We caught up with Rustie, the creator behind Slow Rise Media, to talk about his journey in fly fishing and filmmaking. From starting a YouTube channel as a teenager to traveling the world with a camera in hand, Rustie shares how Slow Rise Media came to life, the joys of filming trout in slow motion, and what viewers can expect from his channel.

We caught up with Rob Vaz, an avid angler and artist, to hear about his once-in-a-lifetime trip to Mongolia to target Taimen—the world’s largest salmonid. In this interview, Rob shares the unforgettable moments, challenges, and tips for chasing these legendary fish in one of the most remote and breathtaking fishing destinations on the planet.

Ever thought about fish having personalities? Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland found that brown trout with curious tendencies are more likely to explore—and unfortunately for them, end up on the end of anglers' line. The study, published in the Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, dives into how stoked brown trout behavior influences their chances of being caught once released into the wild.

We caught up with Johann du Preez, an accomplished fly fishing guide, artist, and advocate for sustainable fishing. In this interview, Johann shares how his love for fly fishing and art intertwined, the places that shaped him as an angler, and the meaningful work he's doing with the IndyFly Foundation. From his journey in South Africa to becoming a global advocate for fly fishing, Johann's story is as inspiring as it is unique.

We recently caught up with Chris J Hanson whose journey is anything but ordinary. From battling a life-changing medical condition to casting his first fly, he’s seen it all. In this interview, he shares his passion for fly fishing, and how the sport has shaped his life—both on and off the water. Plus, we dive into his love for bourbon and his bucket-list fishing adventures around the world.

We recently caught up with Capt. John Mauser to talk about what’s next for him in the world of fly fishing. From expanding his guiding services to diving deeper into conservation and storytelling, Capt. Mauser shares his passion for variety and the moments that make guiding unforgettable.

We recently caught up with Ted, a passionate fly fisher from northern Sweden, who’s made the sport his life’s work. From fishing the remote waters of Sweden to capturing stunning moments on camera, Ted’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. In this interview, we talk about his evolution as a content creator, his love for the outdoors, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.