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The Sustainable Angler

Rick Crawford

85 episodes

11 hours ago

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with Belvin Olasov, Director of the Charleston Climate Coalition, a grassroots organization of passionate Lowcountry citizens working to accelerate local climate solutions through creativity, compassion, and community action. We dive deep into the Coalition’s incredible work — from developing Climate Action Plans for the Town of James Island and Charleston County, to building rain gardens, planting native species, and advocating for better...

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In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with Belvin Olasov, Director of the Charleston Climate Coalition, a grassroots organization of passionate Lowcountry citizens working to accelerate local climate solutions through creativity, compassion, and community action. We dive deep into the Coalition’s incredible work — from developing Climate Action Plans for the Town of James Island and Charleston County, to building rain gardens, planting native species, and advocating for better...

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EP 85. Fighting for the ACE Basin: Stopping the Methane Megaproject with Belvin Olasov

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with Belvin Olasov, Director of the Charleston Climate Coalition, a grassroots organization of passionate Lowcountry citizens working to accelerate local climate solutions through creativity, compassion, and community action. We dive deep into the Coalition’s incredible work — from developing Climate Action Plans for the Town of James Island and Charleston County, to building rain gardens, planting native species, and advocating for better...

11 hours ago

1 hour

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EP 84. Action Is the Antidote to Despair: Charlotte Ward on Climate Hope

In this inspiring episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with Charlotte Ward, Communications and Media Manager at Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) — the “best lobbyists money can’t buy.” Charlotte shares how CCL empowers everyday citizens to meet with members of Congress, build bipartisan support for climate solutions, and advance policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions — including clean energy permitting reform and the Fix Our Forests Act. We dive into the power of storytelling in ...

2 weeks ago

57 minutes

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EP 83. Craig Mathews on Pheasant Tail Simplicity, 1% for the Planet, and Why Giving Back Is Good for Business

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with legendary angler, author, conservation advocate, and 1% for the Planet co-founder Craig Mathews. Craig recently co-authored a new book with Mauro Mazzo and Yvon Chouinard called Pheasant Tail Simplicity — a reflection on the lessons learned from a lifetime of fly fishing, fly tying, and protecting the wild places we love. Craig shares the inspiring story behind how he and Yvon started 1% for the Planet, and how giving back isn’t just ...

1 month ago

59 minutes

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EP 82. Action Alert! Redfish Regulations with Scotty Davis from ASGA

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with Scotty Davis from the American Saltwater Guides Association to discuss critical changes looming over our redfish fishery. South Carolina and Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources is considering lowering the Spawning Potential Ratio (SPR) for redfish from 40% to 30%—a move that would forever compromise the health and recovery of this iconic species. Scotty explains what’s at stake, why keeping the 40% SPR is essential, and how outd...

1 month ago

22 minutes

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EP 81. Preserving Ancient Forests & Wetlands with National Geographic Photographer Mac Stone

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with National Geographic photographer, and TED speaker, and Executive Director of Naturaland Trust, Mac Stone to talk about the power of imagery in protecting wild places. Mac and I go back to 2008, when we first met working at the A Bar A Ranch in Wyoming, and we trace his journey from field biologist in the Everglades and Francis Beidler National to globally recognized storyteller. We dive into: How photography shaped public opinio...

1 month ago

1 hour 15 minutes

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EP 80. How Nature Makes Us Healthier, Happier & Smarter with Dr. Susan Johnson

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, host Rick Crawford welcomes Dr. Susan Johnson, founder of Nature at Work, a statewide initiative in South Carolina dedicated to connecting healthier people with healthier places through nature. Rick and Susan explore the healing power of the outdoors—from kayaking the Lowcountry’s salt marshes to research showing how hospital patient outcomes improve when they have views of nature. Together, they discuss how spending just minutes outside can lower st...

2 months ago

52 minutes

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EP 79. Upcycling Kayaks Into Sunglasses with Dylan Coates and Stephen Vaughan from Hobie Eyewear

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with Dylan Coates and Stephen Vaughan from Hobie Eyewear to talk about one of the most innovative sustainability stories in the fishing industry. Hobie Eyewear is transforming waste into value by upcycling leftover plastic from Hobie kayak manufacturing into their best-selling Hobie Hull sunglasses. The process is simple but brilliant: grind down kayak manufacturing scraps into pellets, then mold them into durable, floatable sunglass frame...

2 months ago

51 minutes

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EP 78. Monte Burke on Fishing with Legendary Anglers, Conservation & the Power of Storytelling

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with New York Times Best-Selling writer Monte Burke, author of Lords of the Fly and his latest book, Rivers Always Reach the Sea. Monte shares unforgettable stories of fishing with icons like Captain Steve Huff, Lefty Kreh, Andy Mill, and Yvon Chouinard, while reflecting on the deep connection between storytelling, fly fishing, and conservation. We talk Atlantic Salmon, wild adventures in Patagonia, and how the written word can inspire act...

3 months ago

56 minutes

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EP 77. The Power of Honest Sustainability Storytelling with Ali Wines

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, host Rick Crawford sits down with Ali Wines, founder of Uncommon Ground Communications and former Executive Director of Protect Our Winters Canada, to explore the critical role of storytelling in sustainability and climate communications. Ali shares her inspiring journey from practicing law to becoming a leading voice in climate action and communications. We discuss how authentic, transparent, and data-driven storytelling helps brands build trust, av...

