741 | Missouri River Fly Fishing at On Demark Lodge with Craig, Becky, and Warren DeMark
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Release Date: 04/07/2025
767 | Fly Fishing in the UK with Peter Cockwill – Stillwater Fishing, Chalk Streams, Fly Shop Stories
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: , , , Sponsors: Today, we sit down with UK fly fishing legend Peter Cockwill for a wide-ranging chat on small stillwaters, chalk streams, and the decades-long friendship with our friend Jim Teeny. Peter shares his origin story insights into stocking trout with simple flies and why you shouldn't overlook that shallow downwind bank when fish and still waters. We've even got a backcountry story. This one is jam-packed with wisdom, humor, and lots of old stories. Peter Cockwill returns with more insight from the stillwater side of the fly fishing world. We dive into...
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766 | Fly Fishing California with Matt Callies – Loon Outdoors, Fly Gear, Carp and Bass Fishing
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
754 Show Notes: Presented By: , , , California is one of the most populous states in the US and one of the most diverse places to fly fish. From the base of the Sierra Nevadas to the Pacific Coast, steelhead in the North, carp on the flats, and saltwater opportunities in Southern California. It's just about all here. Today you're gonna get an inside look at where to fish and what to expect straight from a guy who reps some of the top brands in fly fishing and helps design gear you're probably using right now. Matt Callies, product designer at Loon Outdoors fly tyer and longtime fly...
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765 | New Mexico Fly Fishing with Spencer Seim – The Feather Thief, Rio Grande, Fly Tying
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
# 765 Show Notes: Presented by: , , , Did you know the Feather Thief story actually connects back to today’s guest? Spencer Seim is a New Mexico fly fishing guide and classic fly tyer whose deep knowledge and love for traditional patterns helped shape the story behind The Feather Thief. We get into his take on that whole crazy story, what it meant for the tying world, and what stood out most to him from the book. Show Notes:
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Great Lakes Dude #12 | Float Fishing for Steelhead with Tom Blotzer – Rigging Tips, Winter Tactics
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
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763 | Urban Fly Fishing in Phoenix with Derek Rivchin – Carp on the Fly, Canal Tactics, Lo Water Guide Service
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
#763 Show Notes: Presented by: , , , When you hear “urban fly fishing,” what comes to mind? Trash? Pollution? Or carp? But today’s guest is here to flip that idea on its head. He’s a full-time guide who chases fish in the heart of Arizona, exploring canals, lakes, and small streams right in the city. By the end of this episode, you’ll see carp in a whole new light and pick up some solid tips to help you fish with more confidence in your own local waters. Show Notes:
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762 | The Feather Thief with Kirk Johnson: The Natural History Heist of the Century
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
#762 Show Notes: Presented by: , , Sponsors: Kirk Wallace Johnson, author of The Feather Thief, joins us to share the wild tale of a world-class fly tyer who broke into a British museum and stole nearly 300 rare bird specimens—all to tie classic salmon flies. We explore the strange subculture behind the heist, the science lost with those birds, and how a flute-playing prodigy nearly got away with it. This conversation digs into conservation, obsession, and the ethical line between passion and crime. Show Notes:
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761 | Tails of the Tides: Fly Fishing for Redfish in South Carolina with Caleb Andrews
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
#761 Show Notes: Presented by: , , , Caleb Andrews of Tails of the Tides is here to help you make the most of your trip if you plan on fly fishing for redfish in South Carolina. We’re talking perfect trip timing, his go-to fly materials, how scent actually plays into hookups, and even what to look for when you're creeping across those oyster flats. If you’ve ever dreamed of sight-fishing redfish in a truly wild place, this episode is for you. Show Notes:
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760B | Moccasin Fly Club with John Hunt - Curated Fly Fishing Travel Experiences
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
#760B Show Notes: Presented by: Today's story started with a pair of forgotten wading boots, a group chat, and a long hike into Cheesman Canyon... with only a pair of moccasins! Hear how this mishap not only turned into a fun story to tell around a campfire but also sparked the idea for a company that’s now helping anglers plan better trips, save money, and fish more often. In this episode, you'll learn how to stretch your travel budget, pick the right guides, and build unforgettable trips that fit any style or wallet. John Hunt, founder of Moccasin Fly Club, is here to help us...
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760 | Fly Fishing Colombia with Andres, Nick, and Jason - Baku Lodge, Giant Peacock Bass
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
Show Notes: Presented By: , , , Sponsors: One of the most iconic fish you'll see across social media is the peacock bass - massive, vibrant, and found deep in some of the most remote jungle waters on the planet. Today, we're heading into one of those places, Baku Lodge in Colombia. They're the local indigenous community, welcomes you like family, and you'll hear firsthand from three people on the ground and on the water of what it's really like to chase giant peacocks in untamed waters. Today, Andres, Jason, and Nick are gonna take us deep into the Colombian jungle to show us what it's...
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759 | The Soul of Fly Fishing: Jerry Kustich on Bamboo Rods, Steelhead, and Sweetgrass
Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
#759 Show Notes: Presented by: , , , Sponsors: In this episode, we sit down with Jerry Kustich—bamboo rod builder, author, and one of the pioneers of Great Lakes steelhead fly fishing. From his off-the-grid cabin days in Idaho to building rods with legends like Tom Morgan at Winston and starting Sweetgrass Rods, Jerry takes us on a soulful journey through decades of fly fishing evolution. You'll hear about his early fishing adventures, the rise of the Great Lakes fishery, his passion for writing, and the powerful stories behind the rods, rivers, and people that...
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Presented By: On DeMark Lodge
If you're dreaming about a fall trip to Montana to chase trophy trout under the big sky, this episode is for you. We're heading to the Missouri River with the DeMark family—Craig, Becky, and Warren—from On DeMark Lodge. They’re sharing what makes their small, family-run lodge near Craig, MT, one of the most dialed-in operations on the Missouri River. You’ll hear exactly what to expect in October—from long dry fly drifts over rising pods to aggressive streamer eats in shallow water.
We get their full strategy for fishing fall hatches like blue-winged olives, mahogany duns, and october caddis, plus the best nymph and streamer rigs to run in cooler water. And they’re breaking down the dry fly presentation mistakes most anglers make—and how to fix them. From home-cooked meals and campfire stories to chasing wild browns and rainbows on one of the most consistent rivers in the country, this episode has it all.
Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/741