Salt Strong Fishing

Did you hear the exciting news? Salt Strong was acquired. But this wasn't your typical acquisition... Wait until you hear the plans to grow the club and add WAY more money back into our members' pockets. Tight lines.

In this episode, we take a dive into religion vs spirituality, plus learning to love like Jesus did...

Fact: shrimp lures can be one of the best lures for catching all kinds of saltwater fish (because pretty much all predator fish in the ocean eat shrimp) Fact: Not all shrimp lures are created equal... Listen in as we share our findings on the best (and worst) shrimp lures.

It's hard to deny that some spiritual warfare is going on in the world today... Listen in as I share some deep thoughts on what's happening today.

Have you ever added a tippet to your leader line? If not, you might be missing out on some of our personal best fish. On the other hand, you could also spook fish if you use a tippet when you don't need it. Listen in to find out when to use this special tippet.

Get ready for some powerful stories about angels! If you've ever wondered if angels are real, you'll love this episode. Much love, Joe

In this special episode, we let you in on a Salt Strong Insider exclusive live call with Capt. Peter Deeks. Listen in as he shares some amazing tips on how he's able to consistently stay on big fish all year long. Tight lines!

Which kind of Christian are you? Listen in to find out...

I recently came across a video on YouTube where an angler bought a dozen fishing spots from Facebook and documented how it went. Listen in to find out - including when it could make sense to buy spots and when you NEVER should. Tight lines.

There are two wolves in your life. Which one are you feeding? Listen in and find out.

Fish finders (aka your electronics) can be awesome. But for inshore saltwater fishing, they have a ton of flaws if you are relying on your fish finder to help you find the fish. Listen in as we share when (and when NOT) to use a fish finder.

Having trouble hearing from God? Have a big prayer you want delivered? Try this! Much love, Joe

It's hurricane season here in America. A question we get all the time is around fishing before and after a big storm. So in this episode, we address the pros and cons. Tight lines and enjoy.

Just finished a new book called "Let Them," that I had to share. Such a game-changer (and ties in perfectly with Unchurched). Much love, Joe

After coming home from an absolutely epic fishing trip to Venice, LA last week, we realized we'll never leave home without this travel rod... Listen in to find out what happened!

Here are some shocking (and staggering) stats on what a divorce really costs... Hint: it's not just the money...

You aren't alone if you get frustrated by all of the fishing rules, regulations, slot limits, seasons, etc. However, this is what happens when you have few rules (and even fewer people to enforce them). Tight lines and enjoy.

God only gives us so many special moments to enjoy with our loved ones... Some of these moments, although they may seem small on the surface, can have lasting impacts. The bad news is that if you miss them, they are gone forever...

Here's the story of how we ditched our big tackle bags full of lures and actually caught way MORE fish. Some powerful lessons on becoming consistent, focusing in on finding the best spots (instead of focused on tackle/equipment), and why less is more when it comes to saltwater fishing. Tight lines and enjoy.

6 years... It was 6 years ago this month that I was challenged by my peers to start Salt Strong Unchurched. I'd love to say I jumped right in, but I didn't. Here's the replay of the very first episode that kicked it all off. Hope you enjoy!

The hot summer months can be tough to get bites (especially during the heat of the day). So in this replay episode, we break down our proven process to finding (and catching) speckled trout in the summer. Tight lines and enjoy.

Man, I wish someone had shared this with me years ago... “I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ― Maya Angelou Listen in as I share an embarrassing story (and good life lesson).

It's been 10 years since we quit our six-figure jobs to teach fishing and unite friends and families around fishing. In this episode, we share the early trials and tribulations, the wild pivots to stay alive, and reveal the BIG WHY behind all of it. Regardless if you've been a Salt Strong fan for a year or 10 years, you're going to love this one.

Man, I was so close to laying on the horn in my truck but saw this and it completely stopped me in my tracks... Listen in and enjoy. Much love, Joe

If you fish enough, it will eventually happen... a fishing SLUMP. It could be from taking too much time off or just a string of bad luck. But either way, we've got a formula for getting out of the slump fast. Listen in and tight lines!

You're probably thinking, shouldn't you always be honest? That depends... Listen in to find out why.

Want to catch more redfish, snook, and trout using a topwater lure? Then you don't want to miss this. We cover the best topwater lures, when to use topwater, when not to use topwater, retrieval, and types of spots. Tight lines and enjoy.

These two billionaire Christians set a great example on how you can have boatloads of money and still be a great person, have a loving and tight-knit family, and not let money get to your head. Enjoy.

