Salt Strong Fishing

EP 594: Easiest Way To Catch Snook From The Beach (Even While On Vacation)

June 25, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MB

Want to know the simplest, quickest, and easiest way to catch snook from the beach/surf? Then you don't want to miss this episode where Luke breaks down the best spots, best time of day, best lure, and best way to cast/retrieve. Tight lines and enjoy!

UNCHURCHED #235 - The 6 Happiness Steps

June 23, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MB

Do you know about the 6 steps to happiness, growth, freedom, health and wealth that Zig Ziglar made famous many years ago? I just re-heard the message this past weekend and it really hit home. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

EP 593: 7 Beginner Saltwater Fishing Mistakes To Avoid

June 18, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

If you're new to saltwater fishing (or even just need inconsistent), then you definitely don't want to miss out on these 7 costly mistakes that I wish someone had shared with me. Tight lines and enjoy! Joe

UNCHURCHED #234 - Your Ultimate Success Depends On This...

June 16, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MB

I recently received an email from someone I admire who shared one thing that could determine someone's success. The more I thought about it, I have to agree with him. So in this episode, I share what that is.

EP 592: From Boat Washer To Releasing 3,000 Billfish (Katie C. Sawyer)

June 11, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Imagine going from knowing hardly anything about saltwater fishing (to the point the only job you could get was boat washer) to being part of releasing over 3,000 billfish! Enjoy this awesome interview with Katie C. Sawyer as she shares her journey of becoming a great angler. Tight lines!

UNCHURCHED #233 - "Woe to him who is alone..."

June 09, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Did you know that loneliness is just as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes per day? Yep! So listen in to hear about the loneliness pandemic along with how we can combat it for kids, parents, boomers, and seniors.

EP 591: Why We're Raising Prices (And Limiting Access To Our Community)

June 04, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MB

Lots of BIG news to share in this week's podcast. I'll cover the new pricing tiers, why we're closing the doors to new members in the community (until they take a few first steps), and much more! Enjoy and tight lines.

UNCHURCHED #232 - The Moral War (UPDATED)

June 02, 2024 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

Back around episode 65, I published a podcast called "The Moral War." It was one of the most downloaded (and commented on) podcasts I have done in the Unchurched series. So this week I make a quick update to what I'm seeing...

EP 590: Wade Fishing: How To Read A Flat

May 28, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

Want to get better at picking spots and reading a flat while wade fishing? Then this is the episode with Wader Dave that you don't want to miss! Also, Dave shares his top 3 wade fishing lures at the end. Enjoy and tight lines.

UNCHURCHED #231 - Your Advisor Is Calling...

May 26, 2024 09:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

It's time for more embarrassing stories from my life... In particular, the times I didn't follow the advice from the Bible and get input from other people (advisors) before making a decision. Regardless if you have any big decisions to make coming up or not, this is a must-listen-to episode.

EP 589: HOSTAGE TO LIVE BAIT (is this you?)

May 21, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

Ever felt like you are held hostage to live bait? Want to be able to hit the water and catch fish immediately? Want to know how so many "live bait" anglers are making the transition to using lures (giving them so much more freedom and control)? Then this episode is for you! Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #230 - Turn OFF Your DVR!!!

May 19, 2024 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

If you've ever suffered from fear, anxiety, panic, or depression, then this is for you! It's time to turn off that DVR in your head...

EP 588: How ONE LURE for 365 DAYS changed my life...

May 14, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

You've got to hear what happened with saltwater angler Pat Ogletree used just one type of lure for a full 12 months straight (regardless of temp, wind, depth, etc). He also shares what happened when he made an epic road trip to catch a redfish in 9 different states! Enjoy this one!

UNCHURCHED #229 - You Fast Swimmer You!

May 12, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

You're one heck of a swimmer! You're strong. You're good looking. You're the best. Find out why in this week's uplifting message!

