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Northwest Florida Fishing Report

Joe Baya brings you the first podcast to bring you the local inshore, offshore, and onshore fishing report from Pensacola to Panama City, Florida whether it"s good, bad, or ugly.

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01:14:18

Winter Grind to Spring Prep: Surf Gear, Boat Show...

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2026/02/19

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya delivers a winter "real report" across the Panhandle with three key conversations: surf fishing, boat-show season, and a tough-but-producible inshore bay bite. On the surf side, Joe talks with Justin Reed of Justin Reed Fishing about February slowdowns and how to prep for spring—favorite rod lengths (9–10' vs 12'), why he likes 5000-size reels for torque, and must-have surf tackle like Sputnik sinkers, pompano rigs, and sand fleas. They

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48:02

You're Wearing Your Kill Switch Wrong, and It Could...

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2026/02/12

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya and co-host Butch Thierry step away from the usual bite breakdown to deliver a wintertime episode that can save lives on the water. They focus on boating safety, complacency, and the small gear decisions that matter most when something goes wrong fast. On the safety side, they sit down with Capt. Larry Higgins, owner of KWiggler Lures, who shares a firsthand account of a low-light boating collision in a bayou that ended with him ejected

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01:31:46

Winter Offshore Flounder from a Kayak (60-Foot Reefs,...

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2026/02/05

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya and co-host Angelo DePaola of The Coastal Connection mix fishing and Gulf Coast living, with Angelo sharing a quick update on the Northwest Florida real estate market and what buyers and sellers should be thinking about as 2026 gets underway. On the fishing side, they sit down with Brandon Barton of Emerald Waters Kayak Charters to break down offshore winter flounder fishing on nearshore reefs—an overlooked cold-season bite that can be

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01:24:41

Building the Fishery – Artificial Reefs with a...

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2026/01/30

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya and co-host Butch Thierry sit down with Capt. Kendall Annan of Gulf Rebel Charters to talk artificial reefs, including how projects with Reefmaker can build private structure that improves the fishery and your bottom fishing long term. Kendall shares what he's learned from both the wheelhouse and scuba diving his reefs, including what designs hold fish best, how fish often stage off the structure, and how long it takes a new reef to

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01:19:20

Winter Fishing Success: Black Drum, Pompano, Redfish,...

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2026/01/21

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, we cover prime winter fishing on the Emerald Coast! Local expert Justin Reed with Justin Reed Fishing shares pro tips for surf fishing tactics targeting black drum and pompano near Pensacola. Capt. Blake Nelson of Last Cast Charters outlines tournament-winning redfish strategies in Choctawhatchee Bay. Offshore, Capt. Adam Peeples with One Shot Charters details targeting red grouper, wahoo, dolphin, and blue marlin near Destin, with advice on live and

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01:33:43

Inshore, Offshore & Surf Tactics for Pompano,...

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2026/01/15

In this week's episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by top local captains and guides: Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters, Captain Evan Wheeler of Tall Pines Tight Lines, and surf fishing expert Blake Hunter from Reel 30A. The crew breaks down the best winter fishing tactics for inshore, offshore, and beach anglers from Pensacola to Panama City. Learn where and how to catch high-demand species like pompano, redfish, black drum, sheepshead, speckled trout,

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01:26:35

Winter Fishing Report 2026: Inshore & Offshore...

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2026/01/08

Join host Joe Baya as he kicks off the first Northwest Florida Fishing Report of 2026, featuring expert insights from top guides Brandon Barton (Pensacola) and Captain Justin Leake (Panama City). This episode covers essential winter fishing tips for inshore and offshore anglers, from targeting bull redfish around bridges and flats, to safety considerations for kayak fishermen during colder months. Learn the most effective live and artificial bait strategies for snapper, grouper, flounder, and

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01:02:20

Lessons From Those Who Save Lives: What Anglers Can...

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2026/01/01

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Martha LaGuardia-Kotite, retired U.S. Coast Guard Captain, Harvard-educated author, and one of the first women to serve aboard all-male Coast Guard cutters. With a distinguished 29-year career spanning disaster response, homeland security, post-9/11 operations, and global missions, Martha shares firsthand insights from a lifetime dedicated to saving lives at sea. Drawing from her acclaimed book So Others May Live, the definitive account of U.S. Coast Guard

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01:28:08

Christmas Special Top Fishing Gifts & Gear Guide 2025

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2025/12/22

Join hosts Joe Baya, Butch Theory, and Nick Williams for a special holiday episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, presented by Great Days Outdoors Magazine. In this Christmas Special, the captains discuss the best fishing gift ideas and must-have angling gear for 2025, covering both freshwater and saltwater essentials. Listeners will discover expert recommendations on waders, filet knives, vacuum sealers, rain gear, polarized sunglasses, portable sonar, safety equipment, and more. The

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57:48

Fishing the Front: How Winter Weather Shapes Inshore...

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2025/12/19

Join host Joe Baya for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report as he welcomes Captain Evan Wheeler (Pensacola inshore expert) and Captain Adam Peoples (Destin offshore specialist). Discover top winter fishing tactics, including how to target redfish, speckled trout, and more during cold fronts in Pensacola Bay. Learn the best bait choices, water conditions, and timing for successful trips. Captain Adam Peeples breaks down offshore fishing for big tuna, swordfish, and marlin off Destin, with

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51:57

Winter Redfish & Trout Tactics, Destin Inshore &...

