Tom Rowland Podcast
Tom Rowland of Saltwater Experience Television finds interesting stories in Fishing, Hunting, Fitness and the Outdoors and brings them to you in ultra high-quality audio. Unhurried conversations with icons, up and comers and people doing amazing things outside. Text "PODCAST" to (305) 930-7346 to contact Tom directly with questions or show suggestions.
Episodes
July 9, 2025 • 75 mins
I have followed Mark Quartiano who is better known as Mark The Shark for a couple of years. To say that Mark is controversial is an understatement. Mark seems to relish the role as the bad boy of Sportfishing and referred to himself as the Darth Vader of Sportfishing.
This was interesting to me because he also seems to have a lot of kind of contrary opinions and actions to being the badboy. For example, Mark has no problem ki...
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July 2, 2025 • 64 mins
This week on the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Andy Strelcheck, NOAA's Southeast Regional Fisheries Administrator. We talked about everything from fisheries regulations to data collection methods.
Andy provided a ton of insight into how NOAA works with state agencies like the FWC, the challenges of managing both commercial and recreational fisheries, and even delved into the complexities of assessing the Southeas...
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June 25, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Captain David Cohen to discuss the intricacies of tarpon fishing in Miami.
David shares his experiences over seven years of full-time guiding, providing insights on how fishing has evolved and the techniques he's found most effective. From the importance of using the right hook and leader lengths to the invaluable role of a trolling motor, David offers a wealth of knowle...
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June 18, 2025 • 77 mins
In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Harley Van Henning, better known as Gnarley Harley, to delve into his unique journey into the world of fish printing.
Harley shares how his mother's formal art training influenced his creative path and how his love for the ocean and surfing shaped his artistic focus.
We discuss the intricate process of fish printing, the challenges of working with different species, an...
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June 11, 2025 • 79 mins
In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with international angler Leanne Powell, who recently set a world record for bass fishing. Leanne shares her intriguing journey into fishing, which began at a young age and became a serious pursuit after significant personal losses in 2015.
We discuss her life between the U.S. and the Middle East, her experiences with tournament fishing, and the unique challenges and triump...
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In this episode, I sit down with Captain Tony Young from Forever Young Charter Company, who recently completed the grueling Keys 100 race. We dive into Tony's inspiration to run a 100-mile race, his training regimen, and how he balances his demanding life as one of the top charter captains in the Florida Keys.
Tony shares the profound experiences and challenges he faced during the race and how ultrarunning has impacted his appr...
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May 28, 2025 • 71 mins
In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Enrique Zapata, a record-holder for multiple pull-up endurance challenges. Enrique opens up about his journey from battling serious health issues, including obesity, hypertension, and panic attacks, to transforming his life by breaking pull-up records.
He shares the physical and mental struggles he faced along the way, the inspiration he drew from David Goggins, and th...
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May 21, 2025 • 69 mins
Bill Golden, the founder of Golden Boat Lifts, shares his journey from moving to Florida in 1980 to building a global empire in the boat lift industry.
Bill discusses his innovative approach to manufacturing, his commitment to quality and customer service, and how he turned his initial experience with a welding machine into a successful business.
Highlights include his insights on industry challenges, the importance of list...
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May 7, 2025 • 80 mins
I sit down with Ryan Johnston, a fly fishing guide with 22 years of experience and the founder of Cast Hope. In this episode, Ryan shares his journey of guiding across Northern California, Idaho, and Montana while discussing the evolution of his career and the impact of the 'A River Runs through it' movie on the fly fishing industry.
We explore Ryan's inspiring work with Cast Hope, a nonprofit organization that uses fly fishing...
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April 30, 2025 • 84 mins
I sit down with Steve Kantner, famously known as the 'Land Captain'. Steve shares everything from his 30-year career as a fishing guide in South Florida to incredible stories of close encounters with wildlife, including an attack by a Florida panther.
From discussing the introduction and impact of exotic fish species to recounting memorable adventures on the Tamiami Trail, Steve's tales are both riveting and informative. If you're...
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April 23, 2025 • 65 mins
In this episode, I sit down with Emanuel Williams, an avid jet ski fisherman and social media creator, to discuss his unique journey in the fishing world.
Emanuel shares how his passion for fishing developed from childhood outings with his dad in Florida to adventurous deep-sea escapades on a SeaDoo.
We dive into his incredible experiences, including catching giant fish like swordfish and cobias, exploring The Bahamas, and navi...
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April 22, 2025 • 4 mins
In this episode, I prepare for an exciting fly fishing trip by respooling my reels with 70-pound hollow core line by Cortland.
I'll show you how to make the connection between the fly line and the backing using an eye splice and compare its strength against a Bimini twist.
We go through the step-by-step process to create an eye splice, then test its strength, reaching 53.7 pounds. Next, I demonstrate the Bimini twist, which max...
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April 16, 2025 • 83 mins
In this episode, I sit down with Rich Hernandez, founder of 'Do Hard Things 365' and an extraordinary athlete known for his mind-boggling physical feats.
We talk about his journey from an engineering and business career to influencing and inspiring others through extreme challenges like 3,000 consecutive pushups, a four-hour plank, and running the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim-to-rim.
Rich shares how David Goggins' book 'Can't Hurt M...
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April 15, 2025 • 2 mins
I'm embarking on an unforgettable trip to the Seychelles and facing the challenge of packing all my essentials into a combined weight of 44 pounds.
With a strict limit of 33 pounds for my flight from Mahe to Providence, I meticulously weigh and reweigh my gear, deciding what stays and what goes. Join me as I strategically pack my fishing rods, GoPro, and other must-haves, while making tough decisions to leave some items behind.
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April 9, 2025 • 64 mins
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Captain Chris Whitman, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water, returns to the show today. We dive deep into the ongoing efforts for Everglades restoration and the significant role anglers play in this movement.
We discuss the origins of Captains for Clean Water, the intricate political landscape impacting re...
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April 2, 2025 • 55 mins
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In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Captain Chris Whitman, co-founder of Captains for Clean Water, to discuss the urgent issues facing Florida's water systems and the birth of their impactful organization.
We delve into the history of policies leading to the degradation of the Evergla...
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March 26, 2025 • 85 mins
Today, we're diving into the world of trout fishing in Tennessee, North Carolina, and North Georgia with our fantastic guest, Jonathan from The Fly Box.
We'll talk about the trout opportunities on the South Holston and Watauga rivers, as well as Jonathan's journey from fishing in Northern California to guiding in Tennessee.
We'll cover different fishing techniques, managing client expectations, and why these rivers are special....
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March 25, 2025 • 1 min
On today's episode of How 2 Tuesday I dive deep into the most essential knots that any fisherman can learn and which are the fastest I can tie. Learning to tie knots fast is essential to catching the most fish, you never know when you will need a knot fast.
Watch now to enhance your skills and improve your fishing game! Don't forget to subscribe for more practical fishing tips and tutorials.
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March 19, 2025 • 125 mins
In this episode of the Tom Rowland Podcast, I sit down with Chris Fischer, the founder of OCEARCH, to delve into the incredible journey of uniting anglers and scientists for ocean conservation. From his early days hosting Offshore Adventures and Want to Go Fishing on ESPN to pivoting to groundbreaking shark research with OCEARCH, Chris shares his passion for ensuring future generations have abundant fish and thriving ecosystems.
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March 18, 2025 • 2 mins
On today's H2T I continue on my quest to make fishing wire less intimidating. We build off the haywire twist and learn the strongest ways to connect it to fluorocarbon. Watch and listen to find out how you can be the most successful fisherman you can be!
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