Salt Strong Fishing
829 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsAttention Anglers! Download and listen to the most entertaining fishing interviews to ever make it on a podcast, and get to know some of the world’s fishing celebrities like never before.
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EP 369: 7 Reasons Why You're Not Catching REDFISH
December 14, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBIf you aren't finding (and catching) as many redfish as you want, then you've got to hear this new episode on finding feeding redfish. Luke and Joe break down the top 7 reasons most anglers don't catch as many redfish as they desire. Everything from not fishing in the 90/10 zone to having the wrong bait to fishing bad tides (along with solutions to every problem). Enjoy and tight lines!
UNCHURCHED #110 - Are Your EYES Sabotaging Your Happiness & Success?
December 12, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MBHoly smokes! My eyes saw something that wasn't actually there this morning (that actually changed my body heart rate, temp, etc) and it got me thinking how many times our eyes and what we visualize effect our happiness and success (both negatively and positively). Listen in as I share what happened.
EP 368: The Best Online Saltwater Fishing Community (Just Got Better)
December 09, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBYou spoke. We listened. Now with over 25,000 members in the Salt Strong Insider Club and Community, it was high time we made some big updates. So after taking in all of your feedback on ways we could make the online community even better, we made it happen. Listen in as Nick shares all of the latest updates (along with some new features we'll be adding soon). If you haven't joined the Salt Strong club yet, you'll be doing it after you see this! Enjoy and tight lines!
EP 367: Suspending Hard Bait Lures (When to use & When to avoid)
December 07, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBSuspending hard bait lures from brands such as Mirrolure and Rapala can be amazing in certain situations. However, they can also be ineffective during certain times of the year and certain types of structure. So we had a few of our fishing coaches chime in to discuss when (and when not) to use suspending hard lures. Enjoy and tight lines!
UNCHURCHED #109 - How To Find FAITH In YOURSELF?
December 05, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBIf you've ever struggled to find faith in yourself (or just been down on yourself or low self-confidence), you aren't alone. I've been there many times before and I'm betting that most everyone has. Sometimes the toughest part is pulling yourself together and getting out of the rut. Here's how to do it.
EP 366: How To Catch Sheepshead On Bridge Pilings
December 02, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBWe've had a bunch of requests for targeting sheepshead on bridge pilings so Luke and I grabbed some shrimp and hit a random piling to test our luck. Listen in as we share our favorite sheepshead rig, how to make sure you catch more fish than structure, and how to maximize your time and bait. Enjoy and tight lines.
EP 365: Rod Building 101 (Learning Lessons On Building Great Fishing Rods)
November 30, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBLuke and Justin came back from their 3-day rod building class and said they learned more about fishing rods in 3 days than they had in 30 years. They even mentioned that many of the big manufacturers weren't sharing enough of the much-needed intel on what makes a rod great. So I got them on the show to share everything they learned. Enjoy and tight lines.
UNCHURCHED #108 - Why My 2-Year Alcohol Experiment Is Now Over...
November 28, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBYep, it's over. A little over two years ago, I instituted a 3-drink maximum into my life. And for the first year, it worked perfectly. But then it became not as much fun. Here's what happpened.
EP 364: How To Catch Mangrove Snapper On This Shrimp Rig
November 25, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIf you'd like to catch more mangrove snapper inshore (without having to head miles out) then you've got to hear this. Luke and I fish residential canals using a super simple shrimp rig and catch a bunch of snapper. The best news is that these shrimp rigs are super affordable and this can be done before work it's so simple. Enjoy and tight lines.
EP 363: Speckled Trout On Demand
November 23, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBIt's almost here! The ultimate online course on catching trout from Texas to Florida to North Carolina (and everywhere in between). So in this podcast, we briefly discuss the upcoming course with Capt. Peter Deeks (and a monster lineup of top trout guides) along with sharing some great speckled trout tips for the late fall and winter. If you love catching speckled trout, then you don't want to miss this!
UNCHURCHED #107 - My 10-Year Old Daughter Brought Me To Tears With One Shocking Sentence...
