In this episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Tavares, founder of Magnolia Fly, a creative platform blending fly fishing visuals, veteran perspective, and a drive to connect anglers through storytelling.

We start with how his fishing journey began, and how his brand got the name Magnolia Fly. Tavares shares the meaning behind his tagline, “Fly Fishing Content That Inspires and Connects Anglers,” and how that mission has shaped his work—from photography to video to brand collaborations.

We dig into his time as an Air Force veteran, the coolest places he’s been stationed, and how those experiences influenced his approach to fishing and storytelling. Tavares also gives us the backstory on Funky Drummas, one of the most original and underrated pages in the fly fishing content world.

Later in the episode, we talk about his favorite places he’s fished both in and out of the U.S., his dream story to tell next through the lens, and some standout collaborations he’s been a part of.

To close, he drops five songs for the Trout Tunes Playlist and gives a few final thanks and shoutouts.

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