Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/915

Presented by: Golden Fly Shop, TroutRoutes, Jackson Hole Fly Company.

A music producer doesn't usually end up building a fly fishing podcast—but that's exactly how Pablo Signori got started. What began as a side project during the pandemic turned into The Noob and the Knower, a show built around learning fly fishing from the ground up.

Instead of positioning himself as an expert, Pablo leaned into being a beginner and documented the process in real time. That approach not only shaped the podcast but also opened the door to travel, deeper learning, and a completely new path in fly fishing.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/914b

There's a stretch of the Midwest that a lot of anglers pass right by without ever realizing what's tucked into it. Beneath the farmland and rolling roads of the region sits one of the most underrated trout fisheries in the country. In this episode, John Van Vliet breaks down why the Driftless has become such a special place for anglers who love small streams, spring creeks, and big wild trout.

We get into the unique geology of the Driftless, why the region fishes so differently from freestone rivers, and how a creek that looks too small to hold fish can surprise you with a twenty-inch brown. John also shares practical tactics for approaching new water, finding fish faster, and fishing these clear creeks without blowing your chances.

This one is packed with useful takeaways whether you're planning your first trip to the Driftless or just want to become a better small stream angler.

914 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/914\

Presented by: AVC Rig, TroutRoutes, On DeMark Lodge

James Frakes and Jackson Birrell break down what they're doing with the Salmonfly Project, a nonprofit focused on tracking aquatic insect populations across the West. They talk about why bugs like salmonflies, stoneflies, and mayflies matter, and how they can show what's really happening in a river.

You'll also hear how habitat, water quality, and insect life all connect, and what anglers can do to pay attention and get involved.

They also touch on Bug Fest, coming up soon, where you can learn more and connect with the project in person.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/914

913 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/913

Presented by: Fly Fish with Me Utah, Togiak River Lodge, Golden Fly Shop

We're putting together the Ultimate Leech Guide with Landon Mayer and Phil Rowley. We break down when to use leeches, how to fish them, and why they work so consistently across different lakes.

We also dig into presentation tactics, leader setups, and the leech life cycle so you can better understand what fish are keying on.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/913

#912 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/912

Presented by: Yellowstone Teton Territory - Visit Idaho

In this episode on classic salmon fly tying, I sat down with Marvin Nolte, a guy who's been at the vise since the 1970s and has tied over 2,000 classic Atlantic salmon flies. We get into what it really takes to tie these patterns, why most people don't stick with it, and how a random Christmas gift turned into a decades-long obsession.

We also dig into one of the wildest stories in fly tying, the massive Granger collection, and what it says about craftsmanship, patience, and going deep into the details.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/912

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/911

Presented by: Yellowstone Teton Territory - Visit Idaho, Jackson Hole Fly Company, and Montana Fly Fishing Lodge.

Fly fishing travel isn't what it used to be. The easy trips are getting crowded, and the places that still feel untouched take a little more effort to reach.

In this episode, we get a real look at what that next level of travel looks like. Will Blair walks through two very different fisheries—the remote flats of the Bahamas and the wild rivers of Kamchatka—and explains how both are evolving right now.

This is a full-on fly fishing travel guide, from logistics to species to what actually matters once you get there.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/910B

Presented by: Fly Fish with me Utah

Most anglers walk right past good water without even knowing it.

In this episode, we're digging into how to find trout and turn refusals into eats with Mike O'Brien. He shares how guides break down a river in the first few minutes and what they look for before making a single cast.

We also get into why trout refuse flies that look perfect, and how small changes in your drift and position can turn those refusals into eats. Mike talks about reading trout behavior, spotting high percentage water, and making simple adjustments when things aren't working.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/910B

#910 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/910

Presented by: Drifthook Fly Fishing, Togiak River Lodge, Yellowstone Teton Territory - Visit Idaho

Sponsors: https://www.wetflyswing.com/sponsors

Jonathan Farmer from Midnight Sun Custom Flies shares how this camp blends the comfort of a lodge with the authenticity of a true Alaska steelhead camp. It's built for anglers who want to fish hard, learn more, and experience Alaska in the fall.

From swing techniques to river behavior to camp life, this one is packed with insight for anyone chasing chrome.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/910