In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch Theory welcomes special guest Spiro Cheriogotis, lifelong Alabamian, small business owner, outdoorsman, and candidate for mayor of Mobile.

Together, they explore the issues that matter most to local fishermen, hunters, and small business owners, diving into the challenges and opportunities facing the Mobile area.

Spiro shares his journey from family business to public service, offering candid insights into the realities of running for mayor and the importance of fiscal responsibility, public safety, and community engagement.

The conversation covers pressing topics like improving the city's permitting process, supporting local entrepreneurs with initiatives such as $0 business license fees for new small businesses, and the need for better customer service at every level of city government.

The episode also delves into Mobile's unique environmental challenges, including drainage and stormwater management, and the critical importance of preserving Mobile Bay and its delicate ecosystem.

Spiro discusses his vision for balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship, highlighting projects like Brookley by the Bay and the Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail as essential for both quality of life and economic development.

Listeners will hear practical ideas for revitalizing historic neighborhoods, increasing access to the waterfront, and ensuring city contracts benefit local companies. Spiro outlines his goals for his first year in office, from developing a comprehensive plan for dredge pools to expanding public transportation and making Mobile more accessible for residents and visitors alike.

Whether you're a Mobile local, a small business owner, or a passionate outdoorsman, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the future of the city and the people working to keep it moving forward. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, community, and the power of working together to protect and grow what makes Mobile special.

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In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Joe Baya and Butch Theory dive deep into the art of planning and executing a successful 48-hour offshore fishing adventure in the Gulf.

Drawing on decades of experience, they break down every aspect of organizing an overnight trip from picking the right date and assembling your crew, to calculating the true cost per person, including charter, tip, fish cleaning, and food. Joe and Butch share their favorite memories from past trips, recounting epic swordfish battles, surprise encounters with giant manta rays and whale sharks, and the camaraderie that forms on the open water.

They offer practical advice on meal prep, gear essentials, and the importance of having a "quarterback" to handle logistics, ensuring everyone can relax and focus on fishing. The episode also covers safety musts, like keeping a proper watch and having backup crew, and explores options for solo anglers or small groups through walk-on trips.

Whether you're a seasoned offshore angler or planning your first overnight adventure, this episode is packed with actionable tips, hard-earned lessons, and stories that will inspire you to make memories on the Gulf. Tune in for a comprehensive guide to maximizing fun, safety, and success on your next offshore fishing trip!

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In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch gets expert insights from Chris Vecsey, Capt. Bobby Abruscato, and Branden Collier. Chris shares how late summer and early fall patterns are shaping fishing success, with tips on inshore and offshore conditions, bait selection, and the effectiveness of shrimp imitations and tandem rigs.

Capt. Bobby dives into wade fishing strategies, lure choices like the Slick Junior, and the importance of downsizing to keep the bite going, plus stories of shark encounters and targeting white trout, speckled trout, and black fish.

Captain Branden Collier discusses the challenges of amberjack and snapper fishing, the value of live bait, and how mapping software and transducers can help you find the best spots. The captains also weigh in on the latest fishing technology, including spot lock trolling motors and power poles.

Whether you're after redfish, trout, flounder, or offshore species, this episode is packed with actionable tips and local knowledge to help you catch more fish this fall.

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• The Coastal Connection

• Mobile Baykeeper

• Sea Tow

• Test Calibration

• Bucks island

• Dixie Supply and Baker Metal Works

• Admiral Shellfish

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• SouthEastern Pond Management

• CCA Alabama STAR Tournament

• Fishbites

• Salts Gone

• Realtime Navigator

• Return em Right

• Shoreline Plastics

• Saunders Yachtworks

• Pure Flats

• KillerDock

• BOW Blue Water Marine Service

• ADCNR

• The Obsession Outdoors

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• Stayput Anchor

In this episode of the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, Butch and co-host Dylan Kiene break down the latest inshore and offshore fishing action along the Gulf Coast. They get an inshore report from Capt. Richard Rutland and discuss up to date bait migrations, water salinity and clarity, and how these factors are impacting speckled trout and flounder patterns. Offshore, Captain Cody Broughton shares his proven tactics for targeting tuna and swordfish, including bait selection and rigging tips. Plus, Captain Lyons joins us for an East side/ICW inshore report as well as to discuss the "Hope on a Boat" community event, offering inspiration and ways to get involved. Whether you're chasing redfish, drum, or pelagics, this episode is packed with actionable tips and local knowledge to help you catch more fish this fall.

