Permit To Think

Mike Dawes, IRONBOUND Media
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Meaningful stories and conversations from the fringe of societal norms.

  1. Cosmoledo - Blue Safari Fly Fishing

    Jun 12

    Cosmoledo - Blue Safari Fly Fishing

    Permit to Think — Episode 33 Cosmoledo | Blue Safari Fly Fishing Host: Mike Dawes, Westbank Anglers Guests: Colin (Operations Manager, Westbank Anglers) | Keith Rose-Innes (Managing Director, Blue Safari / Alphonse Fishing Company) Episode DescriptionWhat happens when the GT capital of the world lives up to every bit of the hype? In Episode 33 of Permit to Think, host Mike Dawes sits down with Westbank Anglers Operations Manager Colin and Blue Safari Managing Director Keith Rose-Innes to break down one of the most remote, raw, and unforgettable fly fishing destinations on the planet — Cosmoledo Atoll in the Seychelles. Keith brings nearly 30 years of Seychelles experience to the table, including a firsthand account of witnessing GTs eat birds off the water — the original discovery that sparked the now-famous footage seen on Blue Planet 2. Colin brings the wide-eyed perspective of a first-time Cosmo angler, fresh off a trip that left him, in Mike's words, "glowing like he'd just met his first girlfriend." Together, they map out the full Blue Safari operation — from permit-junky flats to the bumphead parrotfish of Farquhar, the iconic milkfish fishery at Alphonse, and the wild, barely-explored Astove — before zeroing in on what makes Cosmoledo something else entirely.About the Guests Keith Rose-Innes is the Managing Director of Blue Safari and the Alphonse Fishing Company. With nearly 30 years in the Seychelles, Keith has guided, explored, built lodges, and pioneered fisheries across the Indian Ocean. He is widely credited as the first person to document GTs eating birds at Farquhar — footage that later became part of Blue Planet 2. He is also a co-designer of the Schulten reel. Colin is the Operations Manager at Westbank Anglers in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. A former guest on the Mexico episode of Permit to Think, Colin made his first trip to Cosmoledo as part of a Westbank-hosted group and came back a changed man. About Permit to Think Permit to Think is a fly fishing podcast hosted by Mike Dawes of Westbank Anglers. Each episode digs into the people, places, and fish that define the sport — from technical conversations about gear and tactics to big-picture discussions on conservation and culture. New episodes available wherever you listen to podcasts. Westbank Anglers | Jackson Hole, Wyoming 🌐 westbankanglers.com

    1h 31m
  2. New Zealand Trip Recap

    Apr 13

    New Zealand Trip Recap

    "Where are the small fish?" This is a question that routinely comes up when fly fishing for trout in areas of New Zealand. Mike Dawes joins up with Ben Hall and Sean Andrews, two highly experienced New Zealand trout guides, to share some of the highlights of a recent trip to the Taupō region of NZ's North Island. These guys discuss some of the characteristics of South Island and North Island fly fishing, the necessity of team work and strong wading, and the thrill of observing Ben maneuver the helicopter into super narrow and super fishy areas!

    1 hr
  3. Mexico + Blacksmith Lodge Trip Recap

    Mar 10

    Mexico + Blacksmith Lodge Trip Recap

    Colin Ah and podcast guest, Greg Case, are back from a recent trip to Mexico chasing Permit at Blacksmith Lodge. Mike and the team talk about some of the amazing Permit behavior that was witnessed on this recent trip and the unbelievable fishing opportunities that were provided. The team also discuss the local Jackson Hole One Fly event, catching Permit on dry flies, and other fishy topics.

    1h 14m
  4. Australia Fly Fishing Trip Recap

    Mar 6

    Australia Fly Fishing Trip Recap

    Mike Dawes and some of the Westbank crew reflect on their most recent adventure to Australia. Westbank Anglers guide Jimmie Cheers is introduced, followed by a recap of an amazing trip with the Aussie Fly Fisher. Permit to Crocs, fishing rigs to Dingos, sit back and enjoy a trip to the Down Under.

