The Butcher Shop
The Butcher Shop
Podcast Description
Raw conversations with master angler tiers who craft and fish the deadliest streamers in the game. Each episode dissects signature patterns and complete systems for hunting trophy brown trout, musky, pike and bass. No recipes - just proven tactics from predator specialists who consistently deliver the goods.
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Content Themes
The podcast centers on topics related to fly fishing, specifically dissecting techniques for crafting and using effective streamer patterns for hunting trophy fish such as brown trout, musky, pike, and bass. Episodes will explore signature patterns and comprehensive systems without including recipes, emphasizing proven tactics from accomplished predator specialists.
Raw conversations with master angler tiers who craft and fish the deadliest streamers in the game. Each episode dissects signature patterns and complete systems for hunting trophy brown trout, musky, pike and bass. No recipes – just proven tactics from predator specialists who consistently deliver the goods.
Join Marvin Cash on this episode of The Butcher Shop as he explores one of saltwater fly fishing’s most revolutionary patterns with Captain Ben Whalley, a Maine striped bass guide and a keeper of Bob Popovics’ innovative tying methods.
Expert Guest Credentials
Captain Ben Whalley brings unparalleled insight into Bob Popovics’ techniques, having developed a close mentorship with the legendary fly designer before his passing. As a professional striped bass guide fishing Maine’s challenging waters, Whalley has refined these patterns for diverse saltwater conditions.
What You’ll Learn
Discover the fascinating history behind the Beast Fleye’s development, from Bob’s initial 14-inch prototype that earned its name for being “a beast to cast.” Learn essential tying fundamentals including bucktail selection, mono extension techniques and the critical reverse-tying method that creates the fly’s distinctive breathing action.
Featured Techniques
Master the art of sparse tying with matchstick-diameter material proportions, understand how to create proper taper through staged construction and learn tackle setups from floating lines for surface feeds to 400-grain fast-sink heads for deep current fishing.
Striped Bass Fishing Insights
Get proven presentation strategies including stop-and-go retrieves that trigger strikes, plus tactical advice for fishing rocky ledges versus open water situations.
Ready to elevate your saltwater fly game with this game-changing pattern?
Sponsors
Thanks to Schultz Outfitters, TroutRoutes and OnX Fish Midwest for sponsoring this episode. Use artfly20 to get 20% off of your TroutRoutes Pro membership.
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Helpful Episode Chapters
00:00 Introduction
06:11 Meeting Bob Popovics
08:14 The Birth of the Beast Fleye
20:30 Triggers and Techniques
33:30 The Role of Synthetics
40:22 Adapting to Different Fisheries
46:54 Common Mistakes to Avoid
51:09 Final Thoughts and Tips
58:01 Fly Drop Information
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