The Empty Stringers Podcast

The Edge Of The World

Just got home from Southern Louisiana. What a paradise. We had a great trip chasing bulls in shallow water marshes.

Back To School - For The Fish Too

This week we talk about what a weird year it's been in Galveston bay and how things are finally turning around.

Rob Schumske | Feather Flickers | The Trajectory of Our Fishery

What a pleasure it was to sit down with Rob Schumske. He is a veteran fly fisherman on in our Galveston Bay Complex. He and his wife Jen are putting on the Feather Flicke

Blown Shots | The Anatomy Of A Redfish

On this episode I recap last week's trip and then dive into the anatomy of a redfish. Their vision, hearing, lateral line and metabolism are all explored.

Bertha | Motor Maintenance | Bath Water

What will the effects of Bertha be on the marshes? Step by step guide to the annual motor service | Crazy high water temps in the back lakes.

I Was Wrong | Lower Unit - Lower Extremity | Love Note Gone Viral

I'm kind of all over the place this week. I correct a fact I got wrong about the MLLW, tell a story about dropping a lower unit on my foot and a note left on my windshiel

Blue Water On The Beachfront | Shrimp in The Marsh | Bones in Grand Cayman

We're all over the map today. I'll explain why the blue water shows up in the summer and how to pick your beachfront fishing window. I also recap my trip to Grand Cayman

Galveston Classic Recap

Well we stayed in the home waters and ate some crow. Caught a couple redfish but didn't get the finish we wanted.

Welcome To Summer|Lower Tides|New Bait Hatch

It looks like Summer is finally here!

Planning To Pre-fish For A Fly Tournament

Storm surge, Lots of rain run off. Muddy water. It must be time for a fly tournament.

Things I Won't Do | GRS Recap | Exploring A New Area | State Record Black Drum

Lots to cover this week. My 11 yr old son and I fished the Galveston Redfish Tournament in waters I hadn't ever been in. I also explored a new area in my scouting attempt

Choosing Location Using Salinity Levels

This week I recap a trip where we got shots at sheepshead, a big ugly, a bull red and a triple tail all in one morning. We'll also discuss the salinity maps and how I use

Cameras Are Bad Luck

It's action packed until you try to film things with a nice camera. This week we talk about getting skunked, fresh water run off and high tides.

Matagorda Island Skiff Trip II

We camped, fished, fought the wind, told campfire stories and had an overall blast.

Deciding Where to Fish | Packing Your Fears

This week we discuss how to decide where to stop and fish after not being on the water for a week or two. We also talk about the packing list for a multi-day skiff trip.

South East Texas Safari | Following Bread Crumbs

We made lemonade last week. Figuring out the grind one bite at a time.

Tips For The High Tide Grind

Water is up, fish are scattered, Spring is slow getting started. Let's talk about how to approach this season.

Wayne Griggs | Tournament Drama | Deep Water Crank Bait Tactics | Custom Painting Lures

This week I sat down with my buddy Wayne and we talked about all things redfish, from tournament drama to deep water tactics and his Diamond G Custom painted baits.

Skunked | Difficult Tournament Partner | No School In Session

What can I say? It's been a tough week. LOL

Where Not To Look | International Ferry | Approaching Schools

The redfish are fired up and schooling all over the marshes of Texas. Let's talk about where not to look and how to approach a school when you find it. We'll also talk