On this episode of Connected By Water, we welcome back one of our favorite guests — Zack Bellpinga from the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). Zack serves as the IGFA’s Angler Recognition Manager and brings an incredible depth of expertise when it comes to fishing and fish species from around the world. He truly has a passion for educating anglers and growing the sport the right way.

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In this episode of Connected By Water, we sit down with two legendary figures in the South Florida fishing world - Captain Quinton “Capt Q” Dieterle and Captain Bric Peeples.

Fresh off a massive victory, Capt Q breaks down the moment his team, Astra Sails, claimed the top spot at the 2026 Jimmy Johnson Quest for the Ring - making the tournament’s 15th anniversary in unforgettable. Widely

Joining him is returning guest Captain Bric Peeples, tournament director of the Quest for the Ring and a longtime friend of Quinton’s dating back to their college days. Together, they share behind-the-scenes insight into the tournament, along with plenty of hilarious and memorable stories from years on and off the water.

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Legendary angler and TV personality Peter Miller joins Dennis Friel on the Connected By Water Podcast to talk fishing, adventure, and the mindset behind building a life on the water. From his iconic shows Bass2Billfish to Uncharted Waters, Peter shares stories about growing up fishing in New York and Miami, tournament fishing on Get Lit, conservation and philanthropy, getting chased by dogs — and everything in between. It’s a wide-ranging, inspiring conversation about passion, purpose, and living a life truly connected by water.

Watch, listen, and subscribe — and be sure to join Peter and Dennis April 23rd-27th in Grant-Valkaria, FL for the 2026 Star brite Project SeaSafe Collective, a comprehensive, immersive outdoor and in-water experience designed to educate, inspire, and make a real impact on our environment.

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On this episode of the Connected By Water Podcast, host Dennis Friel welcomes back two legendary South Florida fishing captains and longtime friends of the show — Captain Art Sapp of Native Son

As regular guests on the podcast, Art and Skip share their unmatched knowledge of offshore fishing, from tournament strategy and boat setup to reading conditions, finding fish, and what it really takes to compete at the highest level. But this episode goes beyond fishing — it’s filled with laughs, great stories, and genuine moments that reflect the friendships and community built around life on the water.

We’re incredibly grateful for the time, wisdom, and energy they continue to share with us — this is one of those episodes that truly captures what Connected By Water is all about.

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On this episode of the Connected By Water Podcast, host Dennis Friel sits down with Florida conservation pioneer Travis Thompson, a true conservation hero known for protecting the rights of hunters and anglers across the state. Travis is no stranger to the show and was instrumental in helping pass the landmark legislation that codified Floridians’ constitutional right to hunt and fish, ensuring that outdoor traditions remain protected for future generations.

Travis also played a key role in the development of the Florida

This episode is a powerful conversation about truth, integrity, stewardship, and what it really takes to protect both wildlife and the outdoor way of life.

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In this episode of Connected By Water, host and renowned fish artist Dennis Friel welcomes Jonathan Moss — seasoned inshore fishing guide and television host of The Captain’s Log. With a career rooted in hookups and storytelling, Jonathan opens up about the realities of making a living in the fishing industry, from running charters to building a successful TV brand.

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In our fifthteenth episode of our very special Connected By Water series, we’re on location at the 2025 4th Annual Star brite Project SeaSafe Clean Water Collective event, held at the Old Fish House Bar & Grill in Grant-Valkaria, Florida. Our next guest is none other than my great friend - famed author, editor and co-host of television’s Florida and Texas Insider Fishing Reports, Dave Ferrell. At this event I got to fish with Dave, hang out and talk about all things IRL conservation and have a great time in the process.

Dave’s voice and passionate dedication for conservation has inspired and motivated so many to adapt to a culture of preserving and restoring our natural resources.

At this year’s event, the conservation efforts were nothing short of extraordinary. With the help of the local volunteer community and the Project SeaSafe crew, hundreds of new mangrove bombs were made and planted to help rebuild vital coastal habitats, and in a groundbreaking move, four million clams were released into the Indian River via drone, a revolutionary step in ecological restoration.