November 21, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBBeing a parent isn't easy. Some days you get it right (or at least feel like you did), and some days you feel like you failed. I had a recent conversation with my 10-year old that quickly made me realize I had failed her in one of the most important departments of her life. I'm willing to bet I'm not alone. So grab some popcorn (and maybe a tissue if you're inclined to tear up) and listen to what just happened.
EP 362: What if we RELEASED ALL FISH for an entire year?
November 18, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBA recent video released by Simms (about the striped bass decline up north) had a very clear smoking gun... the recreational angler. It was one of the first times most of the fingers were pointed at us recreational anglers (instead of commercial fishermen, pollution, etc). It created an internal debate here at Salt Strong about what would actually happen if we all agreed to release every fish for a year? I'm not convinced that is the answer but my guess is the answer lies somewhere in t...
EP 361: Best Cold Weather Fishing Gear
November 16, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBFishing in the winter months can be amazing. The fish are all congregated together (so if you find one, you usually find a bunch of them), plus there aren't as many knuckleheads out on the water. But one of the toughest parts about fishing in the winter is the cold. Combine the cold with water (which will inevitably find it's way on you) it can be tough. So in this episode, we break down exactly what we use to stay warm from Texas to Florida to the Carolinas. Tight lines!
UNCHURCHED #106 - My Biggest Regret Is Not Sharing This...
November 14, 2021 10:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBFor years, I held my insecurities and issues in close to my chest. I felt that if I shared them with anyone that I'd be looked down on... that I'd look weak... that people would consider me a failure. The irony is that when I finally did open up, the complete opposite happened. Listen in as I share a personal story on this week's Salt Strong UNCHURCHED.
EP 360: Why Most Bass Anglers FAIL At Inshore Saltwater Fishing
November 11, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBIn this episode, we bring on the famous pro bass writer and interviewer Rob Newell to discuss the main mistakes that hold bass anglers (even really good ones) from having as much success as they want when saltwater fishing. We cover everything from why you don't need live shrimp, why a boat can actually hurt your chances in some areas, why you don't need all new lures, and more. Enjoy and tight lines!
EP 359: Trick To Avoid The SKUNK (even on the skunkiest of day)
November 09, 2021 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBIf you've ever had a rough day trying to catch inshore saltwater fish, you aren't alone. Regardless if your skunky day is because you failed to prepare, bad moon phase, no current, or just plain bad luck, this tip will help you at least catch something. Tight lines and avoid the skunk!
UNCHURCHED #105 - Secret Formula To Repair (And Enhance) Any Relationship
November 07, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBIf you could name the top 2-3 things that are most important to you in life, what would they be? Regardless of your answer, if you'd like to enhance each one, then you've got to hear this about this simple method. It can help repair, enhance, and completely rejuvenate any relationship from a spouse, child, parent, sibling, friend, or even God. Enjoy.
EP 358: How To Make Your Fishing Rod Last 4 Times Longer
November 04, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode, we discuss all of the tricks that pro anglers and rod builders use to make their fishing rods last much longer. From the right (and wrong) way to transport them, to properly washing them down, to storage, and more. If you own at least one fishing rod or more, you don't want to miss this one.
EP 357: How To Catch Snook At Super High, Slack Tide
November 02, 2021 09:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBIf you fish enough, you'll find yourself fishing on a high, slack tide every now and then. The big misconception is that it's almost impossible to get fish to strike lures when the tide is slack like this. But it's simply not true. So in this LIVE on the water episode, we reveal exactly how we like to target snook (and other inshore fish) on a super high tide. Enjoy
UNCHURCHED #104 - Here's Why You're Feeling Exhausted, Burnt Out, & Out Of Energy
October 31, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn our efforts to never miss anything, we tend to miss almost everything. We're rarely truly in the moment (instead distracted by dings, beeps, and thoughts of the future). I know because this is something I'm dealing with too. So in this episode, I share what I've discovered in a really powerful new book that I know can help you as well. Enjoy.
