The Laguna Podcast

Andres Spinetti

Fly Fishing

Fishing

Conservation

Texas Coast

Texas

Hunting

Photography

Tarpon

Fishing Guides

Texas Outdoors

Speckled Trout

Fishing Tournaments

Trout

Wildlife Photography

Coastal Conservation Association

Laguna Madre

Redfish

Storytelling

Alligator Gar

Environmental Stewardship

The Laguna Podcast, hosted by Andrés Spinetti, is an immersive podcast series that delves into the rich tapestry of fly fishing, conservation, and the cultural narratives surrounding the Texas Coast. Drawing from his extensive experience as a passionate angler and environmental advocate, Spinetti crafts episodes that offer both technical insights and compelling storytelling. What really makes the ... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	100	Founded	4 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	WildernessHobbiesLeisureSports

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Latest Episodes

#100 Danny Payton: Shallow-Minded, Tunnel-Visionary//Payton's Bay

Today i sit down with the namesake behind paytons bay. a true creator, innovator, and pure bred fisherman. Danny payton sits down to talk to me about his life, the story behind the tunnel, cav plate, cupped prop, tower boats, and more. enjoy.

26 Oct 2026 • 2 hrs 7 min • Most popular

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#99 Chuck Fultz - Airboats, TNT, Trout, & TIFT Politics

Chuck Fultz joins me to talk about his life growing up in the LLM, the pursuit of what came next in skinnier water, running airboats around the bay with explosives, the politics of TIFT, and the multiple times this fishery has exceeded newer issues a... more

19 Oct 2026 • 2 hrs 38 min • Popular

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#98 Craig Woolly - LLM Early Days // Island Outfitters

Craig Woolly joins me to talk about his early fishing life, meeting and fishing with skipper ray, building island outfitters, big trout stories and theories, issues with the state of the fishery, professional golf, and his passion for the LLM. Enjoy.... more

12 Oct 2026 • 2 hrs 10 min

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#97 David Vera - El Jetty Worm//Silver Obsessions

david vera joins me to talk about his story, growing up seeing the rocks and the fishery that they once provided. the pursuit of tarpon no matter what, and the problems presented while chasing these giant fish on the rocks.

5 Oct 2026 • 1 hr 29 min

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Recent Guests

Danny Payton

Inventor, fisherman and longtime Texas Coast angler who developed shallow-water boat innovations

Episode: #100 Danny Payton: Shallow-Minded, Tunnel-Visionary//Payton's Bay

Chuck Fultz

Lifelong Lower Laguna Madre angler and former TIFT board member

Episode: #99 Chuck Fultz - Airboats, TNT, Trout, & TIFT Politics

Craig Woolly

Captain, long-time guide at Island Outfitters

Island Outfitters

Episode: #98 Craig Woolly - LLM Early Days // Island Outfitters

David Vera

Angler with deep roots on the Laguna coast

Independent angler, Lower Laguna Madre Fly Fishing Association affiliate

Episode: #97 David Vera - El Jetty Worm//Silver Obsessions

Ryan Maza

Captain, shark fishing guide in South Padre Island area

Captain Ryan Maza

Episode: #96 Ryan Maza - LLM Shark Fishing

Chuck Uzzle

Writer, angler, waterfowler; legendary coast figure

Orange, Texas-based writer and guide

Episode: #95 Chuck Uzzle - Wakes & Drakes//Calcasieu Early Days

Jake Haddock

Angler and inventor of the Featherfoot push-pull foot; guides out of Galveston, Texas

Gordian Sons Outfitters (sponsor in episode)

Episode: #94 Jake Haddock - Galveston Redfish & The Feather Foot

Rob Schumske

Fly angler specializing in tarpon and redfish, Texas Coast resident

Self-employed / angler

Episode: #93 Rob Schumske - Redfish, Tarpon, and Hair Styling

Steve Ellis

Fishing guide and early proponent of fly fishing on Laguna Madre

Episode: #92 Steve JR Ellis - Mansfield Perspectives

Host

Andrés Spinetti

Host of a series exploring fishing, conservation, and community on the Texas Coast, drawing on his expertise as an angler and environmental advocate.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings

