Where the Map Turns Blue

Join Joe and Steven as they sit down with Nick Becker to talk all things blue marlin. With extensive experience fishing for these giants across the globe, Nick has spent years pursuing blue marlin in hotspots like Hawaii and the Gulf of Mexico. But his passion doesn’t stop at fishing—he’s also dedicated himself to studying and advocating for conservation. Nick’s energy and enthusiasm are contagious. Whether you’re curious about the reasoning behind the tournament regulations for a 110" kill fish or just want to hear some unforgettable blue marlin stories, this episode is a must-listen!

Tune in as Joe and Steven talk with Adam Peeples of One Shot Charters. Adam is known for being one of the pioneers for daytime sword fishing in the northern Gulf and is still putting up incredible numbers today. If you want to learn more about sword fish or giant tuna in the Gulf, this episode is for you!

Tune in as Joe and Steven talk with long time friend, Jason Haynes, about what "makes him happy." Jason is an ex firefighter that has not been able to tame the flame within him that strives to chase giant swords in the gulf. Like most sword fisherman, Jason is addicted to the fine details, especially in the rods that he is building to chase these monsters of the deep. Wether he is with his brother Jesse or on a solo trip, this guy is constantly putting up the numbers. If you are interested in Sword fishing and/or rod building this is the episode for you!

Tune in as Joe and Connor talk life on the road and fishing with Capt. Lance Shaugnessy AKA Capt. Shag-Nasty. Capt. Lance has spent his whole life around the water, weather it be working for the USCG, freelancing, chasing gators, or running chartes of his own, the water is where he needs to be. Along with being a world class captain, Lance, his wife Ariana, and two wiener dogs (Chester and Penny) are in charge of the pelagic travel team. This A Team, travels to the most prestigious billfish tournaments around the world to get their products in front of the best of the best.

Tune in as Connor and Joe, talk with Capt Brock Meyer about all things fishing. From laying his rod in the sand for Pompano to fighting giant blue marlins on a custom sportfish, Brock has had an exciting and quick come up. If you are looking for a family fun charter in the Panama City area give Brock a call at (256)443-1759 or check out www.grinninganglercharters.com!

Tune in as Steven and Joe talk with Jay and Josh at Killer Dock. Killer Dock has made a name for itself by creating the best built fillet tables on the market with features that are game changing. From tables that drain through the legs to a full living room on the dock these guys have you covered in both functionality and looks. Weather you are looking to upgrade from an old starboard table or retiring a family heirloom, a Killer Dock will insure that your fish cleaning experience will never be the same.

Join us as Steven and Joe hang out with Nick Hunter, the captain of one of the sleekest rigs in the Gulf, "War Horse". Nick grew up with dreams of fishing south of the Jetties and has defiantly made an impact in the local community. From monster tournament winning blues in the gulf to bone fish on the Bahamian flats, Nick is alway staying tight. Put on your Grundens and headsets on, we are getting tight with Nick Hunter.

Listen in as Steven and Joe sit down with Hunter Forbes of the Raise Em' Up. Hunter grew up in the Destin/SRB area and has spent his life dialing in everything from turkeys in the woods to white marlins right out front. Put on your Grundens and headsets, we are getting tight with Hunter Forbes.

Tune in as Joe and Connor sit down with Crystal LaFosse the founder of the Emerald Coast Big Game Fishing Club. Crystal Grew up around the water in Louisiana, a place known for outdoors adventure, community, and of course partying. When the opportunity presented itself to combine all of that into one club out of Destin FL, Crystal took full advantage. The ECBGFC was established in 2022 and quickly grew with a new chapter in Panama City. The club continues to expand in members and memories. If you are interested in joining the club visit ECBGFC.com.

In this episode of Where the Map Turns Blue, Connor and Joe sit down with Captain Justin Ziegler of Just-In-Time Sport Fishing to discuss what it is like to charter and commercial fish for swords. Capt. JZ was the top producing swordfish captain out of Destin Fl in 2023, recording over 120 kills before the year was over. When recording this podcast Justin was still running a 32 contender, however, he now runs a 34 Freeman that is a little more comfortable on those long runs. Settle into your bean bags, this is going to be a good one!