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Along the Keel
by Along the Keel LLC.
Along the Keel is a show dedicated to the brands being built outside. I travel the world looking for the innovators, entrepreneurs, organizations, and people who are making a difference in our outdoor communities.
Episodes
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Navigating Controversy: Offshore Wind in Rhode Island
Offshore wind has stirred controversy in recent years, especially in Rhode Island with the Block Island wind farm construction starting in 2015. Some see it as the future of energy, while others view it as a threat to our way of life. We gathered local fishing industry experts to discuss offshore...
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1620 Workwear
In this week's episode of Along the Keel, we sit down with Josh and Ted, the founders of 1620 workwear. From the start of 1620, the guys made it their mission to deliver high-quality workwear to the underserved blue-collar industry. 1620 utilizes custom fabrics and designs and makes 100% of its...
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Howler Brothers
In this week's episode of Along the Keel, I sit down with Rick Whittenbaker, Chief Marketing Officer for Howler Brothers. Nestled deep in the heart of Austin, Texas, Howler Brothers brings together a unique perspective on outdoor culture and what most would describe as good wholesome living....
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Watchtower
In this week’s episode of Along the Keel, I sit down with Trevor Heath one of the founders of Watchtower. The software was originally developed to help lifeguards better manage their areas of operation. However, it has since been curtailed into an all-in-one safety platform, acting as a digital...
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The Qualified Captain
On this week's episode of Along the Keel, we head south to Cape May, New Jersey, a small seaside town on the May Peninsula known for its beaches, boardwalks, and delicious tilefish tacos. We grab a beer with our friend Aaron at the Cape May Brewery to get the backstory on The Qualified Captain, a...
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2022 Waterman Eco Challenge 2022
In this week's podcast episode, we help ring in the 2022 Waterman Eco-Challenge, sitting down with Brian, Dave, and Liz to get the scoop on this year's eco-challenge. Tune in to learn more about the WEC, what's new this year, and a few stories from the past. Competitors of all different levels...
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Chasing Tides Collective
On this week's episode of Along the Keel we retreat from Rhode Island’s lackluster spring weather, in hopes to hook up on a few drums and have a long-awaited chat with Ryan, Tim, and Nick who this month usher in a new era for the Chasing Tides Collective. After an honorable attempt to catch some...
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Nomadix
In this week’s episode, Zach sits down with Zack Helminiak, founder of Nomadix. After a cross-country road trip, four friends found themselves packed tight into a 98’ Subaru Outback racking their brains for a high-quality product that was able to do more with less. After some R&D and a passion…
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West Passage Oyster Company
Dotting the surface of the water in a cove along the West Passage sits line after line of oysters. The cages bob up and down with the wind and current while the tide feeds the oysters the necessary nutrients for them to grow. Today, aquaculture is seeing a resurgence in Rhode Island, from the…
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Blue Line Co.
With the spring thaw in full effect, it's hard not to get excited about the warmer weather. Reminiscing about the times that we can spend back out on the banks of the river or on the bow of a skiff casting away and waiting for something to bite. No matter the style of fishing you prefer, it's…
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Ocean State Spearguns
With spring officially here and the final days of winter coming to a close, we take a trip down to Richmond, Rhode Island, venturing into Ocean State Spearguns R&D facility sitting down with founder Matt Novakovich. What started as a hobby, and building guns for friends and family has quickly...
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Toadfish
Hustling farmer's markets on weekends, shucking over 1,000 oysters a weekend, it became apparent that the shucking knives on the market weren't holding up to the task. After some re-designing founder, Casey Davidson had himself a “better mousetrap” and began selling knives out of his Hatchback.…
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Danny "Boarman" Bolton
As we continue to evolve we want to not only learn about the brands being built by the coastline, but also those who are building their lives by the coastline. So in launching this new segment of the show, we ring in the new year with my friend Danny "Boarman" Bolton. An adventurer, truck...
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Bonus: Happy New Year and Changing Tides
It's not your typical episode of Along the Keel, and yet it may be the most important one yet. With the new year here, it's only natural to reflect on where we have been and what's to come. We take a moment to reflect on the past year and announce the next evolution of Along the Keel. Learn more...
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Choona: Kurt Tobias
Leaving his home state of Virginia, Kurt Tobias and his wife moved down to Florida’s Emerald Coast, pursuing what he thought would be a dream job. Late nights and early mornings after work and in-between training sessions, Kurt slowly built Choona before flipping the bird to corporate life and...
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Thrash Can: Capt. Zachariah Thrasher
On this week's episode of the podcast, Capt. Zach sits down with another Capt. Zach, the creator of the Thrash Can. As a serial entrepreneur, Zach always solved problems, especially if they were detrimental to the coastline. It wasn't until a trip to Costa Rica, loose trash in the cockpit, and a...
