Dads On The Fly

Dads On The Fly

We are dads and brothers who love to fly fish. We're trying to tackle parenting and family in the same way we tackle our beloved fly fishing hobby: we're figuring it out as we go along. We talk about faith, family, fishing, and the intermingling of it all.

Recent Episodes

June 24, 2025

166. Back to the Basics: Summer, Trips, Kids, and a Little Fly Fishing

In this throwback-style episode, Joshua and Caleb are back behind the mics—just the two of them—catching up and reflecting on life lately. From recent fishing trips and outdoor adventures with the kids to lessons learned in t...
June 9, 2025

165. Art, Family, and the Fly – A Conversation with John Tamboles

In this episode, we’re joined by John Tamboles—artist, veteran, dad, and lifelong fisherman from Florida’s Treasure Coast. Known to many as Off the Grid John , John shares how his love for fly fishing was shaped by time on th...
May 28, 2025

164. Full Circle on the Fly with Pat Tully

In this episode, we sit down with fly fishing guide Pat Tully of Trout Zone Anglers to hear his powerful story of how the sport has come full circle in his life. From his grandfather teaching his dad to fish, to his dad passi...
May 12, 2025

163. Designing Gear and Creating Memories with Shawn Combs of Orvis

In this episode, we sit down with Shawn Combs, Director of Product Design and Development at Orvis. Shawn shares his journey of falling in love with the outdoors and how that passion led him to one of the most iconic brands i...
April 28, 2025

162. Chandeleur Stories (Part 2): Gators, Getting Stuck, and Chasing Adventure

We’re back on the Pelican for Part 2 of our Chandeleur adventure! In this episode, we swap even more wild stories from the trip—including friends getting stuck out in the dark and the unforgettable moment someone caught a gat...
April 14, 2025

161. Chandeleur Stories (Part 1): Stormy Mornings & Fishing Brotherhood

We’re on location aboard the Pelican at the Chandeleur Islands, joined by some incredible men who made this unforgettable trip with us. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we sit down with Jason Cook and Tyler Hudgins to share...

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