Episodes

  • S5E1: Lou Zambello, a “Maine Fly Fishing Writer and Guide”

    S5E1: Lou Zambello, a “Maine Fly Fishing Writer and Guide”
    10 Nov 2026

    We’re back for Season 5 of the Fly Line Podcast! In this episode, Michael is joined by Lou Zambello, an accomplished author and Maine fishing guide whose passion for fly fishing has taken him from the waters of the Upper Magalloway to fishing destinations around the world. From his years at L.L.Bean to writing four books on fly fishing, Lou shares the experiences, adventures, and lessons that have shaped his journey. Along the way, he reflects on the changing world of guiding, climate change, the importance of conservation, and his lifelong love of his wife and the sport they share together as a team.

    Episode Release: 11/10/2026

    S5E1: Lou Zambello, a “Maine Fly Fishing Writer and Guide”

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    #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #LouZambello #MaineGuides #MaineFlyFishing #FlyFishingBooks #FishingLife #MaineOutdoors #UpperMagalloway #FishingCommunity #Conservation
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    4 hrs and 5 min
  • S4E12: Michael Jones & Sheri Maines, a “Season Finale Reflecting on Four Years of Storytelling”

    S4E12: Michael Jones & Sheri Maines, a “Season Finale Reflecting on Four Years of Storytelling”
    19 May 2026

    In this season finale, Michael Jones and producer Sheri Maines come together to reflect on four years of Fly Line Podcast storytelling. They look back on memorable guests and favorite moments, share what inspired them to start the podcast, and talk about what they’ve learned along the way. It’s a heartfelt close to Season 4 and a celebration of the stories, people, and passion that have shaped the journey.

    Episode Release: 5/19/2026

    S4E12: Michael Jones & Sheri Maines, a “Season Finale Reflecting on Four Years of Storytelling”

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    #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #SheriMaines #FlyFishing #PodcastSeasonFinale #Storytelling #MaineOutdoors #FishingCommunity #PodcastJourney #Season4Finale
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    1 hr and 22 min
  • S4E11: Duncan Barnes, a “Life and Career Shaped by Writing and the Outdoors”

    S4E11: Duncan Barnes, a “Life and Career Shaped by Writing and the Outdoors”
    21 Apr 2026

    In this episode, Michael is joined by Duncan Barnes, whose life has been shaped by a deep love of writing, fishing, and the outdoors. From his early days learning to cast in New York to a distinguished career with Sports Illustrated and becoming the editor of Field & Stream Magazine. Duncan shares the experiences, mentors, and adventures that helped define his path. He also reflects on life in Maine, conservation, the striped bass fishery, and the values that have guided his writing and stewardship throughout the years.

    Episode Release: 4/21/2026

    S4E11: Duncan Barnes, a “Life and Career Shaped by Writing and the Outdoors”

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    #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #OutdoorWriting #FieldAndStream #FishingLife #MaineOutdoors #StripedBass #Conservation #OutdoorLegacy
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    1 hr and 16 min
  • S4E10: Capt. Eric Wallace, a “Maine Striper Guide Compelled by Water, Travel, and Challenge”

    S4E10: Capt. Eric Wallace, a “Maine Striper Guide Compelled by Water, Travel, and Challenge”
    7 Apr 2026
    In this episode, Michael is joined by Capt. Eric Wallace, a seasoned saltwater guide whose life has been driven by water, adventure, and the constant pull of new challenges. From a fishing-focused childhood in Michigan to steelheading in Oregon, guiding in Colorado, chasing tarpon in the Florida Keys, and poling the flats of Casco Bay, Eric shares the winding path that led him to become one of Maine’s respected striper guides. Along the way, he reflects on the tactics, travel, and relationships that have shaped both his career and his life on the water. Episode Release: 4/7/2026 S4E10: Capt. Eric Wallace, a “Maine Striper Guide Compelled by Water, Travel, and Challenge” www.flylinepodcast.com #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #StripedBass #MaineStriperGuide #CascoBay #SaltwaterFlyFishing #FishingLife #MaineOutdoors #GuidingLife
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    1 hr and 28 min
  • S4E9: Paul Cote, a “Purveyor of Maine’s Sporting Heritage”

