The Guys Fishing Weekly

The Guys Fishing Weekly is a podcast dedicated to the camaraderie of men through fishing. Hosted by Ed and Reid, it's where men gather to share not just the thrill of the catch but the deeper connections forged on the water. Each episode dives into stories, tips, and interviews that celebrate the bonds between fishermen. From tales of early morning casts to arguing about the size of the one that got away, it's a space for men to connect over shared passions and experiences. Whether you're an experienced angler or just starting, here's where you find your crew, united by the love of fishing.

The Guys Fishing Weekly is a sports podcast hosted by Guys Fishing Weekend, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Guys Fishing Weekend hosts The Guys Fishing Weekly, a sports show with 51 episodes published.

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  Episode #51

  Lance Kittel - Pesca Vida, Jungle Streams and Chasing Big Dreams (Ep. 51)

  May 6, 20251h 13mS0

  <p>Lance Kittel is the founder of Pesca Vida, a custom fly rod company that’s as much about soul as it is about graphite. In this episode, Lance joins Ed and Reid to talk about building rods from scratch, traveling the world with a fly rod, and why a two-inch fish can be just as satisfying as a 150-pound tarpon.</p><p>We cover golden dorado in Bolivia, jungle missions in Colombia, and how a goofy grin and a fly rod can open doors in just about any country. Lance shares how he built Pesca Vida out of thread, gl...

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  Episode #50

  Karin Miller - Catching Tarpon Without a Reel, Fighting Through Failure and Matchbox Magic (Ep. 50)

  Apr 15, 20251h 17mS0

  <p>Karin Miller is the founder of Zen Tenkara and a pioneer in pushing minimalist fishing to big, bold places. In this episode, she shares how a childhood fishing trip with her dad—and a surprise catch of a Matchbox cement truck—sparked a lifelong connection to the water.</p><p>From the frustrations of early fly fishing to finding freedom through Tenkara, Karin walks us through her evolution as an angler, a business owner, and an adventurer. We talk about fish management, gear simplicity, why she gave chased tarpon without a reel, and what happened when a fly shop owne...

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  Episode #49

  Boyd Waters - Replacing Brotherhood, Deer Hair Sculptures and Mop Flies Need Love Too (Ep. 49)

  Mar 18, 20251h 25mS0

  <p>Boyd Waters is a deer hair fly tyer, guide and content creator known as Fly Fishing Studios. He brings a blend of humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom from both his military service and his years chasing fish. Boyd shares his journey from US Army Airborne to fly fishing guide—and how Project Healing Waters gave him back the brotherhood he missed after leaving the service. We swap stories of fly tying disasters, the art of packing for a trip like it’s a mission, and how certain rivers become sacred ground once you truly know them.Boyd reminds us that...

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  Episode #48

  Thomas Watts - Canadian Trout Bum, Embracing Mental Health and Brook Trout for the Win (Ep. 48)

  Mar 4, 20251h 8mS0

  <p>This week Reid and Ed talk with Thomas Watts, the passionate fly fisherman behind Canadian Trout Bum, who joins us from his ultimate fly tying sanctuary in Ottawa, Canada. Thomas shares his journey from being inspired by "A River Runs Through It" to teaching himself fly fishing without YouTube tutorials, demonstrating the persistence that defines his approach to life. From his unwavering devotion to brook trout ("All hail the Brook Trout Church!") to the touching stories of fishing adventures with his teenage son in British Columbia, Thomas blends humor with profound insights about finding joy in imperfection.</p><p>...

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  Episode #47

  Doug Oatman - Silk Worm Secrets, Salmon Flies and Sacrificing Grasshoppers (Ep. 47)

  Feb 18, 20251h 7mS0

  <p>This week, master fly tier Doug Oatman joins us to share his six-decade journey that began with watching grasshoppers on his family's lake and evolved into creating museum-worthy Atlantic salmon flies. While known for his artistic salmon patterns, Doug's true genius lies in innovative yet simple designs, like his foam frog series and "Doug's Red Tube" that landed him a 30-inch Taneycomo rainbow. He reveals Kansas City's hidden fishing gems, from Lexington Lake's sunfish paradise to prime smallmouth waters just 45 minutes away.</p><p>Beyond the vise, Doug opens up about learning to balance his passion for fishing with...

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