Episode 163: Capt. Rick Murphy - Master Angler, Relentless Survivor

About this episode

Rick Murphy shares his incredible journey as a master angler and survivor of a plane crash.

Rick Murphy’s impact on the world of fishing runs deep. Many know him from his television shows—Sportsman’s Adventures, Florida Insider Fishing Report, and Texas Insider Fishing Report—popular across the Southeast. But his true legacy is built on the water—as a Florida fishing guide and a relentless tournament competitor. Murphy is widely regarded as a tarpon fishing wizard, having won all four major tarpon tournaments. Yet what sets him apart isn’t just mastery of one species—it’s his rare versatility. He’s just as formidable offshore, with multiple sailfish tournament victories to his name. By his own count, he’s claimed around 150 combined inshore and offshore wins. Still, his most remarkable achievement isn’t a trophy-- It's survival. In 2022, Murphy was involved in a twin-engine charter plane crash while en route to the Bahamas when they ran out of fuel and crashed into the ocean. He suffered severe injuries, including multiple fractures to his face and back. Against the odds, he stayed alive by clinging to a cushion until a passing boat rescued them. That moment revealed something deeper than skill or success—it showed an unbreakable will. We’ve been pursuing his story for…

People in this episode

Guest: Rick Murphy

Topics covered

• fishing
• survival
• tournaments
• Florida
• angling
• outdoor adventures

Keywords

• Rick Murphy
• fishing
• tournaments
• survival
• Florida
• tarpon
• sailfish

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sportsman’s Adventures, Florida Insider Fishing Report, Texas Insider Fishing Report

Places: Florida

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