Casting Across Fly Fishing
The Casting Across Fly Fishing Podcast explores the quarry and the culture of fly fishing. Each episode, I'll discuss some aspect of fly fishing - the people, places, and things that go into the pursuit of fish.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 356
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
The Thankful Angler
We have a lot to be thankful for. This is a universal truth, but is especially applicable for fly fishers.
Today I walk through a handful of things most fly fishers are (or should be) thankful for. B…
00:23:29 |
Fri 29 Nov 2024
The Wal-Mart Angler
A random errand led to my being face-to-face with a $20 fly rod/reel/line combo. It even came with flies. Around me, people were shopping for car batteries and Barbie dolls. I examined the reel. I as…
00:25:44 |
Fri 22 Nov 2024
A Slap on the Wrist
In the complicated system required for fly fishing that is man and equipment, your wrist might be the most fickle. For the same reason it is an incredibly flexible and dexterous joint it can lead you…
00:27:04 |
Fri 15 Nov 2024
Easy Fly Fishing Watercraft
You can spend a lot of money on a boat for your fly fishing endeavors. There's the cost of the craft itself, then the trailer, then the accessories, then the truck to pull it more efficiently...
Whil…
00:28:27 |
Fri 08 Nov 2024
5 Fly Fishing Changes of Mind
None of us should be so set in our ways that we're unable to be pried out of the groove we've worn. In fly fishing, in particular, we should not be so entrenched in opinions that we're dogmatic. It i…
00:25:12 |
Fri 01 Nov 2024
Voting Fly Fishing... & More
Did you know that is a presidential election year?!?
Since I think the "rule" to avoid talking about money, religion, and politics is stupid, I talk about politics today on the podcast. But I think y…
00:24:26 |
Fri 25 Oct 2024
Fly Fishing Accusations, XXXI
I do miss things from time to time. And on this episode I come clean about missing two important things. You've probably survived, but I need to make it right.
On another feedback-based episode, I an…
00:25:16 |
Fri 18 Oct 2024
John Gierach & Fly Fishing Voices
With the passing of a great author, something much more significant is lost than a new title every few years. First and foremost a man is gone. Beyond that, the fly fishing world has lost a voice.
To…
00:23:28 |
Fri 11 Oct 2024
In Appalachia
This episode is an overflow of this week. On the website I've focused on the region that has been most impacted by Hurricane Helene, and I'm going to continue to do so on the podcast.
Even though sou…
00:24:24 |
Fri 04 Oct 2024
Cast & Blast
Not all of you are hunters. That is fine. But within the first five minutes of the podcast I have some real, practical advice for how anglers who don't hunt have a legitimate opportunity for better f…
00:24:45 |
Fri 27 Sep 2024
Taking the Best Fish Pics
In the realm of Casting Across, visual media serves the written and spoken word. Still, a nice picture helps.
Today, I talk through some things that are important to consider as you photograph your f…
00:29:50 |
Fri 20 Sep 2024
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[Cast1] Releasing Fish Well
You've managed to get on the water. You've figured out how to get the fly in front of a fish. You've somehow convinced it to bit said fly. You've fought it your your hand or net.
Now what?
If you're …
00:29:04 |
Fri 13 Sep 2024
Gear Gimmicks
Rightfully so, many consumers think that marketing is out to divide them from their hard earned money. Consequently, most hype surrounding new or novel innovations is received with a fair amount of s…
00:25:59 |
Fri 06 Sep 2024
Why You Should Fish the New England Coast
Countless tourists head to coastal New England cities, towns, and remote coastlines every year. Trust me: I sit behind you as I try to get around during my normal day-to-day.
With around 6,000 miles …
00:26:34 |
Fri 30 Aug 2024
Downstream Dry Flies
The vast majority of your dry fly presentations ought to be made upstream, with you standing slightly to one side of the fish. This optimizes your cast, your mending, and your hook set.
But what if y…
00:25:30 |
Fri 23 Aug 2024
Fly Fishing Accusations, 30
Well, I'm breaking with tradition for this one. I'm not calling it "Fly Fishing Accusations XXX."
That said, there are some interesting segments in this episode. I get a little fired up about how pe…
00:26:39 |
Fri 16 Aug 2024
The Fly Fisherman's Wife
300 episodes. That, my friends, is a lot of my digitized voice out there on the internet.
Today I'm breaking free from my rigid, one-note format. I've got a guest. In fact, I have the most special of…
00:30:14 |
Fri 09 Aug 2024
Judge Not, Fly Fisher
In case you've been living under a rock (like a caddis nymph, perhaps), I'm going to be the bearer of bad news and inform you that fly fishers have the reputation of being quite the opinionated group…
00:27:06 |
Fri 02 Aug 2024
Tenkara
*Trigger Warning* I know some people have Tenkara Derangement Syndrome. Breathe deeply, you'll get through this.
Whether you've dabbled in this Japanese style of angling or not, it has made a modest …
00:25:47 |
Fri 26 Jul 2024
Take a Moment for Better Gear
I wouldn't say that I get too worked up about what people say in and around fly fishing. But the extreme ends of gear perspectives bug me.
One says that the most expensive gear is the only way to go.…
00:25:33 |
Fri 19 Jul 2024
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