On today's episode of the Trout Wrangler Podcast, I sit down with Hunter, a Florida-based fly angler, trip host, and the voice behind the Captains Collective Podcast.

We kick things off with Hunter's early fishing roots and what pushed him to transition from conventional tackle to fly fishing. From there, we talk about what makes his corner of Florida unique compared to other fisheries around the state, and how local waters have shaped his approach to fishing and guiding.

Hunter opens up about his background in ministry and how that chapter of his life influenced his decision to start podcasting, build community, and eventually run hosted fishing trips. We dig into the Drifter Club trips he's been a part of, where those adventures have taken place, and the species they've chased along the way — plus where he'd like to take the group next.

We then transition into the Captains Collective Podcast — why Hunter started it, the meaning behind the name, and how storytelling has become such a central part of what he does. Hunter shares guests who've had a lasting impact on him, what helped the podcast grow, and the moment he realized this could become more than just a side project.

We wrap it up with Hunter's five picks for the Trout Tunes Playlist, plus final thanks and plugs.

• Instagram: @hunter_leavine⁠ ⁠

• Official Website: captainscollective.com

• Main Instagram: @captainscollective

• Podcast on Apple Podcasts:⁠ Listen on Apple Podcasts – Captains Collective Fishing Podcast ⁠

• Podcast on Spotify:⁠ Listen on Spotify – Captains Collective Fishing Podcast ⁠

• YouTube Channel:@captainscollectivefishingp9998