EP 356: Inshore Fishing 101 - How To Never Get Skunked
October 28, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBSometimes it super helpful to take it back to the basics. So in this episode, we break down all of the tips, tactics, and shortcuts that we wish someone had shared with us when we were transitioning from bass anglers to inshore saltwater anglers. We discuss the easiest way to find spots (even if you don't have a nice boat or trolling motor), how to simplify your tackle, why less is more, and why you'll actually catch more fish if you do this... Enjoy and tight lines.
EP 355: Found 100+ REDFISH In One Small Area (LIVE)
October 26, 2021 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBWhat an epic day! It's one thing to stumble upon a massive school of redfish in a small area, its another to get them to bite not once, but seven times!!! We doubled up, then doubled up again. All using artificial lures in this one area. If you love catching redfish, you will love this episode!
UNCHURCHED #103 - Get As Fired Up About Your Family As Gabby Petito, Biden, & Trump!!
October 24, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBI was recently "busted" by my wife who called me out for spending too much time reading about and discussing the Gabby Petito case. Her point was, "Why not spend that time with me and our kids?" OUCH!!! So it got me thinking... what if we all spent less time getting all fired up about politics, news, masks, murders, and presidents and spent more time focused on our family? Can you imagine what that would do? It would certainly create a ripple effect that could impact the entire country...
EP 354: Trolling Motor Review - MINN KOTA vs MOTORGUIDE
October 21, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBWant to know which trolling motor is best between Minn Kota and MotorGuide? Our review is in (and it's not very flattering for one of these brands). So in this episode, we share our experience of having both motors, what happened when one of them broke down in the first 5 months, customer service experience, and pros and cons of each motor. If you're a saltwater boat owner you'll want to hear this one!
EP 353: Shortcut To Finding Redfish, Snook, & Trout On A Grass Flat
October 19, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBA grass flat (or any flat for that matter) is one of the best places to catch redfish, speckled trout, and snook in the fall. The only bad news is that some of these flats can be massive and can be really hard to figure out the 90/10 zone (the fact that 90% of all feeding fish are in just 10% of any area). So in this episode, we head out on a LIVE (unedited) on the water recording to reveal exactly what we look for when we hit a new flat. It's the ultimate shortcut! Enjoy and tight lin...
UNCHURCHED #102 - Why it’s critical you delete the phrase “I CAN'T” from your speech
October 17, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBDid you know that saying "I can't" (even in your head) is one of the best ways to self-sabotage what you want in life? Yep. Just listen in to this story that happened between my wife and I this past Sunday. It's crazy what just two negative words can do to your brain...
EP 352: Topwater vs Paddletail (LIVE ON THE WATER)
October 14, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBWe hit the flats to do a topwater lure vs paddletail contest to see which lure could catch the most fish. Not only was there a clear winner, it wasn't even close! Find out which lure won, what fish we caught, and why one of the lures was superior. Tight lines!
EP 351: When to use a SHRIMP LURE over a PADDLETAIL
October 12, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIf you want to maximize your strikes then you need to maximize your time using the best lure for every type of structure, depth, water clarity, and species. Find out when (and when not) to use shrimp lures over a paddletail and vice versa. If you love using lures to catch redfish, trout, snook, and flounder then you're going to get a lot out of this podcast.
UNCHURCHED #101 - Why You Become What You Tolerate
October 10, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBThere is a lot of pain, despair, hatred, and negativity in the world right now. And as much as we want to point fingers, much of the big issues come down to us being too lenient on what we tolerate. Listen in as I share more on this hot topic.
EP 350: Topwater Power Fishing (And Why We Quit For This)
October 07, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBOne of our favorite things to do is go topwater power fishing in the morning. There is just nothing like a topwater blowup. But you also have to know when to put down the topwater and switch to a sub-surface lure to catch more fish. Listen in as Luke and I have a blast fishing LIVE (no cuts or edits). Pa-POW!
EP 349: The Trout Book: Best Trout Spots, Water Color, & Bait
October 05, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBIn this episode, we break down (and review) one of the best trout books of all time, The Trout Book, by Frank Sargeant. Listen in as break down some of the best secrets in this book for catching trout. We cover the best water color/clarity for trout, the best habitat, and the best overall trout bait. Enjoy!
