The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 717: Is Live Scope The Death of Fishing?
Jun 16, 2025
Danny Thompson, a fishing tech expert with Garmin, joins Jeremy Smith from Lindner Media and Tony Peterson of Peterson's Bowhunting Magazine to debate the impact of Live Scope sonar on traditional fishing. They explore how this advanced technology could alter the angling experience and spark ethical dilemmas in fish conservation. The trio shares personal anecdotes, discussing the thrill of fishing versus the efficiency of tech tools, while pondering the future of fishing regulations and practices amidst these innovations.
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Painful Lionfish Sting Story
- Steven Rinella described the intense pain of a lionfish sting and how hot water helps alleviate it.
- Pain can be excruciating but short-lived, teaching quick first aid with hot water immersion.
Big Trout Catch Sparks Debate
- A local angler's streak of catching huge rainbow trout sparked debate and poetry in his hometown.
- Extraordinary success often triggers suspicion or admiration in close-knit communities.
LiveScope Sonar Fundamentals
- LiveScope provides near-real-time sonar imaging with a broad cone angle for precise fish location.
- It greatly differs from traditional sonar by offering live, directional fish tracking up to hundreds of feet.