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 -...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Is this the most ideal knot for braid to fluorocarbon line? Can it withstand the infamous knot test? We're here to try it out so you don't have to! Instagram knots are scattered all over the internet so it can be difficult when deciding which knot is better than the other without putting it to the ultimate test on the water! Instead of risking a fish of a lifetime, join us as we try out this knot ourselves! Get my favorite supplements to help you on your fitness journey. Electrolytes - Drink...

Professional Anglers React to the latest viral outdoor videos. Follow @RyanRigged on all social media platforms! Watch Fantastic Friday on Youtube: https://youtu.be/rkxD2Em2bwM Fantastic Friday is sponsored by Star brite! Star Brite is the marine industry's leading manufacturer of waxes, polishes, cleaners, teak finishes, motor oils, fuel additives and more. Get yours here: https://bit.ly/48tNW0y @josh.jones.fishing catching huge...

Have you ever thought about what life would be like when you're surrounded by some of the world's most dangerous predators? Well we would like to introduce you to Gator Boy Chris! From wildlife rescue to handling apex predators, Chris dives into the insane adventures of life among nature's toughest creations! Instagram: @gatorboy_chris Get my favorite supplements to help you on your fitness journey. Electrolytes - Drink LMNT | Zero Sugar Electrolytes - https://bit.ly/3OTvkAn Vitamin -...

Control the controllable, that is how you become a better angler! We see fishing knots all over social media that promise to be strong knots! However, there is never a test to back up these ridiculous claims. Join me, as I test the knots that I find on social media so you don’t have to. This week we have an unnamed knot from @ctrfishing on Instagram! How do you think this knot will do on the test? Are you going to use it? Check out this knot on instagram:...

Sponsored by Star Brite! Star Brite is the marine industry's leading manufacturer of waxes, polishes, cleaners, teak finishes, motor oils, fuel additives and more. Get yours here: https://bit.ly/48tNW0y Zombie Shark?! Stealing a Tarpon from Bass Pro??! Dr. Mike Larkin and I react to some of the most viral videos of the week! Mike shares his thoughts on if this bloated shark that seemingly comes back to life. We both share our thoughts on an ongoing investigation into the “Bass Pro...

I have the distinct pleasure to introduce to you, Forrest Galante. For most of you, Forrest Galante is not a new face. Forrest is a wildlife biologist and adventurer who you might have seen on the discovery channel or being the Joe Rogan Podcast. Forrest has dedicated his life to studying wildlife and sharing his passion and love for our amazing planet with his hundreds of thousands of followers. Galante has captured evidence of the existence of eight animals once believed to be extinct, and...

How 2 Tuesday is brought to you by Danco Pliers! Check out Danco here: https://bit.ly/3GddNh5 Watch the Original Knot Video by @fishingminutes Here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cm2Nhz4BKXN/?igsh=am1qenAwNmVmdmx5 We see fishing knots all over social media that promise to be strong knots! However, there is never a test to back up these ridiculous claims. Join me, as I test the knots that I find on social media so you don’t have to. This week we have an unnamed knot from @fishingminutes on...

Do you have any fitness goals that you've been wanting to accomplish? Do you want to run a marathon, lose 50 pounds, compete in a cross fit competition, or all of the above? Well Tom has a three step hack to achieving even the hardest of physical goals! Join us as we uncover those secrets and crush this transition into the new year! Get my favorite supplements to help you on your fitness journey. Electrolytes - Drink LMNT | Zero Sugar Electrolytes - https://bit.ly/3OTvkAn Vitamin - Micro...

Have you ever met a person that is the perfect combination of passion and action for the outdoors? Or have you met someone with the ability and personality that can inspire most people? Well we would like to introduce you to Captain Jason Stock of Anna Maria Island fishing Charters Near Tampa, Florida. Listen with us as Captain Jason discusses his passion for putting people on some amazing fish and rebuilding Florida's...

How 2 Tuesday is brought to you by Danco Pliers! Check out Danco here: https://bit.ly/3GddNh5 We see fishing knots all over social media that promise to be 99% knots! However, there never is any test to see how strong the knots really are. Join me, as I test the knots that I find on social media so you don’t have to. This week we have the Dodd Knot from @redfishansout. The knot is compared to the Uni-to-Uni knot, which is one of the strongest knots we have tested. the Dodd knot is a lot...

Have you ever had days where motivation is at an all time low? Have you ever had days that seem like it's impossible to do anything at all? We've all been there before. Not ever day is the same but we can certainly take the necessary steps in order to achieve those goals! Join us as Tom talks about a man named Jason Khalipa and his methods to beating those bad days! Jason's Instagram: @jasonkhalipa Get my favorite supplements to help you on your fitness journey. Electrolytes - Drink LMNT |...