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Episode 88 - An Overview of the Current State of Flyfishing Travel
May 19, 2026
1h 43m 28s
Episode 87 - RAHM EMANUEL - From the White House to the River. And ... Could the Next President Be a Fly Fisherman?
Nov 10, 2025
1h 08m 44s
Episode 86 - FRANCOIS BOTHA - From Africa to Ascension Bay: Building a Life and Career in Flyfishing Adventure
Oct 6, 2025
1h 24m 57s
Episode 85 - TOM BIE & PAUL PUCKETT - Packing, Planning, and Problem-Solving: A Travel Q&A for Anglers
Sep 22, 2025
1h 45m 15s
Episode 84 - CHICO FERNANDEZ - The Godfather of the Salt and the Heart of the Sport
Sep 8, 2025
1h 03m 24s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/19/26 |  Episode 88 - An Overview of the Current State of Flyfishing Travel | Ask Us A Question! Season Five of Waypoints launches with a timely and wide-ranging conversation about the current state of global flyfishing travel — and what anglers can realistically expect as they plan trips in 2026 and beyond. Hosted by Jim Klug, this opening episode takes an honest and informed look at the questions, concerns, and trends shaping destination angling right now. From geopolitical headlines and airline disruptions to rising travel costs, trip insurance, changing regulations... | 1h 43m 28s | ||||||
| 11/10/25 |  Episode 87 - RAHM EMANUEL - From the White House to the River. And ... Could the Next President Be a Fly Fisherman?✨ | politicsfly fishing+3 | Rahm Emanuel | White HouseU.S. Ambassador to Japan+2 | — | fly fishingRahm Emanuel+5 | — | 1h 08m 44s | |
| 10/6/25 |  Episode 86 - FRANCOIS BOTHA - From Africa to Ascension Bay: Building a Life and Career in Flyfishing Adventure✨ | fly fishingadventure+4 | Francois Botha | Palometa Club | Punta Allen, MexicoAlaska+3 | fly fishingFrancois Botha+5 | — | 1h 24m 57s | |
| 9/22/25 |  Episode 85 - TOM BIE & PAUL PUCKETT - Packing, Planning, and Problem-Solving: A Travel Q&A for Anglers✨ | travelfly fishing+4 | Tom BiePaul Puckett | The Drake Magazine | — | fly fishingtravel questions+3 | — | 1h 45m 15s | |
| 9/8/25 |  Episode 84 - CHICO FERNANDEZ - The Godfather of the Salt and the Heart of the Sport✨ | fly fishingsaltwater fishing+3 | Chico Fernández | — | — | fly fishingChico Fernández+3 | — | 1h 03m 24s | |
| 8/25/25 |  Episode 83 – DAVE BROWN - Alberta, British Columbia, and the Lure of Canada’s Frontier Waters✨ | fly fishingCanada+4 | Dave Brown | Dave Brown Outfitters | AlbertaBritish Columbia | fly fishingAlberta+5 | — | 1h 19m 50s | |
| 8/11/25 |  Episode 82 - CHUCK HILL & MARVIN RODRIGUEZ - Flyfishing in Costa Rica and the Creation of the 4 Corners Costa Rica Program✨ | fly fishingCosta Rica+3 | Chuck HillMarvin Rodriguez | 4 Corners Costa Rica | Costa Rica | fly fishingCosta Rica+5 | — | 1h 13m 28s | |
| 7/28/25 |  Episode 81 - BLANE CHOCKLETT - Changing The Game✨ | fly fishingstreamer design+3 | Blane Chocklett | Waypoints | — | fly fishingBlane Chocklett+3 | — | 1h 12m 33s | |
| 7/14/25 |  Episode 80 - IAN DAVIS - A Passion for Bonefish: The Fish, the Flats, the Obsession, and the New Book Project✨ | bonefishfly fishing+4 | Ian Davis | A Passion for Bonefish | — | bonefishfly fishing+5 | — | 1h 26m 43s | |
| 6/30/25 |  Episode 79 - STEVE BROWN - Fly Fishing the Bay Islands of Honduras, Guanaja, and the Far Away Cayes✨ | fly fishingHonduras+3 | Steve Brown | — | Bay Islands of HondurasGuanaja+1 | fly fishingHonduras+5 | — | 1h 17m 13s | |
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| 6/16/25 |  Episode 78 - CRAIG MATHEWS - A Life on the Waters of Yellowstone✨ | fly fishingconservation+3 | Craig Mathews | Blue Ribbon Flies | West YellowstoneYellowstone National Park+1 | fly fishingCraig Mathews+5 | — | 1h 12m 36s | |
| 6/2/25 |  Episode 77 - BIBO JAYNE - Fishing the Flats of South Caicos in the Turks & Caicos | Ask Us A Question! On this episode of the Waypoints podcast, we head to the remote and spectacular flats of South Caicos in the Turks and Caicos Islands to sit down with longtime outfitter and flats fishing pioneer Bibo Jayne. Known for his decades of experience exploring and guiding the waters of “Big South,” Bibo has helped put this lesser-known destination on the map for serious saltwater anglers. In this in-depth conversation, listeners will get a firsthand look at the evolution of fly fi... | 58m 08s | ||||||