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2025/12/12

Join host Joe Baya on the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for an action-packed episode featuring Captain Blake Nelson of Last Cast Charters in Destin and Captain Tyler Massey of Hot Spots Charters in Pensacola. Get expert insights on winter fishing in the Emerald Coast, including how to target redfish and trout on the flats, tournament strategies, bait and lure selection, and adapting to cold, changing weather. Offshore, Captain Massey shares the latest on Wahoo, tuna, scamp, and snapper fishing,

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01:20:41

Kayak & Inshore Tips for Redfish, Trout, Flounder &...

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2025/12/04

Tune into this winter's Northwest Florida Fishing Report as host Joe Baya teams up with Capt. Justin Leake with Panama City Inshore and Brandon Barton with Emerald Waters Kayak Charters for a deep dive into the season's best fishing opportunities. Discover expert techniques for targeting redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in the bays, as well as offshore strategies for blackfin and yellowfin tuna—all optimized for winter conditions and cold fronts. Learn how changing weather impacts Panama City

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01:35:41

Thanksgiving Winter Fishing Guide: Pensacola & Mobile...

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2025/11/28

Join the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for a special Thanksgiving episode packed with winter fishing wisdom, conservation insights, and deep-dive discussions on what makes late-season angling across the Panhandle so unique. Host Joe Baya brings together Captain Evan Wheeler and Captain Patrick Garmason for an honest, expert-level breakdown of how to approach cold-water fishing in Pensacola, Mobile Bay, and the surrounding tributaries. This Thanksgiving special digs into the science and strategy

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01:34:44

Pensacola–Destin Pompano, Redfish, Offshore Tuna &...

Northwest Florida Fishing Report ·

2025/11/20

Join host Joe Baya and a team of expert captains, including Angelo DePaola, Butch Thierry, Tom Hilton, Blake Hunter, and Captain Evan Wheeler, for the latest Northwest Florida Fishing Report. This episode covers inshore, offshore, and surf fishing conditions from Pensacola to Destin and Panama City, featuring hot bite updates for pompano, redfish, yellowfin tuna, and whiting. Learn expert techniques for targeting Gulf Coast fish using satellite data for altimetry, salinity, and sea temperatures. The

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51:18

Wahoo, Blue Marlin & Pompano Hotspots

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2025/11/14

In this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya delivers an action-packed update on the hottest fall fishing in Destin and Pensacola. Offshore expert Captain Adam Peoples shares valuable insights on the exceptional Wahoo bite, Blue Marlin and swordfish action, plus pro tips for targeting yellowfin tuna and rig tactics in the Gulf of Mexico. Inshore, surf fishing guide Justin Reed breaks down the Pensacola pompano and whiting bite, offering the best strategies, beach locations, bait,

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57:14

Blackfin, Yellowfin & Bull Red Action

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2025/11/07

Join Host Joe Baya on this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for an action-packed update from Pensacola to Panama City. Brandon Barton of Emerald Waters Kayak Charters reports an incredible run of Blackfin and Yellowfin tuna just off the beaches—some within casting range for kayak and pier anglers. Clean blue water and strong currents have pushed bait close to shore, fueling nonstop pelagic action. Brandon shares his go-to tactics, from trolling Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnows and Rapala X-Raps at

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01:35:24

Snapper Season, Blue Water Tactics, Pier & Kayak...

Northwest Florida Fishing Report ·

2025/10/30

Jump into this week's Northwest Florida Fishing Report for a comprehensive update on Gulf Coast angling action. Host Joe Baya is joined by Captain Adam Peeples to break down the current snapper season, east wind fishing strategies, and blue water tactics for marlin, swordfish, and tuna. Captain Blake Nelson delivers expert advice on adapting to fall cold fronts, targeting redfish and trout on the flats, and adjusting techniques for success in back bays and creeks. Pier and surfpro Matthew Isbels,

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01:17:25

Inshore Redfish & Trout, Kayak Blackfin Tuna,...

Northwest Florida Fishing Report ·

2025/10/24

Join host Joe Baya on the Northwest Florida Fishing Report for the latest hot tips and tactics from Pensacola to Destin and Panama City. Captain Evan Wheeler breaks down advanced inshore fishing strategies for redfish and speckled trout during challenging neap tides, sharing how to use wind, tides, and lure selection to maximize success. Kayak fishing expert Brandon Barton dives into nearshore tactics for targeting blackfin tuna, mahi, and king mackerel off Navarre, offering proven methods for

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01:00:01

Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, and Offshore Action

Northwest Florida Fishing Report ·

2025/10/17

Tune into this week’s Northwest Florida Fishing Report for expert insights into the fall fishing season from Pensacola to Panama City. Host Joe Baya is joined by guests Blake Hunter (Real 30A), Captain Blake Nelson (Destin), and Captain Adam Peoples, sharing inshore, offshore, and onshore updates packed with actionable advice. Learn about the ongoing pompano migration, Spanish mackerel hotspots in Choctawhatchee Bay, and the best tactics for landing baitfish like greenies and using blue crab

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01:12:03

Live Chumming Masterclass: How the Pros Tackle Windy...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of the Northwest Florida Fishing Report, host Joe Baya is joined by Captain Harris Scruggs of Triple B Charters and Captain Justin Lee of Panama City Inshore to deliver the latest insights on Panama City fishing, inshore and offshore tactics, and fall fishing strategies along the Gulf Coast. The captains break down how to target king mackerel, Spanish mackerel, sailfish, mahi, and more, sharing expert advice on live bait management, live chumming, and adapting to changing wind and

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