Podcast
Love the stories bro! Would love to be on it sometime or maybe one day.
Apple Podcasts
5
Zinsmeyer
United States24 days ago
Awesome
Great podcast
Apple Podcasts
5
The guy who wrote this rating.
United States10 months ago
Best Pod in the Outdoor Industry
Andres has a knack for bringing the best stories out of his guests. If you are a fan of the outdoors in any capacity, you will greatly enjoy this.
Apple Podcasts
5
Bhhb
United States10 months ago
Andres capturing the magic.
This podcast really captures fishing the Texas coast. The conversations with local legends, as well as guides, and community insiders is especially important. Andres knows the questions to ask and just how to capture a compelling conversation. I couldn’t be more excited to listen to every episode. Please continue doing what you’re doing.
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5
Hobie Juan Kenobi
United Statesa year ago
In depth awesome stuff!
Had the pleasure of meeting you at borracho this year and continue to tune in for every episode! Keep up the great work and can’t wait for the next episode!
Apple Podcasts
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Corbinrenner
United Statesa year ago

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The host is highlighted for his ability to draw out meaningful conversations and engage with the fishing community.

The content resonates with those passionate about outdoor activities and environmental conservation.

Audience members frequently remark on the quality and richness of the topics discussed, indicating high satisfaction.

Many find the podcast comforting and reminiscent of conversations among friends, bringing together an engaging variety of guests.

Listeners appreciate the compelling storytelling and depth of experience conveyed by guests.

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Apple Podcasts	#179	United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#63	South Africa/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts	#79	Hong Kong/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#100 Danny Payton: Shallow-Minded, Tunnel-Visionary//Payton's Bay

Q: Do you think that the boats themselves are the reasons that those fish are not there anymore? Or do you think that there's another reason?

Payton points to higher water levels, runoff and chemicals, brown tide, red tide and changes in fish populations as factors in the bay's transformation. He also describes the loss of clear water and the decline of the large schools he once saw.

#100 Danny Payton: Shallow-Minded, Tunnel-Visionary//Payton's Bay

Q: What was it like to run that trot line, what you were using, people you were running with?

Payton describes above-water trotlines baited with piggy perch, and explains how he checked them, collected fish and sold his catch. He also recounts using natural materials as bait after regulations restricted what could be used.

#99 Chuck Fultz - Airboats, TNT, Trout, & TIFT Politics

Q: Speaking to the younger generation, 12, 14, 16, 18, who want to kind of go into the outdoors as a profession, a piece of advice that you'd give them?

Fultz recommends respecting the resource and other people, acting as a steward, and patiently educating people who are unaware of good practices.

#99 Chuck Fultz - Airboats, TNT, Trout, & TIFT Politics

Q: The first question I like to ask, the only scripted question, is your first memory in the outdoors, and then kind of your chronological progression as an outdoorsman.

Fultz describes early fishing trips with his grandfather at a shack on the Intracoastal, watching shrimpers work, and later learning the Lower Laguna Madre from his father and uncle.

#98 Craig Woolly - LLM Early Days // Island Outfitters

Q: How has the culture among guides changed over the years?

There's a contrast between the camaraderie and long-standing professionalism of older guides versus the new “cracker jack” era where social media and competition can erode gardened knowledge and stewardship of the resource.

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Focusing on the vibrant community and culture of the Texas Coast, the content explores a blend of fly fishing, conservation, and the personal stories of individuals connected to these themes. Each episode highlights a different guest, from fishing guides to conservationists, providing technical insights along with poignant narratives about their experiences and the evolution of fishing practices. Listeners can expect to hear heartfelt anecdotes that not only celebrate the fishing community but also stress the importance of conservation and stewardship of natural resources.

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Recent guests on The Laguna Podcast include:

1. Danny Payton
2. Chuck Fultz
3. Craig Woolly
4. David Vera
5. Ryan Maza
6. Chuck Uzzle
7. Jake Haddock
8. Rob Schumske

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