Lines in the Water Podcast
Lines in the Water Podcast; a saltwater fishing podcast for anglers of all skill levels, where we share our experiences and love of fishing. Hosted by Capt. Todd Wilson and Carlos A. Obregon; join us for stories, anecdotes, tips, environmental effects, and fishing reports from Corpus Christi Bay all the way down to South Bay.
Episodes
From the bays of Corpus Christi to the deep waters of the Gulf, Capt. Danny Jackson of Get Bent Charters joins Lines In The Water for a conversation about fishing, family and building a charter business on the Texas Coast.
In Season 2, Episode 9, Danny shares his journey from serving in the Army to earning his captain's license and growing an operation that offers both Corpus Christi inshore fishing and Texas offshore fishing.
We g...
Capt. Oscar Estringel joins the Lines in the Water Podcast for a conversation packed with Baffin Bay fishing stories, trophy trout talk, guiding lessons, boats, lures, night fishing, and plenty of laughs.
In Season 2, Episode 8, Oscar shares how his passion for fishing eventually turned into a full-time guiding career. He talks about learning from experienced anglers, putting in the time to understand the water, and why mentorship ...
A single fish can change your life.
This week on Lines in the Water, Capt. Dom Lopez shares the unforgettable story of catching the 2019 CCA Red Tagged Redfish, winning a truck and boat, and how that moment helped launch his career as a professional Texas fishing guide.
Along the way, we discuss tournament fishing, fishing logs, barometric pressure, topwater strategies, finding trophy trou...
Fishing has the power to do far more than catch fish—it can change lives.
This week on Lines in the Water Podcast, we sit down with Joseph Briones from the Heroes on the Water Coastal Bend Chapter to learn how the organization is helping veterans, first responders, and their families find healing through kayak fishing.
We discuss the planning behind each event, the volunteers who mak...
Building a fishing lure company isn't easy—but Chris Esquivel is chasing that dream one cast at a time.
In this episode of Lines in the Water Podcast, Chris shares how his love of fishing inspired him to launch Triple Target Lure Company, where he hand-pours garlic-scented soft plastics designed for Texas inshore anglers.
The crew discusses custom lure design, targeting redfish, trou...
Duane and Sarah Zurovec join us for an entertaining conversation about tournament fishing, guiding, wade fishing, and chasing trophy trout and redfish along the Texas Coast.
We discuss how they got started in competitive fishing, what it takes to consistently find fish during tournaments, the transition into guiding, and how years of experience on the water have shaped their approach to fishing.
Along the way, we share stories abou...
This week on the Lines In The Water Podcast, the crew sits down with lure innovator and hardcore angler Michael Okruhlik of Knockin Tail Lures to talk saltwater fishing, lure design, big trout, surf fishing, and what really triggers fish to strike. Michael breaks down the technology behind his rattling paddle tails, shares stories from the Texas coast, and talks about turning an idea into a growing fishing brand. From beach fishing...
In this episode, we sit down with Corpus Christi angler Lucas Comisky to talk about targeting big trout at night, sight casting redfish, and mastering wade fishing techniques. From lure selection and matching the hatch to understanding moon phases and feeding behavior, this episode is packed with actionable insights for anglers looking to improve on the Texas coast.
Season 2 kicks off with Captain Marvin Zinsmeyer as we break down real-world saltwater fishing—from battling wind in the Upper Laguna Madre to choosing the right lures and techniques for trout and redfish. Whether you’re a weekend angler or tournament fisherman, this episode delivers practical insights and stories from the water that will help you catch more fish.
In this episode of Lines in the Water, the crew sits down with a rising young angler and new captain, Capt. Carlos Obregon II, as he shares his first experience fishing a competitive saltwater tournament.
From battling tough conditions at the Islander Anglers Tournament to learning hard lessons about preparation, teamwork, and confidence, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to compete. The guys also break down gear s...