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Deep: Mike Croteau and Matt Smalley
This week Zach heads down to iconic Point Judith, Rhode Island, home to good surfing, great beaches, and of course, fishing. We chop it up with locals Matt and Mike in the cockpit of the Tuff Guy, a Wesmac built for the rough waters of the northeast. Today we learn the ins and outs of Deep…
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Bajio Sunglasses: Al Perkinson
In this week's episode, Zach sits down with Al Perkinson, founder of Bajio. After well over a decade building Costa sunglasses, Al had decided to change course, take his experience, and build a sunglasses company that incorporates his love for the ocean and building positive change. Bajio…
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PARKIT: Steven Wilcox
In this week's episode, Zach sits down with Steven Wilcox, founder of PARKIT. Looking under the hood of hundreds of brands and having worked for some of the world's most well-known surf brands, it was only a matter of time for Steven to find an opportunity to build his own. After a trip with some...
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#070 Deckhand Logbook
In this week's episode of the podcast, Zach sits down with Lange from @deckhandlogbook, an app, and software helping to bring the fishing industry to the 21st century. Through the use of electronic reporting, Deckhand Log Book puts the power of technology in the hands of the fishermen. Giving…
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#069 Mang
Twin brothers with one mission, change the world one mangrove at a time! Rooted in Florida, Keith and Kyle have planted 142 acres of mangroves worldwide, created 11.1 million dollars in ecosystem services, and simultaneously educated thousands on the importance of Mangroves. All funded through…
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2021 Waterman Eco-Challenge: Brian Guadagno
In this week's episode, we recap the Waterman Eco-Challenge, an event we live-streamed from Narragansett Beach earlier this month. The event brings together watermen from around New England for a one-mile swim and a three-mile ocean paddle, all for a good cause. Throughout the day, we sat down…
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#066 Relic
In this week's episode, Zach sits down with the brothers from Relic, an apparel company bridging the gap between style and impact. Hand-designed and printed in Long Island, Aiden and Alex have created a unique brand that aims to help restore Long Island sounds Oyster reefs while educating people...
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#065 Deadrise Project
In this week’s episode, Zach sits down with Brian and Eric, the guys behind the Deadrise Project, a company that encompasses the full spirit and soul of the center console lifestyle. Their style extends into surf, moto, bike, skate, vintage trucks, and anything else that connects people with the...
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#064 Viking Village
This week's episode is a bit different than what you might typically hear on Along the Keel. We touch on how the business was built and focus on how the guys at Viking Village and Couch Chronicles are "re-branding" the fishing industry. Today's episode looks to open the conversation to the…
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#063 Amabile Co
In this week's episode, Zach sits down with Adrian and Katie, the folks behind Amabile Co. After an annual vacation to the Outer Banks and seeing the impact of Hurricane Florence the husband and wife team decided to take a stand and help do their part to give back to the ocean. Creating a…
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#62 Waypoint TV and Tom Rowland
In this week's episode of the podcast, Zach chats with Tom Rowland, one of the founders of Waypoint TV, athlete, and entrepreneur. His expertise in the industry has led him to a career in the outdoors, with a mission to help educate, empower and equip the next generation of outdoorsman. Learn…
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#061 Captain Experiences
In this week's episode, Zach sits down with Attison and Jonathan, the founders of Captain Experience an online platform that connects high-quality fishing guides and outfitters with those looking to experience what their local waters have to offer. These guys are helping unlock outdoor…
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#060 Fight Lure Co
In this week's episode of the podcast, Zach chats with Dave Sanatore, the founder of Fight Lure Co. Dave's love for fishing and turning lures started from a young age in his high school shop class, but it wasn't until recently that he decided to take a crack at chasing his dream. Creating…
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#059 Beaches and Beans
In this week's episode of the podcast, Zach chats with Steve and Matt, a father and son duo who have created an incredible coffee brand built along the Montauk Coastline. It's a cup of coffee filled with a great story, mission, and of course, plenty of caffeine! Beaches and Beans take the spirit…
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#055 Crafty One Customs
In this week's episode, Zach sits down in person with Ralph Crafty, the founder of Crafty One Customs. Building a fishing rod is one thing, but creating a community is something that not everyone can do. It's safe to say that not only does Crafty One produce some incredible weapons, ready to take...
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#54 Puddle Pirate
Squid, Jarhead, and Chair Force are all nicknames given to branches of the military and the Coast Guard is no exception; earning the name Puddle Pirate. Yet despite poking fun at the service Chris Edington, a former Coastie himself decided to create a brand around it in order to pay homage to the...
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#053 Make and Ride Surf Exchange
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Nick Halleran, the founder of the Make and Ride Surf Exchange. It's one thing to buy a surfboard off the rack, but another to build it yourself. So rather than following the crowd, Nick decided to go against the grain and create a surfboard shop that...
