You’ve got your rod, your rig, maybe even a full tackle box—but now what? Where do you actually go to catch fish?

In this episode of The Branchline Podcast, we slow down and get real about the art of finding a good fishing spot—no boat, no lease, no secret handshake required. Whether you’re fishing ponds, creeks, ditches, or public lakes, I’ll walk you through how to scout new water, read the signs, and think like a hunter with a rod in your hand.

You’ll learn:

• How to find free and accessible fishing spots using maps, apps, and old-school observation

• What to look for when you get there—structure, movement, shade, and signs of life

• Step-by-step tactics to break down the water and locate where the fish are actually holding

• Why the best fishing spots usually don’t have signs or sidewalks

• A personal story of finding crappie gold in a roadside ditch (seriously)

From bridges to culverts, gravel pull-offs to hidden creek mouths—this one’s for the bank anglers, the explorers, and anyone who wants to stop guessing and start catching.

Feel like you’re always guessing when it comes to rigging your line? In this episode of The Branchline Podcast, we cut through the noise and break down the only rigs and knots you actually need to catch fish—no matter where you’re casting from.

From bobbers and Carolina rigs to Texas rigs and finesse drop shots, Jeffrey walks you through when to use each one, how to tie them up quick, and the three knots that’ll keep your hook in the fight. Whether you’re fishing for bass, catfish, or bluegill, this episode gives you real-world rigging tips that work from the bank, kayak, or muddy creek bottom.

What You’ll Learn:

• The 4 most versatile fishing rigs—how, when, and why to use them

• The only 3 knots you really need (and how to tie them fast)

• Tips for avoiding snags, saving time, and fishing smarter

No fluff, no hype—just rigs that catch fish and knots that hold strong.

Follow along as I tell you what I would pick up if I had to do it all over again. 

Episode 1 introduces you to the host and tells about upcoming episodes.