| 5/26/25 |  Episode 76 - BRIAN O'KEEFE, BRYAN GREGSON & JIM KLUG - A List of 30 Names Every Angler Should Know: Legendary Personalities Who Have Shaped The Sport of Flyfishing | Ask Us A Question! This is a fun one! In this special episode of Waypoints, Jim Klug is joined by longtime friends and industry legends Brian O’Keefe and Bryan Gregson for a lively and insightful conversation that dives deep into the roots and the history of flyfishing. What started as a late-night, beer-fueled conversation at a recent consumer show gathering in Denver quickly turned into a bigger realization: many of today’s younger anglers — even those who live and breathe the sport —... | 1h 58m 29s | ||||||
| 5/19/25 |  Episode 75 - JIM OLSON & ERIC THORSON – The Current State of the Big Hole River and the Fisheries of Southwest Montana | Ask Us A Question! In this episode of Waypoints, we return to the heart of one of the most important — and complex — conservation stories in the world of flyfishing: the state of Montana’s Big Hole and the rivers of southwest Montana. Nearly two years after the New York Times released an article focusing on declining fish populations throughout the region, recent data from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks suggests that there may be signs of hope and recovery for wild trout. But with mixed m... | 1h 27m 50s | ||||||
| 5/5/25 |  Episode 74 - BRYANT DUNN - Part 2 of 2 - Fly Fishing Christmas Island: What to Expect, How to Prepare, and an In-Depth Conversation About the Fishery | Ask Us A Question! In this second episode of our two-part Christmas Island series, Waypoints shifts the focus from the history and angling evolution of the atoll to hands-on fishing specifics. Host Jim Klug continues his conversation with Bryant Dunn of Christmas Island Lodge, diving deep into the angling experience itself. They address and answer the most common questions from anglers and travelers — from navigating the atoll’s massive, diverse flats to targeting bonefish, giant trevally, tr... | 1h 12m 03s | ||||||
| 4/21/25 |  Episode 73 - BRYANT DUNN - Part I of 2 - Fly Fishing Christmas Island: An In-Depth Conversation About One of Flyfishing's Most Iconic Destinations | Ask Us A Question! In this first episode of a special two-part series, Waypoints heads to the heart of the Central Pacific to explore one of the most legendary destinations in saltwater fly fishing — Christmas Island. Host Jim Klug is joined by Bryant Dunn of Christmas Island Lodge for a deep dive into the rich history of the atoll, the evolution of its world-renowned fishery, and why this remote destination continues to captivate anglers from around the globe. Together, they unpack the fasci... | 1h 11m 22s | ||||||
| 4/7/25 |  Episode 72 - HOWARD CROSTON - The Gear, the Travel, and the Mindset That Define Today’s Global Angler | Ask Us A Question! In this episode of Waypoints, host Jim Klug sits down with Howard Croston — Global Brand and Product Manager for House of Hardy — to explore the legacy, innovation, and future of one of the most iconic brands in fly fishing. Howard brings a unique perspective to the conversation —not just as a designer of some of the world’s finest rods and reels, but also as a seasoned world champion angler who has tested gear in some of the most remote and demanding destinations on the pl... | 1h 02m 13s | ||||||
| 3/26/25 |  Episode 71 - DAVE PISHKO & SAWYER KEENER - Fly Fishing Alaska’s Legendary Nushagak River | Ask Us A Question! In this episode of WAYPOINTS, we journey deep into the heart of Alaska’s remote southwest to explore one of the most legendary rivers in the North – the Nushagak. Known simply as “the Nush,” this 280-mile wilderness river is famous for its massive runs of wild Pacific salmon, thriving populations of leopard rainbow trout, and a setting so remote that it’s only accessible by bush plane or boat. Joining us are Dave Pishko and Sawyer Keener of Outpost on the Nush, a small, wil... | 1h 14m 47s | ||||||
