In this weeks episode I recap the 2021 International Masters Sailfish Tournament that took place, March 2-4. I caught about the tournaments unique format and scoring as well as share some tips and thoughts on success. Other topics include the Seaspircacy documentary and aftermath. Also the controversy surrounding the World Surf Leagues endorsement of 30x30 and the fallout from that.

This week, Chase recap's what it takes to go toe to toe with a Swordfish solo. The battle included losing multiple gaffs, a tangled leader and radioing in a friend for help at the end. The second half of the podcast is about Chase's recent trip on the Malolo research vessel as they hoped to deploying satellite tags in Swordfish and also deploy a new prototype SPOT tag in a Striped Marlin.

Im joined by Geoff Hersch, Owner/Operator of fishing vessel HOOKED, out of Dana Point. We discuss the Balboa Angling Club's 2020 Masters Billfish Tournament. Geoff captained the winning team this year and we discuss strategy, tactics and tournament techniques. I also force Geoff to relive his agonizing 2019 Deep Drop Swordfish season and recount his several near misses with the KING (Broadbill Swordfish).

Joined by Surge Vasquez and wife Bim, to recount their recent battle with a monster Swordfish. Surge already has a few big swords to his name in his short deep drop career, but the 440 is as big a rod and reel Sword as we've seen in recent memory. Enjoy the first hand recap on this memorable battle!

Captain Steve Lassley is a legend in Southern California. He has had success at all levels of his career. From starting out as a commercial fisherman at 17 to running the largest sport fishing fleet ever assembled. Get an insight into what it takes to build the winningest teams in saltwater fishing history from one of the greatest of all time. Success in fishing is not a matter a luck, rather it's long, long hours and preparation.

In this episode I'm joined by Michael Fowlkes, Executive Producer of the Inside Sportfishing television series. We talk about how he got into making a fishing show, the effects Covid-19 are having on the fishing world, deep drop swordfishing and his new project, The History of Sportfishing.

How can you know how old a white sea bass is? What can the sounds that white sea bass make when they’re spawning tell you? How does the sea bass population in a given area relate to squid nests in the area? Today’s episode focuses on White Seabass. Today’s guests are Chugey Sepulveda and Scott Albers of PIER, the Pfleger Institute of Environmental Research, who has appeared on this podcast previously. Listen in to hear today’s guest discuss commercial and recreational...

The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Fishing the worlds RICHEST fishing tournament. Getting tested for mercury and uranium from fish consumption and what it means. What’s it like to build your own boat? In this episode of The Offshore Explorer, Ryan Griffin shares his experience with designing and building his own boat –both the good parts and the bad parts, and would he do it again? Topics Discussed in This Episode● Ryan’s hair analysis for toxic metals ● Why big fish carry the ...

In this episode I sit down with Ryan Griffin and discuss his experiences in the outdoors and his incredible 2019. Ryan is one of the local heavies when it comes to Seabass and Bluefin. He also was one of the few who managed to score big on the deep drop frenzy last year. We also discuss his passion for Steelhead and the importance of protecting our secret honey holes. Various other topics include state fishery management, Insta-fame and building your own boat. I also dive into Ryan's sushi ex...

The Offshore Explorer Podcast – Episode 1 How long does a swordfish live? What are the best methods to catch swordfish? Where do they go when they are not here? How old is a 50lb. Seabass? These are some of the topics that will be covered in today’s episode. Today’s guest is Chugey Sepulveda of PIER, the Pfleger Institute of Environmental Research. Chugey is a fisherman and research scientist who holds a Ph.D. in Marine Biology from the University of California San Diego. Listen in to hea...