    S4E9: Paul Cote, a “Purveyor of Maine’s Sporting Heritage”
    24 Mar 2026
    In this episode, Michael is joined by Paul Cote, a longtime collector and dealer whose life has been shaped by Maine history, sporting artifacts, and the stories hidden inside remarkable objects. From his shop in Oxford, Paul shares the winding path that led him from small business ventures into building an extraordinary collection of sporting art, folk traditions, antique firearms, and rare Maine treasures, offering a fascinating look at the people, craftsmanship, and heritage behind the pieces he has spent a lifetime preserving. Episode Release: 3/24/2026 S4E9: Paul Cote, a “Purveyor of Maine’s Sporting Heritage” www.flylinepodcast.com #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #MaineHistory #SportingTreasures #AntiqueCollector #MaineHeritage #FolkArt #WildlifeArt #OutdoorLife #MaineStories
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    1 hr and 37 min
  • S4E8: Friends of Fly Rod Crosby, “A Monument to Maine’s Guiding Heritage”

    S4E8: Friends of Fly Rod Crosby, “A Monument to Maine’s Guiding Heritage”
    10 Mar 2026
    In this episode, Michael sits down with Roger Lambert, Mark Latti, and Tenley Skolfield to share the story behind Friends of Fly Rod Crosby and why Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby still matters so deeply to Maine’s outdoor heritage. From the new IFW headquarters in Augusta and the planned bronze statue at its entrance, to Fly Rod Crosby’s legacy as a pioneering guide, writer, and promoter of Maine, this conversation explores how one woman helped put the state of Maine on the national tourism map and how today’s guides and conservation leaders are working to honor that legacy for future generations. Episode Release: 3/10/2026 S4E8: Friends of Fly Rod Crosby, “A Monument to Maine’s Guiding Heritage” www.flylinepodcast.com #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #FlyRodCrosby #MaineGuides #MaineOutdoors #OutdoorHeritage #MaineIFW #Rangeley #Conservation #FriendsOfFlyRod
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    51 min
  • S4E7: Paul Guernsey, a “Life Shaped by Writing and Fly Fishing”

    S4E7: Paul Guernsey, a “Life Shaped by Writing and Fly Fishing”
    10 Feb 2026
    In this episode, Michael is joined by writer, educator, and former Fly Rod & Reel Magazine Editor Paul Guernsey, whose life has been shaped by stories on the page and on the water. They talk about the influence of travel, and how writing and fly fishing both help us make sense of the world. Paul also shares about his newest book, 'Rolling Back the River', set to release later this month. Episode Release: 2/10/2026 S4E7: Paul Guernsey, a “Life Shaped by Writing and Fly Fishing” www.flylinepodcast.com #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #Storytelling #PaulGuernsey #WritingLife #RodAndReel #RollingBackTheRiver #FishingLiterature #OutdoorLife #Maine
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    1 hr and 8 min
  • S4E6: Capt. Dave Pecci, a “Steward of Maine’s Coastal Fishery”

    S4E6: Capt. Dave Pecci, a “Steward of Maine’s Coastal Fishery”
    27 Jan 2026
    In this episode, Michael is joined by Capt. Dave Pecci, a seasoned Maine guide whose career has been deeply connected to the striped bass fishery on the Kennebec River and along Maine’s coast. They talk about the evolution of this fishery from the removal of the Edwards Dam to ongoing environmental and political pressures, while Dave shares his perspective on conservation, fisheries management, and what it means to be a steward of these waters. Episode Release: 1/27/2026 S4E6: Capt. Dave Pecci, a “Steward of Maine’s Coastal Fishery” www.flylinepodcast.com #FlyLinePodcast #MichaelJones #FlyFishing #StripedBass #KennebecRiver #obsessioncharters #MaineCoast #Conservation #FisheriesManagement #MaineWaters #GuidingLife
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    1 hr and 15 min