3 months ago

42 minutes

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EP 76. Josh "Bones" Murphy — Storytelling to Save the Planet

In this special episode of The Sustainable Angler, I sit down with filmmaker, fisheries biologist, and master storyteller Josh “Bones” Murphy. You might recognize his powerful work in Artifishal, Purple Mountains, and The Scale of Hope—films that challenge the status quo and advocate for a deeper connection between people and planet. We explore how stories help us make sense of the world, Josh’s evolution as a filmmaker at Liars and Thieves, and the inspirations behind his new nonprofit, Land...

4 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

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EP 75. Bonus Episode: The Rise of Sustainability Regulations – What Brands Need to Know

In this special bonus episode of The Sustainable Angler, host Rick Crawford is joined by James Pollack, attorney at Marten Law, to unpack the rapidly evolving world of sustainability regulations. From PFAS restrictions and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws to SEC and California's climate-related disclosures and the crackdown on green marketing claims, this episode offers a high-level overview of the regulatory forces reshaping business. Whether you're a brand selling into retail, a ...

4 months ago

59 minutes

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EP 74. The Rise of Sustainability Regulations: Green Marketing Claims with James Pollack

In Part 4 of The Rise of Sustainability Regulations series, host Rick Crawford sits down with environmental lawyer James Pollack of Marten Law to explore one of the most high-stakes topics in sustainability today: green marketing claims. With regulators, retailers, and consumers cracking down on greenwashing, how can brands in the fishing and outdoor industries talk about their sustainability efforts without getting into legal trouble? In this episode, we cover: What counts as greenwashing un...

4 months ago

54 minutes

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EP 73. The Rise of Sustainability Regulations: Climate-Related Disclosures with James Pollack

In this episode of The Sustainable Angler, we continue our Rise of Sustainability Regulations series with a timely conversation on climate-related disclosures featuring James Pollack, environmental attorney at Marten Law. With new regulations like the SEC’s climate disclosure rule and California’s SB 253, SB 261, and AB 1305 taking effect, brands in the fishing and outdoor industries are under growing pressure to measure and report their greenhouse gas emissions. But what does that actually m...

5 months ago

51 minutes

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EP 72. The Rise of Sustainability Regulations: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) with James Pollack

In Part 2 of our special series The Rise of Sustainability Regulations, host Rick Crawford is joined by environmental attorney James Pollack of Marten Law to unpack one of the most important—and misunderstood—emerging policies in the outdoor industry: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Packaging and Textiles. With states like California, Oregon, Maine, and Colorado rolling out EPR for Packaging laws, fishing and outdoor brands are now being held accountable for the environmental impac...

5 months ago

57 minutes

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EP 71. The Rise of Sustainability Regulations: PFAS with James Pollack

Welcome to a special 4-part series of The Sustainable Angler, where we tackle the most pressing sustainability regulations shaping the fishing and outdoor industries. Over the next four weeks, I’ll be joined by James Pollack, environmental and regulatory lawyer at Marten Law, to unpack what brands need to know about PFAS (forever chemicals), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and climate regulations. At Emerger Strategies, I help brands reduce costs, enhance reputation, and increase cust...

5 months ago

52 minutes

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EP 70. Public Lands Are Not for Sale: A Conversation with Land Tawney

In this powerful episode of The Sustainable Angler, we're diving deep into a topic close to my heart: America’s public lands. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to spend countless days camping, hiking, and fly fishing on these wild, beautiful landscapes. Public lands connect us with nature, fuel our $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy, and offer a spiritual refuge that’s becoming increasingly rare. But right now, they’re under serious threat. Some lawmakers, including Senator Lindsey Graham ...

6 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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EP 69. From Canvas to Camera: How Art and Film Shape Conservation with Paul Puckett & Hilton Graham

Hilton shares his extraordinary journey from political operative to documentary filmmaker after surviving cancer twice and receiving a life-changing stem cell transplant that he calls his "rebirth." This profound reset led him to abandon the pursuit of power for the authentic storytelling that now defines his award-winning films like "Tension" and "Father Nature." Meanwhile, Paul reveals how his lifelong obsession with drawing fish began in middle school and eventually became his artistic si...

7 months ago

1 hour 18 minutes

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EP 68. Gene Gilliland, National Conservation Director at B.A.S.S.

In this episode, we dive into the world of bass fishing with the Bass Angler Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.), the largest fishing organization in the world with over half a million members. Founded in 1968 by Ray Scott, B.A.S.S. has been a driving force behind professional bass fishing, youth involvement, and conservation efforts.I sit down with Gene Gilliland, who is a nationally renowned fisheries biologist and the National Conservation Director at B.A.S.S. to explore key challenges in bass fi...

8 months ago

54 minutes

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EP 67. Josh Jenkins, R&D Manager at Scientific Anglers

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Josh Jenkins, Research and Development Manager for Scientific Anglers, and we dive into an important topic: sustainable packaging. We’ll discuss the innovative steps Scientific Anglers has taken to reduce its environmental impact, the challenges and opportunities in moving toward more sustainable materials, and what this means for the future of the fly fishing industry.Thank you for tuning in—and Be sure to check out TheSustainableAngler.com for some sweet TS...

9 months ago

41 minutes

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EP 66. Rebecca Haynes, VP National Audubon Society

Did you know that South Carolina has a long history of conservation? In fact, conservation is baked into our constitution and Audubon South Carolina continues that legacy today by working with policy makers and land owners to support habitat conservation and restoration in our state with bird- and climate- friendly forestry. Additionally, Audubon South Carolina owns and manages 30,000 acres of land at Beidler Forest and Silver Bluff where they work on longleaf pine restoration, natural climat...

11 months ago

57 minutes