Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.40:Art, Angling, and Pop Culture — A Conversation with Paul Puckett
Release Date: 08/22/2025
Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.40:Art, Angling, and Pop Culture — A Conversation with Paul Puckett
Trout Wrangler Podcast
On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we’re joined by Paul Puckett, an incredible fly-fishing artist, musician, and podcast host. Paul’s work has become iconic in the fishing world, blending art, culture, and the passion for angling. We start by talking about Paul’s fishing journey and whether Charleston has always been home or if his roots began elsewhere. From there, we dive into how his art evolved from childhood doodles into trout paintings and eventually the fly-fishing art we know today. Paul shares the moment his career took off while helping open a fly shop,...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.39: Inside Beavertail Skiffs With Matt Milliron
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast we have Matt Milliron, Sales Representative for Beavertail Skiffs. We dive into Matt’s fly fishing journey, his favorite species to chase in Florida, and how he got involved with Beavertail. Matt also shares insights into the different skiff models—from the ultra-skinny Micro and Rival to the versatile Mosquito, Vengeance, and Lightning—breaking down what sets them apart for different fishing styles and water conditions. If you’re curious about skiffs, customizing your boat, or what makes Beavertail unique, this episode is packed with...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.38:Blackwater Revival: Guiding the Lowcountry with Johnny
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Johnny, founder of Blackwater Revival Guide Service, to talk about chasing fish through the winding rivers and estuaries of South Carolina’s Lowcountry. We kick things off with how Blackwater Revival came to life and dive into the meaning behind the name. Johnny shares what it’s like guiding in places like Winyah Bay, a fishery shaped by blackwater rivers, shallow flats, and a rich cultural connection to the outdoors. We talk Lowcountry lifestyle, the unique skiff Johnny runs (a 17-ft Mitzi that drafts under 8 inches), and the...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.37: Solo Episode rambling about updates and events
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Had a schedule change today so I just talked about some awesome events going down this month and beyond and some general updates @Afterworkfishclub
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Episode. 36: Magnolia Fly: Storytelling, Connection, and Fly Fishing with Tavares
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Tavares, founder of Magnolia Fly, a creative platform blending fly fishing visuals, veteran perspective, and a drive to connect anglers through storytelling. We start with how his fishing journey began, and how his brand got the name Magnolia Fly. Tavares shares the meaning behind his tagline, “Fly Fishing Content That Inspires and Connects Anglers,” and how that mission has shaped his work—from photography to video to brand collaborations. We dig into his time as an Air Force veteran, the coolest places he’s been...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 Ep.36: Inside Skwala: Gear That Keeps Anglers Present with Rich
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Rich, one of the key figures behind Skwala Fishing—a brand that’s quickly become known for its technical yet minimalist gear designed to keep anglers present and comfortable on the water. We kick things off with the story of how Skwala came to life, and what made them want to shake things up in the fly fishing world. Rich walks us through the design process behind their waders, jackets, and outerwear—what it takes to strike the right balance between performance and comfort, and how time on the water informs everything...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast S2 Ep.34: Afuera Coffee with Matt & Kevin’s Behind the Vise Launch at Fly Box
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Episode Description: In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I’m joined by Matt, co-founder of Afuera Coffee—a brand dedicated to celebrating the outdoors one cup at a time. We dive into the origin of Afuera: how it started, whether the passion came from coffee or being outside, and the deeper meaning behind the name “Afuera,” which means “outside” in Spanish. Matt explains how the brand lives at the intersection of outdoor culture and high-quality roasting. We break down their bean sourcing, roasting style, and how they design blends for specific outdoor moments—whether...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.33: A Conversation About Fly Fishing With Hunter of the Blue Hen Podcast
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we have Hunter from the Blue Hen Podcast on to talk about his fly fishing journey, the outdoors, and the similarities between bow hunting and fly fishing. We kick it off with how Hunter got into fly fishing and what made him want to start a podcast. From Delaware streams to Western adventures, we talk about how fly fishing shaped his identity, and the importance of giving space to voices in the fishing community who might not always be front and center. Hunter shares what it’s been like juggling content creation with his own time on the...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.32:Matt Fitts on Chasing Charleston Reds and Navigating New Fatherhood
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Matt, a passionate Charleston-based angler whose redfish obsession runs deep. We talk about how his fishing journey began and what led him to fall in love with fly fishing in the Lowcountry. Matt gives us a flood tide report and shares whether he's ever given in to the temptation of chasing tailing reds under the moonlight. We also explore how Charleston's rapid growth and the rise in fly fishing popularity are impacting the local fishery. We dive into Matt’s unique history with skiffs and side consoles, what he’s learned...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2. Ep.31: Glass Roots: How the Fiberglass Manifesto Became a Fly Fishing Cult Classic
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I’m joined by Cameron Mortenson, the voice behind The Fiberglass Manifesto, a platform that helped redefine the way the fly fishing world looks at fiberglass rods. Cameron shares the unexpected origin of his passion project—starting with a $30 Eagle Claw rod—and how it snowballed into a community-driven blog and cultural touchstone for “glass geeks” around the world. We dive into the evolution of the site, what fuels its blend of gear reviews, rod-maker spotlights, and travel stories, and why fiberglass continues to attract a loyal...
info_outlineOn today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we’re joined by Paul Puckett, an incredible fly-fishing artist, musician, and podcast host. Paul’s work has become iconic in the fishing world, blending art, culture, and the passion for angling.
We start by talking about Paul’s fishing journey and whether Charleston has always been home or if his roots began elsewhere. From there, we dive into how his art evolved from childhood doodles into trout paintings and eventually the fly-fishing art we know today.
Paul shares the moment his career took off while helping open a fly shop, transforming his passion into a profession. We discuss his creative idea of painting clients’ catches instead of traditional mounts and how that concept came to life.
You’ll also hear the story behind some of his most popular pieces like “Scarface with a trout” and “Pulp Fiction with rainbow trout”—and why he loves merging pop culture with fishing. We even get into one of my personal favorites, the Baby Billy Bonefish, and talk about his love for The Righteous Gemstones.
We shift gears to Paul’s podcast journey, the challenges and surprises of starting a show, and then dive into his other passion: music. Is he still touring and playing gigs or keeping it local in Charleston?
Finally, Paul opens up about his life outside of art and fishing, including his Boston Terrier, and gives us a sneak peek into upcoming projects he’s excited about.
Stick around until the end for Paul’s 5 songs for the Trout Wrangler Playlist—you won’t want to miss those picks!
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