Orlando (@norcalkat) calls in to discuss striper fishing on the west coast, why swimbaits are more popular in CA than NY, his plug making process and more.

Orlando (@norcalkat) calls in to discuss striper fishing on the west coast, why swimbaits are more popular in CA than NY, his plug making process and more.

Ep. 49 - West Coast Stripers

Capt. John McMurray, a renowned conservationist and seasoned saltwater fishing guide from NYC, weighs in on the topic of whales dying in great numbers in the Northeast. Over the past six months, an abnormal amount of whales have perished and no one's sure why, but one thing everyone can agree on is that it isn't normal.

Capt. John McMurray, a renowned conservationist and seasoned saltwater fishing guide from NYC, weighs in on the topic of whales dying in great numbers in the Northeast. Over the past six months, an abnormal amount of whales have perished and no one's sure why, but one thing everyone can agree on is that it isn't normal.

Ep. 48 - Whale Talk

Bill Wetzel

Bill Wetzel joins us to discuss the 22’ Striper run, UFO sightings while surf fishing, when to use bucktails vs. plugs and more!

Bill Wetzel joins us to discuss the 22’ Striper run, UFO sightings while surf fishing, when to use bucktails vs. plugs and more!

Ep. 47 - Bill Wetzel pt. 2

Greg Myerson

Greg Myerson achieved what many anglers dream of when he landed the world record striped bass. Since then he's published a book, caught stripers in the triple digits and landed a deal on Shark Tank with Mark Cuban. 

Greg Myerson achieved what many anglers dream of when he landed the world record striped bass. Since then he's published a book, caught stripers in the triple digits and landed a deal on Shark Tank with Mark Cuban.

Ep. 46 - Greg Myerson

For years, rumors have swirled around the infamous snakeheads of New York City. At one point they established a small population in Central Park, but were killed off by the DEC. Many thought they’d been eradicated and for a while, things went back to normal. However, the invasive species was quietly infesting another body of water within the five boroughs. And now it’s safe to say that they’re here to stay. Snakehead can survive frigid winters and grow upwards of 2 and a half feet, all while living in some of the grittiest conditions known to hold fish. Our next guest, Dennis Morano, caught the largest snakehead on record in NYC.

For years, rumors have swirled around the infamous snakeheads of New York City. At one point they established a small population in Central Park, but were killed off by the DEC. Many thought they’d been eradicated and for a while, things went back to normal. However, the invasive species was quietly infesting another body of water within the five boroughs. And now it’s safe to say that they’re here to stay. Snakehead can survive frigid winters and grow upwards of 2 and a half feet, all while living in some of the grittiest conditions known to hold fish. Our next guest, Dennis Morano, caught the largest snakehead on record in NYC.

Ep. 45 - NYC Snakeheads

Vance Zahorski, founder of Line Cutterz, explains how he turned an idea into a multi-million dollar brand. You might have seen him win a deal with Daymond John on Shark Tank, and you could be using his product without knowing he invented it. The brand he created continues to grow and we talk about how he made it happen. 

Vance Zahorski, founder of Line Cutterz, explains how he turned an idea into a multi-million dollar brand. You might have seen him win a deal with Daymond John on Shark Tank, and you could be using his product without knowing he invented it. The brand he created continues to grow and we talk about how he made it happen.

Ep. 44 - Line Cutterz

Brad Leone

From the kitchen to the ocean, Brad Leone is always pushing the limits. He's a world-famous chef, best-selling author and a longtime member of Brooklyn Fishing Club. You might have seen him cooking up some good eats on your TV and if you follow him on the gram then you already know he’s always outside. We discuss his rise to fame, how he prepares his catch, his new hobby of spearfishing and more.

From the kitchen to the ocean, Brad Leone is always pushing the limits. He's a world-famous chef, best-selling author and a longtime member of Brooklyn Fishing Club. You might have seen him cooking up some good eats on your TV and if you follow him on the gram then you already know he’s always outside. We discuss his rise to fame, how he prepares his catch, his new hobby of spearfishing and more.

