Tom Rowland Podcast

On today’s episode we have one of YouTube’s biggest fishing creators Jon Barzacchini or as he is better known Jon B. It has been 11 years since Jon’s first youtube video and has since amassed 1,300 videos. Today we talk about him growing his empire and creating the infamous Googan Squad. Jon’s Links: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JonBrollin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonbrollin/ Googan Squad: https://googansquad.com/ Googan Squad Insta: https://www.instagram.com/googansquad/ My Social Links: https://linktr.ee/TomRowlandPodcast Download Your Free Knot Guide Here: https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP For All Your Marine and Auto Needs Check Out Star brite: https://bit.ly/48tNW0y Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! — https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP This lesser-known terminal knot, is very compact and easy to tie! How will it hold up to the knot breaking test? Are you going to use this knot? Share your thoughts with me on instagram: @tom_rowland_podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/aFwJxuwufQo How2Tuesday is presented by Danco Pliers! Danco sports is an industry leading manufacturer of pliers, knives and accessories for anglers worldwide. Since our start in 2006, we have been committed to providing affordable, high quality products and outstanding customer service to anglers and fishing leaders alike. Danco Pliers is located in Stuart, Florida where we wear flip flops to work year-round. Check out Danco here — https://bit.ly/tomrowlandpodcast2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s podcast I am riding solo and answering all your questions. Prior to this episode I sent out a text thread and asked y’all to ask me questions. SIGN Up for that text thread so you don’t miss being featured in an episode like this one or to ask me questions any time. Text QUESTION to: (305) 930-7346 My Links: https://linktr.ee/TomRowlandPodcast Download Your Free Knot Guide Here: https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP Star brite! For All Your Marine and Auto Needs Check Out: https://bit.ly/48tNW0y Get Your LMNT Electrolytes Here: https://bit.ly/3OTvkAn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! —  https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP I had many comments about last week's SNELL Test saying that they tied the knot differently. Today I am testing a different way to tie the Snell, one that many of you use! Will it test better that last weeks? Which knot will you use? Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/xohQjiwDNdc How2Tuesday is presented by Danco Pliers! Danco sports is an industry leading manufacturer of pliers, knives and accessories for anglers worldwide. Since our start in 2006, we have been committed to providing affordable, high quality products and outstanding customer service to anglers and fishing leaders alike. Danco Pliers is located in Stuart, Florida where we wear flip flops to work year-round. Check out Danco here — https://bit.ly/tomrowlandpodcast2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode I am, once again, joined by Congressman Rob Wittman. We talk about The Sharked Act that was proposed by Rob months ago and has just now been passed by the House of Representatives. In hopes of clearing up concerns, I ask Rob all the hardest questions pertaining to his Sharked Act. Contact - Call your Senator Follow Rob Wittman on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/reprobwittman/?hl=nb Rob Wittman's website - wittman.house.gov Get your FREE knot guide here - https://tomrowlandpodcast.com/knotguide Follow all my Socials - https://linktr.ee/TomRowlandPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! —  https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP The Snell Knot is a popular fishing knot used to attach a fishing hook to a fishing line, particularly when using bait for bottom fishing or targeting species with a sharp downward pull. The Snell, while not the strongest knot I’ve tested, it has other attributes that make it desirable for some anglers. It's known for its effectiveness in keeping the hook in optimal position for hook sets. Here's how to tie the Snell Knot: Thread the Line: Pass the tag end of the fishing line through the eye of the fishing hook, from front to back, leaving a tag end hanging below the hook. Wrap the Line: Hold the tag end and the shank of the hook together, then wrap the tag end around the shank and the line above it 5 to 8 times, depending on the size of the hook and the diameter of the line. Pass Through the Eye: After wrapping, pass the tag end back through the eye of the hook from back to front, so that it exits on the same side as the hook point. Tighten: Be

On Today’s Podcast, I have a very special guest, He is known as the King of Cedar Key, Captain Jimbo Keith. Nearly 40 years ago, Jimbo’s father, Jimbo Sr, founded Saltwater Assassin, the premiere charter fishing company in Cedar Key. Working at the same company, Jimbo heads an airboat through the shallow waters of Northern Florida. Join us in learning about the beautiful Old Florida, and what it is like captaining 270 days out of the year.  Jimbo’s Links: Saltwater Assassin - https://fishcedarkey.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FishCedarKey/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/captjimbokeith/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA54Q_2S0kUZyv2EtlducmA My Links: https://linktr.ee/TomRowlandPodcast Link to Book Club on: https://tomrowlandpodcast.com/book-club-content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! —  tomrowlandpodcast.com/knotguide IS THIS THE BEST KNOT TO TIE YOUR HOOK TO YOUR LINE?! Introducing the UNKNOWN Knot, named because I found it on Instagram! Today I will show you how to tie it, and we will test its knot breaking strength. This knot is for tying line to your hook. Were you surprised by the Unknown Knot? You can see how to tie this knot on my Youtube Channel - Tom Rowland Podcast! Follow @Tom_Rowland_Podcast on Instagram and share your suggestions for naming this remarkable knot, which earns its place as a reliable tool in the host's fishing arsenal! How2Tuesday is presented by Danco Pliers! Danco sports is an industry leading manufacturer of pliers, knives and accessories for anglers worldwide. Since our start in 2006, we have been committed to providing affordable, high quality products and outstanding customer service to anglers and fishing leaders alike. Danco Pliers is located in Stuart, Florida where we wear flip flops to work year-round. Check out Danco h

