Episodes
59. Interview with Tom Rosenbauer of Orvis. The next generation of fly fishing. Teaching kids to fly fish. The future of fly fishing. And much more!
Oct. 10, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb converse with Mr. Tom Rosenbauer. Tom is the chief enthusiast for fly fishing outreach and education at Orvis. Tom has been with Orvis for over 40 years. During this time, he has taught thou…
6. Dad Challenges - Teaching our kids something new
Oct. 6, 2022
In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss how they handle teaching their kids something new. From riding a bike to casting a fly rod, it's always a challenge when teaching your kid something new. Please send us a m…
58. Interview with Bill Gammel. The essentials of fly casting. Falling in love with fly fishing through your dad. Fly fishing Texas. Finding Christ in the Outdoors.
Oct. 3, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Bill Gammel. We discuss: -Falling in love with fly fishing through trips with his dad -Fly fishing in southeast Texas -Finding Christ in the outdoors -Using stories to share the go…
5. Dad Challenges - Frustrations
Sept. 29, 2022
In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss how they handle frustrations from our kids because, let's be honest, as much as we love them, sometimes our kids can be sources of frustration. Shoot us a message at thedad…
57. Interview with Ryan Gouldsbarry of Risen Fly Fishing. Starting a fly fishing company. Keeping a family involved in the midst of business. Using your giftedness for God's glory.
Sept. 26, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview the founder of Risen Fly Fishing, Ryan Gouldsbarry. We discuss: -Staring a fly fishing company -making a family business about family -Keeping a family involved -Finding kid's str…
4. Dad Challenges - In The Car With The Kids
Sept. 22, 2022
In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss being in the car with the kids. They talk about some of their favorite games to play in the car, making the most of car rides, and more. Shoot us a message to let us know s…
56. Reid's Story. Being a dad amid uncertainty and suffering.
Sept. 19, 2022
In this episode, Joshua interviews Caleb about the story of his firstborn son Reid. Before Reid was even born, doctors knew there would be some abnormalities. Caleb shares his experience of being a dad amid uncertainty and s…
3. Dad Challenges - Playing Games with your kids. Do you let them win?
Sept. 15, 2022
In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss playing games with their kids. They talk about some of their favorite games to play with their kids and why they think games are such an excellent thing for time to spend w…
55. Interview with Wade Blevins and the story of the Sam's One Bug. Growing up in a fly fishing family, warm water fly fishing, creating one of the most versatile flies: The Sam's One Bug.
Sept. 12, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Wade Blevins and discuss: -Being a 4th generation fly fisherman -warm water fly fishing -tournament bass fishing -The Sam's One Bug story -The connection between father and son thr…
2. Dad Challenges - Watching Your Kids Perform/Play Sports
Sept. 8, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb challenge themselves to consider how we participate in our kids' sports and activities. They discuss conversations they think we should and shouldn't have with our kids after a game or event…
54. Interview with Jason Shemchuk of WadeOutThere. Jason's story of getting into fly fishing. Making family a priority. Fly Fishing Art. The Wadeoutthere story.
Sept. 5, 2022
In this interview Joshua and Caleb interview Jason Shemchuk of WadeOutThere. They discuss: -Jason's story of getting into fly fishing -Making fishing and family time a priority -"Fly fishing is special, but not elite" -The s…
1. Dad Challenges - Routines
Sept. 1, 2022
In the very first episode of its kind, Joshua and Caleb challenge themselves, and all you other dads out there, to think about the routines we have in our families. They discuss what works and doesn't work for them and ask f…
53. The Mistakes Episode. Early mistakes in fly fishing. Early Mistakes as a dad. Continuous mistakes in fly fishing. Continuous mistakes as a dad.
Aug. 29, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss some of their early and continuous mistakes as anglers and fathers. Things like: -going too fast on the water -getting too much gear that you never need -letting our anger get the be…
52. Interview with David Jacobson of O'Pros Fly Fishing. The 3rd Hand Rod Holder. Creating better fishing gear. Starting a small business with family. Fly fishing for carp in Wisconsin.
Aug. 22, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview David Jacobson of O'Pros Fly Fishing. David started a fly fishing gear company with his brothers in Wisconsin. In this episode, they discuss: -The 3rd handed rod holder -Moving fro…
51. Interview with Andrew McNeece of Bluff Line Media. Creating a Fly Fishing Media Channel. Telling stories through film. Fly Fishing in the Ozarks.
Aug. 15, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Andrew McNeece of Bluff Line Media. Andrew is the owner and lead creative at Bluff Line Media and an educator at Bentonville Schools. Since 2018, Andrew has produced many short fi…
50. Searching for Smallies and asking for help. Accomplishing our goal of catching smallmouth bass on the fly. Building a fly tying studio. Getting help with being a dad.
Aug. 8, 2022
In this episode: - Building and designing a fly tying/recording studio - Smallmouth bass fishing on the fly - Doing all the research on how to catch a fish and still coming up broke - Asking for help with fishing/parenting B…
49. A Podcasting Year In Review. Starting a podcast with no expectations, creating community, where it has brought us, and what's next for Dads On The Fly.
Aug. 1, 2022
In this episode, after reviewing some recent fishing adventures, Joshua and Caleb review their first year as a podcast. They discuss: -recent fly fishing adventures and the traveling fly box -starting a podcast with no expec…
48. Interview with Jacob Rash of The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Learning about trout from the expert, understanding NC trout regulations, how to take better care of trout in NC.
July 25, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down with Jacob Rash of the NCWRC. Jacob is the Coldwater Research Coordinator for NC, meaning he spends most of his time thinking about and working with trout. We discuss: -Jake's story…
47. Interview with Jesse Males of Backwater Fly Fishing. The Story of a Fly Fishing Fanatic, Raising Boys in the Jungle, Fishing in Costa Rica, Fly Tying Professionally, Creating Award-Winning Films.
July 18, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Jesse Males of Backwater Fly Fishing. They discuss: -Jesse's beginnings in the fly fishing industry, leaving the normal to embrace the unknown. -Living and starting a fly fishing g…
46. What really matters on a fishing trip? A 10 year old's first trip to the GSMNP and Mom takes a trip on the boat.
July 11, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap some of their most recent fly fishing adventures and interview some special people in their life. They discuss: -What really matters on a fishing trip. -Taking Foster (Joshua's 10-year…
45. Recapping Vacation with the Dads. Kids catching their first fish. Fly fishing and tying adventures. Intentional moments with the kids.
June 27, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap their recent family vacation with the entire Simmons clan. They discuss: -How they vacation a little different than most people. -Fly fishing right in the middle of a local park -Kids …
44. Interview with Steve Haigh of The Destination Angler Podcast. The greatest fishing around North America. Fishing with kids. Starting a podcast. Connecting Fishing with Faith.
June 20, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Steve Haigh of the Destination Angler Podcast. They cover the following topics: - Starting a podcast. - Fishing with kids. - Getting started in fly fishing - Great stories of conve…
43. How to choose the right fly. Fly tying update. Vacation plans and resting this summer.
June 13, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb sit down together to discuss the following: - reviewing some of their recent adventures in some of their favorite local streams (including seeing a hellbender) -Choosing the right fly. Our t…
42. Interview with Cameron Booth of Tailwalkers Adventure Company. Journeying through professional golf and fly fishing. Resiliency on the water and in life.
June 6, 2022
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Cameron Booth of Tailwalkers Adventure Company. Cameron grew up loving fishing and then became a professional golfer. Through his travels in golf and chasing fish along the way, he…