Devin and Jimmy talk about the glidebait bubble, fractional fish reports, Panamanian yellowfin, Cape Cod bluefin, and days of wind and darkness. Check out the Salvage: https://blowinwegoin.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=webFollow Devin on Instagram: Instagram