Menu
Hooked on Adventure

Exploring the World of Fly Fishing with April Vokey

Anchored Podcast Ep. 284: Ben Sippola on Wading in Jandals

Ben Sippola — also known as Benny-Sip — is a New Zealand-based writer whose work is rooted in rivers, fly fishing, and the spaces in between. A former professional footballer turned coach, he’s now the author of books like Wading in Jandals and A River Runs, and a regular contributor to The Fly Fish Journal. The post Anchored Podcast Ep. 284: Ben Sippola on Wading in Jandals appeared first on Anchored Outdoors....

Anchored Podcast Ep. 283: April Vokey on Being Human

In this episode of Anchored, we’re doing something a little different. I was recently a guest on the Outside podcast with PaddyO where we discussed some of the more… umm,...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 282: Phil Monahan on a Quick Start Guide to Fly Fishing

Phil Monahan⁠ is a longtime fly-fishing writer, editor, and educator. Phil has spent years translating complex techniques — everything from trout behaviour to knot systems and presentation strategies — into...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 281: Spencer Siem — Guardians of the Feather

Spencer Siem is a New Mexico–based fly fishing guide known for his deep knowledge of Southwestern waters and his connection to the Feather Thief legacy. Blending technical precision with a...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 280: Mikael Frödin on Why You Should Care About Atlantic Salmon

Mikael Frödin⁠ is a renowned fly fisherman, innovator, and fly designer whose influence spans decades of modern salmon and trout fishing. Best known for his pioneering work with tube flies...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 279: Clark “Cheech” Pierce on Innovation and Fly Fish Food

Clark “Cheech” Pierce is a fly tyer, educator, and co-founder of Fly Fish Food, one of the most influential fly-tying brands in the industry. Known for his creative patterns, clear...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 278: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started Fly Fishing

This episode of Anchored is a little different. I recorded it while in steelhead camp this year, and my hope is that you’ll share it with someone in your life...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 277: Alberta’s Trout Trust on Protecting Fisheries & Tackling Fish Entrainment

In this episode of Anchored, we discuss the challenges facing Alberta’s fisheries, and how anglers, advocates, and conservationists are working together to tackle issues like fish entrainment and habitat protection....

Anchored Podcast Ep. 276: Diane Michelin on Painting, Wild Places, and Inspiration

Diane Michelin is a Canadian watercolour artist whose work is deeply rooted in the spirit and subtleties of fly fishing. Born in Montreal, she now lives on Vancouver Island, British...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 275: James Christmas on the Seychelles, South Africa, the NYAP and Giving Back

James Christmas is an accomplished fishing guide whose career has taken him from the remote flats of the Seychelles to destinations across the globe. Alongside his guiding, he has designed...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 274: In the Current with Brian Silvey

Brian Silvey is a legendary Oregon guide and fly designer who has spent more than thirty years on the Deschutes, Sandy, and Clackamas Rivers. Known for his innovative patterns, he’s...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 273: Nick Lyons, A Century of Influence

Nick Lyons is a renowned fly fisher, author, and publisher whose influence has shaped the landscape of modern angling literature. A former professor of English at Hunter College, Lyons left...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 271: From the West Wing to the Riverbank: Rahm Emanuel on Fly Fishing and Public Life

Rahm Emanuel is an American diplomat, politician, and former White House Chief of Staff. Outside of public service, Rahm is a dedicated fly angler who finds solace and clarity on...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 270: Lines, Water, and Wilderness: A Conversation with Bob White

Bob White is a celebrated artist and former fishing guide known for his evocative fly fishing and wingshooting artwork. With a background in guiding across Alaska and South America, his...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 269: Mikey Wier, From Soulfish to CalTrout

Mikey Wier is a lifelong angler, filmmaker, and conservationist based in California. Raised in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Mikey has spent decades exploring and documenting the wild waters of the...

Anchored Podcast Ep. 268: Andrew Weiner, Down by the River

Andy Weiner is a passionate fly angler and the author of Down By the River⁠, an award-winning children’s book that celebrates the joys of fly fishing and family. In this...
Mini-Course

Breaking Down the Spey Cast

This mini-course helps students understand the fundamentals of the Spey cast so that they can maximise their time on the water.

Get The Class For Free!
Instagram

Follow Me on Instagram

©2026 April Vokey. All Rights Reserved.
Made by Jelly Pixel Studio, Maintained by Keep Site Up.
Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube