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Owner/Captain of Indepence Sportsfishing Paul Strasser talking about Stan's 13 Day Trip. Pro Angler Dean Rojas discusses the 2015 tournament season and preparation for 2016 Bassmaster Classic. Mike Lum - General Manager of the Fred Hall Ultimate Outdoor Experience shows giving a preview of the next year. Also reveals the news about the new program for "Friends of Rollo" Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson also contributed local reports.

Rod and Reel Radio 11/22/2015

Gerry Mahieu director of the Saltwater Bass Series (SBs) comments on the success of the 2015 season and what fishermen can look forward to in 2016 Charles Sims Pro Bass Angler and only the second Canadian fisherman to qualify for the Bassmaster Classic, relates to our listeners the journey taken to qualify for the 2016 Classic at Grand Lake, OK in March. Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson also contributed local reports.

Rick Grover, owner operator of Anglers Marine. Also included in the show was pro bass angler Aaron Martens

Laurie Howks, Chief Editor and Publisher of the magazine “Girls’, Guns and Rods” a publication dedicated to women with a passion for hunting and fishing. Nathan Staron from the “Lithium Battery Co.” updating us on the advancements of lithium ion technology as it applies to marine batteries. Kevin Kidd-Tackanberry, head Ranger for the San Diego City Lakes, informs us on the upgrades to facilities and other particulars we can expect to see with the upcoming opening of Lake San Vicente. Captain James Nelson offered a timely reminder on how best to use the RockLees Barotrauma Device with the bottom fishing season now upon us.

Brandon Rickman new owner of the Fish Head Spin Co.. formally known as Sworming Hornet talked about how he intends to advance the market show of this product in the fishing community. Wayne Kotow Executive Director for the California Branch of the Coastal Conservation Association on what progress the group has made since his appointment. Transplanted SoCal angler Cameron Smith shared with us his story on fishing the 2015 RAM American Fishing Tour National Championship on Lake Hartwell, SC. Cameron won AOY honors against over 250 anglers fishing that event. Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson updated us on what has been happening this past week on the local saltwater scene. Wendy gave us a report on her recent trip to Lake Guntersville, AL.

Captains Chuck and Steve Taft talk about an epic day of Wahoo fishing aboard the Legend out of H&M Landing this past week. Billy Skinner and Robby Ballew give us the inside dope on a new reality TV fishing series they have in production, Dirty Missions. Ben Heath from Ramona relives his epic adventure catching a 677lb blue marlin last week off the San Diego coast As always Phil Freidman and Captain James Nelson updated us on local fishing conditions.

Jim Salazar Promar Pro Staff member and expert recreations lobster hoop neeter. Kevin Mattson Extreme Outdoorsman with the story about catching a 350 BLUE MARLIN you"ll find fun to hear about

John and the gang are out of town, so we have a best-of show put together with some great guests from the past few months. Guests include: Billy Chapman, Steve Carson, and many more. Also, fresh reports from Phil Friedman, and Captain James Nelson.

Pro Angler and lure designer Bill Siemantel talks to us about his career in the industry. Matt Santora relives with us an account of his record setting catch, a 662lb Blue Marlin Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson update us on local fishing conditions.

Tom Gatch, saltwater expert from about.com talking about traveling, fishing and dining along the north Pacific Baja Coastline Stan and Wendy just back from great Multi-day fishing trips aboard the Top Gun 80 and the Legend out of H&M Landing updated us their awesome fishing experiences. Hopalong had a close encounter with a Mammoth Sea creature and shares the experience. Also, recorded at the 2015 WON Bass US Open, interviews with the top finishing fishermen

Steve from Ramona calling to talk about his first trip to Cedros Island with Cedros Outdoor Adventures. Professional Kayak Guide Kevin Nakada, “The Sea Samurai” Talking about encounters with sharks and the epic fishing to be had off our SoCal coast this year. Cptn Ray Summers, owner/operator Vendetta Sportfishing, finally found time to be with us on the show because he came in early this Sunday with boat limits. Phil Friedman and Cptn James Nelson called in with local reports on the awesome fishing currently to be had.

Steve Carson, Director of the Penn Fishing University. Billy Chapman Jr. Owner of Anglers Inn Mexico, Amazon & Canada.

Cptn. Bill Wilkerson from Malihini Sportfishing out of H&M Landing reported on the epic week of fishing his vessel has experienced from 9/17 to 9/22. Pro angler Brad Knight Champion of the 2015 Forrest L. Wood (FLW) Cup on what it took to win the $500,000 first place purse WON Bass Director Billy Egan updated us on the upcoming 33rd U.S. Open on Lake Mead scheduled for September 14th, 15th & 16th. Phil Friedman called in with the local offshore report including news of the 52 lb Wahoo caught off the Santa Barbara Island. James Nelson reported on the local inshore action including a little information on catching your own bait just in case the bait barge is out.

Ethan Mayes, 10 year old angler who was the overall winner of the 2015 Youth Angler's Tournament on San Diego Bay Pro Bass Angler Aaron Martens in the lead for the 2015 BASS Angler of the Year honors with one last event to fish at Lake St. Clair. As always Phil Friedmen & Captain James Nelson commenting on the fantastic saltwater bite continuing off our SoCal coast.

John Campbell informed us of the upcoming Marlin/Dorado tournament held out of the San Diego Marlin Club Pro bass angler and bass fishing Hall of Fame member Mike Folkestad talked about his career past, present and future. Wayne Kotow updated us on the Make-a- Wish Tuna Challenge preparations. As always Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson kept us updated on local fishing conditions.

Captain Bill Wilkerson, owner and operator of Malihini Sportfishing. Elite Pro angler E2, Edwin Evers & and Phil Friedman with a bonus report on his most recent trip to Loretto Mexico.

Paul Leader owner/operator of El Cajon Ford updating us the upcoming 2015 El Cajon Ford Team Open. Captain Art Taylor owner/operator of Searcher Sportfishing Craig Ghio owner/operator of Anthony Seafood Restaurants talking about the history of the restaurants and the battle they face attempting to keep their iconic location on the San Diego waterfront.

Buck Everingham from the Everingham Brothers Bait Company talked with us regarding current live bait availability. Steve Carson, Penn Fishing Pro Staffer and Instructor gave us some insight how to fishing for tuna with a "popper" Chuck Taft, owner/operator of Sea Adventure Sportfishing updated us on current fishing conditions. Captain James Nelson reported on the local inshore fishing.

We had another fast pace interesting show this past Sunday evening. Capt. Frank Ursitti, Owner/Operator of the Constitution and Ranger 85 and managing partner of H&M Landing, updated us on current SoCal saltwater fishing conditions. Dan Hasbrouck, President of Freedom Boat Club of San Diego with 87 locations throughout the country explained how his company can benefit the non-boat owner. Tom Gatch from About.com Saltwater fishing with Tom Gatch shared with us the current fishing conditions along the North Pacific side of the Baja Peninsula and how to take advantage of the great fishing. As always both Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson kept us informed on what's biting and what’s not off our Socal waters.