Episodes

81. Saying yes to spur of the moment events with your kids. Buying your kids first fly fishing gear. Chasing smallmouth on the fly.

March 20, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down to talk about their recent adventures with their families and on the river. They discuss: -Joshua's spur-of-the-moment trip to watch UK basketball with his family -Caleb buying his …

80. Joe Monaghan founder of Angler's Coffee. When passions collide - coffee and fly fishing.

March 13, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with Joe Monaghan, the founder of Angler's Coffee. Angler's Coffee knows that a great day on the river can't start without a great cup of coffee to fuel the day. After "retiring" fr…

79. Eric Camfield of Altar Fly Fishing. From professional baseball to ministry to hosting fly fishing retreats. Merging faith and fly fishing into a common stream.

March 6, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Eric Camfield the founder of Altar Fly Fishing. Altar's mission is to guide people to live a greater life with God, themselves, and the most valued relationships through life-shapi…

78. New rods, ugly flies, and beautiful places. Joshua and Caleb discuss a recent fishing trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Feb. 27, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss a recent fly-fishing trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to try out two new rods and rigs. Exploring new modes of fly fishing often seems intimidating, but after being gi…

77. Ian and Charity Rutter of R&R Fly Fishing. Falling for each other and for fly fishing. Stories of kids in the outdoors. Fishing the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Feb. 20, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Ian and Charity Rutter of R&R Fly Fishing. Ian has been an avid fly fisherman since the early 1990s and has been guiding since 1995. He is one of the most sought-after guides in th…

76. Bryan Gill and Brad Hill of The Storied Outdoors. The power of stories. The surprisingly good fly fishing in Alabama. Why having good friends is so important. Time with kids in the outdoors.

Feb. 13, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb collaborate with Bryan Gill and Brad Hill of The Storied Outdoors podcast. The Storied Outdoors is a podcast between Lewis and Tolkien and Lewis and Clark. Bryan and Brad interview guests an…

75. Jeff Coffey of Zoe Angling Group. Transforming lives by creating sustainable employment in the fly fishing industry for exploited individuals. Saying yes even when it seems crazy.

Feb. 6, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb dive deep into the story of the Zoe Angling group with founder and CEO Jeff Coffey. Zoe Angling Group has been growing since 2014, beginning with the core values of employee empowerment, eth…

74. The Moms on the Fly: Laura and Sally Simmons. The wives' perspective on attending a fly fishing festival, podcasting, fly fishing, and more. A game of "Name That Fly Fishing Item."

Jan. 30, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb converse with their wives, Laura and Sally Simmons. There is a lot of laughter and fun in this episode as they discuss: -Recapping their Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival trip -Funny st…

73. Dylan Tomine: Author, Patagonia ambassador, fly-fish bum, and father. The evolution of a fly fisherman. Conservation and how every angler can be involved. The evolution of a fly fishing dad.

Jan. 23, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation with Dylan Tomine. Dylan is a writer, Patagonia ambassador, fly-fishing fanatic, and father. We discuss: -Dylan's beginnings in fly fishing -Dylan's books and writings ab…

72. Taylor Klarman of River Run Angling. Finding solace in East Tennessee. Always learning in fly fishing. The challenges of being a new dad. Finding healing on the water.

Jan. 16, 2023

Joshua and Caleb interview Taylor Klarman of River Run Angling in this episode. Taylor is a fairly new fly fishing guide in east Tennessee and a brand new dad. He has traveled all over the world in the military and has fishe…

71. Zach Pope of TroutRoutes. Creating the #1 Trout Fishing App and tips for dads getting their kids on the water.

Jan. 9, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb converse with Zachary Pope, the Founder and CEO of TroutRoutes. TroutRoutes is the ultimate guide to trout streams. Designed by avid anglers to include everything you need to discover and ex…

70. Jess Westbrook of The Mayfly Project. Finding healing on the river. The story of The Mayfly Project.

Jan. 2, 2023

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Jess Westbrook of The Mayfly Project. The Mayfly Project is a nonprofit organization that uses fly fishing as a catalyst to mentor children in foster care. Their mission is to supp…

69. Looking Back & Looking Ahead. 2022 in review. What lies ahead for DadsOnTheFly in 2023.

Dec. 19, 2022

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss the past year and then look ahead to 2023. They discuss: -past several months of episodes and our takeaways -2022 goals achieved -2022 goals not achieved -2023 goals -2023 plans for …

68. Beau Beasley: Author, Fly Fishing Festival Director, Former Firefighter and Paramedic. Getting hooked on fly fishing. Writing on fly fishing. Helping others through fly fishing. Hosting festivals.

Dec. 12, 2022

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb have a conversation with Beau Beasley. Beau is the Festival Director of the Virginia Fly Fishing & Wine Festival and the Texas Fly Fishing & Brew Festival. He previously served 30 years as a…

67. Brian Guengerich and David Moore of Rent This Rod. The importance of fishing buddies. Creating a Fly Fishing rental company. Stories of kids on the water.

Dec. 5, 2022

In today's episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with the owners of Rent This Rod, Brian Guengerich and David Moore. We discuss: -David and Brian's introductions to fly fishing -How a fishing buddy impacts your experience of le…

66. Matthew Carter of Orvis Greenville. Creating a community of anglers. Chasing authenticity as people and anglers. Getting kids on the water.

Nov. 28, 2022

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Matthew Carter from the Orvis Greenville, SC location. We discuss: -Matthew's beginnings in fly fishing -The importance of fishing buddies when learning to fly fish -The Orvis Gree…

65. The 2022 Fly Fishing Wish List

Nov. 21, 2022

Just in time for holiday shopping, Joshua and Caleb take some time to discuss some items that you might want to include in your Christmas lists. However, this list isn't like other fly fishing wish lists. We leave out the es…

64. Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather. Falling in love with fly tying. Debunking the "fly fishing industry." Teaching others fly fishing and tying. Keeping fly fishing fun.

Nov. 14, 2022

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather. Tim Cammisa started trout and Feather with a simple mission: Fly Fishing and Fly Tying for everyone. Tim has created a great video base of tips, t…

63. Shannon Young of the Maggie Valley Fly Shop. Opening a brand new fly shop in WNC. Getting started Euro Nymphing. Getting kids on the water.

Nov. 7, 2022

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb talk with Shannon Young, owner of the Maggie Valley Fly Shop located in the heart of Maggie Valley, NC. They discuss: -Shannon's journey from bass fishing to trout on the fly -Opening a new …

62. Hunter Leavine of Captains Collective. Growing up in the outdoors. Getting sick for fly fishing. Saltwater fishing and the culture. The Captains Collective Story. When our identity is crushed.

Oct. 31, 2022

In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Hunter Leavine, podcast host at Captains Collective, pastor, husband, and father. They discuss: -Hunter's early beginnings in the outdoors and getting obsessed with sight fishing a…

61. Interview with Peter Stitcher of Ascent Fly Fishing. Bug Biology, The Ascent Story, Family and Faith on the water.