Billy Hayes and James Kuhl—aka the Tuna Junkies—jump on the podcast to talk all things bluefin, and it’s full chaos from the start.

They break down how they went from backyard pond fishing to hunting 800lb bluefin on spin gear, what it’s really like fighting monsters solo, and how they’ve nearly sunk their boat trying to land them. From busted gear and wild hookups to sketchy storms and last-second harpoon throws, this is fishing obsession in its purest form.

We get into:

• Chasing giants on spin gear (and why they don’t switch)

• Fighting fish solo vs handing off the rod

• Their 113-inch bluefin story

• How the Tuna Junkie name started

• Their first crack at commercial fishing

• New bluefin regulations in the U.S. (and why it’s pissing everyone off)

• What’s next for their crew and YouTube channel

If you’re into big fish, hectic sessions, or just want to know how far some blokes will push it —this one’s for you.
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🎙 Guests: Billy Hayes & James Kuhl
🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

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Today, Jason Breen joins us to share the wild story behind one of the most watched ocean encounters on social media for the year 2023/2024—a day a breaching humpback whale collided with him while wingfoiling.

From a regular session to fighting for his life in an instant—Jason details the terrifying moment, the incredible luck that kept him alive, and how everything unfolded in this intense encounter.

Better yet, the whole thing was captured from two angles as it happened!

📍 Find Jason Breen: https://www.instagram.com/jasonthejaw/

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🎙 Guest: Jason Breen

🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

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Luke O’Connor is one of the driving forces behind the return of the Shark Island Challenge.If you grew up bodyboarding in Australia, this comp was sacred—and after years off the map, it’s back in all its glory.

Luke jumped on to chat about the wild ride it took to bring the event back, what makes Shark Island one of the heaviest slabs in the world, and how the scene has evolved since the old days. He also shared a couple of his own heavy stories, including what it’s like working with legends like Mike Stewart and Lester.

Big thanks to Luke and the crew for putting bodyboarding back where it belongs!

Do you know what bodyboarding movie were talking about in the end of the episode?!

If you do, shoot us a DM on instagram (we wont miss it) or comment on the podcast, first one who nails it gets a free Aclassic pack shipped to your door! We need the answer!

Keep an eye on all SIC updates here, this is not a comp you want to miss!

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🎙 Guest: Luke O’Connor
🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

In our first Raw Story, Matt jumps on to tell us how he and a mate towed into some absolutely wild Sydney waves on foilboards—massive waves, heavy wipeouts, and pure chaos.

It was a five-hour surf session packed with big moments, close calls, and clips that’ll blow your mind. We kept this one tight—just the raw, exciting stuff straight from the source.

Big thanks to Matt for jumping on and giving us the inside story on one of the heaviest foil sessions we’ve heard yet.

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🎙 Guest: Matt Davies
🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

Captain Chris Weiner is a straight-up machine when it comes to chasing giant bluefin.
He’s one of the few blokes still out there harpooning these beasts the old-school way—spotting them from the tower, lining up the shot, and nailing them.

We sat down to talk about the bluefin fishery in Maine, how it works, what makes it so unique, and what it takes to actually harpoon one of the ocean’s most powerful fish.

From crazy encounters on the water to the deep history behind this fishery, this one’s packed full of it all!

It was a pleasure to chat with Chris and 2026 I am going to harpoon one with him myself!!

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🎙 Guest: Captain Chris Weiner

🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

Breakwall Bonanza! Jewfish by the Ton! Whacko!This legendary catch has gone by many names in fishing magazines over the years—and for good reason! Today we head back to 1973 on Australia’s East Coast, where Geoff Doig, Alex Julius, Kevin Eckles, and Barry Oxford landed an epic haul of Jewfish. Hear Geoff’s never-before-told, first-hand account of this incredible day that’s still yet to be beaten.For the pictorial of todays episode just follow this link and check it out, free:⁠https://www.aclassic.co/If you want to get involved in the next podcast or story, then jump in our new broadcast channel on instagram (link in bio), there we will announce new guests prior to speaking with them and you can ask any questions you may have!Jump on our instagram to check out some seriously wild saltwater action and some footage of todays chat.⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/

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Captain JP Samuelson is a die-hard fisho and straight-up waterman who’s made the South Pacific his playground. From chasing big fish in New Zealand’s anglers’ El Dorado to surfing world-class waves and fishing with chiefs on remote Fijian islands, JP’s lived it all—and he tells his stories like they happened yesterday.

He’s got too many wild stories for one podcast, so he’ll be back soon. Got questions for him? Hit our Instagram broadcast channel or drop us a DM, and we’ll make sure he answers.

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🎙 Guest: Captain JP Samuelson
🎙 Host: Dan Muntz

Capt. Brandon Hagopian is a commercial Bluefin fisherman known for regularly landing massive tuna - solo, with one even coming in over 1,000 pounds. In this episode, we talk about his battles with these giants, his work as a charter captain, and how his lifelong love for fishing has shaped his life.

From giant tuna to personal growth, this is the story of a fisherman who’s truly mastered his craft and chased that passion!

Should we jump on a plane and see if we can handle one of Brandons Giant Bluefin for an episode?! 

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Jump on our instagram and youtube to check out some seriously wild saltwater action and some footage of todays chat.⁠⁠⁠

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Guest: Captain Brandon Hagopian

Host: Dan Muntz

At just 20 years old, Jake Maki is already making waves on the big wave surfing scene!

With two Eddie Invitational appearances and a spot at the Pipe Masters under his belt already, his resume is already nothing short of impressive!

In this episode, we dive into Jake’s life and experiences: from heavy wipeouts and epic rides to life in Hawaii, earning his place in the legendary Pipe lineup, and sharing the water with some of surfing’s biggest icons. If you’re ready for stories about pushing limits, chasing massive waves, and living the dream in the heart of surfing’s mecca, this episode has it all!

Jake is one to watch!!

We're looking forward to hearing a few more epic tales in

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Guest: Jake Maki

Host: Dan Muntz

Breakwall Bonanza! Jewfish by the Ton! Whacko!

This legendary catch has gone by many names in fishing magazines over the years—and for good reason! Today we head back to 1973 on Australia’s East Coast, where Geoff Doig, Alex Julius, Kevin Eckles, and Barry Oxford landed an epic haul of Jewfish. Hear Geoff’s never-before-told, first-hand account of this incredible day that’s still yet to be beaten.

For the pictorial of todays episode just follow this link and check it out, free:

https://www.aclassic.co/the-fresh

If you want to get involved in the next podcast, then jump in our new broadcast channel on instagram (link in bio), there we will announce new guests prior to speaking with them and you can ask any questions you may have!

Dan can be found here:

⁠https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/⁠

Jump on our instagram and youtube to check out some seriously wild saltwater action and some footage of todays chat.

⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/⁠

⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4v-tqL4Io4exeGoC_14v1Q⁠

Be sure to subscribe to not miss any future episodes and wild stories from these incredible watermen and women!

If you know someone who has had some wild experiences on, under or around the water who you would like us to interview, then comment here or shoot us a DM on instagram and we will make it happen!

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Cheers!

Host: Dan Muntz