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• Fishbites

• Salts Gone

• Realtime Navigator

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• Saunders Yachtworks

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• The Obsession Outdoors

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• Stayput Anchor

This week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report brings you the latest inshore and offshore fishing updates from Dauphin Island to Orange Beach and beyond.

• Inshore Report: Captain Patric Garmeson of Ugly Fishing covers current conditions for speckled trout, jack crevalle, flounder, and redfish. Learn what's working right now to put fish in the boat across Mobile Bay and coastal Alabama waters.

• Orange Beach Offshore + Surf Fishing: Chris Vecsey reports strong offshore action with white marlin and mahi-mahi. He also highlights a unique inshore tactic — walking the beach with a fly rod to sight-cast speckled trout right in the surf.

• Deep-Sea Fishing Report: Captain King Marchand of Capt. Mike's Deep Sea Fishing provides a real-time offshore update from an overnight trip. He discusses tuna fishing strategies, snapper fishing success, and how he's locating tuna schools offshore.

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• Fishbites

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• Hiltons Offshore Charts

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This week, host Butch Thierry is joined by cohost Capt. Tanner Deas of Dauphin Island Fishing Charters for a full run of coastal fishing reports that will keep you on the bite.

• Beach Bite Recap: Capt. Tanner shares what's been working from the sand lately and the key patterns he's picked up to keep rods bent.

• Inshore Report: Capt. Jay O'Brien with Irish Wake Fishing dives into the current speckled trout bite, revealing a surprising variety of baits and profiles that are producing fish. He also gives an update on the arrival of Mobile Bay's big tripletail.

• Onshore Surf Report: Matthew "Bama Beach Bum" Isbell covers pompano catches and other species chasing bait in the early morning surf blitz around Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.

• Offshore Report: Capt. Kendall Annan from Gulf Rebel Charters shares proven trolling tactics for wahoo, lure rigging tips to keep hookups solid, and his bottom fishing strategies — plus insights from what he sees diving on large reefs.

Whether you're chasing trout inshore, working the surf for pompano, or trolling offshore for wahoo, this episode has something for every saltwater angler.

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• The Coastal Connection

• Mobile Baykeeper

• Sea Tow

• Test Calibration

• Bucks island

• Dixie Supply and Baker Metal Works

• Admiral Shellfish

• Foster Contracting

• SouthEastern Pond Management

• CCA Alabama STAR Tournament

• Fishbites

• Salts Gone

• Hiltons Offshore Charts

• Return em Right

• Shoreline Plastics

• Saunders Yachtworks

• Pure Flats

• KillerDock

• BOW Blue Water Marine Service

• ADCNR

• The Obsession Outdoors

• Black Buffalo

• Stayput Anchor

This week, we're trading the casting rod for a bow and the saltwater flats for the heartland's moonlit waters! Join us as we go on the road to Kentucky for a full-throttle bowfishing adventure with CT Meyer, the expert guide and founder of The Obsession Outdoors . Forget what you know about traditional angling—we're chasing invasive carp under the stars, and the action is non-stop.

CT breaks down why this electrifying sport is one of the most accessible and exciting adventures on the water, perfect for everyone from seasoned pros to complete beginners. We explore why bowfishing is an unbeatable experience for father-son trips, corporate team-building, and bachelor parties, and how the team at The Obsession Outdoors makes every guest feel like a seasoned hunter. Plus, we dive into the conservation story and the vital role anglers play in managing these invasive species.

Get the inside story from CT himself on how his "obsession" began and what sets his premier lodge and guide service apart. We cover all the logistics you need to make this trip a reality, including the best time of year to go, what to pack (and what to leave at home), and how you can book your own trip .

If you're looking for a unique adventure that combines the thrill of the hunt with the fun of fishing, this episode is your complete roadmap. Tune in, get ready to be hooked, and follow their latest catches on Instagram !

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This week on the Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, we bring you a packed show covering everything from the flats to the rigs.

First, Chris Vecsey of Sam's Bait and Tackle breaks down the art of sight-fishing for spooky redfish on the flats around Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. Listen in to get his pro tips on how to approach these fish and, most importantly, how to get them to eat. Then, Capt. Bobby Abruscato with A-Team Fishing reports that the speckled trout are everywhere, and he shares how he's finding success in both deep and shallow water patterns.

For the offshore crowd, Capt. Kendall Annan of Gulf Rebel Charters details how to dial in your trolling spread for some serious "Mackerel Mania," with tactics for both Spanish and Kings. He also gives an update on the fantastic bite for Red and Vermilion Snapper.

Finally, in a crucial conversation for our local waters, we are joined by William Strickland from Mobile Baykeeper to discuss the federal mud dumping in Mobile Bay and what it means for the future of our fishery.

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Return em Right

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Pure Flats

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The Obsession Outdoors

Black Buffalo

Stayput Anchor

On this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry and co-host Angelo DePaola of The Coastal Connection check in with top captains along the coast for a full recap of the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo and a look at the week ahead. The general consensus is that the fish are on the move, and our experts are here to break down the patterns and tactics you need to stay on the bite from the back bays to the offshore reefs.

First, we get an inshore update from Captain Shane Traylor of Bona Fide Inshore Charters. He's on the speckled trout and redfish and discusses how to adjust your strategy as post-storm and summer conditions change the game in the bays.

Next, for the offshore report, Captain King Marchand with Capt. Mike's Deep Sea Fishing joins the show. He delivers a full breakdown of the ADSFR results and shares what his charter fleet is seeing now that the tournament is over, offering timely advice for anglers heading out deep.

To round things out, Captain Branden Collier of Capt. Collier Charters delivers a fantastic inshore report with a special focus on flounder. He shares his proven tactics for locating and catching these popular flatfish as they become more active.

Whether you're fishing the bays or heading offshore, this episode offers actionable tips, local insight, and plenty of encouragement to make your next trip a success.

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Fishbites

Salts Gone

Hiltons Offshore Charts

Return em Right

Shoreline Plastics

Saunders Yachtworks

Pure Flats

KillerDock

BOW Blue Water Marine Service

ADCNR

The Obsession Outdoors

Black Buffalo

Stayput Anchor

In this week's Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report, host Butch Thierry checks in with some of the most trusted captains along the Gulf Coast to bring you up to speed on summer fishing conditions just ahead of the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. From the surf zone to the snapper grounds, this episode is full of expert strategies for anglers gearing up for one of the busiest fishing weeks of the year.

We kick things off with Captain Tanner Deas of Dauphin Island Fishing Charters, who shares a land-based report straight from the beach. With "tons of life" in the surf right now, he talks through where to look, what species are biting, and the baits and setups that are producing results for speckled trout, redfish, and more.

Next, Captain Richard Rutland of Cold Blooded Fishing delivers the inshore report, diving into recent tarpon activity, tripletail tactics, and how to stay on speckled trout as conditions heat up. From live bait strategy to reading water movement, Richard offers timely advice for anglers targeting these summer favorites.

To round out the show, Capt. Cody Broughton of Smok'n Reelz on Dauphin Island is running six-hour bottom trips that are turning up red snapper, vermilion snapper (beeliners), mangrove snapper, and the occasional cobia.

Whether you're fishing from shore, navigating the bays, or heading offshore, this episode offers actionable tips, local insight, and plenty of encouragement to get on the water and stay on the bite.

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Keep whackin' 'em!

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Salts Gone

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Return em Right

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Pure Flats

KillerDock

BOW Blue Water Marine Service

ADCNR

The Obsession Outdoors

Black Buffalo

Stayput Anchor