Fly Line Podcast

By Michael Jones and Sheri MainesSociety & Culture Documentary History Places & Travel

Fly Line Podcast episodes

May 19 S4E12: Michael Jones & Sheri Maines, a “Season Finale Reflecting on Four Years of Storytelling”
In this season finale, Michael Jones and producer Sheri Maines come together to reflect on four years of Fly Line Podcast storytelling. They look back on memorable guests and favorite moments, share what inspired them to start the podcast, and talk about what they’ve learned along the way. It’s a heartfelt close to Season 4 and a celebration of the stories, people, and passion that have shaped the journey.

Episode Release: 5/19/2026
S4E12: Michael Jones & Sheri Maines, a “Season Finale Reflecting on Four Years of Storytelling”
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1 hr 22 min
April 21 S4E11: Duncan Barnes, a “Life and Career Shaped by Writing and the Outdoors”
In this episode, Michael is joined by Duncan Barnes, whose life has been shaped by a deep love of writing, fishing, and the outdoors. From his early days learning to cast in New York to a distinguished career with Sports Illustrated and becoming the editor of Field & Stream Magazine. Duncan shares the experiences, mentors, and adventures that helped define his path. He also reflects on life in Maine, conservation, the striped bass fishery, and the values that have guided his writing and stewardship throughout the years.

Episode Release: 4/21/2026
S4E11: Duncan Barnes, a “Life and Career Shaped by Writing and the Outdoors”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #OutdoorWriting #FieldAndStream #FishingLife #MaineOutdoors #StripedBass #Conservation #OutdoorLegacy
1 hr 17 min
April 07 S4E10: Capt. Eric Wallace, a “Maine Striper Guide Compelled by Water, Travel, and Challenge”
In this episode, Michael is joined by Capt. Eric Wallace, a seasoned saltwater guide whose life has been driven by water, adventure, and the constant pull of new challenges. From a fishing-focused childhood in Michigan to steelheading in Oregon, guiding in Colorado, chasing tarpon in the Florida Keys, and poling the flats of Casco Bay, Eric shares the winding path that led him to become one of Maine’s respected striper guides. Along the way, he reflects on the tactics, travel, and relationships that have shaped both his career and his life on the water.

Episode Release: 4/7/2026
S4E10: Capt. Eric Wallace, a “Maine Striper Guide Compelled by Water, Travel, and Challenge”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #StripedBass #MaineStriperGuide #CascoBay #SaltwaterFlyFishing #FishingLife #MaineOutdoors #GuidingLife
1 hr 29 min
March 24 S4E9: Paul Cote, a “Purveyor of Maine’s Sporting Heritage”
In this episode, Michael is joined by Paul Cote, a longtime collector and dealer whose life has been shaped by Maine history, sporting artifacts, and the stories hidden inside remarkable objects. From his shop in Oxford, Paul shares the winding path that led him from small business ventures into building an extraordinary collection of sporting art, folk traditions, antique firearms, and rare Maine treasures, offering a fascinating look at the people, craftsmanship, and heritage behind the pieces he has spent a lifetime preserving.

Episode Release: 3/24/2026
S4E9: Paul Cote, a “Purveyor of Maine’s Sporting Heritage”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #MaineHistory #SportingTreasures #AntiqueCollector #MaineHeritage #FolkArt #WildlifeArt #OutdoorLife #MaineStories
1 hr 37 min
March 10 S4E8: Friends of Fly Rod Crosby, “A Monument to Maine’s Guiding Heritage”
In this episode, Michael sits down with Roger Lambert, Mark Latti, and Tenley Skolfield to share the story behind Friends of Fly Rod Crosby and why Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby still matters so deeply to Maine’s outdoor heritage. From the new IFW headquarters in Augusta and the planned bronze statue at its entrance, to Fly Rod Crosby’s legacy as a pioneering guide, writer, and promoter of Maine, this conversation explores how one woman helped put the state of Maine on the national tourism map and how today’s guides and conservation leaders are working to honor that legacy for future generations.