Ep. 43 - Brad Leone

On this episode we’re taking a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, where Wes Brough, aka Cabo Surfcaster, was born and raised. He's spent his entire life fishing the beaches for giant roosterfish, cubera snapper and mahi mahi. He also caught the world record snook from the beach in extreme conditions, you don't want to miss this story!

On this episode we’re taking a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, where Wes Brough, aka Cabo Surfcaster, was born and raised. He's spent his entire life fishing the beaches for giant roosterfish, cubera snapper and mahi mahi. He also caught the world record snook from the beach in extreme conditions, you don't want to miss this story!

Ep. 42 - Cabo Surfcaster

Bill Dance

Before fishing channels on Youtube existed, Bill Dance was making waves by hosting and producing his own fishing videos for millions of viewers. He’s truly a legend and trailblazer who's inspired generations of anglers to follow their dreams and most of all, to have fun while doing it. 

Before fishing channels on Youtube existed, Bill Dance was making waves by hosting and producing his own fishing videos for millions of viewers. He’s truly a legend and trailblazer who's inspired generations of anglers to follow their dreams and most of all, to have fun while doing it.

Ep. 41 - Bill Dance

Mike Iaconelli

Our next guest, Mike Iaconelli, is a professional angler, a pioneer of urban fishing and the only angler in the history of the sport to win the Bassmaster Classic, Bassmaster Angler of the Year, and the B.A.S.S. Federation Nation Championship. We discuss how he balances life on the road vs. family life, why he's so competitive and more.

Our next guest, Mike Iaconelli, is a professional angler, a pioneer of urban fishing and the only angler in the history of the sport to win the Bassmaster Classic, Bassmaster Angler of the Year, and the B.A.S.S. Federation Nation Championship. We discuss how he balances life on the road vs. family life, why he's so competitive and more.

Ep. 40 - Mike Iaconelli

The BFC podcast focuses on the stories of our guests and how they achieved success in the sport of fishing. Our listeners enjoy tips &amp; tales from the best anglers on the planet and information on the history of our amazing sport. There's a new episode every Tuesday!

Captain Chris Gonzo has been fishing the waters around NYC since childhood, he's seen a lot over the years. Nothing could've prepared him for what he'd experience when he went out on an impromptu solo mission and found himself up against a giant bluefin tuna. In addition to this wild story we discuss sturgeon as a bycatch, fishing as a life skill and more.

Captain Chris Gonzo has been fishing the waters around NYC since childhood, he's seen a lot over the years. Nothing could've prepared him for what he'd experience when he went out on an impromptu solo mission and found himself up against a giant bluefin tuna. In addition to this wild story we discuss sturgeon as a bycatch, fishing as a life skill and more.

Ep. 39 - One Angler, One Bluefin

The Vice President of the Auburn University Bass Team, Sam Hanggi, discusses the finer details of what it takes to competitively fish on the college level, how to earn a scholarship for fishing, the high school scouting process and more. 

The Vice President of the Auburn University Bass Team, Sam Hanggi, discusses the finer details of what it takes to competitively fish on the college level, how to earn a scholarship for fishing, the high school scouting process and more.

Ep. 38 - How to Fish in College

Eduardo Tossato set out on a mission to win the infamous Surf Rats Ball this year and he did exactly that! On this episode he discusses what went into this endeavor and how he managed to pull off the win at the last second with a 50+ lb striper. 

Eduardo Tossato set out on a mission to win the infamous Surf Rats Ball this year and he did exactly that! On this episode he discusses what went into this endeavor and how he managed to pull off the win at the last second with a 50+ lb striper.

Ep. 37 - Surf Rats Ball '22

This summer has seen high numbers of sharks cruising the beaches in the Northeast. Chris Stefanou has been catching everything from Great Whites to Hammerheads from shore in NY for almost a decade. Tune in to hear about his catches, conservation efforts, close calls and more. 