| 3/10/25 |  Episode 70 - TIM & JOANNE LINEHAN - Flyfishing the Waters of Northern Montana with Linehan Outfitting | Ask Us A Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, we visit the remote and rugged northwest corner of Montana, home to towering forests, wild rivers, and one of the most untouched fly fishing destinations in the West. Our guests today are Tim and Joanne Linehan, the husband-and-wife team behind Linehan Outfitting, a legendary operation that has spent the past 33 years guiding anglers on the Kootenai River and beyond. From humble beginnings — starting with a single drift boat and a dream in 1992... | 49m 52s | ||||||
| 2/24/25 |  Episode 69 - KRISTJÁN RAFNSSON - Fly Fishing Iceland | Ask Us A Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, we venture to the land of fire and ice, where towering volcanoes, glacial rivers, and gin-clear waters create one of the most stunning fly fishing landscapes on Earth. Joining host Jim Klug is Kristján Rafnsson, the founder and CEO of Iceland’s Fish Partner – the country’s premier fly fishing outfitter. What started as a side project for Kristjan more than a decade ago has grown into Iceland’s leading operation, managing 18 rivers, 40 lakes, an... | 51m 13s | ||||||
| 2/12/25 |  Episode 68 - KEN GANGLER - The "Canadian Grand Slam," Fishing in the Wilderness of Manitoba, and the Story Behind Legendary 'North Seal River Lodge' | Ask Us A Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, we head deep into the Canadian wilderness, where endless lakes, rivers, and untouched landscapes create one of North America’s most remote and pristine fly fishing destinations — Gangler’s North Seal River Lodge. Joining us is Ken Gangler, a pioneer in the Canadian outfitting industry and the driving force behind one of the most legendary lodges in the North. Located on a private 6-million-acre concession in northern Manitoba, Gangler’s offers ... | 57m 11s | ||||||
| 2/5/25 |  Episode 67 - CHERYL BASTIAN - Fishing Andros Island, the Evolution of Swains Cay Lodge, and the Challenges of Owning and Operating a Lodge in the Bahamian Out-Islands | Ask Us A Question! On this episode of WAYPOINTS, host Jim Klug sits down with Cheryl Bastian, the owner and founder of Swain’s Cay Lodge on Andros Island, Bahamas. As the leader of a 100% Bahamian-owned-and-operated fishing lodge, Cheryl has spent the past 16 years building one of the most well-known and respected operations in the Out Islands. We talk with Cheryl about how she built Swain’s Cay into a premier fishing destination, known for its hospitality, world-class bonefishing, and deep c... | 1h 06m 14s | ||||||
| 12/20/24 |  EPISODE 66 – BRIAN O’KEEFE - Navigating the Current State of Fly Fishing Travel – Tips, Trends, and Tales from a Lifetime on the Water | Ask Us A Question! In this captivating episode, we welcome back fly fishing legend Brian O’Keefe to discuss the ever-evolving world of fly fishing travel. With decades of experience as an angler, photographer, and industry icon, Brian shares his insights into the changing landscape of destination angling, from the after-effects of the pandemic to the latest travel trends shaping the sport. Host Jim Klug and Brian discuss how travel patterns have shifted across generations, and what it takes t... | 1h 34m 19s | ||||||
| 12/2/24 |  Episode 65 - CRAIG HAYES - The Story of Turneffe Flats and a Legacy of Conservation: Craig Hayes and Turneffe Atoll | Ask Us A Question! In this episode of WAYPOINTS, we dive into the remarkable conservation story of Turneffe Atoll, Belize's largest national marine reserve, with conservation pioneer Craig Hayes. As the founder of the renowned Turneffe Flats Lodge, Hayes has spent decades safeguarding this extraordinary ecosystem while establishing a model for sustainable eco-tourism. Discover how Turneffe Atoll's rich biodiversity—from thriving bonefish populations to mangrove-covered creeks—has become a glo... | 1h 06m 30s | ||||||
| 11/19/24 |  Episode 64 - BEN KURTZ – Designing Gear and Packing Solutions for the Traveling Angler | Ask Us A Question! In this episode of Waypoints, the focus is on technical gear and packing solutions for the traveling angler, with special guest Ben Kurtz, co-owner and President of Fishpond USA. Fishpond is a leading manufacturer of high-quality, packs, sustainable fly fishing travel solutions, and accessories designed for anglers who thrive on adventure, exploration, and the next great destination. The conversation delves into the evolution of luggage and gear construction, the most impor... | 43m 09s | ||||||
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