Salt Strong Fishing

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By: Joe Simonds

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How To Catch Trout & Redfish During A Cold Front
#700
Yesterday at 10:00 AM

Targeting redfish and speckled trout during a cold front can be tough (if you don't have a proven plan).

But there are a few things that you can immediately do to increase your chances of tight lines during a cold front.

Listen in as Luke shares a fishing trip he just took the day the big cold front hit (and the lessons learned).

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - "Be the Sword!"
10/18/2026

Do you remember the episode from the past about "Be the Tree?"

Well, now it's "Be the sword!"

Find out why in this great story.


Seeing Crab Traps?? Then Target This Tasty Species!
#699
10/13/2026

If you're seeing crab traps in your area (either on the beach or bay), then definitely start targeting the tasty tripletail.

In this episode, Luke shares his best tips on how to find tripletail, best lure they can't resist, some of the bycatch, and more.

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - 10,000 Steps A Day (RESULTS REVEALED)
UNCHURCHED - 10,000 Steps A Day (RESULTS REVEALED) episode artwork
10/11/2026

Fact: Jesus walked everywhere...

Fact: Jesus wasn't overweight...

Fact: You can do it too!

Listen in to these cool results.

Much love,

Joe


20,000,000 Trout Eggs in ONE Trout!
20,000,000 Trout Eggs in ONE Trout! episode artwork
#698
10/06/2026

What an eye-opening conversation Dave Fladd from Release over 20.

We get an update on all of the work they are doing with speckled trout, the new species they have added, along with some really cool science behind Release Over 20.

You don't want to miss this one!


UNCHURCHED - Our Core Beliefs Revealed
10/04/2026

Do you and your family have written down core beliefs?

If not, you aren't alone.

Listen in as I reveal ours (and how powerful this can be).

Enjoy.


Best "BIG FISH" Lure For Fall (so far)
#697
09/29/2026

Luke has been trying a bunch of different lures to kick off the fall season, and this one in particular has caught more BIG fish than any other.

Find out what lure it is (and why it works so well in the fall).

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - Fishing UPSTREAM...
09/27/2026

Are you doing life downstream or upstream?

Most of us do a little of both.

Listen in for a powerful message on how to pursue your best life upstream.


We Sell Fishing Tackle. Here's What We'd STOP Buying.
#696
09/22/2026

Here at Salt Strong/Fish Strong, we sell fishing tackle. Lots of it.

But there are a handful of things we wouldn't buy again.

Listen in as Luke shares his top 3 most painful fishing tackle purchases, and Joe does too.

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - Nice Guys Fishing Last? First? Both???
09/13/2026

Ever heard that "nice guys finish last?"

Well, after this episode, I'm not sure you'll believe that anymore!

Enjoy.


I fished my best spot from 10 years ago. Here's what happened!
#695
09/08/2026

Luke just went back to one of his old spots from 10 years ago... the spot where he would go to catch a 26+ inch speckled trout back in his tournament days.

Listen in on what happened, what shocked him, and the lessons learned.

Tight lines.


UNCHURCHED - Turn $27.14 into $10,000 like this...
09/06/2026

If you're not saving as much money as you would like, then you've got to hear this message. It takes away the complicated and overwhelming parts, for sure.

Much love.

Joe


If You're Still Using Live Bait, Listen To This!
#694
09/01/2026

Still relying on live bait to catch redfish, trout, snook, and flounder?

Don't worry, you aren't alone.

At the same time, I'd be doing a disservice if I didn't share today's message.

Tight lines and enjoy!


UNCHURCHED - Don't Bad Mouth (especially in writing like this)
08/30/2026

Well... I had one of those moments I wish I could redo...

Listen in to find out what happened (and the big learning lesson).

Much love,

Joe


How To Catch FRESHWATER REDFISH (and flounder)!
#693
08/25/2026

This past week, Luke and I absolutely destroyed some freshwater "marsh" redfish and flounder. And yes, it was truly freshwater (not a lick of salt).

Listen in on how we found the spots, what we used, and more.

Tight lines.


UNCHURCHED - Be an Imposter???
08/16/2026

Kind of an odd thing to tell people to become an imposter, but listen in and you'll quickly understand why...

Much love,

Joe


The STRONGEST Shrimp Lure Yet???
#692
08/11/2026

Could this be the strongest and most versatile shrimp lure ever made?

So far, the results have been great with this Prawn XT (extra tough).

Listen in to hear how we are using, how to rig, and more.

Tight lines!


UNCHURCHED - What a Facebook Post Can Teach Us About God, Money, & Politics
08/09/2026

Here's a deep dive into a simple Facebook question about money that revealed so much about God, politics, and a large group of misled people...


Introducing the Florida Coastal Corridor
#691
08/04/2026

The state of Florida has introduced some exciting conservation news... the Florida Coastal Corridor!

Listen in to hear about this big initiative, how this will help our fisheries, and who's behind it.

Big thanks to Nick Wiley, Executive Director of the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, for coming on the show to share.


