
State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group
Welcome to the first ever podcast by & for FISHERMEN & BOATING ENTHUSIASTS!! We sit down with unique guests to bring you the most informative & entertaining information about topics that we're passionate about
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Feb 23, 2023 • 30min
Miami's Sailfishing Season Isn't What It Used To Be - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP96
Today Nick & Anthony run the podcast themselves as there is no guest joining, they talk about how the tournament season is going for nick, and how he's liking the New frontrunner boat he is running in Florida how inconsistent the sail fishing has been catching 6-7 one half day and the next day he goes a full day and they just release 1. Anthony talks about his performance in the Leg One of Costa Rica, and that he is ready to get back out there for the next.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Feb 21, 2023 • 45min
Nautical Networks & Boat buddies wipes Ft. Marco Bonaiuto - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP97
In today's podcast, we are joined by Marco Bonaiuto, Co-founder of Boat Buddies and now works full time for Nautical networks going around taking pictures and videos of boats, making a short 30-60sec video for the brokers to have good quality footage to post on the boat.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Feb 16, 2023 • 1h 7min
Light Tackle Bluefin Tuna fishery, Mola Mola on a Lure Ft. Capt. Dom Petrarca - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP95
In today's podcast, we are joined by Captain Dom Petrarca. captain Dom Petrarca from Coastal Charters Sportfishing he focuses on light tackle fishing for bluefin tuna, using popping and jigging techniques to get the hook up on some giants. Capt. Dom hunts the bluefin tuna from the land he says, he trailers to where the fish are to go after them. For his boat Capt. Dom runs a 29' SeaVee with twin Mercury 225. If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Feb 14, 2023 • 56min
Galati in Los Sueños Costa Rica Ft. John LaGrone - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP94
In today's podcast, we are joined by John LaGrone, Captain John LaGrone leads yacht sales in sport fishing and maintenance teams at Galati at the beautiful Los Sueños Resort in Costa Rica. Captain John is an icon in the sport fishing industry. His impressive global fishing experience, IGFA world records, and tournament victories speak for themselves.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Feb 9, 2023 • 52min
Quad Blue Marlins in DR Ft. James David - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP93
In today's podcast, we are joined by James David a 23-year-old mate who started on the 46' L&H Charter boat out of Miami, James grew up fishing with his family and has seen more than most by being a world record holder. James has focused most of his fishing career as a freelance mate and record holder, after graduating and has seen many places most just dream of going to.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Jan 31, 2023 • 1h 3min
Catching multiple Grander Ft. Jay Househam - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP92
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Jay Househam. Captain of the little audrie an 82 Viking. Jay talks about the new rig how he started of fishing to where he is as a captain now. If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Jan 26, 2023 • 54min
120 Wahoo in a single day Ft. Joe von Thron - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP91
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Joe von Thron he has his own YouTube channel with around 50k subscribers where he posts on his fishing trips, his favorite type of fishery being bottom fishing. Tune in to learn from Joe von Thron.If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Jan 17, 2023 • 1h 3min
Giant Bluefin Tuna of small Center Console - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP90
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Michael Zammito and Christos Karplus two young fisherman out of Cape Cod going out for Bluefin Tuna on their small center Console boats, fighting a blue fin and being 20 feet away from a different boat. Micheal & Christos talk about the fishery the sustainability and how they started. If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Jan 12, 2023 • 1h 15min
EP89 Running the “Max Bet” FT. Capt. Austin Robins
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Austin Robins, captain of a 66 Spencer “Max Bet” which travels between Maryland and Costa Rica. Austin Robins goes head to head with some of the best teams, and we hear some crazy stories about Austin leading his team to 3rd place in Costa Rica, Los Sueños. Pretty cool how Austin started working as a fisherman it was never his childhood dream, Austin kind of just stumbled across it because of the flooring job he used to floor and got the job to floor many yachts which led to someone asking him if he wanted to ride along some day and from there on he was hooked.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Dec 29, 2022 • 34min
EP88 recently struck by lightning, commercial fishing, marine zone FT. Jens van der Lubbe
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Jens van der Lubbe located in Curacao, Jens has a fleet with a 39 Seavee he uses more commercial-style fishing fads for tuna with live bait and Jigs. Jens recently added a 44 Merritt "La Hechicera" to his fleet, which he uses more as a pleasure Sportfishing boat try's to fish Marlin on it as much as possible. Jens also owns the largest Marina in the ABC islands which does everything from service to welding to painting, to re-power.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.
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