Episode Release: 3/10/2026
S4E8: Friends of Fly Rod Crosby, “A Monument to Maine’s Guiding Heritage”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #FlyRodCrosby #MaineGuides #MaineOutdoors #OutdoorHeritage #MaineIFW #Rangeley #Conservation #FriendsOfFlyRod
51 min
February 10 S4E7: Paul Guernsey, a “Life Shaped by Writing and Fly Fishing”
In this episode, Michael is joined by writer, educator, and former Fly Rod & Reel Magazine Editor Paul Guernsey, whose life has been shaped by stories on the page and on the water. They talk about the influence of travel, and how writing and fly fishing both help us make sense of the world. Paul also shares about his newest book, 'Rolling Back the River', set to release later this month.

Episode Release: 2/10/2026
S4E7: Paul Guernsey, a “Life Shaped by Writing and Fly Fishing”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #Storytelling #PaulGuernsey #WritingLife #RodAndReel #RollingBackTheRiver #FishingLiterature #OutdoorLife #Maine
1 hr 8 min
January 27 S4E6: Capt. Dave Pecci, a “Steward of Maine’s Coastal Fishery”
In this episode, Michael is joined by Capt. Dave Pecci, a seasoned Maine guide whose career has been deeply connected to the striped bass fishery on the Kennebec River and along Maine’s coast. They talk about the evolution of this fishery from the removal of the Edwards Dam to ongoing environmental and political pressures, while Dave shares his perspective on conservation, fisheries management, and what it means to be a steward of these waters.

Episode Release: 1/27/2026
S4E6: Capt. Dave Pecci, a “Steward of Maine’s Coastal Fishery”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #StripedBass #KennebecRiver #obsessioncharters #MaineCoast #Conservation #FisheriesManagement #MaineWaters #GuidingLife
1 hr 16 min
January 13 S4E5: The Wares & The Rogers, a “Maine Guide Training Built on Legacy and Friendship”
In this episode, Michael is joined by Carroll and Lila Ware of Fins and Furs Adventures, and John and Tami Rogers of the Maine Outdoor Learning Center. Together, they look back on decades of teaching new guides, stories from the field, and the friendships forged along the way. They share news of Carroll and Lila’s retirement and the merging of their guide school with John and Tami’s, reflecting on what it means to pass a legacy forward while keeping Maine’s guiding traditions alive.

Episode Release: 1/13/2026
S4E5: The Wares & The Rogers, a “Maine Guide Training Built on Legacy and Friendship”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #MaineGuides #GuideSchool #MaineOutdoors #SharedWaters #FinsAndFursAdventures #MaineOutdoorLearningCenter #LegacyOfGuiding
1 hr 32 min
December 16, 2025 S4E4: John & Nate Wight, a “Father and Son Maine Guiding Legacy”
In this episode, Michael is joined by John and Nate Wight, a father and son whose lives have been shaped by the rhythms of Maine’s rivers, woods, and guiding traditions. From stories on the Allagash to quiet moments of connection between generations, their story is a heartfelt look at legacy, resilience, and the deep bond forged through life in the wild.
Episode Release: 12/16/2025
S4E4: John & Nate Wight, a “Father and Son Maine Guiding Legacy”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #MaineGuides #FamilyLegacy #GuidingTradition #WildernessAdventures #FatherAndSon #OutdoorLife #AllagashTales
1 hr 33 min
November 25, 2025 S4E3: Bill Green, a “Maine Outdoor Broadcasting Legend”
In this episode, Michael is joined by legendary Maine broadcaster Bill Green, whose voice and storytelling have been a staple in Maine homes for decades. From his early days behind the camera to capturing the heart of the Maine outdoors on screen, Bill shares his journey, his deep love for the state, and unforgettable moments from a life spent in the wild and on the air.

Episode Release: 11/25/2025
S4E3: Bill Green, a “Maine Outdoor Broadcasting Legend”
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#FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #BillGreen #BillGreenMaine #MaineOutdoors #MaineLegends #OutdoorBroadcasting #FishingTales #BroadcastingIcon #MaineMedia
1 hr 12 min