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This reading list includes the most influential and transformative books we’ve ever read, plus the recommendations of all our podcast guests.
These books will have you inspired to grow, improve and fish all over the globe!
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“Ultimately, the bond of all companionship, whether in marriage of friendship, is conversation.”
– Oscar Wilde
This week, a little something different. We are recapping our “Conversations Between Guests” segment of the show, and recreating the actual community conversation we had throughout the year. It is a fun ride!
Thanks to all the guests who were a part of the show this year. In order of appearance:
- Joe Hemelt (Colorado Drifters)
- Diogo Deassis and Peter Van De Merwe (Frequent Flyers)
- Colten Tidwell (Wild Orca)
- Kevin Onsrud (Casting Feathers & Fur)
- Ray Cameron (Pop’s Flies)
- Joshua Torrez (Afuera Outdoors)
- Garret Lesko (Oregon Fly Tying)
- Peter Stitcher (Ascent Fly Fishing)
- JJ Naico (Down2Fish)
- Robert Betts (Cutthroat Fly Shop)
- Coltin Gresser (Degenerate Fish Hippies)
- Eric Oram (Two Rivers Fly Shop)
- Chase Coyle (Slayfest Fishing)
- Andrew Todd (Flyathlon)
- Grant Powell (Temperance & Penn)
- Tom Rosenbauer (Orvis Fly Fishing)
- David Coggins (Author of The Believer & The Optimist)
- Brian Beach (Fins & Pins)
- Kevin Hein (Renewal Counseling)
- Mark Walinske (Margo & Lola)
- Jennifer Wallace (NYT Best Selling Author of ‘Never Enough’)
- Joshua Caldwell (Director of ‘Mending the Line’)
- Chris Lyford (Senior Editor of Psychotherapy Networker)
- Spence Neubauer (Eagle River Whisky)
- David Pitt (KC Flats Co.)
- Erik Johnsen (TroutRoutes)
- Kyle Bakko (Umpqua Signature Fly Tyer)
Questions? Comments? Email us at mailbag@guysfishingweekend.com
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The Guys Fishing Weekly is a podcast dedicated to the camaraderie of men through fishing. Hosted by Ed and Reid, it’s where men gather to share not just the thrill of the catch but the deeper connections forged on the water. Each episode dives into stories, tips, and interviews that celebrate the bonds between fishermen. From tales of early morning casts to arguing about the size of the one that got away, it’s a space for men to connect over shared passions and experiences. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just starting, here’s where you find your crew, united by the love of fishing.
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The Fishing Game
