Saltwater Edge Podcast - Sharing Our Passion For Saltwater Fishing

From Albie Snax to 14-Inch Spooks: Lure Design with Alex Peru

Alex Peru invented one of the most versatile lures in Northeast saltwater fishing — the Albie Snax — and he did it by asking a question nobody else was asking: how do you

Pete Utschig — Florida's Surf, Bluefin from the Rocks, and Fish Worth Traveling For

Pete Utschig — the surfcaster behind Phase Gear, Project Magic Hour, and the Surfcasters documentary series — sits down with Peter Jenkins in Newport, two weeks into his

Chris Bishop of Yo-Zuri: Mag vs. Hydro, Darter Tactics & Northeast Colors

Peter sits down with Chris Bishop, VP of Sales & Marketing at Yo-Zuri, during his annual June swing through New England. A 15-year company veteran and obsessive angler (s

The Rest of the Story: Rhode Island's Bonito & False Albacore Decision with Tony Friedrich

Tony Friedrich of the American Saltwater Guides Association returns to break down a disappointing loss: Rhode Island DEM's rejection of common-sense bonito and false alba

Phase Gear's Pete Utschig on FDNY, Surf Casting, and Outsider Thinking in Fishing Apparel

Pete Utschig spent 22 years with the New York City Fire Department before retiring to chase fish full-time. Today he's the founder of Phase Gear — a technical apparel com

The Truth About Rhode Island Squid Fishing | Tactics, Timing & Gear - Captain Greg Vespe

In this episode of The Saltwater Edge Podcast, Peter sits down with Captain Greg for an in-depth conversation about one of Rhode Island's most iconic spring fisheries: sq

Kayak Striper Masterclass with Eric Harrison: Big Bass, Soft Plastics and Tidal Strategy

In this episode of the Saltwater Edge Podcast, we sit down with Eric Harrison, one of the Northeast's most respected kayak anglers. Eric has spent over 20 years chasing f

The Last 40 Feet: Capt. Ben Whalley on Fly Design, Presentation, and Problem Solving

What matters more in fly fishing: the pattern, or the presentation? In this episode, we sit down with Maine guide and highly regarded fly tyer Capt. Ben Whalley to talk

John Field on Fly Casting Mastery: Less False Casting, Better Loops, More Fish

What separates good fly anglers from great ones? In this episode, we sit down with John L. Field, author, conservationist, and FFI Master Casting Instructor, ahead of the

Dan Wells: Cracking the Night Game — Estuaries, Big Flies, and Strategic Striper Fishing

In this episode, we sit down with analytical angler Dan Wells for one of the most detailed breakdowns of nighttime striper fly fishing you'll ever hear. Dan combines mili

Roy Leyva on 500+ Species, World-Record Koi, and the "Why" Behind Every Bite

Roy Leyva joins The Saltwater Edge to unpack a lifetime of fishing across fresh and salt. We talk Boston roots, 500-plus species, world-record catches from Jamaica Pond,

The Fall Fishing Roundtable — Striped Bass, Albies & Sharks

The Saltwater Edge crew sits down to recap the 2025 season — from surfcasting for bass and flipping kayaks chasing albies, to tuna trips and tropical fish in Rhode Island

Curiosity, Conservation, and Catching More: Captain Cody Rubner of High Roller Guide Service

In this episode of the Saltwater Edge Podcast, we sit down with Captain Cody Rubner—guide, conservationist, and one of the most dynamic voices in saltwater fishing. Based

The True Value of a Fish: Economics of Recreational Fishing with Dr. Ben Meadows

In this episode of the Saltwater Edge Podcast, we welcome Dr. Ben Meadows—fisheries economist, conservationist, and passionate redfish angler—for a fascinating dive into

Surfcasting Alphas: Pete Utschig on Big Fish, Tides, and Tactical Preparation

In this episode, Pete Utschig returns to the Saltwater Edge Podcast to talk surfcasting strategy, big fish mindset, and the lifelong pursuit of "alpha" predators. From hi

Captain Brian Kelly - Bunker School Strategy: Lures, Spoons & Flies

In this episode of the Saltwater Edge Podcast, host Peter Jenkins sits down with Captain Brian Kelly, a New England light tackle and fly fishing guide with deep knowledge

Tammy King: Surfcasting, Island Life, and Building a Fishing Community

Tammy King: Surfcasting, Island Life, and Building a Fishing Community | Saltwater Edge Podcast In this episode of the Saltwater Edge Podcast, we're joined by Tammy Kin

Ralph Craft: Saltwater Fishing and Strong Communities

In this podcast episode, Peter Jenkins, owner of the Saltwater Edge, hosts Ralph Craft from Crafty One Customs. Ralph shares his journey into fishing and rod building, th

Ross Kessler - Planning Your DIY Bonefish Trip

Bonefishing is one of the most thrilling saltwater experiences an angler can have, and planning a DIY trip adds an extra layer of challenge and reward. Whether you're hea

Elliott Thomas - The Evolution of 247 Lures

For over a decade, 24/7 Lures has been a staple in the world of custom wooden fishing lures, crafting high-quality, small-batch plugs designed for serious surf casters. I