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January 17, 2025 55 mins

Welcome to the very first episode of Tapping Bottom with Johnny Jigs! The official SPJ podcast. In this introduction, we dive deep into the world of golden tilefish, kicking off with a discussion on the 2024 conservation regulations that reshaped fishing for this prized species.

 Learn about where these deep-water dwellers live (Golden Tilefish), the techniques needed to catch them, and the gear you’ll want to have on hand. Breaking down the essentials of slow-pitch jigging and deep dropping, including line strength, the best types of line to use, and common challenges anglers face.

 

Additionally, we tackle a hot debate in the fishing community: Benny Ortiz’s controversial stance on the effectiveness of 4-strand vs. 8-strand braid—don’t miss our take on the subject! Finally, we finish off the episode having relived our latest golden tile adventures, sharing highlights from trips with the Johnny Jigs crew and John’s unforgettable outing with Landshark Outdoors. This podcast is packed with tips, insights, and stories! Serving as an ultimate introduction to the exciting world of slow-pitch jigging and golden tile fishing.

 

Credits:

 

Video Production: [Johnny Jigs TV]

Host: [Johnny Steadham, Chris Doyle, Adam Eury]

Director: [Devin Butterfield]

Editing: [Devin Butterfield]

Research and Scripting: [John Steadham, Devin Butterfield, Adam Eury, Chris Doyle]

Thumbnail Design: [Devin Butterfield]

Location: [Pompano Beach]

Disclaimer: [No Angler Was Harmed In Making Of This Video]

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