Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2, Ep. 66: Fishing On The Move Aruba with Guide Robin
Release Date: 12/10/2025
Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 Ep.76: East Cape Boats, Skiff Design & a New Drift Boat
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, Ryan sits down with Kevin from East Cape Boats to talk boat design, shallow-water performance, and how decades of building skiffs have shaped one of the most respected brands on the flats. Kevin shares the story behind how East Cape Boats got started, the original mission of the company, and how his perspective on boat building has evolved over more than 20 years in the industry. The conversation breaks down the differences between East Cape’s various skiffs, including how hull design impacts shallow draft, stability, and overall angler...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast S2 Ep.75: Flow on the Water, Business and Adventure with Nigel of Sea Suite
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, Ryan sits down with Nigel, founder of Sea Suite, to explore the powerful intersection of outdoor adventure, mental clarity, and business growth. Nigel shares where his fishing journey began, when he first picked up a fly rod, and how time on the water ultimately inspired him to build a business centered around clarity, leadership, and intentional thinking. The conversation breaks down what Sea Suite is, who it’s for, and why blending fly fishing, surfing, and strategic business work creates breakthroughs that traditional boardroom settings often...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 Ep.74: Building Community with Sam from Space Coast Flies & Community Supply
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In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, Ryan sits down with Sam, the founder of Space Coast Flies and Community Fly Supply, to talk about building fly fishing community from the ground up. Sam shares where his fishing journey began, when he made the jump to fly fishing, and how that passion eventually turned into not one—but two—fly fishing brands. We dig into the origin stories behind Space Coast Flies and Community Fly Supply, the inspiration for opening a brick-and-mortar fly shop in Gulf Shores, Alabama, and what it takes to grow a fly shop that truly puts community first. We...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 Ep73: Trout Routes & the Future of Digital Mapping w/ Erik Johnsen
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On this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we’re joined by Erik, a key part of the team behind Trout Routes and OnX, to talk about the intersection of fly fishing, technology, and access. We start with Erik’s personal fishing journey — where it all began, how he got into fly fishing, and what ultimately led him down a path that blends time on the water with digital mapping tools anglers rely on every day. Erik breaks down what Trout Routes is for anglers who may not be familiar with the app, including how it helps fishermen find legal access, understand stream classifications, and...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season: 2 EP. 72: Pro Bass Fishing and Unplugged Charters With Randall Tharp
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On this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we sit down with Randall, a professional bass angler who’s spent most of his career behind a spinning rod and baitcaster — but has added a fly rod to the mix. We kick things off with Randall’s fishing background and what originally motivated him to start fly fishing after a successful career in professional bass fishing. He reflects on the tournaments he’s won, the pageantry and pressure of the Bassmaster Classic, and what it’s like competing at the highest level of the sport. Randal breaks down the tournament trails he’s fishing this...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2 EP.71: Current Culture Fly & Virginia Fly Fishing with Simon Valencia
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we sit down with Simon Valencia, one of the minds behind Current Culture Fly, to talk fly fishing, teaching, community, and life on the bay. We start with Simon’s fishing journey — where it began, when he transitioned to a fly rod, and how living in multiple places with very different fisheries helped shape his approach to fly fishing. From there, Simon breaks down his current home waters, explaining what makes his part of the bay unique and why it offers such a special fishery. We dive into the inspiration behind Current Culture Fly, its...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2, Ep. 70: Opening a Fly Shop in Philly & Building Community with Eli
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we sit down to talk about the journey into fly fishing and the exciting process of opening a brick-and-mortar fly shop in Philadelphia. We start with how our guest first got into fishing, when the transition to a fly rod happened, and what originally sparked the idea of opening their own fly shop. From there, we dive into plans for potentially setting up shop right in downtown Philly and how location plays a role in accessibility, community, and growth. A big focus of this episode is community — how the shop plans to highlight local fly...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2, Ep. 69: Custom Skiffs and Boat Talk with Louis
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, we welcome Louis back to the show for a return appearance to talk boat builds, custom skiffs, and what life has looked like since his last time on the podcast. We kick things off by catching up on how business has been going and breaking down several new boats Louis has sold and built since we last spoke, including some unique setups and standout modifications. Louis walks us through the process of building a bass boat version of a skiff, what made that project different, and whether he’s had a chance to fish it with the owner yet. We spend...
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2, Ep. 68: Fly Fishing, Louisiana Reds & Vintage Style with Austin
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I’m joined by Austin, a Florida-based angler whose life revolves around fly fishing, hunting, travel, and personal style. We start with where Austin’s fishing journey began and when he made the switch to fly fishing. Fresh off a trip to Louisiana, Austin breaks down where he went, whether bull reds were the main target, and if the trip was a hosted experience. We talk about other destinations he’s fished on the fly, his favorite places so far, and why Florida might be one of the most underrated states in the country for outdoorsmen....
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Trout Wrangler Podcast Season 2, Ep. 67:Fly Fishing Florida, Hosted Trips, and Building the Captains Collective Podcast with Hunter
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On today’s episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Hunter, a Florida-based fly angler, trip host, and the voice behind the Captains Collective Podcast. We kick things off with Hunter’s early fishing roots and what pushed him to transition from conventional tackle to fly fishing. From there, we talk about what makes his corner of Florida unique compared to other fisheries around the state, and how local waters have shaped his approach to fishing and guiding. Hunter opens up about his background in ministry and how that chapter of his life influenced his decision to start...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Rob, the angler and guide behind Fishing On The Move Aruba — one of the island’s most respected flats and inshore guiding services. We break down his fishing journey, what inspired him to start guiding, and how growing up in Aruba shaped the way he approaches both fly and spin fishing.
Rob walks us through the origin of Fishing On The Move, what the name represents, and how he crafts unique, flexible experiences for clients targeting species like permit, bonefish, tarpon, snook, and more. We also talk sustainable fishing practices, trip lengths, tidal considerations, fishing regulations, and what traveling anglers should know before stepping onto the flats.
From local insight to unforgettable stories, Rob shares some of his most memorable client trips, the hardest lessons he learned fishing in Aruba, and whether he’s ever guided athletes or celebrities on the island.
Plus — Rob adds 5 songs to the growing Trout Tunes Playlist on Spotify.
Thanks for listening, and big shoutout to Riversmith for supporting the show.
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