The Ugly Bug Podcast

Mar 04 2024 21 ep. 27 mins 3
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Welcome to The Ugly Bug Podcast, an unconventional fly fishing podcast where Ugly Bug Flyshop owner and guide Blake Jackson sits down to share conversations and drinks with friends across the fly fishing world. Listen, learn, and laugh as Blake and friends discuss insights into angling, hilarious mishaps, fishing education, and everything in between.

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Dry Fly Fishing the North Platte with Tyler Soulek

Mar 04 2024 26 mins  
In this week's episode Blake chats with veteran guide Tyler Soulek about dry fly fishing on the North Platte. Check it out!

Wyoming Pike with Kody Luckow

Feb 19 2024 29 mins  
It's not just trout in Wyoming! In this episode, Kody Luckow joins Blake to discuss Wyoming's exciting pike opportunities. The two discuss best tips and tactics in targeting the exciting species of Pike. Check it out!

Streamer Fishing with Andy Brust

Feb 05 2024 29 mins  
Anyone familiar with the North Platte knows that Andy Brust is a streamer guru! In this episode, Blake picks his brain about everything from gear, streamer design, and best tactics for tailwater streamer fishing. You don't want to miss this episode!

Season Two Trailer

Jan 02 2024 1 mins  
We want to thank each of you for joining us on Season One of The Ugly Bug Podcast! Season Two is coming very soon with more conversations, tips, and laughs! Stay tuned....

Curtis Fleming of Fly Rod Chronicles

Nov 28 2023 35 mins  
In this week's episode, Blake is joined by Curtis Fleming, host of Fly Rod Chronicles. The two share a lively conversation about Curtis' fishing journeys, how media is shaping angling, and the importance of family. You don't want to miss this episode!

Gear and Guiding with Braden Miller

Nov 13 2023 25 mins  
In this week's episode, Blake sits down to chat with TFO Youth Ambassador Braden Miller about everything from fly design to a variety of gear as he begins his guiding career. You don't want to miss this episode!

Blue Line Co with Adam Hudson

Oct 30 2023 32 mins  
In this week's episode, Blake chats with Blue Line Co.'s Adam Hudson about fly design, being a YouTube sensation, and traveling the country chasing fish. You don't want to miss this episode!

Challenging Traditional Fishing Norms with Flyoming's Ty Morton

Oct 02 2023 25 mins  
In this week's episode, Blake shares a conversation with Ty Morton, owner and founder of Flyoming about being a creative small business owner while instigating change within the industry. You don't want to miss this episode!

Intro to Fly Tying with Adam Pennington

Aug 28 2023 34 mins  
In this week's episode, Blake chats with Crazy Rainbow guide Adam Pennington about fly tying. During their conversation, the two discuss the advantage of fly tying, how to select a vise, as well as tips that both beginners and long-time fly tyers will find insightful.

Carving a Spot in the Fly Fishing Industry with CiCi Oliver

Aug 14 2023 31 mins  
In this week's episode, Blake chats with Ugly Bug shop manager CiCi Oliver about her journey working in the fly fishing industry. CiCi shares her passion for all things fly-fishing, offers humorous anecdotes, and drops real-life wisdom on how she earned a prominent spot in the industry right out of college. You don't want to miss this episode!