UNCHURCHED #100 - Exactly What You'll Look Like 3 Years From Now...
October 03, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBDid you know that there is a pretty clear blueprint to know exactly what you'll look like in 3 years from now? Yep. If done properly, you can even define what your house will look like, who you're with, how much money you'll have, and more. Listen in as I share this amazing formula that changed my life.
EP 348: Must-Have Fishing Apps For Your Phone
September 30, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBIt might surprise you but the best anglers keep it really simple when it comes to fishing apps. From a 30,000 foot view, the main things you really need as a saltwater angler are weather, radar, tides, current flow, wind direction, satellite maps, and of course, an amazing online community of anglers to bounce questions off of. In reality, you don't need individual apps for each of these benefits above. So listen in as we share our must-have fishing apps. Tight lines!
EP 347: The Best Lure Scent For Redfish, Snook & Trout: Dr. Juice vs Pro-Cure
September 28, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode we share our Pro-Cure vs Dr. Juice "Saltwater Slam" fishing lure scent test results over the past 6 months. We break down the pros and cons of each scent, which one stays on the lure longest, and which lure scent has been catching the most fish. If you love catching redfish, speckled trout and snook then you're going to love this!
UNCHURCHED #99 - Men Are Leaving Their Jobs For This...
September 26, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBWe've had quite a few job openings this year and we've seen a very interesting trend on men leaving their old jobs for one thing in common. If you're sick and hearing about bad news, tune in to this episode for some great news.
EP 346: How To Catch A TOPWATER INSHORE SLAM (before work)
September 23, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode, we go back out LIVE on the water to prove how it's possible to land an inshore saltwater slam (redfish, speckled trout, and snook) on one topwater lure (the Salt Strong Moonwalker) all before you need to be at work, then check this out. We'll show the types of areas that hold inshore fish, best time, best tide, and more. Enjoy.
EP 345: Pro Tactics For Hunting Trophy Redfish, Trout, & Snook (With Capt. Peter Deeks)
September 21, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBWant to hear exactly how a multi-world record holder does his pre-trip planning for trophy (and even state record) redfish, speckled trout, and snook? It's almost the complete opposite of a fishing trip where you're just trying to get a bunch of tight lines. If you'd like to catch a new personal best then you don't want to miss this! Tight lines, Joe
UNCHURCHED #98 - Are You Getting In The Way Of God's Big Work In Your Life?
September 19, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBIf you've ever lost patience or hope in God fulfilling things in your life, you aren't alone. But one of the problems could be us getting in the way of HIS plans and timing. The great news is that even though it might not always be when we want it, God doesn't give up on us and his timing is always perfect (even if we can't see it right away). Enjoy.
EP 344: Why Your Spinning ROD Should Always Cost More Than Your Reel
September 16, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBDid you know that your inshore spinning rod should almost always cost more than your reel? Also, that most combos are NOT a good investment (unless you're buying them for kids). Listen in as we break down one of the biggest misconceptions about fishing (that you need a fancy reel to succeed), when in reality, it's the rod that is doing all of the work. Enjoy and tight lines.
EP 343: The Truth About Fishing Tackle Shipping Costs (behind the scenes)
September 14, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBWe've had a ton of questions regarding how some of our shipping costs are so low while others (like shipping a fishing rod) can be so much. So we decided to go behind the scenes to show you the exact costs for shipping everything from rods, reels, lures, chum, and more. We also go into one of the ways that big box retailers are overcharging on some items to be able to offer free shipping on others...
UNCHURCHED #97 - Anxiety Hacks (How to end anxiety attacks once and for all)
September 12, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBMany of you probably know that I suffered from anxiety attacks for almost 14 years. It was a daily grind of planning my days around anxiety, always having an "escape route", and never knowing exactly when my body would start going into a full-on sweat/panic/overdrive. I was finally able to overcome the anxiety attacks so in this episode I share some of the tricks that not only gave me hope, but also helped me beat my anxiety.