In this episode of Lines In The Water, we sit down with Captain James Sánchez—full-time fishing guide, former science teacher, and marine biologist—to break down what it really takes to become a better angler.
From wade fishing the Laguna Madre to teaching clients the “why” behind every catch, Captain James shares a unique perspective that blends science, experience, and real-world fishing knowledge.
We cove...
In this episode of Lines In The Water, we sit down with Jennifer Strassel of Pirate Metalworks—an Alaskan commercial fisherman turned full-time metal artist with an unbelievable story.
From running massive fishing vessels in Alaska to crafting custom steel fish art, Jennifer shares wild behind-the-scenes stories of life on crab boats, gill netting in Bristol Bay, and the realities of commercial fishing that most people never ...
In this episode of Lines In The Water, we talk with Captain Alex Muro of Xander Ray on the Bay about what it takes to become a full-time fishing guide.
Alex shares how he left a stable career to chase his passion for fishing, the reality of running over 200 fishing trips a year, and how he balances guiding with family life.
We also dive into spring fishing transitions, favorite trout lures, wade fishing strategies, and some unforge...
In Episode 16 of Lines In The Water, Capt. Todd Wilson and Carlos A. Obregon sit down with Barney Keeton and Alex Quintanilla from Fat Cat Boats 2.0 to discuss the future of boat building in Texas.
They break down the grand opening of their Corpus Christi facility, new production upgrades, infusion hull technology, custom builds, service department expansion, wiring harness innovations, and the upcoming 19 Phantom release.
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In Episode 15 of Lines In The Water, hosts Capt. Todd Wilson and Carlos A. Obregon sit down with Matt King of Hit Run Lures and Captain Gilbert Esquivel of Baffin Bay Outdoor Adventures to discuss Hit Run Lures and trophy speckled trout fishing in Baffin Bay, Texas.
Topics include saltwater lure durability, durometer and plastic blends, paddle tail design, color spectrum science in trout vision, retrieve speed adjustments, fishing ...
In this episode of Lines In The Water, Capt. Todd Wilson and Carlos A. Obregon go old school with a no-guest, just-the-guys conversation that every angler can relate to. From cold-water trout fishing and winter gear to confidence in rods, reels, lures, and line, this episode dives deep into the mindset that actually puts fish on the stringer.
They break down favorite soft plastics, jig heads, braid vs leader debates, winter trout t...
In this episode of Lines In The Water, Captain Todd Wilson and Carlos A. Obregon sit down with John and Alicia Little for a wide-ranging fishing conversation you don’t want to miss. From solunar tables and moon phases to big trout stories, bass fishing across the country, guiding memories, and bait vs artificial debates, this episode is packed with real-world fishing knowledge.
John and Alicia share decades of experience on t...
In this heartfelt and story-rich episode of Lines In The Water, Captain Todd and Carlos sit down with John Little and his daughter Megan, a true father-daughter fishing team with deep Texas Coast roots. The conversation covers wade fishing, trophy trout, redfish battles, confidence in lures, fishing as a family tradition, and how fishing can shape a lifetime.
John shares unforgettable stories from guiding, his Coast Guard service, ...
In this festive and information-packed episode of Lines In The Water, Carlos and Captain Todd are joined by returning guest Sonny Trujillo of Premier Boating Centers to talk winter fishing tactics, wade fishing gear, boat buying tips, Yamaha outboards, and shallow-water performance.
The crew dives into fog safety on the water, winter trout behavior, reading slicks and bait, corky techniques, and why presentation matters more than c...
In this episode of Lines In The Water, Carlos sits down with guest co-host Capt. Carlos A. Obregon II and rising Coastal Bend tournament angler Brock Barton for a deep dive into saltwater fishing, wade fishing, trout tactics, redfish strategies, and tournament prep. They share wild stories, from 10-pound trout in Baffin Bay to learning the craft through Google Maps scouting, gear advice for beginners, and how moon phases, pressure ...
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