UNCHURCHED - Easiest Way To Lose 10LBS in 30 Days (no diet change)
08/02/2026

If you're hoping to lose 10 pounds (or more) without having to change your diet, then you're going to love this one!

Best news: I did this myself, and it worked like a charm!


ICAST, "Closet Insiders," Micro Prawn, & New OTIS Reel!
#690
07/28/2026

Lots to discuss on this brand new episode!

Luke and I cover what we saw at ICAST, a new micro prawn lure, the new Otis reel, and "closet Salt Strong Insiders."

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - AI, God, & The Future... with Chris McAlister
07/19/2026

My good friend Chris McAlister just published his 10th book... and it's all about AI and the future.

Blew my mind!

So I wanted to bring him on to talk about the 3% Shift (name of his book) and what he believes the future will look like.

Enjoy!


Turn Your Phone Into A BOAT GPS on Steroids!
#689
07/14/2026

Want to see how to turn your phone into a GPS more powerful than the units found on most center console boats?

Then you don't want to miss this!

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - The world is a mirror of you...
07/12/2026

If you're not 100% content with everything around you, you'll love this one!


The Best Boat For New Saltwater Fishermen
#688
07/07/2026

In this episode, we break down the best boat options for newer saltwater anglers (or at least new to boat ownership).

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - I was BUSTED drinking beer on TV!!!
07/05/2026

Yep... busted drinking beer on ESPN!

Listen in and find out what happened (along with the lesson learned).


Best Fishing Knot For Beginners To Master
#687
06/30/2026

What's the best knot for beginner saltwater fishermen to master?

Find out in this week's podcast.

Plus, you'll discover the second-best knot along with the reason advanced anglers should NOT use this popular knot.

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - 5 Questions That Will Alter Your Life...
06/21/2026

Could answering 5 simple questions really change the entire trajectory of your life?

For people like Walt Disney, Steve Jobs, and Mother Teresa, it did.

So if these questions are good enough for them, why can't we benefit from them...

Enjoy.


The Best Wade Fishing Rod Ever???
#686
06/16/2026

Wader Dave goes wade fishing at least 5 times per week (sometimes doubles on each day). So the guy definitely has more "time on the water" than most.

So we had Dave on to discuss what he believes is one the best wade fishing rods out there (for targeting redfish, trout, snook, and flounder).

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - Our Creator is dog-gone Creative!!
06/14/2026

I had a close call in a car accident this week... and it really got me thinking how amazing (and creative) God is.

Listen in and enjoy


This Rigging Hack Skyrockets Summer Redfish Results
#685
06/09/2026

Want to catch more redish, trout, snook, and flounder this summer?

Then you don't want to miss this episode where Luke shares the exact lure and rigging he's been using to crush the fish (in an area that the live bait anglers struggle with).

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - Zoe
06/07/2026

Zoe is defined as absolute fullness of life... here's how to find it.

Enjoy


The Science Behind BLACK LURES
#684
06/02/2026

Ever used a black fishing lures?

Some anglers swear it's their go-to confidence color.

Find out why.


UNCHURCHED - "God does not play dice..."
05/31/2026

This is a quote from one of the most famous scientists and inventors of all time. And it came after he spent years trying to discover if the universe was made by God (a higher power) or by chance.

Enjoy.


Fishermen vs FWC (when anglers fight back)
#683
05/26/2026

If you didn't hear the news, FWC made a pretty wild change in out of state fishing licenses (without any vote or input), and then were forced to change it back (because of the uproar from leaders such as Capt. Dylan Hubbard, ASA, and many more).

Listen in as Capt Dylan Hubbard shares what happened, and how a grassroots-led movement got it reversed.

Enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - Just Found $8,000!!! Here's how you can too!
05/24/2026

I've been traveling the last couple of weeks (hence no unchurched episodes), and when I came home, I discovered an $8,000 surprise!

Listen in as I share what happened.

Much love,

Joe


How 2,000 Catch Logs Help This Angler Predict Redfish & Trout
#682
05/19/2026

Ever use a catch log?

If not, you will after you hear this!

Listen in as somewhat new angler (he's only been fishing for 3 years) Bill Olsen shares how he's using his catch log to predict exactly where the fish will be. So far, he's batting 100%!

Tight lines and enjoy.


UNCHURCHED - 3 Deep Breaths = A New You
05/03/2026

If you haven't tried this breathing technique, you're missing out!

Might even help you avoid an argument...

Enjoy.


Your Fish-Catching PROBLEM Isn't Your Lure... It's This
#681
04/28/2026

So many anglers incorrectly think the reason they aren't catching fish in a spot is due to their lure or bait.

WRONG.

You might be thinking the real answer is your fishing spot. Close. The real answer is the right spot at the right time under the right conditions.

Listen in as we share how to find the perfect spots (and then what lure to use in each spot).


UNCHURCHED - War & Church
04/26/2026

I've personally noticed a very interesting trend since this war kicked off...

Listen in to find out.

I think you'll really like this one.