EP 342: Pier & Jetty Fishing Tips, Tricks, & Mistakes
September 09, 2021 09:00 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBIf you want to maximize your time fishing from a pier or jetty, then definitely listen to this full episode. We share the best types of spots and structure to look for, the best side of a jetty to fish from, tides, lures, baits, rigs, and more. The tactics we share cover piers and jetties from Texas to Florida to North Carolina (and everywhere in between). Tight lines. Joe
EP 341: Biggest BOATING MISTAKES (New Boaters Beware)
September 07, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBWith the massive explosion of new boats and new boaters over the past two years, there has also been an increase in boating accidents, mistakes, long lines at the ramps, boats stuck on sandbars, etc. So we brought in a new boating expert (who actually is hired by new boaters to show them the ropes) to discuss the biggest boating mistakes that he's seeing. Enjoy and safe boating.
UNCHURCHED #96 - What's Your Headline (Are Your Thoughts Sabotaging Your Happiness)?
September 05, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBOne of the easiest ways to self-sabotage your success and happiness is to give yourself bad headlines. On the other hand, the quickest way to get out of a rut and to find fulfillment is to change your headline and your belief patterns. If you've ever beaten yourself up because of bad events (we all have) then you're going to love this hard-hitting episode.
EP 340: Best Baitfish (Where to Find Them & Matching The Hatch)
September 02, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this episode, we hammer home why it's critical to know what types of live bait are in your area (for each season), where to find the baitfish, and how to match the hatch in order to catch more fish. This will be incredibly helpful for both live bait anglers and artificial lure anglers (especially if you love catching redfish, trout, snook, and flounder). Enjoy and tight lines!
EP 339: The Most Consistent & Versatile Shrimp Lure Ever Made?
August 31, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBAn artificial shrimp lure is a staple in any serious inshore angler's tackle bag. Of course, not all shrimp are created equal... Our journey started many years ago with D.O.A shrimp, then we moved to Berkley GULP shrimp, then a few other shrimp lures with varied results. But all of that changed when our Insider Club member Marcos from Brazil gave us some of his Brazilian shrimp to fish with. We were blown away with the results. So listen in as we share more about this versatile artif...
UNCHURCHED #95 - US vs THEM (Satan is Smiling Right Now)
August 29, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBSatan loves disharmony, arguments, bullying, and anger. So you can only imagine that Satan must be smiling ear to ear with everything going on in our society. In this episode I share a true story of a family who turned a single social media post into one that split their family apart and will most likely never be the same (along with what we can all learn from it). If you've ever looked at someone different because of their viewpoints (which we all have), then you're going to love this h...
EP 338: The Best Saltwater Lures For Catching Bass
August 26, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBYou might not know this, but all of the Salt Strong fishing coaches also love catching largemouth bass. In fact, each of us has used some of our saltwater lures to catch some nice bass this year. The best news is that you don't need to go out and buy all new rods, reels, line, and lures to catch bass. In fact, some of the saltwater lures you probably already own can out-perform many of the bass lures of today. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this fun discussion on the best lures for catc...
EP 337: 9 Animals That Reveal Redfish Honey Holes
August 24, 2021 09:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBIf you want some really cool shortcuts to finding redfish honey holes, then use these 9 animals/creatures that we share in this episode to show you the way. A couple animals in particular have been 100% spot on for catching fish everytime we've seen them on or near the shoreline. The best news is that this can be used for shore anglers (wading), kayak, or boats. Enjoy and tight lines!
UNCHURCHED #94 - You Can Handle Any Challenge (Here's How)
August 22, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBLet's face it, when we think we can't do something, we're really just AFRAID. It's the FEAR of failure. The FEAR of looking dumb in front of friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors. The FEAR of the unknown. So most of us (including yours truly) deny ourselves the ability to grow by avoiding some challenges altogether and simply sticking with the "easy way." Well, I'm here to share some true stories of how I let fear get in my way along with a simple two-step process I've been us...