Join us for a look at the incredible work being done, and the people who are making it happen, in this inspiring episode of the Connected By Water Podcast. It’s a celebration of community, conservation, and a collective effort to make a lasting impact on Florida’s waters and wildlife.

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In our fourteenth episode of our very special Connected By Water series, we’re on location at the 2025 4th Annual Star brite Project SeaSafe Clean Water Collective event, held at the Old Fish House Bar & Grill in Grant-Valkaria, Florida. Our next guest is none other than the legendary, Captain Bouncer Smith. Bouncer is no stranger to Connected By Water and has been on the show more times than I can count. I’m honored to be able to say that and to be able to call him a close friend. Each time I get to sit down with him is an absolute treat. This time it is no different.

Bouncer’s voice and passionate dedication for conservation has inspired and motivated so many to adapt to a culture of preserving and restoring our natural resources.

At this year’s event, the conservation efforts were nothing short of extraordinary. With the help of the local volunteer community and the Project SeaSafe crew, hundreds of new mangrove bombs were made and planted to help rebuild vital coastal habitats, and in a groundbreaking move, four million clams were released into the Indian River via drone, a revolutionary step in ecological restoration.

Join us for a look at the incredible work being done, and the people who are making it happen, in this inspiring episode of the Connected By Water Podcast. It’s a celebration of community, conservation, and a collective effort to make a lasting impact on Florida’s waters and wildlife.

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In our thirteenth episode of our very special Connected By Water series, we’re on location at the 2025 4th Annual Star brite Project SeaSafe Clean Water Collective event, held at the Old Fish House Bar & Grill in Grant-Valkaria, Florida. Our next guest is a local legend, lifelong Florida resident and one of the premier captains the Indian River Lagoon has ever seen, Alex Hughey. We had a great conversation about the sort of lasting impact that this event and all the work that Star brite’s Project SeaSafe and the IRL Clam Project has on future generations and what it’s going to take to get it back to the way it was.

Alex’s voice and passionate dedication for conservation has inspired and motivated so many to adapt to a culture of preserving and restoring our natural resources.

At this year’s event, the conservation efforts were nothing short of extraordinary. With the help of the local volunteer community and the Project SeaSafe crew, hundreds of new mangrove bombs were made and planted to help rebuild vital coastal habitats, and in a groundbreaking move, four million clams were released into the Indian River via drone, a revolutionary step in ecological restoration.

Join us for a look at the incredible work being done, and the people who are making it happen, in this inspiring episode of the Connected By Water Podcast. It’s a celebration of community, conservation, and a collective effort to make a lasting impact on Florida’s waters and wildlife.

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In our twelfth episode of our very special Connected By Water series, we’re on location at the 2025 4th Annual Star brite Project SeaSafe Clean Water Collective event, held at the Old Fish House Bar & Grill in Grant-Valkaria, Florida. Our next guest is Co-Host of television’s Florida Insider Fishing and the Texas Insider Fishing Reports, Miss Florida USA 2016 and Star brite ambassador, Brie Dal Santo. We had a great conversation about the sort of lasting impact that this event and all the work that Star brite’s Project SeaSafe and the IRL Clam Project has on our children.

Brie’s voice and passionate dedication for conservation has inspired and motivated so many to adapt to a culture of preserving and restoring our natural resources.

At this year’s event, the conservation efforts were nothing short of extraordinary. With the help of the local volunteer community and the Project SeaSafe crew, hundreds of new mangrove bombs were made and planted to help rebuild vital coastal habitats, and in a groundbreaking move, four million clams were released into the Indian River via drone, a revolutionary step in ecological restoration.

Join us for a look at the incredible work being done, and the people who are making it happen, in this inspiring episode of the Connected By Water Podcast. It’s a celebration of community, conservation, and a collective effort to make a lasting impact on Florida’s waters and wildlife.

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