This summer has seen high numbers of sharks cruising the beaches in the Northeast. Chris Stefanou has been catching everything from Great Whites to Hammerheads from shore in NY for almost a decade. Tune in to hear about his catches, conservation efforts, close calls and more.

Ep. 36 -  L.I. Sharkman

Paul Dixon

World renowned fly fisherman and pioneer, Captain Paul Dixon, joins us to discuss striped bass conservation, the art of flats fishing and the 51" striper he recently caught and released. 

World renowned fly fisherman and pioneer, Captain Paul Dixon, joins us to discuss striped bass conservation, the art of flats fishing and the 51" striper he recently caught and released.

Ep. 35 - Captain Paul Dixon

Tim Reagan

Tim Reagan, an avid angler and drone pilot, joins us to discuss some of the content he's captured over the past few years. You might know him from IG as @southforksalt if you haven't seen his footage you need to check it out.

Tim Reagan, an avid angler and drone pilot, joins us to discuss some of the content he's captured over the past few years. You might know him from IG as @southforksalt if you haven't seen his footage you need to check it out.

Ep. 34 - Tim Reagan

Captain Mike LaRussa went out for a casual day of seabass fishing when he unexpectdedly ended up in a battle with a massive swordfish, all within sight of land. This story is almost unbelieveable, you'll have to hear it for yourself to believe it!

Captain Mike LaRussa went out for a casual day of seabass fishing when he unexpectdedly ended up in a battle with a massive swordfish, all within sight of land. This story is almost unbelieveable, you'll have to hear it for yourself to believe it!

Ep. 33 - Seabass & Swordfish

Valentine Thomas

World renowned spearfishing legend, Valentine Thomas, joins us to discuss a variety of topics. We delve into her story, misconceptions about sustainability, how to train for spearfishing, advice for young women and more. 

World renowned spearfishing legend, Valentine Thomas, joins us to discuss a variety of topics. We delve into her story, misconceptions about sustainability, how to train for spearfishing, advice for young women and more.

Ep. 32 - Valentine Thomas

If you don’t know who Bob the Garbageman is, you’re about to find out. This legendary bunker chunker has a lot to say when it comes to stripers, surfcasters, social media and more. This episode is uncensored, parental advisory strongly suggested. 

If you don’t know who Bob the Garbageman is, you’re about to find out. This legendary bunker chunker has a lot to say when it comes to stripers, surfcasters, social media and more. This episode is uncensored, parental advisory strongly suggested.

Ep. 31 - Bob the Garbageman

For the first time in the history of NYC fishing we’ve become the bluefin tuna capital of the Atlantic Coast! Follow @nycfishing on IG for all things related to the BFC podcast. 

For the first time in the history of NYC fishing we’ve become the bluefin tuna capital of the Atlantic Coast! Follow @nycfishing on IG for all things related to the BFC podcast.

Ep. 30 - Tuna Talk

Guests are top notch!  I could listen for hours!

More episodes please!

just started listening and loving it so far!

really informative and great convos

Brooklyn Fishing Club Podcast

John Skinner

On this episode we speak with surf legend John Skinner about a variety of topics including his history, tactics for fluke &amp; striped bass, the story behind his state record false albacore and more.

On this episode we speak with surf legend John Skinner about a variety of topics including his history, tactics for fluke &amp; striped bass, the story behind his state record false albacore and more.

Ep. 9 - John Skinner

Alberto Knie

Alberto Knie returns to the podcast for an intimate discussion on his personal life, significant events that influenced him and the struggles he endured to become one of, if not the best, anglers to ever fish from the Northeast.

Alberto Knie returns to the podcast for an intimate discussion on his personal life, significant events that influenced him and the struggles he endured to become one of, if not the best, anglers to ever fish from the Northeast.

Ep. 15 - The Story of Alberto Knie

Doc Muller

Doc Muller joins us on this episode to discuss fishing, life, his experiences in the surf and more. If you love to fish you'll love this episode.

Doc Muller joins us on this episode to discuss fishing, life, his experiences in the surf and more. If you love to fish you'll love this episode.