EP 587: Redfish Secrets (from the Redfish Tour Director)

May 07, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

Kent Hickman, director of the PowerPole Redfish Tour, absolutely brought the good stuff in this new interview. Listen in as Kent shares how to find redfish in new areas, what lures work everywhere, and his #1 type of spot for slot redfish. Enjoy and tight lines. Joe

UNCHURCHED #228 - Hand It To God

May 05, 2024 09:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

Do you what real faith is? I didn't for the longest time. In fact, I still struggle with going "all in" on faith and handing it to over to God. Listen in as I share some honest challenges and what you can learn from it. Much love, Joe

EP 586: Worst Fishing Story Ever (they laughed at me)

April 30, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

Have you ever heard the story about how Luke's co-workers laughed at him back when he was inconsistent? It's worth hearing for a number of reasons (including how he leapfrogged them over time). Plus, had this story not happened, Salt Strong most likely never would have been a thing. Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #227 - What is YOUR METAPHOR???

April 28, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

Do you have a big challenge or struggle in your life right now? Do you think about it often? If so, then you need to hear this (and turn that negative into a positive). Enjoy.

EP 585: Tweaker vs Skinny Lipper

April 23, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this LIVE on the water podcast, Luke and I go head to head with two of our favorite lures... the Polk County Tweaker and the Skinny Lipper. Find out which one catches the most fish. Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #226 - You Can't Choose Your Family (but you can choose your friends)

April 21, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Ever heard that you become the average of the 5 people who spend the most time with? Well, what if some of the people you spend the most time with are dragging you down (and happen to be family)? Listen in to hear some powerful stories on this...

EP 584: The Popping Cork Challenge

April 16, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MB

Find out how a popping cork does against a normal paddletail lure (Slam Shady 2.0) on a windy day. We went head to head to see which setup caught the most (and biggest) speckled trout. Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #225 - Why You Become What You Tolerate...

April 14, 2024 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

This should be taught in schools... Enjoy and much love.

EP 583: Mono vs Fluoro (The Test Heard Around The Fishing World)

April 09, 2024 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Wowzas! The results from the mono vs fluoro testing we've been doing is definitely creating some controversy! If you haven't watched it, you need to. In fact, we'd love your feedback after you see it. Tight lines and we look forward to hearing from you.

UNCHURCHED #224 - Struggling with "Religion?" Me too!

April 07, 2024 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

If you've ever struggled with "religion" you aren't alone. Listen in as I share a story that impacted our family this week. Lots to learn from this.

EP 582: Truth About The Right To Hunt & Fish Amendment

April 02, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

Have you seen Amendment 2 (The Right To Hunt & Fish) that will be on all Florida ballots this year? It could be the most important vote the state has ever had in terms of protecting our rights to hunt and fish along with protecting our wildlife. This is also a huge moment for conservation. Listen in and help spread the word.

UNCHURCHED #223 - How Hallucinations Led My Son Closer To God

March 31, 2024 09:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

This is a true story you have to hear to believe... Just more proof that God is always there, He's always listening, and He works his plan in mysterious ways. Enjoy.

EP 581: The Ultimate Fishing App Manual (that everyone is talking about)

March 26, 2024 09:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Holy smokes! One of our Insider members (Phillip Hilgert) put together the ultimate guided walk-thru manual on how to get the most out of Smart Fishing Spots. In fact, it's so good that we as a company aren't even going to try and compete with it (I'm not sure we could make it any better). So in this podcast, I wanted to walk through it, share some upcoming exciting news, and tell you where you can find this and the upcoming video series. Tight lines, Joe

UNCHURCHED #222 - Why Life Expectancy Is Going DOWN In America (ALARMING)

March 24, 2024 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

For the first time in American history, life expectancy is going down (especially for men). There are 3 main reasons why this is occurring. So in this episode, Dr. Ben joins us to share what's happening, why, and how we can fix this major issue.

