Episodes
Oct. 24, 2022
61. Interview with Peter Stitcher of Ascent Fly Fishing. Bug Biology, The Ascent Story, Family and Faith on the water.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb interview Peter Stitcher of Ascent Fly Fishing. They discuss: -life cycles of flies -"matching the hatch" -the story of Ascent Fly Fishing -Peter's journey of faith and healing on the water …
Oct. 20, 2022
8. Dad Challenges - Expectations
In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss our expectations for our kids. From expectations for fishing, sports, school, or whatever you do with your kids, it's important to create realistic expectations and communi…
Oct. 17, 2022
60. Finding Soul Rest On The River. Colorado Fly Fishing Recap.
In this episode, Joshua and Caleb recap some of their recent adventures, including: -The traveling fly box -Adventures behind the vise -Caleb's recent trip to Colorado -the difference between fishing in Colorado vs. WNC -dea…
Oct. 13, 2022
7. Dad Challenges - Be Present
In this challenge episode, Joshua and Caleb discuss being present with your kids. From learning what interests they have, like soccer and playing the piano. It's important to be intentionally present with your kids. Please s…
Oct. 10, 2022
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!
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…
Oct. 6, 2022
6. Dad Challenges - Teaching our kids something new
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…
Oct. 3, 2022
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.
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…
Sept. 29, 2022
5. Dad Challenges - Frustrations
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…
Sept. 26, 2022
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.
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…
Sept. 22, 2022
4. Dad Challenges - In The Car With The Kids
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…
Sept. 19, 2022
56. Reid's Story. Being a dad amid uncertainty and suffering.
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…
Sept. 15, 2022
3. Dad Challenges - Playing Games with your kids. Do you let them win?
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…
Sept. 12, 2022
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.
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…
Sept. 8, 2022
2. Dad Challenges - Watching Your Kids Perform/Play Sports
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…
Sept. 5, 2022
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.
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…
Sept. 1, 2022
1. Dad Challenges - Routines
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…
Aug. 29, 2022
53. The Mistakes Episode. Early mistakes in fly fishing. Early Mistakes as a dad. Continuous mistakes in fly fishing. Continuous mistakes as a dad.
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…
Aug. 22, 2022
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.
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…
Aug. 15, 2022
51. Interview with Andrew McNeece of Bluff Line Media. Creating a Fly Fishing Media Channel. Telling stories through film. Fly Fishing in the Ozarks.
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…
Aug. 8, 2022
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.
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…
Aug. 1, 2022
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.
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…
July 25, 2022
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.
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…
July 18, 2022
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.
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…
July 11, 2022
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.
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…