In today’s episode, I am joined by Steel Rockett, a spearfisherman who shares the good, the bad, and the ugly stories from his life as a commercial fisherman and tropical fish collector. All in one episode, learn what it is like to catch a world record parrot fish and be bit by a loggerhead sea turtle. Steel Rockett on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slinginsteel/ Steel Rockett on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@slinginsteel100 Steel Rockett on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slinginsteelspearfishin Get your FREE Knot Guide here - https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! —  tomrowlandpodcast.com/knotguide The No Name Knot, also known as the Bristol Knot, is generally considered a strong and reliable knot for connecting braided fishing line to monofilament or fluorocarbon leaders. However, like any knot, its there is only one way to determine the strength of a knot. That is why I test every knot that we tie! If you want to compared to some other knots like the Double Uni Knot or the FG Knot, which are also popular for connecting braided line to leaders, download my FREE KNOT GUIDE: https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP How2Tuesday is presented by Danco Pliers! Danco sports is an industry leading manufacturer of pliers, knives and accessories for anglers worldwide. Since our start in 2006, we have been committed to providing affordable, high quality products and outstanding customer service to anglers and fishing leaders alike. We are located in Stuart, Florida where we wear flip flops to work year-round. Check out Danco here — https://bit.ly/tomrowlandpodcast2

This week, I sat down with Viktor Hluben, aka Landshark Outdoors! Born and raised in Deerfield Park, Florida, today’s guest Viktor speaks on mending his family’s Eastern European love for cooking with his passion for saltwater fishing, and building a social media empire at the same time. In this episode learn about the incredible journey of one of YouTube’s biggest fisherman and the less talked about fish that are surprisingly delicious. There is a lot to learn from this talented angler, so dig in! Instagram: @landsharkoutdoors - https://www.instagram.com/landsharkoutdoors/?hl=en YouTube: Landshark Outdoors - https://www.youtube.com/@LandsharkOutdoors Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/landsharkoutdoors TikTok: Landshark Outdoors - https://www.tiktok.com/@landsharkoutdoor Wife (Brook) YouTube : Brook Crist Outdoors - https://www.youtube.com/@brookcristoutdoors Get your FREE Knot Guide here - https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! — https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP Learn how to tie the Albright Knot and, MORE IMPORTANTLY, see the knot-breaking strength! Recently we tested the Alberto Knot, a knot that is very similar to the Albright. The Alberto is so similar, that a few of you believed they were the same thing! Not only are they different, but they also are quite different in their knot-breaking strength. Without knowing the breaking strength, there is one knot is better than another. Here, on the Tom Rowland Podcast, we test all-out knots! If you want to how the Albright Knot compares to other knots, get my free Knot Guide at tomrowlandpodcast.com/knotguide. Alberto Knot: https://youtu.be/09468AWboIo Albright Knot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efRfbuB0fk8&pp=ygUdc2FsdHdhdGVyIGV4cGVyaWVuY2UgYWxicmlnaHQ%3D How2Tuesday is presented by Danco Pliers! Danco Sports is an industry-leading manufacturer of pliers, knives, and accessories for anglers worldwide. Since our start in 2006, we have been committed to provi

In this episode, I am joined by three incredible young men, known best as Uncle Larry Outdoors, who have recently stumbled upon huge social media success. The group talks about the simple philosophy they use to enjoy each and every moment in the great outdoors, the youth movement responsible for making fishing cool again, and how they achieved their social media success. Check out Uncle Larry Outdoors on Social - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unclelarryoutdoors Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UncleLarryOutdoors/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unclelarryoutdoors The Members of Uncle Larry Outdoors - Kai Anthony Richards - https://www.instagram.com/thesixthkai Johnny Foegel - https://www.instagram.com/j_floegel/ Eric Guarino - https://www.instagram.com/eric.guarino/ MISC: Mike Iaconelli Fishing Storm Drains in Philly - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ1eNCDDHow Episode #810 with Mike Iaconelli - https://tomrowlandpodcast.com/blog/810 Get your FREE Knot Guide here - https://bit.ly/3UnAeIP Learn

