State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group

State of Sportfishing - By Billfish Group
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Welcome to the first ever podcast by & for FISHERMEN & BOATING ENTHUSIASTS!! We sit down with unique guests to bring you the most informative & entertaining information about topics that we're passionate about 

  1. 5d ago

    EP 141: Big Rock 2026 Recap and More

    The boys are back - no guest this week, just shooting the shit! The crew breaks down Marlin Fever’s record-breaking $6.5 million Big Rock payout before diving into the realities of running a sportfish boat. They also briefly swap stories about rookie fishing mistakes, review the latest sea-surface temperature apps, and share advice on making the jump from mate to captain.

    54 min

  2. Jun 23

    EP 140: 75 Scarborough ‘Skin Deep’

    The boys are joined by Chris Haley, owner of the 2026 75 Scarborough Boatworks “Skin Deep”. Team ‘Skin Deep’ is captained by Kyle Smith. Chris walks us through the process of designing the new boat, why he went with certain options, their travel and tournament plans and more Tune in on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fI9XxC4gJDbeJzpWDK5eI Watch full episode to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BillfishTV Check out our gear at: https://billfishgear.com/ To our socials, Instagram links: - Follow Leo at @billfishgroup https://www.instagram.com/billfishgroup?igsh=dDd3YjFjanY2Yzls - ⁠Follow Mark on @gmyachtservices https://www.instagram.com/gmyachtservices?igsh=bWc4Mm1vbzZ0ZXpw - ⁠Follow Bob on @trollnaked https://www.instagram.com/trollnaked?igsh=MXE1M2wzeWgxNmJsaA== - ⁠Follow Chase on roa_sportfishing https://www.instagram.com/roa_sportfishing?igsh=MXB5bGp5MTE0MGt3Mw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billfishgroup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@billfishgroup

    1 hr

  3. Jun 16

    EP 139: 46 Sparks, Dream Center Console Build

    The boys are joined by Michael Grandonico, owner of the 46 Sparks Boatworks “Roll out”. Mike grew up fishing his whole life tournament fishing and was fortunate enough to get to build his dream Center Console. No Buggy Top, Tower Legs as thick as Sportfish yachts, Remote control teaser reels and more. Hear the story behind the build and how he’s been using the boat since taking delivery. Tune in on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fI9XxC4gJDbeJzpWDK5eI Watch full episode to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BillfishTV Check out our gear at: https://billfishgear.com/ To our socials, Instagram links: - Follow Leo at @billfishgroup https://www.instagram.com/billfishgroup?igsh=dDd3YjFjanY2Yzls - ⁠Follow Mark on @gmyachtservices https://www.instagram.com/gmyachtservices?igsh=bWc4Mm1vbzZ0ZXpw - ⁠Follow Bob on @trollnaked https://www.instagram.com/trollnaked?igsh=MXE1M2wzeWgxNmJsaA== - ⁠Follow Chase on roa_sportfishing https://www.instagram.com/roa_sportfishing?igsh=MXB5bGp5MTE0MGt3Mw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billfishgroup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@billfishgroup

    1h 2m

  4. Jun 9

    EP 138 Barker Boatworks, 40' Cat and More!

    Today we're joined by Kevin Basirico, CEO at Barker Boatworks. Kevin has wore many hats during his time at Barker until ultimately buying the company and taking on the role of CEO. Kevin gives us an inside look into what it's like to operate a boat brand, what makes the Barker difference.  Tune in on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fI9XxC4gJDbeJzpWDK5eI Watch full episode to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BillfishTV Check out our gear at: https://billfishgear.com/ To our socials, Instagram links: - Follow Leo at @billfishgroup https://www.instagram.com/billfishgroup?igsh=dDd3YjFjanY2Yzls - ⁠Follow Mark on @gmyachtservices https://www.instagram.com/gmyachtservices?igsh=bWc4Mm1vbzZ0ZXpw - ⁠Follow Bob on @trollnaked https://www.instagram.com/trollnaked?igsh=MXE1M2wzeWgxNmJsaA== - ⁠Follow Chase on roa_sportfishing https://www.instagram.com/roa_sportfishing?igsh=MXB5bGp5MTE0MGt3Mw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billfishgroup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@billfishgroup

    1h 11m

  5. Jun 2

    EP 137: Building 56 Freeman Hull #2

    The boys are joined by Lancen Halbert, who will be running the 56 Freeman Hull #2! Lancen is managing the build closely as they prepare to hit the ground running this tournament season. They plan on fishing the White Marlin Open and several other tournaments as soon as she’s done. Please enjoy the the inside story of what it’s like to build a Freeman Boatworks 56! Tune in on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fI9XxC4gJDbeJzpWDK5eI Watch full episode to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BillfishTV Check out our gear at: https://billfishgear.com/ To our socials, Instagram links: - Follow Leo at @billfishgroup https://www.instagram.com/billfishgroup?igsh=dDd3YjFjanY2Yzls - ⁠Follow Mark on @gmyachtservices https://www.instagram.com/gmyachtservices?igsh=bWc4Mm1vbzZ0ZXpw - ⁠Follow Bob on @trollnaked https://www.instagram.com/trollnaked?igsh=MXE1M2wzeWgxNmJsaA== - ⁠Follow Chase on roa_sportfishing https://www.instagram.com/roa_sportfishing?igsh=MXB5bGp5MTE0MGt3Mw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billfishgroup/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@billfishgroup

    59 min

  6. May 26

    EP136 - Team Rising Sons, The Gulf Circuit and Female Anglers

    The boys are joined by Toby Berthelot and Jacelyn Berthelot of team Rising Sons. Toby tells us how their program got started, carrying bladders in the back of a Proline Center Console all the way to the team competing in the Sportfishing Championship and winning BIG in the Bisbee’s down in Mexico. Hope y’all love it!

    1h 25m

  7. May 19

    EP135 - Reputation, Firing Customers, Charleston Billfish Invitational, Elite Charter Operation Insights

    Leo, Chase and Bob sit down to discuss The Charleston Billfish Invitational, Fishing with the Rising Sons, What it takes to run a startup and scaleups, Firing Clients and awesome experiences with clients.

    1h 12m

  8. May 12

    EP 134: John Floyd of F&S Yachts joins the pod!

    Legendary boat builder John Floyd and his team join the podcast to discuss their latest build, the 82’ F&S “You Never Know”. They previously had a 72’ F&S and are now in the process of taking delivery of their new 82. John talks about the challenges involving boatbuilding in an inflationary environment, the ins and outs of boat building and more!

    1h 10m
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Welcome to the first ever podcast by & for FISHERMEN & BOATING ENTHUSIASTS!! We sit down with unique guests to bring you the most informative & entertaining information about topics that we're passionate about 

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  • Creator
    State of Sportfishing - By Billfish Group
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    147
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group
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    State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group

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