EP 580: Public Fishing Lands (TX - FL - VA)

March 19, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Have you seen the new public (and private) fishing land map layer? This intel is game-changing for finding land-based fishing spots, kayak launch spots, and more. Listen in as I go from Texas to Florida to Virginia (and every state in between) to discuss what we're seeing with this exciting new map layer.

UNCHURCHED #221 - "Lord, Help Us..." - Healing Hopeless Relationships

March 17, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

Wow... That's all I can say about this episode. What a powerful interview with guest Rob Rienow. Listen in and take notes.

EP 579: Polk County TWEAKER vs Slam Shady 2.0

March 12, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

It's lure face off time! The Polk County Tweaker vs the original Slam Shady 2.0. Listen in to this LIVE on the water fishing contest to see who wins! Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #220 - I AM SECOND

March 10, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

Have you ever seen the videos from the "I AM SECOND" movement? They are fantastic. Listen in to hear how this had a big impact on me this week and what you can benefit from it in your life.

EP 578: Redfish & Trout Bonanza (30 Day Fishing Challenge)

March 05, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

What an epic day! We went out to film a few tutorial videos for the 30-day fishing challenge and ended up catching a bunch of reds and solid trout! Listen in as we share where we're finding the redfish schools along with other tactics to catch them as the weather moves from a winter pattern to a spring pattern. Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #219 - A Famous Person Throw Rocks At Me!!!

March 03, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MB

It's not every day that a famous person throws rocks (insults) at you. What do you do when it happens? Here's the BIG lesson I learned in responding to criticism...

EP 577: Canal Fishing: Live Shrimp vs "The Prawn"

February 27, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

One of the best spots to fish when the wind is cranking are canals. Most of them have wind protection and there are some cool tricks to finding the 90/10 zone in canals. Listen in as we fish with Capt. Peter Deeks who reveals his best canal fishing tips and find out if live shrimp or the Prawn won! Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #218 - Stunned + Speechless...

February 25, 2024 10:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

It's not often that I'm left completely stunned and speechless after a question... especially from a 7-year old! Listen in to this powerful (and emotional) message. Much love, Joe

EP 576: The Truth About Gag Grouper Regulations (With Capt Dylan Hubbard)

February 20, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MB

Did you see all of the uproar about the recent Gulf gag grouper numbers? Want to know what happened behind the scenes? Then listen in to this eye-opening podcast interview with Capt. Dylan Hubbard. Tight lines and enjoy.

UNCHURCHED #217 - MONEY

February 18, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MB

Money... we all need it. Most of us (if not all of us) want more of it. But do we really understand how money works? Have you ever found it interesting that money almost mysteriously disappears from those who win the lottery? Listen in to hear more...

EP 575: THE TWITCH LURE (story, rigging, retrieval, pro tips)

February 13, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

It's finally available! The New TWITCH lure! If you've ever had luck with a jerk shad, this soft plastic twitch lure is something you've got to try. Listen in as we share everything you need to know about this new lure. Tight lines.

UNCHURCHED #216 - In A Funk...

February 11, 2024 10:00 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MB

Have you felt like you've been "in a funk" in 2024 so far? You aren't alone. Listen in as I share how I've been pulling myself out of a personal funk.

EP 574: Why Most Saltwater Anglers Struggle

February 06, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Want to know most saltwater anglers struggle to consistently get tight lines on every trip? Then you've got to listen in to this unfiltered answer based on all of the mistakes we've seen over the years (including the mistakes we made). Tight lines.

UNCHURCHED #215 - RAGE ROOMS!!!

February 04, 2024 10:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB

I'm so angry I wrote the entire podcast title in all caps! Haha. Listen in to hear my candid thoughts about this growing thing called a "rage room" (where people pay money to destroy things to help with their anger). Enjoy!

EP 573: Speckled Trout ON-DEMAND (Winter Edition)

January 30, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MB

Want to know where to find loads of speckled trout in the colder months?' Then listen in to this LIVE on the water podcast where we talk about how we find great trout spots when it's colder. The best news is that once you find one trout, you usually find a ton of them! Tight lines.

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