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#051 Hey Skipper
In this week's episode, Zach sits down with the folks from Hey Skipper. What was once just love for fishing eventually grew into a highly successful Youtube channel boasting over 400k subscribers! Now it has grown into a full-time business creating innovative products such as salted baits and...
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#050 Hook and Gaff Watch Company
Time seems to be the only resource that is reliably going away. What we have is all we have, and what we do with our time on this planet matters. In this week’s episode, we chat with Michael Simms, founder of the Hook and Gaff Watch Company. A brand built by the shores and streams of South...
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#049 The Capt App
This week I sit down with Captain John from The Capt App a web-based application that connects you with local USCG Captains for any of your boating needs. Whether you are looking to get your vessel delivered or need a boating lesson the Capt App will connect you with a quality captain. John and I...
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#048 GOT Bag
A backpack on a mission! The @gotbag is the world’s first backpack made with 100% ocean plastic. With a team of over 1,500 fishermen around the world collecting ocean plastics, the German company is doing its part to close the loop on plastic pollution. This week I sat down with co-founder Benny...
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#047 Operation Reel Heros
There are fishermen, and then there are guys like Arthur, Brian, and Pat from Operation Reel Heros. A group of guys who selflessly take out veterans fishing off the coast of Cape Cod and Long Island, doing their part to give back to those that served our nation. Learn more about your ad choices....
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#046 Fish Sox
Today I chat with “Mr. Wish I Waz Fishin” himself, Chris Hollingsworth, the man behind Fish Sox USA. Chris has been there and done that, having tried his hand at pro golf, surfing, and fishing, to working as a plumber, and owning an event planning company. The journey of how Fish Sox started...
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#044 Flexifabrics
Just like peanut butter and jelly, fenders, and a boat go hand in hand. Chances are, on any vessel, big or small, you will find a pair of fenders stowed away. Although important to any boat, they don’t always look great and, in some cases, can create scuff marks on your hull. Adam and Glenn…
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#043 Sendero
Combine geology, outdoor, living, and Texas; what do you get? You get a curation of high-quality apparel and gear inspired by the landscapes and cultures of wild America. Hunter Harlow and his crew of rag-tag group of industry outsiders. We're geologists, artists, adventurers, friends, and…
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#042 Opolis Optics
Ever wonder how you can get tomatoes out of season on the shelf of your local grocery store? Here in the United States, that’s probably a more manageable task than it would be if you tried in a 3rd world country. Give that problem to guys like James Merril, and he will likely come up with a...
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#041 Rogue Marine Advisors
Who knew an office Christmas party and baby shower could completely change your career? Well, that is exactly how Art Hill started what would become Rogue Marine Advisors. We dive deep into how Art got his start and discussed the in’s and out’s of marketing in the 2020 marine industry. This is…
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#040 P2P Rescue
You are only as good as your gear rings true when it comes to saving lives. Having tools and equipment that are reliable and there when you need it can be the difference from rescue to recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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#038 Drift Dog Outfitters
What makes you tick? Is it a backcountry trip in the foothills of Montana? How about a boat ride out to the fishing grounds? For Ben, finding his drift came in the form of an apparel brand dedicated to the outdoor community. In this week’s episode, I had the great fortune to catch up with Ben...
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#037 Turtle Box Audio
What happens when four Texans break every outdoor speaker on the market. Well, today I had the pleasure of speaking with one of the co-founders, John McKenzie about how Turtle Box came to be. Given that these friends loved a rugged adventure in the Texas backcountry or sail on Galveston Bay a...
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#036 Blue Evolution
Kelp, it’s what for dinner! With the help of companies like Blue Evolution, you might be seeing more seaweed on the shelves of your local grocery store. They are rethinking how humans are farming and interacting with our ocean. I talk with founder Beau Perry to learn more about how the ocean has...
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#035 C-Cals Maine
Daringly self-reliant, like most people from Maine, @carlistewart started a one-stop graphic design and decal business after graduating college. Faced with a global pandemic, Carli has set out to design the coast of Maine one boat at a time, creating a name for herself in the industry, all while...
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#034 Simba Surf
I speak with Terry Simms, a pro surfer, coach, and the brainchild behind the Simba Surf Helmet. Terry shares his life story with us about incredible adventures that lead him to create the only surf centric helmet that keeps your melon safe while surfing your favorite break. Terry’s story will…
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#033 Ali'i Adventures
In this week's episode, I chat with Zoe Wilson, the general manager of Ali'i Adventures. Located in Kona Hawaii, the "Adventure Shack" offers once in a lifetime outdoor experiences on the Big Island of Hawai'i. It was great to catch up with Zoe and do some reminiscing about my time on the island...
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Along the Keel is a show dedicated to the brands being built outside. I travel the world looking for the innovators, entrepreneurs, organizations, and people who are making a difference in our outdoor communities.
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Along the Keel LLC.
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