Just wait until you see this brand new Slam Stick travel rod! It's four rods in one - giving you a tool to catch fish in any setting. We've been working behind the scenes for a long time and you'll understand why when you get your hands on this rod. We also break down the Slam Stick and Slot Machine. Tight lines and enjoy!

If you're struggling in any relationship (spouse, kids, parents, co-workers, etc) then you need to hear this one... I know I sure did! Much love, Joe

That's not a typo... a recent study by EWG.org revealed that 75% of the popular sunscreens are unsafe! As a melatonin skin cancer survivor, I can tell you that much of what you see on the shelves is horrible for you, your skin, and your body. Listen in as I share what I've learned over the years about sunscreen, sunblock, and more.

If you (or someone you love) are in a funk with life, health, job, money, or relationship, you definitely want to hear this one! Much love, Joe

This "mistake" of a saltwater fishing wake bait has proven to be one of the best hard lures we've ever used! Listen in on how it came about, when you should use a wake bait for redfish, snook, and trout, and why this one is so effective at catching fish. Tight lines and enjoy.

If you think about it, life only goes in one direction... it shortens. Literally every day means you have one day less to live. But don't worry, this episode is packed with POSITIVE ideas for all of us to make the best of every month. Enjoy.

In this special episode, Salt Strong Texas fishing coach Scott Ray interviews Capt. Justen Simpton to share some of his tips on reading trout and redfish behavior to predict where they will be and what they will hit that day. Lots of great intel (even if you don't fish in Texas).

Have you heard of the 5-second rule in life (nothing to do with food, FYI)? This unique rule for taking action and ending procrastination had a huge impact on me (and many others). Listen in as I share what it is and how to use it in your life.

Is this super lightweight and unorthodox rod and reel setup the future for grouper and snapper fishing? Either way, it sure was turning heads last week (landing the largest red grouper and mangrove snapper most had ever seen). Listen in as we share what happened. Tight lines and enjoy.

Do you have any goals this year? How about lifelong goals? Any of them feel like they are off (or getting completely derailed)? Then you need to hear this!

This past week, I watched a dozen fishermen all catch no fish in an area that had fish (I know because we were catching them). So in this episode, we break down what they were doing wrong (and how to avoid this costly mistake).

If you've ever felt exhausted, stressed, and low on energy, you need to hear this one! Much love, Joe

One of the biggest mistakes we see is beginner saltwater anglers using lures too early. Listen in as we share what we've learned from coaching hundreds of thousands of inshore saltwater anglers over the years. Note: even experienced weekend warrior anglers can learn something from this one. Tight lines and enjoy.

One of my biggest challenges is staying present... here in the moment. With so much going on in my life and so many ideas for the future, it's certainly something I constantly struggle with. Listen in as I share a recent story along with some big ideas.

In this episode, special guest and wade fishing expert Wader Dave joins us to share the top mistakes he sees beginners make. Even if you're already into wade fishing, you can certainly learn something from this one. Tight lines and enjoy.

Happy Easter! Listen in as I share a powerful story of how Jesus became real to me (and why Easter matters). You don't want to miss this one. Much love, Joe

The baitcaster debate continues... this time we bring on Texas angler Scott Ray to discuss who should be using baitcaster reels (and who should avoid them). If you're a saltwater fisherman, you don't want to miss this fun episode on baitcaster fishing reels. Tight lines and enjoy.

This is an in-depth follow-up from the "proving and hiding" podcast a couple weeks ago. Filled with lots of great stories. Enjoy.

Want to catch more sea trout (aka speckled trout) this year? Then you don't want to miss this episode where we break down the exact types of spots that usually always hold trout. Tight lines and enjoy.

One of my favorite books of all time is, "Think & Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill. So in this episode, I break down why this top-selling book is so powerful and how you can use some of it's proven secrets to grow "rich" in any part of your life. Enjoy.

Want to see if your state spends the most on fishing? Then listen in as we share the latest and greatest figures on total spend per state on fishing (freshwater and saltwater fishing). Tight lines and enjoy!

One of the most powerful things I've learned over the last few years is how to be aware of when I am proving and/or hiding. It's something we all have to deal with... In this episode, I share all 7 of the main fears along with how to avoid the proving and hiding that go with them.

In this conversation, Joe and Luke discuss five critical lessons they wish they had known before starting saltwater fishing. They cover common mistakes, the debate between fluorocarbon and monofilament lines, the importance of understanding fishing zones, the significance of choosing the right rod over an expensive reel, the advantages of using lighter tackle, and the power of networking within the fishing community. This is everything they wished someone had shared with them when they were making the transition from bass anglers to inshore saltwater anglers.