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American Saltwater Guides Association

A community hub where anglers, fishing guides, scientists, and policymakers connect to discuss fisheries, their history, their futures, and the importance of effective management. Produced by the American Saltwater Guides Association. Presented by Costa Sunglasses.

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1:23:42

EP227: Menhaden Ad 2 Comments

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2026/10/02

10/01/2026 from the ASMFC Atlantic Menhaden Addendum II public hearing.

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1:03:01

EP226: What The Menhaden!?

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2026/09/29

What the menhaden!?

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1:19:16

EP225: Time To Cut Harvest | Atlantic Menhaden

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2026/09/27

In the latest episode of The Guide Post, Tony, Mario and Jake examine how a flawed menhaden stock assessment led to detrimental overharvesting of a critical Atlantic resource. The trio makes the case for significantly reducing catch in the coming years to protect the long term viability of the fishery.

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2:09:20

EP224: Inviting The Devil to Dinner | Louisiana...

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2026/09/14

There are several videos doing the rounds on social media lately about stocking redfish into Louisiana waters.Redfish are one of Louisiana’s most important game fish. They support a massive recreational fishery, fundamental to the lives of local sportsmen and the State economy. The 2022 Louisiana red drum stock assessment painted a clear picture that the fishery is declining, which matched on-the-water observations from countless guides and anglers in recent years. While the LDWF science supported a

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1:19:10

EP223: The Data Was Wrong | MRIP Recalibration

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2026/09/01

MRIP recalibration is approaching its peak. Now, data revisions show the recreational fishery has been far more overestimated than managers admitted, and the ripple effects reach far beyond one chart. They will reshape the entire future of striped bass management.

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38:35

EP222: The Good Times Crew

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2026/09/01

Capt. Cody Rubner is joined by Kyle and Grizz, two friendly faces and good souls leading the charge for Soul Fly Co. Their mission is simple: bring people together in an event made by the people, for the people. We'll see you at Soul Fly Boston later this month!

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53:29

EP221: Accessibility & Delicious - NC Bonito

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2026/08/26

A rapid reaction podcast after a North Carolina hearing for Atlantic bonito management.

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2:30:54

EP220: Encyclopedia of Menhaden Management

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2026/08/25

The Menhaden fight grows louder, but unfortunately for the resource, the discussions grow murkier. A massive error in the stock assessment has changed the entire management picture. In this episode, Tony Friedrich, Mario Campo and Jake Hardy break down why the Bay Cap, the coastwide TAC, and the push for reallocation all demand your nuanced attention right now if you care about forage fish, stripers, ospreys, whales, or the future of the fishery. In episode 220, we break down how a corrected natural

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1:07:07

EP219: Tuesday Housekeeping

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2026/08/11

Tony and Cody chop it up on some ASGA "to-dos", industry "to-don'ts" and a quality coffee recommendation.

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1:54:35

EP218: Commercial Discard Mortality Is What!?

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2026/08/10

The striped bass fishery has collapsed, the data accounting is warped and the biggest warning signs are being buried in plain sight. Here’s everything you need to know about the immediate future of striped bass management…

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1:03:33

EP217: Deep Sea Mining off Virginia’s Coast

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2026/08/04

Deep-sea mining threatens some of the East Coast’s most pristine and vital ecosystems — and it’s happening without public awareness or adequate testing. Join a long-time ocean scientist and a seasoned environmental advocate to uncover Virginia’s first offshore mineral exploration initiative, unravel a complex web of corporate interests, regulatory gaps, and ecological risks that could change the Chesapeake Bay forever.

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1:57:39

EP216: Mortality, Models & Striper Outlooks

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2026/07/24

The old stock assessment models, with fixed effects and oversimplified assumptions, have failed to capture the true biological and spatial complexity of striped bass populations. Now, a cutting-edge model called WAM (Woods Hole Assessment Model) promises to deliver a far more realistic picture — but only if we understand its potential and pitfalls.In this episode, we dive into the heart of the debate: Can the new WAM model address longstanding flaws like fixed mortality rates and unreliable data

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55:37

EP215: What Really Matters...

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2026/07/14

The Guide Post is joined by a very familiar face that's been gone for a minute...

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1:04:33

EP214: BS in the Bayou

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2026/07/09

If you've been underestimating just how political and opaque LA fisheries management truly is, recent bills reveal the game of influence and power at play behind the scenes. Join two Louisiana fishing guides and a fisheries scientist as they give you a peak behind the curtain...

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1:15:00

EP213: Redfish Reality

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2026/07/07

Most redfish populations are declining faster than we can keep up with, but the fix isn’t as simple as placing blame on one culprit, whether that’s the menhaden industry or elsewhere. When everyone agrees that overfishing, habitat loss, and changing ecosystems are key factors, why do some still aim to hijack redfish conservation conversations with contentious agendas? In this eye-opening episode, angling experts from Louisiana, South Carolina, Virginia, and Texas reveal the truth about the real

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1:14:05

EP212: Is Striper Fishing Incredible!?

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2026/07/03

This episode emphasizes the importance of honest conversation, responsible management, and anglers' role in fisheries management. With insight into the upcoming menhaden stock assessments and efforts to push meaningful policy changes, it's time to realign honest conversations about "bunker" and striped bass that don't cannibalize each other. Both deserve powerful advocacy and need fisheries reform. Don't be fooled by social media hype—get the facts, hear the truth, and understand what it truly takes

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1:05:42

EP211: The Roadless Rule

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2026/06/28

The "Roadless Rule" has safeguarded millions of acres of wild national forests for nearly two decades. Now, this safeguard is under attack. Sean Cosgrove, a seasoned conservationist with over 20 years of expertise “in the arena” joined the podcast to discuss how powerful policies are under attack again, risking the very lands that provide your outdoor experiences, habitat for wildlife, and the health of our watersheds.

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58:43

EP210: Georgia's Redfish Future | Jared DiVincent

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2026/06/26

Redfish populations in Georgia are facing a crisis, and the clock is ticking. The state’s current regulators are only offering minimal changes, despite decades of scientific evidence showing the fishery is struggling. Meanwhile, neighboring states are taking bold, aggressive steps to protect and rebuild their stocks, leaving Georgia’s approach dangerously behind. Why? Because political pressure and bureaucratic inertia have stymied meaningful action, risking the future of one of the region’s most

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1:14:30

EP209: Angling Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Hogy...

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2026/06/24

Episode 209

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1:24:25

EP208: Keep Science Human | John Carlucci

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2026/06/05

Most fisheries are managed with a complicated web of science, industry, and politics... but what would it take to manage them in a utopian world? In this episode, fisheries scientist John Carlucci joins for a discussion about how industry collaboration, innovative research, and a human touch can define our approach to sustainable fishing.From growing up fishing in Connecticut to working at the Pelagic Fisheries Lab in Maine, John reveals the behind-the-scenes of tagging giant bluefin tuna,

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