Ep. 16 - Doc Muller

This episode features two larger than life members of the Brooklyn Fishing Club, Mishka Bobishka and Dennis Morano. We discuss the craziness of fishing in NYC, fishing on a budget, lots of ridiculous stories and have a ton of laughs. 

This episode features two larger than life members of the Brooklyn Fishing Club, Mishka Bobishka and Dennis Morano. We discuss the craziness of fishing in NYC, fishing on a budget, lots of ridiculous stories and have a ton of laughs.

Ep. 8 - Characters Welcome

Captain Rudy &amp; Captain Frank are back by popular demand to tell a few more of their unbelievable fishing stories, their opinions on certain fish populations, and their endless amount of knowledge in regards to fishing the waters of NYC. 

Captain Rudy &amp; Captain Frank are back by popular demand to tell a few more of their unbelievable fishing stories, their opinions on certain fish populations, and their endless amount of knowledge in regards to fishing the waters of NYC.

Ep. 6 - NYC Fishing Legends pt.2

One of the greatest surf anglers to ever fish the Northeast, Bill Wetzel joins us to talk about his rise to success, stories from the surf (including near-death experiences), his opinions on the new striped bass regulations and more. 

One of the greatest surf anglers to ever fish the Northeast, Bill Wetzel joins us to talk about his rise to success, stories from the surf (including near-death experiences), his opinions on the new striped bass regulations and more.

Ep. 21 - Bill Wetzel pt. 1

When you've been in the game as long as Captain Frank and Captain Rudy, you're bound to have some unbelievable stories. Join us as these legendary captains recount their decades in the NYC fishing scene. This episode is packed with endless historic knowledge, frightening tales of tragedies at sea, trolling techniques and more.

When you've been in the game as long as Captain Frank and Captain Rudy, you're bound to have some unbelievable stories. Join us as these legendary captains recount their decades in the NYC fishing scene. This episode is packed with endless historic knowledge, frightening tales of tragedies at sea, trolling techniques and more.

Ep. 4 - NYC Fishing Legends pt.1

Fred Waitzkin

On this episode we’re joined by renowned author and angler Fred Waitzkin (“Searching for Bobby Fischer”). He joins us to discuss his new novel “Deep Water Blues,” the process that went into writing it and more. He also shares memorable fishing stories including one fish that got away that still haunts him to this day.

On this episode we’re joined by renowned author and angler Fred Waitzkin (“Searching for Bobby Fischer”). He joins us to discuss his new novel “Deep Water Blues,” the process that went into writing it and more. He also shares memorable fishing stories including one fish that got away that still haunts him to this day.

Ep. 18 - Fred Waitzkin

George Scocca

George Scocca joins us to discuss how he brought fishing to the internet before anyone else thought to do so. He owned and operated the first ever online fishing forum, Noreast.com, and it became the most successful online fishing forum on the planet. He’s also someone who’s deeply involved in striped bass conservation. This episode has some great stories, including one involving an altercation with Billy Joel on the beach. Tune in and let us know what you think by leaving a comment. 

George Scocca joins us to discuss how he brought fishing to the internet before anyone else thought to do so. He owned and operated the first ever online fishing forum, <a href="http://Noreast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Noreast.com</a>, and it became the most successful online fishing forum on the planet. He’s also someone who’s deeply involved in striped bass conservation. This episode has some great stories, including one involving an altercation with Billy Joel on the beach. Tune in and let us know what you think by leaving a comment.

Ep. 17 - George Scocca

This episode features two of the original members of the BFC. Born and raised in the 5 boroughs, Frank and Dick have been fishing here for their entire lives. They mainly fish from shore, during this session we discuss tactics for fresh and saltwater, memorable catches and share funny stories. 

This episode features two of the original members of the BFC. Born and raised in the 5 boroughs, Frank and Dick have been fishing here for their entire lives. They mainly fish from shore, during this session we discuss tactics for fresh and saltwater, memorable catches and share funny stories.

Ep. 10 - Land Based Urban Fishing

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