    54 min

  5. 06/19/2024

    Harris Buddig- Taking Opportunities

    In this episode I sit down with Harris Buddig.  Harris is the Fly Fishing Sales Representative for Patagonia in the Rocky Mountains.  Harris originally hails from Hinsdale. He graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder and was working at the Rocky Mountain Angler before taking a job with Patagonia.  We first met about a year and a half ago when we started to carry Patagonia at Westbank Anglers.  Since then we were fortunate to travel to MX together and chase some fish around, as well as fish some local waters in the JH area.  During our time together I have gotten snippets of Harris’s story, and I wanted to hear more. There are a bunch of similarities in our stories. I think.  The fishing industry needs to hear more about those who have worked hard to take advantage of opportunities and earned them.  Harris currently sits on the board of the American Fly Fishing Trade Association and currently resides in Missoula, MT with his fiance Sydney (fiance not for long) and his dog Reno.  Without further adieu please welcome Harris to the show!

    1h 6m

  6. 02/28/2024

    Episode 28 or 26 with RA Beattie

    In this episode I sit down with RA Beattie.  RA hails from Woody Creek, CO.  He has been immersed in the fly fishing world since he could walk.  RA started apprenticing at the age of 14 in and around his home waters.  RA went on to attend the University of Puget Sound and then went on to attend Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL where he studied film.  While his family has deep roots in the ski industry, RA started to blaze his own trail in the world of fly fishing filmmaking and media.  RA started to put his films in the Fly Fishing Film Tour in 2005 and has been putting out content and films ever since.  He has been fortunate enough to film on every continent on this planet and is still at it today.  RA is a pioneer in the world of fly fishing film and media.  I first met RA in MT in 2013 and shortly after we started to do some work together but more importantly we became really close friends in a very short amount of time, for which I am extremely grateful.  RA and I have been able to travel the world together, forging relationships while filming some projects.  What has always fascinated and boggled my mind about RA is that while all of his work is in Media the fishing Media is done on his own time. Throughout the years he has put out 25 longer films and 30 plus shorter films which is truly remarkable.  During the days.  RA is the Director of Marketing and Talent Relations at Breedlove Guitars in Bend OR where he currently resides.  Without further adieu please welcome my good friend RA Beattie to the show.

    1h 20m

  7. 10/17/2023

    Our guest today is: Al Perkinson

    Al Perkinson has been an executive in the outdoor industry for the past 20 years.  He is a brand builder and growth agent who believes that social responsibility and great storytelling are keys to building beloved brands. Al is the founder and CEO of Bajío Sunglasses, based in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.  Bajío designs and builds performance sunglasses for anglers and other water enthusiasts. It is a privately held company with a mission to operate sustainably and contribute to addressing environmental issues faced by the world’s oceans.  Prior to starting Bajío, Al was in senior management roles at Huk Apparel and Simms Fishing Products and owned a consulting practice whose clients included, Orvis, Trout Unlimited, Guy Harvey, and Pure Fishing.   Al was CMO for Costa Sunglasses for 12 years, where he was responsible for business strategy, brand, marketing, e-commerce, and apparel.  He helped the brand achieve a 20% annual growth rate and a sales price that was the highest multiple ever paid in the industry.    Al was named by Outdoor Life magazine as one of the 25 most influential people in conservation, received the Lefty Kreh Sportsman of the Year Award from Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, and was named Angler of the Year by Fly Fisherman magazine.  Al was elected to the Explorer’s Club in New York City and is an active member.   I first met Al while we were both fishing the Permit Tournaments in Key West back in 2016.  Al’s willingness to think outside the box, commitment to the resources we are lucky enough to work in and on, and entrepreneurial spirit & vision are all traits that I have tremendous respect for.  I look forward to diving deeper into Al’s story today and hearing more about his wild ride with Bajio that he had been on since launching the company in 2021.  Without further adieu please welcome Al Perkinson to the show.

    1h 53m

  8. 09/22/2023

    Cooke & Rumsey Dawes - Family Interlude

    In this episode I sit down with my kids and we take a little detour from the regular format as we did last season for the family interlude. The thought process behind this idea is more thoroughly explained in Episode 11.  The summary would be: It would be very interesting and cool  if one day you wanted to go back and reflect on who you were when you were younger and had access to an annual snapshot of yourself as you grow and change. I am going to sit down with my children once a year and do a short show for those reasons, until they will no longer have it, hopefully that will not be the case.

    34 min
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Meaningful stories and conversations from the fringe of societal norms.

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  • Creator
    Mike Dawes, IRONBOUND Media
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    33
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © IRONBOUND Media

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