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The Saltwater Euphoria Podcast

Captain Ricky Wheeler
Sport Fishing
Fishing
Tuna Fishing
Fishing Techniques
Sportfishing
Commercial Fishing
Tuna
Marlin Expeditions
Billfishing
Fishing Conditions
Charter Fishing
Guatemala
Fishing Education
Ocean City, Maryland
Dominican Republic
Staten Island Tuna Club
Youth Fishing Programs
Galapagos
Tackle Manufacturing
Wolfpack Tackle

There are so many ways to approach your time on the water, and how to obtain that pure feeling of freedom we get when we are on and around the saltwater. I hope to expand everyone’s approach through this podcast by offering an avenue in which you can learn from not only my experiences and stories but also hear from others who have the same passion and love for sportfishing in every respect. I pers... more

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Latest Episodes

In Episode 80, our host, Captain Ricky Wheeler, talks with Zak Smith of Route 113 Boat Sales. Zak has a pure passion for boats, fishing, and boating, and it shines through in this podcast. He dives into the latest boat tech from Seakeeper Ride, elect... more

In Episode 79, our host, Captain Ricky Wheeler, talks with Matthew Milne. Matthew has spent his entire life being obsessed with fishing. Growing up in Trinidad & Tobago, it was only natural that he would gravitate towards chasing tarpon. As he grew t... more

In Episode 78, our host, Captain Ricky Wheeler, talks with Chris Huk, the owner and operator of the 50' Henriques Charter Boat named Restless Lady 2, hailing out of Ocean City, MD. They dive into tuna fishing in the Middle Atlantic, charter fishing i... more

In Episode 77, our host, Captain Ricky Wheeler, talks with Blaine Birch, the Captain of the 62' Viking "Taylor Jean" about their year in 2025 fishing in tournaments from FL, Bahamas, and up the East Coast up to New York. What they accomplished in top... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Huk
Owner and operator of Restless Lady 2, experienced sportfisherman
Restless Lady 2
Episode: Ep. 78 - "Restless Lady 2" w/ Chris Huk
Blaine Birch
Fisherman and sportfishing expert from the Taylor Jean
Taylor Jean, Brielle, New Jersey
Episode: Ep. 77 - "Tournament Trail on Taylor Jean" w/ Blaine Birch
Shane Jarvis
Owner of Sportfish Panama Island Lodge
Sportfish Panama Island Lodge
Episode: Ep. 76 - "Sport Fish Panama" w/ Shane Jarvis
Spencer Johnson
Fisherman and competitor in the SFC
Episode: Ep. 75 - "Billfishing the Gulf & Winning the SFC" w/ Spencer Johnson
Dean Comberbach
First mate on the boat Catch, experienced in marlin fishing around Africa.
Episode: Ep. 74 - "Marlin Fishing Africa and Big Fish Hotspots" w/ Dean Comberbach
Paul Hamel Smith
Owner operator of a fishing boat and recent winner of the St. Lucia Blue Marlin Tournament
Self-employed
Episode: Ep. 73 - "Fishing the Windward Islands" w/ Paul Hamel Smith
Nick Bovell
Seasoned captain and mate with extensive experience in big game fishing.
Episode: Ep. 72 - "Fishing Far Off Waters" w/ Nick Bovell
Jon Azato
Captain and owner of No Limit Sportfishing
No Limit Sportfishing
Episode: Ep. 70 - "Bluefins, Bigeyes, and Blackfish" w/ Jon Azato
Jimmy Brown
Professional sportfisherman with extensive experience and notable achievements in fishing tournaments
Episode: Ep. 69 - "Billfishing through the World" w/ Jimmy Brown

Host

Ricky Wheeler
Host of The Saltwater Euphoria Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Great SportFishing Podcast

    Been catching up all all the episodes this offseason. Ricky does a great job with the guests and his q&a episodes. Feel like I am learning a little something each show. Great work. Worth the listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Csmitty1221
    United Statesa year ago
  • A good listen

    Awesome show with great information and stories. Love listening to the stories and chatter about what goes on and what went on in the past.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whalepuck
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good saltwater fishing pod

    Trying to educate and international spots

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    petermek
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    I love to fish, I love boats even more. This podcast has lots of both. For me it’s been a wonderful distraction and highly entertaining. Ricky is clearly passionate and it really comes through in the podcasts. Keep up the great work Ricky!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    devinfmc
    United States2 years ago
  • Must listen! very knowledgeable and great entertainment

    Captain Ricky and guests are very entertaining and very knowledgable. Keep em coming. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tunaslayer007
    United States2 years ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 68 - "Grenada & a 919" w/ Stephen Parkinson
Q: How did you get into fishing? What got you into it?
I've been fishing since I was five years old, starting with small catches in the north of England and growing into charter fishing in Grenada.
Ep. 74 - "Marlin Fishing Africa and Big Fish Hotspots" w/ Dean Comberbach
Q: So tell everybody who you are, where you're from and how you got into sportfishing.
Dean introduces himself as a mate on the Catch, sharing his African roots in fishing, from tiger fishing in Zimbabwe to becoming deeply involved in big marlin fishing.
Ep. 71 - "Q&A - Tuna, Marlin, and more" w/ Ricky Wheeler
Q: When do the yellowfin usually stop biting?
In New Jersey, yellowfin usually stop biting around early to mid-November, specifically as temperatures drop to about 60 to 64 degrees.
Ep. 71 - "Q&A - Tuna, Marlin, and more" w/ Ricky Wheeler
Q: What pound leader fluorocarbon do you use when chunking tunas?
Typically, I start with 40-pound fluorocarbon and drop down to 30 if necessary, depending on the bites received.
Ep. 71 - "Q&A - Tuna, Marlin, and more" w/ Ricky Wheeler
Q: What makes tuna fishing off New Jersey unique compared to other tuna fisheries around the world?
New Jersey has a wider variety of tuna species and numerous fishing methods are effective, making it a diverse and unique fishery.

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This show centers on sportfishing, with deep dives into tournament circuits, destination fisheries, charter operations, and practical gear and technique tips. Guests range from charter captains and lodge owners to noted anglers, offering hard-earned fishing knowledge, travel insights, and behind-the-boat stories. Listeners likely pursue offshore and bluewater fishing, boat upgrades, and sustainable, productivity-minded approaches to the sport. A standout is the host's hands-on enthusiasm and ability to pull diverse guests into actionable discussions for both aspiring and seasoned anglers.

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Recent guests on The Saltwater Euphoria Podcast include:

1. Chris Huk
2. Blaine Birch
3. Shane Jarvis
4. Spencer Johnson
5. Dean Comberbach
6. Paul Hamel Smith
7. Nick Bovell
8. Jon Azato

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