ICAST Highlights with Gen Wong & NJ Fishing Reports - NJMSP #66

Episode 66 Highlights:

1. Intro and Health Update (00:00:00 - 00:01:17)

   
   
   
   
   • Hosts Joe Santiago and Chris Pereira kick off the episode.
   
   
   • Joe discusses his recent illness which caused him to miss a much-anticipated fishing trip.
   
   
   
   



2. Fishing Trip Recap (00:01:17 - 00:10:02)

   
   
   
   
   • Chris recounts the fishing trip Joe missed, highlighting various aspects of the trip including:
   
   
   
   



3. Captain Scott Tarnoski's Update (00:10:02 - 00:14:09)

   
   
   
   
   • Updates on Captain Scott Tarnoski's health and his upcoming bone marrow transplant.
   
   
   • Information on supporting Scott through his GoFundMe and purchasing "Fishing for a Cure" shirts.
   
   
   
   



4. Fishing Reports and Conditions (00:14:09 - 00:19:38)

   
   
   
   
   • Reports on current fishing conditions, including updates on fluke, sea bass, and other species.
   
   
   • Discussion on water levels and fishing conditions at various spots like Spruce Run and Merrill Creek.
   
   
   
   



5. Angler Challenges and Achievements (00:19:38 - 00:21:17)

   
   
   
   
   • Discussion on the New Jersey Skillful Angler Program.
   
   
   • Updates on personal angling achievements and the challenges faced.
   
   
   
   



6. Upcoming Guests and Events (00:21:17 - 00:22:09)

   
   
   
   
   • Announcement of upcoming guest Jen Wong, who will discuss his experience at ICAST.
   
   
   
   



7. Suffer for the Fish Merchandise (00:22:09 - 00:27:01)

   
   
   
   
   • Discussion on the popularity and cult-like following of "Suffer for the Fish" merchandise.
   
   
   • Issues with stock and distribution of stickers and shirts.
   
   
   
   



8. Jen Wong's ICAST Experience (00:27:01 - 00:35:50)

   
   
   
   
   • Jen Wong shares highlights from the ICAST event, including new products and innovations in the fishing industry.
   
   
   • Discussions about the new fishing technology and gear exhibited at ICAST.
   
   
   
   



9. Industry Insights and Product Promotions (00:35:50 - 00:47:00)

   
   
   
   
   • Insights into the fishing industry's promotional practices.
   
   
   • Discussion on the effectiveness of word-of-mouth advertising and the role of social media in promoting fishing gear.
   
   
   
   



10. Rod and Reel Reviews (00:47:00 - 00:56:11)

    
    
    
    
    • Jen Wong reviews the new Fishing FX rods and their features.
    
    
    • Comparison of Fishing FX rods to custom rods, emphasizing their quality and affordability.
    
    
    
    



11. Upcoming Tournaments and Events (00:56:11 - 01:05:24)

    
    
    
    
    • Information about upcoming tournaments and fishing events.
    
    
    • Reminder to check out NJFishing.com for the latest fishing news and reports.