Get your FREE Knot Guide here! —  tomrowlandpodcast.com/knotguide Teaching you how to tie the Alberto Knot isn’t enough. I also need to test the knot breaking strength! Without knowing the breaking strength, there is no way to tell if it is better or worse than any other knot. Here, on the Tom Rowland Podcast, we test all out knots! If you want to how the Alberto Knot compares to other knots, get my free Knot Guide at tomrowlandpodcast.com/knotguide. The Alberto knot is a popular fishing knot used to connect different types of fishing lines, particularly fluorocarbon or monofilament lines to braided lines. It's known for its strength and slim profile, making it suitable for various fishing applications. The Alberto knot is prized for its low profile, which allows it to pass through rod guides smoothly, reducing the chances of snagging. Additionally, it retains much of the lines' original strength when tied correctly, making it a reliable choice for connecting lines of different materials. Practice tying the A

In this conversation, Mike Larkin discusses the movements of bonefish and the use of different types of tags to track their behavior. He shares stories of bonefish being tagged in Florida and recaptured in the Bahamas, highlighting the challenges and limitations of research in the region. Mike emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind in scientific research and suggests managing bonefish populations as one unit rather than separate populations. The conversation then transitions to a discussion on knots and their strength for different fishing scenarios. In this conversation, Mike and I discuss the importance of testing knot strength and the factors that contribute to a strong knot. We explore different knots and their performance in various fishing situations. We also discuss the importance of choosing the right knot for the specific line and conditions. The conversation highlights the need for adaptability and continuous testing as new lines and materials are introduced. We also touch on the importan

Take it from me, getting a hook in your finger sucks. It happens to all anglers at some point, but when it happens you will need to know what to do! When I got a circle hook caught in my thumb while fishing for bonefish, all I had was some regular pliers. I was able to make those work, but it was a pain. Here, I show you the key to removing remove any hook. Whether you remove your hook the hard way, or the easy way, make sure you use the best gear. Danco Pliers - HOOK AND WIRE CUTTER: https://bit.ly/DancoHookCut Danco Pliers - Shop All: https://bit.ly/tomrowlandpodcast2 Original Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/C0c_w_ptIJS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Tom Rowland interviews Richie Zacker, a spearfisherman who survived a near-death experience due to a heart attack while diving. Richie shares his journey of recovery and how he was able to make his passion for diving his career. The conversation also touches on topics such as the importance of maintaining a positive mindset, the impact of near-death experiences on one's perspective, and the misconceptions surrounding shark populations. Richie emphasizes the need for unity among fishermen and divers and the importance of ethical angling practices. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of education in conservation and the significance of regular check-ups for divers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How 2 Tuesday is presented by Danco Pliers Social media is full of miss leading information, the fishing knot influencers are no different. It is our job to test the claims made online. We must see if these social media knots are as strong as they are told. Life is too short to lose a fish because an influencer wanted to get views! Today I am testing this unnamed knot: https://www.instagram.com/p/C1JXd2sNrGi/ J-Knot Tested: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsfuWIUEiWU&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Ftomrowlandpodcast.com%2F&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE&feature=emb_title Danco sports is an industry leading manufacturer of pliers, knives and accessories for anglers worldwide. Since our start in 2006, we have been committed to providing affordable, high quality products and outstanding customer service to anglers and fishing leaders alike. We are located in Stuart, Florida where we wear flip flops to work year-round. Check out Danco Pliers here: https://bit.ly/3tjYuAp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho

This week on Fantastic Friday, Rob Chapman and I discuss three viral videos related to fishing and wildlife. The first video shows a group of fishermen reviving a seemingly dead marlin, demonstrating the resilience of the fish. The second video features a marlin without a bill, which raises questions about how it lost its spear-like appendage. The third video showcases a massive, roughly 20-foot python caught in Florida, highlighting the issue of invasive species. These videos provide insights into the fishing and wildlife world and generate discussions about conservation and species resilience. Video 1: @Unomasbillfish Marlin Brought back to life https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1YabBzsiNH/?igsh=dTUycGFyb3NhNDRv Video 2: Marlin with no bill https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1aqHccuET2/?igsh=OTdjZDY5aWRyZnAx Video 3: 20 Foot Python in FL https://www.instagram.com/p/C1cMqrIOkQ9/ Video 4: Snakeaholic https://www.instagram.com/p/C01aE8lMOMu/ Video 5: fishingarrett Account https://www.instagram.com/fishingarrett/?h

In this episode, Danny Mako shares his experiences and insights on spearfishing and diving with sharks. He discusses the importance of getting help and guidance when starting out with new equipment. Danny talks about the unique diving encounters in Hawaii and Montana, highlighting the power of nature in these locations. He shares his passion for diving with sharks, particularly tiger sharks, and emphasizes the importance of safety precautions and maintaining eye contact with the sharks. Danny also opens up about a near-death experience and the lessons he learned from it. We then have some fun with a rapid-fire round of questions in the hot seat. In this part of the conversation, Danny Mako shares his favorite places, foods, and experiences in spearfishing. He discusses swimming with marlin, sharks, and whales, as well as his adventures in Mag Bay and Alaska. Danny also talks about his training regimen, including functional fitness and breath-holding techniques. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the u