Citizen science! Imagine having your business and livelihood ripped away from you without warning by a group of misinformed minions. That’s what happened to commercial shark fisherman Captain Thomas Osburn. Recently, while conducting a scientific-based research excursion, so-called “enviromentalists” took matters into their own hands thinking they were cutting illegal longlines. Well it turns out that “illegal tackle” was not only perfectly legal, but also sanctioned by NOAA for shark research.  As a follow up to our recent Sharking episode of Connected By Water presented by Joey Accardi Chysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Thomas joins Captain Art Sapp, Captain Patrick Price and Dennis to once again spotlight the issue we are facing. We bring to light some developments and action plans being made to fight the good fight. Watch this episode to get informed on the truth of the situation, what’s being done about it and the battle that lies ahead. To be clear, the goal of the initiative is not to eradicate sharks, but to provide the proper marine balance for fisherman and the ecosystem on the whole.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just shy of 31 Mike has already accomplished so much for Florida’s fisheries, waterways and estuaries. He represents the future for not only Florida’s Coastal Conservation efforts, but also has become an exemplary representative of the Sunshine State itself. In true fashion of any great leader Mike Lambrechts believes that the future is now. Being an entrepreneurial owner and partner of multiple businesses shouldn’t leave much time for being the President of The Coastal Conservation Association’s (CCA) Broward Chapter, but Mike has somehow found a way to do the job and flourish in his role. Join us for this episode of Connected By Water presented by Joey Accardi Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to learn a lot about what you can do to help Florida and get involved. 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Having Jim Burgess on the podcast was such a treat. He’s a reel down to earth, old school all-around waterman and Pompano OG local. My favorite kinda guy. He joined us to talk mostly about fly fishing for snook off the beach, but we couldn’t help getting into a little local smack talk. Check it out!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sharks!!!!! For captains, commercial fisherman and recreational anglers alike they’re becoming a reel problem. It seems like every other fish these days is coming up bitten in half by a creature now commonly known by offshore enthusiasts as the “Tax Man.” What exactly is the rooted reason why this has been such an issue lately? Recently, Captain Patrick Price put together a Facebook group titled “Let’s Tax The Tax Man” which dives into conversations (and sometimes arguments) about others' experiences with their prized catches getting taken away from them. What can be done about it? For certain, it’s a true and hot topic. On this episode of Connected By Water presented by Joey Accardi, we get deep and dirty on how it’s not only affecting angler enjoyment, but also the economics of an entire industry demographic. Regulars and resident experts to the show, Captain Art Sapp and Captain Skip Dana, join us along with Daymaker Charters’, Captain Patrick Price, to round-out an expert panel that picks apart this controversial subject. You don’t want to miss out on this one.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A guy like Mike Lipski is not someone who minces words. He’s a straight shooter, a small business owner and a single dad… oh and he knows a lot about fishing and tackle. His South Florida-based shop, Reel Deal Bait and Tackle reflects Mike perfectly. It’s core, it’s directly to the point and his products and people perform at a high level. Come sit with us for a bit as for a conversation that covered a little bit of everything… except politics. OK maybe just a little politics.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connected By Water #51 - We once again had the honor and pleasure of having Florida House Representative Chip LaMarca join us in the studio for another episode of the Connected By Water Podcast presented by Joey Accardi Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. We covered a variety of topics such as clean water and coastal restoration (of course), recent initiatives that hold local governments accountable for sewer and water violations and also Florida’s landmark bill that allows College athletes to get paid, which was championed by Chip! Join us for an outstanding and informative conversation.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are extremely proud to present our 50th podcast! What better way to do it then with one of our ever popular Tournament Talk episodes. Sitting in for Captain Skip Dana, Florida Sport Fishing Magazine Editor and Native Son team member, Steve Dougherty joins Capt. Art Sapp and myself to discuss a relaunching of sorts of fishing tournaments as well as some recent fishing reports. Are we starting a shark tournament?? It’s bananas!! Join us for a few drinks and many laughs as we celebrate our 50th.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We went a little outside of our Connected By Water circle to bring on an organization that we think is just out of this world! See what we did there? At first glance you may just see a bunch of cosplayers, but the Everglades 501 Squad goes much deeper than that. Their outreach into the community will make you see these Imperial bad guys as true do-gooders… but don’t say that too loud. You might ruin their “dark side” rep.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Fishing saved my life” says Taylor DeFusco who comes on to the podcast to share a bit of his journey with us. Every voyage has its moments. Sometimes those moments are to be celebrated and sometimes they are to be used as learning experiences. Come join us in our search for zen, peace, heaven and nirvana by living an authentic life that’s Connected By Water.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He’s the highly original and extremely talented Wooden Tuna! My man Ben stopped by the for a laidback afternoon of beer drinking in a full attempt to solve none of the world’s problems. Join us as we share our experiences about rebuilding old trucks and microbuses, Ben’s memories about judging bikini contests as a boy and captaining a Sportfish in Panama, why we should stop doing business with China and much more. So stop by and chill with us for a bit.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices